The document discusses the different types of media arts including photography, video, computer graphics and animation. It explores how photography changed the art world and promoted modern artists in the early 20th century. Examples are provided of iconic photographs from Henri Cartier-Bresson and others to illustrate the artistic elements of composition and how photographs came to be viewed as a form of art similar to painting. The impact of computer graphics and digital art is examined, comparing the scrutiny it faces today to what photography experienced earlier. Modern filmmaking techniques are also briefly mentioned in leaving lasting impressions on viewers.