Call for papers: “Alchemy: Exploring Metaphorical Transformations and Arts-Based Research” conference (Oxford University, Nov 4-5, 2023)
Fee: 170 GBP (in person)
90 GBP (Online)
Abstract Deadline: Sept 17, 2023
We are delighted to announce this
#transdisciplinary #conference, which aims to delve into the intriguing world of
#alchemy, with a particular focus on its
#metaphorical function within the realms of creativity and scholarship, specifically through arts-based research.
We aim to bring together scholars, researchers & creatives, offering a unique opportunity to explore the profound connections between alchemy, various knowledge disciplines, and
#artsbasedresearch. The event seeks to illuminate how alchemy’s
#metaphors,
#symbols, and transformative processes have influenced and continue to influence our understanding of the human
#psyche and creative expression.
Keynote:
#Jungian scholar, arts-based researcher, and novelist Prof. Susan Rowland.
Themes and Topics:
We invite abstracts for 15-minute presentations that explore various aspects of alchemy. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to:
- Arts-based research as alchemy
-
#Alchemical themes & creative inspiration
- Alchemy & poetic inquiry
#poeticinquiry
- Jungian
#Archetypes in Alchemical
#Symbolism
- Alchemical Transformation in
#Psychotherapy
- Alchemy & the
#Unconscious Mind
- Alchemical Symbolism in
#Art &
#Literature
- Alchemy & Embodied Practices
- Alchemical Metaphors in Contemporary Society
- Alchemy &
#Ecopsychology
- Alchemy,
#Ritual & Transformation
- The Language of Alchemy
- Alchemy &
#alchemists throughout history
**Participants interested in attending the conference without presenting a paper are also welcome.
Abstracts should be submitted through the form on the conference page in our website by Sept 17, 2023.
Publication Opportunities:
Selected papers will be invited for publication in a special post-conference proceeding.
Full details on:
labrc.co.uk/2023/07/31/alche…
For queries: info@labrc.co.uk
#jungianartsbasedresearch #alchemyconference #artsbasedlearning #jungianpsychology #cgjung #jungianconference #interdisciplinary #multidisciplinary