🇲🇰 The organizing committee of the 58th World Gallery of Cartoons in Skopje has officially announced the members of its international jury panel.
🌍 Bringing together respected figures from the world of cartoons, this esteemed panel faces the exciting challenge of choosing the most creative, insightful, and entertaining works submitted by cartoonists worldwide.
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| Izabela KOWALSKA -WIECZOREK, Poland |
Illustrator and cartoonist, educated at the Academy of Fine Arts in Wrocław, known for her extensive work in children’s book illustration and international cartoon exhibitions. Since 2013, she has gained significant recognition in the global cartoon scene, earning over 130 awards and serving as a juror in numerous international competitions.
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| Kornelija KONESKA, N. Macedonia |
🇲🇰 Kornelija KONESKA, N. Macedonia
CEO of OSTEN ART Skopje is a cultural manager and curator deeply involved in the world of cartoons, leading the renowned World Gallery of Cartoons. With over 20 years of experience, she organizes international cartoon events, curates exhibitions, and edits numerous publications dedicated to cartoon and visual art.
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| Santosh PALIWAL, India |
🇮🇳 Santosh PALIWAL, India
Freelance artist, cartoonist, and satirical writer based in New Delhi, whose work has been widely published and exhibited in over 20 countries. Active since the early 2000s, he has received international recognition through exhibitions, collaborations, and affiliations with global satire organizations, alongside numerous publications and honors in the art and cartooning field.
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| Talal NAYER, Sudan |
🇸🇩 Talal NAYER, Sudan
Political cartoonist, illustrator, and writer with over two decades of experience, whose work spans editorial satire, historical illustration, and multimedia projects across international publications. He has held key roles in cartoonist organizations, received multiple international awards, and continues to develop major biographical works, including published and upcoming illustrated books.
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| Antonio LEMOS, Uruguay-Australia |
🇺🇾🇦🇺 Antonio LEMOS, Uruguay/Australia
Illustrator who began his career in Montevideo’s El Día newspaper before relocating to Australia in 1981, where he has continued his artistic practice. Known for his long-standing work as a cover artist for The Phantom and contributions to art education, his career spans decades of illustration, teaching, and international commissions.
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