Al-Academy Journal : Scientific quarterly journal issued by the College of Fine Arts / University of Baghdad. (View in Map) Started publishing since 1971 and ongoing. ISSN 2523-2029 (Online), ISSN 1819-5229 (Print) Al-Academy Journal publishes scientific papers in the following fields: Plastic arts, including painting, sculpture, ceramics, and graphics. Design, including the fields of print design, industrial design, textile design, and interior design. Arabic calligraphy and decoration Art education Musical arts Theatrical arts, including the fields of acting, directing, literature and criticism. Cinema and television The editorial board is supervised by an editor-in-chief, managing editor, And members of the editorial board. The editorial board is a panel of experts with diverse expertise who contribute to the development of long-term plans for academic publication in general, And Al-Academy Journal in specific. Aims and Scope The journal deals with academic research related to aesthetic subjects, which includes the fields of plastic arts, music, theater, cinema, design arts, calligraphy, and decoration, as well as theoretical and applied research in the field of art education. The journal is archived in CLOCKSS The journal is archived at the National Library in Baghdad on No. 238 of 1976 It is also archived on the website of the Iraqi Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research / Department of Research and Development: "Iraqi Academic Scientific Journals" The Journal is Indexed electronically and globally in <a href="https://doaj.org/toc/2523-2029?source=%7B%22query%22%3A%7B%22filtered%22%3A%7B%22filter%22%3A%7B%22bool%22%3A%7B%22must%22%3A%5B%7B%22terms%22%3A%7B%22index.issn.exact%22%3A%5B%221819-5229%22%2C%222523-2029%22%5D%7D%7D%5D%7D%7D%2C%22query%22%3A%7B%22match_all%22%3A%7B%7D%7D%7D%7D%2C%22size%22%3A100%2C%22sort%22%3A%5B%7B%22created_date%22%3A%7B%22order%22%3A%22desc%22%7D%7D%5D%2C%22_source%22%3A%7B%7D%7D">DOAJ , Crossref. The International Standard Serial Number For The Journal is: Funding sources •The journal is financially supported by fees paid for publishing research. This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Publishing Schedule Al-Academy Journal has been publishing Six issues per year since 2025. The exact schedule of publication for each issue is as follows: 1. February 2. April 3. June 4. August 5. October 6. December -The possibility of publishing a special issue of the scientific conferences held in the college or its counterparts. The journal uses an electronic plagiarism detection system (Turnitin) for all papers submitted for publication.
Surface Treatments as a Perceptual Variable in Contemporary Metal Craft Design
This research investigates the role of surface treatments as a perceptual variable in contemporary metal craft design by examining their impact on users’ visual and sensory perception. The research problem emerges from the limited studies addressing the relationship between metal surfaces and perceptual response within contemporary metal crafts. The study adopted a descriptive-analytical approach supported by an applied experimental framework. A series of metal craft models were produced using four surface treatments: hammering, polishing, oxidation, and metal perforation. A questionnaire was administered to a sample of 68 participants to evaluate perceptual dimensions related to visual attractiveness, warmth, craftsmanship, and perceptual clarity. The findings revealed significant differences among surface treatments. Hammered surfaces achieved the highest levels of sensory interaction, while polished surfaces showed greater visual attractiveness and luxury perception. The study confirms that surface treatments play a fundamental role in shaping the perceptual experience of contemporary metal crafts.
Contemporary Metal Crafts; Surface Treatments; Visual Perception; Sensory Perception; Contemporary Metal Design.
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AI Art and Cultural Identity: From Photographic Image to Algorithmic Image as Cultural Sign(A study based on the Saudi cultural context)
The artworks produced in this study Works both as creative outcomes and as methodological tools. By transforming photographic images into AI-generated visual images, the artworks became a research site for examining shifts in cultural representation. The study aimed to investigate how meaning changes when an image moves from photographic representation to algorithmic representation through a visual experiment based on artificial intelligence. In photographic images, meaning is generally associated with documentation and real-world context, whereas in algorithmic images it is reconstructed through processes of generation and computational interpretation. This transformation provides a framework for examining how cultural identity is represented and reconfigured. To achieve these objectives, the study adopted both a technology-based research approach and a practice-based research methodology, as these were considered most suitable for exploring the research questions. The findings revealed that the transition from photographic to algorithmic imagery constitutes a process of reconstructing cultural meaning, in which artificial intelligence becomes an active participant in the production of meaning and the representation of identity. The study recommends that visual arts researchers adopt technology-based and practice-based methodologies to better understand artistic and cultural transformations in the age of artificial intelligence.
Contemporary Art, Artificial Intelligence, Creative Research Methodologies, Cultural Identity, Art Criticism
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The energy of color in the interior spaces of the house and its reflection on the quality of family life
Color is considered one of the important elements that has a direct impact on human beings. The extent of this effect may vary depending on the nature of the individual, including their culture, nationality, and personal preferences. Each person has their own preferred color palette, which may differ from others even if they share similar social and cultural environments. Each color has its own frequency and vibration. Everything in the universe is essentially energy, and all surrounding elements and particles possess their own frequencies, including the human body, its organs, and its cells. From this perspective, balance occurs when these vibrations are in harmony with one another. Quality of life is one of the most important issues in the lives of individuals and societies, as it represents the fundamental basis for avoiding many problems that may face individuals in their lives, which in turn reflects on society as a whole. Research Objectives: To identify differences between the mean scores of the research sample in awareness of the importance of color energy according to study variables. To identify differences between the mean scores of the research sample in family quality of life according to study variables. To determine the relationship between the mean scores of the research sample across the dimensions of the color energy questionnaire and the dimensions of the family quality of life questionnaire. To determine the contribution percentages of factors affecting “awareness of color energy” and “family quality of life.” To identify the relative weights of the priority dimensions of “color energy” and “family quality of life.”
energy of color , interior spaces, family life
Creating artistic dimensions for the artist William Morris's decorations, blended with the authenticity of Sadu patterns, and employing them in artistic pendants to develop small projects.
Arts of all kinds are a fertile source of inspiration for creating new formative dimensions for decoration. By studying their artistic features and analyzing the vocabulary of their formative construction, the artist can create an intellectual reserve that enables him to translate, reformulate, and employ them in a new way in his artistic proposals. Integrating artistic motifs is a contemporary aesthetic trend that enriches artistic values and opens up broad creative horizons. This integration creates a rich artistic dialogue between diverse decorative styles belonging to different environments, cultures, and time periods. The motifs of Saudi Sadu weaving represent a unique artistic identity, as their compositions include symbols and social and aesthetic connotations that express the culture and values of Bedouin tribes. Artistic pendants are one of the most prominent forms of applied arts that combine aesthetic and functional value, as they are used as decorative media that give spaces an artistic character and a distinct identity. The research aims to: 1. Introduce formative dimensions from William Morris's motifs and Sadu patterns and employ them in artistic pendants to develop small projects. 2. Measure the degree of acceptance by specialists of pendant designs developed from the formative dimensions of William Morris's motifs and Sadu patterns to develop small projects. 3- Measuring the degree of consumer acceptance of the designs of the new pendants from the formative dimensions of the artist William Morris’s decorations and “Sadu” engravings to develop small projects.
Pop art is embodied in contemporary ceramics "An analytical study of ceramic works inspired by consumer culture"
This research investigates the representations of Pop Art in contemporary ceramics, exploring how ceramicists transform banal consumer commodities into conceptual discourse. Utilizing an analytical approach, the study deconstructs Pop Art’s philosophy and its transition from the everyday to artistic production, grounded in "parodic mimesis" and contextual displacement. The findings reveal that contemporary ceramicists do not merely imitate products formally; they exploit the "permanence of clay" to expose the "ephemerality of consumption." Consequently, this representation constitutes a sociological revolution, rendering the ceramic work an open semiotic text that bridges elite art and mass culture, offering a critical vision of capitalist hegemony through the medium of contemporary clay.
PopArt , ceramic, consumer.goods, representations
Representations of the Poetic Tendency in Contemporary Narrative Cinema
The research addresses the representations of the poetic trend in contemporary narrative cinema, viewing it as an aesthetic approach that transcends classical narrative forms by relying on image, rhythm, and internal contemplation rather than traditional plot and chronological logic. The study begins from the premise that cinema, since its inception, has combined technological invention with artistic discovery, granting it flexibility and openness to various intellectual and artistic currents. The poetic dimension has been one of the most prominent features that attracted the attention of early theorists, given the cinematic image’s ability to express the world through sensory visual metaphors that transcend surface reality to reveal its inner essence. The research reveals how poetic cinema has drawn upon the legacy of avant-garde cinema of the 1920s without merely assimilating it, but rather developing its own distinct style that merges the subjective, philosophical, and existential. In this context, the camera becomes an instrument of contemplation rather than mere entertainment, and the shot serves as an autonomous poetic unit. The study focuses on analyzing the elements that confer uniqueness to poetic films, such as visual composition, camera angles, slow motion, and the absence of linear narrative structure, in addition to the use of temporal rhythm and editing to evoke memory, dream, and subjective experience. Furthermore, the research builds on the theories of prominent theorists and directors who contributed to establishing this trend—such as Tarkovsky, Pasolini, Cocteau, and Eisenstein—who viewed cinema as an art capable of creating a poetic language parallel to written word. The significance of this study lies in its effort to ground the concept within the field of Arab film criticism and highlight contemporary narrative examples that contribute to advancing the aesthetic understanding of cinema as a visual discourse that transcends mere representation and possesses a unique capacity to internalize meaning and address the human self.
Poetic Cinema, The Poetry of Cinema, Poetic Tendency
Dramatic Treatment of Historical Events in Television Drama Series "Abu Tabr as a Model"
The research addressed the topic of dramatic treatment of historical events in television drama, as an artistic endeavor that intersects with historical documents within a narrative and visual vision based on interpretation and explanation. Screenwriter Hamed Al-Maliki was chosen as the model for analysis, given his works' treatment of historical investigation and artistic construction, and the multiple narrative visions they reflect that employ and reproduce the event dramatically through the tools of television imagery. The research sought to demonstrate how to transform historical events from an archival document into an effective dramatic vision, and to deconstruct the levels of interaction between the elements of narrative structure and historical reference. The research consisted of five chapters. The first addressed the methodological framework, including the research problem, objectives, significance, and limitations. The second chapter discussed the theoretical framework, divided into three sections: narrative patterns in drama; the historical document and its transformation into text; and visual treatment in terms of the formation of the dramatic image. The third chapter covers the methodological procedures, including a description of the sample, methodology, and analytical tool. The fourth chapter includes an analysis of three dramatic models by Hamid Al-Maliki: Sara Khatoun, Marouf Al-Rusafi, and Abu Tabar, deconstructing the narrative and visual structure of each work. Finally, the research reached several conclusions, the most notable of which are: The symbolic and suggestive use of characters and dialogue within the three works represents a mechanism for deciphering the unspoken in political history. Thus, symbols become a tool for deconstructing authority and exposing the ideological systems hidden behind official documents
The Aesthetics of Virtual Reality Technology as an Approach to Digital Storytelling in Contemporary Saudi Art
Contemporary Saudi art is witnessing numerous intellectual, social, and cultural transformations, resulting in a diversification in the use of modern technologies, thus enhancing the viewer's visual experience. This research seeks to study the aesthetics of digital storytelling in virtual reality within contemporary Saudi art. The research aims to define the concept of virtual reality, clarify the concept of digital storytelling, and analyze some contemporary artworks that rely on digital storytelling to reveal the aesthetics achieved by virtual reality in contemporary Saudi art. The importance of this research lies in enriching the digital library with studies that link digital storytelling and virtual reality, and in supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030 strategy for digital transformation. This study may theoretically be useful in revealing the most important virtual reality software in the field of contemporary art. The research followed a descriptive-analytical approach, and the research sample consisted of analyzing two contemporary Saudi artworks from 2022. The research reached a number of conclusions, The emergence of a set of aesthetics in digital storytelling, including digital aesthetics, exclusivity to digital accounts, interaction, immersion, non-linear plot, geometric first, line and line, the aesthetics of auditory addiction, the aesthetics of excitement and language. Virtual reality technology was researched in daily digital storytelling in events, in the role of the recipient from a passive role to an active role in the experience. The method of displaying artworks in contemporary Saudi art was chosen from exhibitions to adventure. The date of its environment and heritage was chosen because it is its history in the field of contemporary arts. Thus, the research results reached several experts, including: distinguishing the study by the cooperation of artists and programmers collaborating to create in the field of realistic experiences
Virtual reality, digital storytelling, contemporary Saudi art, aesthetics
The dialectic in the concept of Postmodernism
This research addresses the dialectic inherent in the concept of postmodernism and its impact on contemporary artists, particularly in the field of painting. It attempts to uncover and define this dialectic as an artistic and intellectual concept, ultimately aiming for a comprehensive and separate study of art schools and their influence by postmodern ideas. The research comprises four chapters. The first chapter is dedicated to the methodological framework, including the research problem, its significance and necessity, its scope, and the definition of terms. The second chapter presents the theoretical framework, comprising three sections: the first on the concept of dialectic, the second on the concept of postmodernism, and the third on artistic movements in the postmodern era. The third chapter covers the procedural framework, defining the research population and selecting the study sample. Twenty-four artworks were collected for analysis from the research population, from which four artworks by artists belonging to different art schools were selected. These four artworks were analyzed using a descriptive-analytical approach to determine the extent of dialectic in the works of postmodern artists. Finally, Chapter Four presents the research findings and conclusions, interpreting them in light of the objectives and relating them to the theoretical framework. Among the most important findings are the spontaneity and visual expression of emotions through color relationships and three-dimensional forms. This creates a kind of conflict within the artwork, presenting the viewer as a participant in the artistic process and projecting their own conflicts onto the artwork in a dialectical manner
dialectic, postmodernism, historical transformations, modernity
Intuitive Thinking and Its Relationship to Aesthetic Awareness among Art Education Students
The present study is grounded in the importance of intuitive thinking as a cognitive ability that relies on direct perception and accumulated experience in artistic decision-making, as well as the significance of aesthetic awareness in perceiving aesthetic values and analyzing artistic productions. To achieve this aim, the researchers conducted a study to investigate the relationship between intuitive thinking and aesthetic awareness among postgraduate (Master’s) students in the Department of Art Education. The study adopted the descriptive correlational approach, and the sample consisted of (12) male and female postgraduate students from the Department of Art Education, College of Fine Arts, University of Baghdad, for the academic year (2023–2024). To accomplish the research objectives, the intuitive thinking scale and the aesthetic awareness test were used after being adapted and validated. Data were analyzed using Pearson’s correlation coefficient. The results revealed a strong positive statistically significant correlation between intuitive thinking and aesthetic awareness, with a correlation coefficient of (0.820) at the significance level of (0.05). The study concluded that intuitive thinking and aesthetic awareness constitute an integrated cognitive–affective system that contributes to the development of artistic analysis and aesthetic decision-making among art education students
Intuitive Thinking, Aesthetic Awareness, Art Education, Artistic Analysis
Digital Space and its Variables in Graphic Design
This research addresses the concept of "digital space and its variables in graphic design," and the extent of the direct and indirect impact of these variables on design. The concept is based on the relationship between digital space and technological development in design software, which relies on several factors in reshaping these variables. The research problem is posed by the following question: What are the variables of digital space in graphic design? The descriptive approach was adopted in analyzing the sample, and the researcher concluded that employing movement and continuity in design reflects the most important variables of the digital space. Furthermore, the direct adoption of digital technologies enhances the designer's ability to express concepts such as progress and modernity.
Digital space, variables, Graphic design
Experimental scenographic treatments in Iraqi theatre performances
The experimental approaches to scenography are one of the most important artistic, intellectual and philosophical processes through which the scenographer or director seeks to create new hypotheses and concepts in innovative artistic ways that seek to enhance the fundamental idea of the theatrical presentation, provide visions that differ from the usual, and call upon other arts and employ them within the context of the theatrical event in an effort to break established patterns and templates. Proposing innovative artistic, aesthetic and intellectual alternatives that work to translate reality using modern methods and audio-visual technical forms, which in turn seek to establish new relationships with the public, create alternative places, and keep pace with scientific and technological development to create distinctive experiences that suit the recipient’s taste and the spirit of the times. The current research included four chapters: The first chapter, the methodological framework. This chapter included the research problem represented by the following question: What is the extent of the influence of experimental approaches in formulating the form and content of the Iraqi theatrical performance, and what are their mechanisms? The importance of the research comes to reveal experimental approaches to scenography in Iraqi theater performances and the mechanism of their operation. The aim of the research is to identify approaches to scenographic experimentation in Iraqi theater performances. The limits of the research are represented by the limits of the topic: it is represented by studying experimental approaches to the scenography of theatrical performances. And temporal limits: theatrical performances for the period (2023). Spatial boundaries: Iraq, Baghdad (National Theater). The chapter concluded by defining the terms linguistically, terminologically, and procedurally. The second chapter includes the theoretical framework, which includes two sections: The first topic: Experimentation, its mechanisms and operation, which is represented by assumptions that differ from the stereotypes, new foundations and concepts, and pragmatic terminology. The second topic: Approaches to scenographic experimentation, represented by the methods and techniques followed by the scenographer, the director, and the work team, with the aim of breaking the constants and summoning various elements to go beyond the prevailing. . Previous studies and discussion. And the indicators resulting from the theoretical framework and previous studies. As for the third chapter, it included the research procedures: (research population, research methodology, research tool, measurement method, analysis unit, and sample analysis), which were chosen in an intentional manner based on the research tool, direct observation, and the measurement method to analyze the chosen model within the descriptive analytical approach, case study or analysis. Content. While the research concluded with the fourth chapter, which included the results and their discussion, then conclusions, recommendations, proposals, a list of sources, appendices, and a summary in English
Approaches, scenographic experimentation
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Digital design techniques and its effectiveness in contemporary fashion fabric " Pixel art model"
Digital design techniques are one of the types of modern digital design techniques for the development of design innovations based on various techniques, including pixel art technology-the research includes the following question:- Do pixel art digital design techniques achieve effectiveness in Contemporary fashion fabric design? The research aims at: defining pixel art techniques for digital design and their effectiveness in women's fashion fabric designs, addressing digital design techniques in women's fashion fabric designs- The second chapter contained two researchers: digital design techniques in fashion fabric designs, the effectiveness of digital design techniques in fashion fabric designs, and the third chapter: research procedures by adopting the descriptive approach in analyzing the sample, the research tool was to prepare the analysis axes form and then analyze the models, and the fourth chapter: the research results are the most important:-the element of the square geometric shape-digital design has achieved vitality and movement with a variety away from monotony in digital fabric designs in general and digital fashion fabric designs in particular
digital design-fashion fabrics-pixel art
The specificity of the academic actor's performance in Iraqi theatrical performance
The actor is the link between the author's text and the director's visions to convey the whole of the ideas to the recipient in an artistic and technical way, as each actor has a performance specificity that distinguishes him from other actors. There is an actor who relies in his performance on his innate, spontaneous talent, and there is an actor who relies in his performance on theoretical and methodological cognitive skills. With the multiplicity of theoretical foundations and methods of teaching academic curricula in the theater, the specificity of the academic actor's performance has emerged, so the need for such a study has emerged, as the research included an introduction and a theoretical framework consisting of two sections: the first: the concept of performance specificity in the academic actor, the second section: the actor's performance in the world theater. As for the research procedures, the researcher relied on the intentional sample, then the research results and conclusions.
Aesthetics of Employing Folklore Heritage in Fashion Design Techniques: Iraqi Designer Hana Sadiq as a Model
This study aims to explore the aesthetics of Iraqi folk heritage in the fashion designs of Hana Sadiq, with the objective of analyzing how traditional cultural elements can be integrated into contemporary design practices. The research adopted an analytical–experimental methodology, focusing on six selected models from Sadiq’s works, which were assessed across three main dimensions: the aesthetic dimension (colors, shapes, calligraphy, motifs), the folk heritage dimension (identity, cultural symbols, environment, civilization), and the technical execution dimension (hand embroidery, digital printing, fabrics, cuts). The findings revealed statistically significant differences among the designs, with models such as The Royal Tribal Abaya and The Baghdadi Style standing out for their ability to merge authenticity with innovation, while other models reflected subtler levels of heritage expression. Based on these results, the study recommends integrating folk heritage more widely into fashion education curricula, encouraging designers to combine traditional craftsmanship with modern technology, supporting cultural institutions to promote heritage-based fashion globally, and conducting comparative studies with international designers to enhance cross-cultural dialogue
Heritage , Identity , Aesthetics ,Fashion ,Innovation , Culture , Authenticity , Modernity
Converting the Omani Encyclopedia for Youth into a digital format to enhance knowledge investment through the artistic and aesthetic values embodied within it.
The Omani Encyclopaedia for Young People is one of the important projects recently launched by the Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Youth. It is an encyclopaedia that is distinguished in its design and presentation and in the amount of information it contains, especially since it is derived from the mother Omani Encyclopaedia. The encyclopaedia aims to develop the cultural and scientific level of young people in the Sultanate and abroad. In light of this, this study aimed to explore the artistic and aesthetic values included in the Omani Encyclopaedia for Young People, and to identify the mechanisms for digitizing the encyclopaedia in order to invest it cognitively through paid membership mechanisms, for example. To achieve the goal of this study, the descriptive approach was used towards the phenomenon under investigation, and the analysis method was applied to the materials and topics contained in the encyclopaedia, exploring the artistic and aesthetic values included in it, starting with discussing and analysing the mechanisms for digitizing the encyclopaedia in order to invest it cognitively. The results showed that there are many artistic and aesthetic values that were taken into consideration when designing, implementing, and printing this encyclopaedia, and these values play a major role in promoting cognitive investment through digitization mechanisms and electronic interaction with the encyclopaedia's content and making it available over the Internet, as a knowledge product available through the Internet. This was supported by presenting one of the successful experiences of cognitive investment in the artistic field. This is the experience of the "Britannica Kids" encyclopaedia. The study recommended digitizing the cognitive and visual content of the encyclopaedia through interactive digital tools such as maps, video, and animated images, which would contribute to the spread of the encyclopaedia on the Internet, which would positively reflect on enhancing the educational and cultural process for the young generations
Digitization, Knowledge investment, the Omani Encyclopaedia for Youth, artistic values, aesthetic values
Directorial Work of Taboo in Contemporary Iraqi Theater Performances (The Play Ya Rab as a Model)
" Taboo" is a term whose historical roots go back to the origins of humanity since the earliest times. Historical anthropological studies have revealed the relationship between humans and "taboo," as two points of convergence between concepts that evolved with the evolution of human society. Taboos can change depending on natural, social, political, psychological, and even physical variables. Psychology shares this concept with political science, sociology, and anthropology. These sciences export their dominant concepts and influences on humans, given that humans live in the environment they are influenced by and are influenced by. These taboos later become value constants, inherited beliefs, or religious legislation through sacred texts that impose their sanctity on humans. The first chapter dealt with the research problem, which was represented by the following question (What are the directorial concerns of the Iraqi director in his treatment of the concept of taboo in his theatrical performances?), the importance of the research, the aim of the research, the limits of the research, and the definition of the terms included. As for the second chapter, the researcher divided it into two sections: The first section: The intellectual and functional references of the concept of taboo: The second section: The directorial concerns of taboo in international theatrical experiences: In the third chapter, the researcher dealt with the research community, the research methodology, and the analysis of the play (Oh God). The fourth chapter dealt with the most important results and conclusions, then recommendations and suggestions, then a review of sources and references
work, directing, taboo, contemporary Iraqi theatre performances
Symbolic interaction theory and its applications in the contexts of social interaction of industrial products
This research discusses the topic of symbolic interaction theory and its implications in the context of social interaction with industrial products. The research problem is defined as: How does the symbolism of an industrial product affect the user's interaction with it،shaping interactions and meanings according to symbolic interaction theory? The research aims to reveal how individuals produce social meanings around industrial products through interaction and adaptation to them in daily life. The research examines the topics of symbolic interaction theory and its implications in industrial design،symbolic interaction theory،and the concept of self،the principles of symbolic interaction theory،and symbolic interaction in social contexts،as well as the social interaction between the user and the industrial product in symbolic interaction theory. It was concluded that the social interaction between users and the industrial product depends on language and the communication that occurs between them. Users use symbols that reflect their opinions and feelings toward the product،and these symbols depend on the meanings that arise through the user's interaction with the product within specific social contexts
symbolic interaction theory , interaction context, social interaction, industrial product
The Mechanisms of Space Formation in Contemporary Theater – The Play Days of Madness and Honey as a Model
Contemporary theater has witnessed major transformations at the level of the performance industry as well as the mechanisms of work, so experimentation, innovation, and deviation from traditional patterns were the prominent feature in the experiences of most theater directors, which included all the elements included in the show, foremost of which is space. This led to the diversity of experiences as well as innovations, which expanded the mechanisms of work and changed their artistic and aesthetic requirements as a result of technical and artistic transformations, which in turn rebuilt the aesthetic and semantic relationship between The elements involved in the construction of the theatrical performance. Accordingly, this research delves into understanding and studying the mechanisms followed by directors in painting and shaping space in contemporary theater, as the researcher divided his research into four chapters, the first of which dealt with the research problem (the methodological framework), which he identified with the following question: (What are the mechanisms used by the contemporary theater director in formulating and shaping his theatrical space?As for the importance of the research, the researcher identified the directors and students of theater art as the most prominent beneficiaries, while the goal of the research is to identify the mechanisms of space formation in contemporary theater, and then the researcher set limits for the research and define the terms and define them procedurally. The second chapter (Theoretical Framework), which included two researches, dealt in the first (the specificity of space in contemporary theater) with the specific variables that drew the form of contemporary space, and the most important elements that constituted it, while in the second (The construction of space in contemporary theater) is the most important innovations of directors in space, and then he identified the most important indicators that resulted from the theoretical framework, most notably: space in the context of contemporary directing has a special characteristic of being flexible, open to all possibilities of work, as it is not determined by a specific place or time as much as it is related to the directorial vision. While the third chapter dealt with (research procedures), which included (the research community, the method of selecting the sample, the research methodology, the means of measurement, and the analysis of the sample, which was represented by the presentation of the days of madness and honey), while the fourth chapter (results and conclusions) included the most important results of the research, the most prominent of which were: (The director employed space as an effective semantic element, not just as an incubator work space for the dramatic act, but he also employed space to direct the project's paths in order to ensure the achievement of his aesthetic narratives.Then he reviewed the most important conclusions he reached, the most important of which are: (The transformation of space in contemporary theater from being a space to contain the act to an active semantic and aesthetic element that contributes to the production of meaning and pushes the recipient to a plurality of reading, which enhanced his expressive energy), and then the researcher reviewed the list of sources he used in his research.
Directorial Treatment of Rebellion in Contemporary Iraqi Theatre Performances
The current study delves into the turbulent transformations that Iraq has undergone in recent decades, during which the theatrical stage has become a restless mirror reflecting a disturbed reality and a space overflowing with questions and challenges. Iraqi theatre has never merely been a venue for performance and entertainment; rather, at its aesthetic and symbolic core, it has consistently served as a voice of protest, relying on rebellion as a tool for deconstruction and reconstruction, and as a form of confrontation with the dominant and the familiar. The director emerges as the most significant aesthetic agent in transforming rebellion from a concept into a vibrant visual act. The director’s role goes beyond merely staging the text; they reframe it through visions that favor breaking the rules and dismantling the rigid structures that have constrained theatrical thought. Accordingly, the aim of this research is centered on studying the concept of directorial treatment of rebellion in contemporary theatrical performances. This is done through the lens of psychological, social, and philosophical studies, and how to interact and harmonize among them in ways that align with intellectual and technological advancements. This is encapsulated in the central research question: How have directorial treatments of rebellious themes been manifested in contemporary Iraqi theatre, by surpassing traditional directing styles and striving for modern intellectual and aesthetic formulations that reflect the transformations of contemporary reality? The scope of the research is limited to studying rebellion as an intellectual and aesthetic direction, by focusing on directorial approaches that go beyond traditional methods and offer new visions that mirror social, political, and cultural changes. The study analyzes directing elements such as the director’s vision, stage imagery, actor movement, space, and audiovisual techniques as effective tools for portraying rebellion. The research includes a methodological framework that defines the problem, its significance, and objectives, in addition to a theoretical framework comprising two sections: Section One: The essence of rebellion. Section Two: The directorial treatment of rebellion in contemporary theatre. The analysis is based on theoretical indicators, and the play "Ya Rab" (O Lord) directed by Mustafa Sattar Al-Rikabi was selected as an applied case study. The research concludes with several key findings, the most important of which are: Theatre of the Absurd and the Irrational generates dramatic conflict that reveals intellectual and performative features open to multiple times and spaces. The diversity of directing styles has added hidden symbolic dimensions in light of rebellious ideas
The melodic and rhythmic structure of national anthems in the Arab Gulf States region
The national anthem is a true reflection of a nation's history and the struggles of its leaders. It embodies the beliefs and traditions of its people and expresses national identity. The symbols of leaders, kings, and figures with a historical legacy become anthems sung by the people. Therefore, the national anthem serves as the foundation for stirring patriotic feelings among citizens, reminding them of their nation's glory and the nature of their land. This strengthens national belonging, regardless of ethnicity, religion, or belief. The national anthem's content showcases the characteristics of nations and celebrates the courage and strength of their heroes, who defended the right to a dignified life for all people. National anthems in Arab countries, especially those of the Arabian Gulf, are characterized by simplicity. In terms of their content, they carry several forms, some with a royal character, others with a republican character, and others with a regional character. There is another type of national anthem that expresses feelings of love and pride in the nation, homeland, and history. If we accept that the text of national anthems is in harmony with the melodies, then we find that the construction of the narrative meaning of the text and melody is subject to controls that are embodied in how each of them is built according to a harmonic consistency in text and melody. Based on the above, the researcher found that the justifications for this research lie in (the extent of the poetic text’s structural conformity in terms of rhythm and melody with the melody in the musical scales of the national anthems of the Arabian Gulf countries).
melodic , rhythmic , national anthems in the Arab Gulf States region
Public Speaking Skills in Acting Performances of Iraqi Theatre Shows
The research examines the art of elocution by actors, which is one of the primary tools used by actors in embodying their roles in a theatrical performance. The skills and techniques involved in the art of elocution are also central to this research, as is the resulting sound characterization of the character on stage. This is reflected through the actor's study of the nature of the art of elocution, to engage in the process of producing a clear meaning for the recipient. Therefore, the researcher found it necessary to adopt a theme and formulate the title of his research: "Elocution Skills in the Acting Performances of Iraqi Theatrical Performances." To achieve this goal, the research was divided into four chapters: Chapter One (Methodological Framework) The researcher identified the research problem, the need for it, the importance of the research, and the research objective. The researcher set the study for the year 2023 in Iraqi theater. The researcher then defined the study's terms (skill, elocution, performance, acting). The second chapter addressed two topics that formed the theoretical framework, as follows: The first topic: "The actors' elocution mechanisms" The second topic: "The skill variable of the acting performance" The researcher also derived a set of indicators within the theoretical framework. In Chapter Three (Research Procedures), the researcher narrowed down his research community. He then adopted the intentional method of selecting a research sample, which consisted of a single theatrical performance, the play "Liquid Fear." The researcher used the measurement method as the units for analyzing the research sample model. Chapter Four included a presentation of the research results the researcher reached, which achieved the research objective. The conclusions from these results represent complementary answers to the research objective. Chapter Four also included a list of Arabic sources and references, appendices, and a summary in English
recitation, acting performance, Iraqi theatre
The Dialectics of Spectator Performance in the Strategy of the Contemporary Iraqi Multimedia Theater
This research is based on the hypothesis that the effectiveness of theatrical performance increases when its strategies are deliberately directed toward the spectator, not only drawing them into the space of reception but also implicating them in the very process of the dramatic event. Such an approach relies on directorial pre-calculations aimed at generating shocks and stimuli that enable what may be termed the "performance of the spectator." Within this framework, the study examines multimedia theatrical productions that seek to enrich their artistic and aesthetic discourse by activating the creativity of the audience and integrating them as an organic part of the performative system. The research is structured across four chapters: Chapter One outlines the methodological framework, presenting the research problem, which assumes that the theatrical spectator can become both performer and co-creator of meaning within the performance system as a whole, according to a predetermined strategy of the production. It also defines the significance, objectives, limitations, and the operational use of the term performance. Chapter Two provides the theoretical framework, addressing: (1) The Human and the Dialectics of Reception, and (2) The Performance of the Spectator in Multimedia Theatrical Production.These discussions yield scientific indicators that serve as analytical units for examining spectator performance in Iraqi theater. Chapter Three details the research procedures, including methodology, sampling, and analysis, with the case study of the play Red Carpet (dir. Jabbar Joudi, 2015). Chapter Four discusses the findings, presents the conclusions, and lists the sources and references
Performance, Spectator, Strategy, Theater, Multimedia
The role of free artistic activities in promoting creative imagination among students at the Institute of Fine Arts
The aim of the current research is to identify (the role of free artistic activities in enhancing creative imagination among students at the Institute of Fine Arts). The research was applied to two groups, experimental and control, with (30) male and female students (15) students for each group. After applying the program sessions consisting of (ten sessions) To achieve the research objectives, the following hypotheses were formulated: There are no statistically significant differences between the pre-test and post-test scores of the experimental group on the artistic activities scale; there are no statistically significant differences between the pre-test and post-test scores of the control group on the artistic activities scale among students; there are no statistically significant differences between the scores of the experimental and control groups. For the post-test on the scale of artistic activities among students, the research was conducted on two groups, experimental and control, with (30) male and female students (15 students in each group). After implementing the program sessions consisting of (ten sessions), the following results were obtained Statistically significant differences were found in Favor of the post-test, indicating that the program significantly improved the creative imagination of the experimental group students after its implementation. The Wilcoxon signed-rank test results showed no statistically significant differences between the pre-test and post-test scores of the control group, meaning that their level of creative imagination remained unchanged during the program During the study period: 3- The Mann-Whitney U test results showed statistically significant differences in Favor of the experimental group in the post-test, confirming that the training program had a clear and lasting impact on improving the creative imagination of the experimental group students compared to the control group, even a month and a half after the program ended
artistic activities, creative imagination
Design trends for digital advertising marketing culture
Modern digital marketing advertisements through electronic platforms and applications are a necessary need to obtain various and diverse products from all brands from different parts of the world. It is the fastest way to save time and effort, as it provides promoters with thousands of followers that are free of complications and achieve profits and financial returns, as the individual can learn about products via the Internet, which provides ease of communication and acquaintance and all offers, sales and purchase operations. The research goal includes identifying the design trends of the digital advertising marketing culture. The research included the research problem, the importance and limits of the research, in addition to defining the terms and the most important conclusions: that the researcher reached through the research are. Adopting modern design trends in digital advertising enhances the effectiveness of promoting and marketing these advertising products, as it has the potential to achieve goals in designing high-quality advertisements by displaying images and video clips
design trends, consumer culture, electronic marketing
Employing historical events in television drama
Drama is from the ancient human arts, it appeared with the presence of the old man, as it was the means that he used to simulate the surrounding reality and even his Aristotle imagination to embody it in the form of rituals and dances expressed in a symbolic way. Drama is closely related to humanity since ancient times, and it is considered one of the oldest performing arts known to man, as was the first to look at the drama in his book The Art of Poetry, as he defined it as the art of simulation, and it is the root of every art and includes all the arts including epic poetry, tragedy, comedy and music. The drama was first associated with the theater, and its name was associated, and then it was able to benefit from the technological developments accompanying the world, so discovering the camera and the invention of cinema and television had an influential role in the historical development of the drama and its forms. As direct as the theatrical text in which the drama depended on dialogue and physical expression, but rather evolved into another form that fits with modern techniques of cinematography and television represented by the scenario in which the narration relies on (image and sound). So the drama started in the cinema and television by transferring theatrical and fictional texts to a screen to feed its permanence, and it did not stop at that, but began to rewrite the events of the biographies of known figures throughout history and presented to the recipient. And she made her own genre known as historical drama. Historical drama is a source of knowledge of the past and the events and knowledge and cultural values it entails for many recipients, despite its imagination, which may be somewhat far from the historical events that actually took place. And that is because the Malfives possesses a wide freedom for creativity in formulating dramas in all its forms and historical ones, and at the same time maintains the credibility of its events within its general framework, and that is based on documents and historical books authoring the film or series. Through this research, we will try to get acquainted with TV drama and its role in embodying historical figures and transferring them to the recipient to enrich his culture. The research is divided into three chapters, including: First: Chapter One: The methodological framework, which addresses the research methodology, including the research problem, its objective, and its importance. It also defines the most important terms used in the research title, as well as the research samples and previous studies on the subject. Second: Chapter Two: The theoretical framework, which consists of the following sections: Section One (Drama and Narrative Diversity) Section Two (History between Reality and Dramatic Formulation) Section Three (The Concept of Historical Drama)Chapter Three: Analysis of the samples (referring to the historical series "The Conquest of Andalusia"). Chapter Four: Presents the results and conclusions, and finally, a list of footnotes and sources included in the research
The Effectiveness of Employing BioGeometry Decorative Motifs as an Aesthetic Approach to Enhancing Psychological Comfort in Men's Clothing Design
This study examines the application of biogeometric art motifs in contemporary men’s fashion design within the framework of modern trends that integrate aesthetic, functional, and psychological dimensions of clothing. It is based on the assumption that organized geometric systems and harmonious relationships derived from nature can enhance design quality and promote a sense of comfort. This raises the question of the effectiveness of this approach in men’s fashion, where its application remains limited. To achieve this objective, the study adopts both descriptive-analytical and applied methodologies. A set of design proposals inspired by biogeometric motifs was developed and evaluated using a questionnaire administered to a sample of specialists and consumers. The evaluation focused on two main aspects: aesthetic and functional, supported by statistical analysis of the collected data. The results revealed statistically significant differences among the designs in both aspects, confirming the effectiveness of employing this approach in enhancing the aesthetic and functional values of the designs. Furthermore, the compositional relationships and harmony among decorative elements contributed to achieving clear visual balance, enhancing psychological comfort, and reducing visual tension. The study highlights the importance of adopting this approach in developing contemporary men’s fashion designs that consider psychological dimensions alongside aesthetic and functional aspects, thereby improving the overall quality of the design product.
Biogeometric Art, Fashion Design, Men’s Wear, Psychological Comfort
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Artistic Creativity Between Human and Generative Models: Conceptual Transformations in Contemporary Art
This study explores the transformation of artistic creativity in contemporary art, tracing its shift from a human centered practice based on intentionality and aesthetic perception to a generative model shaped through interaction with Artificial Intelligence. Traditionally understood as an act rooted in intuition and imagination, creativity is increasingly reconceptualized as a distributed process involving both human and algorithmic systems. Using a descriptive/analytical approach, the study analyzes changes in artistic practice and the emergence of new creative forms within digital contexts. The findings indicate a fundamental redefinition of key concepts, including originality, authorship, and aesthetic value. Accordingly, creativity is no longer viewed as the product of an autonomous individual, but as a co-creative process integrating human cognition with computational systems, repositioning the artist as a designer of generative processes and a curator of their outcomes.
Artistic Creativity - Generative Artificial Intelligence - Human–AI Co-Creativity - Contemporary Arts - Generative Systems
Copyright (c) 2026 Ramia A. Al Gharsan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0
Beyond Simplicity: Visual Organization as a Determinant of Perceptual Efficiency in Product Design
This study examines visual organization as a primary determinant of perceptual efficiency in product design. While contemporary design practices often emphasize simplicity, this research argues that perception is governed by how visual relationships are structured rather than reduced. A controlled comparative experiment was conducted using three configurations of a single product: high visual density, minimal reduction, and structured hierarchy. Forty-four participants evaluated the designs based on clarity, ease of understanding, attention capture, and overall preference. The results revealed statistically significant differences across all conditions (p < .001), with the structured configuration consistently achieving the highest performance. Effect size analysis indicated strong agreement among participants, while distributional patterns showed reduced variability under structured conditions. These findings introduce perceptual consistency as a key dimension of design effectiveness. The study demonstrates that perceptual efficiency emerges from structured organization rather than visual simplification, contributing to a structure-based approach to product design.
Visual Organization Perceptual Efficiency Cognitive Load Visual Hierarchy Perceptual Consistency
Quality assurance in the garment industry: Diagnosis and improvement
This article examines the multifaceted nature of quality assurance in the garment industry, highlighting its critical role in meeting consumer expectations and ensuring product reliability within a competitive market. It addresses the challenges faced by both consumers and manufacturers when quality is compromised, illustrated through real-world examples of product defects. Emphasizing that quality is defined by customer perception rather than supplier claims, the study aligns with ISO 8402's definition of quality. The research presents a comprehensive analysis of current quality assurance processes in garment manufacturing, identifying key factors influencing fabric quality, such as material selection, production techniques, and inspection methodologies. Advanced diagnostic tools, including statistical process control and root cause analysis, are employed to identify common defects and their origins in the production workflow. Additionally, a framework for continuous improvement is proposed, integrating methodologies like Total Quality Management (TQM) and Six Sigma to enhance quality assurance efforts. The implementation of automated inspection technologies and data-driven decision-making is discussed as a means to increase efficiency and reduce variability in fabric quality. By developing a comprehensive quality manual and automated tools for managing non-conformance, this study aims to provide valuable insights for enhancing operational efficiency and market competitiveness in the textile sector, fostering a culture of quality throughout the supply chain.
Quality assurance, Garment industry , Process improvement
Copyright (c) 2026 Thouraya Hamdi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0