Hiii Illustration 2025, the 13th edition of the Hiii Illustration International Awards is now open for entries.
The competition is open for entries worldwide to illustrators, creative agencies, teachers, and students. It aims to discover outstanding illustration talents, recognize exceptional works, and promote the development of the illustration industry.
In 2025, the 13th Hiii Illustration International Awards introduces for the first time two distinct sections: “Specific Theme” and “Free Theme“.
The Specific Theme section adopts “Symphony of Life” as its creative theme, encouraging illustrators to present visual expressions of diversity, inclusion, and harmonious coexistence. This section features a total prize pool of RMB ¥60,000.
Submitted works must revolve around the theme “Symphony of Life” and must be created between 1st January 2025, and 31st March 2026.
The Free Theme section continues the previous framework, covering the main application fields of illustration, encompassing the following five categories:
- Commercial
- Publishing
- Children’s Book
- Uncommissioned
- Animation
The 13th edition features a jury composed of seven internationally top-tier illustrators. The selection process will undergo three rounds of rigorous review, culminating in the final selection and recognition of winning works in both the Specific Theme and Free Theme sections.
Works must be original content that has not been commercially applied or put into production.
Please check the official website for further information.
Awards
- GWM Illustration Award (3): RMB ¥15,000 per piece
- Merit Award (3): RMB ¥2,000 per piece
- Most Popular Award (1): RMB ¥1,000 per piece
- Shortlist (8): RMB ¥1,000 per piece
Hiii Illustration International Awards 2025 – Entry Fees
- Specific Theme
- Entire Process is Free of Charge
- Free Theme
- First Round: Complimentary
- Second Round: Priced at a fee
- Single Entry $20
- Series Entry $40
- Children’s Book $60
- Animation $80