Technology
Definition
This term refers to artworks that engage with or incorporate technology, often exploring its impact on society, culture, and the human experience. Art related to technology can range from digital and interactive media to works that critique or reflect on the role of technology in modern life.
History
The relationship between art and technology has been a central theme in contemporary art, particularly since the advent of digital media and the internet. Artists like Nam June Paik and Eduardo Kac have used technology both as a medium and as a subject, creating works that explore the intersections between art, science, and technology.
Notable Examples
Eduardo Kac
GFP Bunny, 2000
Key Artists & Movements
Key figures include Nam June Paik, a pioneer of video art whose work TV Buddha juxtaposes ancient spirituality with modern technology, and Eduardo Kac, a bio-artist known for his controversial work GFP Bunny, which involved the creation of a genetically modified rabbit that glows under blue light.
Techniques & Materials
Techniques involve the use of digital media, video, interactive installations, and biotechnology to create artworks that engage with technological themes. Artists may use software, hardware, and scientific techniques to produce works that challenge traditional boundaries between art, science, and technology. The exploration of technology in art often raises questions about the impact of technological advancements on society, ethics, and the human condition, creating works that are both innovative and thought-provoking.
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