참여적 공공 미술의 활성화를 위한 시민 참여 동기와 협업의 효과 분석 –‘세 송이 물망초 프로젝트’ 사례연구를 중심으로

Abstract

This study applied ideal conditions of participatory public art identified through prior research to a real community-based project and empirically examined their effectiveness through participant interviews and behavioral observations. Using the ‘Three Forget-me-not Blossoms’ project as a case study, this research explored how participants engaged in the creative process and what emotional or perceptual changes occurred. Findings showed that participants acted not as passive viewers, but as active contributors who helped realize the social value of participatory public art. Voluntary and collaborative participation, along with a sense of authorship and responsibility, increased emotional attachment and willingness to re-engage. When individuals saw themselves as co-creators, the project effectively fostered empathy, communication, and community solidarity. These results suggest that participatory public art can serve as a meaningful platform for civic engagement and social connection. The study provides practical insights for designing and sustaining future participatory public art initiatives based on both theory and practice.