The theme(s) of submitted projects should be represented by words that begin with the letter:

« i »

Explore your individuality without selfishness by sharing the visions you hold in your mind’s “I”. Show us something… innovative, inherently interesting, or just improvise, use your instinct! In any case, immerse us along an inspiring, an intriguing itinerary that invites imaginative intellects to interpret inestimable ideas and impactful imagery, integrating individual insights into iconic interpretations, initiating an intimate inquiry into the infinite intricacies of the identity and the intangible… irrespective of the intended implications! 

But enough information already, it’s time to get… ignited?

Just ignore me.

Submitted files must follow these rules:

• Have filename formatted in the following order: artist name, theme, artwork title, location where it was produced, and year of production. ArtistName_Theme_Title_Location_Year.xyz (e.g. “JohnDoh_Incognito_Untitled_NewYork_2022.jpg”)
• Not exceed a total of 10 files, with a maximum total file-size of 10MB;
• Contain only one individual and indivisible artwork (textual or visual);
• Be abstract, semi-abstract or experimental in essence or intention;
• Be unambiguously related to the selected theme.

For photographs, your pictures must be:

• In a readable JPG file format for submission;
• Available in high-resolution as either JPG, TIFF or PDF for publication (minimum of 2000 pixels on the shorter side);
• The result of a photographic process that involves light exposure or a camera device;
• Abstract not solely because of post-process effect(s);
• Not solely depictions of existing physical artworks;

For written works, each text must be:

• In a readable DOC, TXT or PDF file format;
• Less than 1000 words in length;
• Clearly delineated if a work contains multiple parts;
• Intelligible in the English language.

The form is composed of three short sections. The information in bold is required:

1. Artist information

   • Personal names;
   • Artist name;
   • Email;
   • Country of residence;
   • Nationality;
   • Website;
   • Instagram.

2. Project details

   • Artist biography;
   • Artist statement;
   • Project theme;
   • Submitted files;
   • Download link;
   • Previous publications (if applicable).

3. Terms and payment 

   • Accepting the terms;
   • Payment method;
   • Additional options;
   • Newsletters subscription;
   • Payment or alternative.

Regarding payments: the administrative fee per application is USD 6$, which can be acquitted immediately through Stripe Payments or after submitting your application through alternative payment methods (Stripe, PayPal or Interac bank transfer). If you currently cannot afford those fees, we provide an option to have them waived in the spirit of inclusion. We believe everyone should be able to apply regardless of circumstances.

Keep in mind that Hintology is first and foremost a medium dedicated to abstract photography, and that abstractionism must be part of your work to some degree, whether visually or textually. By abstraction, we mean any process that attempts to deconstruct “objective reality” in creative ways, explores subjectivity to its paroxism or questions the medium itself through experimentation. We consider abstractionism as a gradient, meaning that semi-abstract works and content that depict concrete, figurative elements may still be represented if they are approached from an original  or novel perspective.

To be more specific, during our selection process, we will consider:

• Aesthetic quality;
• Storytelling ability;
• Creative compositing;
• Emotional impact;
• Technical difficulty;
• Logical consistency;
• Interconnectivity potential.

Make sure to provide the work(s) you are most proud of!

June 1st, 2024

Beginning of submission period;

August 1st, 2024

Deadline to submit an application (EST 00:00);
Reading and reviewing period begins;
First sketch of the design is produced;
*Deadline extended to August 15th;

September 1st 15th, 2024

Selected candidates are contacted;
Magazine design and editing begins;

October 1st 15th, 2024

Limited pre-ordering is made available;
Selected candidates are publicly announced;
Final version is revised with participants;

November 1st 15th, 2024

Print production begins;

December 1st 15th, 2024

Pre-orders have already been shipped;
Standard orders have been made available.

Hintology: ISSUE #1
Released on October 15th, 2023

100 submissions;
160 pages with 140 pictures and 30 texts;
50 artists from 17 countries;
200 copies limited edition;

Published by LKVM Studio
ISSN: 2817-5875

Copies of the book are available here:

Hintology.org
Amazon.com
Amazon.ca