The Spatial Performativity: Unveiling the Dialogue Between Space and Human Experience Through Embodied Imagery

Περίληψη

This study explores the complex relationship between Spatial Performativity and human experience, focusing on the transformative power of charcoal-based embodied imagery. The research examines the intersection of art, psychotherapy, and Spatial Performativity, emphasising interdisciplinary approaches to understanding human experience within environments. The objective is to contribute to understanding how creative practices can illuminate the complex relationships between individuals and the spatial environment. The research provides insights into transformative experiences and enhanced self-awareness through artistic expression.

The research was conducted through narrative inquiry and autoethnographic reflections. Key theories applied include Merleau-Ponty's (1962) concept of the "lived body," Gallagher's (2005) work on embodied cognition, and Parlett's (1997) concept of a 'unified field.' The other practitioners considered in this research are Olsen (2014), Newman and de Zegher (2003), and Schaverien (2008).

The study concludes that embodied imagery has significant transformative potential in self-exploration, evoking visceral responses and connecting viewers with shared human experiences. The findings highlight that artistic expression can externalise internal processes, create alternative meanings, and foster greater self-awareness within one's environment. This study contributes to ongoing discussions about the role of art in personal transformation and environmental interaction and offers potential applications in fields such as art, psychotherapy, and spatial performativity.