Making Sense

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.


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"Semiotic discourse analysis contributes to deconstructing dominant narratives and amplifying the voices of marginalized groups."


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"You have to be both an actor and an observer."


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"I’m a huge advocate of semiotics explained in consumer-friendly language."


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"It’s a bit like 'Don’t mention the war!' — Don’t mention semiotics!"


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"Culture is the source of truth and wisdom — and we are but mere vessels."


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"No matter how challenging the brief, the solutions are always to be found within the evidence at hand."


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"Semiotics is not merely a science, but an art — and I enjoy the art part more."


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"Pure semiotic skills don't automatically translate to adept meaning-making."


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"Depending on the situation, philosophy or linguistics may be the more relevant approach."


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"If you’re obsessed with culture, if you over-analyse everything… then that’s enough to get started."


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"Deal with the basics of semiotics without being distracted by the sometimes complicated theory."


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"To hell with normative ruts."


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"We have the ability to interpret culture and make a positive impact on the future."


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"Learn to enjoy a liminal, confused state…"