Women on the World International Cartoon Competition 2012, Australia

The Rotary Club of Coffs Harbour City invites you to enter . . .
The inaugural 2012

http://www.rotarycartoonawards.com.au/ ; http://www.coffscityrotary.org.au/
Rules & Entry Conditions
1. Women on the World International Cartoon Competition is open to all women cartoon artists worldwide over the age of 18 years. Entries should convey a woman's social comment on world issues today.
2. There are no restrictions on the number of entries submitted and entries may be either previously published or unpublished. Entries must not be able to be deemed offensive to others.
3. Entrants are asked to title their own work. All titles and captions are to be in English.
4. Entries must not be framed.
5. Entries may either be sent via post, digitally via email, or hand delivered to the Bunker Cartoon Gallery, Coffs Harbour. The closing date is Friday 24th February 2012.
6. Hardcopy entries: All entries submitted in hardcopy by post or delivered must be originals, either in colour or black and white. Entries must be clearly labelled with the entrant’s name, address, telephone number and email address. This information must be written in pencil in the top left hand corner on the reverse of the work, beneath the title of the work.
7. Digital entries: All entries must be sent in 300 dpi, JPEG format, and may be either A4 (210 mm x 197 mm) or A3 (420 mm x 297 mm) in either colour or black and white. Entrants are asked to specify the size for printing. Entries should be sent as an attachment to an email and a completed entry form also attached.
8. In respect of each entry the entrant warrants that the entry is the entrant’s own original work and further that the entrant is the owner of the copyright of that work and acknowledges and agrees that upon the making of the entry the entrant assigns absolutely that copyright to the Rotary Club of Coffs Harbour City Inc., (“the Rotary Club).The Rotary Club will observe the entrant’s moral rights in the work.
9. The WOW Committee will appoint suitable judges for the Awards. Judges will not be eligible to enter the competition. The judges’ decision will be final and no correspondence will be entered into.
Awards: The entry judged to be the winning entry will receive prize money of $1,000 and a medallion. Two merit awards will also be awarded each to the value of $750 each.
10. Winners of the 2012 competition will be announced in Coffs Harbour on International Womens Day, Thursday, March 8th 2012.
11. Entry to the Awards will be taken as an agreement to accept these rules and entry conditions.
Complete Rules & Entry Form: http://www.rotarycartoonawards.com/index.php/wow2
Send entries to:
WoW Cartoon Awards
Bunker Cartoon Gallery
Locked Bag 155
Coffs Harbour NSW 2450 Australia.
Or emailed to: info@rotarycartoonawards.com.au .

1st International Competition of Graphical Humour "Cultural Correspondences"

I INTERNATIONAL COMPETITION OF GRAPHICAL HUMOUR “CULTURAL CORRESPONDENCES”.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The publisher SAURE announces the 1st GRAPHICAL HUMOUR competition entitled “CULTURAL CORRESPONDENCES”, which will be international in scope.
The cartoonists will carry out work on the value of cultural correspondences: the discovery of other traditions, other cultures, other languages that enrich our vision of the world and life. The capacity to know how to appreciate the dialogue between so-called western knowledge and traditional millennial knowledge. Having eyes for those who are different, having ears to listen to their voices, their melodies, songs, stories... keeping ties and admiration for cultural exchanges.
1. CONTESTANTS
All persons over 14 years of age may take part. Each participant can submit a maximum of three works.
2. MODALITY AND FORMAT
The scenes and characters must be of their own creation and be unpublished. The works may be black and white or colour. The works shall have an extension of a single page that shall not exceed the 800 x 600 pixel format, with a minimum resolution of 72 pixels per inch.
3. LANGUAGES
The works must be written in Spanish or French. Wordless humorous scenes by artists from other language backgrounds are also admitted.
4. PRESENTATION
Competitors must register or identify themselves on the website and enter their work in JPG format in the field provided for this purpose.
5. PRESENTATION LOCATION AND DEADLINE
The works must be sent exclusively through the website up until 12th October 2012.
6. VIRTUAL EXHIBITION
With the works submitted and subsequently chosen by the jury, the publisher plans to make them available to the public. The exhibition of the works will not entitle the authors of the illustrations to pecuniary rights.
7. PRIZES
Six prizes will be awarded in the competition:
Over 18s: 1st prize: 500 Euros. Basic tax will be deducted before proceeding to make the payment. 2nd prize: 3 comics. 3rd prize: 2 comics; with diploma.
Under 18s (from 14 to 17): 1st prize: 3 comics, 2nd prize: 2 comics, 3rd prize: 1 comic, from the publisher's collection with a diploma.
8. JURY
A qualified jury will choose the best works. The prizes will be made known within a month and a half after the end of the competition. If the jury decides so, the prizes may be declared void, and their decision is final.
9. ADDITIONAL CLAUSE
Participation in the competition implies acceptance of these terms and conditions.
Source: http://saure.3emultimedia.net/Concursos/

13th International Festival of aphorism & caricature, Strumica 2012

13th International Festival of aphorism & caricature - Strumica 2012
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 16, 2012, 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 should be sent 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, 2012.
Contact -Further information
*Tel: ++389 (0)34 322 182
*E-mail: trimerotikon@yahoo.com

44th International Graphic Humour Exhibition: Umoristi a Marostica 2012

UMORISTI A MAROSTICA 2012, 44TH INTERNATIONAL GRAPHIC HUMOUR EXHIBITION, ITALY
REGULATIONS
The "Gruppo Grafico Marosticense" announces and organizes the 44th International Graphic Humour Exhibition "Umoristi a Marostica 2012".
1. The contest is open to all the cartoonists, illustrators and graphic artists from all over the world. It's possible to participate out of the competition. That request excludes the author from award of the prizes.
2. The theme of the contest is: TRAVELS
3. The authors can participate with a maximum of 3 works (Cartoons or Strips) inherent to the theme proposed in connection with the man, his existence and the society, seen in humorous view-point. The works, for being able to be comprised all over the world beyond every linguistic barrier, will have to be without dialogue or texts. The works, realized with free technique, should be originals or digital prints numbered and signed by the author. The photocopies will not be accepted. The format of works is free, within a maximum of 60x60 cm. The works should bear the author's name, surname, address, email and possible title on the back.
4.The deadline for works reception is January 25, 2012 (based on the postmark). The works, accompanied by the author's entry-form, must be sent (postage paid by the sender and without frames or glass) to the following address: UMORISTI A MAROSTICA - PIAZZA CASTELLO 12 - 36063 MAROSTICA (VI) - ITALY
5. The acceptance of the works, the selection, and the assigning of the prizes are completely up to the Jury nominated by Artistic Direction and Gruppo Grafico Marosticense. The Jury's decisions are final.
6.The Jury will award the following prizes: "International Grand Prix Scacchiera" and 12 Special prizes "Umoristi a Marostica". Special prizes "Sandro Carlesso" and "Marco Sartore". Other special prizes or honorary mentions may be awarded.
7. The results of the Jury will be given directly to all the participating artists by email or mail and published on the web site http://www.umoristiamarostica.it/ within February 2012.
8.The opening ceremony and the prize distribution will have place on April 14, 2012 at Castello Inferiore of Marostica. The exhibition will remain opened till 27 May, 2012.
9. All the authors selected will receive a free copy of catalogue. All the other participants not selected may demand the catalogue compiling the module on the site http://www.umoristiamarostica.it/ .
10. The prize-winning works will not be returned and will be included in the collection of "Umoristi a Marostica Museum". Only the original works of authors selected will be returned after the exhibition and with postage paid by "Gruppo Grafico Marosticense". The works of authors not selected and all the digital prints will not be returned. The authors selected may give their works to "Umoristi a Marostica Museum" in any case.
11. The "Gruppo Grafico Marosticense" reserves the right to authorize the reproduction of the work citing the author with the words "Taken from Umoristi a Marostica", without any payment. The "Gruppo Grafico Marosticense" is not responsible for transport damages.
12.The participation in the contest implies the complete acceptance of all the conditions and rules from the author.
TIMETABLE UMORISTI A MAROSTICA 2012
THEME: TRAVELS
Deadline: January 25, 2012
Jury meeting: February 11-12, 2012
Opening and prize distribution: April 14, 2012
Exhibition: April 14 - May 27, 2012.
Entry Form on sources: fanofunny & umoristiamarostica

Results 1st International Contest for Social Illustration 2011, Argentina

Winners for 1IS11
More than 300 works in competition, 115 illustrators, 38 countries represented on 5 continents. The 1st International Contest for Social Illustration exceeded our expectations. Works of outstanding quality gave to the Jury a really task to decide.
Finally, November 15th held the opening of the Exhibition and the Awards of 1IS11 at the Grand Hotel Bariloche. It unveiled the 3 selected works and Special Mentions.
The Winners:
- 1st Place Titled: "Rich and Poor" Ferreol Murillo - Costa Rica (Above)
- 2nd Place Titled: "Survival is Being Challenged" Chen Yong An - China
- 3rd Place Titled: "Dead Silence" Diego Martinez – Argentina
Special Mentions:
- 我 的 家庭 (漫画) Li Xiaoyang - China
- "Human Rights" Medi Belortaja - Albania
- "Solidiarty & the cooperatin" Said Baraka – Sudan
Exhibition:
The first Social Illustration Exhibition is being held in the city of St. C. Bariloche - Patagonia - Argentina, at the Grand Hotel Bariloche (Mitre 408). We invite you to visit. Admission is free.
Catalog:
From the Collective Fuseres.Org as 1IS11 organizers! We are working on a Digital Catalogue of the exhibition.
Thanks to all those involved for making this possible!
See all winning cartoons on source:
http://www.fuseres.org/nuntius/imago/112-winners-for-1is11.html

Winners in the 1st International Cartoon Contest “Brain Sneezing” 2011

Results International Cartoon Contest “Brain Sneezing” 2011, Prešov - Slovakia
618 artworks by 198 authors from 44 states came to organizers of the competition.
Theme: Ideal and Idealism
Jury: Henryk Cebula (Poland), Miroslav Cipár (Slovakia), Ivan Hanousek (Czech Rep), Peter Kocák (Slovakia), Fedor Vico (Slovakia).
Jury meeting: 10 - 11 November 2011
WINNERS:

First Prize: Trayko Popov, Bulgaria, 500 €

Second Prize: Bobiša Todorovič, Serbia, 300 €

Third Prize: Carlos David Fuentes Hierrezuelo, Cuba, 200 €
Honorary Prize: Ľubomír Kotrha, Slovakia
Honorary Prize: Jana Adamovič, Serbia
Honorable Mention: Peter Sedlák, Slovakia
Honorable Mention: Václav Linek, Czech Rep
Honorable Mention: Ilja Katz, Israel
Honorable Mention: Vasile Pascuta, Romania
Honorable Mention: Veselin Zidarov, Bulgaria
Honorable Mention: Katarzyna Pertykowska, Poland.
In Presov on 11. 11. 2011, the report of the jury meeting above is signed by Henryk Cebula, chair of the jury; Ladislav Kišeľák, project manager; Peter Rázus, professional sponsor.
(This report from: Ivan Hanousek; E-GAG 2011-46).

Panel meeting & exhibition in Ankara on November 18, 2011: Turkish-Greek Neighbourhood with Cartoons

Happy Birthday cartoon from Jordan Pop-Iliev, Rep. Macedonia

Dear friend Jordan Pop-Iliev, the Macedonian cartoonist, sends me this cartoon for my birthday. I'd like to share the great gag here. Many thanks Jordan and my best wishes, too.

Jiří Srna, PF 2012

Anton Emdin Cartoonist Of The Year

It was more a ‘gales’ evening in the laughter sense than a ‘gala’ one last night as Australia’s premier cartoonists turned out in Sydney for the Australian Cartoonists' Association’s 27th Annual Stanley Awards for excellence in cartooning.
Taking out the Gold Stanley for Cartoonist of the Year was Anton Emdin, the relative newcomer who has risen swiftly and dramatically within the industry, securing the bronze Stanley for Best Illustrator for the third year running before garnering the coveted Gold. Beating out other such luminaries as Andrew Weldon (freelance cartoonist) and former Gold Stanley recipients David Pope (editorial cartoonist for The Canberra Times), David Rowe (editorial cartoonist for Australian Financial Review), Mark Knight (editorial cartoonist for The Herald Sun) and Peter Broelman (editorial cartoonist for APN and Fairfax regional newspapers) Emdin was notably astounded by his win.
“I never even dreamed I could win this. It’s been a very surreal year for me. I’m incredibly grateful. Thank you,” he managed to say, his emotions clearly evident.
Emdin turned heads in May this year when he was the first Australian to win a Reuben Award from the National Cartoonists Society in the US. Working as a freelancer from Sydney, Emdin has worked for numerous publications including MAD and closer to home, The Spectator.
After being handed the award from legendary political cartoonist and Hollywood designer Ron Cobb, Emdin also thanked his wife Ash and his children before thanking his fellow cartoonists in the Australian Cartoonists' Association.
“It’s a great association. I’m so thankful to be a part of it and to be a part of this great industry,” he said, before rejoining his beaming wife.
Other recipients of the five remaining bronze Stanleys were David Rowe (Best Caricaturist), Andrew Weldon (Best Single Gag Cartoonist), David Follett (Best Comic Book Artist), Tony Lopes (Best Comic Strip Artist) and David Pope (Best Editorial/Political Cartoonist).
The Jim Russell Award, a special award for contribution to cartooning, was also presented to former Stanley and Gold Stanley winner Rolf Heimann for his years of service in forging cartooning relationships with foreign countries.
Heimann, an author and illustrator of numerous children’s books, spoke briefly of his love of cartooning and the bonds it can create between nations divided by language.
The Awards night was the culmination of a two-day annual Conference which saw demonstrations, panels and talks from a variety of cartoonists, including iconic artist Reg Mombassa.
(This report from ACA, the Australian Cartoonists' Association.)

4th International Fadjr Cartoon & Caricature Contest 2012, Iran

The 4th International Fadjr Cartoon & Caricature Contest-2012
Sections & Subjects:
Thematic Cartoon: Nation's Awareness
Cartoon: Free
Caricature: Free
Regulation:
- Each participant can send maximum 5 artworks in each Section.
- Sending (Name, family name, post address, Email address and Telephone)
of artists just by word file is necessary.
- The catalogue will be send to the entire artist
that their artworks published in the catalogue.
- Artworks must be in 200 dpi by width or length
of 2000 pixel by jpg format.
- Subject of [Fadjr] must be mentioned in the send Email.
Prizes:
Thematic Section Prize: 15000 Euro, Honorable mention & Trophy.
Three 2000 Euro Prizes for Cartoon (Free), Honorable mention & Trophy.
Three 2000 Euro Prizes for Caricature (Free), Honorable mention & Trophy.
Deadline:15th January, 2012
Address for sending artworks: Info@irancartoon.com
(Source: irancartoon)