Joaquin Salvador Lavado, alias Quino (1932, Argentina) is a cartoonist who believes that humour is ‘the little grain of sand that acts as a catalyst for change’. Distinctive for his aesthetic quality – his precise line, detail and spatial effects that convey his intention without the use of text – Quino’s drawings highlight global, ethical concerns. He focuses on social inequalities and power relationships in the family, football, religion, bureaucracy, politics and the military along with issues such as the environment. His popular 1960s heroine Mafalda – who promotes gender equality, peace and children’s rights – was revived for the 10th anniversary of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child, and has also been used in public health and democracy campaigns.
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Quino © Joaquín Salvador Lavado (Quino)
Laureates
Presentation 2005 Prince Claus Awards
