DOI
https://doi.org/10.25772/GE64-GR47
Defense Date
2020
Document Type
Thesis
Degree Name
Master of Fine Arts
Department
Graphic Design
First Advisor
Roy McKelvey
Second Advisor
Nicole Killian
Third Advisor
Orla McHardy
Abstract
In the context of globalization, cultural manipulation, and language adaptation, I discuss how the internet, fan-space and shared online platforms influence contemporary interaction and shape cultural identity. The research ranges from the meaning of fan-art itself to the cyber-pidgin people create, use exclusively in fan-space as well as the fan-art sharing experience. The body of work explores diverse media such as publications, videos, performances, illustrations, comics, and installations.
Rights
© The Author
Is Part Of
VCU University Archives
Is Part Of
VCU Theses and Dissertations
Date of Submission
5-20-2020
Included in
Fiction Commons, Graphic Design Commons, Illustration Commons, Nonfiction Commons, Visual Studies Commons