Tentative Program

Conference Programme

Tentative Conference Agenda

Explore the proposed two-day programme developed around the conference Session Tracks and aligned United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Conference Format Hybrid Conference In-person and virtual participation
Programme 2 Days 22โ€“23 December 2026
Academic Scope 11 Tracks Conference Session Tracks
Research Scope 20 Areas Call for Papers themes
SDG Alignment 7 SDGs SDGs 4, 8, 9, 10, 11, 16 and 17
Tentative Agenda & Timings

Session timings, sequence, track grouping and allocations are tentative and subject to change. Final timings will be confirmed closer to the conference. All timings follow the local time of the conference location.

Day 01

Opening, Keynote & Technical Sessions

22 DEC 2026 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:30 AM

    Registration, Welcome Kit Collection & Virtual Check-in

    Participant arrival, credential verification and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:30 AM 09:45 AM

    Networking Tea & Digital Welcome

    Informal networking for on-site and virtual participants.

    HYBRID
  3. 09:45 AM 10:30 AM

    Welcome Address, Opening Plenary & Keynote Presentation I

    Opening of the conference and introduction to its research focus.

    PLENARY
  4. 10:30 AM 12:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session I

    3 TRACKS
    Track 01
    Modernism and Its Discontents
    411
    Track Overview

    This track explores the complexities and contradictions inherent in modernist art movements. Participants are encouraged to analyze how these tensions reflect broader societal changes and philosophical inquiries.

    Track 02
    Visual Culture and Identity
    1016
    Track Overview

    This session focuses on the interplay between visual culture and the construction of identity in contemporary society. Papers will investigate how art and visual media shape and reflect personal and collective identities.

    Track 03
    Aesthetic Theories in Art History
    49
    Track Overview

    This track invites discussions on various aesthetic theories that have influenced art history and criticism. Participants will examine how these theories inform our understanding of artistic value and cultural significance.

  5. 12:30 PM 01:30 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and networking opportunity.

    BREAK
  6. 01:30 PM 03:30 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session II

    3 TRACKS
    Track 04
    Art Movements and Cultural Representation
    1016
    Track Overview

    This session delves into the relationship between art movements and their representation of cultural narratives. Contributions will highlight how different artistic practices engage with social issues and cultural identities.

    Track 05
    Philosophical Approaches to Visual Aesthetics
    416
    Track Overview

    This track encourages exploration of philosophical frameworks that shape our understanding of visual aesthetics. Papers may address the implications of these frameworks on the interpretation and appreciation of art.

    Track 06
    Contemporary Art and Global Perspectives
    817
    Track Overview

    This session examines contemporary art practices through a global lens, considering how cultural exchanges influence artistic innovation. Participants will analyze the impact of globalization on artistic expression and visual culture.

  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Interactive Q&A, Day 1 Summary & Group Photo

    Closing interaction and key takeaways from the first day.

    CLOSING
Day 02

Keynote, Technical Sessions & Awards

23 DEC 2026 HYBRID
  1. 09:00 AM 09:15 AM

    Participant Check-in & Day 2 Welcome

    On-site attendance confirmation and virtual lobby access.

    HYBRID
  2. 09:15 AM 10:00 AM

    Keynote Presentation II

    Expert address on the future of the conference research domain.

    PLENARY
  3. 10:00 AM 12:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session III

    3 TRACKS
    Track 07
    Art Criticism in the Digital Age
    916
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the evolution of art criticism in the context of digital media and technology. Discussions will focus on how online platforms reshape critical discourse and audience engagement with art.

    Track 08
    Art Interpretation: Methods and Challenges
    410
    Track Overview

    This session addresses the various methodologies employed in art interpretation and the challenges they present. Participants are invited to share insights on how different approaches can yield diverse readings of artworks.

    Track 09
    Art and the Politics of Representation
    1016
    Track Overview

    This track explores the political dimensions of representation in art, examining how artists respond to and critique societal structures. Contributions will focus on the role of art in advocating for social change and justice.

  4. 12:00 PM 01:00 PM

    Lunch & Networking Break

    Refreshment interval and professional networking.

    BREAK
  5. 01:00 PM 03:00 PM

    Concurrent Technical Session IV

    2 TRACKS
    Track 10
    Visual Theory and Artistic Innovation
    917
    Track Overview

    This session invites discussions on the relationship between visual theory and artistic innovation. Participants will explore how theoretical frameworks can inspire new artistic practices and challenge traditional boundaries.

    Track 11
    Literature and Visual Culture Intersections
    410
    Track Overview

    This track investigates the intersections between literature and visual culture, focusing on how narrative and imagery inform each other. Papers will examine the ways in which literary texts engage with visual art and vice versa.

  6. 03:00 PM 03:30 PM

    Publications, Best Paper & Best Presentation Awards

    Publication guidance and recognition of outstanding research contributions.

    AWARDS
  7. 03:30 PM 04:00 PM

    Valedictory Session, Closing Remarks & Group Photo

    Conference summary, acknowledgements and formal conclusion.

    CLOSING
Aligned SDGs
4 Quality Education 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure 10 Reduced Inequalities 11 Sustainable Cities and Communities 16 Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions 17 Partnerships for the Goals

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