EUFORI OCH ÅNGEST I DET ANALOGA MEDIET : En autoetnografisk studie av den analoga fotografiska processen

This study aims to generate a deeper understanding of the revival of analog photography by examining intentionally slow artistic processes. In this study, the link between the analog photographic process and creativity is examined, as well as what influence pace in the process has on the experience of creativity. The method of the study consists of undertaking two versions of the analog photographic process in its entirety. An autoethnographic methodology is used to gather data from personal experience, which in turn is analyzed using Flow Theory to understand the connection between the process and creativity from a larger perspective. The results show that the analog photographic process contains demanding aspects which contribute to the possibility of achieving a state of optimal experience. The results also indicate that the challenging nature of the process generates an increase in the perceived value of the product. These results contribute to further understanding in the resurgence of the analog technique, along with increased knowledge within the field of purposely slow processes in artistic practice