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I have an unusually diverse portfolio having created technical sculpture in materials ranging from chocolate to bronze and now creating generative art and physical computing. Currently I am working on massive miniature polystyrene city installations, integrating projecting live mapped textures and interactive cloud structures.
I have a BFA with Distinction in Sculpture/Installation from OCADu and an MA in Communications and New Media from McMaster University.
I work as a Professor at Sheridan College where I teach in the Bachelor of Interaction Design Program.
Bridging the physical and digital with sensors and data.
Live video textures dynamically placed on unexpected surfaces.
Design that attracts attention in any material imaginable.
Searching for the computational sublime in ambient algorithms.
I have been making things and showing others how to make things for most of my life. My focus is always on intentionality and effectiveness, concept and practice, play and beauty.
Working with a wide selection of digital tools, including but not limited to the Adobe Creative Suite, Processing, P5.js, Cinema 4D, Unity, Spline Design.
Comfortable experimenting and exploring with extensive understanding of AR/VR development and conceptualization. Using tools such as AR.js, Three.js, Aframe, UnityAR, SparkAR
Highly capable using both physical and digital creative tools, drawing and painting techniques, training and experience in art and scenic art. Web design using HTML, CSS, and Javascript and several specialized creative libraries, P5.js, Three.js.
26 years of teaching at various levels in several disciplines including computational media, sculpture, communications, media studies, Lego robotics, physical computing, visual design, Web tools.
Currently Experimenting with Various AI tools for direct use in creating creative assets and web apps. Text, text to image, text to speach, actively testing platforms
Highly competent using micro-controlelrs and micro-electronics. Building circuits and robust systems for exhibits, tradeshows, and exhibitions. Experience with Arduino and several IoT boards, mostly recently focusing on ESP32 boards and connected web apps
Core strengths in all forms of physical 3D fabrication, design, sculpture, casting and mold making. Anatomical Ecorche. Skill and experience with digital 3D modelling, Rhino3D, C4D, 3D Printing.
Sophisticated sense of design and material language. Experience with solo and group public exhibitions, curatorial practice and public art.
Highlighting a few of my current and previous employers.
I love to ENGAGE
Professor
I love to BUILD
Fabrication and Design
I love to TEACH
Instructor
I love to PLAY
Professional Practice
