Christopher Fox

Christopher Fox serves as a Professor in the Department of Art and Design at Calvin University, specializing in graphic design, brand identity, and visual communication. His practice bridges academic instruction with active community engagement through exhibitions and collaborative projects in Grand Rapids' vibrant art scene.

Education:

• 2012: MFA in Visual Studies, University at Buffalo, State University of New York
• 2011: Artist in Residence, Central Academy of Fine Arts, Beijing, China
• 2001: BFA in Graphic Design, Grand Valley State University

Research Focus: Fox explores the tactile dimensions of design through printmaking and letterpress techniques, investigating how texture and typographic form inform visual communication. His work extends into installation and exhibition design, emphasizing community dialogue and the transformative potential of public art spaces. He cultivates a pedagogical approach centered on individualized student projects that merge technical skill with conceptual innovation.

Professional Practice: As a core member of the Not Design collective, Fox has curated 15+ exhibitions since 2009 including Calvin University's 2023 Typography Exhibition and ArtPrize installations like Fiber (2018). His collaborative projects—such as Challenge Privilege (2020) with poet Kyd Kane and Radio Station: Miami Folly II (2017) at Art Basel—demonstrate interdisciplinary engagement with social themes through performative typography and responsive letterpress.