Abstract
This research investigates the symbiotic relationship between childhood creative play and professional digital artistry, introducing an innovative pedagogical framework for contemporary art education. Through a phenomenological analysis of developmental trajectories—spanning from unstructured backyard play to advanced 3D rendering and blockchain-based art creation—this study establishes a theoretical framework for understanding early creative environments’ influence on artistic cognition. The methodology synthesizes structured randomness principles from generative art theory, cognitive pattern recognition, and spatial awareness development, employing a mixed-methods approach that combines autoethnographic analysis with quantitative assessment of digital art outcomes. This investigation culminates in “The Generative Path,” an evidence-based educational program integrating experiential learning with digital art methodologies. The findings demonstrate that unrestricted creative play in childhood, despite resource limitations, fundamentally shapes advanced artistic capabilities. This study contributes to digital art education literature by bridging early childhood creativity with professional practice, while offering practical implications for educators and artists in the digital age.
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Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
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Pedagogical Art Childhood Creativity Generative Art 3D Composition Artistic Methodology
