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Art for Computer Scientists: Processing as an Open-Source Art Medium for Computer Science Undergraduates

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Abstract

Art undergraduates increasingly engage in the design and coding of digital media and generative art, for example, using the open-source Processing library and Integrated Development Environment (IDE) created for visual artists. An equivalent cross-over, of art and creativity into traditional computer science programmes, is not so evident despite a shortfall of skilled graduates in the digital media sector. This paper considers art for computer scientists and outlines a Keele University Animation and Multimedia module that uses media programming not only as a vehicle for first-year undergraduates to practice new Java programming skills, but also as an opportunity for artistic exploration and creative expression.

Conference Name Electronic Visualisation & the Arts (EVA) 2021
Conference Location London
Start Date Jul 5, 2021
End Date Jul 9, 2021
Acceptance Date Mar 19, 2021
Publication Date Jul 9, 2021
Series Title Electronic Visualisation & the Arts (EVA) 2021
Publisher URL https://www.scienceopen.com/hosted-document?doi=10.14236/ewic/EVA2021.29

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