Best laid plans: Research design and the field in a study of crafts in the Hampi region

Research on traditional crafts at the Hampi World Heritage site reveals that knowledge production is inherently dialogic, with field dynamics influencing research design. The study highlights the limitations of researchers' impact and emphasizes the importance of giving voice to craftspeople, whose perspectives must be prioritized regardless of alignment with patrons or industry views. This self-reflexive approach challenges conventional academic objectivity and underscores the need for collaborative, community-driven research methodologies.

Rajangam, K. (2017). Best laid plans: Research design and the field in a study of crafts in the Hampi region. Craft Research, 8(1), 9–31. https://doi.org/10.1386/crre.8.1.9_1