This journal focuses on art history and criticism, with a particular emphasis on the analysis of visual culture, artistic practices, and their theoretical underpinnings. It examines the historical development of art criticism, the role of institutions and the market in shaping artistic value, and the representation of identity and social issues within art. The journal also explores the intersection of art with politics, cultural diplomacy, and broader societal transformations.
Graduate Program in Visual Arts of the School of Communications and Arts (ECA) of the University of Sao Paulo (USP)
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Does the journal have a website?
✓ Linked
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Is the ISSN verified?
1678-5320 / 2178-0447
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Indexed in a trusted database?
Scopus, DOAJ
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Peer review process documented?
Single-blind
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Follows ethical publishing standards (COPE)?
N/A
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APC fees clearly disclosed?
No APC (Free)
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Not on predatory/blacklists?
✓ Clean
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Long-term digital preservation?
PKP PN
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Plagiarism detection in place?
No
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Listed in DOAJ (verified OA)?
DOAJ verified
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Primary language documented?
Portuguese
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Publication & Citation Trend
Articles published
Times cited
2019
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Source: OpenAlex · Note: citations accumulate over time so older years appear higher
SJR Quartile by Discipline
Scimago ranks this journal separately in each subject category — its quartile can differ by discipline.
Arts and Humanities (miscellaneous)Q4
PhilosophyQ4
Visual Arts and Performing ArtsQ4
Subject Classification
Scopus Categories
PhilosophyArts and Humanities (miscellaneous)Visual Arts and Performing Arts
Research Topics (OpenAlex)
Art, Politics, and ModernismUrban and sociocultural dynamicsCultural, Media, and Literary StudiesHistory, Culture, and SocietyLiterature, Culture, and CriticismArts and Performance StudiesBrazilian cultural history and politicsUrban Development and Societal IssuesPhotographic and Visual ArtsVisual Culture and Art Theory