New book tackles preservation of new media art from kinetic to net art

Edited by Valentino Catricalà and Domenico Quaranta, the publication 'Sopravvivenza programmata. Etiche e pratiche di conservazione, dall'arte cinetica alla Net Art' highlights the critical necessity for the restoration and preservation of immaterial and mechanical artworks. Released by Edizioni KappaBit in 2020, this volume stems from a study day held in 2016 at the Accademia di Belle Arti di Carrara. It includes insights from various scholars and artists, such as Laura Barreca, who emphasizes the importance of conservation methods that honor the artist's original vision. The book discusses issues like planned obsolescence, advancements in technology, and the exhibition of new media art, featuring contributions from numerous experts in the field.