Shows
The Research StudioEpisode 8 Clementine BedosHow can expanded reality technologies be used to focus inwards on the body? Clémentine Bedos (Goldsmiths) explores mind, body and consciousness through tantra and collaborative ways of knowing. In this conversation we discuss a family history of tantra, the influence of spirituality on the tech industry, and creating spaces for different kinds of knowing.
www.clementinebedos.com
Presented by Dr Mark Wilsher Norwich University of the Arts
Music is "The Husk" by Gamesharkoff, available from the Free Music Archive (CC BY)
2026-01-1447 minThe Research StudioEpisode 7 Joseph WhitmoreVirtual reality, animation and post-human embodiment are brought together in the idea of digital puppetry by Joseph Whitmore (Creative Computing Institute at the University of the Arts London). In this interview he talks about his roots in live animation, collaborations with performers, and using a sourdough starter named Richard as a research methodology. Recorded in his studio on a very rainy day in South Bermondsey.
Studioubl.com
Presented by Dr Mark Wilsher Norwich University of the Arts
Music is "The Husk" by Gamesharkoff, available from the Free Music Archive (CC BY)
2025-11-1939 minThe Research StudioEpisode 6 Adriana ArroyoThe San Juan River that forms a border between Nicaragua and Costa Rica is the subject of Adriana Arroyo’s PhD research at Goldsmiths (University of London). We discuss the challenges of bringing indigenous and academic knowledges together, collaboration, the role of art practice, and what you can learn from a landscape.
www.adrianaarroyo.net
Presented by Dr Mark Wilsher Norwich University of the Arts
Music is "The Husk" by Gamesharkoff, available from the Free Music Archive (CC BY)
2025-07-1044 minThe Research StudioEpisode 5 Christian PetersenInterview with Christian Petersen on what it means to take visual communication out of the studio, including case studies on the explorations of Joan Didion in El Salvador and photographer Paul Hymann in Morocco.
Presented by Dr Mark Wilsher Norwich University of the Arts
Music is "The Husk" by Gamesharkoff, available from the Free Music Archive (CC BY)
2025-05-2048 minThe Research StudioEpisode 4 Kimberly ShenAn interview with the Singaporean curator Kimberly Shen, Chelsea College of Art (UAL). We discuss the art scene in Singapore, her experiences co-running the residency programme at dblspce, and her ambition to create a platform to consolidate and promote feminist practices in the region as part of her PhD thesis. www.kimberlyshen.com
With Dr Mark Wilsher, Norwich University of the Arts
2025-03-0347 minThe Research StudioEpisode 3 Noemi GuneaInterview with Noemi Gunea on her research into the pedagogy of post-dramatic theatre at Wimbledon College of Arts. We talk about the nature and politics of post-dramatic theatre, details of her recent piece "Zen and Zeroes", inclusivity, personal values, and what it’s like to undertake a pre-determined research studentship. noemigunea.com
Thanks to Rumble Post for use of their studios. rumblepost.co.uk
Presented by Dr Mark Wilsher Norwich University of the Arts
2024-12-0747 minThe Research StudioEpisode 2 Tom HullInterview with Tom Hull about his eco-acoustic based PhD research at Falmouth University. Includes discussion of biophony, the work of Bernie Krause and Wild Sanctuary, modes of deep listening and the environment.
Includes three field recordings recorded by Tom Hull – Missing Wolf Sound Specialists.
Presented by Dr Mark Wilsher Norwich University of the Arts
Music is "The Husk" by Gamesharkoff, available from the Free Music Archive (CC BY)
2024-10-3149 min
The Research StudioEpisode 1 Amanda GeitnerInterview with Amanda Geitner about her research on the work and teaching of British artist Roger Ackling. Includes discussion of research methods, the nature of practice based research, and the curating of the touring exhibition 'Sunlight'.
Presented by Dr Mark Wilsher Norwich University of the Arts
Music is "The Husk" by Gamesharkoff, available from the Free Music Archive (CC BY)
2024-10-0445 min