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Call for Submissions: Real vs Imagined, photoED Magazine

Submit 1–8 photograph image files (JPG format) for consideration in photoED magazine's Real vs Imagined themed print and digital publication.

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Ten selected contributors' projects published in photoED magazine's print edition (with digital replica); printed copies of publication distributed to selected contributors (worldwide shipping); 25 additional selected contributors feature in free Digital EXTRA companion editions; exposure across photoED magazine's email campaigns and social media channels.
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photoED magazine's Real vs Imagined edition concludes the Contrasts trilogy. The publication seeks well-considered, fine art photography submissions (not stock) with diverse interpretations on the theme—exploring the blurred lines between reality and fiction. Submissions are blind-reviewed by volunteer curatorial editorial board members, who assess how work presents a unique interpretation of the theme.

  • 1–8 image files per submission
  • File type: JPG
  • At least 2000px on the long edge
  • Submission Deadline: September 18, 2026
  • General Submission fee: $20 CAD
  • Canada residents with single copy pre-purchase: $30 CAD
  • Non-Canada residents with single copy pre-purchase: $35 CAD
  • Free for Patreon community members and print subscription readers
  • Economically challenged artists may request fee exemption by contacting [email protected]

Ten selected contributors' projects will be published in photoED magazine's print edition (and digital replica versions). Selected contributors receive printed copies of the publication including worldwide shipping. An additional 25 selected contributors feature in the free Digital EXTRA companion editions. All selected contributors receive exposure across photoED magazine's email campaigns and social media channels.

Open to photographers worldwide, including emerging and established professional artists. BIPOC artists, Women, Persons with Disabilities, members of the Deaf Community, and persons living in poverty are warmly welcomed. Economically challenged artists may request fee exemption.

Find submission details and links on the photoED magazine website.

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Award
Ten selected contributors' projects published in photoED magazine's print edition (with digital replica); printed copies of publication distributed to selected contributors (worldwide shipping); 25 additional selected contributors feature in free Digital EXTRA companion editions; exposure across photoED magazine's email campaigns and social media channels.
Entry fee
General Submission fee: $20 CAD. If you reside in Canada & pre-purchase a single copy: $30 CAD. If you do not reside in Canada & pre-purchase a single printed copy: $35 CAD. Free for Patreon community members and print subscription readers. Economically challenged artists may request fee exemption.
Entries per artist
Up to 8
Theme
The Real vs Imagined issue challenges viewers to explore the blurred lines between reality and fiction—work may refer to aspects of the contrast, a reality that may not appear real, a fiction that might appear as fact, or work that blurs these lines entirely.
Eligibility
Open to photographers worldwide; emerging and established professional artists welcome; BIPOC artists, Women, Persons with Disabilities, members of the Deaf Community, and economically challenged artists warmly welcomed.
Audience
Open to photographers worldwide, including emerging and established professional artists.
Size & format
At least 2000px on the long edge
Format
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Also worth noting
At least 2000px on the long edge

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