ARTISTIC RESEARCH PROCESS IN “ART PHOTOGRAPHY: PARALLEL MEMORY AND LANDSCAPE IN CHIANG MAI"

Abstract

The dissertation titled Artistic Research Process in “Art Photography: Parallel Memory and Landscape in Chiang Mai” aims to: 1. investigate the concepts of memory and place, phenomenology theory, artistic works, and the knowledge that has shaped the transformation of Chiang Mai’s andscape, and 2. develop artistic pieces using photographic media as vehicles of memory that mirror the alterations in the landscape of Chiang Mai. This work is driven by the personal memories arising from the researcher's life experiences and journeys, which have led to a reflective observation on the evolution of the local landscape from historical to contemporary times. This process of research and creative experimentation draws directly from the personal experiences of the artist researcher, who was born and raised in Chiang Mai, employing photography to capture and convey memories interlinked with landscape elements such as places and objects. Influenced by souvenirs, this inspiration becomes a powerful motivator for conveying memories, leading to the creation of photographic works. These serve as memory objects in the form of souvenir keychains, reminding us of past narratives and reflecting on the places and public spaces tied to personal memories.