Running from April 7 to June 20, 2025, this year’s Rookie Awards received 6,581 entries from 104 countries, offering a vivid snapshot of the next wave of creative energy from around the world. The final results were officially announced on August 27, shining a spotlight on young creators who are boldly shaping the future of digital content with fresh perspectives, experimental techniques, and personal storytelling.
Celebrating Excellence at the Rookie Awards 2025
XPPen was proud to support several key award categories in this year’s Rookie Awards, which continue to be a launching pad for rising talent in the creative industries. The Rookie of the Year winners stood out for their exceptional storytelling, innovation, and technical execution:
● Rookie of the Year – Product Design: Agent Dunstone
● Rookie of the Year – 3D Animation: Ngan Hoang
● Rookie of the Year – 3D Motion Graphics: Virak Path
● Rookie of the Year – 2D Animation: Shelley Wang
● Rookie of the Year – Digital Fashion: Abiiabbbi
● Rookie of the Year – Game Development: Jolyn Hu
● Rookie of the Year – Concept Art: Samuel Navarro
● Rookie of the Year – Visual Effects: Axel Revidon
Each of these artists brought a distinct vision to life — whether through emotional storytelling, experimental visual language, or cultural nuance — reflecting the limitless potential of digital art in shaping tomorrow’s creative landscape.