What is the submission process?
First, choose no more than 10 pieces of your work (make sure they are pieces that best represent who you are as an artist). Next, go to the "Downloads" section of this website and get the mandatory submission form to fill out. Attach the artwork submissions as high-res attachments (JPEG is preferable) and, along with the submission form, please e-mail everything to phosphorescencemagsubmissions@gmail.com. When your submission is reviewed, an e-mail will be sent to you with more information.
Will you take a look at my website first before I submit?
We would love to! However, there are simply not enough hours in the day to accomodate all of the requests we get to do this. We would prefer you just go ahead and submit your work! This isn't to say, though, that we won't stop by your website at some point too!
How often is the magazine released?
It all depends on the variety of submissions we get. We like to have a good mixture before we decide to release a particular issue. That being said, we release new issues at least twice a year.
Will I get paid for being in the magazine?
No. By submitting your work to be included or reviewed in the magazine, you are acknowledging that you are doing so voluntarily, because you want to share your work, and because you want to add a publication credit to your portfolio. Also, we don't retain exclusive publication rights to whatever you submit, which means you can submit the same pieces to other media outlets if you choose to do so.
We do, however, provide you with a link to the free download of the magazine before it is released to the general public, along with the right to re-print your page or review wherever you want. We've received thousands of page views, so we consider this fair and free publicity. This being said, we're not in this for monetary profit, we're in this to help out the artist community :)
So, if you're not in this for profit, then why are you selling things?
The free PDF downloads use too much ink for some people to print out on their own, so we have offered the magazine through Lulu.com as a professional print copy (only the most recent issue and the premiere issue are available in this format, all the other issues are in the form of free PDF downloads). Lulu controls the prices, and we get a small revenue for each copy sold. We use the revenue toward our hosting and general administration fees.
What are my chances of getting in an issue of the magazine?
We try to accept everyone who sends their work in.
What kinds of artwork do you accept?
Paintings, multimedia work, writing, photography...you name it! If you are a musician or a filmmaker, you can submit your work to be reviewed.
What kinds of artwork will you NOT accept?
Although we have become more tolerant on the nudity aspect, please do not submit pornographic work. Also, we don't accept work that makes fun of religions and/or cultures.
I submitted my work for consideration/review and I haven't heard anything! Why?
When it comes to artwork submissions, certain times of the year are quite busy for us (like the holiday season). Thus, during times like this, it will take longer for a response. The same goes for reviews. The maximum amount of time you might have to wait is 3 months. All of us have other jobs and responsibilities in addition to the magazine, so we certainly appreciate your patience!
How widely is the magazine distributed?
We use the internet as our main distribution service. We get many downloads and page views. Also, the fact that artists from around the world have shown an interest in the magazine shows its far-reaching effect.
I've already been in the magazine, but want to submit again. Can I?
You sure can! We have already had some artists do so!
I would like to have my film/music reviewed. What formats do you accept?
For films, we prefer DVD or VHS, but we'll also look at YouTube movies. For music, in most cases (excluding those who only have their music available online) we will only accept CDs.
What is your mailing address?
Phosphorescence Magazine
P.O. Box 3524
Peabody, MA 01961
How can I help?
First of all, thank you so much for your interest! Please check out the "Banners" page for more information. Also, be sure to tell your family and friends about us!
