EVOLUTION OF CULTURAL AND ARTISTIC PRACTICES OF UKRAINE
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.31392/cult.alm.2025.1.50Keywords:
globalization, socio-political context, technological innovations, national identity, transformationsAbstract
The paper analyzes the impact of socio-political transformations and technological innovations on cultural and artistic practices in Ukraine after independence. The work focused on how major political events, such as the Orange Revolution and the Revolution of Dignity, became catalysts for increased artistic activity. Artistic works created during these periods became powerful means of expressing protest and social criticism, reflecting the challenges faced by the country. Artists, writers and other artists have used their work to transform national identities and raise social consciousness, adapting traditional genres to new contexts and problems. The study also focused on technological innovations arising in the cultural space. The study shows that in the process of globalization, artists integrate the latest technologies, such as digital platforms, social networks and multimedia formats, into their creative processes. This not only expanded the possibilities for artistic expression, but also formed new models of interaction with the audience. Interactive installations, online campaigns and video art have become new forms of social activism through which artists draw attention to pressing social issues such as war, poverty, environmental issues and human rights. The study emphasized that cultural products in Ukraine not only reflect, but also actively shape social changes, demonstrating the value of art as a mechanism for understanding and responding to the challenges of our time. The work offered a comprehensive overview of the synergy of art, society and technology, emphasizing the joint contribution to the processes of democratization and cultural development that they make. Thanks to this approach, the study provided an opportunity to better understand the modern culture of the Ukrainian state and its evolution in the context of global trends.
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