Date of Award
Spring 5-11-2025
Document Type
Research Paper
Degree Name
Master of Arts in Education (MAED) in Art Education
Department
Art & Design
Instructor
Dr. Christopher M. Strickland
Program Advisor
Dr. Christopher M. Strickland
Keywords
artistic expression, creativity constraints, hindrances, secondary art education
Abstract/Description
This qualitative phenomenological research study focuses on the exploration and understanding of the experiences of students who may feel hindered in their creativity and artistic expression in the high school art classroom due to various constraints. The major objectives of this study include researching ways artistic expression and creativity are hindered, including institutional policies, time limitations, resource availability, and other potential external pressures, such as curricular mandates. Data will be gathered through classroom observations, the collection of ninth through twelfth-grade student artwork created under varying levels of constraint, and written student reflections. This study will provide potential insights that result in developing strategies that foster a more supportive and creative environment for high school students in the art classroom.
Recommended Citation
Matticks, Meagan, "Exploring Hindrances to Artistic Expression in the High School Art Classroom" (2025). Art 895 Research Papers. 34.
https://openspaces.unk.edu/art-etd-895/34