Another example of digital art (see previous post on postsecret) that is shaping the boundaries of a new self is found at the 'largest art community in the world' in www.deviantart.com. The purpose is that users within the 'deviant' community post their works, mostly photography or digital manipulation to a community of fellow 'artists'. What I can most strikingly see as different in this type of artistic expression, is how it is made for and by the community. For the community since the works are mostly posted in view of obtaining comments and recognition from others. By the community, since the most viewed works are displayed first, easier to find, and thus subject to the community's approval.
At the same time, within this community, one can organize and keep a list of favourite artists and works, thus defining one's place in the web of 'digital online artists'.
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