New Media
New media art is an exciting and integral part of the contemporary art scene in Australia. It means many things to many people but all agree on one thing - it involves innovative work that uses new technologies.
Genuine innovation requires taking risks. The challenge is to keep alive the process of experimentation, of pushing the boundaries into the future.
John Rimmer, Chair of New Media Arts Fund 1997-2000
What is new media art?
New media art, as defined by the Australia Council, is a process where new technologies are used by artists to create works that explore new modes of artistic expression. These new technologies include computers, information and communications technology, virtual or immersive environments, or sound engineering. They are the brushes and pens of a new generation of artists.
The Australian new media art scene
The potential of new media is limitless and Australian artists stand at the forefront of the new media art movement.
Over 300 visual artists, performance artists, musicians, dancers, choreographers, sound artists and writers make up the core of new media arts practice in Australia.
The new media art movement challenges conventional notions of 'what art is' and the role it plays in our society. Audiences are challenged - and confronted - by different art forms, disciplines and media. Examples include nonlinear theatre, multimedia dance and music, hybrid performances, multidimensional installations, site specific performative installations, conceptual and improvisatory performances.
Many of these collaborations involve cultural and artistic differences reflecting the cultural diversity of the Australian population.
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