Bjarne Sode Funch

Bjarne Sode Funch is an Associate Professor Emeritus at Roskilde University's Department of People and Technology. His research focuses on the intersection of art, psychology, and existential phenomenology. He holds a Dr.Phil. (1997) from the University of Copenhagen, specializing in aesthetic psychology.

Key research areas include:

• Aesthetic experience dynamics
• Emotional impact of visual art
• Existential dimensions of creativity
• Museum education strategies
• Art therapy applications

Recent work emphasizes qualitative studies on art's psychological effects (e.g., 2025's microgenesis analysis of Eric Orr's work). His 2022 book The Psychology of Artistic Creativity explores existential-phenomenological perspectives. He has authored over 80 publications across journals like Journal of Aesthetic Education and Empirical Studies of the Arts.

Current projects involve interdisciplinary collaborations on museum pedagogy and art's role in existential well-being. He maintains active engagement with international art psychology networks.