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Gary Markle is an Associate Professor at NSCAD University's Division of Craft, Textiles. He holds an MFA (1995) and BFA (1988) from NSCAD University and Parsons School of Design, respectively. His research focuses on practice-led design research and textile art, currently pursuing doctoral studies at Aalto University. He has received significant grants, including the Canada Council Research and Creation Grant (2018) and SSHRC Partnership Engage Grant (2018).
- Education:
- MFA, NSCAD University, Halifax, Canada (1995)
- BFA, Parsons School of Design, New York, USA (1988)
Markle's creative practice explores themes of cultural heritage, sustainability, and textile narratives. Exhibitions include international shows at HISK (Belgium), Narva Art Residency (Estonia), and MSVU Art Gallery (Canada). His publications address topics like slow fashion and community engagement through art.
Grants highlight his interdisciplinary work: the 2020 Nova Scotia Health Research Coalition supported pandemic-related projects, while 2018 grants enabled international collaborations and arts outreach. Current research integrates design practice with academic inquiry at Aalto University.
Labs/Teams: Collaborates with NSCAD University's research programs and international residency initiatives.
