Conditions for play

Davis, Rachel; Paul, Anneliese

Abstract

This co-created Manifesto poster/print is the physical output of qualitative data collected by asking UWE Arts and Design students at City Campus this question:

"What does play mean to you in your creative practice?"

Responses were gathered anonymously on post it notes in survey boxes and recorded in one to one interviews, which were then transcribed. Student focus groups themed the responses and selected key words and phrases for the manifesto.

The manifesto has been created in typesetting, letterpress and screen print in a limited edition of prints as well as artist proof prints on newsprint.

It is a tool, displayed in studios and public spaces on City Campus for students to choose to engage with, to enhance their learning journey in a way that has potential benefits for wellbeing and the creative experience.

It presents a starting point of exploration in the research project titled: Play, Creativity & Wellbeing. Exploring a Playful Mindset in Higher Education within the Creative Industries.

• Physical Artefact Type: Artefact
• Deposit Date: Apr 19, 2023
• Publicly Available Date: Apr 20, 2023
• Keywords: Creative Play, Wellbeing, Creative Education, Arts
• Public URL: https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/10396166
• Additional Information: This is an ongoing research project, a forthcoming podcast series to be published in June 2023 will explore Play as an enabler of positive learning experiences in the creative education.