THE LANGUAGE OF VISION: EXPLORING LITERATURE’S ROLE IN VISUAL ARTS THROUGH BIBLIOMETRIC MAPPING.

Bindu Cherian

doi:10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i3.2024.3272

Authors

Bindu Cherian Department of English, St. Stephens College Uzhavoor, Kerala, India

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.29121/shodhkosh.v5.i3.2024.3272

Keywords:

Visual Arts, Literature, Bibliometric Analysis, Biblioshiny, VOSviewer

Abstract [English]

This study explores the interdisciplinary relationship between literature and visual arts through a bibliometric analysis, highlighting how literature inspires, enriches, and contextualizes visual narratives. Using data from the Scopus database and advanced tools like Biblioshiny and VOSviewer, the analysis uncovers key trends, influential authors, and thematic patterns in the field. The annual scientific production reveals a significant growth trajectory, with a surge in research outputs post-2004, reflecting increasing scholarly interest. Sylvia Pantaleo emerges as the most prolific author, contributing substantially to the discourse, while journals like Word and Image and Foreign Literature Studies serve as prominent publication sources. Country-level analysis highlights the United States, the United Kingdom, and Australia as dominant contributors, with emerging collaborations in Asia and Latin America. Trend topic analysis identifies a shift from historical inquiries to contemporary applications, with themes like mental health, art education, and virtual reality gaining prominence. The thematic map further highlights core themes such as "visual arts" and "literature," alongside emerging areas like "ekphrasis" and "creativity," which present opportunities for further exploration. Bibliographic coupling of documents reveals strong interconnections among seminal works, emphasizing the interdisciplinary nature of the field. Co-occurrence of keywords showcases clusters around education, mental health, and cultural studies, indicating diverse research applications. Global collaborations, although led by developed nations, point to the potential for broader international engagement to foster inclusivity and innovation. This comprehensive analysis provides a roadmap for future research, emphasizing the need to bridge gaps and leverage interdisciplinary approaches to enrich the evolving interplay between literature and visual arts.

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