Svensk Satir i Flux: En Tidsresa från Papper till Pixel. En semiotisk analys om hur satiren i Sverige har ändrats över tid
Abstract
The purpose of this bachelor thesis is to examine the satire climate in Sweden. In the 1970’s,
satire art was frequently published in Swedish newspapers in contrast to today where satire
art is barely existent in newspapers. Due to the digital society now dominating the media
climate, the satiristic art has transferred to websites and social media. This study investigates
the difference of satire art published in the substantial newspapers Aftonbladet and Expressen
in 1972, and compares the satire art published on the social media platforms Facebook and X,
formally known as Twitter, in 2022. By using a semiotic analysis, alongside with an analysis
schedule and a chart, the depths of the satire art and texts incorporated within them was
thoroughly analysed.
The results of this study concludes that there are several differences in the satire art of 1972
and 2022. Firstly, there are visible differences such as the design regarding use of colour and
new technological tools that have transpired over the intervening decades. Secondly, a
noteworthy contrast is discerned in the thematic content of the artwork. The artists of 2022
work on their own, contrasting with the past norm of working under the newspapers
directives. The shift empowers artists to freely choose subjects, diversifying themes and
enriching the satirical art landscape. Notably, readership has expanded in 2022, yet the
enduring requirement for audience knowledge persists, underscoring its crucial role in
engaging with and comprehending satirical art. This research contributes insights into the
evolving dynamics between artistic autonomy, thematic diversity and audience engagement
in contemporary satirical art.
Degree
Student essay
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Date
2024-03-06Author
Tervonen, Sara
Steringer, Hanna
Keywords
Satir, satirteckningar, digitalt, medier, tidningar, politik
Series/Report no.
1245
Language
swe