Culture (Cultural Context)
Definition
Culture
Shared ideas, beliefs, values, customs, and ways of life.
Genres, techniques and forms
Definition
Genre
A category of art.
- The physical nature of a work of art, for example painting, graphic design, sculpture, literature, film, music, theatre, fashion and architecture.
- The way an artist uses their technical skills to create their art.
- The techniques used to create, edit and publish art have evolved and adapted to advances in digital technology.
While digital technology has made it easier to create and share art, it has also raised questions about authenticity and ownership.
Ways to experience art and entertainment
- Before digital technology, art and entertainment were often experienced in physical spaces like galleries, theatres, and concert halls.
- Now, digital platforms offer new ways to engage with these forms.
- Platforms that create digital ways to experience art commonly use:
- Streaming: Playing and consuming digital media without needing to download it.
- Online exhibitions: A presentation or exhibition delivered via the internet.
Spotify is a common example of a streaming service that allows users to play music without needing to download it beforehand.
Memes, online forums, internet celebrities and influencers
- The internet has created new forms of cultural expression that are unique to the digital age.
- Digital media introduced memes, multimedia content used for entertainment.
- Digital culture, content, and memes are usually shared on online forums.
- The widespread of digital technology and the internet allowed for the creation of influencers.
Definition
Forum
Digital multimedia platform where users can create discussions using posts, reactions, and messages.
Definition
Influencers
Celebrities who became popular individuals through digital media.
