Augmented Reality: A Complimentary Medium for Traditional Art Practice

Neville, Alexandra M.

Augmented Reality: A Complimentary Medium for Traditional Art Practice

Neville, Alexandra M.

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dc.contributor.author	Neville, Alexandra M.
dc.date.accessioned	2025-03-12T00:09:54Z
dc.date.available	2025-03-12T00:09:54Z
dc.date.issued	2023
dc.identifier.uri	http://hdl.handle.net/10453/185680
dc.description	University of Technology Sydney. Faculty of Engineering and Information Technology.	en_US.UTF-8
dc.description.abstract	This thesis explores the integration of Augmented Reality (AR) as a complementary medium to traditional art practices, examining their connection and highlighting inherent benefits and challenges. Using Practice-Based Research and Grounded Theory methodologies, this study observes a series of collaborations that create artworks exploring the integration of AR within the context of traditional sculpture practices. Two notable AR projects are reviewed: the conversion of the multi-medium film "Jarli" by Simon Rippingale into an AR experience for Science Alive! and the creation of the Platform exhibit with Sydney marble sculptor Alex Seton. Exploring AR as a complementary medium to traditional art practices unveils a nuanced dialogue, emphasising the importance of practitioners understanding the constraints and advantages of both mediums, facilitating a shared creative language between artists and technologists. The case studies ultimately highlight the theme of "magic" in merging tangible and elusive elements. This theme provides a playful engagement that underscores the duality between contrasting worlds. This research contributes to the evolving intersection of AR as a medium within contemporary art practices, shedding light on its potential to enhance and transform traditional artistic methods.	en_US.UTF-8
dc.format	Thesis (MSc(CompSc))
dc.language.iso	en_US	en_US.UTF-8
dc.relation	https://opus.lib.uts.edu.au/bitstream/10453/185680/1/thesis.pdf
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dc.rights	© 2023 Alexandra M. Neville
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dc.title	Augmented Reality: A Complimentary Medium for Traditional Art Practice	en_US.UTF-8
dc.type	Thesis
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This thesis explores the integration of Augmented Reality (AR) as a complementary medium to traditional art practices, examining their connection and highlighting inherent benefits and challenges. Using Practice-Based Research and Grounded Theory methodologies, this study observes a series of collaborations that create artworks exploring the integration of AR within the context of traditional sculpture practices. Two notable AR projects are reviewed: the conversion of the multi-medium film "Jarli" by Simon Rippingale into an AR experience for Science Alive! and the creation of the Platform exhibit with Sydney marble sculptor Alex Seton. Exploring AR as a complementary medium to traditional art practices unveils a nuanced dialogue, emphasising the importance of practitioners understanding the constraints and advantages of both mediums, facilitating a shared creative language between artists and technologists. The case studies ultimately highlight the theme of "magic" in merging tangible and elusive elements. This theme provides a playful engagement that underscores the duality between contrasting worlds. This research contributes to the evolving intersection of AR as a medium within contemporary art practices, shedding light on its potential to enhance and transform traditional artistic methods.

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