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Celsys and Pixiv Present the 7th Global Comic Awards

In an exciting celebration of artistry, Celsys, alongside the prominent publishing platform Pixiv, announced the winners of the 7th Global Comic Awards on July 6th. Encompassing over 1 million users across 240 countries, this esteemed contest drew in more than 1,100 diverse entries from around the globe, all centered around the theme of 'Journey.'

The Global Comic Awards serves as an international platform, co-hosted with various comic-creating entities worldwide, providing creators with opportunities to showcase their work and learn new skills in expression and techniques. The contest aims to connect creators with major media outlets like Jump TOON and KADOKAWA, fostering valuable networking opportunities for participants.

This Year’s Highlights

The standout submission for the Grand Prize comes from the talented artist Lilywiu, with their exceptional work titled 'The Long Sleep.' The judges, who include seasoned comic professionals, provided insightful critiques to the winners, along with prizes such as monetary rewards and licenses for CLIP STUDIO PAINT, Celsys’s flagship creator tool.

Guest Judges:
This year, the judging panel featured notable guest artists like Ann Maulina, an acclaimed comic artist known for her collaborations with DC Comics and Marvel, and Nina Vakueva, an indie artist recognized for her stunning comic illustrations and animation visual development.

Ann Maulina, originally from Indonesia, has an impressive portfolio with original comics like 'Raruurien,' which has garnered several accolades including those from the Japanese International Manga Awards. Check out her works on her website Ann Maulina.

Similarly, Nina Vakueva is making strides with her reboot of the webcomic 'Lilith's Word,' having graduated from the Moscow Architectural Institute and worked with various prominent studios. Her work can be explored further on her portfolio Nina Vakueva.

Looking Ahead

Celsys continues to strive to foster the global creator economy by collaborating with a range of content platforms and major media. The company aims to provide more opportunities for aspiring creators to present their projects and make their debut in the comic industry. As cited in their mission, Celsys supports a diverse array of activities across the 'CREATOR JOURNEY,' helping to create a more colorful world connected by individual creativity.

To explore the results of the 7th Global Comic Awards, visit Pixiv’s official contest page.

About Celsys and Pixiv

CLIP STUDIO PAINT is a powerful painting application developed by Celsys, creating seamless environments for illustration, comics, and animation creation. Benefiting from over thirty years of dedicated R&D, CLIP STUDIO PAINT has gained over 60 million users globally, with an emphasis on serving professional creators and hobbyists alike across eleven languages. More information can be found on their official website.

Pixiv is a social networking service for creators focusing on artwork communication. Launched in September 2007, it has attracted over 100 million users, allowing artistic sharing and engagement to thrive. Learn more about its features on Pixiv’s official site.

Celsys remains committed to expanding the creator economy by offering tools and platforms that cultivate creativity, enhancing the journey of every artist around the globe.