Craftonomics: Homo Aestheticus, Homo Economicus, and Poiesis

摘要: This empirical and discursive qualitative research project explores the complexities of engaging making practices with respect to well-being, economics, education. The engages narrative inquiry as a means understanding complex social narratives taken up by six avid makers their in Appalachian culture. is guided biopsychosocial constructivist epistemology which meaning situated material contexts aims bring dynamics culture more into focus via justification use engage practices. data revealed well-being including concepts self care, essence, appreciation, addiction, artist economic an exploration Homo economicus, maker time, gifting, skill acquisition. In addition, this develops expressive arts theory that are extension human contributes theoretical art craft production practice. study also critical analysis interaction between metanarrative. Further, relationship education maker-based curriculum development along poietic educational aesthetic.