Matalensa: Journal of Photography and Media (ISSN-2809-5812) is a peer-reviewed journal committed to promoting and disseminating scholarly research in the fields of photography and media. The journal serves as a platform for researchers, academics, and practitioners to share their findings and insights, contributing to the development of knowledge in these dynamic fields. By offering a rigorous peer-review process, the journal ensures the publication of high-quality research that meets academic standards and advances the discourse in photography and media studies.

The journal places a particular emphasis on interdisciplinary perspectives that intersect with photography and media. It encourages contributions that explore the complex and evolving relationships between visual culture, technology, society, and media practices. Articles that engage with theoretical frameworks, case studies, and innovative methodologies are highly valued. This focus on interdisciplinary approaches allows the journal to cater to a diverse audience of scholars and practitioners from various fields, including visual arts, media studies, communication, cultural studies, and digital humanities.

Matalensa is published biannually, with issues released in February and August each year by the Department of Photography, Faculty of Arts and Design, Institut Seni Indonesia Padangpanjang. Each edition features a selection of articles, essays, and reviews that reflect the latest research and critical thought in the fields of photography and media. The journal aims to foster intellectual exchange and collaboration among scholars and practitioners, both within Indonesia and internationally, by providing a space for innovative and thought-provoking contributions.

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