We are excited to introduce the newest cohort of PD candidates for the Professional Doctorate Arts + Creative program. This year, we welcomed six new PD candidates to our Professional Doctorate Arts + Creative program. These researchers are embarking on inspiring projects that address critical issues in today’s society. Here’s a short introduction and a glimpse into their work.
‘The Resonance of Vocalising: Sonorous Imaginings of Future Ecological States’ by Sofia Bardoutsou
Sofia explores the social and ecological implications of vocal performance and soundscapes. Her research investigates how the human voice and its resonances could foster deeper connections with future ecological states, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and novel artistic practices.
‘RISING TIDES, SHIFTING IMAGINARIES: Envisioning Climate Futures’ by Carlo De Gaetano
Carlo’s research addresses the critical issue of sea level rise in the Netherlands. Through participatory climate fiction-making and speculative design, he aims to create new imaginaries for cohabitation with environmental changes, integrating diverse perspectives and knowledge systems.
‘Design for Collective Decision Making’ by Tara Karpinski
In her research, Tara focuses on on designing interfaces for emerging collective decision making processes — a critical area as digital technologies and democratic processes become ever more intertwined. The research project will involve case studies with different partners, including the Community Land Trust H-buurt. Tara will collaborate closely with collectives and other stakeholders to design and develop prototypes
‘DRAG MOTHERING AS PEDAGOGY: Redressing Actions for the Oppressed’ by Panagiotis Panagiotakopoulos
Panagiotis explores the intersection of drag performance and education, focusing on how drag mothering could serve as a form of queer care and pedagogy. By examining the relationship between art institutions and subcultural educational models, Panagiotis aims to create collective methods of un/learning within creative institutional contexts.
‘As Waters Rise: Countering Eco-Anxiety Through Music and Film’ by Kim Spierenburg
Kim’s project responds to the societal call for artists to address climate change. By creating musical and filmic works that counteract eco-anxiety, she aims to foster engagement and proactive behavior towards environmental challenges, offering a nuanced perspective on the Dutch relationship with water and climate.
‘The Game Is Over, The Feelings Continue: Designing for Bleed in Digital Narrative Games’ by Raymond Vermeulen
Raymond’s project focuses on creating digital games that leverage the concept of ‘bleed’—the emotional transfer between players and their characters. By developing new frameworks and safety tools, his research aims to enhance the emotional impact and safety of digital narrative games.
These candidates provided insightful introduction into their approaches and dedication to address critical issues with their projects during the symposium’s presentation round. We look forward to seeing the impact of their projects as they progress.
An overview of all our candidates and more information about their research projects can be found on professionaldoctorate.nl
All pictures are taken by Corneliu Ganea from Unframed Visuals