The International Humor Exhibition in Bordighera was the first conference of authors of drawings and books dedicated to humor and still remains today in Europe one of the main cultural reference points in the sector.
The site therefore presents a part of the thousands of works received over the span of over fifty years. It is divided into annual "Editions" each containing, in addition to the most relevant drawings, the list of winners for drawing and humorous literature, the major awards awarded, news and testimonials of interest. An effective engine facilitates the search by author or keyword.
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Lorenzo Vannini attended the International School of Comix in Florence and subsequently followed a satirical illustration course at the L.A.B.A. (Free Academy of Fine Arts), under the teaching of Lido Contemori. In 2006 he won the first prize at the International Review of Humor and Satire in Dolo and subsequently created personal exhibitions at the Puccini Theater in Florence, La Palazzina in Forte Belvedere, La Limonaia in Villa Strozzi and the Historic Literary Caffe Le Giubbe Rosse; he [...]
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I have many good memories, starting from the first evening, in 1975, when I arrived at Chez Louis as a twenty-year-old designer, without knowing anyone yet, and was immediately welcomed by the veterans with great cordiality. Cesare Perfetto himself introduced me to some designers, both Italian and foreign, with whom I quickly became friends, so much so that some played an important role in my professional experience. It was the beginning of a beautiful and great adventure that would mark the path of my life.
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The event could not have lasted for over fifty years without the contribution of numerous "volunteers" and "precepts" who brought enthusiasm and desire to do whatever the task received, with nineteenth-century shifts! From the choice of the drawings, to the preparation of the panels (always the same every year), to the posting with various pins of the hundreds of drawings up to the presence on stage.
We therefore want to thank, in absolutely no order but with equal contributions, all those who come to mind, apologizing if we miss some, but we are ready to fix it!
Sponsors: Agnesi, Olio Calvi, Olio Carli, Pallanca, Martini & Rossi, Atkinsons, Seat - Pagine Gialle, Fiat, Citizen, La Stampa, Radio Montecarlo, etc.
The accommodation activities, Chez Louis, Bar GP, La Vecchia, Mino du Re Dolceacqua, Terme di Pigna, Ristorante Cacciatori Imperia, Hotel Michelin,
Presenters: Luisella Berrino, Cesare Viazzi, Roberto Basso (Rama di Palma d'Oro 1985)
The employees of the Autonomous Tourist Board and of the Municipality of Bordighera