Kritikarti Launches With A Bold Mission To Shake Up Art Criticism in Malta
A new local audiovisual magazine has just been launched with a “bold mission to shake up art criticism in Malta”.
@kritikarti.mt has cleverly launched on World Art Day, assuring that it isn’t here to play it safe.
Committed to raising the bar in arts journalism, the platform promises sharp, honest, and informed reviews of Malta’s performing and visual arts, free from fluff, sugarcoating, or influence.
At Kritikarti’s core is a deep belief in the power of critique, not to please, but to engage and push the local artistic conversation forward. This isn’t a space for polite applause; it’s a platform for writers who dig deep, challenge assumptions, and meet art on its own terms.
One of the platform’s key principles is total independence. No reviews are paid for or influenced by artists, institutions, or producers. Financial support, be it through grants, sponsorships, or donations, has no bearing on the opinions published.
Kritikarti doesn’t stop at surface-level takes. Reviews are grounded in a thoughtful framework that evaluates concept, execution, performance, technical elements, emotional impact, and cultural relevance. Whether a piece hits or misses, the analysis is rooted in the artist’s intentions and the work’s own standards.
Kritikarti values bold, expressive voices that steer clear of dry academic jargon. Negative reviews are not taboo here, nor are deeply enthusiastic ones. What matters is integrity and depth.