Graphic Art
Graphic Design
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3D Modeling
BFA Capstone Project | The Tile Project
Abstract | Interactive digital design program and collaborative tile mosaic installation.
The Tile Project investigates the boundaries of creative ownership of content created through digital programming. Viewers are invited to participate in this work by digitally designing a tile, then adding a printed version to a collaborative mosaic. By relinquishing my ownership of the assets (hand-drawn tiles) within the project, I assert that the products of creative programming software should belong unequivocally to the users who create them. This challenges the current notion that software developers retain control over the content generated by their tools. This work is a direct response to recent industry controversies, in which subscription-based companies like Canva and Adobe claim the rights to all digital work created on their platforms. These developments underscore the need for a nuanced understanding of creative ownership in the digital age.
Through the tile grid, participants can contribute their individual tiles to a larger, shared canvas. This collaborative endeavor challenges traditional notions of ownership by blurring the lines between individual and collective authorship. Each tile becomes part of a larger, interconnected mosaic, where the contributions of multiple creators merge into a unified whole. The grid serves as a mirror of the digital landscape, where content is often created, shared, and remixed by multiple individuals. By participating in this collaborative endeavor, users not only assert their own creative agency but also acknowledge and celebrate the contributions of others. This process fosters a sense of community and shared ownership, highlighting the potential of collective creativity and informed decisions in the digital age.
