Digital Art A True Art Form

Digital art has indeed evolved into a distinct discipline within the broader field of art. It encompasses a wide range of creative practices that utilize digital technology as an essential part of the creative or presentation process. While skill sets to learn and use technological advances are undoubtedly required to create digital art of any type - including modern art through digital technology, an artistic mindset is also a requisite. We are talking about digital art that has a professional look and commercial value. 

TOOLS AND TECHNOLOGY

Digital artists use software like Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Procreate, Blender, and various other specialized programs for creating digital paintings, illustrations, 3D models, animations, and more. Tools like graphics tablets, styluses, and VR/AR devices are often integral to digital art creation.

An interesting thing about digital art and conventional art like painting, do have something in common - both these art disciplines require an artistic mindset and a passion for art. Simply put, mastering all the technology related to digital art, will not necessarily mean that a qualified and trained technical expert, would deliver impressive digital art works. 

DIGITAL ART FOLLOWERS

Fair to presume that digital art followers are more likely to be tech savvy as compared to art lovers that, adore conventional forms of art like paintings. Appreciating art created by digital technology might, require a fair amount of technical knowledge. 

Artists working on digital art can often gain commercial benefits using their skills, freelance work for digital artists is becoming increasingly available in recent times. Forums, social media groups, and online courses create strong communities around digital art. Digital art fairs, VR exhibitions, and conventions like SIGGRAPH and PAX focus on digital and interactive art.

Blockchain technology offers the concept of NFT for digital art creations. Not quite easy to understand for a non technical person, but simply put NFT allows digital artists to get paid for their work without, actually parting with their art works. This does sound a big confusing but, a deep explanation of NFT (non-fungible token) would be beyond the scope of this report. 

A growing segment of art collectors focus exclusively on digital art in the form of NFTs. Many digital artists find work through commissions for individual clients or companies. Numerous online platforms offer tutorials and courses specifically for digital art, including platforms like Udemy, Coursera, and specialized art schools.

AI IN DIGITAL ART 

Artificial intelligence (AI) has become a transformative force in the realm of digital art, influencing both the creation process and the types of art that can be produced. For the sake of this report, we will treat the introduction of artificial intelligence in digital art, as another aspect of technology that has entered this discipline in art. 

As AI technology continues to evolve, its role in digital art is likely to expand, offering new tools and possibilities for artists while also raising new questions and challenges. The ongoing dialogue between technology and creativity promises to push the boundaries of what art can be, creating opportunities for innovation and collaboration across disciplines.

MIXED ART FORMS THE FUTURE? 

It would not be surprising to see the evolution of a new art discipline, that combines digital art and conventional art. This could happen in many ways, one way would be by the combined efforts of conventional artists and digital artists. 

Here are some random ideas related to combining digital art and conventional art. Interestingly the technology and knowhow, to execute such creations are currently available. Read on for some interesting possibilities.

Artists may start by creating preliminary sketches or compositions digitally using tools like Photoshop or Procreate. These sketches can then be transferred to a physical canvas for painting. Digital sketches can be projected onto a canvas, allowing the artist to trace and paint over them, combining precise digital planning with the tactile qualities of traditional painting.

Digital artworks can be printed on various surfaces (e.g., canvas, paper) and then further enhanced with traditional media like acrylics, oils, pastels, or inks. Artists can create digital collages that are printed and then incorporated into larger mixed-media pieces, blending digital imagery with physical textures and materials.

DIGITAL ART SUMMARY

Back to our main topic on digital art, an art form that has already gained recognition as an art form and will continue to gain a bigger audience. Digital art has not only created its own niche but has also influenced traditional art forms. Many traditional artists incorporate digital tools into their workflows, and the boundaries between digital and traditional art continue to blur. The unique capabilities of digital media—such as infinite reproducibility, ease of sharing, and interactive possibilities—continue to expand what art can be and how it can be experienced.