Abstract
In this thesis I explore frames in visual media: The ones found in museums and galleries, those in books and editorial design. And the frames found in online-culture and memes. I investigate the history and traditions of frames, and I discover how they relate to more abstract frames, like certain social constructs and topics relating to identity.
I will give a general introduction to frames, in which I dissect a frame into its properties and functions. After this introduction, this thesis will continue following a non-linear structure consisting of little standalone vignettes. These little "nuggets" are not meant to be read in any specific order. With this structure I hope to present my research in a digestible manner.
Abstract
In this thesis I explore frames in visual media: The ones found in museums and galleries, those in books and editorial design. And the frames found in online-culture and memes. I investigate the history and traditions of frames, and I discover how they relate to more abstract frames, like certain social constructs and topics relating to identity.
I will give a general introduction to frames, in which I dissect a frame into its properties and functions. After this introduction, this thesis will continue following a non-linear structure consisting of little standalone vignettes. These little "nuggets" are not meant to be read in any specific order. With this structure I hope to present my research in a digestible manner.