INTERNATIONAL CALL FOR SUBMISSIONS
publishers section
SUBMISSIONS ACCEPTED UNTIL tuesday, JANUARY 20 AT 11:59 PM
what is the publishers section of the SUPER TIANGUIS DE DIBUJO?
This is the area of the fair dedicated to projects (national or international) that distribute independent publications and fanzines. It has a lower participation fee in order to level the playing field with the general section, whose products tend to sell more easily than publications.
We are looking for publishers, bookshops, and collectives interested in artist books, book objects, translations, fanzines, and magazines where drawing is predominant in all their products.
This format only includes table space and does not allow the sale of other types of products, except for stickers and prints smaller than A4, and these must represent less than 1/3 of the stock to be sold.
who can apply?
Publishers, bookstores, or printers focused on the sale of self-published works (books or fanzines) focused on drawing and illustrated books, among others.
Proposals featuring original and authorial drawings will be prioritized. While fan art or adaptations of third-party works may be included in proposals, these will be evaluated with a lower score. Proposals containing unauthorized literal reproductions and work created with AI will be rejected.
The festival is a VERY busy event, so it is not usually suitable for projects that do not have sufficient experience or stock.
What is the application process like?
It is essential to fill out the form with:
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Contact details
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Profile
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Conceptual description of the project
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Photographs of previous stands at other fairs
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Photographs (or mockups) and detailed information on three recent products that make up your proposal
Be sure to read and fill in the fields correctly. Wait for the images to finish loading and do not close the window until you see the confirmation message that your form has been uploaded.
International applications close on Friday, January 16, at 11:59 p.m. After this date, projects based outside Mexico may apply, but they will have to wait until the national call for applications closes to receive a response.
What makes an application more likely to be selected?
A short and concrete bio: Tell us about yourself. We want to know where you come from and where you are going. Tell us why you do what you do and what you want to create with your drawings.
A diverse range of publications: We value projects that can expand the universe of their curatorship to artists with different styles and processes. We are also interested in projects (individual or collective) whose production over time has created a solid body of work that is distinctive from other artists.
Artistic and professional quality in print: Higher quality printing and binding represent a greater return on investment. Due to their production methods and prices, some projects would find it more difficult to take full advantage of their participation and offset the cost of participation.
Clear photographs: We need to be able to see your products in detail.
Process or conceptual descriptions of the publications: Let us know what idea inspired the drawing and the publications you are proposing, and the process through which it was created. Everything that the photograph cannot show, but that you would tell a potential buyer.
When will I know if my proposal has been selected or not?
For the first time, we have opened the international call for applications as early as possible, so that if your proposal is accepted, you can plan your trip in advance and at a lower cost. All applications will receive a response by Monday, January 26 at the latest, but as far as possible, responses will be sent a few days after the application is received.
Applications that require payment exemption support in order to participate will be evaluated once all applications have been received and will receive a response by January 26.
Can I also participate in other festival activities?
Yes. Later on, you can apply to teach workshops or give presentations. Even if you are not selected for the Super Tianguis.
What are the participation fees?
All sales spaces will be half tables, with a total area of 1.20m x 80cm.
While the general area of the Super Tianguis will have a different lineup each day, international participants in the publishing area will be able to participate on both days, with the intention of making their trip worthwhile.
The participation fee includes shared table, a stool, autonomous choice of stand location through our online ticketing system, a directory of national producers for merchandise production with delivery directly to the festival, an assembly manual, accreditation and exhibitor badge for access to stands set up hours and other activities, mention on the festival map and program, links to national distributors and retail spaces, as well as an individual profile on the festival website. Lunch and accreditation for companions and other extra amenities can be purchased in the weeks leading up to the festival.
The international participation fees for the Editorial Zone are based on the different economies of the regions.
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Projects based in Latin America and Asia: $120 USD for both days.
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Projects based in the US, Canada, and Europe: $190 USD for both days.
Once selected, payments must be made before Monday, February 16, 2026, at 11:59 p.m.
How are participation fees determined?
In addition to the benefits already mentioned, participation fees are used to cover the rental of the venue where the festival is held, the creation and production of the website and social media materials, payment for advertising on Instagram and TikTok, rental of furniture and equipment, printing of informational and educational materials for the festival, signage, decoration, fees for operational staff, security, paramedics, cleaning, volunteers, and rental of a power generator.
The fee amounts are approximately 1/5 of the estimated average gross sales of each exhibitor.
Is there any possibility of financial AID?
We have reserved some spaces with payment exemptions for projects that are unable to cover all the costs involved in participating. If you would like to be considered for one of these spaces, please indicate this on your application.