The new media art area is designed for students who want to explore areas such as electronic art, robotic art, installation or experimental video while encouraging the mixing of various media that have a time or technological component.
New media art utilizes the element of time with a strong intersection of technology and media that often involve interactivity and exploration of cultural concepts. The curriculum includes working at the frontiers of art, science, and technology, through hands-on learning techniques, with critical and creative thinking skills to understand the contemporary world and to create works of art that explore its workings.
Careers in the visual arts are ripe with opportunities. The 21st century multi-media explosion along with the emergence of the web, smart phones and digital tablets has created opportunities for designers and artists like never before. Business and cultural organizations across the planet need compelling visual content for these modern technologies. Combined with new tools such as 3D printing the creative class is helping to revolutionize our world. Here are possible paths your NKU Visual Arts education will prepare you for...