Secondary Research
Research for the designs the artist wants to create will be carried out as secondary research.
Secondary research also known as desk research is where the researcher uses data that already exists. This information and data are then collected to increase the primary research or to help back up the research.
This type of research includes reports already published which are available in libraries, blogs, websites or in the form of pictures. This type of research is more time-efficient compared to primary research as the researcher uses data that is readily available instead of having to complete the data collection themselves.
The main source for the secondary research is the internet as the information is readily available and can be downloaded or printed. The only issue with this type or source is making sure it is ethically sourced as well as authentic. So, more research into the information obtained to clarify the information is accurate may be required.
Books are another good source of research. Using the local libraries can be beneficial as they have a vast array of books that will most likely be accurate due to the primary research and publishing houses. As well as books they can also consider other sources such as magazines and journals which can be copied or borrowed to assist with research.
For this research the artist has chosen to use the internet for their secondary research as well as some textbooks, this was due to the restraints on the topic. As the topic was about Irish Folklore & Mythology, they would have been better-suited travelling to Ireland and doing some primary and secondary research in the areas and local libraries. However, due to restrictions and time restraints, they chose to use online libraries and online search engines to find the research they required.
The artist researched different websites for information on Irish Folklore & Mythology to determine what was available. After combing several sites, they came across one site which gave them access to a variety of different types of folklore and mythology. Upon research they came across creatures of many shapes and sizes, some were scarier than others too.
The Abhartach (The Irish Vampire)
This one is known to be one of the scariest of Irish mythology creatures and according to Dejan Badnjarevic, he says in his article ‘A guide to 31 of the scariest Celtic and Irish mythological creatures’ that the Abhartach is widely known to be closely linked to Bram Stoker’s Dracula which has close ties to Ireland. He states the author was born in Dublin which is where the link comes from. The Abhartach tale is hard to uncover but many people believe it to be real.
The Dullahan
The Dullahan is believed to be a faerie. However, it is not your typical happy faerie. Oh no, this faerie is far from it as it takes the form of a headless rider on a black horse. Irish folklore states this faerie uses the spine of a human as a whip! Known as a harbinger of death, if the Dullahan calls out your name you will die.
The Leprechaun
The Leprechaun is one of the most well-known Celtic creatures, known around the world. This is mainly due to its elf-like image and its trickster ways. They are known not to be trusted and will deceive anyone when they get the chance.
The Far Darrig
The Far Darrig is a supernatural being with a long snout and a skinny tail. They are closely linked to the Leprechauns in Irish mythology. They are small faeries that are seen wearing red caps or coats and they love to play practical jokes on humans.
From this research, the artist was able to pick 4 folklore and mythological creatures which they would like to recreate in their major project.
To find out more about the creatures picked, keep reading ….
Reference List
A Guide To 31 Of the Scariest Celtic And Irish Mythological Creatures, Dejan Badnjarevic. Accessed at: https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/irish-mythological-creatures/ [Online] Accessed on: October 15th, 2021
Secondary Research- Definition, Methods and Examples, n, a. Accessed at: https://www.questionpro.com/blog/secondary-research/[Online] Accessed on: October 14th, 2021
Figure List
Figure 1, Secondary Research
Accessed at: https://www.shutterstock.com/image-illustration/conceptual-business-illustration-words-secondary-research-1035163243 Accessed on: October 15th, 2021
Figure 2, Abhartach
Accessed at: https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/irish-mythological-creatures/ Accessed on: October 15th, 2021
Figure 3, The Dullahan
Accessed at: https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/irish-mythological-creatures/ Accessed on: October 15th, 2021
Figure 4, The Leprechaun
Accessed at: https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/irish-mythological-creatures/ Accessed on: October 15th, 2021
Figure 5, The Far Darrig
Accessed at: https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/irish-mythological-creatures/ Accessed on: October 15th, 2021
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