Art is an indisputably powerful medium of communication, transcending linguistic and cultural barriers. This study delves into the potential of art diplomacy to reshape perceptions of nations and foster cross-cultural understanding. Drawing upon Pierre Bourdieu's Art Theory (1989), which includes concepts of symbolic capital, habitus, practice and field, the research investigates the impact of an oil painting exhibition curated by an artist-diplomat on perceptions of Türkiye within Norway's multicultural context. As a form of soft power, art diplomacy plays a pivotal role in international...