---
title: Series 65 - Experimental Visual Art for Hardcover Book Editions
description: >-
  International open call for experimental visual artists to be featured in a
  hardcover art book with a six-page curatorial essay. No application fee.
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type: program
status: closed
createdAt: '2026-05-05'
updatedAt: '2026-09-30'
programType: Open call
organization: Point Pleasant Publishing
organizationUrl: 'https://www.artsume.com/o/point-pleasant-publishing'
deadline: '2026-05-12'
location: Rossville
isOnline: false
compensationRange: >-
  No monetary compensation. Selected artists receive a six-page spread in a
  linen wrap hardcover art book with a detailed curatorial essay, and permanent
  display of one work in an online gallery on Saatchi Art.
disciplines:
  - photography
  - performance
  - video art
  - film
  - installation
  - assemblage
  - collage
  - fiber
  - textile
  - printmaking
  - light design
  - jewelry
  - fashion design
  - costume design
---

# Series 65 - Experimental Visual Art for Hardcover Book Editions

**Hosted by:** Point Pleasant Publishing

**Type:** Open call | **Location:** Rossville | **Deadline:** May 12, 2026

## About This Program

> "Experimental and alternative contemporary visual art, conceptual and avant-garde practices"

International open call for experimental and alternative visual artists to be featured in Point Pleasant Publishing's Artist Feature Catalogue — a linen wrap hardcover art book with scholarly curatorial review essays. Selected artists receive a six-page spread with a detailed curatorial essay and one work on permanent display in Point Pleasant Publishing's online Saatchi Art gallery. Accepted disciplines include photography, performance, video, film, installation, assemblage, collage, fiber/textiles, printmaking, light design, jewelry, fashion/costume design, and analogue digital (no AI). Artists are selected based on accomplishments, originality, conceptual impact, overall portfolio cohesiveness, and aesthetic qualities. The publication also includes Point Pleasant Journal and Shoreline Voice. No application fee. No selection fee. Artists retain copyright; by applying, permission is granted for use of images in publications and promotions without royalty fees.

## Eligibility & Requirements

- **Geographic Eligibility:** International
- **Disciplines:** photography, performance, video art, film, installation, assemblage, collage, fiber, textile, printmaking, light design, jewelry, fashion design, costume design
- **Note:** Experimental and alternative art only. Instagram links not accepted. AI-generated portfolios not accepted. Optional donation of $90 results in a complimentary copy of the published hardcover edition.

### Additional Requirements

Email CV, 3 image samples, and artist website or online portfolio to editor@pointpleasantpublishing.net. Read all guidelines before sending. Recommends reviewing sample essays on the Point Pleasant website before applying.

## Compensation & Benefits

No monetary compensation. Selected artists receive a six-page spread in a linen wrap hardcover art book with a detailed curatorial essay, and permanent display of one work in an online gallery on Saatchi Art.

## Timeline

- **Opens:** May 5, 2026
- **Deadline:** May 12, 2026

## Contact

**Contact:** Michael Hanna

**Email:** editor@pointpleasantpublishing.net

## How to Apply

Apply at: https://www.pointpleasantpublishing.net/info-callforartists