Algorithmic Art: The Formation of the Genre and Its Perception in Contemporary Society
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algorithmic art, generative art, digital aesthetics, artificial intelligence, conceptual art, computational creativityAbstract
Algorithmic art is a form of creativity in which the pattern is generated according to a predetermined sequence of mathematical instructions (an algorithm). The aim of this study is to analyze the nature and history of algorithmic art, as well as to examine how this phenomenon is perceived by contemporary audiences. A comprehensive approach was applied in this work: a literature review on the history and theories of algorithmic art was conducted, along with an empirical study — a survey of 65 participants aged 11 to 70. The methodology included a descriptive analysis of sources and a quantitative study of public opinion using statistical processing. The results show that algorithmic art bridges science and creativity, highlighting the role of process and randomness in image generation. Most respondents from older age groups (over 30) recognized algorithmic art as an independent genre, while opinions among younger participants were more divided. The findings confirm that algorithmic art lies at the intersection of culture and technology: although it is actively developing and gaining popularity, public opinion about it remains ambiguous, partly due to questions of authorship and artistic value.
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