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Astrophotography as a Medium for Affective Sustainability Communication in Alternative Tourism: A Qualitative Study Using Photo Elicitation Adhika Graha Irianto Putra; Bambang Hermanto; Yunus Winoto; Evi Novianti; Yosa Fiandra
INJECT (Interdisciplinary Journal of Communication) Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : FAKULTAS DAKWAH UIN SALATIGA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.18326/inject.v10i2.4890

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Sustainability communication in the tourism sector often faces challenges in fostering substantial public engagement, primarily due to a reliance on overly rational and academic approaches. This study aims to address this gap by exploring the potential of astrophotography as an effective visual communication medium for conveying sustainability values. Employing a qualitative approach, specifically through photo elicitation and a visual hermeneutics framework, this research analyzes how audiences interpret astrophotography images and the impact of these interpretations on their perceptions of environmental issues. The findings indicate that night sky imagery effectively elicits profound affective responses, such as experiences of transcendence, contemplation, and nostalgia. These responses contribute directly to an increased ecological awareness and a greater appreciation for preserving the night sky from light pollution. The study's findings affirm that astrophotography can function as a powerful visual bridge, connecting aesthetic beauty with the urgency of environmental conservation. This research not only enriches the visual communication literature but also provides a practical foundation for tourism stakeholders to leverage astrophotography as an effective tool for promoting responsible tourism and enhancing environmental awareness.
Transformasi Perilaku Wisatawan dalam Aktivitas Pendakian Gunung: Motivasi, Mediasi Digital, dan Dinamika Sosial di Era Postmodern Adhika Graha Irianto Putra; Mohammad Sapari Dwi Hadian; Awaludin Nugraha; Najla Raisa Maharani
Jurnal Riset Sosial Humaniora dan Pendidikan Vol. 5 No. 1 (2026): Maret: Jurnal Riset Sosial Humaniora, dan Pendidikan (Soshumdik)
Publisher : LPPM Universitas 17 Agustus 1945 Semarang

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56444/soshumdik.v5i1.3236

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This study aims to analyze the transformation of tourist behavior in mountain hiking activities in the Sindoro, Sumbing, and Slamet (3S) area of Central Java within the context of nature-based tourism trends and digital mediation. A descriptive qualitative approach was employed, involving eight purposively selected hikers. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews, participant observation, and analysis of social media posts. The findings reveal a shift in motivation from physical challenge-oriented goals toward self-fulfillment, personal reflection, and psychological balance. Mountain hiking has also become normalized as part of an urban modern lifestyle. Furthermore, social media plays a significant role in shaping aspirations, documentation practices, and the reproduction of tourist behavior, extending the experience of nature beyond physical engagement into digital representation. These findings indicate that contemporary tourist behavior is constructed through the interaction of intrinsic motivation, social needs, and the logic of digital representation in nature-based tourism.