With “Art Meets,” technology becomes a force for positive social impact, spreading culture widely in the region and contributing to a more favorable environment for artistic exploration and growth. We extend our congratulations to the Art Meets team for their outstanding achievement and eagerly anticipate the profound impact their project will have on the arts and culture landscape.
The CultTech x Ars Electronica Award jury is delighted to announce “Art Meets” and its founders Tammy Langtry, Michaela Limberis and Precious Mhone as the distinguished winner of this award. “Art Meets” is an exceptional digital platform that promotes, spotlights, and connects visual arts ecosystems.
In response to the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, the Art Meets team conducted an insightful online research project in 2020. This research served as the foundation for the app’s development, ensuring its suitability for the African context and accommodating varied levels of arts infrastructure.
The Art Meets app’s inclusivity is especially commendable, as it seeks to support and engage with systems of economic exclusion, fostering the growth of professional networks within the arts industry and across the continent.
We, as the jury, were deeply impressed by the project’s innovative approach, empowering artists and cultural communities while promoting cultural equity and providing opportunities in Africa. The platform’s potential to raise awareness of new aesthetic languages born from digital technologies is equally remarkable.