WOMEN UNITED
ART MAGAZINE
ISSUE XIV | SUMMER 2026
Women United ART MAGAZINE stands tall as an international quarterly print and digital publication dedicated to showcasing the brilliance of women in the arts.
AS AN INDEPENDENT PUBLICATION, WE PRIDE OURSELVES ON OUR COMMITMENT TO HIGHLIGHTING THE VOICES AND VISIONS OF EXTRAORDINARY WOMEN CREATIVES FROM ALL CORNERS OF THE GLOBE.
WITH EACH ISSUE, WE DELVE INTO THE REALMS OF ARTISTRY, UVEILING THE STORIES BEHIND THE WORKS THAT CAPTIVATE, INSPIRE, AND PROVOKE THOUGHT.
WOMEN UNITED
ART MAGAZINE
WHAT YOU'LL FIND INSIDE?
PROFILES OF INSPIRING INDUSTRY LEADERS
Learn from the experiences and insights of remarkable women who are shaping the art world
SHOWCASES OF EXTRAORDINARY CREATIVES
Explore the diverse and dynamic works of artists whose talents know no bounds
SPOTLIGHT ON REMARKABLE ART ORGANIZATIONS
Discover the organizations driving change, fostering creativity, and championing women artists worldwide
LEGAL ADVICE
Gain insight into the legal affairs of the art world, a regular feature by our legal maestro Gunna Freivalde
ETHICS OF ACCESS
We operate on solidarity-based submission fee system with real fee waivers, ensuring global accessibility without stigma
DISTRIBUTED THROUGH AMAZON MARKETPLACE WORLDWIDE, WOMEN UNITED ART MAGAZINE ENSURES THAT ITS MESSAGE TRANSCENDS BORDERS.
WITH A GLOBAL AUDIENCE COMPRISING OF ARTISTS, ART LOVERS, COLLECTORS, AND GALLERISTS, YOUR WORK WILL BE SEEN AND CELEBRATED ON AN INTERNATIONAL STAGE.
WHY CHOOSE WOMEN UNITED ART MAGAZINE
SELECTED ARTISTS RECEIVE:
FEATURE IN ISSUE XIV BASED ON THE CURATOR'S SELECTION
SOCIAL MEDIA FEATURE
COMPLIMENTARY DIGITAL COPY
ARTISTS NOT SELECTED FOR THIS ISSUE:
COMPLIMENTARY DIGITAL COPY
A CHANCE TO RESUBMIT FOR THE NEXT ISSUE FREE OF CHARGE
VISIBILITY
Gain exposure to a diverse and engaged global audience
ADVOCACY
Stand with us as we amplify the voices of women artists worldwide
CONNECTION
Forge meaningful connections withing the art community and beyond
SUBMISSION PROCESS & FEE STRUCTURE
We believe access to visibility and professional platforms should be equitable.
To support artists across a wide range of economic and geographic contexts, we operate on a tiered submission fee system based on self-assessment and honesty.
STANDARD FEE
EUR 35
Artists with stable income, institutional support, or grant funding
REDUCED FEE
EUR 25
Early career or freelance artists, underemployed artists, or those carrying unpaid care responsibilities
SYMBOLIC FEE
EUR 10
Art students, or artists facing economic or structural limitations
FEE WAIVER
EUR 0
Artists unable to pay due to hardship, systemic barriers, unsafe conditions, or political/repressive environments
WOMEN UNITED ART MAGAZINE IS BUILT ON SOLIDARITY. TO MAINTAIN FAIRNESS AND ACCESSIBILITY ACROSS ARTISTS' DIVERSE REALITIES, WE ASK THAT YOU SELECT THE SUBMISSION FEE TIER THAT GENUINELY REFLECTS YOUR CURRENT SITUATION.
CHOOSING HONESTLY HELPS US BALANCE PARTICIPATION, FUND FEE WAIVERS FOR THOSE IN NEED, AND SUSTAIN THE LABOUR BEHIND REVIEWING WORK, AS WELL AS DESIGNING AND PUBLISHING OUR MAGAZINE.
PLEASE KNOW THERE IS NO JUDGMENT, ONLY TRUST.
THE SUBMISSION
PROCESS
ALL OPEN CALL ENTRIES REQUIRE A NON-REFUNDABLE SUBMISSION FEE (UNLESS WAIVED). THIS NON-REFUNDABLE SUBMISSION FEE GOES TOWARDS SUPPORTING OUR COMMUNITY, CREATING OPPORTUNITIES AND ENHANCING VISIBILITY OF WOMEN ARTISTS IN THE ART WORLD. EACH OPEN CALL IS CAREFULLY CURATED, THEREFORE, SUBMISSION ITSELF DOES NOT GUARANTEE THE ARTIST BEING SELECTED.
SHOULD YOU EXPERIENCE ANY ISSUES WITH UPLOADING YOUR FILES, SUBMIT THE REQUIRED WORK AND INFORMATION IN AN EMAIL TO MAGAZINE@WOMENUNITEDARTMOVEMENT.COM. WE'LL SEND YOU A PAYPAL OR STRIPE PAYMENT LINK.
NO PAYPAL ACCOUNT? NO PROBLEM! YOU CAN STILL COMPLETE YOUR PAYMENT SECURELY THROUGH PAYPAL USING YOUR CREDIT CARD - WE ARE HAPPY TO ADVISE YOU HOW VIA EMAIL.
What to prepare before your submission:
Artist bio (max 300 words)
Artist statement (max 300 words)
Up to 4 images of your most recent or best work (high-resolution, min 300 DPI)
TIMELINE
DEADLINE FOR REGULAR SUBMISSIONS: 30 MAY 2026
SELECTED ARTISTS ANNOUNCED: 15 JUNE 2026
PUBLICATION DATE: JULY 2026
WOMEN UNITED ART MAGAZINE
EDITOR
Mona Lerch is a contemporary mixed media visual artist, editor, educator, and cultural entrepreneur based in Central Europe. Her work centers on building meaningful platforms that elevate artists’ voices while fostering sustainable and inclusive creative communities.
In 2021, she founded Women United ART MOVEMENT (WUAM)—a global initiative dedicated to amplifying women artists through publications, exhibitions, education, and professional opportunities. Under her leadership, WUAM has grown into an internationally recognized platform connecting artists, curators, and cultural professionals.
Mona serves as Editor-in-Chief of Women United ART MAGAZINE, now in its fourth year, a respected quarterly publication highlighting contemporary artists, influential industry voices, and innovative art organizations. Her editorial work also includes the acclaimed three-volume publication Artist, Mother, Proud & Serious, as well as her role as Editorial Designer for the UK-based Art Seen Magazine by The Curator’s Salon. Alongside her editorial practice, she has worked extensively as a graphic designer within the cultural sector, including the album design Osudová for the acclaimed Czech artist Anna Julie Slováčková †, in addition to developing artists’ promotional materials, project branding, and visual identities for creative initiatives.
Beyond publishing and design, Mona is deeply committed to artist education and mentorship. She leads the WUAM Artist Residency, a year-long mentorship and professional development program supporting artists in building sustainable practices and refining their creative voice. She is also the co-creator and educator of the bestselling workshop The Artist Intensive, an immersive program focused on artistic clarity, professional positioning, and strategic growth for contemporary artists. In addition, she hosts the Women United ART Podcast, where she engages in thoughtful conversations with artists and leaders across the global arts community.
