What kinds of things do we research when we use arts-based research? And when we apply arts-based research to educational contexts, what kinds of contributions to the scholarship of learning and teaching can we make? Taking as its basis three case studies in which art processes were used to investigate culture and identity, this essay examines the…

The authors of this article are engaged in co-writing a book that explores art, culture and education. We come from different cultural backgrounds (Pakeha and Maori), from different art disciplines (theatre and sculpture) and from two different trainings in knowledge. As we get deeper and deeper into the project we find that the collaborative…

Describes aspects of a research project which, investigated how drama and theatre were used to explore the space that is emerging through the interaction of Maori and Pakeha cultures in New Zealand. Discusses two case studies: a project that used the arts as a catalyst to explore cultural difference, and an account of reflective practice in a…