A la sombra de la producción: Aproximaciones y puesta en valor de la catábasis, extensión oculta del proceso creativo

Abstract

This paper aims at highlighting and defending the value of failure, doubt, contradiction and paradox within artistic production and research processes. The article further focuses on showcasing these features as inherent and valid methods for knowledge-building. The report starts with the analysis of "The Phoenix club" as a practical example of an open and experimental space, where artistic methodologies enable further spheres of discussion regarding the problems faced by artistic production processes. Moreover, this analysis leads to a review of the difficulties related to art itself from an academic knowledge and competence-building standpoint, thus delving into the consequences and possibilities for communicating such expertise.