Call for Art: Little Gay Coloring Book
thems. phoenix is looking for illustrators and graphic artist to help us create a very gay coloring book!
We’re seeking original coloring pages created by LGBTQIA+ artists and illustrators in Phoenix, AZ and beyond. The finished coloring book will be used to raise funds to support our free and accessible workshops like Sip N Scribble, our monthly drawing and illustration hang out for the LGBTQIA+ community.
Due Date October 23rd, 2026
Submission Guidelines
(1) Original black-and-white linework illustration designed to be colored in
Artist name
Artist bio (100 words of less)
Artist website/preferred handle
thems. may request up to two (2) reasonable revisions to ensure the artwork meets project needs and print requirements.
thems. will have the right to use the final artwork for promotional purposes related to the project and for inclusion in upcoming coloring books. Artist will retain full ownership of their artwork, and thems. will always credit ‘Artist’ when work is shared or published.
File format:
High-quality digital files suirable for print (PDF, TIFF, Illustrator File)
No safe zone or margin required
8.5 x 5.5 inches (140 x 216 mm) size
Resolution: 300 DPI
About the Project
The thems. Mini Coloring Book is a collaborative fundraising project bringing together illustrations from artists in our community into one coloring book. The finished book will be produced by thems. phoenix, with proceeds going directly toward supporting our free community arts programming and organizational costs.Each participating illustrator will be credited in the book, and we’ll promote the contributing artists when the project is released.
thems. is a queer artist collective and 501(c)(3) nonprofit powered by volunteers working to uplift LGBTQIA+ artists and create welcoming, accessible opportunities for art and community in Phoenix. By contributing a page you’re helping us raise the funds that keep queer arts programming accessible to your community.