“Artisan”—

a worker in a skilled trade, especially one that involves making things by hand.

What is the ARTSSN Publishing Program?

For photographers or visual artists looking to publish their work from the screen into the world—

ARTSSN is a publishing program run by TSSN, the creative division of Blinding Visuals Press. We help visual artists become artisans by publishing and distributing their work in physical print form—without needing to pay upfront costs, chase galleries, or cater to algorithms and trends.

We do things a bit differently.

No application fees. No need to tag anyone. No follower-counts. No barriers.

ARTSSN gives artists a clear path: submit three images, answer three questions.

We review rolling applications every 2–3 weeks with thoughtful consideration.

The three application questions:

  • Why did you choose them? Do they have three separate stories, or one common narrative?

  • What do you hope to gain, share, or create by being part of this program?

  • You have to choose: your favorite art piece … or your favorite snack.

    Either the art piece is destroyed, never to be seen again- or you can never have that snack again.

    You can only keep one:

What You Create

This is what you submit and control as part of your published work:

  • Three images – BV only publishes Triptych Galleries (3 related images shown together).

  • Title and description – You name your gallery and provide a short explanation or story.

  • Your full rights – You own your work before, during, and after publication.

  • Ongoing image control – You can update or rotate your Triptych images after publication.

  • Final proofing – You approve a physical proof before anything publishes.

  • Artist reflection (Light Note) – A one to three minute recorded audio message that publishes alongside your work and adds personal context to your gallery.

How the ARTSSN Program Works:

After acceptance into the program, TSSN works with Artisans:

“You don’t take a photograph. You make it.”
— Ansel Adams

What We Publish

This is what the ARTSSN Program provides once you're accepted and published:

  • Publication – Your Triptych is published as a Triptych Gallery, produced in Germany or the US - with galleries or customers able to order one or more images from your Gallery.

  • Distribution handled by us – We manage packaging, fulfillment, and global delivery. We additionally look for gallery placement options in our growing Global Gallery Program.

  • 80% of profits – You receive the majority of profits from all commissions or gallery sales- always.

  • BV Author Portal access – As a TSSN Artisan, you receive lifetime access to the BV author portal, tools, and community to connect with other BV Authors and Artisans.

  • Ongoing support – Have an idea for a cool project? From internal applications for funding or collaboration with other BV creatives, we provide another resource for your endeavors.

TSSN Triptychs

At TSSN, we exclusively publish Triptych Galleries—three curated images presented as a gallery.

Why Three?

Three images creates space for voice, narrative, cohesion- or contrast. You don’t need to be an expert in fine art theory. If you’ve got three images that hold meaning to you, you already have what it takes to apply.

The word triptych comes from the Greek for “three folds.” It’s a format used for centuries, capturing visual art across three frames.

Light Notes

We believe visual art isn’t just about what’s seen—it’s about what’s felt. A Light Note is a short written or recorded message from the artist that gives context to their Triptych Gallery. It could be about the story behind the images, the feeling they carry, or what the artist hopes to communicate about the collection.

Every Triptych Gallery includes a short reflection from the artist- press play to hear the Light Note from this Triptych: Dawn

In a world where images are consumed in seconds, a Light Note slows the moment down. It gives the work a voice. It reminds viewers that behind every frame is a moment in time - hand crafted art from an artist with thoughts and emotions.

Where Will Your Story Go?

  • TSSN

    The creative side of the house.

    Learn more about TSSN, the creative house under BV Press where Light Travels. More information about our philosophy, the Global Gallery Program, and how we help art move through the world.

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  • ARTSSN Publishing Program

    You’ve got a story: Three images. One voice.

    Apply to publish your work as a Triptych Gallery—designed to inspire creativity in our daily lives.

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  • Blinding Visuals Press

    Home to the world’s Portable Galleries.


    BV is a startup publishing house placing visual artists first, traditionally printing large-format, high-quality books using gallery-grade, offset printing. BV is where authors Write With Light.

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