Graduation Year
2020
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree
Ed.D.
Degree Name
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.)
Degree Granting Department
Curriculum and Instruction
Major Professor
Elizabeth Shaunessy-Dedrick, Ph.D.
Co-Major Professor
Sarah Kiefer, Ph.D.
Committee Member
Howard Johnston, Ph.D.
Committee Member
Keith Berry, Ph.D.
Keywords
Emotions, Flow, Motivation, Quantum creativity
Abstract
There exists a cognitive dissonance between the current state of educational delivery systems and the preparatory needs of the non-traditional student who desires a professional life outside of the cultural norm. The aspiring professional painter, musician, poet, actor, novelist, photographer, or dancer all fall into an educational category that is not properly served by current pedagogical design at all levels. In order to address this problem of practice we must first identify common themes present in a non-conformist, entrepreneurial life progression though the formative years. To that end I will begin with a presentation of my own story, which encompasses all of the critical phases of the journey travelled by a professional artist. The overall objective is to illuminate each challenge faced by the singular artist as they progress though the phases of life and career. Then, utilize the discoveries to suggest alternative adjustments as to how this segment of the population can be nurtured and supported.
Scholar Commons Citation
Matthews, Mark L., "My Life in the Arts: Challenges of a Non-Conformist Professional Path" (2020). USF Tampa Graduate Theses and Dissertations.
https://digitalcommons.usf.edu/etd/8565
