The Inspiration of Wild Romanticism in New Media Art to Contemporary Wilderness

Authors

  • Xiaochu Dai

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.54097/f5x2kp32

Keywords:

Wilderness, Romanticism, New Media Art, External Spaces, Internal States

Abstract

The concept of wilderness originates in Romanticism and first appeared in the literature and landscapes of the Romantic period, emphasising its external spaces and internal states. With the development of digital technologies, the sensory experience brought by immersion and interactivity in the new audiovisual medium blurs the boundaries between the exterior and interior of wilderness aesthetics, allowing our material and spiritual have a deeper connection with nature. This paper explores the application of Wild Romanticism in the interactive installation, The Ephemeral Lake, and broadens the definition of wilderness aesthetics in the context of new media. It aims to dissolve the dualistic trend of contemporary wilderness, build bridges in environmental humanities and media studies, and provide new ideas for solving the climate crisis.

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Published

21-01-2025

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How to Cite

Dai, X. (2025). The Inspiration of Wild Romanticism in New Media Art to Contemporary Wilderness. Highlights in Art and Design, 9(1), 15-18. https://doi.org/10.54097/f5x2kp32