Is Digital Art…Art?
Over the years as the use of computers in our every day lives have grown, so has the debate over weather digital art is really art. Some would say that if art is created with the computer, rather than say a paint brush, for example, that it is not a viable art form.
The same question arose when photography hit the scene. As we know today, however, the photographer does not just hit the shutter button, and have the photograph turn out instantly beautiful and perfect. The photographer has to understand not only how to use their camera, but also to have an eye for composition and color, an understanding of light and shadow, and with today’s digital cameras, working knowledge of Photoshop does not hurt. The camera is a tool for the artist. The camera is not the artist itself.
Today, the same philosophy applies to digital artists. Fractal, graphic and 3d software is available as an artistic tool. It is up to the artist to manipulate that tool; to create the art. It is simply another medium that would never have come to pass without the creation of the computer. It is just as much a labor of love and work of art as traditional mediums.
I am ever grateful that digital art exists as an artistic medium. It gives me a chance to express myself in ways that other mediums do not. It just resonates with my soul. I hope that my passion is felt in your heart when you gaze upon my fractal art, just as much as my heart sings while creating it. As always, I thank you for your continued support!
Go out and make it a fractalicious day!
Kimberly Rae Hansen
Fine Fractal Artist
