21st Caratinga International Humor Salon 2026 Opens for Entries

The 21st Caratinga International Humor Salon has opened its international call for entries, inviting cartoonists and caricaturists from around the world to participate in its 2026 edition. Organised by the Caratinga Cultural Station with the support of Caratinga City Hall, the Brazilian event will accept submissions from August 1 to September 20, 2026. The competitive exhibition will be held in Caratinga, in the Brazilian state of Minas Gerais, from October 19 to 25, 2026.

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36th International Festival “Humor at… Gura Humorului” Concludes; Winners and Official Catalog Released

The 36th International Festival of Satirical Graphics and Humorous Literature “Humor at… Gura Humorului” has officially concluded following its 2026 edition held in Romania on 24–25 July 2026. Recognized as one of Romania’s long-running international humor events, the festival once again brought together cartoonists, illustrators, and writers from around the world to celebrate satire, editorial cartooning, and humorous literature. The competition featured works from numerous countries, reflecting a wide range of artistic styles and perspectives.

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New Constellations | Editorial Cartoon by Feridun Demir

What if today’s constellations were no longer made of stars? “New Constellations” is a visual satire on the digital age, where social media has become part of the way we see the world.

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Indigo Design Award 2027 Opens for Entries: International Design Competition Deadline Set for January 31

The Indigo Design Award 2027 is now accepting submissions from design agencies, freelance designers, and students worldwide. Celebrating excellence in graphic design, branding, digital design, UX/UI, packaging, illustration, and design for social change, the international competition provides creative professionals with a platform to present their work to an experienced global jury. The regular submission deadline is January 31, 2027. An Early Bird period offering a 15% discount will remain open until September 30, 2026, followed by an Extended Early Bird period with a 10% discount until November 30, 2026.

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Syrian Cartoon Launches a New Publishing Era

After more than 21 years of publishing under the name RaedCartoon, the team has launched a new website titled Syrian Cartoon. Built around the principle, “Our goal is not to publish every story, but to publish the stories that truly matter,” the platform will feature important news, outstanding artworks, exhibitions, and notable events from the fields of cartoon and visual arts.

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AI Company Sued Over Alleged Commercial Use of Viral Cartoon as Advertising Template

Filipino cartoonist Elmer Saflor, better known online as Superelmer, has filed a copyright infringement lawsuit in the United States, alleging that his internationally recognized comic Running Away Balloon was used without permission as a commercial advertising template by an AI-powered meme platform. According to the complaint filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California, Memes Apps LLC, the company behind Memes.ai and Memes AI Studio, made Saflor's comic available to paying subscribers as one of the editable templates for generating advertisements.

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The Global Memory of the Line – 4 | Puck and the Colourful Stage of American Political Satire

How Joseph Keppler, chromolithography and large double-page cartoons transformed American politics into a vivid theatre of monopolies, party bosses and presidential ambition. This article is the fourth part of “The Global Memory of the Line,” a series exploring the historical development of cartoon and satire magazines around the world. On 23 January 1889, the United States Senate appeared in Puck…

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The finalists for the 2026 Mike Wieringo Comic Book Industry Awards, widely known as the Ringo Awards, have been announced.

According to the official Ringo Awards website, nine creators are included in the final ballot for the Best Cartoonist (Writer and Artist) category: Caroline Cash Scott Chantler Anders Nilsen Ben Passmore Tiffany Petitt Mimi Pond Craig Thompson Paige Walshe Ben Wickey The official ballot lists the nominees alphabetically and does not associate the Best Cartoonist nominations with specific books or publications.

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Cartoonist and Illustrator Alper Ocak Passes Away

Alper Ocak, one of the respected figures of Türkiye’s cartoon and humor scene, passed away on July 30, 2026. Working across a wide range of creative disciplines as a cartoonist, illustrator, graphic artist, animator, and 3D modeller, Ocak’s death caused great sadness among his family, friends, colleagues, and readers. According to information shared within the Turkish humor community, he died after suffering a heart attack.

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“Flight of Butterflies” International Cartoon Exhibition 2026 Opens Call for Entries

The “Flight of Butterflies” International Cartoon Exhibition 2026, to be held in Shiraz, Iran, has announced an international call for cartoonists in both professional and children’s categories. The exhibition focuses on the human cost of war, particularly its impact on children, students and teachers. Its central themes refer to the deadly attack on the Shajareh Tayyebeh school in Minab and the broader subject of…

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“Call for Iran” International Cartoon Humor Exhibition Opens in Slovakia

The international cartoon humor exhibition “Call for Iran” will open on August 1, 2026, at Chyž – Center of Independent Culture in Spišská Nová Ves, Slovakia. Presented as part of the Living Statues cultural event, the exhibition brings together works by cartoonists from Iran and several other countries. The collection examines the human consequences of geopolitical tension through satire, dark humor and powerful visual metaphors.

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International Jury Announced for the 11th Animalcartoon Contest 2026 in Belgrade

The international jury of the 11th International Contest Animalcartoon 2026 has been officially announced. The competition, held in Belgrade, Serbia, will bring together a distinguished panel of cartoonists, journalists and writers from Egypt and Serbia. Egyptian cartoonist Fawzy Morsy, President of FECO Egypt, will chair this year’s jury. He will be joined by leading representatives of Serbia’s cartoon, media and literary communities.

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Winners Announced for the 33rd International Cartoon Award Competition “Risto Pejatović”

The winners of the 33rd International Cartoon Award Competition “Risto Pejatović” have been announced following another highly successful international edition of the event. This year’s competition was dedicated to the theme “Mining,” inviting cartoonists from around the world to examine the profession, working conditions, environmental concerns, and the wider impact of mining on contemporary society through humor, satire, and artistic expression.

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International Virtual Cartoon Exhibition 2026: “Handala Never Dies”

Cartoon Home Network International (CHNI) has announced an international open call for the “Handala Never Dies” International Virtual Cartoon Exhibition 2026, organized to commemorate the 39th anniversary of the death of Palestinian cartoonist Naji Al-Ali. The virtual exhibition invites cartoonists and visual artists from around the world to submit works honoring the artistic and intellectual legacy of Naji Al-Ali and the enduring significance of his iconic character, Handala.

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Philip Colbert Opens His First UK Museum Exhibition in Woking

Scottish-born pop artist Philip Colbert has opened his first museum exhibition in the United Kingdom at The Lightbox Gallery & Museum in Woking, Surrey. Known internationally for his cartoon-inspired red lobster character, Colbert has brought together 26 paintings and sculptures for the exhibition. At its centre is The Lost Gardens of Lobsteropolis, the largest painting the artist has created to date.

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The Global Memory of the Line – 3

Simplicissimus and German Graphic Modernism How a red bulldog, bold colour and a generation of artists transformed political satire into one of the defining visual languages of modern Germany. This article is the third part of “The Global Memory of the Line,” a series exploring the historical development of cartoon and satire magazines around the world. In 1896, a red bulldog appeared in Munich.

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Egyptian Cartoonist Ashraf Omar Marks Two Years in Detention as International Organizations Renew Call for His Release

Egyptian editorial cartoonist Ashraf Omar has now spent two years in detention, prompting a renewed international campaign demanding his immediate and unconditional release. A coalition of leading press freedom, human rights, and cartooning organizations has issued a joint statement urging Egyptian authorities to end what they describe as his arbitrary detention and to uphold fundamental rights to freedom of expression.

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SPIE International Day of Light Photo Contest 2026 Opens for Entries

The SPIE International Day of Light Photo Contest 2026 is now accepting submissions from photographers around the world. Organized by SPIE, the international society for optics and photonics, the competition celebrates the International Day of Light by encouraging photographers to explore the impact of light on our lives, communities, nature, science, and technology. The contest is free to enter and welcomes both amateur and professional photographers aged 18 and over.

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18th International Tourism Cartoon Competition 2026 Opens for Entries in Turkey

The 18th International Tourism Cartoon Competition has officially opened for entries, inviting amateur and professional cartoonists from around the world to participate in its 2026 edition. This year’s competition celebrates the theme “Being a Tourist in Cappadocia”, encouraging artists to capture one of Türkiye’s most iconic travel destinations through the universal language of cartoon art. Held annually, the competition highlights tourism, culture, and travel through humorous illustration while bringing together artists from different countries.

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The Global Memory of the Line – 2 | Punch and the Institutionalisation of British Humour

How Punch, or the London Charivari transformed cartooning into a lasting British institution—and gave the modern editorial cartoon its name. This article is the second part of “The Global Memory of the Line,” a series exploring the historical development of cartoon and satire magazines around the world. In July 1843, ragged men, women and children appeared in the pages of a young London humour magazine.

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Aydın Doğan International Cartoon Competition’s 40-Year Legacy Goes Digital

The 40-year journey of the Aydın Doğan International Cartoon Competition is being presented to art lovers through the special digital exhibition “Forty Years in Cartoons, One World.” In today’s world, where increasing polarization, prejudices and restrictions on freedom of expression prevail, tolerance, dialogue and pluralism have become more essential than ever. Cartoon art provides a universal language of communication, enabling diverse viewpoints to be expressed peacefully through the power of humor.

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FECONEWS Magazine No. 89 Released — FECO Launches International Call for Issue No. 90

The Federation of Cartoonists Organisations (FECO) has officially released FECONEWS Magazine No. 89, continuing its long-standing tradition of documenting major events, exhibitions, competitions, and developments from the international cartoon community. Recognized as one of the world’s leading publications dedicated to cartoons, caricature, comics, and graphic humor, FECONEWS brings together news and contributions from FECO member organizations across the globe.

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Chasing the Trend

Everyone follows the same hashtag to be seen, yet no one stops to ask where it is leading them. Joining the crowd is easy. Looking up from the screen often happens only when the edge is already underfoot. ✍️ Cartoon by Feridun Demir

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Sony Future Filmmaker Awards 2027 Opens for Entries with New Immersive and Vertical Film Categories

The Sony Future Filmmaker Awards 2027, established by Creo and sponsored by Sony, has officially opened for entries, inviting filmmakers from around the world to submit their short films free of charge. Now in its fifth edition, the international program continues to support emerging talent by combining prestigious awards with an exclusive professional development experience at Sony Pictures Studios…

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23rd International Comics and Cartoon Festival Prizren 2026 Opens for Entries

The 23rd International Comics and Cartoon Festival Prizren has announced its international open call for the 2026 edition, inviting cartoonists and comic artists from around the world to submit their work. Organized by the Comics and Cartoon Artists Association “Xhennet Comics”, the festival will take place in October 2026 in Prizren, Kosovo. Competition Themes Artists may participate with works based on either of the following themes:

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NCS Cartoonist Showcase to Bring Leading Cartoonists to Columbus on August 8

The National Cartoonists Society will bring together some of the most celebrated names in comics and graphic novels at the NCS Cartoonist Showcase, taking place in Columbus, Ohio, on Saturday, August 8, 2026. Hosted by the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum and the Wexner Center for the Arts, the public event is being organized in collaboration with the National Cartoonists Society, Scholastic’s Graphix imprint and Cartoon Crossroads Columbus.

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The Shadow of Addiction

Breaking a cigarette is easy; seeing the system that produces, markets and normalizes it is much harder. Addiction may appear individual, but its shadow is far greater. ✍️ Cartoon by Feridun Demir

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What Will Become of David Fitzsimmons’ 10,000 Original Cartoons?

American editorial cartoonist David W. Fitzsimmons says his attempt to donate more than 10,000 original cartoons and decades of personal archival material to the University of Arizona has been blocked for seven years by licensing conditions imposed by his former employer, Lee Enterprises. In a personal essay published on July 18, 2026, Fitzsimmons described an extensive collection that remains scattered throughout his home, stored in closets, a shed and boxes kept beneath an open carport.

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17th ICMA Content Marketing Award 2026 Opens for International Entries

The 17th ICMA Content Marketing Award 2026 is now accepting international entries from creative professionals, agencies, companies and organisations working across corporate media, editorial design and visual communication. Organised by the International Editorial Design & Research Forum, the ICMA recognises outstanding work in content marketing across print, digital, motion, multimedia and campaign-based formats. The competition places particular emphasis on design and production quality, originality, innovation and effective communication.

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CHNI MAG Issue No. 2 Prepares to Confront Football, War and FIFA’s Double Standards

Cartoon Home Network International has announced the upcoming publication of CHNI MAG – Issue No. 2, a new edition combining political cartooning, dark humour and visual criticism of contemporary global issues. The cover artwork, created by Palestinian artist Kivara Ammar, presents a skull breaking through the net of a football goal. The image transforms the familiar symbolism of the World Cup into a disturbing visual statement about war victims, institutional silence and the perceived contradictions between FIFA’s public slogans and its actions.

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