TY - DATA AU - Hope, Cat, AU - Ryan,John TI - Digital arts: an introduction to new media SN - 9781501388347 U1 - 776 23 PY - 2021/// CY - [London, England] PB - Bloomsbury Publishing KW - Technology and the arts KW - New media art KW - Computer art KW - Media studies KW - bicssc N1 - Includes bibliographical references (pages 231-246) and index N2 - This text presents an introduction to new media art through key debates and theories. This book begins with the historical contexts of the digital arts, discusses contemporary forms, and concludes with current and future trends in distribution and archival processes. Considering the imperative of artists to adopt new technologies, the chapters of the book progressively present a study of the impact of the digital on art, as well as the exhibition, distribution and archiving of artworks. Reflecting contemporary research in the field, case studies illustrate concepts and developments outlined in this book. Additionally, reflections and questions provide opportunities for readers to explore terms, theories and examples relevant to the field. Consistent with the other volumes in the New Media series, a bullet-point summary and a further reading section enhance the introductory focus of each chapter UR - https://doi.org/10.5040/9781501388347?locatt=label:secondary_bloomsburyCollections ER -