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Roger Clarke is a Senior Lecturer in Fine Art at Bath Spa University's Bath School of Art, Film and Media, with over twenty years of professional experience as both a practicing artist and educator. His career spans significant exhibitions across the UK and internationally, including venues such as the Henry Moore Institute in Leeds and the Venice Biennale.
His academic credentials include:
- BA(Hons) in Fine Art from the Slade School of Fine Art, University College London
- MA from London Metropolitan University
Clarke's research centers on scientific visualisation and computerised fabrication processes, exploring intersections between art and science through sculptures based on molecular structures transformed into anthropomorphic forms inspired by Japanese anime. His fascination with scientific models for representing invisible phenomena culminated in works like A View of a Non-visible World (2005), which utilized Mount St Helens eruption data. His practice frequently incorporates kinetic elements, as demonstrated by the Record Player Orchestra series, merging sound, movement, and visual aesthetics through innovative use of industrial materials and analog technologies.
Analysis of his 15 most recent exhibitions (2007-2021) reveals a consistent trajectory toward kinetic and sound-based sculptures, with increasing emphasis on public engagement and interdisciplinary collaboration. His work demonstrates technical evolution from geometric steel constructions to complex data-driven installations, maintaining a core focus on material transformation and viewer interaction while bridging traditional sculptural techniques with digital fabrication.
His principal recognition includes:
- Henry Moore Sculpture Fellowship (1991)
Clarke has held substantial external roles including External Examiner for Fine Art at De Montfort University (2007-2011) and advisory positions for degree validations at Thames Valley University, University of Chichester, and Central Saint Martins. His professional memberships encompass the Royal British Society of Sculptors and the National Association for Fine Art Education. His practice involves significant collaborations, as evidenced by co-curated exhibitions like DRIVE THRU and group shows engaging community contexts and public spaces.
