How does technology mediate the artist experience?

Technological advancements have facilitated drastic changes and improvements in many aspects of modern society, specifically in the art world. A whole new medium, digital multimedia, was created thanks to technology. Where artists only had the option to paint, draw, sculpt, and photograph using traditional and sometimes limiting methods, now artists are presented with seemingly endless possibilities. The options provided by digital media allow artists to express their message in more powerful and refreshing ways. A whole new world of modern art has been discovered and is ready for exploration.

The most significant effect digital media art has had on me is providing me with the opportunity to be confident about my artwork. I have always loved art, but I’ve never possessed the ability to draw or paint with any credibility. Because I thought I possessed no talent, I never bothered making art of my own and got my art fix admiring the work of others. Digital media opened my eyes to new mediums and ways I could confidently express myself artistically.

Before technology gave birth to new mediums, only the select few who possessed great talents in painting and drawing could be really considered artists. Now, with digital media, we can all be artists. True, digital media has received criticism and is not considered by all to be “real art.” But more important than an art being credible is an art that makes artistic expression more accessible non-traditional artists.