Making and Using Natural Art Materials and its Effect on Adolescents’ Self-Concept

Author

Jocelyn Dimpel, Lesley UniversityFollow

Date of Award

Spring 5-18-2019

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

MA - Master of Arts

Department

Expressive Therapies

Advisor

Raquel Stephenson

Abstract

The purpose of the study was to observe effects on adolescents’ self-concept through creating their own natural art materials, as little prior research has been done on the subject. The study was conducted in a high school with two individual students, aged 14-16, who selected, created, and used their own art tools made from naturally sourced materials. By making and using their own art materials, students were able to process their internal state, thoughts, and emotions, express themselves outwardly, and connect better with themselves and their surroundings.

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Recommended Citation

Dimpel, Jocelyn, "Making and Using Natural Art Materials and its Effect on Adolescents’ Self-Concept" (2019). Expressive Therapies Capstone Theses. 135.
https://digitalcommons.lesley.edu/expressive_theses/135