Submission Guidelines for Ignite:

Welcome to Ignite, a space where creativity speaks truth to power. In times of uncertainty, Ignite believes art has the power to jumpstart conversation, motivate change, and unite us in resistance. Together we can create a zine that holds a mic to unheard voices and shines a light on important issues.

Theme:

Your submissions should reflect the political, social, and cultural issues of our time. Ignite is looking for work that challenges the current political climate, amplifies marginalized voices, and sparks meaningful conversation.

Art Submissions:

Format: JPEG or PNG only.
Dimensions: 2.75 x 4.25 inches (or equivalent ratio).
Submission: Attach your artwork to the email as a JPEG or PNG file. Include a brief description in the body of the email.

Written Submissions:

Format: Written pieces must be 125 words or less. Make those words count!
Submission: No attachments. Paste your written piece directly into the body of the email.

Content Guidelines:

Only submit work that belongs to you and that has not been published elsewhere. No AI generated content is allowed.

Written Word:

You only have 125 words, so distill your ideas into their most potent form! It could be a poem, a manifesto, or a fragment of a story. The possibilities are endless. There are however some things to avoid. Ignite will not publish: hate speech, bigotry, or discrimination against any group or individual; content that promotes violence, harm, or illegal activities; personal attacks or doxxing (revealing private information about individuals).

Art:

Keep in mind that the printed zine is only 2.75 by 4.25 inches. That means your art needs to be designed with a smaller canvas in mind. Let your creativity roam free, however keep in mind that certain things will not be permitted. Ignite will not publish explicit or gratuitous depictions of violence, gore, or sexual content, as well as content that promotes violence, harm, or illegal activities.

Anonymity and Credit:

Your submission can be anonymous, or you can provide your name or a pseudonym. Include how you would like to be credited (if you would like to be credited) in your email.
Your privacy matters. Your personal information will never be shared without your consent.

What Happens to Your Work?

When you submit your work you agree to the following:

Publication in the zine: You agree to have your work published in the zine (both in print and digital).
Website and Social Media Graphics: You agree to have your work published on this website as a graphic containing Ignite's logo. These graphics are downloadable and are intended to be shared across social media platforms further spreading your message.
No Compensation: This is a volunteer project. Your submission is part of a collective effort to inspire change.

How to Submit:

Send your submissions to ignite_submissions@proton.me
Use the subject line: “Submission: [Art/Writing]”.
Include your name, pseudonym, or indicate if you’d like to remain anonymous.

A Call to Action

Ignite change. Ignite hope. Ignite action.

This little zine has a mighty purpose. It's a rallying cry, a space for resistance, a tool for change. Together we can create something that matters!