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The role of the Director of Photography (DoP) is fundamental in translating narrative concepts into visual language within audio-visual productions. This study examines the implementation of cinematographic techniques applied by the DoP in producing the human interest video feature "Porter: Ketidakpastian yang Dikerjakan" (Porter: Uncertainty at Work). The feature documents the daily lives of porters at Bandung Station, shedding light on the occupational uncertainty they face as informal sector workers. The research employs a qualitative descriptive method with a production-based approach, analyzing four key cinematographic elements: type of shot (long shot, medium shot, close up), camera angle (eye level, high angle, low angle), camera movement (panning, tilting, tracking shot, static shot), and framing (rule of thirds, balanced composition). Findings indicate that each technique was applied with deliberate intention to reinforce the narrative, emotional depth, and thematic meaning of the work. Long shots established the station environment as a dynamic, unpredictable workspace; medium shots captured the psychological nuance of waiting and uncertainty; close ups revealed intimate emotional detail; and varied camera angles constructed the power dynamics between porters and their environment. Camera movements supported visual continuity and audience engagement, while framing principles ensured compositional coherence throughout. The study contributes practical insights into the role of cinematography in non-fiction storytelling, particularly in conveying the lived realities of marginalized workers.

This study examines the economic dynamics experienced by migrant women through the perspective of abstract painting as a medium for personal and social reflection. The study uses a qualitative method with an artistic research approach, which departs from the researcher's personal experience as a migrant woman facing increasingly complex economic realities. The rising cost of living, financial constraints, and intertwined academic demands create pressure not only on material aspects, but also on psychological, emotional, and mental conditions. This situation demands adaptation strategies, resilience, and the ability to survive in the face of uncertainty in migrant areas. The dynamics of these experiences are then translated into visual language through an abstract expressionist approach utilizing mixed media techniques. Dynamic line elements, contrasting colors, bubble textures, and layers of material are used as symbols of the tension, struggle, and economic instability experienced by the subjects. The research findings show that abstract painting functions not only as a means of personal expression, but also as a medium for social reflection that records and articulates the experiences of migrant women who are often marginalized. This research contributes to the enrichment of contemporary art discourse, particularly in presenting visual narratives that voice economic issues and women's life experiences in a critical and reflective manner.    

Murals are positioned as texts that communicate social messages through a combination of visual and symbolic, and act as a medium for environmental advocacy in public spaces. This study discusses the mural design with the theme "The Impact of Vehicle Pollution on Public Health" as a form of visual language analyzed through M.A.K. Halliday's systemic functional linguistic approach, especially in the aspect of the situational context consisting of field, tenor, and mode. This analysis shows that the mural field reflects environmental issues and their impact on public health. The participants in this study include artists as message makers and the wider community as audiences; while the mode relies on strong visual images, symbolic colors, and text elements to strengthen the message. The results of the study reveal that this mural design not only functions as an artistic expression, but also as a means to build effective social awareness through visual strategies. This study emphasizes that understanding the situational context of mural design is very important for interpreting the message conveyed more deeply and critically to society.

This analysis uses the Wimba Method and Visual Language Expression System to examine the visual language of the Goddess Parwati statue. Using a qualitative descriptive research method with a historical background to obtain a description of the creation that is appropriate to the period of its creation. Viewed from the visual language approach, several general things are obtained regarding the Goddess Parwati statue, namely: (1) Iconography aspect: identifying and describing all elements of the Goddess Parwati statue; (2) Historical aspect: The Goddess Parwati statue was discovered in the 14th century. The initial location of the discovery was at the BHRE Kahuripan Site, Panggih Village, Trowulan District, Mojokerto Regency, East Java. (3) Visual language aspect: Seen from the combination of naturalistic-stylized depiction methods using decorative methods. The data analysis model used is an interactive model analysis carried out by collecting data, reducing data, presenting data, and drawing conclusions/verifying data. The study of the contents of the wimba shows that there are various types of jewelry depicted on the Goddess Parwati statue as supporters of the statue's identity.   Keywords:  Visual Language, Statue of Goddess Parvati, Iconography, Wimba and Phraseology, Qualitative Descriptive Method  

This study examines the transformation of mihrab design in contemporary mosque architecture in the modern era through a literature review approach. The mihrab, as an essential element in mosque architecture that marks the direction of the qibla, has undergone significant evolution in its design and application alongside the development of contemporary architecture. Using a descriptive qualitative research method, this study analyzes various sources of literature related to the development of mihrab design, including academic journals, books, and architectural documents. The findings of the study reveal that the transformation of mihrab design not only involves visual changes but also a reinterpretation of deeper symbolic and philosophical meanings. While there are views questioning the compatibility of contemporary designs with Islamic values, this study finds that innovations in mihrab design enrich the architectural heritage of Islam by creating a new visual language that still honors its essential function as a marker of the qibla direction. This research contributes to understanding how Islamic architecture can adapt to modernity while preserving its spiritual values.

This research investigates the impact of using the TikTok application on the communication patterns of Generation Z. TikTok has become a significant platform for this generation in conveying their expressions and interactions through creative video content. This study aims to explore how these applications influence the way Generation Z communicates, including changes in their digital self-expression. This research uses a qualitative approach to analyze how TikTok influences the dynamics of interpersonal communication, the use of visual language, and content consumption and production patterns in the current digital cultural context.      

This study aims to identify and analyze the visualization of the expression of the main character of the droid, namely Kabasaran in the digital comic Nusantara Droid War using a visual language approach through the wimba 4 method (illustration). Visual analysis includes elements and principles of visual language by classifying Kabasaran character expressions based on the suitability of the form language method. The results of the analysis show the depiction of expressions, using detailed line drawings and thin shading on the eyes, eyebrows, nose and mouth. The way of depiction in Kabasaran expression uses expressive depiction, distortion, and lines. Expressive drawing uses lines that give the effect of wrinkles between the eyes. Enlarged distortion depiction, used for the eyes, mouth, and teeth. Overall, the face is described as smooth, not many thick lines that give the impression of wrinkles or an old impression which is adapted to the character of Kabasaran in the comic, which is a small child.   Keywords: Expression Visualization, Visual Language, Form Language