Becoming a Gem: The Effects of Cultural Communication on the Transformation of a Rough Stone into a Gem

For this thesis, I used practice-led research methods and storytelling to record and explain artwork development during studio practice. I demonstrate how, as an artist, my presence in a new place of residence influences my story. In addition, I have analyzed my reflections on my experiences from a research standpoint. From an artistic angle, I look at how a raw stone becomes an art object, and from a research perspective, I examine how knowledge is obtained and documented. I also explore the unspoken layers of making artwork and how the artist communicates his/her emotions while creating art. To ensure that practice-led research can be smoothly incorporated into an artistic activity, I accentuate the importance of striking a balance between intuition and organization within a creative project. Since I am also an artist (in addition to a researcher), I employ concept mapping in this approach in order to scrutinize how various elements are affected or influenced at each point of my study.