Kris Waid-Jones

Kris Waid-Jones serves as Assistant Professor of Art within the Department of Art, College of Arts & Humanities at Arkansas Tech University. Their academic practice centers on sculptural creation with specialized expertise in steel fabrication, foundry techniques, and mixed media approaches.

Education:

• BA from Whitworth University
• MFA from Arizona State University - Herberger Institute for Design and the Arts

Research and creative work focuses on material innovation in three-dimensional design, particularly through metalworking processes including steel fabrication and lost wax casting. Professor Waid-Jones' pedagogy emphasizes hands-on technical skill development integrated with conceptual exploration in sculpture. Their course sequence systematically develops student capabilities from introductory three-dimensional design through advanced studio practice and specialized foundry work.

Teaching responsibilities include foundational courses like Three-Dimension Design (ART 2413) and Introduction to Sculpture (ART 3073), progressing to advanced studios (ART 3703/3713) and specialized foundry instruction (ART 4993). The Sophomore Review (ART 3001) provides critical assessment for developing artists. Studio facilities in Normal Hall support both coursework and creative research in sculpture and metal casting processes.