Digital Art History, My Take!

John F. Simon, Jr., Color Panel v. 1.0

pbonds87 — Thu, 01 May 2008 02:30:29 +0000

Looking at this picture it reminded me of a computer chip. Not a traditional computer chip but one that is hightly advanced and that is not used in modern computers. The usage of colors tell me that its supposed to stand out and be noticed. So in saying that if it was a computer chip it would be one of high importance. From reading the artists meaning of the piece my thoughts was close to what it is. It’s actually a recycled laptop screen that is programed to display a series of colors and patterns that never repeat themselves. I think the piece is very interesting, so in conclusion, i liked it.

Gaming as Digital Art

pbonds87 — Thu, 01 May 2008 05:09:41 +0000

I think gaming is most definately digital Art! It utilizes computer to portray images! the best part is that they move and you can control it. I had wonderful memories as a child playing Nintendo. I think it was the best invention so far!

Tattoos

pbonds87 — Thu, 01 May 2008 05:00:39 +0000

Would tattoos be considered digital art? or even art perhaps? I think it is, just on a different canvas. I love tattoss, but if you feel differently, Let me know what you think! take a look at the videos!

The next video is about Tribal tattoos

Database Vs. Narrative

pbonds87 — Thu, 01 May 2008 04:48:06 +0000

Lev Manovich’s approach is different, and certainly more cautious. He examines apparent dichotomies relevant to the new media information access vs. psychological engagement, data vs. algorithm, database vs. narrative and reveals their similarities rather than their differences. Both Manovich and Murray acknowledge that a new form will emerge. Murray stresses the supremacy of the narrative, confident that above all the new media will be an outlet for storytelling. Every day in life, we are constantly using databases. Every single day we use our computers without knowing to access databases.

Computing Machinery and Intelligence

pbonds87 — Thu, 01 May 2008 04:32:04 +0000

Christiane Paul’s essay was very appealing to me. She intrigues the readers to think about art from an artists perspective, and from someone who may not be considered an artist at all. It is amazing how the rise and growth of computers give leeway to people who may not have been born with artistic ability. Computers perform all of the visualizations for her ideas, but is she really an artist? I am still trying to understand the history of digital art but I can’t grasp the concept of “digital art” until I receive a deeper understanding of what it truly is.

Update :) 4/29/08

pbonds87 — Thu, 01 May 2008 04:23:19 +0000

The toll that art history has taken on the world is amazing. Starting out with basic art tools, such as paint and charcoal, digital art encourages the artist to find and utilize new and up to date technology to create new works of art. To be a digital artist, there must be a love and appreciation for finding new electronic tools. That was my main goal in taking this course. I wanted to know how these “digital pieces” were created and the advancements that have been made throughout the year.

The Spine!

pbonds87 — Thu, 01 May 2008 04:08:45 +0000

Michael Rees, Anja Spine Series 5, 1998

Being a dance minor, this picture excited me…It reminded me of the struggle I went through to learn about the spine and how it works. In dance, understanding the spine is very essential, so that you know the proper way to move, and even stretch. I admire this artist because it takes someone very special to turn the “spine” into something that can be looked as a work of art. In dance, the body shape and movement can be looked at as a sculptured piece, just as I view this spine.

With this spine being apart of a series, it seems to me as if the artists views the spine as a moving image or sculpture, similar to dance.

The Beginning of Animation

pbonds87 — Thu, 01 May 2008 03:49:49 +0000

Charles Csuri, Hummingbird, 1967

Everything has to start somewhere, and here is the foundation of animation…I like this picture because it reminds me of my love for history…I enjoy finding out how things started and who invented it. Reminiscing on times when I was bored in elementary school…I drew different images on separate pieces of paper, which would later combine to “look” like the object I drew was moving.

My favorite! Andy Warhol!

pbonds87 — Thu, 01 May 2008 03:34:29 +0000

I enjoy viewing Andy Warhol’s work because it confirms my previous thoughts of what digital art is. Looking at this picture, he took one image, and changed the color scheme to depict the life and times of Marilyn Monroe. When I first viewed the picture, I took the fading discolorations in a symbolic way. I interpreted the fading of colors to resemble her career at its peak point, and as she slowly dropped out of the spotlight; perhaps death.

I enjoy Warhol’s work because he strayed away from the norm (painting and maybe sculpture) to create digital prints that are still admired today. Warhol allows the viewer to interpret the silk-screening image on their own, rather than giving a precise depiction of what it actually means.

UPDATE 4/10/08

pbonds87 — Thu, 01 May 2008 02:40:11 +0000

Attention to all my biggest fans :

Throughout the semester, I have been collecting and writing about different art works and installations that I have found to be interesting. I wanted to wait until I had a worthy collection of works before posting, So please take the time to comment when appropriate!