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PoArtMo Anthology (Volume 3): Submission Window Open Again!

Hello folks!

It is with great pleasure that we announce the re-opening of our submissions to the PoArtMo Anthology (Volume 3).

We invite artists, business owners, entrepreneurs, activists, artists, philanthropists, and anyone else in between, especially young people ages 13 and over, to submit to us for potential inclusion.

We are especially interested in hearing from people who are working on uplifting projects or concepts!

Please note that our submission pages have changed. Make sure that you read everything carefully, so we can consider your submissions.

NB: Submissions to the PoArtMo Anthology: Youth Edition are also open!

Free Submission for the First 10 People Who Contact Us!

We are offering free submission slots to the first 10 people who will contact us.

We are waiving the $3 fee per piece, which means that if your work is selected, you will receive a free PDF copy of the anthology. Contributors interested in receiving royalty payments will be able to avail of this opportunity for a small donation instead of the usual $6 fee per piece.

To take advantage of our offer, you must contact us via email.

  • Email address: submissions@abpositiveart.com
  • Subject: Free submission + full name

Rules:

  • You can only submit one piece for free. Should you wish to send us additional work, you will have to pay the regular fee.
  • Do NOT send us any work directly! Wait for our response containing the submission form for the anthology and our rules / guidelines within the next 12 hours.
  • Deadline to contact us: September 1, 2021 at 11:59 p.m. CDT. Check your local time zone here.
  • Our free submission window will automatically close at the deadline, whether the 10 free slots have been secured or not.
  • You cannot apply for this offer if you took advantage of our last free submission window.
  • If you contact us to secure your free slot but do not send us anything for consideration within a week, you will not be allowed to avail of any of our free offers in the future.

We cannot wait to read you!

David & Cendrine.

Auroras & Blossoms Is Growing!

Hello everyone!

2021 has been a time of reflection for us. For many months, we wondered how to make Auroras & Blossoms more inclusive of the diversity of voices in this world.

We love featuring inspirational artists in our publications. But we also believe that it is important to give a platform to those who do not consider themselves artists and still do inspirational things. Their work matters too!

We are delighted to announce that Auroras & Blossoms is changing and growing! Read below for more information.

Our Logo

Did you notice the acronym “A.R.T.” has replaced the word “art”?

The acronym stands for “Actions Rally Thoughts.” This motto means that art is no longer the sole focus of our platform. From now on, we also want to feature narratives, anecdotes, stories, and testimonies that nurture hope and optimism in every facet of life.

So who can submit to us? Anyone who has a positive story to share. This includes business owners, entrepreneurs, activists, artists, philanthropists, and anyone else in between, especially young people ages 13 and over. If you are working on an uplifting project or concept, we want to hear from you as well!

PoArtMo

This change also applies to PoArtMo, which now stands for “Positive Actions Rally Thoughts & Momentum.”

PoArtMo remains a yearly movement, of course. But now it is an invitation to business owners, entrepreneurs, activists, artists, philanthropists, and anyone else in between (ages 13 and over) to come together to bring positivity and upliftment to the forefront.

The PoArtMo Collective

Last but not least, the PoArtMo Collective has turned into an exclusive network of people (entrepreneurs, business owners, artists, activists, philanthropists, and anyone else in between, especially young people) who follow the “Positive Actions Rally Thoughts & Momentum” mantra.

The collective offers opportunities for members to collaborate with one another on uplifting projects (books and exhibitions), build relationships, and support one another. 

Membership to the collective is free but requires an application process. Visit this page for more information.

We hope that you will enjoy the changes we have implemented and cannot wait to read your feedback. We know that today’s announcement is a great new step in our journey!

David & Cendrine.

Two Major Announcements Coming Soon!

Hey there everyone.

You may have noticed that we have been quiet lately.

We have some major news coming your way very soon. The news concerns the direction Auroras & Blossoms will be taking, plus a few more things.

Please keep reading our newsletters for future developments, we can’t wait to share with you what we have been working on. But suffice to say that it will expand our offerings significantly to a whole wider audience!

For all of you who are subscribed to us, we thank you for your dedicated support and your continued interest in the projects that we continue to create.

Keep reading and writing friends, your work needs to be shared with the world.

David & Cendrine.

The PoArtMo Mini-Reviews – Taiyō no ko Esuteban

Today’s mini-review was written by Azelle Elric.

PoArtMo Mini-Reviews are short, quick-read reviews written by members of the PoArtMo Collective. Our goal is to introduce you to art (books, documentaries, movies, etc.) that you may not be familiar with, and that both adults and youths alike can enjoy.

Taiyō no ko Esuteban (The Mysterious Cities of Gold – TV Series)

Genre: Action, adventure, science-fiction, history, myths, archeology.

Year: French Japanese animated series originally aired in France from September 1983 to June 1984, 39 episodes.

Creator(s): The story was written by Jean Chalopin and Bernard Deyriès, and is very loosely based on the novel ‘The King’s Fifth’ by Scott O’Dell. The series’ chief director was Hisayuki Toriumi.

Summary:

Barcelona, 1532. Esteban is an impulsive young orphan who wants to find his father. He follows Mendoza, the navigator who saved his life ten years ago, in a Spanish expedition toward the New World.

The main aim of this expedition: the discovery of the Seven Cities of Gold.

During his journey from Spain to South America, Esteban will meet his best friends : Zia an Incan girl and Tao the last descendant of the Mu Empire (Hiva Empire in English).

Inspiration: 5 stars.
Positivity: 5 stars.
Family-friendliness: 5 stars.

Why we like it: Another French Japanese series with a beautiful animation, beautiful landscapes and a wonderful soundtrack. I’m fond of Tao, but my favourite character is without a doubt Mendoza, he is neither totally evil nor totally good, I find him rather realistic in his characterization.

Who can read / watch: Everyone aged 7 and above.

Favorite moment: The discovery of the solar ship Solaris in episode 6. I was (and still am) totally devastated when it was destroyed in episode 9…

PoArtMo verdict: A wonderful TV show, I eagerly awaited the documentary at the end of each episode as to how it was made! It was my first discovery of the pre-Columbian civilizations and an absolute revelation!

For more information on the show, check out these links below.

The Mysterious Cities of Gold – Wikipedia

IMDb – The Mysterious Cities of Gold

The Mysterious Cities of Gold Cartoon Intro Opening Theme HD

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=uy-0UQi6e6A

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Inspirational Art Series – Layla and Majnun in the wilderness with animals, from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi (Sanwalah)

Hello everyone!

We are excited to share with you more of our series dedicated to inspirational art through the ages.

This series continually seeks to uncover classical art that will move you with its inherent beauty and timeless themes.

Today’s pick is (a bit of a mouthful!) “Layla and Majnun in the wilderness with animals, from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi” by Sanwalah.

“Layla and Majnun in the wilderness with animals, from a Khamsa (Quintet) of Amir Khusrau Dihlavi” is an opaque watercolour picture, ink on gold paper and is attributed to the artist Sanwalah, who lived in the 1600s.

This painting illustrates a version of an ancient Bedouin tale that originated among nomadic tribes of the Arabian Peninsula, as told by an Indian author who wrote in Persian; but it was turned into a happy ending of lovers reuniting by Sanwalah. According to the painting’s description, the animals were drawn to the depth and purity of their love.

Other examples of Sanwalah’s incredible art style contain animals, people and detailed, luscious landscapes that cannot help but tell engaging tales. It is hard to find information about Sanwalah but an image search will reward you with further sumptuous art to savour.

Inspired by this piece?

Create your own artwork and submit it to us for potential inclusion in one of our publications. We now offer ongoing royalties to paying contributors.

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