1. Where/how do you see the art world being affected after Instagram?
We can already see how the art world has been affected by social media, specifically Instagram. Of course, there are pros and cons to this. Instagram has millions of users which can allow for a large following. There are artists making money selling their art through their page on their own and without the help of a museum or the traditional art world. Artists are being discovered on Instagram every year. However, these artists are being called “Instagram artist” which is quite degrading. They are being undervalued. They are viewed as less of an artist because of where they displayed their art and how they were discovered.
I think Instagram has been a big part of the art world and when/if it disappears it could have negative effects. Instagram has revealed the flaws in the traditional art world. The artists who have been discovered with Instagram should never have had to turn to social media to break into the art world. Although, now that this flaw has been revealed it may be a good thing when/if Instagram disappears. These artists may finally have the chance to be discovered by the traditional art world and be represented in museums.
2. What is the next platform and/or new way of showing our work to others?
One day Instagram’s popularity will decrease and might possibly disappear. How will we show our work to others? Will another platform replace Instagram? These are questions we can’t answer in the present moment but there will always be another platform that arises. All we can do is hope for a platform that is better for artists and for people to recognize that no matter where someone is discovered – an artist is an artist.
What advice do you have for a young artist?
· Be true to yourself.
· Keep all your art even if you consider it a failure.
· Don’t compare yourself to other artists.
· Work outside.
· Create as often as you can.
· Don’t be afraid to try new things.
“Art is harmony parallel with nature.”
“Remke Sunset” © Alyssa Barnett