By: Fawzy Morsy
The organizers of the Animal Cartoon International Competition have announced the jury lineup for its 10th edition in 2025, which comes this year with a distinguished international character, renowned Polish cartoonist Izabela Kowalska-Wieczorek has been appointed as head of the jury, an appointment that reinforces the contest's position as a leading global platform in the field of cartoon art.
👩🎨 Izabela: A European Brush Leading with Poetic Vision
Izabela holds a prestigious place in the European art scene. Her works are marked by a deep philosophical touch and offer a rich visual experience that goes beyond form to explore humanistic and contemplative meaning. Her selection as head of the jury reflects the competition’s commitment to embracing diverse artistic schools and elevating the evaluation process with both critical depth and aesthetic sensitivity.
🐦 "Birds" .. A Symbol of Humanity and Art
This
year’s theme, “BIRDS,” carries powerful symbolic meanings, freedom,
migration, transformation, observation, and ecology, offering artists the
opportunity to explore contemporary human concerns through the visual
metaphor of the bird.
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| The Jury |
🌍 A Diverse Jury of Esteemed Professionals
The jury includes a distinguished group of experts in the field of cartooning, such as:
🇷🇸 Špiro Radulović, cartoonist, manager – Serbia.
🇷🇸 Slavoljub Kačarević, journalist – Serbia.
🇷🇸 Tošo Borković, cartoonist – Serbia.
🇷🇸 Jovo Škomac, cartoonist, webmaster – Serbia.
🇷🇸 Nikola Kostandinović, cartoonist – Serbia.
🇷🇸 Milomir Đukanović, writer – Serbia.
🇷🇸 Vanja Bulić, journalist, writer – Serbia.
Each member brings a unique critical perspective, contributing to a fair and professional evaluation process.
🖼️ Permanent Exhibition at Belgrade Zoo
The winning artworks will be featured in a permanent exhibition at the Belgrade Zoo, offering participating artists a unique chance to reach a wide and diverse audience in an open, interactive setting that connects art, nature, and environmental awareness.
🎯 Open Call for Participation
This competition is a unique opportunity for artists worldwide to showcase their creative voices in a refined artistic and humanistic context, contributing to a visual dialogue about the evolving relationship between humans and other creatures .. 🔗 Click here for full contest details and participation info.