Alexandra Leonhart

Alexandra Leonhart is a Professor and Chair of Live Experience Design & Production at the Pennsylvania College of Art & Design (PCA&D), where she also serves as Director of Aesthetic Technologies. She began her journey at PCA&D in the IT Department before transitioning into academia, teaching Introduction to Sound Technology in 2017, and was promoted to her current role in 2021.

Her educational background includes a BFA in Photography from Longwood University and an MFA in Photographic & Electronic Media from the Maryland Institute College of Art.

Alexandra's research and artistic practice centers on the integration of technology and art, particularly in sound and visual technologies, electronic hardware design for artists, and 3D fabrication. She explores physical computing and artificial interpretations to create complex relationships between light, sound, and mechanical movement. Her work embodies an interdisciplinary approach at the intersection of art, design, and emerging technologies.

While no publications are listed in the provided text, her creative trajectory suggests strong engagement with interactive installations and new media art forms.

• BFA in Photography – Longwood University
• MFA in Photographic & Electronic Media – Maryland Institute College of Art

There are no mentioned scientific awards, grants, or student advisement details in the available information.

Alexandra leads initiatives in aesthetic technologies and live experience design, driving innovation in artistic technology applications at PCA&D. She lives in Lancaster with her partner and cat, and enjoys composing music and playing board games in her free time.