Rethinking Power Dynamics in Software Tools for Artists
Offered By: Stanford University via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the complex power dynamics between artists and software tools in this Stanford seminar presented by Jingyi Li, a PhD candidate in Computer Science. Delve into the limitations of preset options in digital art software and the tension between structured programming and exploratory visual art creation. Discover insights from interviews with professional artists, highlighting the importance of fine-grain aesthetic control and adaptable workflows. Learn about the Demystified Dynamic Brushes (DDB) system, a creative coding environment designed to empower artists by visualizing program information directly on artwork. Examine the concept of "normative ground" in software tools and its impact on user empowerment. Gain valuable perspectives on how tool designers can mitigate power imbalances and support unpredictable, emergent, and messy creative practices.
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Stanford Seminar - Rethinking power dynamics in software tools for artists
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Stanford Online
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