Who's Afraid of New Media?

Contemporary Art Lecture Series

The MFA presents a daylong seminar exploring the world of new media. Hear perspectives by curators, artists, and world-class collectors. Encompassing digital, computer, and electronic art, new media is an exciting and evolving art medium. Examine the phrase “new media,” its historic meaning, how it is practiced, and the body of art it references today, then experience new media works for yourself.

Presenters:

George Fifield, independent curator and founding director, Boston Cyberarts Festival

Georgie Friedman, artist

Wendy Richmond, artist, author

Michael and Ann Spalter, collectors

Mark Tribe, author, artist, assistant professor, Modern Culture and Media Studies, Brown University.

Funded by the Carl J. and Ruth Shapiro Family Foundation