Richard Kerr

Richard Kerr is a Professor of Cinema at Concordia University, renowned for his interdisciplinary work spanning film, video, and meta-cinema installations. He has produced over 30 films and pioneered projects like the Motion Picture Weaving Light Box. His pedagogical focus includes teaching cinema in the digital age, reflected in his publication The Aesthetic Wow! and Studio for Future Cinema. Recent exhibitions include Snap, Crack, Pop at FOFA Gallery.

• Education: Media Arts Diploma, Sheridan College (1979)

Research interests emphasize experimental media practices, digital art, and the intersection of studio work with academic teaching. Awards include Professor of Distinction (2008-2009), International Fellow (2007), and the Inspiring Teacher Award (1998).

No grants or formal advisees are listed in the profile. His work bridges artistic innovation and educational philosophy, advocating for future-oriented cinema practices.