In Digital Alchemy, acclaimed printmaker Bonny Pierce Lhotka shows how to turn your standard inkjet printer into a seemingly magical instrument capable of transforming your printed images into true works of art. Using plenty of visuals and straightforward terms, Lhotka walks you step-by-step through over a dozen projects. Forget printing on boring old paper, in Digital Alchemy, you’ll learn how to transfer and print images to a variety of surfaces including metal, wood, fabric, stone, and plastic using the techniques Lhotka’s spent years developing. If you’re a photographer looking for new ways to personalize your work or a digital artist who’s ready to take your work to the next level, you’ll find all of the tools, techniques, and inspiration you need in this book. Lhotka’s enthusiasm for experimenting with unusual printing materials and processes has led her to create new and amazing transfer techniques, including one that resembles a PolaroidTM transfer on steroids. She also shows you how to make prints using unexpected, everyday materials such as hand sanitizer and gelatin. You’ll even learn direct printing, the technique for sending your custom substrate through your printer almost as if it were paper. In Digital Alchemy, you’ll learn how to: Transfer images to metal, wood, plastic, and other materials that will not feed through an inkjet printer Print directly on metal for a fraction of the cost of using a print service Simulate a print from an expensive UV flatbed printer using an inexpensive desktop printer Use carrier sheets and paintable precoats to print on almost any surface Achieve near-lithographic quality digital prints with transfer processes to uncoated fine art paper In addition to the tutorials in the book, you can watch Lhotka in action on the included DVD-ROM, which has over 60 minutes of video footage where you’ll learn how to perform an alcohol gel transfer, transfer an image to a wooden surface, use your inkjet printer to achieve remarkable prints, and more. Simply insert the DVD-ROM into your computer's DVD drive. Note, this DVD-ROM will not work in TV DVD players.

"The Palette of Algorithmic Artistry" - Book 3 of the Digital Alchemy Series In "The Palette of Algorithmic Artistry," readers are invited into a captivating world where the boundaries between art and technology blur, giving rise to a new era of creative expression. This book, the third in the groundbreaking "Digital Alchemy" series, is a deep dive into the symbiotic relationship between human creativity and artificial intelligence, exploring how they coalesce to redefine the essence of art. Synopsis: Journey Through Transformation: The narrative begins by charting the evolution of traditional art forms, tracing their metamorphosis as they intersect with cutting-edge technologies. Readers will explore the historical context that set the stage for this fusion, understanding how past art movements and technological advancements paved the way for the current revolution. The Alchemy of Art and AI: Central to this book is the exploration of how algorithms and AI have become integral tools for modern artists. It delves into the concept of 'algorithmic artistry,' where artists harness AI as a collaborator, blending their intuitive human creativity with the precision and possibilities offered by artificial intelligence. Innovative Techniques and Case Studies: "The Palette of Algorithmic Artistry" showcases various artists and their groundbreaking works. It highlights how these pioneers use technology to push the limits of their creativity, resulting in stunning, thought-provoking art that challenges and inspires. Philosophical and Ethical Dimensions: The book also engages with the philosophical and ethical questions arising from this fusion of art and technology. It probes into what it means to be an artist in the digital age and how this new form of art impacts our understanding of creativity, originality, and the human experience. A Vision for the Future: The final chapters paint a vision of the future, speculating on the potential trajectories of this digital renaissance. It invites readers to contemplate a world where art is not just a visual experience but an immersive, interactive journey that transcends traditional boundaries. For Whom This Book Is Written: Artists and Creatives seeking inspiration and insight into integrating technology into their work. Art Enthusiasts and Critics looking to understand the emerging trends shaping the art world. Technologists and AI Specialists interested in the creative applications of their field. Students and Academics in the fields of Art, Technology, and Philosophy. A Note from Marianne Nems: "As we navigate this thrilling convergence of art and technology, I invite you to join me in discovering the limitless possibilities that arise when human imagination meets digital innovation. 'The Palette of Algorithmic Artistry' is more than a book; it's a gateway to a future where each of us can leave an indelible mark on the canvas of tomorrow."

Catherine McIntyre, like many fine artists, created traditional art for decades before encountering the versatility of digital imaging technology. Free of her Rotring pens and scalpel, she now uses Photoshop to create her montages. Visual Alchemy explores McIntyre’s sources of inspiration as well as her methods, offering an aesthetic guide to composition, color, texture and all of the other means of communication that artists have at their disposal. While these concepts and techniques make use of Photoshop, they will apply to any digital imaging program and indeed to any medium, whether traditional or digital. Featuring McIntyre’s own art as well as that of artists around the globe, Visual Alchemy is an invitation to discover the artistic possibilities of picture making through digital montage.

"Unlocking Digital Success: A Journey through Innovative Marketing Strategies" takes readers on an immersive exploration of the ever-evolving landscape of digital marketing. From mastering the art of storytelling to leveraging cutting-edge technologies, each chapter offers actionable insights, real-world examples, and practical guidance to help marketers navigate the complexities of the digital realm. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting out, this book equips you with the knowledge and tools you need to harness the power of innovation, drive meaningful results, and unlock your full potential in the digital age.

Where racism and sexism meet—an understanding of anti-Black misogyny When Moya Bailey first coined the term misogynoir, she defined it as the ways anti-Black and misogynistic representation shape broader ideas about Black women, particularly in visual culture and digital spaces. She had no idea that the term would go viral, touching a cultural nerve and quickly entering into the lexicon. Misogynoir now has its own Wikipedia page and hashtag, and has been featured on Comedy Central’s The Daily Show and CNN’s Cuomo Prime Time. In Misogynoir Transformed, Bailey delves into her groundbreaking concept, highlighting Black women’s digital resistance to anti-Black misogyny on YouTube, Facebook, Tumblr, and other platforms. At a time when Black women are depicted as more ugly, deficient, hypersexual, and unhealthy than their non-Black counterparts, Bailey explores how Black women have bravely used social-media platforms to confront misogynoir in a number of courageous—and, most importantly, effective—ways. Focusing on queer and trans Black women, she shows us the importance of carving out digital spaces, where communities are built around queer Black webshows and hashtags like #GirlsLikeUs. Bailey shows how Black women actively reimagine the world by engaging in powerful forms of digital resistance at a time when anti-Black misogyny is thriving on social media. A groundbreaking work, Misogynoir Transformed highlights Black women’s remarkable efforts to disrupt mainstream narratives, subvert negative stereotypes, and reclaim their lives.

"This book uses the Twitter, YouTube, and Tumblr productions of Black women as evidence that negative ideas about Black women can be transformed. Misogynoir describes the uniquely co-constitutive racialized and sexist violence that befalls Black women"--

Due to computers' ability to combine different semiotic modes, texts are no longer exclusively comprised of static images and mute words. How have digital media changed the way we write and read? What methods of textual and data analysis have emerged? How do we rescue digital artifacts from obsolescence? And how can digital media be used or taught inside classrooms? These and other questions are addressed in this volume that assembles contributions by artists, writers, scholars and editors such as Dene Grigar, Sandy Baldwin, Carlos Reis, and Frieder Nake. They offer a multiperspectival view on the way digital media have changed our notion of textuality.