VITRINARTE: Uma vitrine digital de divulgação de obras de arte

Abstract

This study presented the development of the Vitrinarte platform, a digital showcase designed to promote and organize the works of independent artists. The research aimed to develop a technological solution that would enable artists to display their portfolios in a structured manner online, thereby increasing their visibility and autonomy in managing their work. The methodology adopted was characterized as applied research, of an exploratory and descriptive nature, with a qualitative-quantitative approach. The study involved a literature review on digital art, online platforms, usability, and cultural entrepreneurship, in addition to the development of the system using the Python language and the Flask framework. To evaluate the platform, questionnaires were administered to users, and a qualitative analysis was conducted with a participating artist. The results indicated good acceptance of the system, especially regarding usability and visual organization, demonstrating that the platform fulfilled its purpose of functioning as a digital showcase for exhibiting works. It is concluded that Vitrinarte demonstrated functional viability and potential to support artistic promotion in the digital environment.