How Can the Arts Heal and Unite? Keil Space Case Study by QDAS
Hundreds of visitors have individually crossed the threshold of Keil Space, each enriching the space with new perspectives and interpretations. Among them, high-profile psychologists and mental health specialists have highlighted the therapeutic impact of the experience on psychological well-being. Their insights have been confirmed by a study conducted by QDAS, a leader in qualitative data analysis.
The study, based on the testimonies of 500 observers aged 17 to 85 from all walks of life, demonstrated a significant positive impact on participants’ psychophysical state during and after the Keil Space Experience. The article “How Can the Arts Heal and Unite? Keil Space Case Study,” published by Hue & Eye, explores the profound impact of art on human well-being, shedding light on the transformative experience of Keil Space. According to the magazine, this research affirms Keil Space’s role in redefining artistic engagement, demonstrating how art can serve as a catalyst for personal and social transformation.
The first area is dedicated to three columns, icons of Sam Keil’s philosophical thought, followed by the room dedicated to the First Generation Bronze, which masterfully captures the movement and life of atavistic beings. The Second Generation Bronze, exhibited in a different room, represents, through light, a bridge connecting ancient, present and future civilizations. The visit culminates with the New Generation Bronze, which shows an unprecedented perspective of the cosmos, evoking new visual stimulation and enhancing visitors’ mental and physical well-being. The uniqueness of Keil Space lies in the care given to the observer: the 500 sqm exhibition space is intended to welcome one person at a time. The individual enters into direct dialogue with the place and the works, in a journey that fosters personal expression and awareness through art. Keil Space reminds us that art is a powerful tool for personal connection and growth, an ongoing journey toward understanding and celebrating our deepest essence. And it does so by acting as a safe platform where each individual is able to feel protected and free to be able to express their perceptions without any barriers of judgment. In today’s context of the increasingly elitist art system, Keil Space is a place devoted to restoring the accessibility of dialogue about art, giving trust in the observers, making them protagonists of the art experience. In a contemporary society that favors standardization to increase efficiency and productivity, Keil Space values individuals as human beings, and not “as” numbers.
According to “Hue & Eye” article based on QDAS research, this approach to art has demonstrated recurring results and effects on observers’ mental and physical well-being, such as improved concentration, reduced stress, emotional release, introspection, heightened awareness and a deep connection with the artistic environment. Many visitors described the experience as meditative, evoking a renewed sense of clarity and self-awareness. The research underscores the power of art as a healing force, confirming that Keil Space offers a rare opportunity to reconnect with oneself and others, beyond the constraints of conventional artistic experiences.
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