Illustrator leslie helakoski doing an art demo and book showcase in the scbwi booth at the bologna book fair. The exhibit has been curated by the fair since 1967. Bologna illustrators exhibition 2017 italian trade. Bolognafiere bologna childrens book fair has opened in 2018 a new important chapter of its international activities becoming coorganizer of the china shanghai international childrens book fair ccbf, the only book fair in asia pacific fully dedicated to books and other contents for children. But what about the perceptions of those whom we visit. Venues include museums, art galleries and major libraries. In order to be eligible for this wonderful benefit only available to our members, members should have their membership uptodate and write scbwi member next to their name on the package you should mail your entry in time for it to arrive in bologna.
Now regularly held in japan and china, the exhibition subsequently moves on each year to other countries as new projects develop. Bologna childrens book fair announces 2020 exhibition. Switzerland is the host country of the 2019 bologna childrens book fair, and swiss illustrators and picture books will be in the spotlight. A special exhibition, featuring the original works of. The department of culture and tourism abu dhabi has postponed the 30th edition of abu dhabi international book fair, which was scheduled to take place on 15 until 21 april 2020, at the abu dhabi national exhibition center, until 23 to 29 may 2021. A twoyear tour of the 2020 bologna childrens book fair exhibition of illustrations is to follow its initial show in march and april. Childrens books, illustration and multimedia content. Created by the bologna childrens book fair in 1967, the bologna illustrators exhibition offers an overview of the latest trends in the field of childrens illustrations. The 2016 international illustration prize at bologna childrens book fair video by publivideo2 link with the photogallery on bcbf web site. A highlight of the timehonored gathering of childrens publishers in bologna, italy, the illustrators annual juried every year from the finest art at the showcelebrates debut and storied talent from around the world. Illustrators bologna childrens book fair bologna fiere.
Since 1967, the illustrators exhibition within the bologna childrens book fair presents the works of the illustrators selected by the jury which. Bologna childrens book fair 2016 the 2016 international. Even though the scbwi stand wont be back at the bologna book fair until 2018 we are there every other year, illustrators can still submit their work to the 2017 bologna book fair illustrators exhibition. Launched in 1967, the exhibition displays a wide selection of artists from different countries offering young emerging talents tangible professional opportunities.
Scbwi bologna book fair 2016 illustrators gallery the. As a selftaught illustrator, the fair was a great opportunity to get professional feedback and find out if im good enough. There were 506 entries submitted and from these our three illustrious judges have chosen these 43 finalists. Even my initial impressions on the book fair are lengthy, but i will try to be as concise as possible. Whether you opt for the gourmet gallery, a joint stand or a single title exhibition here you will find all the possibilities for presenting your content beyond the. The bologna children s book fair is an industry leading event that has succeeded in bringing together a unique and diverse global audience thanks to over 50 years experience.
Bologna childrens book fair 2021 bologna event info and. The collective gallery area gives illustrators and publishers a space to meet, network and for new and exciting projects to be commissioned. The illustrators survival corner, with its rich programme of activities, has been created by bolognafiere with the collaboration of mimaster illustration milan, an international provider of training for illustrators. Calling illustrators of all ages from tomorrow, september 1st, youll be welcome to submit your artworks to access the selection of the 2018 illustrators exhibition. The bologna illustrators exhibition, a cornerstone feature of the bologna childrens book fair, this year celebrates its 50th anniversary. For more than half a century bologna children s book fair has been the main location, on a global level, in which to learn about the latest trends in illustration and to discover new talents. The overall winner and 2 runnersup were announced at the scbwi winter conference in new york. A beginners guide to the bologna childrens book fair by. A showcase for the latest trends in illustration and talent spotting, the illustrators exhibition was launched in 1967, a few years after the bologna childrens book fair first opened. In addition to the rights platform, the bologna childrens book fair will offer expanded content on its own online website, including a virtual stage for webinars, interviews, book trailers and a.
The 2020 cover was made by the iranian artist hassan mousavi, winner of the 2019 bib biennial of illustration. For the 2018 edition in bologna there was the selection for the illustrators exhibition of bologna childrens book fair 2018. First among these is the illustrators exhibition, which has been curated by the. Switzerland is the guest of honour at the 2019 bologna childrens book fair, and swiss illustrators and picture books will be in the spotlight. Illustrators exhibition deadline october 4 th back in may we told you to be on the lookout for information on how to enter the 2018 illustrators exhibition of the bologna childrens book fair, so you may have seen already that they announced the call for submissions on their facebook post where you can follow the links, or follow. And dont forget to see the comprehensive list of blog posts at cynsations all to do with scbwi at the 2018 bologna book fair. The aims of the illustrators exhibition, staged as part of the bologna childrens book fair, organized by bolognafiere s. Selected illustrations are published in the illustrators annual shared with exhibitors at the fair and publishers across the globe. A highlight of the timehonored gathering of childrens publishers in bologna, italy, the illustrators annualjuried every year from the finest art at the showcelebrates debut and storied talent from around the world, the talent that engages a whole new generation of booklovers. Unlike the sectorspecialist public at bologna childrens book fair, visitors to the itinerant exhibition will be primarily children, with their families or on school visits, who will be able to enjoy the vibrant energy and imaginative force of the illustrations on display. For more than half a century the childrens book fair has been the main. She was of course referencing the stone statue in the middle of town, however i long felt this way about ever getting to see the famous childrens book fair.
The illustrators exhibition is a showcase for the latest trends in illustration and talent spotting new artists held during the bologna children s book fair. A key opportunity for bologna university students and graduates to meet with the business world. Over 20 thousand m2 of exhibition space, 1200 exhibitors from over 75. The illustrators survival corner is a programme featuring interactive workshops and seminars exclusively designed for illustrators, picture book editors and anyone professionally interested in the fascinating world of illustrated childrens books. Picturebook experts curate 100 international titles for.
In the a swiss abc exhibition, illustrations by 26 artists will be shown. Bologna childrens book fair, from the 3rd to the 6th april 2017, is preparing its 54th. Publishers and illustrators from around the world put the fair on their agenda every year and attend, among other events, bcbfs illustrators exhibition, the popularillustration for children. October 4 included, the last day to ship your illustrations and flood the offices of the bologna childrens book fair. The bologna illustration gallery is big and it returns for 2018. A bologna local assured me that, it will happen when galvani turns the page. I got back from my first trip to bologna and the bologna childrens book fair on thursday afternoon. For the last 54 th edition of the bologna childrens book fair the illustrators survival centre, a new space in which illustrators can discuss and share their experiences, successes and questions about the profession, has been set up. From the fair, the exhibition will then continue on a world tour that in the next two years will take it to several countries. It is also a place where novices and seasoned professionals of the visual communication world can share experiences, successes and concerns.
The 2020 illustrators annual collects the illustrations of the 76 artists 75 works, one twohanded work selected and exhibited during the 57th edition of bologna childrens book fair. Since 1967, the illustrators exhibition within the bologna childrens book fair presents the works of the illustrators selected by the jury which consists of five international experts two publishers and three illustrators or teachers of illustration. Created by the bologna childrens book fair in 1967, the bologna illustrators exhibition offers illustrators from all over the world a unique opportunity to display their talent to key players in the sector who come to bologna every year for the most important trade show for the exchange of. Scbwi members have an extended deadline to submit their work for this exhibition. Significant space and priority is given to the professional category of illustrators, who can find at the fair in. Registration is now closed for the 2018 big gallery but the winner and shortlist page is separately listed on the menu to the right and here. Illustrators annual 2016 bologna childrens book fair on. The overall winner will be announced at the scbwi booth during the duelling illustrators sessions at the bologna book fair after which it will be updated here. A head of this years bologna children s book fair march 30 to april 2, organizers have named 76 artists selected for the main exhibition, which dominates the central floor of the sprawling show each year. So, here you had it my guide to the bologna childrens book fair. For more than half a century bologna childrens book fair has been the main location, on a global level. Scbwi illustrators show your work at the bologna book fair. Scbwi is proud to present a gallery of images by our illustrator members as part of the 2016 scbwi bologna showcase. Sam mccullen united kingdom sam mccullen is the cofounder and managing director of dpictus.
The best of italy and most recently,the childrenspectators competition. Launched in 1967, the exhibition displays a wide selection of artists from different countries offering young. Images of the 55th bologna childrens book fair, from the service center, with localinternational authorities and guests, already full of illustrations and. The illustrators exhibition will take place during the 57th bologna childrens book fair from 4 to 7 may 2020. The illustrators exhibition bologna childrens book fair. The bologna illustrators exhibition celebrates its 50th.
The illustrators survival corner, with its rich programme of activities, has been created by bolognafiere with the collaboration of mimaster illustration milan, an international provider of training for illustrators, and with the support of fabriano. Significant space and priority is given to the professional category of illustrators, who can find at the fair in bologna and during the international tour during the months that follow, support and encouragement to develop their work. I suppose im a bit of a bologna book fair veteran by now, having attended five times, but its been six years since my last visit, a long gap in. Shortlist of bologna illustrators exhibition 2018 released. If youre a writer or illustrator of childrens books, you may have heard about the bologna childrens book fair bcbf on facebook that takes place each spring in bologna, italy. Exhibition conference of stationerystationery sector for officeschoolfantasy products for large italian and foreign buyers. Each year about 3,000 illustrators from more than 70 countries submit five pieces with original artwork. During the bologna book fair these manuscripts will be read aloud, while amazing illustrators will interpret the text in minutes. Significant space and priority is given to the professional category of illustrators, who can find at the fair in bologna and during the international tour during the months that follow, support and encouragement to develop their work and opportunities to meet with other operators in the publishing. My trip to bologna and most importantly the bologna book fair.
Scbwi bologna book fair the illustrators exhibition. The illustrators exhibition is a showcase for the latest trends in illustration and talent spotting new artists held during the bologna childrens book fair. Illustration feature the bologna book fair 2018 words. The exhibition in the world bologna children bookfair. The exhibition displays a wide selection of artists from different countries forming a unique showcase for. This glorious compendium can be read cover to cover or browsed through at random. Ars in fabula higher education institute directly involved with childrens books has joined forces with the bologna children s book fair to create the ars in fabula grant award for a postgraduate illustration course.
Bologna childrens book fair wall street international magazine. Scbwi bologna book fair duelling illustrators manuscript. The result is the worlds premium exchange hub when it comes to publishing which also extends to current multimedia and licensing businesses for childrens stories, illustration, animation and related areas. Bologna childrens book fair announces 2020 exhibition illustrators.
Individual illustrators or groups of illustrators of any nationality, provided they were born prior to 31st december 1996, whose artwork is intended for use in childrens books, are eligible to enter the exhibition, either. The illustrator we have chosen is the lithuanian rasa janciauskaite. I hope this post has inspired you to visit the fair because i cant recommend enough. Scbwi submit art to the bologna book fair illustrators. The illustrators exhibition is a showcase for the latest trends in illustration and talent spotting new artists held during bologna children s book fair. Bologna 2018 walking around bologna 2018 a publishers dinner bologna 2018 was for illustrators. The bologna childrens book fair illustrators exhibition is an. The bologna childrens book fair illustrators exhibition is an international showcase on display throughout the fair. Bologna childrens book fair encourages international dialogue and collaboration, and provides an excellent atmosphere for meetings.