Taiwan/ Bologna 30: Illustrators Exhibition
Since Hsu Su-hsia’s Water Buffalo and Straw Man became the first Taiwanese work selected for the Bologna Children’s Book Fair Illustrators Exhibition in 1989 30 years ago, a total of 43 Taiwanese illustrators were nominated 61 times, showing the country’s spirit in the art of illustration. With such an impressive track record, this exhibition aims to honor the works nominated over the past three decades.
While looking back on the past year’s changes, we are also looking ahead to future possibilities. Mimicking the idea of the gallery, the spatial layout and atmosphere of the venue is expected to transport visitors right into the future.
This pavilion is consisted of three main parts: 30 Taiwan Illustrators in Bologna, Recommended Books by Bologna-nominated Illustrators, the Best Non-fiction Books from the BolognaRagazzi Award, and the Illustrator's corner.
30 Taiwan Illustrators in Bologna
Celebrating 30 years of brilliance at the Bologna event, this showcase brings together over 230 works by 35 illustrators nominated to the Illustrators Exhibition 1989-2018. The collection highlights the vision, style, and philosophy delineated by the illustrators, bringing out the diversity of art and creativity in their nominated works.
Recommended Books by Bologna-nominated Illustrators
This section showcases 60 published books and original works by Bologna-nominated illustrators. The selection comprises newly published children’s books, illustrative works, as well as pamphlets and portfolios printed by the artists themselves.
The diverse range of illustrated works presented in this exhibition tell stories across different age groups. They are testament to not only the rich reserve of Taiwan illustration art but also the passion and professionalism of these artists.
Best Non-fiction Books from the BolognaRagazzi Award: Reading and Learning
The BolognaRagazzi Award is one of the most prestigious prizes in the world of children’s publishing over the last 50 years. It acknowledges and celebrates publishing excellence in terms of graphic style, innovative format, artistic strength, balance and with voice for young readers to engage in. Topics exhibited in this area include nature, animals, art, politics, migrant, and women etc.