Catherine Weir

Catherine Weir is a Lecturer at The Glasgow School of Art, specializing in the intersection of digital photography and artificial intelligence. Her work explores how algorithmic processes challenge traditional photographic practices.

• Institution: The Glasgow School of Art
• Role: Lecturer
• Research Focus: AI in creative practice, data visualization, and urban air quality

Her research critically examines the integration of digital photography with computational technologies, including the ethical implications of AI in art. She has presented at major conferences such as the Photography in Virtual Culture International Conference and SPARK Festival.

Recent publications and exhibitions, including Frankenstein's Camera (2025) and 'Breathing Cities: Art, Air, and Architecture' (2024), highlight her focus on environmental data and AI-driven artistic practices. Collaborations with researchers like Polina Zioga demonstrate her interdisciplinary approach.

Weir has participated in events such as the RGU AI Week and developed frameworks like ChatTKT for AI engagement in education. Her work spans creative coding, digital art, and the philosophical dimensions of post-photographic practices.