Ján Šicko

Assoc. Prof. Ján Šicko is an Associate Professor and Department Chairperson at the Department of Visual Communication at the Academy of Fine Arts and Design in Bratislava (VSVU). He leads the Multimedia Studio and Preparatory Course, focusing on interactive multimedia, digital art, and educational technology. His work bridges traditional art forms with digital innovation through installations, authorial software, and interactive design.

Research interests emphasize digital interactivity in art, including interactive scenography, multimedia authoring tools, and computational processes in creative practice. His projects like Hit Bonacic (2012) and Cyprian's Herbarium (2011) showcase interdisciplinary approaches to digital media.

Recent works (2003–2012) explore topics ranging from digital calligraphy to real-time interactive systems, reflecting a commitment to pushing boundaries in new media art education and practice.