Using a camcorder in exploring a design topic: An autoethnography

This is my research M1.2 project from the Industrial Design faculty at the Technical University of Eindhoven.
In this autoethnography, I describe and analyze the experiences of using a camcorder and film to explore a design topic. With my background as a filmmaker and experienced user of camcorders, I show how my activities can inspire other design students to use a camcorder and film as a tool in the exploration phase of a design process. I have achieved this by performing activities in three different phases. These include which film tools I use, how I familiarize myself with a design topic, and how a video can play a role to make it accessible to other designers. Furthermore, this research shows a way of showing visual autoethnography research in a rich personal, and detailed manner through film.
I want to thank my coach, Bart Hengeveld, for his weekly feedback sessions. Additionally, I would like to thank my fellow students in the Wednesday morning pitch group for sharing each other's work. In particular, I want to thank Giulia Talamini, as we were both working on visual autoethnography and could share a lot of knowledge. Kevin Pfeil, for his insights and the time he made available to speak with me. Bas Raaijmakers, for his interest in the project. All the strangers who enriched me with new stories during this journey, and of course, the participants for the various interviews. I would also like to mention Sanne van Lieshout for collaborating with me on this project.
Pictures by Jelmer Bontje

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Nice video brother :^)

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Heel interessant. Leuke video Jens :>