Information Arts: Intersections of Art, Science and Technology (Leonardo Book) (Leonardo Books) Book + PRICE WATCH * Amazon pricing is not included in price watch

Information Arts: Intersections of Art, Science and Technology (Leonardo Book) (Leonardo Books) Book

If art is our most reliable oracle, then the future looks cool, digital and expensive. Stephen Wilson's massive Information Arts compiles notes on and samples of the work of over 200 artists, organised loosely by scientific discipline. Artists drawing inspiration from cell cultures, GPS, robots, surveillance databases and other technological muses receive a page or two of commentary, often including their own statements and critical reviews. The image selection is only adequate and often puzzling--why show a photograph of an installation meant to be experienced in total darkness, for example? Still, as a reference and resource guide, Information Arts is without parallel, especially for the largest section, covering computer-related or computer-aided artworks. Deep research, engaging prose and copious listings of further information make it essential for exploring the avant. --Rob LightnerRead More

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  • Blackwell

    A new breed of contemporary artist engages science and technology--not just to adopt the vocabulary and gizmos, but to explore and comment on the content, agendas, and possibilities. Indeed, proposes Stephen Wilson, the role of the artist is not...

  • Foyles

    An introduction to the work and ideas of artists who use--and even influence--science and technology.

  • 0262731584
  • 9780262731584
  • S Wilson
  • 4 March 2003
  • MIT Press
  • Paperback (Book)
  • 969
  • New edition
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