About the Employee
Who Needs Folklore and Why?
My research focuses on the relationship between traditional folklore and folkloristics, and political ideologies and the visual arts. With a particular focus on Latvian mythology, I have traced these connections from the initial trends of 19th century Romantic nationalism to the critical potential of contemporary art. In the process, I have specialised in cultural nationalism and the study of Stalinism and late socialism. Productive detours have led me to research Latvian spells and demonology, and to explore and write about cultural history more broadly. Having originally studied philosophy, I am now often referred to as a historian.
In theory, I have explored the literary, reflective and affective turns, embraced poststructuralism and posthumanism, developed a fascination for environmental humanities, and adopted an irreparably interdisciplinary approach to research problems in Latvia, the Baltics and Europe more broadly.
My parallel career in advertising and strategic communication has given me an advantage when it comes to disseminating and explaining research results. Alongside scientific and popular publications, this has also allowed me to create several exhibitions, documentary films, and works in new media. I approach writing project applications with enthusiasm and evaluate them responsibly.
About the Research Field
Areas of Expertise
Cultural Nationalism
80%
Latvian Mythology and Magic
95%
History of Folklore Studies
75%
Baltic Postcolonialism
60%
History of Art and Media
40%
Science Communication
100%
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Projects
18
Publications
7
Books
Projects
Member of Projects
Research Activities
Publications
Scholarly Editions
Monographs, Book Chapters, Edited Books, Edited Journals
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