Mobile phones are a newer tool for fine artists , some of whom use them exclusively . Artist Karen Smith shoots all her award - winning work on her iPhone . `` It 's not out of disrespect for traditional processes , '' Swann said . Mixed media artist David Rams ' phones give him the freedom to create on the fly . Last month the L.A . Mobile Arts Festival showcased the work of more than 200 artists .
Mobile phones are a newer tool for fine artists , some of whom use them exclusively . Artist Karen Smith shoots all her award - winning work on her iPhone . Mixed media artist David Rams ' phones give him the freedom to create on the fly . Last month the L.A . Mobile Arts Festival showcased the work of more than 200 artists .