DIGITAL MEDIA FOUNDATIONS

This book is a creative and practical introduction to the field of digital media for future designers artists and media professionals It addresses the evolution of the field its connections with traditional media up to date developments and possibilities for future directions Logically organized and thoughtfully illustrated it provides a welcoming guide to this emerging discipline Describing each medium in detail chapters trace their history evolution and potential applications The book also explains important relevant technologies such as digitizing tablets cloud storage and 3 D printers as well as new and emerging media like augmented and virtual reality With a focus on concepts and creative possibilities the text s software neutral exercises provide hands on experiences with each of the media The book also examines legal ethical and technical issues in digital media explores career possibilities and features profiles of pioneers and digital media professionals Digital Media Foundations is an ideal resource for students new professionals and instructors involved in fields of graphic and visual arts design and the history of art and design