Attracted by the remarkable multiculturalism, cultural richness, and conducive environment for captivating narratives, abundant lives, and eclectic experiences, we naturally chose the City of Renens as the central point. Indeed, Renens stands out for its immense cultural potential and ideal geographical location. RévolutionS is a biennial competition open to all professionals in the field of visual arts, with a focus on illustration. There will be one winner and two honorable mentions.
Each edition of the Biennale will showcase a guest country. For this inaugural project, Portugal takes the spotlight due to the commemoration in 2024 of the fiftieth anniversary of the Carnation Revolution. This revolution on April 25, 1974, led to the downfall of the Salazarist dictatorship that had ruled Portugal since 1933.
A jury of 5 members will be formed for the event, with a new composition for each edition of the Biennale. This jury will select 20 candidates, the first prize « The Grand Prize, » and the 2 honorable mentions. The Illustration Encounters will always take place in Renens, at the Ferme de Tilleuls during the month of April, with an opening scheduled for the 25th and an exhibition lasting for 3 weeks.
The Biennale will open to the public on April 25, 2024, at the Ferme de Tilleuls, and will last for 3 weeks. It is part of a series of other commemorative events of the Carnation Revolution in Renens, as well as in Prilly. Subsequently, for one year, the exhibited works will be displayed in different cities such as Geneva, Bern, Zurich, Martigny, and then returned to the authors.