{"id":855,"date":"2025-11-05T14:44:28","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T12:44:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sites.uwasa.fi\/nordichi2026\/?page_id=855"},"modified":"2026-03-25T12:11:58","modified_gmt":"2026-03-25T10:11:58","slug":"arts-based-approaches-in-hci","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/sites.uwasa.fi\/nordichi2026\/nordichi-2026\/submit\/arts-based-approaches-in-hci\/","title":{"rendered":"Arts-Based Approaches in HCI\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We invite artists, designers, researchers, and practitioners to contribute to the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Arts-Based Approaches<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> session at NordiCHI 2026. This session celebrates the dynamic interplay between artistic expression and human-computer interaction, exploring how creative practices can illuminate, challenge, and expand our understanding of technology and its role in human life.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h2><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Submission Instructions and Schedule<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Session Focus<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Aligned with the conference theme <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pulse \u2013 exploring the energy that drives us<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, this session seeks contributions that harness the expressive power of the arts to explore:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Embodied interaction and sensory experience<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Temporal rhythms and emotional resonance in digital systems<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Creative methods for participatory design and co-creation<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Artistic provocations and speculative futures in HCI<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Hybrid practices that blend performance, installation, sound, and visual arts with interactive technologies<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Arts-based critical approaches to HCI considering the theme of <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">energy<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> in the era of AI<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">What We\u2019re Looking For<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">We welcome a wide range of submissions, including:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Interactive installations <\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">(artwork that embraces HCI) deliberating energy (various forms and on differing dimensions, e.g., sustainability)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Video-based<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> artworks dealing with or engaging in energy (of various forms)<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Art-based research<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> methods in HCI around the theme of energy<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Performances<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> and live explorations of HCI themes regarding energy<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Papers<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> that theorize or critique arts-based methods in HCI in the thematic context of energy<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Important Dates<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> (Anywhere on Earth)<\/span><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Submission deadline: April 23, 2026\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Notification of acceptance: June 30, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"none\">Camera-ready deadline: August 7, 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Why Contribute?<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> &#8211; Presentation Format<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This session offers a vibrant platform to share your work with an interdisciplinary community, spark dialogue across fields, and contribute to shaping the future of HCI through artistic inquiry. The arts-based approaches programme will be presented during the main conference days, and the exhibition will be set in the context of Vaasa\u2019s fascinating Catacombs at the Wasa Innovation Center and showcased during the conference dinner on Tuesday, October 6<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">th<\/span><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, 2026. The spacious, ambient setting of the former 1800s built brewery mimics the chambers of a medieval castle.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Proposal Guidelines for Arts-Based Approaches Session<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<ol>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Title<\/span><\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Choose a clear, evocative title that captures the essence of your contribution.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Consider including artistic or conceptual keywords that hint at your method or theme.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Abstract (150\u2013250 words)<\/span><\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Summarize your contribution: what it is, why it matters, and how it relates to HCI.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Highlight the artistic medium(s) used and the core idea or experience you\u2019re exploring.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Connect to the NordiCHI 2026 theme: <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pulse \u2013 exploring the energy that drives us<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Keywords (5)<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Contribution Type: <\/span><\/b>Specify the format of your submission<span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Artistic demonstration or installation<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Performance or live interaction<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Workshop or participatory session<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Practice-based research presentation<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Theoretical or reflective paper<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Extended abstract (1500-2000 words)<\/span><\/b><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">As part of your submission, please include a <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Extended abstract<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> (1500-2000 words) that outlines the theorisation and thinking behind your work. This statement should:<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Describe the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">creative and theoretical motivations<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> for your project.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Explain how your work engages with the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">conference theme<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">: <\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Pulse \u2013 exploring the energy that drives us<\/span><\/i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Articulate the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">relationship between artistic practice and HCI inquiry<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">, including any relevant frameworks, methods, or provocations.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Reflect on the <\/span><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">experiential, affective, or critical dimensions<\/span><\/b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> of your contribution.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">This rationale will be considered for publication alongside your work in the conference proceedings and should be written for a broad interdisciplinary audience.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\"> Media and Technical Requirements \u2013 [for organisation purposes]<\/span><\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Detail any equipment, space, or setup needs.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">*<\/span><i><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Please note that we are able to provide the space and basic installation materials (walls, tape, pins, plinths \u2013 audiovisual equipment will be subject to availability so please specify your exact needs)<\/span><\/i><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Include links to documentation (e.g., video, images, portfolio) if applicable.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Biographical Note<\/span><\/b>\n<ul>\n<li><span data-contrast=\"auto\">A short bio (100\u2013150 words) highlighting your background in arts, design, or HCI.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Submission instructions<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Submissions should NOT be anonymised.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">All materials must be submitted electronically to PCS by the deadline. See <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.uwasa.fi\/nordichi2026\/nordichi-2026\/submit\/submission-guidelines\/\">submission guidelines<\/a>\u00a0for details on how to submit.<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>ACM Open<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Content in this track will be published under ACM Open Access as an \u201cExtended Abstract\u201d article type. Extended Abstract article types will not be charged an Article Processing Charge (APC) for open access. For more information about which article types are subject to an APC, see the <a href=\"https:\/\/libraries.acm.org\/acmopen\/article-types\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ACM article types summary<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h3><b><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Selection Process<\/span><\/b><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-teams=\"true\">The selection process run by a panel of experts. The panel members represent international HCI scholars and artists. <\/span>Each submission will be reviewed by two panel members, and decided upon in terms of acceptance according to novelty, contribution to scholarly and\/or artistic work, and quality.<\/p>\n<p>For more information about how we approach reviews, please see the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/sites.uwasa.fi\/nordichi2026\/guidance-for-reviewers\/\"><strong>Reviewers<\/strong><\/a> page.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Chairs<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Rebekah Rousi, University of Vaasa, <\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">reb<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">e<\/span><span data-contrast=\"none\">kah.rousi@uwasa.fi, Finland<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Johanna Silvennoinen, University of Jyv\u00e4skyl\u00e4, Finland<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-contrast=\"auto\">Anne Scott Wilson, Deakin University<\/span><span data-ccp-props=\"{&quot;134233117&quot;:true,&quot;134233118&quot;:true,&quot;201341983&quot;:0,&quot;335559740&quot;:240}\"> , Australia<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Panel members<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Aska Mayer, Tampere University, Finland<\/p>\n<p>Ylva <!--StartFragment --><span class=\"cf0\">Fernaeus, Ume\u00e5 University, Sweden<\/span><!--EndFragment --><\/p>\n<p>Dean Gojla, Deakin University, Australia<\/p>\n<p>Jurgis Peters, Tampere University, Finland<\/p>\n<p>Johan B\u00e4ckman, Platform Art, Vaasa, Finland<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span data-ccp-props=\"{}\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>We invite artists, designers, researchers, and practitioners to contribute to the Arts-Based Approaches session at NordiCHI 2026. 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