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Serious topic #1: Is the internet spawing a new art movement?

Posted by Rivy • 6/27/09 • Subscribe to this Discussion [RSS] • Report This Topic
Topics: art, art & internet, art movements, new creativity

The turn of the 19th Century to the 20th saw major shifts in how painting arts were created and perceived. Impressionism to Expressionism to Cubism to Dada. Traditional portraits, landscapes, epic historical/religious paintings became passe. At mid 20th century another shift occurred. Abstract art. Action paintings. Minimalist art, etc., and on to Pop art.

As the century ended, changes continued. Graphic novels became accepted both as fine art and literature. Graffiti art became an active and appreciated form. Story telling with images entered the mix. (Where I find myself now.)

The question: Will the internet create a similar major shift/addition in how Art is created and perceived by both critics and the public at large?

I would enjoy more than re-active one-liners in response. I would like to hear serious commentary on what you think. Your opinion in detail. Thank you.

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  1. dcarroll
    6/27/09
    dcarroll
    Marshall McLuhan said, "The medium is the message."
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  2. dcarroll
    6/27/09
    dcarroll
    That is a one liner--I'm sorry. But I think McLuhan's quote says it all.
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    1. Rivy
      6/27/09
      Rivy
      I agree with McLuhan. The statement was made 50 plus years ago. The question asked is "What form will this new medium take in contributing to the arts?" The fact that we have a new medium is the point.
    2. dcarroll
      6/27/09
      dcarroll
      I'm not psychic,and I wouldn't guess. I would be wrong. Actually, maybe your style of writing/art will be the point of the spear.
  3. nothingprofound
    6/27/09
    nothingprofound
    Art is always changing, and it's hard to predict the direction that change will take. Old styles and techniques keep getting recycled in new manifestations, new forms and shapes. Artists always try to be aware of the latest developments in technology and science and use them for their own purposes in their work. The exciting thing is that all these forms of expression can co-exist and be available to the public as well as the individual artist.
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