The Journal of Arts, Humanities and Development Studies Research (JAHDSR) Vol.6, No.1, pp 85 – 98; March 2025

Impacts of Digital Technology on Art Practice in Nigeria

Enya, Elemi Echeng, Utang, Denis Ashikong, Akpan Caleb Monday
Department of Fine and Applied Arts, Faculty of Environmental Sciences
University of Calabar, Nigeria.
Emails: elemienya@unical.edu.ng; utangdenis@gmail.com, calebakpan075@gmail.com

Abstract

It is a common fact that there is a new sensibility making wave across discipline and it is being occasioned by technology; lots of technology abound, this study is narrowed to investigates the impacts of digital technology on art practice in Nigeria, exploring how digital tools and systems have transformed the creative process, artistic expression, and dissemination of art in the country. Through a mixed-methods approach, combining interviews, and case studies, the study examines ways in which digital technology has influenced various aspects of art practice. It findings reveal that digital technology has opened up new avenues for creativity, innovation, and expression, including enabling Nigerian artists to showcase their work globally and connect with international audiences. However, it also identify challenges and limitations, including limited access to digital tools and infrastructure, copyright infringement, and the need for digital literacy training as the downside of digital technology in arts. The study contributes to the ongoing discourse on the intersection of art and technology, highlighting the potential of digital technology to shape the future of art

Keywords: Digital Arts, Digital Technology, Art practice in Nigeria