Coronavirus, Covid-19 has evolved into a pandemic which continues to spread at a rapid speed. As many schools and jobs are transitioning from meeting in person to now fully online for the time being, many arts organisations are canceling events that are only experienced through an in-person medium. Forcing artists to clear calendars that were scheduled out months in advance without any alternative options to make up for this loss of income.
When I started my platform on ITRGBloom, I was primarily driven by the incredibly large gap between artists and digital technologies. Many artists turn away from a digital transition out of a belief that it dilutes the artistic experience. Covid-19 is quickly showing how important it is for artists to have an online presence, and to find and provide other mediums to which we can showcase high quality art through the internet.
My theory through human observation is based on the understanding that when humans overcome obstacles like a pandemic outbreak such as this, we tend to evolve. This pattern simply suggests that when the time comes, we will not come to question whether or not you are a "digital person" but rather the question will instead ask what your digital preferences are... more so, what are the digital preferences of your audience?
It's only a matter of time before we're getting ready for "date night at the art show" in the comfort of our own homes with mind blowing technology that goes beyond the current concepts of virtual reality. What if we were able to see clearly the details of a full symphony orchestra while simultaneously watching the very notes they're playing notated before our eyes, in an experience that surpasses our current understanding of what a music concert is?
Before I get too ahead of myself with romanticised thoughts on the oh so near realities of a black mirror episode, let me just say that I aim to bring fellow artists of today some value with understanding the current position we are in, and the ability that we have to broadcast our artistic talents through clear strategy, and the utilisation of technological resources that are currently available to us.
PLEASE NOTE: This episode is in no way a means to dilute the gravity of the Coronavirus. If you are in a position that is better off than those who have been directly impacted by this virus, I encourage you to take your shortcomings of gig cancelations and slow-downs with gratitude and stride. Stay clean, wash your hands, and be considerate of others.
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