What is artistic research? Meeting Mari Amman at the Polymath Perception Podcast Episode 4

Polymath Perception Podcast by Dr. Barbara Kleeb

Interview with polymaths, business, creative, nature, philosophy, ethics, etc. The channel also provides meditation, Coaching tips, healing, overcoming trauma, changing mindset, expanding awareness. Meet me for 30 minutes
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Find Mari Amman: https://mariamman.net
https://lelapin.substack.com
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Have you ever wondered whether there's a way to bring science and art together in a profession? Dr. Barbara Kleeb meets Mari Amann, who does exactly that. Her field is artistic research; she says it’s a polymath's dream. You'll learn one solution to what many polymaths struggle with professionally working in a field that brings together the fields that give you joy.
Mari, can you tell us about your life? I was born in Dixon, Illinois. I dove into art and philosophy very young. I had to leave my beloved nature to pursue my education and art. I've studied many fields, from interior design to social psychology and art. I’ve pursued different professions in art, influenced by my great-great-grandmother’s heritage.
What kinds of arts have you been doing? I started with photography, then got into installation art and paintings. I've dabbled in many art forms and now focus on installation work involving wood and textiles. The education I received opened me up to new possibilities. When I got to know you, I found out about your knitting. Yeah, knitting replaced smoking for me.
Now, we're going into what lights you up. My artistic ambitions led me down a darker path, but now, I seek joy. I'm into analog things and being present with people. Current projects involve artistic research, merging science and art to create experience-based art installations. I have to say your photos touch my soul deeply. They feel like I'm really in the landscape. That’s great to hear. Photography feels personal to me, it’s a sacred act of looking.
Can you explain what artistic research is? Artistic research merges science and art, starting with a question and checking ideas against facts. It promotes open discourse among professionals and the public. What are you doing with cancer cell research as an artist? I’m coordinating with a team at the University of Oslo to create art installations based on their cancer cell research, making this complex science accessible to the public.
During the 2020 lockdowns, I experimented with knitting, focusing thoughts and intentions into the items I made. Interestingly, recipients often shared that they felt the specific thoughts I had while knitting.
I have this vision of a spiritual letterbox where good wishes are stored until the person is ready to receive them.

Polymath Perception Podcast shows interviews with polymaths by Dr. Barbara Kleeb MD
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She is a corporate leadership coach for Group M and Essence Media.
She is a songwriter, singer, has produced her own music.
She is a learned photographer with a 3 years apprentiship and a video producer.