Intellectual Disability, Art and Identity: A qualitative exploration of the experiences of professional artists with intellectual disabilities
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Previous research suggests that participation in the arts and/or disability arts can
positively influence individuals’ affirmation, or a positive embracement, of a disability identity;
however, until more recently, persons with intellectual disabilities have not been included in this
research to the same extent as their peers with physical or sensory disabilities. This article
contributes to the increasing empirical consideration of intellectual disability identity among
professional artists. Data were collected via two focus groups, one with five performing artists
and the second with five visual artists, as well as follow-up, individual interviews with 8 of the
artists. Key findings were identified via thematic analysis. Findings show affirmation of an
intellectual disability identity emerged as a stronger theme among performing artists than visual
artists. Additional themes related to confidence development, peer relationships and
demonstrations of capability supported the notion that professional art practice can foster the
affirmation of an intellectual disability identity.
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Author: Garcia Iriarte, Edurne
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Disability identity, Identity, Affirmative model, Disability art, Art, Intellectual disabilitySubject (TCD):
Inclusive Society , ART , IDENTITY , INTELLECTUAL DISABILITY , Inclusive research , QUALITATIVE RESEARCHDOI:
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/09687599.2022.2045187Licences:
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