Mr Kris Smith

Work Phone	(02) 4921 7230
Fax	(02) 4921 7070
Email	Kris.Smith@newcastle.edu.au
Position	Associate Lecturer School of Drama Fine Art and Music The University of Newcastle, Australia
Office	VA208, Vams Building

Biography

I am currently an early-career researcher completing my MFA in mid 2007. I am however an accomplished Photomedia exhibiting artist (having exhibited since 1982), acknowledged for my expertise in digital media and multi-media practice. My commitment to this practice is exemplified by the public exhibitions my work has been shown in, the professional workshops and seminars I have contributed to and the number of highly successful students that I have mentored.

As the sole Digital media specialist in the discipline of Fine Art I have had the responsibility of mentoring colleagues and acting in a quality context to output all Fine Art production at the highest possible level. this position has therefore required me to develop my research outcomes to include all aspects of the ongoing upgrading and understanding of the technical requirements of digital imaging technologies. This includes camera design and function, computer software for imaging, animation and professional portfolio presentation and image outputting.

As an active researcher I have a commitment to attending conferences, symposiums, forums and workshops, and read extensively in my research area. Through my OSPRO I have developed important links with international institutions and artist/academics that will benefit both my own research, and that of the School of Drama, Fine Art and Music.

Qualifications

Master of Fine Art, University of Newcastle, 2007
Graduate Diploma of Art, Newcastle College of Advanced Education, 1982
Diploma in Art, Newcastle College of Advanced Education, 1981

Research

Research keywords

Digital Animation
Digital Photomedia
Hybrid Photomedia
Time-lapse Photography
Traditional Photomedia

Research expertise

Concepts of time and properties of light are a primary focus of recent works.

Using time-lapse photography the path of the sun and the consequent changing colour temperature of light throughout a day is documented in a range of environments. Photographs and digital animations are constructed that emphasize these qualities of light and the impact of apparently subtle changes that occur over time. The images are usually presented as a combination of large-scale digital prints and digital projections.

Underpinning the work are studies of pre-cinema time-lapse photography and modernist films of the 1920's investigating time as the fourth dimension in art.

Results of this current research have been presented at such venues as the Art Gallery of NSW, Lake Macquarie City Art Gallery, Gosford Regional Gallery and the University of North Carolina.

Fields of Research

Code	Description	Percentage
190299	Film, Television And Digital Media Not Elsewhere Classified	100

Invitations

Digital Imaging Workshop Newcastle Region Catholic Schools Education Office , Australia (Digital Imaging Workshop)	2002
Volvo Adventure International Award 2004 Holy Family Primary School, Merewether Beach, Australia (Invited consultant)	2004
Anna Kling: Recent Photomedia Works Newcastle Art Space, Australia (Invited speaker)	2004
Lorn: The private township. Works by Anne Robinson Lorn Gallery, Australia (Invited speaker)	2007
Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition Newcastle City Council Lovett Gallery, Australia (Invited speaker)	2005
Pix in the Stix: Photographic Award Gloucester Art Gallery, Australia (Invited speaker and competition judge)	2004