World Illustration Awards 2025: Entries Now Open!
The Association of Illustrators (AOI), in collaboration with the USA-based Directory of Illustration, is thrilled to announce that the World Illustration Awards (WIA) 2025 are officially open for entries! This globally recognized competition is a celebration of creativity, diversity, and the power of illustration.
Important Dates to Remember:
- Early Bird Discount: Save 10% – 30% on entry fees until 7 January 2025.
- Final Entry Deadline: Submit your work by 11 February 2025 for a chance to be seen and celebrated worldwide.
Why Enter the WIA 2025?
The World Illustration Awards is a premier platform showcasing exceptional work by illustrators from across the globe. Celebrating its 10th year, WIA connects illustrators with their peers and the industry, providing unparalleled opportunities for visibility and growth.
As Joanne Young, a shortlisted illustrator for WIA 2024, puts it:
“I am so excited to have my work viewed amongst such an incredible group of illustrators. The WIA champions all their selected artists, and you really feel like you are part of something special.”
What’s in It for Illustrators?
- Visibility: Gain exposure to an international audience of clients, commissioners, and industry professionals.
- Promotion: Showcase your work on WIA’s highly-followed Instagram (@worldillustrationawards) and on the AOI’s website.
- Networking: Build connections within the global illustration community.
- Recognition: Be celebrated as part of a prestigious cohort of illustrators.
Key Sponsors and Highlights
This year’s Awards include sponsorships from industry leaders:
- London Book Fair for the Book Covers category.
- Rebelle for the Publishing category.
- Procreate for the Editorial category.
The Awards year includes a series of exciting milestones:
- May: Announcement of 500 longlisted projects.
- July: Launch of 200 shortlisted projects on the AOI website.
- September: Winners announced, with one New Talent and one Professional Overall winner receiving cash prizes and a feature on the AOI website.
Judging and Categories
Entries are judged by a panel of esteemed professionals from the global illustration industry, ensuring a rigorous and fair selection process. The ten categories reflect industry trends and showcase both established and emerging talents.
Illustrators, whether working individually, as collectives, or as part of teams (commissioners, agents, or tutors), are invited to submit work created, commissioned, or published since 1 January 2024.
How to Enter
Visit the AOI website to explore details about:
- The 10 Award categories.
- Sponsors and prizes.
- Submission guidelines and entry requirements.
Don’t miss your chance to be part of this vibrant celebration of illustration. Submit your entries before the 11 February 2025 deadline and join the global community of illustrators shaping the future of visual storytelling!
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