Matteo Bittanti is the co-author of GameScenes, art in the Age of Videogames with Domenico Quaranta. This website, which explores game-based artistic production, distributions, and discussion, was introduced in 2005.
GAME ART
Chris Howlett, Untitled, 178cm x 178cm, oil paint on linen, 2012 One of the most interesting artists working with videogames, Chris Howlett, is currently producing a series of paintings that "that combine traditional hand painting techniques with a commercial, and illustrative airbrushing style reminiscent of 70's and
GAME ART
Too Leiser, Looking Out, digital video, 2 minutes 7 ", 2012 "The video was on display as a continual loop on an old family TV. The same couch in the video was set up in front of the TV for the viewer to observe the piece giving an almost
ART GAME
"War, Depression, Suicide" is a collection of studio works created by multi-disciplinary artist Stephen Surlin at University of Windsor. As Surlin writes, "The works deal with an exploration of the themes of violence, especially as it is seen in war and internal violence that for many
FILM
"Glitch is an episodic comedy about growing up and staying a geek. It is so awesome it will rip your face off. Tell your friends about it! This show basks in the glory of old-school nerdery and makes no bones about being for geeks, by geeks. Don'
ART GAME
Feng Mengbo, Mortal Combat, interactive performance, True Fighter, interactive devices (PC, three-screen display, dual joysticks, dual projector and sound system), 2011 Mortal Combat (2011) is an interactive performance that features Feng Mengbo (b. 1966), his relatives, and friends as character in fighting games.F or each character, 28 sets
PAINTING
Feng Mengbo, Street Fighter IV, oil on canvas, 150cm x 200cm, 1995 (link) Related: Stefan Schwarzer Submitted by Matteo Bittanti
ART GAME
Artist created pieces that use classic NES cartridges recycled as an art canvas. Each cartridge contains a random vintage game from the original NES lineup that still works. All profits go directly to supporting the artists and team involved in the creation of the items. Link: Pauline Acalin's
GAME ART
Mikati Slade's "Kuru Kuru", 2011, installation in SL "Kuru kuru" [Japanese expression used to describe rotation]. Kuru Kuru World is about the cyclical nature of human history and civilization. Different parts of this art exhibit describe the development, destruction, and rebirth of human life
EVENT
Oliver Payne's videogame-inspired artworks are on display at Studiolo gallery, in Zurich, Switzerland as part of the exhibition "Perfect Cherry Blossom", also featuring Keiichi Tanaami (November 17, 2011 – January 28, 2012). Here's an excerpt from the gallery's press release: "In
LINK
* Regine Debatty's priceless review of GAMERZ #7 @ WMMNA: "I like GAMERZ because it's eclectic, because it makes me discover plenty of artists i had never heard about before but also because it reminds me that festivals should be left more often in the hands of
GAME ART
"The Psychasthenia Project is an interactive artwork series that explores the culture of psychological diagnosis and treatment within the context of a highly mediated consumer culture that often produces the ills it purports to treat. It is also a reflection on how the culture of mental health has become
GAME ART
"Target Audience is a piece that converts the virtual first person shooter computer gaming interface into a real active live interaction between the person holding the gun and the rest of the gallery goers. Target Audience welcomes the viewer to pick up, point, and shoot an actual (de-milled)