Ralph Barker

Ralph Barker is an Associate Lecturer at Central Saint Martins (CSM) and a mentor in the creative industries, blending his expertise in lateral thinking and interdisciplinary approaches. He graduated from the MA Applied Imagination program at CSM in 2013, following a BA in Humanities.

• Current Roles: Creative Strategist at Bompas & Parr, mentor, and occasional supporter of the MA Applied Imagination Festival.
• Education: MA Applied Imagination (CSM, 2013), BA Humanities (unspecified institution).

Research Interests encompass creative industries, immersive theatre, and multidisciplinary collaboration. Barker emphasizes mindset over technical perfection, advocating for embracing failure as a growth tool and prioritizing authentic expression in creative projects.

Key Contributions include fostering connections between students and industry practices through mentorship, and applying CSM’s creative ethos to client-driven work at Bompas & Parr.