Gareth Hudson

Gareth Hudson is a Senior Lecturer in the Moving Image at the University of Huddersfield, affiliated with the Department of Media, Humanities and the Arts within the School of Arts and Humanities. He is a member of the Centre for Cultural Ecologies in Art, Design and Architecture and the Centre for Experimental Practices (CXP).

His research explores intersections of human spirituality, affect, and exceptional experience through lens-based media, installations, and soundscapes. Key interests include the sublime in philosophy and practice, art-science collaborations, and non-traditional art venues. Supported by institutions like the Arts and Humanities Research Council and Arts Council England, his work has been exhibited globally across 20+ countries.

Research trends reveal a focus on

• Video Art and Experimental Film
• Emotional and Liminal Spaces
• Digital Culture and Cultural Exchange
• Autoethnographic Methodologies
• Ritualistic and Theological Themes

He actively mentors PhD students and engages in practice-based research, blending cinematic techniques with philosophical inquiry. His projects often incorporate EEG technology and interdisciplinary approaches, as seen in collaborations with institutions like the Institute of Digital Innovation.

Labs and teams include

• Centre for Cultural Ecologies in Art, Design and Architecture
• Centre for Experimental Practices (CXP)