As we move through the ‘pictorial turn’ of the 21st century, W.J.T. Mitchell’s ideas from What Do Pictures Want? (2005) continue to be highly relevant. Visual culture has always been central in shaping how America is perceived, both domestically and internationally. From early maps of the New World to modern films and social media, images have consistently ‘framed’ America, reflecting and shaping its global relationships.
This panel invites participants to explore how visual representations of America have evolved over time and facilitated cultural dialogue and global connections, especially with Europe and Asia. We encourage scholars to examine how media—including painting, photography, film, television, and digital platforms—have shaped the flow of ideas, ideologies, and identities across borders.
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