=06 August 2024 =

13. International Eskisehir Cartoon Festival ‘HUMAN IS THE BRIDGE / TURKEY 2024

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Theme:

Human is the bridge

be “Human is the bridge”. We aim to address the engagement of people to each other,

solidarity, unity and integrity of humanity with the power of expression of caricature.

The metaphor of “human is the bridge”, which is distilled through the ancient

wisdom of humanity, offers us a unique perspective to understand our existence and

our role in society. This analogy emphasises that, just as a bridge connects two sides,

human being is a path that brings different areas and elements together, connects,

integrates and, most importantly, transfers human values to the next generations.

Bridges and humans share the mission of uniting the separated areas. Bridges

create a path that connects lands by overcoming natural barriers such as rivers, cliffs, or

seas. Similarly, humans become a generational bridge, transmitting knowledge,

experience, and human values, thus forming a passage across the flowing river of time.

Just as a bridge is built on solid foundations, a person goes through a process of

constructing its own existence as well. This process begins with being born from parents

and continues through growing up as part of a society, developing physically and

mentally, and emerging with a resilient inner structure capable of facing life’s

challenges. This inner strength helps individuals contribute to society as valuable

members and realize their potential. Just as the solid foundations of a bridge determine

its carrying capacity, this inner structure, characterized by confidence, action

motivation, values, and moral principles, provides stability, consistency, and reliability

to our lives.

The most fundamental task of human is not only to build his own existence, but also

to build bridges that will contribute to making society a better place. This involves

becoming a path that conveys one’s own experiences. These bridges can be built

through studies in education, art, science, philosophy and other fields, and through the

spirit of solidarity and cooperation created in society. In order to see the presence of

values such as generosity, justice, self-confidence, love, respect, etc. in future

generations, the bridge must have a solid structure so that it can fulfil its duty of

transferring these values. In this way, just as a solid and aesthetic bridge beautifies a

city and makes it more livable, people can contribute to the development and progress

of society and make it a better place.

The metaphor “Human is the bridge” inspires us not only to understand our

existence and our role in society, but also to develop ourselves, contribute to society

and build a better world. This metaphor reminds us of our individual and social

responsibility and encourages us to connect with each other, show solidarity and act

together. It is important in the sense that each of us, as a carrier of this bridge, bears

the responsibility to build a fairer, more peaceful and more livable world.

Conditions:

 -Technique is free. It can be black white or coloured

-Size is A4 or A3. Cartoons with sizes other than these will be evaluated but not be exhibited

-One or more than one cartoon can be sent

-The works that will be sent via e-mail should be scanned with 300 dpi resolution and uploaded as JPEG format

-(2 MB max.)

-Names of the works should be as follows: the

artists country_name and surname of the artist_work no.jpeg (türkiye_alikorkmaz_1)

Deadline:

01 September 2024

Address for sending artworks:

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