Expanded Drawing Professors and Supervisors in Spain

Sylvia Martinez GallegoView profile

Professor

University of ValenciaSpain

Sylvia Martinez Gallego is a Permanent Professor at the Faculty of Teaching of the University of Valencia and currently serves as the Vice-Rector for Equality, Diversity and Inclusive Policies since 2022. She is also a member of the Senate of the University of Valencia, the Academic Commission of the Teaching Degree, and serves as Coordinator of the Area of Visual Arts Education and Coordinator of the Secondary Master's Degree in the specialty of drawing. Education: Degree in Fine Arts Master's degree in Specific Didactics and Secondary Education from the University of Valencia Doctorate in Education (2015) Dr. Gallego's research primarily focuses on Teacher Training, Visual Arts Didactics, and Interdisciplinarity in the Arts. Her work bridges educational theory with practical applications in visual and musical arts education. She has been actively involved in developing teaching methodologies that integrate environmental and social competences through sensory experiences, particularly using sound and visual landscapes as educational tools. Her research contributes significantly to innovative approaches in arts education and teacher development. Her recent publication 'Development of Social and Environmental Competences of Teachers in Training Using Sound and Visual Landscape' (2023) exemplifies her research trajectory, focusing on how sensory landscapes can be leveraged to develop crucial competences in future educators. This work reflects her commitment to interdisciplinary approaches that connect artistic expression with environmental awareness and social responsibility in educational contexts. Dr. Gallego has received several nominations for awards recognizing her contributions to the cultural and artistic life of the Valencian Community, though specific award names are not documented in the available information. Her academic career includes service as a reviewer for multiple academic journals and a research stay at École Duperré in Paris. She is actively involved with the research group 'Investigating Musical Education (iMUSED)' and maintains strong connections with both academic and artistic communities. Her management responsibilities have expanded significantly through her role in the Vice-Rectorate for Equality, Diversity and Inclusive Policies, where she leads initiatives across the university. Her professional background includes work at the School of Art and Superior Design (EASD), demonstrating her commitment to both academic and practical artistic education. Her career trajectory reflects a consistent integration of artistic practice, educational theory, and institutional leadership.

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Mariolly Davila CordidoView profile

Lecturer

Polytechnic University of CataloniaSpain

Mariolly Davila Cordido is a Lecturer in the Department of Graphic Engineering and Design at the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), affiliated with the Barcelona School of Architecture (ETSAB) and the Barcelona East Engineering School (EEBE), where she specializes in architectural representation and visualization. She holds a Doctorate in Architectural Graphic Representation and a Master's degree in Secondary Education Teaching, complemented by specialized training in Installations and Services, and Design and Structural Calculation. Her research focuses on architectural visualization, heritage conservation, and digital reconstruction techniques, with particular emphasis on hyperbolic paraboloids in architecture, vernacular structures, and color values in architectural contexts. She has conducted extensive documentation of Venezuelan architectural heritage, especially religious buildings in Caracas and Wayúu indigenous architecture. Recent publications reveal expanding interests in architectural education methodology, including zero-semester programs for graphic expression courses and applications of generative AI through chatbot development for learning support. Davila Cordido actively participates in the International Research Group in Architecture and Society (GIRAS) and the ReDISSENY Research Group in Design, bridging historical architectural knowledge with contemporary digital technologies and educational innovation.

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Joaquín García NistalView profile

Associate Professor

University of León (ULE)Spain

Joaquín García Nistal is an Associate Professor in the Department of Artistic and Documentary Heritage at the Faculty of Philosophy and Letters, University of León, Spain. His academic career is deeply rooted in the study and preservation of Spain's architectural heritage, with a particular focus on historical carpentry techniques and structures. Dr. García Nistal earned his doctorate from the University of León in 2007 with a thesis titled 'La carpintería de armar en la provincia de León (SS. XIV-XVIII)', supervised by Dr. María Dolores Campos Sánchez-Bordona. His research expertise spans multiple dimensions of art and architectural history, with special emphasis on Mudejar architecture, wooden ceiling structures (particularly 'carpintería de armar' and 'carpintería de lo blanco'), and the historical evolution of building techniques in the Castilian-Leonese region. His scholarly work demonstrates a consistent focus on the intersection of technical craftsmanship and artistic expression in historical architecture. Through meticulous analysis of wooden structures in churches, monasteries, and royal buildings, García Nistal has contributed significantly to understanding how carpentry techniques evolved from the medieval through Renaissance periods in Spain. His research often examines the symbolic dimensions of architectural elements, revealing how structural choices carried cultural and ideological significance. Analysis of his recent publications (2020-2025) shows a continued specialization in Spanish architectural history with expanding interdisciplinary connections. While maintaining his core expertise in historical carpentry, his work increasingly engages with symbolic representation, cultural identity, religious imagery, and the Mediterranean cultural exchanges between Christian and Islamic traditions. His research bridges technical architectural analysis with broader cultural and historical interpretation. As an active faculty member, García Nistal participates in teaching and research initiatives at the University of León, contributing to the academic community through publications, conference presentations, and likely supervision of graduate students in art history and heritage conservation fields. His work exemplifies the integration of technical architectural knowledge with humanistic interpretation that characterizes contemporary art historical scholarship.

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Brian CoeView profile

Adjunct Professor

Pompeu Fabra UniversitySpain

Brian Coe serves as an Adjunct Professor of Entrepreneurship at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business, where he teaches Entrepreneurship in Healthcare and Life Sciences (Course 34210) during Autumn quarters for 2024-25 and 2025-26. He co-created and taught the Entrepreneurial Discovery course with Professor Mark Tebbe and instructs the I-Corps program at the Polsky Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation. His research focuses on translating scientific innovation into commercial healthcare solutions, particularly in diagnostic technologies. With firsthand experience scaling ventures from inception to IPO, Coe emphasizes practical frameworks for identifying market opportunities in regulated industries like diagnostics and life sciences. His work bridges academic theory with real-world startup execution, highlighting capital formation strategies and regulatory navigation. Coe actively advises life science startups, leveraging his experience raising $500 million in equity capital and $50 million in non-dilutive grants for Talis Biomedical. His mentorship focuses on go-to-market strategies for point-of-care diagnostics and building payer-reimbursed healthcare platforms, drawing from his leadership at Litholink (acquired by LabCorp) where programs expanded to serve 9 million patients annually across chronic disease areas.

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AGUSTÍN CASTILLO MARTÍNEZView profile

Professor

University of JaénSpain

Agustín Castillo Martínez is a Professor (Interim Substitute) specializing in Construction Engineering. He obtained his PhD from the Universidad de Granada in 2016, supervised by Dr. José Carlos de San Antonio Gómez and Dr. Miguel Angel León Casas. His doctoral research focused on historical construction systems of Granada's sugar industry. Research Interests: Martínez's work bridges industrial heritage conservation with contemporary sustainability challenges. Key areas include: Rehabilitation of abandoned infrastructures (e.g., 'El Caminito del Rey') for regional development Daylight optimization and grove impacts in urban environments BIM applications in heritage projects Historical analysis of ports, machinery, and construction materials Geometric and geotechnical adaptations in industrial buildings Publication Trends: His 15 most recent articles (2011-2024) reveal a consistent focus on sustainable reuse of historical infrastructures, methodological innovations in heritage documentation (BIM, catalogs), and environmental interactions in urban design. Earlier works emphasize Granada's industrial archaeology, while recent outputs expand into sustainable lighting and infrastructure revitalization.

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Gerardo Diego Robles ReinaldosView profile

Associate Professor

University of MurciaSpain

Gerardo Diego Robles Reinaldos is an Associate Professor at the University of Murcia's Faculty of Fine Arts, Department of Fine Arts. He specializes in Drawing and is affiliated with the 'Visualities and Temporalities of Contemporary Culture' research group. His academic background includes a doctoral thesis titled 'Proyecto Lambda-zeta un sistema de representación artístico-interactivo' (2003), supervised by Dr. Esteban Campuzano Moreno and Dr. Pedro Guerrero Ruiz. His research focuses on contemporary art practices, digital art, and art education. Key themes include temporality in art, expanded memory, interactive systems, and the intersection of film/video with installation art. He contributes to transdisciplinary methodologies in learning, particularly leveraging digital technologies and social networks for educational innovation. Robles Reinaldos has published extensively on topics like expanded cinema, grotesque aesthetics in teaching, and the role of new media in artistic creation. His work frequently explores the interplay between technology and artistic expression, including projects like the international 'El Ventanuco' initiative and the Zeus L ITE-2C laboratory for technological innovation against blindness. His academic contributions span over two decades, with notable publications from 2003 to 2024. He actively participates in research groups and has co-authored works on institutional critique, collaborative paradigms in art education, and material experimentation.

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Amparo Alepuz RostollView profile

Professor

Miguel Hernández University of ElcheSpain

Amparo Alepuz Rostoll is a Titular Professor at the Departamento de Arte, Universidad Miguel Hernández, where she teaches drawing and leads research in contemporary visual creation. Her work spans fictional environments, media intermediation, and symbolic potential, with exhibitions at institutions like the Instituto Superior de Arte in Havana and the Museo de la Universidad de Alicante (MUA). She collaborates with the research platform Mise en Plis and contributes to interdisciplinary projects involving illustration, video, and editorial design. Doctora en Bellas Artes, Universidad Miguel Hernández (1999) Suficiencia Investigadora, Universidad Politécnica de Valencia (1998) Licenciada en Bellas Artes, UPV (1988) Her research focuses on: Expanding multidisciplinary creations in fictional spaces Visual narratives and contemporary iconology Tools, supports, and digital platforms for artistic publication Memory, time, and identity in visual arts Amparo's publications and exhibitions reflect trends in interdisciplinary art, forensic psychology, and digital media integration. Notable collaborations include projects with Red Libro de Artista and the Polytechnic University of Valencia. She has contributed to academic journals and international conferences, blending artistic practice with theoretical discourse. Her artistic direction and teaching roles at the Facultad de Bellas Artes de Altea emphasize innovative approaches to drawing and visual matter. She has curated exhibitions like Secretos and participated in workshops on new exhibition concepts in Santo Domingo and Havana.

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Chiquinquirá CarbóView profile

Lecturer

International University of CataloniaSpain

Chiquinquirá Carbó is a Barcelona-based painter and drawing instructor at the International University of Catalonia (UIC Barcelona) and other educational institutions, leveraging degrees in Fine Arts, Psychology, and Film Direction to inform her multidisciplinary artistic practice. Her work spans painting, photography, film, and writing, with a focus on translating natural beauty into visual narratives. Her educational background includes a degree in Fine Arts, a degree in Psychology, and a Master's degree in Film Direction. This foundation enables her integration of psychological insight and cinematic techniques into artistic expression, emphasizing observational depth and emotional resonance. Carbó's artistic research centers on nature as both inspiration and teacher, meticulously analyzing light-shadow architecture, color nuances, and atmospheric contrasts. She employs diverse media including oil on canvas/wood/paper, watercolor, gouache, charcoal, graphite, and Chinese ink, while actively experimenting with digital techniques to expand traditional boundaries. Her photography captures cultural contrasts from travels across India, England, Italy, Portugal, Morocco, and the Netherlands, reflecting heightened perceptual awareness in new environments. As an educator, she emphasizes students' unique interpretive lenses—observing how identical subjects yield distinct stylistic and color-based interpretations—learning from their problem-solving approaches and completion methodologies. Her commissioned projects include live wedding paintings capturing celebratory essence and the 2023 'Nativitat' for UIC Barcelona's Christmas collection, inspired by Gospel scriptures, art history, and childhood nativity traditions.

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Laura Mesones CastoView profile

Professor

San Jorge UniversitySpain

Laura Mesones Casto is a Professor at the Faculty of Communication and Social Sciences, teaching advanced courses in 2D/3D design, character animation, and artistic representation. She is currently affiliated with the Digital Design and Creative Technologies degree program and conducts research within the Doctoral Program in Art, Education and Humanities at the University of Castilla la Mancha. She holds a Licentiate in Fine Arts from the University of Salamanca. Her research centers on the expanded drawing process and the phenomenology of artistic joy, examining drawing as a lifelong journey while bridging conceptual art, 3D visualization, and subliminal communication. She actively investigates heritage art through interdisciplinary lenses, particularly monastic artistic traditions and their contemporary reinterpretations. Her publication portfolio reveals consistent contributions to visual arts discourse, with emphasis on the psychological dimensions of 3D design, expanded drawing methodologies, and heritage interpretation. Recent works demonstrate evolving focus from technical fundamentals to experiential and contemplative aspects of artistic creation. Scientific recognition includes: First Painting Prize, La Boheme Art Center by Laveda, Lleida (2022) While her doctoral research supervision and grant activities aren't explicitly documented, her active conference participation and journal publications indicate ongoing scholarly engagement. No laboratory affiliations or team leadership roles are specified in available materials.

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