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Shane Waltener is a Senior Lecturer in Product and Furniture Design at Chelsea College of Arts, University of the Arts London. His work explores craft traditions, ecology, and material reuse, often involving participatory processes to engage audiences in cultural and social exchanges. He has exhibited globally and co-authored Practical Basketry Techniques (2012) with Stella Harding. Current affiliations include membership in the Ambient Jam Collective and Common Agency Projects, where he merges dance improvisation with material practices. He is also an Associate Artist with Entelechy Arts and a resident artist at Stave Hill Ecological Park.
- Education: Not explicitly stated in provided texts.
Research focuses on the intersection of craft, ecology, and performance, using materials like recycled plastics, willow, and textiles. Projects such as Unearthing (2017) and Score for the Atlantic Wall (2016) exemplify his engagement with environmental themes and collaborative creation. Works often challenge traditional craft methods through site-responsive installations and participatory workshops.
Notable collaborations include projects with dance artist Laura Glaser under Common Agency Projects, exploring choreographed making through improvisation and environmental scores. His Ready Steady Sculpt series (2008) and Practical Basketry Techniques projects demonstrate experimentation with everyday materials and community engagement.
Labs/Teams: Active in Ambient Jam Collective (multimedia dance improvisation) and Common Agency Projects (site-specific performance).
