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The Features of Ukrainian Media Art in a Global Context

  • Hridyayeva, Tamara O. (Lviv National Academy of Arts) ;
  • Kohut, Volodymyr O. (Lviv National Academy of Arts) ;
  • Tokar, Maryna I. (Kharkiv State Academy of Design and Arts) ;
  • Stanychnov, Oleg O. (Kharkiv State Academy of Design and Arts) ;
  • Helytovych, Andrii A. (Art School n.a. O. Novakivskyi)
  • Received : 2021.04.05
  • Published : 2021.04.30

Abstract

The article seeks to explore Ukrainian media art and its features in a global context. In particular, it performs an in-depth analysis of the stages of its development from video art of the 1990s, media installations of the 2000s, and to various digital and VR technologies today. Due to historical circumstances, the development of media art was quite rapid, as young artists sought to gain new experience in media art. Most often, their experience was broadened through international cooperation and studying abroad. The paper analyzes the presentation of Ukrainian media art outside the country during 1993-2020 and distinguishes the main thematic areas of the artists' work. It examines how artists present and reveal the peculiarities of the Ukrainian worldview, aesthetics, and culture through the problematization of certain aspects and themes in their work. Specifically, among the principal topics which are problematized in the work of media artists are a sensory experience, limited sensory capabilities, gender issues, the Chernobyl tragedy, the development of utopian models of the city, and global communication. The leading themes of Ukrainian artists also include revolution and war. Notably, political and social sentiments determine the unique energy and vitality of contemporary Ukrainian art, create a revolutionary creative environment, and unite media artists in group art projects. It is concluded that by showing, exhibiting, and presenting them outside the country, artists shape the image of Ukrainian art in a global context.

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