Understanding disease through a post-modern art practice : (a collaboration of artistic and educational practice)

The focus of this thesis is to reflect on my artistic practice from a post-modern way of thinking and seeing the world. This research examines the educational potential of my art production. I propose definitions for three phases of learning, which emerge from my artistic practice: self-learning, self-healing and collaborative learning. These experiences are discussed in relation to an analysis of five works of art. This learning process leads to the articulation of a philosophy for Art Education that emphasizes my two roles as artist and art educator.