For many of us, the opportunity for creativity and expression is one of the best parts of steampunk. However, it can often feel like you have no outlet. Oh sure, you can always wear a top hat, goggles, and spatterdashes to the grocery store, but...well, face it. That can get old.
Are you a steampunk creator looking for an outlet? Do you have some great steampunk outfits, inventions, or home décor you’re just dying to show off? Do you have a steampunk resource or product you would like featured? Do you have an idea for a steampunk-related article you would like to write?
You’ve come to the right place!
Here’s what to do:
Send an email to factsofsteampunklife@gmail.com. Please write a clear subject line that gives me at least some clue about your idea, for example: “Costume Tutorial” or “My New Steampunk Living Room”. (Generic subject lines like “Steampunk” aren’t very helpful.)
Introduce me to you and your idea. I don’t need a novel-length dissertation, just a few facts. Tell me about your personal approach to steampunk, and how that unique approach shines through the project or article you want to present. Tell me why you love steampunk. Tell me how and why your presentation will be fun and inspiring for other steampunkers.
If your presentation includes pictures, include one or two (no more than that in the first email, please) as attachments.
If your introduction looks like a good fit with The Facts of Steampunk Life’s goals (See the Newcomers/FAQ page) I’ll ask to see the rest of your presentation. If I like it and it fits the qualifications of clean, fun, and positive, I’ll send you an invitation to be featured on the home page of the blog. If your presentation includes photos, you will also have the option of appearing on one of The Facts of Steampunk Life’s Pinterest boards.
It’s that simple!
Please Note:
- I do not accept video, poetry, or fiction submissions. (Author/filmmaker features and interviews are accepted, but the videos or written works themselves will not be published.)
- I do not pay for submissions, even if they are accepted.
- Profanity, suggestive or sexual content (including revealing costumes or clothing), ranting, or verbal attacks directed at anyone or anything will result in automatic and immediate rejection.
- By submitting any materials to The Facts of Steampunk Life, you affirm that you have the right to do so (i.e. the materials are original and all copyrights belong to you).
- By submitting your photos, artwork, or writing, you grant The Facts of Steampunk Life one-time permission to publish those materials, but you do not relinquish any rights. All copyrights and reprint rights still belong to you.
- Submission does not guarantee acceptance, and I retain the right to reject materials for any reason at my sole discretion.
