The iJungle Illustration Awards is an international illustration competition based in Europe, recognized for showcasing outstanding creativity and artistic excellence. Celebrating diverse visual narratives, the awards invite talented illustrators, students, agencies, and teachers from around the globe to submit their original work across multiple compelling categories, including Book, Editorial, Comics, Commercial, New Talent (Student), and Self-Promotion. Each year, a carefully selected jury of renowned illustrators, art directors, and industry experts evaluates submissions, spotlighting exceptional talent and innovation within the dynamic field of contemporary illustration.
Winning the iJungle Illustration Awards provides illustrators with significant international exposure, as selected works are prominently featured in an exclusive annual digital gallery and widely circulated e-book. This digital publication is strategically distributed to influential art directors, publishers, agencies, and design studios worldwide, significantly boosting the visibility of participants and offering unique networking opportunities. This exposure positions the awarded illustrators advantageously within the competitive creative industries, facilitating professional collaborations and career advancement.
The competition stands out not only for its commitment to creative excellence but also for its dedication to fostering emerging talent. Through its New Talent (Student) category, iJungle actively supports the next generation of illustrators by providing a platform for students and recent graduates to showcase their potential to influential industry leaders. By participating in the iJungle Illustration Awards, illustrators join a vibrant community of creative professionals, gaining recognition, inspiration, and invaluable opportunities to advance their artistic careers in the global illustration marketplace.
Entry fee: €25 for a single‑image or student entry (up to five uploads) and €48 for a multiple‑image entry (up to five).
Eligibility
Open to illustration works from any country created or published between 2021 and 2025, with a limit of five submissions per illustrator; entries from Russians residing in Russia are excluded due to European sanctions.
Prize
The competition awards a “Best of the Best” prize of €2,500, chosen from among the gold‑medal winners, while each additional gold‑medalist receives €500; winners also receive certificates, featured interviews, social media promotion, inclusion in the annual e‑book sent to art directors worldwide, and exhibition in an online gallery, with total prize value reaching approximately €5,000.
