📍 In a world searching for calm amidst chaos, the 10th International Cartoon Contest has offered a gentle artistic gesture, an olive branch in ink, the newly released official catalog brings together a vibrant mosaic of satirical artworks from across the globe, curated during the 2021 edition held in Kyrenia, Cyprus, as part of the renowned International Olive Festival.
🌿 The Olive Tree as a Symbol of Peace
More than just a thematic anchor, the olive tree in this contest becomes a universal metaphor, a tree that grows between conflict and hope. Through powerful lines, subtle metaphors, and visual wit, artists reflect on the fragility of peace, the resilience of nature, and the shared human longing for harmony.
✏️ A Global Voice in Lines and Laughter
This commemorative catalog features a diverse range of works submitted by cartoonists from around the world, split between two main sections—Olive-Themed Works and Free Theme, the entries span multiple styles and narratives, from minimalist reflections to complex visual storytelling. Each page offers a new window into how humor can speak softly yet profoundly.
📚 More Than a Catalog.. A Cultural Testament
The catalog of the 10th International Cartoon Contest stands as a visual archive of peaceful resistance and creative thought, where satire becomes a language of unity, it’s not only a celebration of talent but also a mirror of the times we live in captured through cartoons that whisper, provoke, and inspire.