Call for Submissions: Yearbook of Lettering 2
After the amazing response to Yearbook of Lettering #1—with 134 artists from 35 countries, rave press reviews, and tons of social media buzz—we’re back for round two! Yearbook of Lettering #2 is set to drop in autumn 2025, showcasing the very best in lettering from around the globe, from classic calligraphy to bold street art and graffiti. Ready to be part of it? Get your submissions in and help us make this edition even bigger and better!
In Yearbook of Lettering #2, each artist is given at least one full page, where only their artwork is featured, allowing the visuals to take center stage. The clean, open design ensures that the lettering speaks for itself, giving space for the unique styles and techniques to shine.
What truly sets this edition apart is the extensive index, which holds all the essential details—artist backgrounds, style descriptions, materials used, and contact information. Whether you’re looking for inspiration or searching for the perfect artist, the comprehensive, alphabetized index makes it easy to explore the talent behind each piece.
Designed as both a source of inspiration for graphic designers and agencies, and a practical guide for clients seeking the perfect artist or style, Yearbook of Lettering #2 will appeal to anyone interested in the vibrant world of contemporary lettering. We can't wait to bring this second edition to life with your incredible work!
lt is possible to book one single page or up to three spreads! The presented artworks may not have been published earlier than 2020. Artworks can be submitted via our website until December 8th, 2024.
Producing a book like this requires significant resources. We believe in its sustainability and the real value it offers, which is why we aim to make it accessible to as many people as possible. To maintain high quality, we ask participants to contribute a small production fee to help cover costs (while still maintaining a selection process). This fee is intentionally kept low to encourage broad participation, especially from young artists, and covers only a small portion of the overall project costs. In return, each participant will receive a free printed copy of the book (plus shipping).
It is especially important to us to give the younger generation of lettering artists access to this opportunity. That’s why we offer students (with proof of enrollment) a 30% discount on the regular price. All submissions will be reviewed by a curatorial board of professional lettering artists to ensure quality. Please note, we reserve the right to reject submissions that do not meet our standards, which include technical aspects, originality, depth, context, and more. We strive to maintain a high level of quality throughout the content, so each submission is carefully reviewed, and we provide personal feedback on every application.
Early Bird rate (EB), excl. tax, available until November 13th, 2024
Regular rate (R), excl. tax, available until December 8th, 2024
1 page: € 99.– (EB) + Vat / € 119.– + Vat (R)
= 1 Artwork
2 pages / 1 spread: € 189.– (EB) + Vat / € 209.– + Vat (R)
= 2 Artworks (big) OR 1 Artwork big + up to 4 small ones
4 pages / 2 spreads + 1 IG Story: € 339.– (EB) + Vat / € 369.– + Vat (R)
= 4 Artworks (big) OR 2 Artworks big + up to 8 small ones
6 pages / 3 spreads + 2 IG Story: € 499.– (EB) + Vat / € 539.– + Vat(R)
= 6 Artworks (big) OR 3 Artworks big + up to 12 small ones
For those who book two double pages or more, we are pleased to offer a feature in the form of an Instagram Story on the Slanted Publishers channel, which currently has 127K followers. This is a great opportunity to share your work with a broader audience at no additional cost.
Get detailed information about the book, special rates for multiple spreads in combination with all Slanted online features, and our media reach from this PDF.
HOW TO reserve and book a space:
1. Send an email to [email protected] with the number of spreads you would like to book and links or samples of the artworks, so we can review them and get back to you.
2. Receive a link and pay the submission fee.
3. Now your space is booked. We'II get in touch with more information about the upload.
4. Upload the requested files and information until December 8th, 2024 (latest!) and you will be guided step-by-step through the process.
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