AM Journal of Art and Media Studies
Scope & Guideline
Empowering Voices in the World of Art and Communication.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Interdisciplinary Research:
The journal encourages a blend of disciplines, merging art, science, philosophy, and social studies to deepen the understanding of contemporary aesthetic practices. - Focus on Contemporary Issues:
It highlights current social, political, and environmental challenges as they relate to artistic expression, providing insights into how art can respond to and critique these issues. - Exploration of Aesthetic Experience:
The journal delves into the role of representation, perception, and emotional engagement in the aesthetic experience, considering how these factors shape our understanding of art. - Innovative Methodologies:
It promotes the use of new methodologies, including digital and participatory practices, to explore and document artistic processes and experiences. - Sustainability and Climate Change:
A significant focus on how art interacts with concepts of sustainability and climate change, addressing the urgent need for ecological awareness in artistic practices. - Cultural Critique and Activism:
The journal serves as a site for cultural critique, exploring how artistic practices can contribute to social movements and activism, particularly in response to issues of identity and power.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital and Virtual Art Practices:
There has been a significant increase in research addressing digital and virtual art forms, including NFTs and virtual reality, as artists explore new avenues for expression in the digital age. - Climate and Ecological Art:
Papers focusing on the intersection of art and ecological issues are on the rise, highlighting how artists engage with climate change and sustainability as critical themes in their work. - Intersectionality in Art:
An emerging trend is the exploration of intersectional identities and experiences in art, examining how race, gender, and sexuality inform artistic practices and narratives. - Participatory and Community-Based Art:
Research on participatory art and community engagement is gaining momentum, reflecting a growing recognition of art's role in social activism and collective experiences. - Transdisciplinary Approaches:
There is a notable trend towards transdisciplinary research that integrates various fields, such as science, technology, and social studies, emphasizing the interconnectedness of art with broader societal issues. - Aesthetics of Care and Healing:
An emerging focus on the aesthetics of care and healing practices in art, particularly in relation to health and well-being, is becoming increasingly relevant in the journal's publications.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Art Forms:
There has been a noticeable decline in papers focused exclusively on traditional art forms without interdisciplinary connections, reflecting a shift towards more dynamic and contemporary practices. - Historical Analysis of Art Movements:
Research centered on historical art movements appears to be less prominent, as the journal increasingly prioritizes contemporary and emergent themes over retrospective analyses. - Narrowly Defined Aesthetic Theories:
Papers that strictly adhere to classical aesthetic theories, without incorporating broader cultural or political contexts, are becoming less frequent, suggesting a move towards more integrated theoretical frameworks. - Static Art Criticism:
Static or conventional forms of art criticism that do not engage with current social issues or technological advancements are waning, as the journal seeks more engaged and responsive critiques. - Local Art Practices:
Research focusing solely on local art practices without a global or transdisciplinary perspective is diminishing, indicating a preference for studies that connect local phenomena to larger, global contexts.
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