Free theme in the 6th GIN Graphic Humor Contest 2016, Spain

6th GIN Graphic Humor Contest

The Gin Foundation and the Quevedo Institute of Humor of the FGUA convene the 6th GIN Graphic Humor Contest.
Deadline: December 18, 2016.
PARTICIPATION
You can participate in the competition whoever wants it, both individually and jointly between screenwriter and draftsman.
HUMOR AND THEMATIC
The works presented must have a humorous intention. The theme is free.
FORMAT AND EXTENSION
The presentation will be in paper or digital. The work has to be publishable in paper: vignette, strip, comic page ...
Maximum measurement: A4.
For digital format, it should be sent in JPG to 300 dpi.
LANGUAGE
Works are accepted in any of the official languages ​​of Spain. Those that come from outside Spain and contain text, should be labeled in Spanish.
Nº OF WORKS AND ORIGINALITY
Each participant can submit a maximum of four proposals. All works submitted must be unpublished.
SHIPPING
The deadline for delivery of works is December 18, 2016.
Original, reproductions and digital works are accepted.
The works that will not be returned, will be part of the fund of the Graphic Humor Documentation Center of the Quevedo Institute of Humor of the FGUA.
In the case of originals, the author who wishes may request a certificate of donation.
Submission of physical works:
GIN COMPETITION - Quevedo Institute of Humor (FGUA) Calle Nueva nº 4. 28801 Alcalá de Henares (Madrid)
Sending of digital works: electronic mail or WeTrasfer to the email gin@iqh.es.
Along with the work, the following data must be specified:
Name and surname, telephone number, date of birth, full postal address and e-mail address.
AWARDS
The GIN Graphic Humor Contest consists of 3 prizes, which have the following economic endowment (raw):
1st prize: 600 euros
2nd prize: 400 euros
3rd prize: 200 euros
The winning works will be published on the websites iqh.es and humoristan.org.
JURY
The jury of the Graphic Humor Contest GIN will be chosen by the Quevedo Institute of Humor of the FGUA and by Humoristán. The jury reserves the right to declare any of the prizes void or to propose another nominative distribution. The decision of the jury will be made within 2 months after the deadline for submitting the papers. The verdict will be communicated to the winners and published on the websites iqh.es and humoristan.org.
Participation in this contest implies the acceptance of these bases. The organization reserves the right, if necessary, to introduce such modifications as it deems necessary for a better functioning of the contest. The organization is not responsible for the works submitted to the competition.
Date: Tuesday, November 22, 2016
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Source: http://iqh.es/6-concurso-humor-grafico-gin .

Mobility: 1st Autoszektor Caricature Contest 2017, Hungary

Autószektor Caricature Contest 2017, Hungary

The Motorist Great-Coalition (H-1132 Budapest, Váci street 18.) invites all professional and amateur caricaturists to the „Autószektor Caricature Contest” with the following theme:
Mobility – from cars to bikes, public transport to space travel, from technical sports to having fun
1. All participants must be a natural person over 18.
2. The contest has 1 turn. Each competitor is allowed to participate in the competition with a maximum of 5 caricatures. Entries should not content any text and should be made in A4 format. File details: CYMK, JPG, good quality, the maximum size of the mail is 10 MB.
3. The registration form – attached to this contest invitation – must be sent back signed and scanned, together with the caricatures – to the grafikuskelemen@gmail.com
4. Deadline: 31 January 2017.
5. Awards:
I. 150 000 HUF
II. 100 000 HUF
III. 50 000 HUF
+ Everyone on the podium gets a diploma.
6. By applying, the participants accept that any decision of the jury - in connection with this contest – is final and not appealable.
7. Announcement of results: 2017. 02. 28.
8. A digital catalogue will be made with the submitted caricatures.
9. By filling the registration form, the participant acknowledges that the Motorist Great-Coalition - referring to the competition – can use the submitted creations free, without the purpose of gaining financial benefits. Forms of use:
- Through mediums cooperating with the Motorist Great-Coalition (www.jarmuipar.hu; www.autoszektor.hu; www.riposzt.hu, etc. )
- In digital or printed catalogues
- In the free publication made for the partners of Motorist Great-Coalition, which will not be merchandised
- On exhibitions, or events supported by the Motorist Great-Coalition
- As decoration
Continuous information on facebook & www.autoszektor.hu
If you have any question, contact us at grafikuskelemen@gmail.com!
We wish you good work and a successful participation!
István Knezsik
President of the Motorist Great-Coalition.

5th Autumn Salon of Latin America SOAL 2017, Brazil

SOAL 2017 – 5th AUTUMN SALON OF LATIN AMERICA

DEAR ARTISTS,
After the 4th SOAL’s success (Salão de Outono da America Latina), which welcomed an impressive number of visitors (11500), brasilian and cultural association Salon d’Automne França-Brasil lauches its 5th edition, SOAL 2017 with its traditional partner, Memorial of Latin America Foundation, in Sao Paulo. With more than 2 millions visitors, it has now become one of the most visited cultural centers in South America.
Like the last three years, the SOAL will take place in the well-known Galeria Marta Traba, as from May 4th until June 4th 2017.
Galeria Marta Traba is part of the Memorial da America Latina cultural compound,designed by Oscar Niemeyer, Brasilia’s famous architect.
The international jury, which will select the artists present in our exhibition will be composed of seven members, five of which are already well-known artists.
As in the last two editions, you will apply on following categories: painting, sculpture, photography, grafic arts, art book, video, installation, street art, performance.
You may have access to the Tecnical Rules and fill the SOAL2017 application form online on our website www.salon-automne-franca-brasil.com in english version.
BE CAREFULL:
Registrations are to be made exclusively online as from November 20th until January 20th 2017.
So, don’t wait until it’s too late to apply.
Welcome to the 5th SOAL-Salão de Outono da America Latina, The Art without Border Salon.
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18th International Festival of aphorisms and caricature-Strumica 2017, Rep. Macedonia

18th International Festival of aphorisms and caricature-Strumica 2017

C O N T E S T
Theme:
C A R N I V A L – E R O T I C A
Aphorism:
• In this category each author can participate with maximum of 10 aphorisms, printed in three copies, completed with code and particulars about the author, and set in sealed envelope.
• The authors are allowed to participate with more works, each as group of 10 (ten) aphorisms and marked with particular code.
Caricature:
• In this category, the authors can participate and send 3 caricatures, maximum.
The technique is on their own choice, and dimensions A/4.
• Particulars about the authors should be written at the back side of the work.
Contest due date:
The works will be accepted up to: January 17, 2017, at latest.
Awards:
• Three main prizes will be awarded: Golden, Silver and Bronze Plaque .
• The Organizer retains the right to award some additional prizes.
Address:
• The works are to be send to:
NUCK "Anton Panov"
Blvd. "Goce Delcev" bb
2400 Strumica , R Macedonia
with note: To the Festival of aphorism and Caricature
Copyrights:
• The works received ,remain in property of the Organizer and the author, and they have the right to its public presentation, catalogue prepare or other publication.
Evaluation:
• The works received in due time will be reviewed and evaluated by competent jury commission.
• The presentation of the works – exhibition and the Reward Ceremony will come to: February 27, 2017.
Contact -Further information
E-mail: trimerotikon@yahoo.com .

Similarity: Josip Kovacevic 2007 - Vladimir Stevovic Beluga 2014

Josip Kovacevic Honorable Mention DICACO 2007

Vladimir Stevovic SICACO 2014 catalog / ADV 2015.
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International Cartoon Contest Peer650, Belgium : Bruegel in 2017

INTERNATIONAL CARTOON CONTEST:
BINDING TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. Participation
Anyone aged 18 and over can participate in this international contest. Participants declare that they agree with the terms and conditions of the contest, the rules, and the jury’s decisions. Participation is free.
The deadline is 03-02-2017.
2. Theme: “Bruegel in 2017”
Peer will celebrate the 650th anniversary of acquiring city rights in 2017. The year will be filled with festive activities for the residents of Peer and for visitors.
One of Belgium’s most famous painters, Pieter Bruegel the Elder, was supposedly born in Peer (Grote-Brogel). We wonder what Bruegel would think of the world today; as it is in 2017.
3. Submissions
Each participant can submit maximum five entries (colour or black and white). All graphic techniques are allowed. We prefer that participants print out digitally drawn work so that the works can be presented to the jury in sufficiently high quality. The works cannot have been published or exhibited in the past.
Please send your works to the following address:
Stad Peer
Cartoonfewzstival Peer650
Zuidervest 2a
B- 3990 Peer
BELGIUM
or via email: cartoonfestival@peer.be
The drawings must measure 210 x 297 mm (A4). Surname and first name of the participant must be mentioned on the back of the drawing.
4. The prizes:
1st prize: €700 + souvenir
2nd prize: €350 + souvenir
3rd prize: €150 + souvenir
All winners will be invited to spend three days (and 2 nights) in Peer for the awards ceremony.
5. Patrimonial rights
By submitting an entry, participants give the organisers the right to use their entries to promote the cartoon festival and the festive year Peer650 (i.e. the catalogue, publicity in the press and on other media, posters, etc.).
6. Catalogue
A catalogue will be published, taking into account budgetary limitations. Selected participants have the right to one copy. Participants will receive a free catalogue upon request. They will have to pay the postal expenses or they can collect the catalogue at the Tourist Reception in Peer.
7. Property
All works become the property of the organisers.
8. Originality of the works
Entrants remain responsible for the originality of their works. Discussions and possible claims related to any form of plagiarism are at the entrant’s expense. If plagiarism is discovered after the prizes have been awarded, the jury can deliberate and decide to revoke the prize.
9. Jury
A professional jury will look at the entries received, make a selection for the exhibition, and select the prize winners.
10. Awards ceremony and exhibition
The opening and awards ceremony will take place on Saturday, 6 May 2017. The exhibition will run from 7 May - 30 July 2017. It will be accessible for free on Wednesday afternoons and during the weekend. Group visits are also possible on other days.
Source: https://www.peer.be/cartoonfestival .

Winners in the international cartoon contest Olense Kartoenale 2016, Belgium

The winners of the international cartoon contest Olense Kartoenale 2016 with the theme "Sports: from start to finish" are announced. Amnesty International chose the theme "The right to medical assistance".
A total of 340 cartoonists from 55 countries participated with 1,089 cartoons.
The top prize this year went to Chuntra Tawan from Thailand. The second prize went to the Serbian artist Jovo Skomac. The prize of Amnesty International went to Konstantin Kazanchev from Ukraine. He came personally to receive his award during the award ceremony on Friday, November 11th at the town hall. The 9-year-old Melissa Welsh from Turkey was present with her mother at the ceremony. She was awarded the third prize in the youth category.
Winners in adult category:
1st prize: Chuntra Tawan (Thailand) (Top)
2nd prize: Jovo Skomac (Serbia) (Down)
3rd prize: Heidarpanah Mojtaba (Iran)
4th prize: Mehdi Azizi (Iran)
Prize of Bialogard city: Karolina Gmiterek (Poland)
Winners in youth category:
1st prize: Yuan Yi Lin (China)
2nd prize: Rojina Fetanat (Iran)
3rd prize: Melissa Welsh (Turkey)
4th prize: Nina Khmelyova (Russia)
Exhibition and catalog
The exhibition of the Olen Kartoenale is to view until December 31 in the chamber during the opening hours of the town hall. The winning cartoons and many other entries are also bundled in a beautiful color catalog. This compilation is for sale for 12 euros at the reception of the town hall.
More on http://www.olen.be/nieuwsdetail/1740/winnaars-olense-kartoenale-2016 & their fb page.
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