Redbubble paints a rosey picture
Generally this article paints quite a positive picture of the site we are studying “Red Bubble”". I put it up because it relates quite strongly to the question we originally created for ourselves.
“Red Bubble is a global online community where artists and writers post works to be viewed and purchased by others. How has the advent of the internet changed the arts industry and the way artists interact with each other and their audience? Does the artist receive adequate recognition and is the site an effective means of promotion and awareness of upcoming artists?”
This article draws upon the question on wether or not the internet has changed the way artist interact with their audience, and “Red Bubble” definitely has. Rather than an artist presenting a gallery, and putting on a performance for their viewers; ‘Red Bubble” brings with it a sense of community and connection between artists and viewers. In a sense using ‘Red Bubble’ is like going down to your local market because of the community feel. “Yes, you’re purchasing things … but what you’re actually doing is connecting with people”
