EmoLab: A Speculative Design Approach to Emotional Biopolitics in a Capitalist World with Performative Techniques

Anosowicz, Katarzyna (2024) EmoLab: A Speculative Design Approach to Emotional Biopolitics in a Capitalist World with Performative Techniques. In: P/References of Design. Cumulus conference proceedings series, 1 . Cumulus Association, Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design Budapest, Budapest, pp. 1255-1258. ISBN 978-952-7549-03-5

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"EmoLab: A Speculative Design Approach to Emotional Biopolitics in a Capitalist World with Performative Techniques" introduces a 180-minute workshop leveraging speculative design to explore the commodification of emotions in capitalist societies, incorporating performative techniques to allow participants to engage with various emotional states physically and psychologically. The workshop aims to dissect and critique the biopolitical mechanisms governing emotions, fostering immersive learning to challenge and rethink these dynamics. Through a sequence of activities, attendees will examine and embody emotions as both tradable commodities and pivotal elements of speculative capitalist scenarios, moving from abstract understanding to tangible experience and creative speculation. The journey encompasses discovery, consumption, manipulation, and the creative reimagining of emotional dynamics, employing props and performative methods to facilitate a comprehensive exploration. "EmoLab" seeks to inspire innovative thought and speculative solutions regarding emotional engagement and governance, challenging participants to envision alternative futures beyond current biopolitical and capitalist constraints.

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