January 17th 2025.
Guy Venables, the talented cartoonist for Metro, has been receiving a lot of well-deserved recognition for his exceptional work over the past 12 months. At the prestigious Professional Cartoonists Awards in London last night, Guy was awarded the coveted title of Pocket Cartoon Series of the Year, breaking the 11-year winning streak of fellow cartoonist Matt Pritchett.
Having been a part of the Metro team for six years now, Guy has consistently impressed with his witty, sharp, and on-point cartoons. His Pocket Cartoon series, which encompasses all his drawings from the last year, showcases his clever takes on both local and national topics. From the UK elections to the Rotherham riots, the Russia-Ukraine war to the sewage leak scandal, Guy's cartoons have been praised for their brilliance and relevance.
With his first cartoon published in Punch at the young age of 15, Guy has come a long way in his career. Apart from his work at Metro, he has also been published in Private Eye, The Spectator, and The New Yorker. But his talent doesn't stop at cartoons - he is also a comedy writer for the BBC, Channel 4, ITV, and Radio 4.
In his acceptance speech, Guy shared his approach to creating cartoons, which involves a mix of pen and ink drawing techniques and the ability to find humor in news stories and situations. His inspiration comes from various sources, ranging from fine art to the packaging design on cereal boxes. And of course, he draws inspiration from the great Punch cartoonists of the 1920s.
Guy dedicated his award to the team at Metro and expressed his gratitude for being able to work for a publication where he can freely express his opinions without having to toe a party line. He also thanked his readers, who have been a constant source of support and encouragement.
Among his favorite cartoons from the past year were his depictions of Donald Trump's love for claiming victory, the Russia-Ukraine war and its infamous leader Mr. Putin, and the lackluster Conservative government. But it wasn't just politics that Guy covered - he also tackled local issues such as the Thames Water sewage scandal with his signature wit and humor.
Metro's editor, Chris Cowley, shared the team's excitement for Guy's win, stating that his cartoons provide much-needed comic relief in a world filled with doom and gloom. And at just 56 years old, Guy is considered the "new guard" in the world of cartooning, proving that age is just a number when it comes to creativity and talent.
In his speech, Guy humorously thanked everyone from his colleagues at Metro to the residents of his village and even his gut bacteria for their contributions to his work. He ended with a comical description of how he would be celebrating his win, highlighting the humor and lightheartedness that he brings to his cartoons. And with that, Guy Venables continues to be a shining star in the world of cartooning, bringing laughter and joy to readers of Metro.
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