Creative Arts Research Articles

Dźwiękowe emanacje oporu i strategie przetrwania w Litzmannstadt Ghetto

The history of the creation and activities of the Lodz Ghetto is a tale of escalating terror techniques. The structure of repression included isolation, starvation, slave labor, persecution on personal, cultural and religious grounds, as well as measures that reinforced social and material stratification. Against this background, practices of resistance of an acoustic nature – one of the few forms of resistance that could slip through the dense web of oppression – take on particular significance. Acoustic strategies of survival include, on the one hand, artistic creation or singing during work, strikes and opposition gatherings, and on the other, practices that ensured survival: deliberate silence, listening to the radio, or secret communication systems between those in hiding. The article illustrates the multifaceted nature of the resistance undertaken by those imprisoned in the ghetto, emphasizing the importance of sound strategies – hitherto overlooked in Holocaust studies. Key-words: Holocaust audiosphere, sound history, holocaust, Lodz ghetto, sound studies

Stalin and His Influence on Artistic Conflict in the Novella «Belshazzar's feasts» by F. Iskander

The subject of the article is a profound analysis of Stalin's influence on the artistic conflict presented in the novella "Belshazzar's feasts" by F. Iskander. The main objective of the research is to identify how the political figure of Stalin shapes and develops the artistic conflict in Iskander's work. The obtained results not only reveal the significant impact of Stalin on the characters and events in the examined piece but also highlight key directions of the artistic conflict, emphasizing its dynamics within the context of historical heritage. Stalin plays a significant role in shaping the plot lines and characters, and his influence extends to all aspects of the work. The obtained results cover a broad area of literary studies, providing valuable material for criticism.Additionally, this article may prove beneficial to authors, graduate students, and scholars deepening their understanding of the literary process. The research methodology encompasses a literary-critical approach, structural analysis, psychological aspects, semiotics, and the study of symbolism. This investigative work not only reveals Stalin's influence on the artistic conflict in the novella "Belshazzar's feasts" but also opens a new level of understanding of this impact. The analysis confirms that Stalin is not merely a presence in the work but genuinely acts as a significant catalyst, shaping and stimulating the development of the artistic conflict. This contribution makes a meaningful impact on literary studies, providing a profound understanding of the influence of historical figures on the creative process. Unveiling how political figures affect characters, plot, and the overall atmosphere of a work enriches the methodological arsenal of literature researchers. This approach not only offers a fresh perspective on Iskander's creativity and its interaction with historical context but also enhances the overall comprehension of how political histories are reflected in artistic creations.

Cinema, literature and looking at the world from Naples

This interview focuses on first-hand insights into Mario Martone’s cinematographic work. It presents the accurate transcription of an engaging conversation with the filmmaker held at the University of Sussex on 8 December 2023. By discussing the inspiration behind some of his most successful films – specifically L’amore molesto (Troubling Love) (1995), Il giovane favoloso (Leopardi) (2014), Nostalgia (2022) and the docufilm Laggiù qualcuno mi ama (Massimo Troisi: Somedody Down There Likes Me) (2023) – the reader will feel captivatingly guided by Martone into the fascinating relationship between cinema and literature, and on the difficulties of love as ‘a longing that drives us all’. The role that the cultural milieu of Martone’s birthplace, Naples, had in his career and artistic creativity will also help to understand both the realistic and mythological dimensions of his cinema.

Nanoart in STEAM education: Combining the microscopic and the creative

Abstract This article explores the integration of Nanoart within the STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) education framework, highlighting its pivotal role in enhancing interdisciplinary learning. Through a detailed examination of a project-based learning (PBL) initiative, the study showcases students specializing in “Applied Physics and Nanomaterials” engaging in creating nanostructures via electrochemical etching and their subsequent transformation into Nanoart. This educational endeavor exemplifies the seamless integration of STEAM components—combining scientific principles, technological application, engineering design, artistic creativity, and mathematical precision—and significantly deepens students’ understanding of these elements. The article details each project phase, from conceptualization through execution, illustrating how students navigate the complexities of nanoscience and apply their interdisciplinary knowledge to produce tangible artistic and scientific outcomes. By transforming abstract scientific concepts into visually and intellectually stimulating Nanoart, the project encourages creative thinking and innovation among students. It further demonstrates how integrating art into STEM subjects can make scientific education more accessible and engaging, attracting a more comprehensive array of students and enriching their academic and practical experiences. Additionally, the study discusses the broader implications of Nanoart in STEAM education, emphasizing its effectiveness in bridging the gap between scientific exploration and artistic expression. It argues that this approach not only demystifies complex concepts but also fosters a holistic educational environment that prepares students to think critically and creatively across disciplines.

Artistic Creativity, Community, and Well-Being

Artistic Creativity, Community, and Well-Being

Preserving Tradition, Embracing Innovation Mohsen Foroughi's Maison de'lIran

Iranian architecture has left its mark on world history, with its influence reaching the farthest corners of Europe through the creation of Byzantine architecture. The traditional architecture of Iran, as described by Professor Pirnia, is built upon five principles. These principles highlight the evolution of Iranian civilization over time. Mohsen Foroughi, an exemplary Iranian architect, has skillfully merged the essence of Iranian architecture with contemporary ideals, exemplified by his masterpiece, the "Maison de l’Iran" in Paris, designed in a modern style. In this study, we aimed to explore how Foroughi incorporated these five principles of Iranian architecture into his project in France. Employing a descriptive and analytical method, we assessed the physical and structural components of Iranian architecture, examining how Foroughi's work aligns with the principles and values of Iranian architecture. Our findings demonstrate that Foroughi is in line with traditional Iranian architectural values, contextual materials, and climate-friendly design in his works. Furthermore, Foroughi's expertise in Statics, Material Studies, and Structural techniques sciences enabled him to successfully execute large-scale projects. The Maison de l’Iran exemplifies his understanding of modern styles while honoring the principles of Iranian architecture. His work has been instrumental in shaping modern Iranian architecture, reflecting his artistic creativity and inspiration from Iran's architectural heritage.

NFT: An Episode in Digital Arts

The development of digital art has been marked by numerous transformative phases, with the rise of NFTs (non-fungible tokens) representing a pivotal moment in its evolution. This paper posits that the ascent of NFT art is closely linked to the COVID-19 pandemic, which catalyzed a shift towards digital mediums and redefined the relationship between art and technology. NFTs not only revolutionized the creation, distribution, and monetization of digital art by embedding databases and data archives into the artwork itself, but they also challenged traditional notions of ownership and value in the art world. This study examines how NFTs altered the perception of digital art, particularly during the pandemic, and investigates the factors contributing to the subsequent decline in their prominence after the initial surge of interest.

The Poet-Creator of Philosophy: To the Methodology of Research in Philosophical Thought by Rabindranath Tagore

The Indian poet and educator Rabindranath Tagore was the creator of an original philosophy that gives additional meaning to the picture of the history of Indian philosophy in the 20th century. He usually emphasized his identity as a poet and an artist, not considering himself a philosopher. However, Tagore embodies the phenomenon of a poet-thinker who comprehends universal philosophical problems and, in the process of philosophizing, offers his own vision of them. Moreover, he owns a number of texts of a religious-philosophical and socio-philosophical nature, in addition to the content of poetry and fiction. The philosophy created by the poet requires a comprehensive holistic study, which, in turn, raises the problem of research methodology. The article proposes the author's methodology for the reconstruction of Rabindranath Tagore's philosophy, based on an understanding of his personality, the contexts of thought and the hermeneutics of texts. The methodological model of philosophy reconstruction includes three levels. The first involves analyzing the personality of R. Tagore using the categories "cross-cultural thinker" and "problematic thinker". The second is a description of the contexts of his philosophizing: external general civilizational, internal epochal and internal biographical. The third is the hermeneutics of texts, taking into account the poetic component and the philosophical problems of speeches and fiction. The novelty of the described methodological model is due to the possibilities and prospects of reconstructing Tagore's philosophical thought and concepts. 1. Description of the phenomenon of a poet and writer creating a philosophy in which the experience of artistic creation generates a universal religious and social meaning and actualizes humanistic issues. 2. Presentation of the process of formation of cross-cultural philosophy of the XX century on the material of a particular thinker. 3. The analysis of the contexts of the unfolding of philosophy helps to trace the continuity of the thinker and his ideas with the Indian philosophical tradition in a broad sense and at the same time identify innovation, not least due to his dialogue with Western culture and modernity. 4. Seeing Tagore's philosophy as a kind of quintessence of the Bengali Renaissance heritage, it is not difficult to notice its significance and relevance for modernity. 5. Reconstruction along the proposed methodological path will open up not only direct, but also comparative prospects for studying Tagore's philosophical thought in comparison with the reflections of philosophers from different cultural areas, primarily peripheral to the West and non-Western ones.

Exploratory evaluation of the pilot programme of Round Midnight Virtual Decisions: KNIVES Workshops, a VR-Based Violence Prevention Programme

Round Midnight is a creative arts company that specialises in the use of drama and technology in education. They piloted a series of Virtual Reality (VR) based workshops for children and young people across Birmingham, focusing on issues within communities such as knife crime and gang violence. An exploratory evaluation of the initial impact of the workshops was carried out in two Year Five and Year Six classes in a primary school in Birmingham. Quantitative and Qualitative pre- and post-survey data from children, and a teacher focus group, were used to assess the influence of the programme on the following: (1) Understanding knife crime, the misconceptions and why people may carry knives; (2) Understanding the dangers, consequences and implications of carrying knives; (3) Recognising loyal and trustworthy friendships; (4) Recognising how to resolve conflict safely.Survey data suggested a decrease in children’s self-reported likelihood of carrying a knife after they had participated in the workshops. The data suggested children had more in-depth knowledge of knife crime, including the misconceptions, consequences and impacts of carrying a knife after participating in the workshops. Children also showed an understanding of safe conflict resolution after the workshops. Overall, the data suggests that the pilot of the Round Midnight Virtual Decisions: KNIVES curriculum had a positive impact on children’s knowledge, understanding and attitudes toward knife crime. Practical applications are discussed.

Family‐centered creative arts therapies for children with autism: A configurative systematic review

AbstractObjectiveThis configurative systematic review analyzed family‐centered creative arts therapies for children with autism to understand why and how they are done.BackgroundCreative arts therapies and family‐centered practice are both beneficial for children with autism. Research combining both approaches—that is, family‐centered creative arts therapies—is emerging, and reported findings are promising. A deeper understanding of the theoretical influences and mechanisms of these therapies may generate new ways of thinking and working with families with children with autism.MethodsFollowing registration with PROSPERO and in accordance with PRISMA (Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta‐Analyses) guidelines, a literature search was performed, resulting in 17 studies. Thematic analysis considered the studies in terms of theoretical influences, creative arts therapy components, and family‐centered components.ResultsThe development‐in‐context perspective was a key theoretical influence. In addition to music and singing, body movement/physical activity was a prominent component of creative arts therapies. Verbal support as well as modeling behaviors and strategies to parents were salient family‐centered components.ConclusionThis systematic review reveals common principles, practices, and gaps in the existing literature and their relevance for families with children with autism.ImplicationsThese findings bear implications for families, therapists, Certified Family Life Educators, and other professionals working with families with children with autism.

Thriving futures

This Special Issue of the journal Art, Design & Communication in Higher Education (ADCHE) revisits the purpose and potential of art and design from an Australian perspective. It draws on the November 2023 Australian Council of University Art & Design Schools (ACUADS) 43rd conference, co-convened by Thao Nguyen, School of Art, RMIT University and myself. This national forum sought to consider the following: (1) how can creative education and research embrace our unique Australian perspective and integrate First Nations knowledge to cultivate a ‘thriving future’? (2) What is the potential of creative research and pedagogy in responding to the climate crisis and other urgent societal concerns? (3) How has the global pandemic disrupted and catalysed innovation in creative art education, including the rapid uptake of digital media by traditionally haptic disciplines? What are the key technological agendas for art and design schools? Drawing on our unique perspective, with particular acknowledgement of First Nations knowledge and ways of being, our colonial history and Asia–Pacific context, this edition considers how creative education and research can contribute not only to economies but also to the array of pressing social, environmental and cultural issues necessary to enable thriving futures.

Research on Algorithm of Composite Material Painting Creation based on Image Processing Technology

In the study we proposed a novel approach is called a Customized Convolutional Neural Network (CCNN) to innovate in the field of art creation, particularly in composite material paintings. This research harnesses the power of image processing technology to analyze and synthesize various artistic elements, thereby facilitating the creation of composite material paintings. The core of the study revolves around the development of a unique algorithm that enables the integration of diverse materials and textures into a cohesive artistic expression. The Customized CNN is trained on a vast dataset of images, encompassing a wide spectrum of textures, colors, and patterns, representative of different materials commonly used in art. The network learns to identify and replicate the aesthetic qualities of these materials, thereby empowering artists to explore new realms of creativity. The algorithm not only recognizes the distinct characteristics of each material but also understands how to blend them effectively, maintaining artistic coherence. The results are evaluated to prove proposed performance.

한 중년여성의 자아정체성탐색 경험에 대한 예술 기반 내러티브 탐구

In this study, the experience and meaning of a middle-aged woman’s self-identity search were explored in a narrative based on art. The participant of this study, Kim Min-seo (pseudonym), is a woman in her 50s. The researcher and the participant conducted a total of 10 sessions from July 26, 2022, to September 27, 2022, followed by two additional interviews 9 months later. To explore the meaning of the participant’s experiences of self-identity, formed throughout her life, the researcher employed various artistic media and techniques such as clay modeling for emotional expression, drawing family figures, writing poetry, collage-making, and reading fairy tales. Through these sensory, perceptual, cognitive, and symbolic methods, the participant was encouraged to express her life story, and the researcher engaged in discussions with the participant centered around her artistic creations. Based on the verbatim transcripts of all conversations, photographs of the participant’s artistic creations, and the researcher’s journal, a narrative of the participant’s self-identity exploration experience was constructed within a three-dimensional narrative inquiry space. The meaning of the participant’s experiences was then analyzed through this process. As a result, the meaning of the participant’s self-identity exploration experience was constructed as follows: 1. Catharsis through opening up about childhood experiences of abuse. 2. Confession and reflection on guilt related to child abuse. 3. Understanding of interpersonal conflict caused by the lack of nurturing care. 4. Discovery of a new identity for the wounded inner child. Through the relational inquiry space facilitated by her artistic creations, the participant was able to unravel various self-identity narratives embedded in her experiences of both victimhood and perpetration of abuse within the family, as well as her current interpersonal conflicts. In doing so, she discovered the symbol of a “fully bloomed yellow flower,” representing a beautiful and confident version of herself.

Mieczysław Wallis – historyk sztuki czy filozof?

The paper presents a scientific profile of Mieczysław Wallis in the perspective of the question of his intellectual status. The author looks for the answer within two areas that were the subject of Wallis’ interest: philosophy and history of art. She analyses the path of Wallis’ intellectual development and the formation of his creative interests: from his education (in Heidelberg and Warsaw) and inspirations, through his first intellectual concerns, to an analysis of his scientific output. In his youth, Wallis wrote about the desire to create a philosophical system. Did this aspiration determine his scientific work, and to what extent? Did it set the course of his intellectual path? Was Wallis’ profile dichotomous in nature? For, as a philosopher, Wallis asked himself a fundamental question about the phenomenon of human being and its relation to the world. As a historian of art, he sought the answer by analyzing the world of man’s creative activity, his aesthetic experiences and artistic creations. Thus, on the one hand, the author emphasizes the role of philosophy in the development of Wallis’ intellectual views; on the other hand, she points to the philosophical depth of his achievements in the field of art theory.

O USO DE GEOTINTAS NA PINTURA – A EXPERIÊNCIA DO ATELIÊ TERRA & TELA

Historically, natural pigments have been central to artistic expression, from prehistoric cave paintings to techniques employed by ancient and medieval civilizations. Recently, there has been renewed interest in these materials for their unique aesthetic and eco-friendly qualities. This study investigates the use of geotints, natural pigments derived from soils and sediments, in contemporary art through the experience of Terra & Tela studio. The research focuses on the process of creating geotints from soil and sediments samples collected in Tocantins state, Brazil, a region known for its rich geodiversity. The research details the process of geotint production, from material collection to application on canvas, and discusses the artistic and environmental implications of this practice. The project integrated geotints into artistic practice through exhibitions and workshops that highlighted their unique textures and colors. Key findings show that geotints effectively merge scientific concepts with art. Workshops, where participants prepared and used these pigments, demonstrated the approach’s educational value. By linking art with science, geotints provided a hands-on understanding of soil properties and geological processes, enriching both artistic creativity and scientific literacy. This study emphasizes art’s role in bridging scientific knowledge with creative expression.

Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Computer Systems, and Interactive Systems: a Holistic Approach to Enhancing Creative Talent in Art Design

With the rapid development and wide application of artificial intelligence, virtual computer systems and interactive systems, they play an important role in improving innovative talents in art and design. The purpose of this paper is to explore the overall approach of using these technologies to improve innovation in the field of art and design as well as to cultivate innovative talents. Firstly, we introduce the current development of artificial intelligence in art and design. Secondly, we explore the application of AI, virtual computer systems and interactive systems in art and design innovation. Artificial intelligence technology can help designers discover new inspirations and ideas by analysing a large number of artworks and design cases; virtual computer systems can provide designers with a virtual creative environment so that they can experiment and create in an infinite space; interactive systems can provide learners with a personalised learning experience, and, through intelligent educational platforms and interactive tools, help them develop their creative thinking and problem-solving skills. By making full use of these technologies, we can cultivate more creative and innovative art and design talents, and promote the sustainable development of the art and design field.

Refik Anadol’s AI-Based Digital Art and Its Intellectual Connotations

This article delves into the digital art produced by the internationally renowned Turkish artist Refik Anadol and his team, emerging at the intersection of diverse disciplines such as mathematics, physics, computer science, and aesthetics, within the context of its intellectual connotations. This qualitative study encompasses 26 projects featured on the Refik Anadol Studio’s website. In addition to the projects, we utilize as data sources the videos, visuals and texts that are available on the website, Anadol’s social media posts, audience comments, interviews, academic articles, and news and critiques related to his works. We analyze the works in the context of the artistic creation process, the nature of the technological collaboration, the relationship established with memory, time, space and audience, particularly in the context of the meanings they signify, and we assess the data we obtain along with their philosophical connections. In short, Anadol transforms public data such as images, sounds, and social media posts that constitute collective memory into art with the aid of digital technology capabilities, especially artificial intelligence, creating in these works molecular, fluid, transient intermediate spaces by superimposing different temporal and spatial layers, images, and realities. Through art, he opens up for discussion questions such as what is the position of the artist in the age of artificial intelligence; how art can help us understand the relationship between the virtual and the real; and what it means to experience memory in the digital age. The heterotopic spaces he constructs in his works offer utopian imagery which suggests a life based on peace, optimism, and relationship shared among humans, nature, and other forms of existence.

NFT 미술작품 가치 평가 기반하의 랭크 프레임워크 연구

The objective of this study is to devise and propose a ranking framework for NFT artworks and artists, based on the valuation of NFT artworks. The findings of this study can be summarised as follows. Firstly, the results demonstrate that the cost production, S2F method, and quint algorithm approaches, which are commonly employed in classical economics, are the most effective models for valuing NFT artworks. Secondly, quantitative evaluation criteria for NFT artworks were proposed, including factors such as exhibitions and awards, copyrights, exhibition planning, career achievements and assigned weights. Additionally, qualitative evaluation criteria were put forth, encompassing aspects such as content, expression, originality, collectible value and assigned weights. The results of the recognition evaluation criteria were also derived. Furthermore, a framework was put forth to guarantee the rationality of the NFT artist ranking through verification. The anticipated outcomes of this research can be leveraged for the equitable utilisation of NFT artworks for purchase and sale, the establishment of guidelines for the calculation, settlement, and distribution of artworks, and the encouragement of new NFT art creation.

A Study on the Regional Branding Strategy of UNESCO's Creative City : Based on Sapporo, a City of UNESCO's Media Art Creation

A Study on the Regional Branding Strategy of UNESCO's Creative City : Based on Sapporo, a City of UNESCO's Media Art Creation

Exploring the Boundaries of Digital Popular Music Education in Kenya

With technology enhancement and digitalisation of teaching and learning, creative arts and performance are evolving daily. Additionally, the empirical review indicates that Kenya has already embraced these developments even though much must be done. Music education, which relies on creative arts and performance is among the benefactors of digitalisation of learning and teaching. Therefore, the digitalisation of popular music enhances the genres as instructional tools; facilitating access would help improve pedagogical contexts, easing learning and teaching. This study investigates the implementation and impact of Popular Music Education (PME) in Kenya, addressing the challenges and opportunities inherent in integrating digital technologies into the PME curriculum. Using a qualitative research approach, with phenomenological design through the pragmatic paradigm, the research assesses the effectiveness of digital tools in enhancing musical skills and knowledge among students while considering infrastructural and socio-economic barriers. Findings reveal that the digitalisation of PME holds significant potential for improving access, delivery, and quality of learning and teaching but is constrained by resource limitations, connectivity issues, teacher development, and digital teaching and instructional tools. This study contributes to understanding how digital advancements can be tailored to fit the unique context of poorly developed counties in Kenya to offer 21st-century PME. The study is limited to the availability of contextualised data in Kenya that can depict the exactness of digital capabilities in the teaching and learning of popular music in Kenya.