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How is the internet affecting our arts?

Posted by Rivy • 10/19/09 • Subscribe to this Discussion [RSS] • Report This Topic
Topics: arts, discuss topics, serious discussions

Writers, poets, drawers, painters, etc., how is the net altering both your creation and perceptions of the arts? Does the term "Fine Art" or "Literature" apply to work created via the computer and the Net? In other words, how are the Arts adjusting to the Digital Universe?

Curious if thoughtful opinions will be expressed? Or will the responses be focused more onone-liners? (Perceived moments of insight and wisdom are obviously welcome. Uh...obviously humor too. For that matter, ANY responses welcome.)

This post has been triggered by the topic of "serious discussions" that have appeared here recently. I am in agreement with those that would like to see more. Thank you.

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10/19/09

gtally

In terms of artists getting in front of a buying public to sell their creations, this is a Golden Age. YouTube for dance troupes, MySpace for musicians, etsy for fine artists, -- there are a plethora of distribution models for the art world. Self controlled exposure, promotion and sales are extremely valuable.

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10/19/09

chrissymarie321

I think the net has opened up the world of fine art. Whilst I think it is always better to go and see works of art because reality is so much more visual (if you know what I mean ), there are some works that I get to see that I would never have the opportunity otherwise.
I pretty much think the same can be said for literature.
From a blogging point of view, I see fantastic examples of art and literature on a daily basis that I would otherwise never get to see. It is also fascinating to see an increase in digital art of which there are some very good examples who are BCer's
Ann Storer and Sadia spring to mind.

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10/19/09

crpitt

Kudos for taking the baton and running with it

I am not an artist, but the internet has definitely encouraged my creative side. I hadn't doodled or drawn anything since high school, but the lack of appropriate clip art for my blog, encouraged me to start doodling once more. From that I have really enjoyed messing about with drawing and cant fathom why I ever stopped drawing, when I loved it so much.

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10/19/09

ThriftShopRomantic

I've had more exposure to new artists through the Internet.

Stumbleupon, for one, is a strangely effect medium for showcasing artists we might not otherwise have gotten to see.

And the terrific thing about the internet is it allows artists to be more searchable by their style or niche-- bringing the folks who appreciate that type of art right to their doorstep no matter where they're located.

I've bought original art online through both Etsy and Ebay. In one case, the artist is an astounding book jacket artist, who sells his paintings once they've been leveraged for books.

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  crpitt
  
  Oh great point about Etsy and Ebay, I have definitely been tempted more than once by artists on those sites.
10/19/09

aningeniousname

The internet is affecting my arts terribly, I think I need a comfier chair.

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10/19/09

Rivy

I am not selling my art. I probably could find venues for some things but it is not a focused goal. My work is primarily self-expressions recording a life via words and images. "Originals" also is not a factor. But presentation is. Somehow getting it out, sharing with others traveling a similar road. I have pretty much abandoned pen-to-paper work and for several years found computer art programs to be my medium of choice. (Admittedly there is nostalgia for my years of keeping sketch journals and drawing/writing constantly there.)

Presenting my work on the net remains a frustrating hassle. I am not very savvy beyond basic layouts and presentations. I know there is MORE, MORE, MORE to learn, to do, but at age 71 I am fairly swamped.

I am admittedly envious of young artists who have grown up with the net, who find it a natural environment. (Comic books were my intro to wanting to draw. I can hardly image the impact of YouTube and Pixar and such on the new generation today.)

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10/19/09

williamhessian

in some ways i feel connected to the digital art world, but at the same time its creating a distance to what would be considered the 'traditional art scene'. I am all for a modern convergence of art to incorporate digital and alternate mediums. I do fear the over saturation and confusing dilution that art seems to filter through when entering the internet. it seems to never truly be considered... which is a real shame.

I think there needs to be a strong effort to clean up, and legitimize art on the internet. Makes some classifications and build some very legit online art "galleries".

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10/19/09

nothingprofound

It's inevitable that artists are going to work in whatever mediums are available-print, painting, film, photography, the web, etc. The more avenues of expression and exposure, the better.

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10/19/09

amysteryartist

I think the digital universe has an effect on all areas of life. Digital art is somehow pushing its way forward but I am certain that it will never completely take over early forms of art. Not to mention, digital art are also "Fine" lol!! Internet, in my opinion has been rather beneficial to artist and the general art society in the area of publicity and promotion, and also in the development of artists themselves. One thing I find that is amazing about art is it,s origin. art is a representation of something within, not just the creation, whatever the medium, genre, perspective, etc The work produced will always be from the heart of the artist, thus allowing it to proudly take up the title "ART". Beautiful isn't it.

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10/19/09

CentricStudios

Sweet Jesus! The internet is transforming all of our ideas into pixels!

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10/19/09

russianmodels

I agree with chrissymarie321. I believe the internet has taken what would otherwise be a small niche and exploded it, making it available, to a much larger demographic.

I have seen art and artists, of all shapes and media, like I never would before. It has taken the most remote corners of the world and of culture and brought them to the masses.

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10/19/09

Rivy

I have posted 6 words/images to my blog site that I had posted previously at random times. The six were quickly selected to hopefully connect with the discussion here. My approach to computer generated text/imagery and the net, and commentary on art in general from an iconoclast's on-going view. Take a look if interested and comment if you want here. Thank you.

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10/19/09

krystyna81

Selling on-line has empowered me as an artist. I no longer have to hope for my galery to promote my work and take 50% of the sale - I get to promote my work around the world, sell to collectors around the world, and build relationships with them as continuing patrons of my art (galleries do not allow these relationships to grow)

I will continue to be active in the "real" art world as well - it is still vital to develop work to be seen by the public, to build a resume with show participation, and publish work regularly.

The internet has both inspired me to work harder, and re-affirmed my talent. Blogging has helped me become a better teacher and artist thru discussions about and writing (and even photographing) my art.

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10/19/09

Soirette

I'm the most excited by the resources for making new art and combinations of forms.

The marketing of art and exposure to it are also good, but the possibilities for art evolving are what's most interesting for me.

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10/22/09

laurencefosgate

The possibility for artists in every medium to get their creations out in front of hundreds of thousands of people without any intermediary is just beginning to revolutionize the entire productivity of the art world. It's fantastic.

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