Application and Challenges of Digital Archaeology in Classical Period Oil Painting Creation in the Mediterranean Region

Abstract

This paper aims to explore the application and challenges of digital archaeology in classical period oil painting creation, focusing on the dialogue between technology and traditional art. With the rapid development of digital technology, the methods and tools of artistic creation have undergone profound changes. Oil painting, as a traditional art form with a long history and cultural significance, faces both opportunities and challenges when encountering the impact of digital archaeology. Through literature review and case analysis, this paper first reviews the history of oil painting and its importance in culture, emphasizing its unique value as a traditional art form. In the research process, a combination of qualitative and quantitative methods is used to collect opinions and feedback from artists, scholars, and audiences, to fully understand the impact of digital archaeology on oil painting creation. The research shows that digital tools such as Photoshop and Corel Painter provide artists with new creative possibilities, greatly enriching the means of creation and forms of expression. However, the introduction of these new technologies has also raised questions about the value of traditional art, especially in terms of the authenticity, originality, and market acceptance of artistic creation. Further analysis reveals the multiple challenges of digital archaeology in artistic creation. Firstly, many traditional artists have a low acceptance of digital tools, partly due to unfamiliarity with technology and adherence to traditional artistic creation concepts. Secondly, compared with traditional oil painting, the positioning of digital works in the art market is still not stable enough, leading artists to face dual considerations of economic and artistic value when creating. Additionally, the issues of copyright and identity raised by digital creation have been widely discussed in the art world, reflecting the complex relationship between technology and traditional art.

Finally, the paper explores the potential dialogue between technology and traditional art, suggesting that digital archaeology can be seen not only as a tool but also as a way to continue and expand traditional art. In the future, the integration of digital archaeology with traditional oil painting will open up new paths and possibilities for artistic creation, promoting the diversified development of art. By prospecting the future of digital art education, this paper also emphasizes the importance of training a new generation of artists to flexibly use digital technology while mastering traditional skills. In summary, the dialogue between technology and tradition is not only a redefinition of the means of artistic creation but also a profound reflection on the continuous evolution of art culture.