Over the past week I have been exploring new artists that concentrate in kinesthetic art and performance art. I have had many new ideas about what to do for my next project but none of them feel right yet. When I find what sparks my interest the ideas will be free flowing and effortless. Although I am still searching for this breakthrough I must keep in mind that my topic should follow the guidelines for our Phase II project. The objective for Phase II is to focus on a non-western, non-traditional, or social justice topic. I think I am still a little confused on the limitations this topic might bring, as most things I think of doing are non-traditional to me, but could be traditional practices for others. I am moving from the idea of literal translation of body movements and gestures to an abstract form of capturing the body. Although traditional equipment may be used, the way in which they are used to express my concept may not be traditional. There is a lot more work to be done in testing the ideas I have but by next week I plan to have a solid idea and plan for my new project.