Ryan Peter

Ryan Peter is a Lecturer at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago (SAIC), specializing in Painting and Drawing. He holds a BFA (2004) and MFA (2008) from the University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC. His teaching focuses on mixed media, paper-based practices, and historical/contemporary drawing techniques. Courses include Studio Drawing: Mixed Media Paper Painting and Studio Drawing: Multi-Level, emphasizing material exploration and individual creative voice.

Notable exhibitions include shows at The Green Gallery (Milwaukee), Susan Hobbs Gallery (Toronto), and the Vancouver Art Gallery. His work has been featured in publications such as Canadian Art Magazine and Momus. Peter’s artistic practice spans photograms, acrylic/spray paint installations, and site-specific installations, with titles like Totality Seekers (2024), Sculptor (2018), and Untitled (Autogram) series (2013–2015). His art often explores materiality, light, and interdisciplinary approaches to visual storytelling.

No formal scientific awards or grants are listed. He maintains an active exhibition schedule with works in both solo and group shows. No advising roles or labs are documented in the provided texts.