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ARP – Blog 8- Looking forward -From Mark to Material to Ongoing Practice
Reflecting on Mark to Material, I’m struck by how the workshop’s success lay not in its precision, but in its openness. What began as an overambitious plan evolved into something far more collaborative and responsive, a reminder that structure and freedom … Continue reading
References
Ahmed, S. (2017) Living a Feminist Life. Durham, NC: Duke University Press. Alvesson, M. (2012) Interpreting interviews. London: SAGE Publications. Braun, V. and Clarke, V. (2023) Thematic Analysis: A Practical Guide. London: SAGE Publications. Cohen, L., Manion, L. and Morrison, K. (2012) “Research Methods in … Continue reading
ARP – Blog 7 – PART II -Following the Thread: Reflections on Mark to Material
Feedback from the group reflection and post-workshop questionnaires revealed strong affective themes. Many participants described feeling “liberated” by the “no right or wrong” approach. One teacher reflected that “it freed me up and gave me permission to be creative,” while … Continue reading
ARP – Blog 7- PART I- Following the Thread: Reflections on Mark to Material
The ‘Mark to Material’ CPD workshop, delivered through UAL’s Insights outreach programme, set out to explore how process-led, inclusive textile practices might reduce barriers to creativity in classroom settings. Working with twenty-six secondary school art and design teachers, the session … Continue reading
ARP -Blog 6- Thematic Analysis: Mark to Material CPD Workshop -Distilling the Data
1. Playfulness and Engagement Summary: Participants consistently described the workshop as ‘fun, motivating, and freeing’. The open-ended, non-judgemental structure encouraged experimentation and dialogue. Many noted that being surrounded by others felt inspiring rather than intimidating, contributing to a relaxed atmosphere. … Continue reading
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ARP -Blog 5 -Reflections on Process, Play, and Pedagogy
Reflecting in and directly after the session, I was struck by how productive the group was, what participants were able to create within three hours was remarkable. I decided to begin with a simple warm-up exercise: a continuous line portrait … Continue reading