Digital Media

The advances in the world of digital media has made it accessible to almost anyone. With a small amount of time and effort, anyone can learn to become a photo editor or music mixer through modern digital creation programs. These programs open doors for average people who might not normally be exposed to this type of media. 10 years ago the field of graphic design was completely different; the use of computers completely turned the field upside down. Normally difficult tasks like adding type to an image, all had to be done by hand -but computers changed this. As a graphic design major,I think it is wonderful that these programs are so accessible for consumers because it encourages a world of creation and exploration. It certainly makes my job easier. if computers hadn't made the world of graphic design so accessible for me, i might have a different major.  I also believe that since these programs assist in an artists ability to distribute their work more easily and effectively, it has crated a new generation of art, a digital art world. Artists can not only expose themselves online, in wonderfully designed websites but also be exposed and learn from other artists on the internet too. 

However, since these programs can be so easy, a lot of people who probably should be making videos or images, end up creating distasteful or just plain ugly songs or art. Without these programs it would take a lot of dedication and time to create something like a image or song. The easy accessibility of these programs can often remove a lot of the artistic integrity of something. It can often cheapen something because it is so easy to make. However, i do believe these programs have definately raised the standards for artistic design in the art world because you can do so many great things with them. 

ultimately, the advances in digital media has brought mostly positive advances in the world of art and music. It has raised the bar for everyone and has made it possible for just about anyone to be and artist or musician.