8th Biennale “Humour & Vigne” 2008 JONZAC – France

What is the meaning of « Humour & Vigne »

To what does « Vigne » refer ?
« Humour & Vigne » is the name of the biennial festival and its organising association. In choosing the word « vigne » (both vine and vineyard) rather than « vin » (wine) the organisers offer artists a broader spectrum of choice which could include, for example : the plant, the stock, the leaves, the grapes, the grape juice and of course the wine ! Numerous other products such as Cognac, Pineau des Charentes, Champagne etc… without forgetting the vineyard and the men who cultivate and plant the vines on their own very particular soil. Again the cellars, the distillery, the barrels, the bottles and the glasses for the joy of tasting. In short, we could decline over several pages the list of concepts that cover the word « vigne ».
Cartoons and the vine both facilitate an exchange which goes beyond the barriers of language adding to the pleasure and well being of all peoples.
What is the biennial festival ?
Since 1994, held every two years in the summer, the festival of Jonzac has gained international renown. The programme includes exhibitions, spectacles, and humorous entertainements. The festival welcomes artists and supports regional and international links. The event gives the opportunity to publish a catalogue, a poster and humorous wine labels. Every festival keeps a general theme of « Humour & Vigne » and every time proposes a unique subject : Cognac en 1996, Earth and Sea in 1998, Millennium Merriment in 2000, the Kitchen in 2002, Art in 2004, Sport in 2006 and Love in 2008 (Guest of honour will be Bridenne)
Who is concerned ?
In 2006, 275 cartoonists (numbering amongst them some famous names and many members of FECO) from over forty countries, submitted about 700 artworks half of which were selected for inclusion in the exhibition. About 20 cartoonists, a dozen of performance artists, thirty or more organising volunteers and sixty supporters and sponsors were present. All the above contributed to the success of the event, as did the 35.000 (approx) visitors who attended the exhibition in Jonzac and others towns in France.
Where and when is it ?
In Jonzac town of water and of Pineau situated between Cognac and Bordeaux. From 21th June to 15th July 2008. Inauguration and celebration Saturday 28th June 2008.
In brief
« Humour & Vigne » has no other ambition than to unite the talents of cartoonists worldwide around a theme generous in its interpretation A small festival in a small town with a small budget but a high investment from volunteers creating bonhomie between the invited artists participants and organisers.
The organising committee of “Humour & Vigne”

REGULATION FOR CARTOON COMPETITION

NAME : 8th Biennale “Humour & Vigne” 2008 JONZAC – France

THEME : “Humour and Vine in love”

DEADLINE : 1st April 2008

PRIZES: In kind, above all, of a liquid kind, complementary money prizes, special invitations and awards. Special mentions: diplomas.
– All artists whose work is selected for inclusion in the exhibition will receive a free copy of the biennale catalogue.

PARTICIPANTS : Artist from all countries, all ages and both sexes.

ENTRIES : Number of cartoons : maximum 3.
– Format minimum A4 (210x297mm) maximum A3 (420x297mm).
– Original works : yes – digital artwork : yes
NEW also: high–quality copies : yes
– This works are accepted if signed by the author
On the back of each piece of work should be written in CAPITAL LETTERS : – The family name : first name, (pseudonym) and address of the artist
– NEW the title or the number 1,2,3.
– A short biography, photo or self portrait may also be included
– Enclose the complete entry form. (Available from the 1st of December 2007 on the website http://www.humouretvigne.fr.st If you will receive the regulation and entry form for this competition send us your e-mail adress to borislam@club-internet.fr

RETURN OF ORIGINAL WORKS: Should participants require their work to be returned after the event, this must be indicated on the entry form.

DONATION: We are constituting a permanent collection for the promotion of our biennale. If you accept to offer your works please note it on the entry form.

EXHIBITION: from 21 th to 15 th July 2008
Venue – Cloître des Carmes, JONZAC, Charente Maritime, FRANCE.
Saturday 28 June – inauguration – announcement of winners, presentation of prizes.
The exhibition will travel to other French towns.

ARTIST’S RIGHTS: The organisers reserve the right to use artist work for the promotion of the artist and the “Humour & Vine” event without financial reward. All others rights remain property of the artist.

ADRESS ENTRIES TO :
Humour & Vigne
BP 43
17502, JONZAC CEDEX , FRANCE

e-mail: borislam@club-internet.fr
www.humouretvigne.fr.st
or www.chez.com/vignumour02
Entry form and French version: http://www.cartoonblues.com/Contests/Humour_plaquette_2008.pdf

Ken Sprague Fund. INTERNATIONAL POLITICAL CARTOON COMPETITION 2008

1.The competition is open to cartoonists from all nations.

2. A first prize of £500, a second prize of £300 and a third prize of £200 will be awarded for the best cartoons, this year on the theme of climate change and other threats to the environment, under the title Earthworks 2008.

3. The jury, made up of leading cartoonists and well-known personalities, will be looking for clarity of message, cartooning skill and satirical humour. (Jury memebrs to be announced towards the end of 2007)

4. To qualify, cartoons can be submitted in electronic format (good resolution) or, preferably, as original works. Cartoons short listed for a prize and subsequent exhibition will be notified by the organisers, and their authors will receive honorary diplomas.

5. Cartoons with text and/or captions not in English should (if possible) be accompanied by a translation. It would also be useful to have some idea of the situation being addressed by the cartoon if it refers to a specific social or political event/situation which may not be universally understood.

6. Each entry must be signed by the artist and accompanied by an address and contact details.

7. Entries to reach the organisers by June 1st 2008.

8. The results of the competition will be announced on July 1st 2008.

9. An exhibition of the best of the submissions will be organised in London and the prize-winning cartoons will be published in the Morning Star newspaper and other journals.

10. Unless the submitting cartoonist stipulates otherwise, following the judging, the cartoons will become the copyright of the Ken Sprague Fund and the Fund will have the right to offer submitted cartoons for sale/exhibition and publication. Any proceeds from these, less a small commission and transfer fees, will be paid to the originating artist.

11. The organisers undertake to give due credit to the artists and ensure they receive any royalties/payments that may accrue as a result of the competition.

12. The first ten cartoons will be displayed on our website for a period of 12 months and later will become part of the page’s competition archive, accessible to visitors.

13. Artists submitting cartoons will automatically agree to abide by the above rules.

14. Address to send submissions (originals or in electronic form):

Ken Sprague Fund
Cartoon Competition 2008
11 Dorset Road
Ealing
London W5 4HU
United Kingdom

or per email: comp2008@kenspraguefund.org

http://www.kenspraguefund.org/competition.html

11th George Van Raemdonck cartooncontest 2008.

REGULATIONS

1. This cartooncontest is op to everybody. The participants are expected to adknowledge the regulations and commit themselves to accept its conditions and clauses as well as the jury’s resolutions.

2. THEME: TASTE.
Actions, persons and events must be depict in a humorous and artistic way without text or subtitles. There are nog restrictions concerning colour or technique.

3. The drawings must be original and never before have been published or exhibited. There are no restrictions about the number of cartoons.

4. ENTRY.
The drawings must be sent solidly packed, not folded or rolled up, at the expenses of the subscriber, to :

Ronald Vanoystaeyen
Vremdesesteenweg 92
B 2530 Boechout
België

Deadline: august 9, 2008.

5. SIZE:
The size of the drawings must be 21 x 30 cm (A4). Name, chistian name and address must be written on the back of each drawing. Please write ont the package “Sample without Value” to save customs expenses.

6. PRIZES.
1. xxxxxx eur: prize George Van Raemdonck, given by the village council of Boechout.
2. xxxxxx eur: prize of the cultural council of Boechout.
3. xxxxxx eur: prize Zeppo bvba for the best participant -25 year.
4. xxxxxx eur: prize Davidsfonds Boechout-Vremde for the best Flemish participant.
5. xxxxxx eur: prize International Humour in Art vzw.
6. xxxxxx eur: prize of the visitors of the exhibition(s).

…. possible other prizes….

7. By taking part, all participants give the organizers the right to publish the cartoons in newspapers or magazines only for the purpose of promoting the contest. The participants give the organizers permission to show the selected works in a travelling exhibition.

8. The prize exhibits will become the property of the organizers. The selected participants will receive a free catalogue. Only o explicit request will remaining works be returned to the owners at the expenses of the organizers, who can not be held responsable for any loss of or damage to returned works. The organisers will transfer works, of which the sending back is not asked, to the European Cartoon Center in Kruishoutem to be part of its permanent collection.

9. INSURANCE AND SELLING CONDITIONS.
All works are insured during the period of the exhibition(s). The works are insured for the value mentioned on the form of tender, if no value mentioned, the works will be insured at the value of 10 (ten) Euro. Exhibiting works, if wished by the participants, can be sold to interested parties. The selling price is equal to the stated insurance value, minus 20 % administration costs for the organizers. The pruchased works can only be obtained at the end of the exhibition(s).

10. EXHIBITION.
Opening on Friday the 3rd of October 2008 at the village library, Jef Van Hoofplein 20, Boechout, Belgium. The exhibition is open to the public from Saturday October 4 till Saturday November 10, 2008, during the openinghours of the Library.

11. The jury selects the prize-winners and the cartoons for the exhibition.

12. Biographical data, in the possession of the organizers, will be exhibited in the exhibitionhall. Add these data, shown on the form of tender, to your entry.

Entry form: http://www.iha.be/cms/default2.asp?active_page_id=84