Stickney, Samantha (2025) Deconstructing Artistic Narratives of Asexuality: A Critical Exploration of Community Dynamics and Identity Formation in Contemporary Manga. Masters thesis, Concordia University.
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This thesis critically examines how artistic narratives in contemporary manga represent asexuality, exploring their role in shaping community dynamics and influencing identity formation. Through an in-depth analysis of two selected works - Our Dreams at Dusk (March 6, 2015 – May 16, 2018) by Yuhki Kamatani and I Want to Be a Wall (May 17, 2022 – June 18, 2024) by Honami Shirono - this study investigates the ways in which these narratives contribute to the understanding and visibility of asexual identities. Through these texts, this research investigates the multifaceted representations of asexual identities within - and against their interactions - with allonormative constructs. This thesis employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating asexual theory into visual analysis, with the aim of shedding light on the complexities of asexual identities as depicted through artistic, linguistic, and narrative expressions. The first section offers detailed case studies of the selected manga, beginning with Kamatani’s Our Dreams at Dusk. Here, linguistic performativity, spatial metaphors, and visual distance are analyzed as mechanisms for addressing themes of self-discovery and community. In contrast, Shirono’s I Want to Be a Wall explores asexuality within relational contexts, highlighting the impact of allonormativity, visual and emotional alienation, and essentialist societal pressures; while also presenting queerplatonic relationships as transformative kinship models, offering alternative ways to conceptualize intimacy and connection. In the second section, the focus shifts to audience reception. This part examines reader reviews and interpretations sourced from independent blogs and other platforms, revealing how audiences engage with and respond to asexual representations in these works. By analyzing both positive and critical feedback, the study considers whether these narratives empower or alienate readers, particularly those with limited prior exposure to asexuality. Such responses provide insight into how artistic portrayals contribute to public discourse on intimacy and sexuality, challenging conventional norms and expanding perspectives. Ultimately, this thesis bridges the gap between creative representation and cultural understanding. It argues that manga has the potential to function as a form of narrative activism, reshaping perceptions of identity and fostering inclusive conversations. By offering nuanced and authentic portrayals of asexuality, these works not only combat misconceptions but also amplify marginalized voices, positioning manga as a vital medium in the global discourse on identity, intimacy, community, and asexuality.
Divisions: | Concordia University > Faculty of Fine Arts > Art History |
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Item Type: | Thesis (Masters) |
Authors: | Stickney, Samantha |
Institution: | Concordia University |
Degree Name: | M.A. |
Program: | Art History |
Date: | 1 April 2025 |
Thesis Supervisor(s): | Potvin, John |
Keywords: | Asexuality, Asexual Theory, Narrative Activism, Nonsexualities, Manga Theory, Japan Studies |
ID Code: | 995424 |
Deposited By: | Samantha Stickney |
Deposited On: | 17 Jun 2025 17:04 |
Last Modified: | 17 Jun 2025 17:04 |
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