The Jay-Canvas Artboard Approach: an innovative arts-based research method
Why you should read this article:
To examine a new successfully used arts-based research method that has not yet been made known
To recognise the need for arts-based research methods that promote social justice
To explore a new research method that other researchers can now use
Background There is an increasing need to develop innovative ways of collecting data that empower vulnerable people, such as those who use mental health services.
Aim To describe a novel, arts-based research method called the Jay-Canvas Artboard Approach (Jay-CAA), which involves a group collectively writing short descriptions on a canvas artboard about their experiences.
Discussion The authors asked participants in two studies to use coloured pens to write decorative comments on shared canvas artboards. They then analysed this data using thematic analysis.
Conclusion The Jay-CAA enabled the creation and collection of data in a time-effective way that was unproblematic for recruiting and retaining participants.
Implications for practice The Jay-CAA method enables research participants to summarise and express their experiences.
