Art has always been at the heart of Saudi culture. From the intricate rock carvings of AIUIa to the rhythms of classic poetry and hand-woven crafts, the artist has always been the respected keeper of stories. Today, a breathtaking new chapter is taking form, combining state-of-the-art digital museums and works in the open-air with dazzling
Harold Cohen was one of the first to eschew the boundaries between machine intelligence and human creativity, with his work in the 1980s, created with a computer programme – AARON – designed to allow the artist to produce work independently. His adventures with code marked the beginning of a new era of digital art, which
For previous generations, wealth was simple. It meant property, savings accounts, stable careers, maybe a stock portfolio if you were ambitious. But Gen Z grew up in a digital-first world, one shaped by streaming, gaming skins, creator culture, and online communities. So it’s no surprise that their definition of value looks completely different. To Gen
It was almost seventy years ago that the Atomium was built for the Expo 58, the world exhibition. Inspired by an atom of iron, its nine spheres represent Belgium’s erstwhile nine provinces and the strength of the country. The Atomium was the symbol of Expo 58 and has become an icon of Belgium. The renovation
In the ever-expanding universe of digital creativity, artists today are charting new territory for what digital art can be and who it can reach. The Gray Area Festival, a conference and exhibition focused on culture and technology held in San Francisco’s Mission District, celebrated its ninth iteration in October. It was organised around the theme
Visiting the gallery earlier this term, I spoke to Sally about her visions for the future – both of the gallery, and art itselfRyan Vowles for Varsity Located right in the heart of Cambridge (next to Boots pharmacy), MODO gallery has a surprisingly low-profile presence in the student art scene, perhaps due to its recent
If you’re a digital artist looking to transition to using your iPad more, here’s a collection of the best creative apps to help you get started. As you probably already know, Apple recently released its new iPads alongside the Apple Pencil Pro. And, if you read my Wacom vs. Apple piece, you’ll know that I
A version of this article originally appeared in The Back Room, our lively recap funneling only the week’s must-know art industry intel into a nimble read you’ll actually enjoy. Artnet News Pro members get exclusive access—subscribe now to receive the newsletter in your inbox every Friday. Even if you weren’t at Art Basel Miami Beach this week, it’s likely that
Engaging with digital arts and culture activities is a critical step in building digital confidence in older people who are often excluded from the online world, according to a new University of Sheffield report. Creative activities such as digital photography and online local history research serve as a vital entry point to the digital world
For the past six months, Electric Objects — the company that makes the EO1, a three-in-one device that’s a high-definition screen, computer and app made specifically to display digital art — has commissioned over $50,000 of original art. The company tapped more than 50 artists from around the globe, who made over 200 pieces, and