What is Cut+Paste Magazine?

Cut+Paste Magazine is an art and photography magazine that seeks to bring tangible artwork into people’s creative processes. Each seasonal issue is filled with unique visual art curated for a specific theme and submitted by talented creatives all around the world.

Brand Values

We value supporting artists in every stage and phase. We care about the who and the why and the how behind each piece and enjoy celebrating the artistic journey that comes with each individual artist, photographer, or designer we publish in our magazine.

We value promoting creativity of all kinds, especially the tangible forms that let us disconnect from the screen-filled parts of our lives. We seek to inspire every person to create in one way or another, and to find inspiration to do so in the work of fellow creatives.

We value doodles and sketches and noticings, not just the museum-worthy masterpieces. We value the little moments and everyday beauties that surround us and strive to help others appreciate the art that can be found in every part of life.

Brand Story

Cut+Paste Magazine was founded in 2022. It started with a wouldn’t-it-be-cool-if-this-existed idea, which turned into a few months of garnering interest and crowdfunding, which has now turned into fifteen beautiful issues (& counting!) filled with all kinds of visual art.

The magazine is still a small business just getting off the ground, but it continues to grow and reach more creative people with each new year. Every new issue is a labor of love created from a passion for encouraging artists and bringing more tangible creativity into the world.

Though the C+P team is tiny on paper, it is made possible by dozens of dedicated creatives, whether they be freelancers or volunteers, who share a desire to see the magazine continue and grow. We are so thankful for each and every one of these incredible people.

While we hope to see a wide variety of styles and ideas submitted during this contest, we’ve collected a list of general themes and styles that we gravitate towards and find our customer base enjoying. Feel free to jump off of one or two of these ideas or try something completely new!

• Timeless and classic styles and motifs

• Hand drawn elements that feel human

• Creative takes on nature and floral themes

• Editorial, elegant, and minimal styles that still include character and personality

• Colors that lean more towards natural, earthy hues than loud and artificial ones

• Art and design that carries meaning and stories

Submitted files should be JPG, JPEG, PNG, or PDF files with a resolution of 300 dpi.

Our ideal ratio for the design is 1:1 or 3:4.

We will have a stronger preference toward designs with “Cut+Paste” or “Cut+Paste Magazine” incorporated into the design.

If you choose to “sign” your design in any way, it must be done in a discreet manner that does not detract from the design or the focus on the brand itself.

All designs must be submitted by April 30th, 2026.

Every submission will be reviewed, and our top four picks will be shared with our social media followers and newsletter subscribers for the final vote. After 24 hours, the creator of the winning design will be notified, the payment will be sent (see prize details below), and production will begin shortly thereafter.

The creators of the top four designs will be credited for their work when it is shown for voting.

If the winner does not respond with payment information within 48 hours of being notified, he/she forfeits the win and the runner-up will be contacted.

The winner of the Merch Design Contest will be awarded the following prize package:

• $175 cash prize

• 1-year subscription to the magazine (international or domestic shipping included)

• 2x tote bags with their design

• 5x stickers with their design

• Thorough accreditation in social media promotion and website listings of the final merch products

In order for your design to be considered, you must agree to the following terms.

• Any design submitted may not be displayed in its entirety on social media or any public platform prior to our final announcement of the winning design.

• All elements of your design must be 100% owned by you and cleared for commercial use. No copyrighted materials or personal-use-only assets may be included.

• Direct use of AI-generated imagery is not permitted. Any secondary use of AI (such as brainstorming or design assistance) must be disclosed with your submission.

• By submitting a design, you grant us permission to publish it on our public platforms, with credit, if it is selected as one of the Top Four designs for voting.

• By submitting, you confirm that your work does not infringe on any third-party rights and agree to take full responsibility for any claims or disputes that may arise. You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Cut+Paste Magazine, LLC from any such claims.

• If your design is selected as the winning design, you agree to provide PayPal or Venmo payment details within 48 hours of notification. Receipt of the prize package is contingent upon meeting these requirements. Upon payment, full copyright ownership of the design will be transferred to Cut+Paste Magazine, LLC, including the right to use it on any current or future products.