The 30th edition of the International Biennial of Illustrations Bratislava (BIB) is a major event in the field of children’s and young adult book illustration worldwide. The event is held under the auspices of UNESCO and the International Board on Books for Young People (IBBY).
Illustrator Emmanuela Kakavia is participating this year with works from two books—her illustrations for the books «I Want to Go Home» by P. Toubou and «The Seaweed Still Sings» by M. Amblianitis.
BIB 2025 is organized by BIBIANA – International House of Art for Children, which is based in Bratislava, Slovakia:
Dates: October 4, 2025, through January 11, 2026, at the Slovak National Gallery.
Program: The exhibitions are held in various venues throughout Bratislava and feature original children’s book illustrations.
Note: The exhibition will run through January 2026, providing ample time for viewing and participation.
Emanuela Kakavia
Illustrator Emmanuela Kakavia mentions in a social media post that she is participating in the Greek team of illustrators at BIB 2025 with works from two books:
«I Want to Go Home» by P. Toubou (Angelakis Publications)
«The Seaweed Still Sings» by M. Amblianitis (Oselotos Publications)
Her participation is a significant recognition of her work—highlighting both the quality of her illustrations and her international visibility.
Some information about the artist:
Emmanuela Kakavia has completed workshops on Byzantine art, has been a member of IBBY (International Board on Books for Young People) since 2018, and has been honored with the A’ Design Award in the Graphics & Visual Communication category for a children’s book.
The book *The Seaweed That Still Sings* (by Manos Amblianitis)
Key publication details:
Title: «The Seaweed Still Sings – From Syria to Kythira.».
Author: Manos Amblianitis.
Illustrator: Emmanuela Kakavia.
Publisher: Oselotos (2024).
Pages: 148.
The book is presented as an allegorical story about a group of fish living on the seabed off the coast of Syria who are forced to migrate due to a civil war and ultimately discover unity, empathy, peace, and acceptance of diversity.
