Contemporary on Society: The Finalists
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We are thrilled to announce that finalist letters have officially been sent out for our highly anticipated exhibition, Contemporary on Society! This groundbreaking showcase will premiere on ARTMOSITY on April 12th, featuring a curated selection of visual artists and poets whose work challenges, critiques, and reflects the complexities of our modern world.
The response to our open call was incredible, and after much deliberation, we’ve selected 20+ outstanding finalists whose work embodies the thought-provoking spirit of this exhibit. These artists and poets now move forward in consideration for the Top 10 Featured Artists, who will receive special spotlights within the exhibition.
Stay tuned as we continue unveiling details about the exhibit, artist features, and exclusive insights leading up to the premiere. Mark your calendars for April 12th, and join us in celebrating the power of contemporary art and poetry in shaping conversations about today’s society!
Understanding the Theme: Contemporary on Society
Art has always been a reflection of the world it inhabits—sometimes as a mirror, sometimes as a challenge, and sometimes as a vision of what could be. "Contemporary on Society" is an exploration of how today’s artists and poets engage with the complexities of the modern world, using creativity as a tool to interpret, critique, and reimagine society.
This exhibition seeks to answer a fundamental question: How does contemporary creativity respond to the world we live in? From social justice to digital culture, from identity to globalization, from political unrest to personal transformation—each work in this exhibit serves as a response, a conversation, or even a provocation.
Some works may capture the struggles of our time—displacement, inequality, the loss and rediscovery of identity. Others may celebrate human resilience, technological evolution, or the beauty found in everyday moments. Through visual art and poetry, we see perspectives that challenge norms, confront realities, and invite us to see society through new and unexpected lenses.
On April 12th, this collection will premiere on ARTMOSITY, giving viewers the opportunity to engage with powerful works that go beyond aesthetics and into the very fabric of contemporary life.
To those exploring this exhibition: take your time. Let the works sit with you. Engage with the stories behind them. And most importantly, allow yourself to question, reflect, and feel. Because art doesn’t just document history—it actively shapes it.
We can’t wait for you to experience Contemporary on Society.
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so excited for this.
This is sure to be impactful!