Thalis Lowchinovscy

From Abramović to Oiticica: How to Apply Performance Art in Children’s Education

Thalis Lowchinovscy – UNICAMP, Cidade Universitária Zeferino, Sao Paolo, Brazil

Abstract:

This research aims to explore the performance art as an innovative pedagogical tool in the formal education of children. Inspired by the works of artists such as Marina Abramović, Helio Oiticica, Glicéria Tupinambá, Yayoi Kusama, among others, the research proposes to investigate the impact of performance activities on the artistic development of children. The main objective is to verify whether the introduction of performance practices in art classes can stimulate students’ artistic curiosity, overcoming the resistance of some children to traditional activities such as drawing and painting. The research seeks to demonstrate that the body, movement, space, time, and intention, when combined, can be powerful tools of artistic expression. The research methodology involves recodification methods and the conduction of performance activities with the elementary school students, and those interactions will be recorded in photos, videos and reports. The results of this research can contribute to the creation of new pedagogical proposals that value the diversity of artistic languages and promote the active participation of students in art classes. By exploring the potential of Performance Art, it is expected that the research will contribute to a more meaningful and inclusive art learning experience.