ecos de la inocencia perdida: dualidad de la representación artística del abuso sexual infantil en técnicas mixtas sobre lienzo.

Abstract

The thesis “Echoes of lost innocence: duality of the artistic representation of child sexual abuse in mixed media on canvas” addresses the issue of child sexual abuse from an artistic perspective, with the aim of making this problem visible and promoting awareness and social change. The research explores the deep and complex dimensions of abuse through an innovative approach that combines qualitative and artistic methodologies. To contextualize the topic, a comprehensive review of the existing literature is conducted, covering definitions, statistics, and psychological and social consequences of child sexual abuse. Various psychological and sociological theories that explain the impact of abuse on victims and the factors that contribute to its perpetuation are examined. This theoretical framework provides a solid basis for understanding the severity and complexity of the problem, highlighting the importance of approaching it from multiple perspectives. The methodology employed in the research combines qualitative and artistic approaches, allowing for an in-depth and emotional exploration of child sexual abuse. The process of participant selection, data collection and the artistic techniques used in the creation of the works are described in detail. This methodological approach not only seeks to capture the reality of abuse, but also to provide a platform for victims' voices to be heard and validated through art. The creative process is presented as a powerful tool for catharsis and symbolic representation of traumatic experiences. The analysis of the artistic works created focuses on how they represent and communicate the experiences and emotions associated with child sexual abuse. The duality of artistic representation is explored, considering both the aesthetic and symbolic dimensions of the works. Art is highlighted as a medium capable of capturing the emotional and psychological complexity of abuse, allowing for deep reflection and dialogue on this difficult topic. The works not only make visible the reality of abuse, but also provide a space for expression and healing for the victims. The research findings underscore the of art as a tool for awareness raising and education. Implications of these findings are discussed and recommendations for future research and art practices are proposed. The research demonstrates how art can serve to foster greater understanding and empathy in society by offering new ways to address and represent child sexual abuse. This research work “Echoes of Innocence Lost” contributes significantly to the understanding of child sexual abuse from an artistic and social perspective as it works heavily with viewer interaction. Through a rigorous theoretical framework, innovative methodology and critical analysis, the research highlights the power of art as a protest against this issue. In the same context, here we highlight how art can serve as a powerful educational tool, since on the one hand it makes this issue visible and on the other hand it builds a creative process trying to represent it in a better way. By presenting the issue of child sexual abuse in a visual and emotive way, the works capture the attention and empathy of a wider audience, including those who may not be familiar with the depth and scope of this issue. As well as sexually abused victims.