Making Sense
"Semiotics is not merely a science, but an art — and I enjoy the art part more."
What makes semioticians tick? We asked members of the international community of semiotic practitioners to answer 10 questions. Here's a series overview, organized by region.
"Semiotics is not merely a science, but an art — and I enjoy the art part more."
"Pure semiotic skills don't automatically translate to adept meaning-making."
"Depending on the situation, philosophy or linguistics may be the more relevant approach."
"If you’re obsessed with culture, if you over-analyse everything… then that’s enough to get started."
"Deal with the basics of semiotics without being distracted by the sometimes complicated theory."
"We have the ability to interpret culture and make a positive impact on the future."
"Semiotics is a lens that adds depth, intrigue, and even magic to the everyday."
"Our field should be about expansion and exploring multiple possibilities…."
"Decisions are influenced by cultural forces of which one might not even be aware."