Literary Journal
Forward
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Forward is a digital-first publication and curatorial platform that emerged from the need for a more immediate, unmediated space for critical writing on contemporary art. Founded as a response to the slow cycles of print journals, it operates entirely online, emphasizing timely dispatches, artist interviews, and experimental criticism. Its core mission is to foster a diverse community of writers and artists who engage with the pressing aesthetic and political questions of the day, without the constraints of traditional editorial hierarchies.
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Artists and writers should approach Forward with concise, well-argued pitches that demonstrate a clear awareness of current exhibitions and discourses. The editors favor pieces that are critically rigorous yet free of academic jargon, and they value perspectives that challenge consensus. Response times are typically swift, but contributors should be prepared for collaborative editing and a fast turnaround.
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