Purpose


Epigraf: Journal of Art, Language, and Culture Studies is a peer-reviewed journal dedicated to contributing to the production of academic knowledge at both national and international levels in the fields of art, language, and culture. The journal aims to provide new perspectives to the academic community by publishing high-quality and original research in fine arts, linguistics, literature, cultural studies, and aesthetics through an interdisciplinary approach. Furthermore, it supports theoretical and applied studies that explore the impact of art and culture on society, creating a platform for communication among academics, artists, and researchers.

Scope
The journal publishes original research, review articles, theoretical analyses, and applied studies in the following areas:

Art Studies

  • Visual arts (painting, sculpture, photography, graphic design, etc.)
  • Performing arts (theater, dance, performance art)
  • Cinema and media studies
  • Architecture and urban aesthetics
  • Art history and criticism

Language and Literature Studies

  • Linguistic analyses and comparative language studies
  • Literary theories and criticism
  • Translation studies
  • Multidisciplinary relationships between language and art
  • Cultural representations of language

Cultural Studies

  • Cultural policies and cultural heritage
  • Popular culture and media analyses
  • Culture and identity studies
  • Traditional and contemporary forms of cultural production
  • Cultural transformation through globalization

Interdisciplinary Studies

  • Relationships between art and technology (e.g., digital art, artificial intelligence, VR/AR applications)
  • Societal impacts of culture, language, and art
  • The role of art and culture in education
  • Ecological art and sustainability themes

The journal accepts manuscripts written in Turkish and English, addressing academics, artists, and researchers at both national and international levels. All submissions undergo a double-blind peer review process.

Epigraf approaches art, language, and culture as an integrated whole, aiming to enhance knowledge in these fields and establish a network of interaction among researchers.