Popular Culture Review 30.2
THE BACKGROUND
One of the key elements of my academic research is the premise that research and experimentation are foundational in the pursuit and creation of knowledge , which is derived from the philosophical underpinnings of avant-garde movements such as Futurism , Dada , Surrealism , and Fluxus . One does not need to be familiar with the inner workings of the avant-garde to be impacted by these movements ’ extended influence on popular culture practices , technological advancements , and academic discourse .
What is important to note is that research and experimentation , particularly through an arts-based perspective , can provide tools that enable us to create a more robust understanding of ourselves and our relationship with the world . Often , we acquire knowledge through our failures , and we can apply the “ research / experiment / fail / repeat ” dynamic to most aspects of life , including dating . It is not a novel concept , but one that is important to recognize . Research becomes part of the dating process , for example , not so much in researching the person you are about to meet in real life ( although that does happen ), but more about researching logistical information in order to determine a good meeting spot ( e . g . location , cost , vibe , etc .).
While we may fail to realize it much of the time , we share an ongoing relationship with the process of research and experimentation and how it applies / influences our personal and professional contexts . The key then is to capitalize on the research and experimentation process by making it more active , relatable , and effective to whatever context we choose . That is part of the reason that I decided to experiment with dating in the digital age , which in turn has allowed me to develop a creative , yet scholarly product immersed in first-hand experiences .
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