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Chris Draper is a Senior Lecturer at the Cambridge School of Art, Anglia Ruskin University, where he leads the BA (Hons) Illustration course. With over 20 years of freelance practice and higher education involvement, his work spans editorial, book publishing, and advertising for clients like New Scientist, Random House, and Patek Phillipe. His research explores editorial illustration, collage/assemblage, experimental photographic processes, and taxonomy.
Education:
- BA (Hons) Graphic Design – Specialism Illustration, Central Saint Martins
- MA Illustration, Royal College of Art
Research Interests:
- Collage and mixed media techniques
- Experimental photographic processes
- Book art and publishing design
- Editorial illustration trends
Publications: His work appears in journals like New Scientist and magazines such as GQ, alongside book covers for Random House and Bloomsbury. Recent projects include covers for Ian Stewart's academic books and Darwin-themed publications.
Advising & Grants: While no formal grants are noted, his practice-led teaching integrates professional experience with academic rigor. He mentors students through his course leadership role.
