Data Analysis- Critical Reflection – Coding Memo_049 1 Jul 2020. David interview. Phase 1

Critical Reflection – Coding Memo_049  1 Jul 2020. David Interview

Process and flow of coding ideas:

Phase 1: Immersing myself in the data identifying codes to include context and deeper understanding or intention and actively searching and identifying coded extracts that will create cohesive sub-themes in later phases of reflexive thematic analysis.

Initial codes identified today:

Losing sight is similar to a bereavement.

Audio description can revive visual memories

Audio description activates visual pictures in the mind

Speaking about conceptual ideas with like-minded artists helps solidify ideas

Audio description brings life to artwork

Thoughts create the conceptual foundations for art

Street furniture is great for reference points

The emergence of concept art is a benefit for sight loss

Walking and tactile touching creates familiarity with environment

Walking and travel by car can be navigated by physical bumps and bends in the road

Wilderness training and wilderness awareness is similar to blind experience: sounds are read in a more profound way

External navigation isn’t mapped with visual landmarks – it’s by bumps and drain covers.