Christian Petersen

Christian Petersen is a Lecturer at Norwich University of the Arts, specializing in the BA (Hons) Illustration course. His work bridges graphic novel storytelling with ecological and environmental themes, emphasizing how visual communication can reshape societal perspectives on climate futures. He collaborates with institutions like the Copenhagen Institute for Futures Studies and the climate advocacy magazine It’s Freezing in LA! to engage students in addressing environmental challenges through visual storytelling.

• Education: Studying toward a doctoral degree at Norwich University of the Arts.

Research interests include practice-based methods, ethnographic approaches, critical design, and design prototyping. These focus on adapting visual communication practices to tackle social and environmental issues.

Notable awards include the Karen Blixen Award and recognition as a European Design Award finalist for his graphic novels. His teaching integrates live projects that explore climate futures, encouraging students to reflect on contemporary illustration practices’ roles in societal discourse.

Petersen’s collaborations emphasize interdisciplinary approaches, blending academic research with real-world advocacy. His doctoral studies further solidify his commitment to advancing design’s role in addressing urgent global challenges.