
Assistant Professor at University of Michigan
Greater Detroit Area

Assistant Professor at University of Michigan
Greater Detroit Area
I am an artist, designer and curator with a background that encompasses industrial design and manufacture, architectural collaborations and fine art practice.
CAD/CAM, rapid prototyping, 3D modelling/visualization, artist/architect collaborations, curation.
(Educational Institution; 10,001 or more employees; Higher Education industry)
January 2008 — Present (1 year 11 months)
Teaching undergraduate studio courses utilizing analytical and strategic methodologies of generating, developing and completing complex projects in a variety of contexts. Advising graduate students and periodically teaching a graduate seminar.
(Partnership; 1-10 employees; Fine Art industry)
November 1998 — Present (11 years 1 month)
rootoftwo researches, develops, produces, and exhibits contemporary artworks, which incorporate emerging art forms and technology. rootoftwo also undertakes freelance work in graphic/3D design, web design, art and technology consulting, curating and arts administration/project coordination.
(Non-Profit; 1-10 employees; Arts and Crafts industry)
1997 — Present (12 years )
Fast-uk is an practitioner-led organisation dedicated to promoting and encouraging practitioners that use digital and or electronic technologies in some part of their creative practice. Fast-uk supports those working in this area through exhibition opportunities, networking and by creating increased interest among curators, funders, and the general public.
(Privately Held; 1-10 employees; Fine Art industry)
2002 — 2007 (5 years )
Created digital 3D visualizations, drawings and renderings for public artist Malcolm Cochran for both proposed and commissioned artworks. Produced accurate site models and models of the art works.
(Educational Institution; 201-500 employees; Higher Education industry)
2003 — 2004 (1 year )
Formal scheduled teaching (3D Design), tutorials and student assessment, management of learning programmes and curriculum development, student admissions, educational guidance, supervision of student visit programmes, research and personal professional development.
(Privately Held; 501-1000 employees; Consumer Goods industry)
1999 — 2003 (4 years )
Explored, conceived, and developed innovative product solutions. Participated in the evaluation and refinement of new product requirements. Created aesthetic and functional models/prototypes. Interpreted and realised plans, concepts/ideas and schematics. Developed product specifications and styling. Worked with vendors and developed onsite product research and testing programs. Operation and maintenance of Stereolithography Apparatus (SLA 5000). 3D solid/surface modeling. RTV mold-making.
PhD , Design and Technology , 2004 — 2007
MA , Art as Environment , 1996 — 1997
MFA , Sculpture , 1994 — 1996
BA(Hons) , Fine Art , 1989 — 1993