Modern Technology: Digital Arts

Communication and entertainment purposes

These new technologies have become a necessity to all human beings for

A form of communication

It expresses ideas through visual elements and principles in an artistic, advanced and creative way.

Accessible to mass consumption

With the availability of modern technology, digital artworks are easier to access and share in the different social and multimedia platforms

Wider range of artforms to produce

With the different applications and software available in making digital artworks, artists have many choices to the kind of artwork they want to produce

More productive and practical

Creating digital artworks uses limited materials unlike the traditional way of making art.

Non-motivated and Motivated

There are two (2) roles/functions of art

Non-motivated Function of Art

This means that art is based on one’s perspective and does not fulfill a specific external purpose.

Motivated Function of Art

These arts are intentional, and they are used by the artist or creator.

Communication

As most forms of communication, it has an intent to give meaning and direction towards another individual.

Art as entertainment

Digital art gives mixed emotions and moods for the purpose of relaxing or entertaining the viewer

Avant-Garde

This is the Art of political change. In the 21st century, digital arts were used to bring about political change.

Art as a Free zone

Contemporary art has enhanced its tolerance toward cultural differences, as well as critical and liberating functions (social inquiry, activism, subversion, deconstruction, etc.). 

Art for Social Causes

Art can be used to raise awareness in the different issues in the surrounding.

Art for Medical Purposes

Art is also used as a therapy by therapists, psychotherapists and clinical psychologists.

Art for Propaganda or commercialism

Art is often utilized as propaganda to influence popular conception or mood. In the same way, it is also used to sell products.