Digital Artistry: Exploring Techniques and Trends in Indian Art and Culture

Authors

  • Khushboo Singh Research Scholar, Department of Fine Arts, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm.2024.v09.n09.010

Keywords:

Digital art, Technique and tools

Abstract

From prehistoric cave paintings to contemporary digital creations, art has been integral to human expression throughout history.  Digital art in modern art gradually includes various forms, such as Painting, sculpture and animation, using technology as its medium. Digital art includes any artistic work using digital technology, including Painting, 3D modelling, and interactive installations. It combines human creativity with computer technology, expanding the possibilities of creative expression. Studying digital artistry in India provides insights into cultural preservation, technological innovation, and social commentary. It promotes educational development and economic opportunities, contributing to the country's vibrant artistic scene. Technological advancements have democratized digital art creation in India, leading to diverse artistic expressions. Integrating digital art with emerging technologies like AR, VR, and NFTs opens up new possibilities for artistic exploration and dissemination. Digital art techniques include digital Painting, vector art, and 3D modelling, facilitated by hardware such as graphics tablets and software such as Adobe Creative Cloud. Brushes, textures and plugins enhance the creative process, while photo manipulation and 3D sculpting provide new avenues for artistic expression. Digital artistry in India offers insights into cultural dynamism, technological innovation and artistic development. This research paper delves into the evolving landscape of digital artistry in India, exploring various techniques, trends, and the socio-cultural impact of digital art in the country.

Author Biography

Khushboo Singh, Research Scholar, Department of Fine Arts, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh

Khushboo Singh passed her Bachelor Degree in English Lit., Painting, and Philosophy in 2018 and her Master Degree in Painting in 2020 from University of Allahabad, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh. She passed her B.Ed. degree also in 2023 from Siddharth University, Kapilvastu, U.P. She has participated in many art exhibitions and workshops at Lalit Kala Academy, the University of Allahabad, the Allahabad Museum, and in other universities also. She qualified the NTA NET Junior Research Fellowship (JRF) exam in 2021-22 in the Visual Arts subject. She attended many seminars and conferences for paper presentations. Now she is pursuing her Ph.D. degree from the Fine Arts Department of Aligarh Muslim University and teaching also in the Fine Arts Section, Women’s College of Aligarh Muslim University, for 19 months. Her PhD research topic is “Digital Expansion in Visual Arts in India".

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28-09-2024

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Singh, K. (2024). Digital Artistry: Exploring Techniques and Trends in Indian Art and Culture. RESEARCH REVIEW International Journal of Multidisciplinary, 9(9), 88–94. https://doi.org/10.31305/rrijm.2024.v09.n09.010

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Vol. 9 No. 9 (2024): RESEARCH REVIEW International Journal of Multidisciplinary

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