The China Artists Association is responsible for the organizing and selection of artworks on show. Its chairman Fan Di'an says the exhibition provides "a panoramic view of the Greater Bay Area in an all-encompassing way, including the depth of its history, the magnificence of the mountains and waters, the richness of its culture and the creativity and endeavoring spirit of its people".

He says the exhibition will also inspire further exchanges and cooperation between artists in the mainland and in Hong Kong and Macao, to produce more works which cater to people's cultural needs.

The exhibition will also tour Hong Kong, Macao and Shenzhen, Guangdong province.