MAIN THEME: Dreams / Challenges (Hopes / Achievements)

Dreams and challenges are intrinsic parts of the human journey. The fulfillment of dreams often involves overcoming obstacles. The pursuit of personal and professional goals frequently encounters situations requiring grit, ambition, and resilience. Life under pressure—with its uncertainties and constant changes—demands adaptability and persistence, turning challenges into opportunities for growth.

KEY DATES

• Submission Period: August 1st to September 30th, 2025

• Exhibition: October 21–26, 2025

ORGANIZATION

• Organizer: Estação Cultural de Caratinga

• Support: Municipality of Caratinga (Prefeitura de Caratinga)

CATEGORIES – 20th Humor Salon

Artists may submit one (1) original and unpublished work per category.

1. Cartoon – Theme: Dreams / Challenges (Hopes / Achievements)

2. Comic Strips / Comics (Tiras / HQs) – Same theme
   (Text in Portuguese or no text; Max. 1 page)

3. Caricature – Free theme (Vertical format)

4. Tribute Caricature – Honoring Eugênio Maria Gomes, writer from Caratinga (Vertical format)

5th Jal & Gual Festival – Special Segment

Also open for participation with one (1) work per category:

1. Caricature: “Cartoonists of Brazil” (Vertical format)

2. Tribute Caricature: EDRA – Celebrating 45 years of work and 20 editions of the Caratinga Salon (Vertical format)

ELIGIBILITY

• Open to artists of any nationality, amateurs or professionals, aged 18 and older.

• All works must be original and unpublished.

• Previously awarded works (before the submission deadline) are not eligible.

SUBMISSION GUIDELINES

• Submit digital files in A3 format / JPG / 300 DPI to:
  📧 salaodehumordecaratinga@gmail.com

• All works (for all categories the artist enters) must be sent in a single email, along with the following information:

  • Full Name

  • Artistic Name

  • Address

  • CPF / RG (or passport if international)

  • Phone number

TECHNICAL DETAILS

• Size: 30 x 40 cm

• Technique: Free

• Printed works on A3 coated paper (couchê) are accepted

• Artificial Intelligence (AI) usage is strictly prohibited

AWARDS

• Cash Prizes:
  🏆 R$ 500.00 BRL for the 1st place winner in each of the 6 categories
  💰 Total: R$ 3,000.00 BRL
  (Awarded by the Municipality of Caratinga)
  🔸 Note: International participants must provide bank details of an agency located in Brazil

• Trophies: for the top 3 in each category

• Certificates: for the 3 Honorable Mentions in each category

• Only one award per artist per category will be granted. If duplicate awards occur, the prize will go to the next highest-scoring artist.

• Additional prizes and mentions may be granted at the discretion of the Organizing Committee.

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