We invite contributors to explore the theme of Reverence.
There are signs of dissociation between the human body and the body of the Earth: colonisation, waste culture, war, abuse, and injustice, to name just a few. These acts have eroded our respect for humanity.
To revere the Earth and be in awe of the natural world also calls us to revere humanity as part of the tree of life. As the world becomes increasingly polarised, reverence could be the thread that weaves us back together in the web of life.
We are seeking stories that celebrate nature and humanity as one, sharing reverence for both the internal and external worlds.
Subthemes
Healing
Interconnectedness
Sustainability
Sacred Ecology
Eco-activism
Reconnection
Ancestral Knowledge
Cultural Heritage
Earth-based Spirituality
Environmental Justice
Ritual Healing
Land Stewardship
Spiritual Ecology
Reverence for Life
Slow Living
Biocentrism
Sacred Feminine
Mindfulness
Resilience
Radical Care
Kinship
Humanity
Community
Nature Rights
Human Rights
Sacred Sites
Ceremonies
Traditional Dances
Eco-erotica
Indigenous Culture
Nature Worship
Memory
Science and Spirituality
Abundance
Reciprocity
Politics
What We Are Looking For
Photography
A photo collection with 10 or more images. Include an introduction and concept theme.
Photographic Essays
Photography project with 10 or more images.
The final submission must be accompanied by an essay of 700-2000 words.
(Pitch: 300-word outline of your submission’s theme.)
Film
Short films between 3 and 15 minutes.
Interviews
Interviews with artists and activists exploring the theme of “reverence.”
Poetry
Submit a maximum of 10 poems in one document.
Essays
1,000–2,000 words.
(Pitch: 300-word outline of your submission’s theme.)
Memoir
1,000–2,000 words.
(Pitch: 300-word outline of your submission’s theme.)
Creative Nonfiction
1,000–2,000 words.
(Pitch: 300-word outline of your submission’s theme.)
Submission Guidelines
Texts: Must be submitted in PDF format.
Photo Collections: Include all images in one PDF document and provide a Google Drive link for full-size images.
Bio: Submit a short bio with your submission.
File Naming & Email
Document Name: “Planted Journal_Reverence_NameSurname”.
Email Subject: “Planted Journal_Reverence_Category” (for example, Essay, Photography, Interview, etc.).
Include subthemes in the email. (3 to 5)
Send your submissions to: hello@plantedjournal.com
Deadline
Submissions are open until May 31st.
*There is no payment for contributions, nor are there any fees for submission.
Our entire editorial team works on a volunteer basis.