“To do and see what happens, instead of planning for something to happen”, a qualitative study on how professional artists working in a palliative care setting shape their practice

Background Research has acknowledged the potential benefits of art programs in palliative care settings while also highlighting associated concerns due to the extreme vulnerability of clients. To add to existing research, which predominantly focuses on social and healthcare outcomes of art initiatives, this study examines how artists shape their practice in response to the unique challenges of palliative care and client vulnerability.