We presented our seminar on Technology for Art: The Power of Collaboration in New Media Arts, at 91Springboard, 7th block, Koramangala, Bengaluru on 30th November 2019. The seminar focused on experimental new media arts, its significance and the power of collaboration in New Media Arts. This brought together a diverse group of students, artists, critics, designers, and technology experts under one roof to discuss the current scenario of new media arts and technology in India.
Speaking about the seminar Ms. Rajshree Sharma, Creative Director of Artillume said, “Creative thinkers always desire to give wings to their ideas however either fear of the unfamiliar or the lack of opportunities keeps one from it. We believe that the Artillume initiative is going to be a big enabler of such creators through encouraging and exhibiting public display of new media light art in open spaces.”
Speakers in the seminar included Mr. Allan Parker- Contemporary Artist & Designer, Mr. Gururaj Nayak- Founder, Qogno Digital Infrastructure Pvt Ltd, Ms. Marialaura Ghidini- Contemporary Art Curator & Writer and Ms. Rajshree Sharma- Creative Director, Artillume. The panel consisted of distinguished personalities, Mr Vishal Kumaraswamy –New Media Artist & curator, Programme Director, Walkin Studios and Mr. Shashank Satish- Founder & Artist- Curator at Holy Cow! Studio.