20 of Cuba's Best Cartoonists

20 of Cuba's Best Cartoonists

Cuba has a rich tradition of political satire and social commentary through cartoons. Here are 20 of its most renowned cartoonists:

  1. Angel Boligan: Known for his sharp wit and ability to capture the essence of Cuban life and politics.
  2. Aristides Esteban Hernandez: A master of political satire, often using symbolism and allegory to convey his messages.
  3. Carlos Hierrezuelo: Renowned for his caricature work, particularly of political figures.
  4. Enrique Lacoste: A veteran cartoonist who has been a prominent voice in Cuban political satire for decades.
  5. Fredy Villamil: Known for his humorous and often satirical depictions of everyday life in Cuba.
  6. Jose Angel Jimenez Hernandez: A talented cartoonist whose work often focuses on social issues and human rights.
  7. Jorge Urgelles Casteneda: A prolific cartoonist with a distinctive style and a keen eye for the absurd.
  8. Humberto Lazaro Miranda: A master of political satire who has been a critical voice in Cuban society.
  9. Carlos David Fuentes Hierrezuelo: A rising star in the world of Cuban cartooning, known for his innovative and thought-provoking work.
  10. Angel Velazco: A versatile cartoonist who excels at both political satire and humorous illustrations.
  11. Alfredo Martirena Hernandez: A prominent cartoonist whose work has been featured in newspapers and magazines around the world.
  12. Alberto Morales Ajbel: A talented cartoonist known for his satirical depictions of Cuban society.
  13. Alberto Jerez: A rising star in the world of Cuban cartooning, known for his innovative and thought-provoking work.
  14. Jose Luis Lopez Palacios: A veteran cartoonist who has been a prominent voice in Cuban political satire for decades.
  15. Adan Iglesias Toledo: Born September 09, 1965 From Ciudad de La Habana Cuba. Bachelor of Plastic Education.
  16. Alen LAUZÁN FALCÓN : He is born in 1974 in Matanzas (Cuba). He lives and works in Chile.
  17. Brady Izquierdo Rodríguez:He's graphic work includes cartoons, illustration, paintings and engravings.
  18. Ramsés Morales:He was born 1970 in Trinidad, Cuba.
  19. Reynerio Tamayo: He graduated from the Elementary Art School of Nueva Gerona.
  20. Reinaldo Hernández Valera:He recently mentioned Valera's name to several friends and they immediately identified him due to the singularity of his graphic work.

This is just a small sample of the many talented cartoonists who have emerged from Cuba. Their work has played a vital role in shaping Cuban culture and politics, and continues to be a powerful force for social commentary and satire.

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Angel Boligan

Angel Boligan

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Angel Boligan Corbo was born on 10th May 1965 in San Antonio de los Banos: Havana, Cuba. Since 1992 he lives in Mexico. He stu ...

Alberto Morales Ajubel

Alberto Morales Ajubel

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Alberto Morales Ajubel was born on February 20, 1956 in Sagua la Grande, Cuba. He currently lives and works in Valencia, Spain. H ...

Alfredo Martirena Hernandez

Alfredo Martirena Hernandez

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Alfredo Martirena Hernández was born in 1965 in Santa Clara, Cuba. In 1984 he began working at the humorous weekly "Melaito". In ...

Ares

Ares

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Ares was born in Havana in 1963. He studied medicine and graduated in 1987, he also studied psychiatry, graduating in 1993. The f ...

Brady Izquierdo Rodríguez

Brady Izquierdo Rodríguez

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His graphic work includes caricatures, illustrations, paintings and engravings. As a cartoonist, he maintains frequent collaborat ...

Reynerio Tamayo

Reynerio Tamayo

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Reynerio Tamayo graduated from the Nueva Gerona Elementary School of Art, Isla de la Juventud in 1983. He later studied at the Na ...