I do believe that the app, Oil, should be considered art. The app that was released by photographer, Edward Burtynsky, displays the “ugliness” of oils production and its uses. Clearly Burtynsky understands that we are in a century where technology is mainly used. Apps are available through portable devices such as the iPad, iPhone, iPod, other brands of tablets, and cell phones. Making his artbook, Oil, an app was a brilliant idea.
In my perspective it was a brilliant idea because now more people will be able to see it. Not everyone has time to go to a museum and view art work so an app on the go is very convenient. Also an app is art because it takes time to construct apps, just like it takes time to construct an art piece. the only exception is the person is using technology to construct the app. Anything that displays someones creativity should be considered art. Burtynsky is using this app to show people his artwork which is also very creative. I believe this makes the app art as well. We are at a day and age where everything is changing and upgrading. I believe that the definition of art should be upgraded too.
