Digital Art Research Articles

DESIGN OF APPLICATIONS FOR ACCESS TO DIGITAL ART WORKS IN ONLINE MUSEUMS

The purpose. The research aims to explore the integration of digital art with online exhibitions in museums, focusing on the design of application interfaces and museum exhibitions. Methodology. The study uses a mixed approach that combines theoretical research, analysis of scientific research with analysis of practical examples. Results. It has been found that the use of digital art has a significant impact on museum online exhibitions, contributing to more interactive, immersive, and inclusive visitor access. The integration of ICT into the museum sector, while primarily focused on digitization, virtual tours, and increasing visitor engagement through augmented reality and virtual reality technologies, also encompasses important design aspects such as color, typography, and interface design, which play an important role in the overall design of an online museum. Examples of the Central American Museum of Art, the Dunhuang Online Museum, the Metropolitan Museum of Art, as well as the Bloomberg Connects application are analyzed. The study highlights the importance of narrative design and user-centered approaches in the design of online museums to access digital cultural heritage. The scientific novelty lies in the fact that the design principles of the interface of digital applications for visitors' access to the expositions of online museums were further developed in the work. Practical Significance. The results of the study can be implemented in the modern practice of museum design projects, contributing to innovations in the presentation of cultural heritage artifacts.

Practice of Digital Media Art Education Based on Virtual Reality Technology

Digital media art education has entered a new era with the integration of virtual reality (VR), offering students immersive and interactive learning experiences. Through VR technology, students can explore the creative possibilities of digital media art in a simulated environment that transcends traditional classroom boundaries. From interactive installations to virtual exhibitions, VR enables students to experiment with diverse mediums, techniques, and concepts in a safe and engaging space. Moreover, VR facilitates collaboration and peer feedback, allowing students to showcase their work, receive critiques, and collaborate with peers from around the world in virtual studios and galleries. This paper explores the practical implementation of digital media art education utilizing virtual reality (VR) technology, augmented by Multimedia Linear Statistical Feature Classification (MLSC). VR technology offers immersive and interactive learning environments, allowing students to explore and create digital media art in three-dimensional spaces. The incorporation of MLSC enhances the educational experience by providing personalized feedback and assessment based on statistical analysis of multimedia features. Through simulated experiments and empirical validations, the effectiveness of the VR-based digital media art education approach with MLSC is evaluated. Results demonstrate significant improvements in student engagement, creativity, and learning outcomes. The students using the VR platform with MLSC achieved a 40% increase in project completion rates and a 30% improvement in artistic proficiency compared to traditional methods. These findings highlight the potential of combining VR technology with MLSC to revolutionize digital media art education, preparing students for careers in the dynamic and interdisciplinary field of digital media.

Folk-stage dance of the Carpathian region as a folklore basis of contemporary choreographic art

The article analyzes the history of the development and popularization of folk-stage dance in Prykarpattia. The study of folk art in general and folk dance in particular in the context of the full-scale russian invasion of Ukraine is becoming more relevant than ever, because «the identity of a nation is its civilizational brand, the country’s socio-cultural niche, and the defining principle of the state’s foreign and domestic policy» [8, p. 4]. Folk dance is the cultural code of a nation. As a part of theatrical art, it is able to raise the patriotic spirit in the viewer, to foster a sense of pride in own nation and culture. The intangible cultural heritage, including folk dance as a national cultural product, must meet the demands of the present. One of the contemporary forms of dance art is the choreographic show performance. The lexeme «show» indicates the mass nature of the product, its entertainment character. In addition, shows use the latest digital technologies, software, laser art and musical infrasound techniques. The show is a kind of synthesis of different genres and art forms. Vasyl Vovkun’s mytho-dance opera Ole (Oleksa Dovbush) performed by the National Academic Hutsul Song and Dance Ensemble Hutsuliya as a modern form of popularizing traditional Hutsul dance culture and as a cultural national product meets all the requirements of the show. The performance combines different genres and art forms. It harmoniously intertwines drama, dance, and song. This unusual combination increased the interest of the cultural product consumer in the dramatic action of the show and added to its popularity. The scenery, costumes, and lighting meet the needs of the present. The choreographer created modern dances and choreographic compositions based on authentic Hutsul folklore. Folk-stage dances are organically combined with modern choreography, they are full of sophisticated technique and complex choreographic text, which demonstrates the skill of the author and ballet dancers. Based on the analysis of the peculiarities of folk dance staging, we have formulated and characterized the main criteria that should ensure the relevance of a contemporary choreographic work.

A single case study of digital art therapy for a child with ADHD using the metaverse platform

This qualitative case study was conducted to explore experiences and meanings of a child with ADHD in digital art therapy utilizing the metaverse platform. The study participant was an 11-year-old boy living in S city of South Korea who was diagnosed with ADHD. The child participated in a digital art therapy program based on the metaverse platform once a week for 12 sessions from July to October 2022. Through continuous comparative analysis, the following five major themes were identified from collected data: ‘enjoyable and self-directed art activities through gamification of metaverse’, ‘enhanced presence and communication in the virtual environment’, ‘expanded experience and immersion through convergence of virtuality and reality in metaverse’, ‘emotional expression and emotional release through multisensory experiences in metaverse’, and 'personal growth and development through digital art therapy using metaverse’. By utilizing the metaverse platform as a space and tool for digital art therapy, this study’s findings support that factors such as gamification, presence, interactivity, scalability, and multisensory stimulation provided participant with an enhanced therapeutic experience. These findings reveal the potential of the metaverse as an art therapy environment and medium suitable for the digital age. They also provide important implications for the development of art therapy.

Eye-tracking digital music creation and performance: disability and ableism

ABSTRACT This paper focuses on the developmental process of eye trackers as accessible digital musical instruments (ADMIs) by outlining collaborative research that develops digital art and music creation and performance tools. These tools require eye movements only and are of interest to individuals with all types of mobility and particularly provide music-making options to users with limited mobility. Research grade and gaming eye-tracking technology is adapted with custom software to enable music creation and performance using eye movements only. The relationship of ableism to disability and the role of digital technology to counter the negative social forces of ableism are considered. Because eye-tracking art and music creation tools are rare outside research lab contexts, all users with the ability to move one eye – regardless of other physical ability – have pre-existing capability, which makes this work especially exciting in a disability context.

ArtSpace : Art and Music Gallery

ArtSpace is a revolutionary digital platform that redefines the landscape of artistic expression, community engagement, and creative collaboration. With a mission to democratize the art world and empower artists, enthusiasts, and collectors alike, ArtSpace serves as a dynamic ecosystem where creativity knows no bounds. This abstract explores the essence of ArtSpace, delving into its key features, impact on the artistic community, and vision for the future. At its core, ArtSpace is a hub of creativity, innovation, and inspiration. Artists from diverse backgrounds and disciplines converge on the platform to showcase their work, connect with fellow creators, and engage with a global audience. Through intuitive tools and interactive features, artists can upload their artwork, curate their portfolios, and interact with enthusiasts who share their passion for art. One of the defining features of ArtSpace is its emphasis on community building and collaboration. Enthusiasts can explore a rich tapestry of artwork spanning various genres, styles, and mediums, from traditional paintings and sculptures to cutting-edge digital art and multimedia installations. Through voting mechanisms, comments sections, and social sharing options, users can actively participate in shaping the narrative of the art world, fostering a sense of belonging and camaraderie within the community. ArtSpace serves as a catalyst for discovery, exploration, and engagement, offering users an immersive experience that transcends the boundaries of traditional art galleries and museums. By harnessing the power of technology, ArtSpace leverages augmented reality, virtual exhibitions, and interactive experiences to bring artwork to life in new and exciting ways. Users can immerse themselves in virtual galleries, interact with 3D models of sculptures, and experience multimedia installations from the comfort of their homes. Moreover, ArtSpace is more than just a platform for showcasing artwork—it is a marketplace, a classroom, and a cultural hub rolled into one. Artists can monetize their creations through sales, commissions, and collaborations, while enthusiasts can discover and collect unique pieces that resonate with their tastes and preferences. Educational resources, workshops, and tutorials provide aspiring artists with the tools and knowledge they need to hone their craft and pursue their passion for art. Key Words: art, music, creative space, mobile application, gallery.

Analyse the Development of NFT Art from the Perspective of Audience Psychology

With the rapid development of blockchain technology, non-homogenized tokens (NFT) have gradually become a new favorite in the field of digital art. NFT gives the artwork a unique symbol, so that each piece of work can be accurately identified and certified. At the intersection of contemporary art and technology, NFT art has gradually developed into a force. Its rise is not accidental, but the result of various factors. However, the progress of technology does not mean that the development of art can be left alone. NFT art faces many challenges in its development process, the most important of which is the acceptance of the audience. This paper tries to use the development of NFT art and explore the theory of audience psychology from the perspective of audience psychology, analyze the psychosocial motivation behind it, and give the corresponding perspective.

NAVIGASI TRANSFORMASI KOMUNIKASI SOSIAL REMAJA MELAYU PETALANANGAN RIAU DI ERA DIGITAL

Technological progress towards digitization is now accelerating. In the current era of digitalization, most people have embraced a new lifestyle that is inseparable from electronic devices. The advent of the digital age has brought about many beneficial changes that can be fully utilized. Nevertheless, the emergence of the digital era has brought many adverse effects, thus creating new challenges in human existence throughout this period. The advent of the digital era has brought issues in various fields, including political, business, socio-cultural, defense, security, and information technology aspects. One of the purposes of the study is to manalysis of the influence of digitization on the metamorphosis of Malay culture in Petalangan, Indonesia. The investigation was inspired by the fact that people in Penang mostly ignored their traditional customs, which led to the identification of further goals in this area. Investigation of the current study This study uses qualitative techniques. This study was conducted in Petalawan village, which is located in the busy Pelalawan area of Riau province. In this particular study, participants used snowball sampling along with sample methods to collect data by observing individuals and conducting interviews. The data collected was analyzed using a specially developed interactive model created by Huberman and Miles. The result of this study is an understanding of the social dynamics of the Malay population of Petalangan, especially obtained from the digitization process. The digitization process has facilitated the emergence of new cultural expressions among the Malay population of Petalangan. Local artists and musicians can use internet platforms to disseminate their work, create music or art that combines traditional and contemporary elements, or innovate in fresh digital art forms influenced by their cultural heritage.

The Art of Dying in a Digital World: How Death is Represented in Digital Art

With the rise of computing, human rituals and cultural practices have increasingly interwoven with digital technologies. In this milieu, the cultural facets of death and art are particularly noteworthy. The realm of art has undergone a seismic shift due to computing, developing new artistic forms and enhancing the reach of older forms. Concurrently, aspects of death are now integrated into digital technologies, manifesting in unique ways such as the retention of data from the deceased, digital expressions of grief, online memorials, and the like. In light of this, our fundamental, qualitative, and exploratory study endeavors to map out and discuss digital art pieces that delve into themes of death, mourning, and digital afterlife. In doing so, we probe the intersection of art, death, and technology. Our findings delineate the primary methodologies and technologies employed in digital art centered around death, and the nuanced modalities through which this subject is portrayed in digital media.

Webi Draw: Unleashing Creativity with Handcrafted Air Drawings

Webi Draw: Unleashing Creativity with Handcrafted Air Drawings

The Media Characteristics and Subject Boundaries of Metaverse Art

ABSTRACT Digitization is the primary form of Metaverse art, making the Metaverse digitally re-enable the unfolding of art. First, as a digital art form, non-fungible token (NFT) art acts as a media technology object for digital subjects to seek an identity. It opens the potential to reflect on image ontology and image copies. Second, the development of Metaverse art is closely related to its media characteristics. The exploration of the attributes of Metaverse media can be divided into two approaches. One approach is to examine the characteristics of Metaverse media from the perspective of media archaeology and its association with cinema and games. The second approach lies in elucidating the temporal mechanism of modernity rooted in Metaverse media and rethinking the prominence and intervention of an “algorithmic timeline” in real time. Finally, the mediating properties of digital image ontology and the Metaverse’s temporal and spatiotemporal folding correspond to the two main characteristics of immersion and interactivity in a virtual space, which not only reflects the generation of an “external subject” but also triggers a crisis in the identification of the subject with the mirror image.

Collaborating for Sustainable Access to Digital Art: A Project Overview

ABSTRACT This paper addresses the preservation approach chosen for a selected group of born-digital artworks connected to the web, here categorized under the term internet art. The three first cases that are part of the project Infrastructuur Duurzame Toegankelijkheid Digitale Kunst (Collaborative Infrastructure for Sustainable Access to Digital Art) researched by LIMA (a platform for media art based in Amsterdam) focused on how to analyse internet artworks. This case study-based research was conducted in collaboration with 16 collecting institutions based in The Netherlands. The growing number of internet artworks in collections has pushed the development of preservation initiatives that consider these works’ fleeting nature, a consequence of their technical build and time-sensitive characteristics. The project aims to produce and share knowledge for these artworks’ preservation and overall sustainability while making it available for other similar works. This paper addresses the research steps while assessing its rationale and utility. It starts by describing the case study and assesses how the methodology serves conservation standards. The paper documents an overall evaluation of methods and results, pointing out the applicability and practical relevance of this initiative, here evaluated with positive conclusions. This paper fits the project’s mission concerning knowledge sharing and raising awareness for the preservation of internet artworks and is authored by a short-term PhD fellow at LIMA.

Amplifying theatre aura in the era of amplified technology

Theatre scholars and practitioners have expressed concerns about the state of theatre, with some even proclaiming that it is dying or dead. This viewpoint is often rooted in the observation of the growing competition in the art and culture sector, driven by the advancements in technology that have led to the emergence of digital art and Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs). While these technological innovations have the potential to enhance the quality of theatre content, they also present a new alternative that theatre finds hard to compete with. This article builds on Walter Benjamin's The Work of Art in an Age of Mechanical Reproduction, to explore the concept of aura and its relevance in contemporary Nigerian theatre. The study delves into the nature of the aura's manifestation, examines Benjamin's claims on the decay of the aura, and investigates how the aura has survived in the past. It further examines how modern art, particularly digital art and NFTs, have created a new form of utility. The study aims to identify strategies that can amplify theatre's aura to compete favourably with modern technology and attract new audiences whose tastes are heavily influenced by modern technology. The study finds that the theatre and its artists can use NFTs to record the provenance of their physical artworks, such as costumes, props, and set designs to allow potential buyers to easily check for the authenticity of the artwork and preserve the aura of the piece. Thereby, providing insights on how the aura can be preserved and revitalised to ensure theatre's continued relevance in the age of technology.

Cryptoart: ethical challenges of the NFT revolution

The digital transformation of the art world has become a revolution for the sector. Cryptoart, based on non-fungible tokens (NFT), is attracting the attention of artists, collectors and enthusiasts for its ability to tokenise any element that can be sold as art in the digital market. In this way, it is able to become a scarce resource and an economic asset by encapsulating the market value of a piece of digital art, which may or may not have a reference in the real world. This study will delve into the ethical aspects underlying what is known as the NFT Revolution, particularly impacts related to the abuse or destruction of cultural heritage, speculation and the generation of economic bubbles and environmental unsustainability. To this end, this research has been carried out within the framework of a hermeneutic-critical proposal for analysing, understanding and prescribing cryptoart and its processes. This, methodology, typical of the human and social sciences, critically analyses the current context of the digital transformation of art through the study and interpretation of bibliographical sources and case studies in order to reconstruct the keys and conditions of possibility that guide its development in a fair and responsible way.

The Neognostic Myth in Cyberspace

The subject of the study is the functioning of the neognostic myth in cyberspace. Such aspects of the topic as the relationship between religion and the Internet from a non-instrumental point of view on technology are considered in detail. Digital and network technologies are seen as a modern repository of religious beliefs, and not as tools for proselytizing or proclaiming the good news. With the help of an archaeological approach to technical media, the author proposes to determine the deep times of the digital disclosure of technological mysticism, depending on a specific technical materiality characterized by wireless networks and mobile devices. Currently, there are trends in world culture towards the construction of a syncretic myth, which contains elements of the dying Christian paradigm and trends introduced into it from the outside or emerging again. The categorical apparatus developed in the discourse of postmodern aesthetics makes it possible to apply such methods as phenomenological, discursive, hermeneutic and archetypal analysis to the analysis of visual culture. In the study of visual neognostic myth, the concepts of archetypal models, plots, cliches, the theory of the evolution of symbols, general cultural positions of psychoanalysis and the concept of myth are used. The main conclusions of the study are as follows. Gnostic epistemology underlies the imagination of cyberspace. There is a constant in the history of the West that Eric Davis calls "techno-gnosis." In this regard, cybergnosis would be only the latest incarnation of a profound phenomenon. In the world of cyberculture, technognosis manifests itself in hacker ethics, cyberpunk literature, science fiction films and video games. With the help of an archaeological approach to technical media, the deep moments of the digital are determined, showing that there is a technological mysticism in video games that depends on a specific materiality. The new metamodern perception of the world recognizes not only the possibility of perceiving various logical and irrational paradigms of the world order and gaining knowledge about it, but also gives a positive connotation to pluralism itself, when diversity becomes more desirable than truth, which is characteristic of cyberspace. The novelty of the research lies in the fact that the research is the basis for the formation of a clear conceptual understanding of the phenomenon of the neognostic myth in its visual form (as opposed to verbal) as a dynamic cultural model generated by digital art strategies and implemented today in media culture.

Virtual Painting through Hand Gestures: A Machine Learning Approach

The hand gesture paint application represents an innovative venture in the realm of computer vision, harnessing the capabilities of the MediaPipe library and OpenCV to develop a sophisticated painting tool driven by hand gestures. By leveraging these powerful frameworks, the application enables users to express their creativity through intuitive gestures captured by a webcam. At its core, the work seeks to redefine the conventional painting experience by providing users with a seamless interface controlled entirely by hand movements. Through the integration of the MediaPipe library and OpenCV, users can effortlessly draw, erase, and switch between various drawing tools, all with the fluidity of natural hand gestures. By eliminating the need for traditional input devices, the hand gesture paint application offers a novel approach to digital art creation, empowering users to engage directly with their canvas in a more intuitive and immersive manner. Through this innovative blend of technology and creativity, the application opens up new avenues for artistic expression, inviting users to explore the boundless possibilities of digital painting through the simple movement of their hands.

Prospective research in the field of teaching creative skills to artificial intelligence

The research relevance is determined by the importance of a thorough study of methods, schemes and models used by artificial intelligence to mechanise creativity in modern conditions of active technological development. The study aims to analyse the main processes taking place in modern art in connection with active technologization of work processes, to identify the leading concepts regarding the possibility of creating machine art in the future, etc. The employed methods are theoretical, such as analysis, systematisation, generalisation, etc., for studying key problems and further development of creativity based on artificial intelligence. The study examines in detail the main developments of Artificial General Intelligence and Artificial Narrow Intelligence, in particular the achievements of Generative adversarial networks and Creative adversarial networks. Artificial intelligence-generated art demonstrates the remarkable capabilities of technologies. The evolving artificial intelligence in the arts introduces “digital art”. Generative Adversarial Networks are used as a foundational tool for artists who use digital methods and texture generation to create unique compositions. Furthermore, sculptors collaborate with artificial intelligence tools to convert drawings into 3D models or transform historical art databases into sculptures. Creative thinking, a hallmark of human intelligence, is determined as artificial intelligence’s ability to generate new and original ideas. The development of emotional intelligence in artificial intelligence enables empathetic responses and the identification of human emotions through voice and facial expressions. The issues of authorised internationality, awareness of the creative process, psychological foundations of artificial empathy and emotional intelligence define the prospects for the development of neuroscience. Challenges persist in defining creativity, authorship, and legal aspects of artificial intelligence-generated art. The study materials may be useful for artists, art educators, technologists, and researchers interested in the intersection of technology and art, legal professionals (especially intellectual property law), and individuals involved in artificial intelligence development may find these findings valuable

CRIISL: Convert Rasterize Image Into SVG Layers

Raster images in multiple layers or vector format can be challenging for digital artists. However, converting them into Scalable Vector Graphics (SVG) format, such as Adobe Illustrator, Inkscape, or CorelDRAW, offers advantages. SVG files allow for easy resizing without loss of quality, making them ideal for creating logos, icons, and other graphics that need to be scaled to different sizes. They are lightweight and can be easily edited using code, providing more control over design elements. This versatile and flexible tool streamlines the design process and provides greater flexibility for artists in their creative projects. SVG files are smaller in size compared to raster images, making them easier to work with and share. Developers can also use code-based approaches to further manipulate and customize SVG images as needed.

Digital art work and AI: a new paradigm for work in the contemporary art sector in China

This paper explores a paradigm shift in work culture in the contemporary art sector due to digital transition and the introduction of AI. New ways of working with AI and digital software are embedded and normalized in everyday Chinese artistic practices. This work includes new forms of creativity and efficiency, yet, simultaneously includes new types of digital labour. This paper conceptualizes this as “digital art work,” which draws attention to the often-overlooked aspects of artists’ work, particularly their everyday artistic practices that increasingly include digital software and AI. What is the role and position of the artist in an environment where digital software and AI are becoming more central in artistic creation? How do artists creatively (mis)use AI? What does this paradigm shift in work culture mean for the future of the artist’s role and the future of the contemporary art sector? This paper draws on 48 semi-structured interviews with visual artists and arts professionals, including painters, sculptors, mixed-media, and internet artists as well as contemporary art gallery owners, museum project directors, curators, and culture policymakers living and working in China during 2023. The findings show how Chinese artists are mastering AI and opening up new spaces for creativity and how the contemporary art sector in China has already transitioned to a new “digital way” in artistic creation. These findings can help to create policy around AI globally and provide solutions for the sustainability of the artist profession and the future of the contemporary art sector.

The role of digitalization in today’s art: A perspective from NFT and artificial intelligenc

Digital technologies have increased our ability to process images. Artists in the past had fewer tools at their disposal to create their artworks. There is a revolution in art today thanks to development of computer technologies. Activities of artists using new technological tools that emerge with digitalization can be defined as digital art. All branches of art where art and technology combine are within the scope of digital art. The main difference between traditional art and digital art is the medium where the artwork is created. In traditional art, a musician uses a musical instrument to display his work, or a painter produces his work with canvas and brush. In digital art, this occurs using technological devices. Many applications, from digital graphic arrangements to video installations, from virtual realities to artificial intelligence applications, fall within the scope of digital art. This article's goals are to investigate how technology has affected art throughout history and to look at how digital art is created and sold. In this article, the impact of artificial intelligence on today's art and artists will be examined. NFTs, another controversial artwork of today, will be focused on and information will be given about the variants of these new technologies in today's art. Literature review and compilation were chosen as the method. According to the findings, artists who closely follow technological developments are the pioneers of the digitalization and dissemination of art. With the evolution of artificial intelligence from its first applications to the present day, artificial intelligence has now turned into a productive tool that can produce works that have never existed before, beyond being just an algorithm. In addition, it has been observed that, thanks to NFTs, digital art can escape the authority of art institutions, create its own autonomous space in a decentralized environment, and present itself as a digital asset open to everyone.