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(O:JA&L) Open: Journal of Arts & Letters

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About the magazine

Open: Journal of Arts & Letters (O:JA&L) is an independent, online literary and arts journal founded on the principle of open access and interdisciplinary exchange. Since its inception, it has provided a platform for innovative writing, visual art, and performance texts, with a particular emphasis on hybrid and experimental forms. The journal’s mission is to foster a community of artists and writers who push against conventional boundaries, offering a space where literary and artistic practices converse across media.

Submitting your work

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Artists should approach O:JA&L with an awareness of its interdisciplinary focus and openness to unconventional formats. Review past issues to understand the journal’s aesthetic range, which often favors work that blurs boundaries between text, image, and performance. Submissions should be polished, conceptually clear, and accompanied by a brief artist statement that contextualizes the work within contemporary practice. Given the journal’s online nature, ensure that digital files are optimized for screen viewing and that any multimedia components are easily accessible via links or embedded players. Response times can vary, so patience is advised; simultaneous submissions are generally acceptable, but notify the editors promptly if work is accepted elsewhere.

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