Media Art Research Articles

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Coming from different artistic and cultural backgrounds in theatre, dance, and media arts, Burcu Emeç, Michael Martini, Nien Tzu Weng, and Roxa Hy zoom in on labour, constructed intimacy, and consent within participation in their transdisciplinary performance Ça a l’air synéthique bonjour hi. Considering the notion of participation in its broadest sense—such as in a community, an economy, and politics—what factors can encourage, discourage, or limit it? In order to explore these factors, the four artists turn to the model of a participatory performance. Realizing that many experiences of participatory art contain troubling, awkward, and often non-consensual elements, they interrogate how this form of performance can offer a parallel to larger questions about participation in an economic and political system.

Poetic Operations: Trans of Color Art in Digital Media by Micha Cárdenas (review)

Poetic Operations: Trans of Color Art in Digital Media by Micha Cárdenas (review)

Violence/Visibility

In conjunction with her NEA Media Arts Residency at the Institute for Electronic Arts (IEA), artist Lorelei d’Andriole and I held the following conversation in a small, empty classroom on the fourth floor of Harder Hall on the campus of Alfred University (NYSCC). d’Andriole is an artist, educator, and writer whose work is at the intersection of intermedia and transgender studies. A day before the conversation she presented a lecture titled “Trans Embodiment and Intermedia Art,” which became the launching point for our conversation. “Oh, we’ll just sit and chat about your practice, your time at the IEA residency, and the idea of queer sound.” But we went on for nearly two and a half hours. As such, this interview has been edited and refined for publication.

Auro Lecci’s Algorithmic Art: Toward the Computer as a Thinking Machine

Abstract This paper analyzes Italian artist Auro Lecci’s contribution to pioneering media art, beginning with his paintings and ending with his computer artworks (1969–1972). As the author suggests, Lecci’s paintings were already characterized by an algorithmic method that the artist went on to develop in his computer-generated works. The paper first discusses the plotter drawings Lecci created at the Computing Center of the University of Pisa (CNUCE), and then focuses on his last computer art project, made at the University of Massachusetts in Amherst, to suggest connections between Lecci’s work and artificial intelligence.

All Watched Over by Our Data Double

Abstract The term data double denotes information generated by and collected from users of networked communications to construct relational databases in marketing and other domains. Each subject (user) of this surveillance-panoptical system inevitably informs and objectifies all other subjects. Social media experiences are based on our continuously “tracked” engagement. Surveillance functions across written and spoken language, biometrics, geolocation, and visual and behavioral patterns. This text is primarily concerned with visual media and its production and (re)circulation as the accumulation of data through uploading, viewing, liking, commenting, remixing, and sharing. The article explores how selected media artists reflect upon the potential of recirculating information to reveal our data doubles and the surveillance-panoptical system.

A Review of the Interrelationships between Painting, Photography, Facial Recognition, and Artificial Intelligence Technologies in Portraiture Aesthetics

We see faces every day, and all of them leave us with different impressions. Our brains also respond emotionally to new and familiar faces we find in non-animated objects, paintings, and sculptures. To retain such memory of a face or express our feelings, we create portraits. Portraits have fascinated us for millennia. This paper reviews the interrelationships between painting, photography, facial recognition, and artificial intelligence technologies in portraiture aesthetics. The importance of portraits as a subject in artistic creation, studies, and research has led to various advancements in technological innovations. The inevitable role that portraits play in different mediums of art, history of art, communication, and security marks the intersection between humanity and identity, art and technology, as well as its undeniable position within the genre of art. Today the rapid development of digital tools, mobile software, and artificial intelligence allows not only the artist and designer to create portraitures but is also widely used by the public in all walks of life to create portraitures instantly. Driven by the marriage and momentum of art and technology in the field of new media art, will artificial intelligence and modern facial recognition technology take over the role of artists? Keywords: portrait, painting, photography, facial recognition technology, artificial intelligence

AI Image Generator

In recent years, the field of artificial intelligence has witnessed remarkable advancements in image generation, with Open AI at the forefront of this innovative wave. This abstract explores the development and implications of an Image Generator using Open AI technologies, emphasizing its potential to facilitate creative expression through AI-generated art. The foundation of this Image Generator is rooted in Open AI's GPT-3, a state-of-the-art deep learning model that has demonstrated remarkable capabilities in natural language understanding and generation. Leveraging GPT-3's prowess, the Image Generator harnesses the power of generative adversarial networks (GANs) to produce visually stunning images. This amalgamation of technologies allows artists and creators to transcend traditional creative boundaries by generating art that is both novel and visually captivating. One of the key features of this Image Generator is its ability to generate art based on textual prompts. Users can provide descriptive or conceptual inputs, and the AI model interprets these prompts to create images that align with the given descriptions. This process not only sparks creativity but also offers a unique medium for artists to convey abstract ideas and emotions visually. Moreover, the Image Generator incorporates neural style transfer, enabling users to merge artistic styles and concepts seamlessly. The implications of such a tool are profound. Beyond serving as a source of inspiration for artists, it democratizes the creative process, making it accessible to individuals with varying levels of artistic expertise. Additionally, it has potential applications in fields such as advertising, graphic design, and entertainment, where generating captivating visuals is paramount. Nevertheless, ethical considerations and challenges, such as issues of copyright, authenticity, and the potential for misuse, should be addressed as the technology evolves. Open AI's commitment to responsible AI development is crucial in navigating these complexities. In conclusion, the Image Generator using Open AI is a testament to the transformative power of AI in the realm of creative expression. It empowers artists and creators to explore new dimensions of artistry while presenting opportunities and challenges that require careful consideration. As this technology continues to evolve, its impact on the art world and beyond is likely to be profound, opening up new horizons for human creativity and innovation.

Using attentional guidance methods in virtual reality laboratories reduces students’ cognitive load and improves their academic performance

Learning in virtual reality laboratories (VR labs) has become an important method in experimental teaching but can increase individuals’ cognitive load compared with traditional laboratories. This study analysed the effect of introducing an attentional guidance mechanism into a VR lab on students’ cognitive load and academic performance. We designed and developed two VR labs, one with and one without this attentional guidance stimulus (a 3D yellow arrow). A quasi-experimental design was adopted, and the data obtained were analysed using one-way ANOVA and linear regression. The experiment was conducted with 80 students majoring in digital media art at two universities. The results indicated that the students in the VR lab with the attentional guidance mechanism included exhibited lower cognitive load and higher academic performance than the control group. The regression analyses revealed that cognitive load negatively predicted learning outcomes; that is, academic performance improved as cognitive load decreased. In conclusion, as VR labs are increasingly used in education, supplementing them with attentional guidance stimuli can improve students’ academic performance by reducing their cognitive load.

Sonorous assemblages. Speculating a metallurgical aesthetic of airport media art

Sonorous assemblages. Speculating a metallurgical aesthetic of airport media art

Art on the chain? On the possibilities of new media art preservation on the Web3

ABSTRACT The absence of clear protocols in the conservation of new media art has led to a situation of extreme precariousness of digital artworks. The irruption of blockchain culture and NFTs seems to offer an opportunity to overcome this situation. This paper aims to clarify whether or not the structure of data and metadata associated with transactions in the blockchain solves the challenging obsolescent and unstable condition of new media art. The disturbing reality is that the so-called ‘cryptoart’ is not always stored and encapsulated on the blockchain itself. In a high number of cases, assets just point to artworks living outside, stored on off-chain servers or platforms. This paper analyzes the possibilities for the preservation of art hosted on the chain. Despite some limitations, this method is understood as the more coherent and robust for long-term life and availability of digital art associated with Web3 technology.

Design and Dissemination of Short Video Numbers Based on Changsha's City Image of "Media Art Capital"

In order to show Changsha's unique and recognizable characteristics in the media field, this paper takes the clear positioning of the city, the direction of the crowd and the needs of the users as the starting point, and carries out the design practice and communication promotion based on Changsha's image as the "city of media and art". The study adopts research methods such as practice method, literature method and comparative analysis method, starting from the dimensions of design positioning and design principles, and through the narrative mode of "scene + viewpoint or emotion", the study designs and disseminates the "Changsha City of Media Arts" Shake video number, providing new perspectives for city branding and promoting the city image. It provides a new perspective and method for city branding, and at the same time builds a comprehensive and multi-dimensional spatial ecological communication cluster.

Digital media and interactive E-learning application in art teaching process based on big data platform

Digital media art integrates multiple fields such as art teaching, computer graphics, and AI. With the application of new computer technologies such as artificial intelligence, serving art education through network technology has become increasingly popular. This article studies the application of digital media and interactive E-learning based on big data platforms in the process of art teaching.It can facilitate the sharing of educational resources, enable collaborative learning, and support the development of new educational models that are more efficient and effective. By analyzing the needs of students for mobile learning and personalization, this article adopts data storage algorithms and their improved algorithms as a method to improve the electronic learning system, thereby achieving the digital and networked development of art education and providing a new model for the e-learning teaching mode of art courses.

Literary network hypertext in the context of native Russian media culture of the late 1990s – early 2000s

The article tries to explore network forms of literary content as part of media culture, which the author studies within the framework of an axiological approach. The active development of literary texts by native Russian media culture began at the turn of the 20th–21st centuries. The openness of media culture and its constant renewal is fertile ground for the mediatization of literature. Taking experiments with so-called pre-network hypertexts as a basis, the creators of original projects, using digital technologies, created a new type of content that has become a full part of both media culture in general and media art as its component. Literary projects in the Internet space of the late 1990s and early 2000s are at the intersection of mass and elitist culture, being one of the ways of aesthetic exploration of reality by a mass audience.

대구 달성 유적의 정비·활용(안)에 대한 비판적 검토와 제언

The Dalseong Site, Daegu consists of the fortress and a group of ancient tombs. Dalseong Fortress is an ancient earthen fortification that has been preserved relatively well, and its archaeological site is a representative example of a set of fortress and ancient tombs dating back to the Three Kingdoms Period, attracting attention since its discovery. A series of projects to maintain and utilize the site of Dalseong Fortress has been carried out recently; considering the importance of the site, it is believed that the projects will have a significant impact on the projects for other archaeological sites. Therefore, this study aimed to provide a critical review and a few suggestions of the plan to maintain and utilize the Dalseong Site. The plan (draft) related to the maintenance and utilization of the Dalseong Site was originally established in 2009 by focusing on the restoration and maintenance of the fortress. However, the plan (draft) reestablished in 2018 put emphasis on the maintenance and utilization of the fortress by connecting various values of Dalseong Fortress with its location. Based on the 2018 plan (draft), current status survey, geophysical exploration, and precision ground survey of the site of Dalseong Fortress were carried out recently. However, some parts needed to be reexamined and supplemented in the plan for the maintenance and utilization of the Dalseong Site. First of all, in order to restore the Dalseong Site, expanding the scope of the maintenance and utilization project to include the ancient tombs in the fortress is understood to be necessary, and the use of media art is suggested for the efficiency of the project while maintaining and utilizing the fortress itself. In addition, it is judged that the excavation and investigation work inside the fortress need to be limited to the area of Dongmulsa (zoo), and the participation of the university museum in the excavation work would lead to attracting the young generation’s interest in and vitalize research activities at the Dalseong Site. Furthermore, in order to restore the authenticity of Dalseong Fortress, the demolition of the Dongmulsa (zoo) and interest in trees, plants, and ecological species in the fortress are emphasized. Through these, various values of Dalseong Fortress will be fully recognized and utilized.

Media Art in Healthcare Environments: Enhancing Student’s Well-being and Mental Health

New media art refers to works of art that have been developed or created through the combination of art and technology. New media art encompasses any contemporary art forms created, edited, or transmitted using new media technology. It includes digital, interactive, online, virtual, video, sound, and artworks made using robotics, video games, biotechnology, 3D printing, and computer animation. As a result, many studies have been conducted on the use of arts to promote a balanced way of life and the value of art in the healthcare setting, however, a lack of study on media arts as an art-based intervention in the healthcare environment. Therefore, the purpose of this research is to identify the existing elements and characteristics of the artworks in the healthcare environment and propose a prototype media art as a new art-based intervention to enhance a pleasant healthcare environment and potentially promote well-being and mental health among students in the institutional healthcare environment. This is qualitative research involving interviews with doctors and experts in fields and observation in Pusat Sejahtera Universiti Sains Malaysia, Pulau Pinang. The semi-structured interview and observation will be recorded through an audio-video recording system. As a result, this research will develop a prototype of media art that will be produced using a combination of art and technology. These include interactive art, sound art, visual, and computer art. This prototype will give students, visitors, and staff in healthcare a good impact and enjoyable experience in healthcare environments that may be undergoing stress while waiting for the treatments or after the treatment. This research's significance is beneficial to academia, the institution's healthcare environment in Malaysia, and students' well-being and mental health. As mentioned by the Director-General of Health, Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah, the future healthcare facility design goals are to create a healing environment, including art and hospitality.

Intervención sonora en una escultura tipo Baschet

Some contemporary art practices base their discursive strategy on the amalgamation or mixture of different artistic media; these media are united and/or blended and thereby produce new aesthetic approaches to be experienced by both spectators and performers. This condition of contemporary art compels critics, historians, or writers to navigate certain unknown waters, delving into languages that are sometimes foreign to the visual arts and proper to other artistic media. In 2017, the sound artist Josep Cerdà, heir and successor to a large extent of the sculptural work developed by the Baschet brothers, was in Bogotá running a creative workshop to build a Baschet-type sound sculpture that was later used to create a sound intervention; this essay attempts an historical and aesthetic analysis based on this intervention. Readers are advised to first view and listen to the sound intervention at the following link in order to understand the development of the essay: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4FyYm15xGbs

Optimization of Digital Media Art Creation Process Based on Dual Transformer Residual Network (DTRN) and Lotus Effect Optimization Algorithm (LEA)

In response to the problems of lack of intelligence, low recognition, loss of brightness, and unclear design objects in the comprehensive material painting of installation art, when materials enter the field of artistic creation, they can assist in artistic creation, but constantly updating materials is also a challenge for artists. This manuscript proposes an image processing technology in the digital media art creation based on dual transformer residual network (DTRN) and lotus effect optimization algorithm (LEA) (DMAC-DTRN-LEA) is proposed. Initially, the extracted images from the multimedia are collected from MSCOCO2014 dataset. Collected images are preprocessed to resize the image using federated neural collaborative filter (FedNCF). Later, resized images are given to feature extraction; morphological features like shape, structure, colour, pattern, and size are extracted based on synchro spline-kernelled chirplet extracting transform (SSCET). Finally, the extracted features are fed to Dual Transformer Residual Network (DTRN) for effectively classify the art images. In, general Dual Transformer Residual Network classifier does not express adapting optimization strategies to determine optimal parameters to ensure accurate art images detection system. Hence, the proposed method examined utilizing performance metrics like accuracy, precision, fl-score, sensitivity, peak signal to noise ratio (PSNR), error rate, and Structural similarity index (SSIM). Proposed DMAC-DTRN-LEA method attains 97% higher accuracy and 0.7% low error rate analysed to the existing methods respectively.

DESIGNING AN INTERDISCIPLINARY COURSE: CASE STUDY OF AN INTERDISCIPLINARY PROJECT COMBINING MARKETING RESEARCH, ENGINEERING, AND MEDIA ARTS

ABSTRACT Interdisciplinary courses and activities are becoming more popular as the benefits of collaboration have become apparent. For example, collaboration between different disciplines in organizations, such as engineering and marketing, has been shown to significantly enhance the product development process. Various strategies have been used to encourage this collaboration. One strategy is to provide instruction in collaboration across disciplines at the undergraduate collegiate level. This case study discusses an interdisciplinary project between Marketing Research, Engineering, and Media Arts. The basic design of the initial course, strategies used to enhance collaboration, student learning outcomes, identification of key issues affecting the interdisciplinary project, and a revised design for teaching future interdisciplinary projects are included. Also included are some of the major challenges and design issues with interdisciplinary work.

“Politics in Matter”: Concrete Expressions in Contemporary Palestinian Art of Resistance

This article examines the utilization of concrete as a medium for artistic expression in the art produced by contemporary Palestinian artists residing in the State of Israel. The author proposes that when considered through Eyal Weizman’s lens of "politics in matter," concrete emerges in contemporary Palestinian art as a significant material intersecting with the broader political fabric, an artistic medium intricately linked to the ongoing struggle for Palestinian identity, nationalism, and human rights. Within the geopolitical context of Israel/Palestine, concrete thus gives rise to multifaceted associations of struggle, violence, defense, and fear. Contemporary Palestinian artists actively engage with concrete, repurposing it as a tool for artistic, civic, and political resistance. They challenge dominant narratives, contest prevailing historical accounts, and confront oppressive structures. Their works reimagine shared spaces, contest the erasure of Palestinian history, and amplify marginalized voices. Concrete becomes a material embodiment of the complexities experienced by Palestinian artists residing and working within the State of Israel, its finally symbolizing resistance and catalyzing the reimagining of alternative futures. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of how concrete is employed and represented within contemporary Palestinian artistic practices, shedding light on its role in shaping Palestinian experiences and contributing to a nuanced understanding of the Palestinian/Israeli context. By exploring the politics of concrete, the article enhances our understanding of its significance in contemporary Palestinian art and its place in the broader discourse of art history.

Development of art journalism in Kazakhstan through the introduction of the experience of American art media

ABSTRACT In the modern world, art and culture occupy a special place in the formation of personality and public opinion, determining the importance of the development of art journalism as an integral part of the media. The purpose of the study is to analyse Kazakh and American media materials on the topic of culture and art, taking into account the use of various creative tools and digital approaches. To achieve research goals, the following methods were used: generalization, survey, content analysis, comparative analysis, as well as various works of researchers studying cultural journalism in its various aspects and interpretations. The results of the work determined that the translation of international art journalism experience into the Kazakh media industry plays an important role in enriching the country’s cultural environment and increasing the quality of art historical materials. According to a survey of art-journalistic experts, it was found that, on average, for 90% of respondents, this area has positive development trends and is the basis for the introduction of technological and digital capabilities. However, for the effective functioning of arts journalism, it is worth taking into account a number of challenges that journalists face in the course of their professional activities.