Lecture 8: The Future of Art: Technology and Ethics

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Explore Lecture 8: The Future of Art: Technology and Ethics, covering In Lecture 8 of the History of Art course, students examine current and emerging trends in the art world, focusing on.

Topics Covered

  • Introduction to Emerging Art Trends: Digital Age
  • Historical Foundations of Digital Art
  • Introduction to NFTs as Art Platforms
  • How NFTs Are Reshaping Art Ownership
  • Social Media’s Role as a New Art Medium
  • Interactive and Immersive Digital Art Installations
  • Ethical Considerations in Digital Art Creation and Distribution
  • Technology’s Impact on Audience Engagement in Art
  • Sustainability in Digital and Emerging Art
  • Global Democratization of Art Through Digital Media
  • AI as a Tool and Collaborator in Contemporary Art
  • Conclusion and Future Directions in Art

References

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  • Kugler, L. (2021) 'Non-Fungible Tokens and the Environment.' Communications of the ACM, 64(7), pp. 19-20.
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