Abstract

This article examines ways of enabling the professional development of artists with cognitive disability who wish to build an artistic career in Australia. It investigates two case studies of the arts management of supported studios through semi-structured interviews with art staff. Thematic analysis indicates four aspects of professional development for artists with cognitive disability at individual and organizational levels: environmental setting, strategic approaches, networking, and skills and career development. The article discusses the central role of supported studios and art staff in helping artists with cognitive disability achieve their aims to pursue professional artistic careers.

摘要

本文探讨了希望在澳大利亚建立艺术事业的认知障碍艺术家的职业发展途径。它通过与美术人员进行半结构化访谈，调查了两个受支持工作室的艺术管理案例研究。主题分析指出了在个人和组织层面上认知障碍艺术家的职业发展的四个方面：环境设置，战略方法，人际关系以及技能和职业发展。本文讨论了受支持的工作室和艺术人员在帮助认知障碍艺术家实现其追求专业艺术事业的目标方面的核心作用。