Steel Wool Art Salon Zine (Due Feb. 20)
Steel Wool Art Salon Zine
Deadline: February 20th, 2026
About Steel Wool Art Salon:
Goal: To create a central hub that provides tools, resources, and visibility for artists and collectors to enter, navigate, and advance their work within the arts ecosystem. The magazine will spotlight the artist experience while celebrating Pittsburgh’s robust local creative network through features such as Collector’s Corner, Artist Shelf, and Creative Market; making the local arts ecosystem more visible, accessible, and attainable.
Differentiator: The magazine focuses on the full lifecycle of art and artists, addressing both the creative process and the realities of the market. By centering shared experiences, the magazine creates space for honest dialogue, practical insight, and collective problem-solving.
Content:
Content:
For Collectors: Demystify art collecting by making the process more accessible and transparent for new and emerging collectors.
For Artists: Highlight Pittsburgh’s artist communities while providing practical guidance for building and sustaining a career in the arts.
Supporting Local: Explore how to support local creative businesses and strengthen Pittsburgh’s arts-driven economy.
Pittsburgh in Perspective: Position Pittsburgh within the broader contemporary art landscape while bringing external perspectives into the local conversation.