Richard Blackwell Email & Phone Number

Sydney, Nsw, Au

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

Co ordinator of Advanced manufacturing Lab and Robotic Fabrication Lab for UNSW factually of Arts Design and Architecture.Overseen the establishment of the Robotic Fabrication Lab, Polymers Lab, and numerous upgrades and renovations within the DFL. Established administrative and educational systems for student engagement and compliance including creating and delivering inductions, piloting services like the '3D print hub', and design and implementation of 'A system for BE' and shared… Show more Co ordinator of Advanced manufacturing Lab and Robotic Fabrication Lab for UNSW factually of Arts Design and Architecture.Overseen the establishment of the Robotic Fabrication Lab, Polymers Lab, and numerous upgrades and renovations within the DFL. Established administrative and educational systems for student engagement and compliance including creating and delivering inductions, piloting services like the '3D print hub', and design and implementation of 'A system for BE' and shared use exhibition system which has seen continual use across multiple Faculty exhibitions.Worked with numerous faculty on realising research fabrication, provided instruction and lectures in digital fabrication, and participated in Engaged in exhibition support including designing and managing the delivery of Show less

Exhibiting artist, collected nationally and internationally, having executed 10 solo exhibitions and headlined in 3 major art fairs, most recently at Sydney Contemporary 2024.

Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

Lecturer -‘Introduction to Screen printing’ elective course, 2023

Education City, Doha, Qatar

At VCUQ Arts Qatar, I served as an Assistant Professor in the Painting and Printmaking Department (PAPR) and MFA Design Studies. I taught a range of courses, including Digital Fabrication, Graduate Advising, and Basic Sculpture. My role extended beyond teaching to involve active participation in extracurricular activities, exhibitions, and recruitment efforts for the MFA program, supporting both the academic and creative development of the students.

In addition to my teaching duties, I managed the VCUQ FabLab, where I led a comprehensive renovation of the aging facilities. I introduced modern tools and workflows, and I established a student employment program that significantly increased engagement and interaction within the lab. This initiative helped integrate practical, hands-on experience into the curriculum and created a more collaborative learning environment.

During the 2017/18 academic year, I took on the additional responsibility of Acting Academic Resources Manager. In this role, I managed the procurement and receipt of over $300,000 worth of art supplies and textbooks, ensuring the school’s resources were fully stocked. This role required balancing academic, technical, and operational responsibilities, all contributing to a more efficient and resource-rich environment for both students and faculty.

916 N Damen Ave, Chicago Il

Responsible for production of exhibitions, including exhibition design and promotion, furniture, lighting and all physical requirements for Fernwey. Sits on curatorial committee.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

At the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), I spearheaded digital literacy initiatives within the Contemporary Practices Department, focusing on the development of a curriculum for small-scale CNC machines. This role involved both the construction and maintenance of these machines, as well as the creation and implementation of a teaching pilot program. I collaborated with a diverse group of faculty to integrate digital fabrication tools into their courses, bridging traditional art… Show more At the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), I spearheaded digital literacy initiatives within the Contemporary Practices Department, focusing on the development of a curriculum for small-scale CNC machines. This role involved both the construction and maintenance of these machines, as well as the creation and implementation of a teaching pilot program. I collaborated with a diverse group of faculty to integrate digital fabrication tools into their courses, bridging traditional art practices with emerging technologies. The initiative fostered interdisciplinary learning and provided students with hands-on experience in digital processes. Show less

Chicago, Illinois, United States

I taught foundational courses to first-year students in the Contemporary Practices Department. Classes include:CP 1010-018: Core Studio: TransfersCP 1010-026: Core Studio: TransfersCP 1030-008: Wired:Imaging & WebCP 1030-009: Wired:Imaging & Web The curriculum emphasized digital literacy, coding, and the integration of web-based tools into studio practices. My teaching aimed to equip students with the skills to explore digital and web-based tools within their… Show more I taught foundational courses to first-year students in the Contemporary Practices Department. Classes include:CP 1010-018: Core Studio: TransfersCP 1010-026: Core Studio: TransfersCP 1030-008: Wired:Imaging & WebCP 1030-009: Wired:Imaging & Web The curriculum emphasized digital literacy, coding, and the integration of web-based tools into studio practices. My teaching aimed to equip students with the skills to explore digital and web-based tools within their art-making processes, preparing them to engage with contemporary technologies in creative and meaningful ways. Show less

Canberra Australia

nstructor of Web Design and Production, Faculty of Arts and Design(I taught in person when I lived in Australia but as I now live in Chicago the course has been adapted and I run it online to around 50 students a semester via the Learning Management Software, Moodle)

Instructor in Faculty of Creative Arts. Classes includeWeb Design (fall 2011)Web Design (fall 2013)Web Design (winter 2013)3D animation (spring 2014)

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Introduction to Printmaking 1000 Spring 2014

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Technical Assistant in the Sullivan fabrication studio. Roles include the instruction and operation of Wood-shop tools, Including a CNC router and Vacum Former.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Classes Include:CNC integrated fabrication, William Newhouse (Fall 2012 and Spring 2013)Graduate and Advanced Offset Productions, Alexander Valentine (Fall 2013)Contemporary Practices, Sterling Lawrence (Fall 2012)Photography 1, Chad Gerth (Fall 2012)Offset Productions, Mariano Chavez (Spring 2013)Advanced Offset Productions, Oliver Watt (Spring 2013)

Assisting artists in various disciplines to realize there work. Particular focus on assisting with the use/implementation of new technologies such as CNC milling, Laser cutting and Digital video. Select projects include:Scaling and vectorizing plan drawings for a public sculpture development application.- CNC milling Graphite for cast glass sculpture.- Set design and building for theater production.- Drawing, production and editing of Video projects.

Design, update and upkeep of the ANU School of Art Website.

Various teaching commitments include:Lecturer -‘Web Design Create’ elective course, 2010/11Lecturer - ‘Screen Printing’ 1st year Printmedia and Drawing, 2010Co-ordinator Lecturer - ‘Core Computer Studies’ 1st year (entire year) course, 2010/11 Lecturer and Lab Tutor - ‘Core Computer Studies’ 1st year course, 2010/11Guest Lecturer - ‘City Sites’, ‘Workshop Theory’, ‘Art Forum’ 2009/11

Implementing technology and devveloping best practices documentation, for the implementation of Rich-media content into the ANU's Moodle based LMS known as 'Wattle'

coo-ordinating workshops and giving school tours

Teaches Screen printing courses

Front end web design and Project Management

Master Of Fine Arts (Mfa), Printmedia

Ba With Hons 1St Class And University Medal, Printmedia, Drawing, Sculpture

Activities and Societies: ANU film group