Video Art Works can be viewed on Smart TVs several ways including use of USB ports generally located in the rear or on the sides of the TV or by “Casting” the Video Art from a different device onto the screen of the TV.

Watch using a USB Port:

Most Smart TVs come with a USB port located in the rear or the side of the TV that can be used to watch your Video Art. Place the downloaded file onto a thumb drive/portable drive and connect the thumb drive/portable drive directly to the Smart TV or TV Monitor.

A Media Device, such as a Set Top Box or Media Player can be attached to the Smart TV. The downloaded file can be placed in the built-in storage of the Media Device if available or if the device has a USB port, the downloaded file can be placed onto a thumb drive/portable drive and that drive can be connected to the Media Device. The Video Art Work can then be viewed on the TV Screen through the Media Device connected to the TV.

Cast from one screen to another:

Screen Mirroring or Screen Casting allows you to replicate (or “Cast”) the screen of a device wirelessly onto your TV screen. Today’s Smartphones, Tablets, Lap Tops and Computers have the ability to Mirror or “Cast” their screens onto TV screens. While the methods may differ from one device to another, the process is fairly simple using Wi-Fi or Bluetooth for wireless connectivity. The steps for “Mirroring or Casting” are usually found in a device’s settings or within a Media Application on the device used for casting.

Example devices and applications used for casting media to TV Screens:

• Apple and Mac Devices use an application called “AirPlay”
• Android devices use an application called “Chromecast”
• Windows Computers use an application called “Miracast”

See your device’s documentation and/or search “How to cast or mirror your Smartphone, Tablet, Computer onto TV” for detailed descriptions on capabilities and guidance specific to you.

Set Top Boxes or Media Players that are connected to a Smart TV can be used to watch Video Art Works that are stored directly or externally onto the device.

There are a multitude of devices used to extend the viewing capabilities of Smart TVs from traditional Set Top Boxes, to new generation Set Top Boxes, to Media Players and Media Streamers. Whatever the type of device, it can be used to watch Video Art Work files. The downloaded file can be placed in the built-in storage of the Media Device if available or if the device has a USB port, the downloaded file can be placed onto a thumb drive/portable drive and that drive can be connected to the Media Device. The Video Art Work can then be viewed on the TV Screen through the Media Device.

The Media Device can also use Wi-Fi and or Bluetooth for wireless connectivity to various content sources and have the ability to access and play Video Art Files stored in another location and display the files on to the TV Screen.

You can watch Video Art Works on Tablet or Smart Phone screens for a more portable viewing experience. Tablets and Smartphones can also be used to “Cast” Video Art Works from their screens to TV Screens.

Watch on the Tablet or Phone:

You can download a Video Art Work directly to the Tablet or Smartphone using a Web Browser immediately after purchasing a Work or at a later time if desired. The downloaded file can then be played using a Media Application/Player on the device like any other media file stored locally on the device.

In some situations you may be able to play the video file stored on another device wirelessly to the Tablet or Smartphone through Wi-Fi or Bluetooth wireless connection. This may involve use of a Media Application with this feature installed on the Tablet or Smartphone.

Cast from the Tablet or Phone to another Screen:

If you want to view your Video Art Work on a larger screen than your Tablet or Smartphone you can do it by directly attaching your Tablet or Smartphone to a device with a larger screen using a specified cable (ex. HDMI cable) or you can “Mirror or Cast” the Tablet or Smartphone screen wirelessly to the larger screen device.

The steps for “Mirroring or Casting” are usually found in a device’s settings or within a Media Application on the device used for casting.

Example Tablet/Smartphone devices and applications used for casting media to TV Screens:

• Apple Devices use an application called “AirPlay”
• Android devices use an application called “Chromecast”
• Windows devices use an application called “Miracast”

See your device’s documentation and/or search “How to cast or mirror your Smartphone, Tablet, Computer onto TV” for detailed descriptions on capabilities and guidance specific to you.

Watch Video Art Works downloaded or stored on your Computer or Laptop easily by playing files using the installed Media Player of your choice and viewing the Video Art on the screen.

Fans of Video Art buy multiple Works created by various Artists for their personal collection and media library. A Computer is a good place for downloading and storing these files which can be categorized or “curated” into folders and playlists to enhance the experience.

Video Art on the Computer/Laptop screen is a great way to brighten up the office, work space, home or travel destination.

Cast the Computer/Laptop to another Screen:

If you want to view your Video Art Work on a larger screen than your Computer or Laptop you can do it by directly attaching your Computer or Laptop to a device with a larger screen using a specified cable (ex. HDMI cable) or you can “Mirror or Cast” the Computer or Laptop screen wirelessly to the larger screen device.

The steps for “Mirroring or Casting” are usually found in a device’s settings or within a Media Application on the device used for casting.

Example Computer/Laptop devices and applications used for casting media to TV Screens:

• Apple and Mac Devices use an application called “AirPlay”
• Android devices use an application called “Chromecast”
• Windows devices use an application called “Miracast”

See your device’s documentation and/or search “How to cast or mirror your Computer, Tablet, Smartphone onto TV” for detailed descriptions on capabilities and guidance specific to you.

Video Art files can be arranged within Playlists to complement any occasion. Create the ambiance and mood you desire for the space you’re in with the perfect mix of Video Art Works.

Curate Your Collection:

Video Art comes in many Genres, Categories, Styles, Themes, Subjects and Lengths. Works by Artists are arranged to showcase the creative vision of a particular Artist or to show the various approaches Artist use in creating Art. In traditional Art Galleries for example, Art may be presented within particular Categories like:

• Abstract
• Expressionism
• Surrealism
• Renaissance
• Realism
• Impressionism
• Pop Art
• More…

Video Art on ArtAvant is arranged in the Store in similar manner to assist in shopping, buying and collecting. You can view Works by particualr Artists or by Categories like:

• Abstract
• Animation/Graphics
• Atmospheric
• Digital Canvas
• Experimental
• Explorations
• Seasonal/Holiday
• Spa
• Vistas
• VJ/Club
• Vertical Art

These Categories are just starting points for organizing Video Art. Purchased Works can be arranged and re-arranged in whatever way you desire. You are the “Curator” of the creativity that you acquire and display, however and wherever. In addition to the categorization of Video Art on ArtAvant, you may choose to create custom playlists of Works grouped by various subjects like:

• Nature
• Landscapes
• Relaxation
• Energizing
• Inspiring
• Color Themed
• Beautiful
• Contemporary
• Surreal
• Party/Fun
• Festive
• More…

A benefit of having individual Video Art files is that they can be organized and displayed however you like.  Put files in a Playlist set to “Shuffle” and enjoy a different experience each time. As you add to your collection, you add to the experience. Works on ArtAvant are priced to make buying a large amount of Video Art affordable and to significantly increase support to the Artists behind the creations.

If you love your Music Playlists and how Music sets the mood you’re seeking for certain occasions, you can increase your enjoyment by adding Video Art Works to view along with the Music of your choice.

Sound Thinking

Video Art Works on ArtAvant may include Music, Natural Sound or No Sound at all. Either way, you can view and listen to them as presented OR turn down the volume of your screen device and enjoy your Video Art selection accompanied by one of your favorite Music Playlists, CDs, Radio Stations…even Vinyl Records if you’re feeling a bit Retro.

Video Art experienced as originally created or combined with your choice of music can make the perfect ambience for your home, lobby, workplace, funplace, personal space or social occasion. Now that’s some mighty fine Sound Thinking…