A Phenomenological Expressionist Approach to Mixed Media Painting

• Published in: Pakistan Journal of Life and Social Sciences
• Main Author: Yunlong W.; Md Arif M.F.; Shuwen Z.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: Elite Scientific Publications 2024
• Online Access: https://www.scopus.com/inward/record.uri?eid=2-s2.0-85207324428&doi=10.57239%2fPJLSS-2024-22.2.00710&partnerID=40&md5=79b9254790d220a9a240926dc55ffaca

Phenomenological Expressionism, as conceptualized by O’Neill Cushman in 2015, offers a unique lens for artists to remain true to their experiential realities in artistic creation. Despite its potential, there is limited exploration of its application in mixed media painting, a gap this study seeks to address. This research aims to define Phenomenological Expressionism and elucidate its relationship with mixed media painting, thereby establishing a theoretical framework to support artistic practices. Through art practice-based research, this study examines the role of various composite materials in painting, going beyond traditional forms. It investigates how these materials can enhance the artist’s expression in line with Phenomenological Expressionism. The findings demonstrate that incorporating diverse materials in mixed media painting significantly enriches the expressive quality of the artwork. This aligns with the principles of Phenomenological Expressionism, where the artist’s personal experiences and perceptions are paramount. The study provides a novel conceptual framework for art practice-based research, merging philosophical inquiry with artistic creation. It validates the effectiveness of Phenomenological Expressionism in artistic creation and theoretical research, offering new insights for artists and theorists in art practice and research. © (2024), (Elite Scientific Publications). All rights reserved.