So, I have embarked on the odyssey that is the SIP.  I must confess that I find it all overwhelming.  Starting with making a choice of subject, and deciding on how focussed the inquiry should be.  Next reading into methodology, the rich range of possibilities for exploring a subject. Thinking about the overall project structure.  Who do I talk to? what questions to ask,? how to evaluate the results? will there be enough time for it all?

As well as wanting to address a subject which is directly part of my work at CSM I also want to explore methods which are outside of more traditional investigation techniques.  Working in the Performance program, and being a creative myself, I am interested in engaging in evaluative and communicative methods which reflect our practice.  These might be less literal and explanatory and more esoteric and emotive.  I am interested in seeing if I can develop a meaningful dialogue with my colleagues regarding the important and practical issue of how we work together using the lingua-franca of live art rather than relying on standard intellectual discussion.  Is this possible?  Is it useful? Am I experienced enough to attempt it?  Will I be able to evaluate this in a meaningful way? ( I’m a technician after all, shouldn’t I be attempting something more pragmatic?)