Tidal Lingual Zine — Cover Call Open
We’re inviting illustrators to reimagine our mascot “Cat Surfing” for the next issue of Tidal Lingual Zine.
Brief
Redesign Cat Surfing in a new scene or activity
Feel free to add new characters, environments, or storytelling elements
All styles welcome (playful, bold, minimal, textured, etc.)
Keep it kid-friendly and imaginative
(Mock cover image of the pilot issue is below this text)
Submission Requirements
Concept sketch or final illustration
Optional mood board (recommended)
Short description of your idea (1–3 sentences)
File format: JPG or PNG (high resolution if final)
Important
No AI-generated artwork
Original work only
Must be your own creation
What You Receive
Featured as the cover artist of the issue
Full credit in the magazine (name, bio, contact/socials)
Promotion across our platforms
📅 Deadline
MAY 15 2026
📩 How to Submit
Submit via our Google Form:
LINK BELOW THIS MESSAGE!
LINK BELOW THIS MESSAGE!
For questions:
caroline @ karoillu.com
caroline @ karoillu.com
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SAMPLE COVER- NOT OFFICIAL TLZ COVER- PILOT PROJECT
Sample pages of the Magazine!
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Future plans!
More bilingual books, prints of fun illustrations, and our fun filled bilingual magazine with multilingual elements!
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