International Journal of Culture and Art Studies

Windows of Insight: A Review on Stained Glass Research Trends

Kelvin Leong — 2024-10-31

This study uses Scopus data from 1855 to 2023 to examine key trends and developments in stained glass research, showing a notable increase in academic work after 2000. This growth is linked to advances in digital technology and wider global access, allowing for interdisciplinary research combining materials science, engineering, and cultural studies. New technologies, such as hyperspectral imaging and laser cleaning, have significantly improved conservation methods. The study also shows an increasing contribution from the United States, alongside the continued leadership of Europe, with more diverse sources of funding reflecting global investment in stained glass research. By offering a comprehensive, long-term analysis, this review fills gaps in previous studies by addressing the lack of integrated research across different fields and regions. It provides useful insights for future research, policy-making, and conservation efforts, highlighting the global importance of stained glass. The findings emphasize its continuing relevance to art, technology, and cultural heritage preservation.

Implementation of Betulungan on Multiethnic Women in Preserving The Haul Tradition in Samarinda East Kalimantan

Sunardi — 2024-10-31

This ethnographic study investigates the Haul tradition's execution in Samarinda, East Kalimantan, emphasising the procedures and challenges of preserving this significant religious and cultural event. The Haul custom- an Islamic observance that pays tribute to esteemed progenitors or saints, is of great spiritual significance; however, it is currently facing contemporary challenges, such as ethnic diversity and generational shifts. Betulungan, a native term that signifies cooperation and communal assistance, is the foundation of the Haul's prosperity in Samarinda. Betulungan's role in fostering collaboration among women from various ethnic backgrounds—Javanese, Banjar, Kutai, and Dayak—who are involved in the administration and maintenance of the Haul is further clarified in this study. The research employed a case study methodology, utilising data collected from five key informants chosen for their substantial contributions to the organization of the Haul within their communities. The neighborhood leader, a critical participant in organising community events, is identified as a key informant because he fosters collaboration and ensures inclusion in this multiethnic environment. The research, conducted through participant observation and exhaustive interviews, illustrates how Betulungan is a conduit for bridging ethnic divides and promoting interethnic collaboration in preparing food, rituals, and logistics for the Haul. The data indicate that Betulungan fosters a collaborative environment where women, regardless of ethnicity, unify to achieve a common spiritual goal, thereby preserving the Haul heritage and enhancing social cohesiveness. In response to the socio-cultural dynamics of a modernizing, multiethnic Samarinda, the Haul heritage has continued to evolve, with the culture of mutual assistance being crucial to its preservation. The research improves understanding of the substantial role those local cooperative behaviors play in conserving cultural and religious traditions among various groups.

Organological Study of Canang Kayu in Aceh Singkil

Junaidi Purba — 2024-10-31

This study aimed to describe the organological aspects of making and playing the Canang kayu (wooden canang) instrument. Canang kayu is one of the local musical instruments from Aceh Singkil Regency. It is included as a percussion instrument and classified as an idiophone (a solid musical instrument whose sound comes from the instrument itself). This musical instrument is a form of xylophone (a percussion instrument consisting of a series of wooden blocks placed horizontally and struck with a unique beater). A qualitative method was applied in this study. Data were collected through observation participation, literature studies, and interviews with the Canang kayu makers, Canang kayu players, and staff in Majelis Adat Aceh Singkil (Aceh Singkil Traditional Council). The data source was pictures of Canang kayu and interview recordings with informants. The result of the study showed that the primary raw materials for canning kayu are bamboo and tree wood/Terentang putih tree (local people also call it cupping wood). Terentang putih tree (Campnosperma auriculatum) is a type of tree that grows in swamps. This tree can be found near Aceh Singkil forest. It is pretty difficult to find at present. The material for making Canang kayu should consider the size, tool used, raw material, and the making process. For playing technique, Canang kayu can be played by placing it on feet or a container. The Canang kayu instrument has a strong relationship with maintaining its material and local knowledge of making concepts that seize the cultural values of the Aceh Singkil people. It can be concluded that the making and playing technique is an effort to preserve one of Aceh Singkil's cultural heritages toward the identity and important insights in enriching knowledge about Canang kayu as an Aceh Singkil traditional art.

Technology-Enhanced Art and Sustainable Discourse Practices

Parisa Zaeri — 2024-10-31

This study explored the potential of technology-enhanced art in fostering sustainable discourse practices and social connection in the digital age. As technology advances, new opportunities emerge to integrate digital tools into creative practices, particularly in the realm of art. By examining the intersection of art, technology, and discourse analysis through a sustainability lens, this research aims to uncover innovative approaches to promoting effective communication, civic engagement, collaboration, intercultural understanding, empathy, and resilience incorporating co-design processes, shared decision-making, or collaborative art-making activities. The study provides an overview of technology-enhanced art practices including social media, virtual reality, interactive installations, and digital storytelling tools, and their impact on discourse practices within diverse socio-cultural contexts. It investigates the role of digital platforms and creative processes in facilitating social connection through discourse. The research focuses on a thematic approach to technology-enhanced art interventions that promote sustainable discourse practices and social connection. Through a thematic and intervention-based approach, this research combines a review of current literature with case studies showcasing the successful implementation of technology-enhanced art interventions. So the current study argues that technology-enhanced art holds significant potential for fostering sustainable discourse practices and social connection in the digital age. By harnessing the power of digital tools and creative processes in an environmentally conscious manner, artists, educators, and practitioners can support social connections. This, in turn, contributes to personal, social, and environmental resilience in a rapidly evolving technological landscape.

Code-Mixing and Code-Switching in the TV Culinary Show MasterChef Indonesia

Muhammad Yusuf — 2024-10-31

This research examines the linguistic phenomena of code-mixing and code-switching in Indonesian culinary television programs, focusing on MasterChef Indonesia Season 11. The research identifies the forms of code-mixing, which include inner, outer, and hybrid mixing of languages, as well as different types of code-switching, such as tag switching, inter-sentential switching, and intra-sentential switching. The factors influencing these language shifts include globalization, the influence of foreign cultures, the need for commercial appeal, limitations in Indonesian vocabulary, and the communication habits of individuals in the culinary media. The research reveals that foreign terms, especially English, are commonly used in culinary contexts to describe techniques, ingredients, and concepts without direct Indonesian equivalents. While the use of foreign languages can enrich the Indonesian vocabulary and aid in adapting modern concepts, concerns arise regarding the erosion of the purity of Indonesian and its shifting status concerning global languages. The study underscores the importance of strategic measures for language preservation, including promoting awareness of linguistic identity and enforcing policies that ensure proper Indonesian use in mass media. The findings contribute to a deeper understanding of language dynamics in public television and its potential impact on developing and preserving Indonesian as the national language.

Cultural Sustainability Analysis of 12 Coastal Tourism Destinations in North Jakarta

Dewi Gita Kartika — 2024-10-31

Maintaining culture so that it remains sustainable is everyone's responsibility, because the identity of a nation can be seen from the culture. This descriptive research aims to analyze the cultural sustainability of 12 coastal tourism destinations in North Jakarta, by assessing the protection of cultural heritage and visits to cultural sites. With a quantitative approach and employing scoring analysis techniques, data were collected through observations and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) with key informants from the 12 coastal tourism destinations in North Jakarta. The results of this study identified Tanjung Priok, Suaka Marga Satwa, Sunda Kelapa and Ancol Area are sustainable because both destinations have implemented protection of cultural assets and intangible heritage well, otherwise Bahtera Jaya Yacht Club is unsustainable because of poor management and changes in the structure of cultural heritage buildings. It is hoped that this research will be useful for further researchers and stakeholders in making policies related to cultural sustainability in Indonesia, especially North Jakarta.