Paul Laidler

Paul Laidler is a Senior Lecturer in Illustration at UWE Bristol's Faculty of Arts, Creative Industries, and Education (ACE). His research examines the intersection of human creativity and technological innovation, particularly in post-digital practices.

• Co-founder of CFPR Editions, a fine art print publishing studio exploring technological mediation in artistic production
• Conducted doctoral research on the role of Master Printers in the digital age
• Secured REACT grants to investigate digital-physical collaboration in printmaking
• Currently exploring human-AI collaboration through a 2023-25 Research Investment Scheme project

His work bridges art/design practices and Poetic Design principles, challenging disciplinary boundaries through narrative and performative methods. He has contributed to international discourse as Associate Editor of Intellect's Drawing Research Theory Practice journal and as external examiner for programs like Nanyang Academy of Fine Arts.