A new book called Steampunk Inspirations is in the works, and the writer, Barbe Saint John, is looking for jewelry designs to fill its pages. Here is some information from the official call for entries:
“Rockport Publishers/Quarry Books is an international publisher of high-quality visual and idea books for design professionals and creative enthusiasts—crafters, artisans, and
designers. (Check out our distinctive books at: www.quarrybooks.com.) We are seeking submissions for possible publication in 1000 Steampunk Inspirations,
an upcoming book by Barbe Saint John. Publication date: March 2011.
We are looking for the finest Artisan-made examples in the following categories:
Costumes and Garments
Jewelry
Accessories
Head Gear
Time Pieces
Gadgets and Contraptions
Vehicles
Artwork
Home Decoration
To submit:
1. Email 1000steampunkinspirations@gmail.com, and either include a link to your website/online portfolio for our review, or attach no more than 4 lowres JPEG images of your work (each file should be under 1 MB). Name each attachment with your last name, and the numbers 1-4.
2. If your low-resolution images are provisionally accepted, you will be given instructions on how to upload the corresponding high resolution files,and you will be required to fill out a Grant of Rights form allowing the publisher the permission to print your images. At this time, we may invite you to submit an additional 6 high-res images, for a total of no more than 10 photos entered into the final jurying round.
3. 1000 images will be selected for publication. If selected, you will not be required to provide any how-to instructions, but you will need to briefly describe your item and what it’s made from. Published contributors will be credited on the pages where their image(s) appear, as well as in the artist directory. Contributors will also have the opportunity to purchase copies of the book at a 50% discount.
Deadline: June 1, 2010.
Acceptance begins immediately: early submissions are encouraged.”
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April 8, 2010 at 6:13 pm
Thanks for helping me spread the word!!
hugs,
Barbe