Wk 1:1 Introduction to 222.258 Part 2

Introduction to Ihi and Wehi

Understand

We were introduced to the Maori  words "Ihi" and "Wehi". We were told it will play a large part in this project and to try make our work relate to these words. In class I felt I understood these terms and I can definitely see how these are relevant in this particular project. However as soon as we were sent to complete our research for homework, I couldn't remember what Ihi meant. I looked it up in the brief.

"Ihi and wehi are complementary terms associated with emotional and psychological behaviour. Ihi can be described as an individual’s essential force, charisma, power or charm – which emanates throughout the creative process. Wehi, on the other hand, highlights the internalised feelings that occur in response to ihi. Sometimes the terms dread or awe are commonly used to describe wehi. In this context, wehi is taken to mean the emotional response on the part of the viewer.

How does your work make you feel? How does the work of others make you feel? What effects, intentional or unintentional, does it provoke or generate? What energy or resonance does your work have for others?"

Although I read this I was still confused as to what Ihi was. I researched Voting and Social Media because I am still wondering what topic to pick.