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Arts-Based Methods

As methodologists, we are passionate about using the right data to answer meaningful questions. We use a variety of tools (not just surveys) to collect data. Using arts-based methods (i.e., a facilitated art-making activity paired with a qualitative interview or focus group) works well to:

​Understand complex beliefs, values, or assumptions

Explore experiences and perceptions that don't fit into scales or check-boxes

Honour self-expression and diverse forms of wisdom

Infuse joy, play, and catharsis into projects  

In addition to using arts-based methods in our practice and with our clients, we help other evaluators learn about and use more creative tools with:

Don't know where to get started?
Check out our
Arts-Based Methods 101 blog post to answer your what, why & how questions!

Courses, Workshops & Keynotes

  • 12 hours of original content (6 x 2-hour live online sessions)

  • Learn to facilitate photo elicitation, drawing, poetry & collage

  • Enhance your interview skills with imaginative interviewing

  • Build your creative community with small class sizes 

  • No artistic experience is required! 

Registration for our Jan- Feb 2025 cohort is now open! 

Sign up before Oct. 31, 2024, to save with our early bird rate.

  • Custom training for your organization or community

  • One-off sessions or a series 

  • Dive deep into foundations for arts-based methods

  • Explore arts-based tools (e.g., drawing, photography, poetry)

  • Spice up your conference with an arts-based presentation

  • Access stories & examples from our practice 

  • Energize sessions with a large or small group activity 

  • Include a poetic response to your special event

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