International Forum of Visual Humour KARIKATURUM – 4

Russian version

The Surgut Fine Arts Museum invites all artists irrespective of age and nationality to take part in the International Forum of Visual Humour KARIKATURUM – 4.

Topic: THE CHOICE

Every day makes us face a choice: from banal presents, future beloved wives and husbands, honey-mouthed deputies, captivating professions to… And not only our present sentiments, but the whole of our future life may depend on the fidelity of this choice.

Time constraints:
1. The deadline for entry is the 1st of September 2007.
2. Action period of the Jury is 10-12 of September 2007.
3. Opening of the Exhibition and the Rewarding Ceremony will be on the 12th of June 2008. The exhibition will be open till October 2008.

Primary prizes:
Grand Prix – the “Diamond Ushanka” – 3000 euro
The “Golden Ushanka” Prize – 2000 euro
The “Silver Ushanka” Prize – 1000 euro
The “Bronze Ushanka” Prize – 500 euro

Special Prizes:
The Prize by Department of Culture, Youth Policy and Sports – 500 euro
The Prize by the Surgut Fine Arts Museum – 300 euro
Three special prizes – each worth 100 euro
All prize-winners will receive diplomas.
According to legislation of Russian Federation prize money are taxable.

The Jury:
Yury Kosobukin (Ukraine), Branko Najhold (Serbia), Viktor Bogorad (Russia), Mikhail Zlatkovsky (Russia), Rudy Gheysens (Belgium), Vladimir Stepanov (Russia), Svetlana Kruglova (Russia).

Special conditions:
· The organizes of the Forum provide the Primary Prize-Winners for trip to Surgut for the Rewarding Ceremony and back, and accommodation in Surgut.
· All participants are invited to the Opening of the Exhibition (trip and accommodation are at the expense of the participants).
· A catalogue will be issued as a result of the Forum. All the cartoonists whose works will be selected for the catalogue will receive a catalogue.
· The organizes and the sponsors of the Forum can institute some more special prizes after having received all the works. Entries:
· Only original works either new or having partaken in other competitions participate in the competition. The jury will not reward the cartoons which have won prizes in other competitions and Festivals. Creations sent by e-mail will not be accepted.
· Any style and technique is available.
· Size: from A4 (210х297) to A2 (420×590).
· Each cartoonist can submit a max of 5 original works.
· The works must be carefully packed up. All postal costs are borne by the participants. The Forum has no responsibility for any eventual damage during the sending of the works.
· The Form of the participant must be filled in with block letters. The works without the filled Form of the participant will not be accepted to the competition. On the back of each work the following information must appear: name of the author, address, telephone/fax number, e-mail, technique and materials used.
· Submitted cartoons will not be returned and will stay in the collection of the Surgut Fine Arts Museum. The works can be exhibited in the halls of the Surgut Fine Arts Museum, other galleries to discretion of the Museum. The works may be displayed at the Museum website.
· The organizers keep the right to publish and replicate the cartoons in the promotional pack of the Forum for promotional purposes of the Forum without feeing. The organizers promise to name the author and the county in all publications.
· All works are copyright. Each author is responsible of his own creation, the copyright of the eventual texts, titles and images belong to the creators.
· By submitting the works, the author accepts the rules and regulations of the Contest.

Contact us:
Tel./fax: +7 (3462) 51-68-16, 51-68-08, 51-68-12
E-mail: karikaturum@ramler.ru

KARIKATURUM – 4
International Forum of Visual Humour
The Surgut Fine Arts Museum,
21/2, 30 Let Pobedy Str.,
Surgut, Tyumen region, Russia, 628403

Click here for entry form

The International Cartoon Festival "SMILEANAPA".

Administration of the city-resort Anapa and archaeological museum-reserve "Georgippy" announces about realization of the international Cartoon Festival "SMILEANAPA".

Festival ""SMILEANAPA" will take place in the city-resort Anapa from August 20 till September 20, 2007.

THEMES OF THE FESTIVAL: REST BY THE SEA, ARCHAEOLOGY.

PRIZES OF THE FESTIVAL:
The first premium – 20000 rub. and " Gold keg " (20 liters of elite anapas wine).
The second premium – 15000 rub. and " Silver keg " (15 liters of elite anapas wine).
The third premium – 10000 rub. and " Bronze keg " (10 liters of elite anapas wine).
There are also five special prizes from the organizers and sponsors of the festival.

THE REQUIREMENTS TO WORK: Only the original pieces of designed for any engineering and manner of performance are supposed to participate the competitive program of the festival.
FORMAT OF CARICATURES: А4 (210 Х 297 mm.)
QUANTITY OF PIECES OF: is not limited.
Deadline for entries: July 31, 2007.
All sent caricatures will not be returned and can be used by the organizers in the advertising purposes. According to the jury the best works and spectators will be included in the catalogue of the festival and will make an exposition of the Museum of caricature.

THE ADDRESS OF A FESTIVAL:
"SMILEANAPA"
General post-office, box 14,
Anapa,
Krasnodarsky region,
RUSSIA 353440

WE WISH YOU GOOD LUCK!

ANAPA -is the best resort on the Russian coast of the Black sea. The unique combination of the ecologically pure sea, perfect beaches and natural reserves promotes perfect improving rest. resting at the sea is always new impressions, acquaintance and adventure. The Rest at the sea includes beach games and entertainments, windsurfing and diving, romantic meetings and good mood!

GEORGIPPY is an archaeological museum – reserve, created in a place of excavation of ancient city, which excited about 2500 back. Till nowadays archaeologists find the certificates of antique culture: amphora, ornament and statuette of the gods in territory of the modern Anapa. It is possible to see subjects of crafts, sarcophaguses and ancient frescos devoted to feats of Hercules in the museum.

The 2^nd International Cartoon Contest
-Funny Hi-Tech in Art- 

Prestigio starts series of artistic contests in 2007 with cartoon contest. Contest will be open to cartoonists from around the globe, from all backgrounds, ages and levels of experience The 2^nd International Cartoon Contest is opened with theme �Funny Hi-Tech in Art�. Smile opens doors and hearts. If you can see funny in everyday life, your world is full with warmth and colors. Prestigio offers you to show computer world in the light of fun. But the main rule is contest�s cartoon have to be drawn in high artistic level that can be determined as ART. Contest is opened for people from all countries and all ages.  

Terms

• Contest term: 19 February � 1 April, 2007

• Submission deadline: 24 March

• Voting via website: 25 � 29 March

• Announcement of the results: 1 April

Any author can submit either a digital or a print version of the artwork.

27th International Nasreddin Hodja Cartoon Contest

THE CONDITIONS
a) The contest is open to all cartoonists all over the world.
b) The cartoonists are free to participate with already published works as long as these works have not previously been awarded in any other contest.
c) The theme of the cartoons is free for the participants to decide.
d) The participants may send only one work.
e) The dimensions of works should not exceed 30 x 40 cm and only originals are accepted.
f) Name, surname, address, phone number and country of origin of the participant should be written on the back of his/her work. And also a short CV of the participant should be attached.
g) The works must reach the organizing association not later than  16th July  2007.
h) The results will be announced on 1st August 2007.
i) The participating cartoons will be kept at the Cartoon and Humour Museum of Istanbul by the Association of Cartoonists.
j) The participating cartoons will be put into album. The cartoons for the album and the exhibition will be selected by a jury. An album will be sent to the cartoonists whose piece of work are exhibited and published in the album.
k) The participating works will be exhibited first in Istanbul then the big cities of Turkey such as Ankara, İzmir, Adana and Antalya.
l) Participants are considered to have accepted all the conditions. 
 
The Prizes
a) Grand Prize: 3.000 $
b) Honour Prizes: 4 Honour Prizes, each 750 $
Special Prizes: Special Prizes offered by various establishments, associations, newspapers, art magazines, syndicates and agencies
Special Prizes of the Association of Cartoonists
 
Address:
27th International Nasreddin Hodja Cartoon Contest
Karikat�rc�ler Derneği, Alemdar Caddesi,
Yerebatan Sarnıcı �ıkışı Sultanahmet 34122 İstanbul / TURKEY

Tel: +90 (212) 513 60 61
Tel: +90 (212) 519 90 21
Fax: +90 (212) 527 26 18
WEB: www.karikaturculerdernegi.org
E-mail: info@karikaturculerdernegi.org

The Novye Izvestiya International Cartoon Contest

To celebrate its tenth anniversary the national daily newspaper �Novye Izvestiya� is announcing a new international cartoon contest.

Contest rules and regulations:

– The theme of the contest is �We don�t see the world in black and white.�
(This slogan is a longstanding motto of our newspaper)
– Everybody can participate in the contest.
– Originals and high quality copies are accepted.
– Any technique is accepted including the digital art.
– The size should not exceed A3 format (297×420 mm.)
– Published works, works exhibited before, and award-winning works are accepted. However the jury will give preference to new works.
– Submissions by e-mail are not accepted.
– The deadline is September 1st 2007.
– Entries should be addressed to:
�Novye Izvestiya�,
33 Elektrozavodskaya st.,
Moscow, 107076, Russia

Prizes:

– Grand Prize � 3000 US Dollars
– Three equal Prizes � 500 US Dollars each
– Ten Honorary Diplomas
Prizes are subject to tax withholding in accordance with RF laws.

The catalog with 100 best works will be printed after the selection is complete.
The exhibition will be held in the �Novye Izvestiya� editorial office and in the Central House of Artist in November of 2007.

Jury chairman – Mikhail Zlatkovsky, President of Russian Cartoonists� Union, Vice-President of FECO (Federation of Cartoonists� Organisations), the Novye Izvestiya political commentator-artist.

The Contest Organizers reserve to themselves the right to use the works without any compensation. The entries will not be returned.
 Web site: http://www.newizv.ru/zlatkovsky/pic/?picture=53

RULES
Themes: Firemen

Entries:
1 – Each cartoonist can submit a max of (3) original works (black & white or colored). Works made by computer, or photocopies will be accepted;
2 – Size: strictly A4 (21X 29.7)
3 – Deadline: November 1st, 2007
4 – On the back of each work the following information should appear:
First name – surname – address – tel & fax – e-mail �
5 – The works will be displayed at Infos-Matin website:
www.infos-matin.fr
or may be used for promotional purposes; cards, posters, newspapers, catalogs, books, etc. Participants are considered to have accepted all the conditions and are aware that their submitted works may be reprinted and used without permission.
6 – All the cartoonists whose works will be selected for the exhibition will receive a catalogue
7 – The jury will not reward the cartoons submitted to other festivals. The prize winners will be informed by mail. And the results will be declared on November 2007
8 – Frequency: Annual
9 – PRIZES:
Golden prize������.150 Euros
Silver prize������ 100 Euros
Bronze prize�����. 50 Euros
And 20 selected works will be awarded.( Album)
10 – By submitting the works, the author accepts the rules and regulations of the Contest and the decisions of the Jury.

Contact:
infosdumatin@lavache.com
Infos-Matin
www.infos-matin.fr

All works should be sent to:
Y Delpech ,
17 voie ancienne poste
 30400 Villeneuve les Avignon
 France

Entry Details

What is a �Caretoon�:
It is an original cartoon that reflects a positive theme. The theme for 2007 is Anti-Violence.

Who should enter:
The Caretoon Contest is open to anyone interested in participating.
All ages and levels of artistic ability are invited to submit an entry(ies).

Deadline for entries: December 31, 2007

Judging:
Entries will be judged in two categories: Adults (age 18 or older) and Students (under age 18)
Caretoons will be judged by a panel of professional cartoonists, educators, Museum staff and others.
Entries will be judged on creativity, originality and message. All judges� decisions are final.

Prizes:
A $1000. prize will be awarded in each of the two categories.

How to create a Caretoon:
A Caretoon must be your original creation.
Caretoons featuring copyrighted or pre-designed clip art or other images are not acceptable.
You can create your Caretoon freehand or electronically.
Caretoons may be created in black & white or in color.
Caretoons must include a graphic; text is optional.
Each Caretoon must be presented on a separate 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper.
Caretoons may be any size provided they fit on an 8.5 x 11 sheet.

How to enter the contest:
There are no entry fees; no purchases of any kind are required.
Print out and complete a Caretoon entry form from www.libertymuseum.org.
There is no limit to the number of Caretoons you may submit.
Print your name on every Caretoon exactly how it appears on your entry form.
If you are submitting your Caretooon(s) via email, attach your entry form
and each Caretoon in jpeg format: must be 300 dpi; no larger than 8.5 x 11.

How to submit your entry:
Caretoons may be submitted by mail, in-person, or by email.
Mail to: Caretoon Contest, National Liberty Museum, 321 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19106
In Person: Bring your Caretoon & Entry Form to the Museum. Hours are 10am-5pm, Tuesday �Sunday.
The Museum is open 7-days a week during the summer months. You will receive FREE admission if you bring an original Caretoon. Note: Free admission does not apply to guided group tours.
Email: Caretoons@libertymuseum.org

Usage rights:
Caretoons will not be returned to their creator. The Museum reserves the right to display and/or publish any and all Caretoon entries. The creator will be credited for the work wherever his or her Caretoon appears. All entrants receive free membership to the National Liberty Museum and copies of any publication in which their Caretoon appears.
Located just steps away from
the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall at 321 Chestnut Street,
 Philadelphia, PA 19106
USA
Ph: 215-925-2800 Fax: 215-925-3800
www.libertymuseum.org

Entry form

Who should enter:
The Caretoon Contest is open to anyone interested in participating.
All ages and levels of artistic ability are invited to submit an entry(ies).

Deadline for entries: December 31, 2007

Judging:
Entries will be judged in two categories: Adults (age 18 or older) and Students (under age 18)
Caretoons will be judged by a panel of professional cartoonists, educators, Museum staff and others.
Entries will be judged on creativity, originality and message. All judges� decisions are final.

Prizes:
A $1000. prize will be awarded in each of the two categories.

How to create a Caretoon:
A Caretoon must be your original creation.
Caretoons featuring copyrighted or pre-designed clip art or other images are not acceptable.
You can create your Caretoon freehand or electronically.
Caretoons may be created in black & white or in color.
Caretoons must include a graphic; text is optional.
Each Caretoon must be presented on a separate 8.5 x 11 sheet of paper.
Caretoons may be any size provided they fit on an 8.5 x 11 sheet.

How to enter the contest:
There are no entry fees; no purchases of any kind are required.
Print out and complete a Caretoon entry form from www.libertymuseum.org.
There is no limit to the number of Caretoons you may submit.
Print your name on every Caretoon exactly how it appears on your entry form.
If you are submitting your Caretooon(s) via email, attach your entry form
and each Caretoon in jpeg format: must be 300 dpi; no larger than 8.5 x 11.

How to submit your entry:
Caretoons may be submitted by mail, in-person, or by email.
Mail to: Caretoon Contest, National Liberty Museum, 321 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA 19106
In Person: Bring your Caretoon & Entry Form to the Museum. Hours are 10am-5pm, Tuesday �Sunday.
The Museum is open 7-days a week during the summer months. You will receive FREE admission if you bring an original Caretoon. Note: Free admission does not apply to guided group tours.
Email: Caretoons@libertymuseum.org

Usage rights:
Caretoons will not be returned to their creator. The Museum reserves the right to display and/or publish any and all Caretoon entries. The creator will be credited for the work wherever his or her Caretoon appears. All entrants receive free membership to the National Liberty Museum and copies of any publication in which their Caretoon appears.
Located just steps away from
the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall at 321 Chestnut Street,
 Philadelphia, PA 19106
USA
Ph: 215-925-2800 Fax: 215-925-3800
www.libertymuseum.org

Entry form