Frequently
Asked Questions
Q: Are there any costs or fees beyond the submission/entry fee?
A: No. Each
photographer and writer that is selected will receive a complimentary copy of the book. There are no additional costs or
fees to the artist.
Q: Who retains
the rights to the work?
A: The selected photographers retain all rights to their work. While
Open to Interpretation acquires first publication rights for written materials of the selected writers, all rights
revert to the author after publication and the work may be reprinted as long as appropriate acknowledgement to Open to
Interpretation is made.
By being selected,
both photographers and writers are granting Open to Interpretation the right to use work (in part or in its entirety), for
the purposes of publishing, marketing, publicity, and promotional aspects of the project.
Q: What personal/professional information about me will be printed in the book?
A:
While Open to Interpretation does not publish artist bios, selected artists may choose what contact information (telephone
number, email address, website, etc) is printed and available to readers/the public. Any inquiries we receive for sales or
future projects will be directed to the artist.
Q: Are transactions on your website secure?
A: Yes. Photography submissions
are accepted using a program called Smarter Entry. Payment for writing submissions is accepted via Paypal. Both of these sites
use the latest encryption technology and trusted
processors to ensure the safety and confidentiality of your personal information.
Q: How can I edit or add to my submission?
A: Photographers can log in here using their username and password to make changes to a submission
before the final deadline. Writers can send updated versions of their manuscripts to info@open2interpretation.com
Q: Will the photographs be reproduced in color or black and
white?
A: The book will be printed in full color.
Q: How many images and interpretations will be selected?
A: There will be
25-30 images selected and therefore 50-60 written interpretations total. Every image will have two interpretations.
Q: Who is printing the books?
A:
Hardcover volumes of Open to Interpretation are printed and bound professionally by a custom book printer.
