Theoretical Conception of the Image
Abstract
Chapter 2 presents the theoretical approach of the book. Images are conceptualized as cultural artefacts that are both signs open for meaning making and tools open for social action. They are also dialogical and political artefacts that take part in knowledge production and circulation.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Visual Culture and Art Theory
Semiotics and Representation Studies
Photography and Visual Culture
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Cambridge University Press eBooks
- Pages
- 29–48
- Publication date
- 28 February 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Book chapter