UWTSD’s Swansea College of Art Hosts 'Residuum': An Academic Conference Exploring the Intersection of Art, Design, and Culture
The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) will host the ‘Residuum’ academic conference from July 17 to 21 at the Alex Design Centre in Swansea. This year’s conference, organised by the Swansea Professional Doctorate in Art and Design programme, promises to be an engaging and thought-provoking event, bringing together scholars, art, and design practitioners from around the world.
The ‘Residuum’ conference will span five days, providing a comprehensive platform for participants to delve into critical discussions and innovative ideas centred around the themes and practices that shaped the past, present and will determine our future. As a recognition of the global reach of the event, all panels will be conducted in both English and Mandarin, ensuring a diverse and inclusive environment for intellectual exchange.
Each day of the conference will revolve around a specific theme, curated to explore various facets of the art and design landscape. The themes include:
- Nostalgia: Lost Past or Lost Future
- Immersive Imaginations
- Understanding Heritage as a Symbol of the Future
- Communications in a Contemporary World
- Innovative Methodologies
- Defining Your Practice as Leading Change
- The Future of Chinese Creative Industries
These themes will serve as a springboard for interdisciplinary discussions, enabling participants to share their research, insights, and practices with a wider audience. By examining these topics through the lenses of art, design, and culture, the ‘Residuum’ conference seeks to foster meaningful collaborations and generate ground-breaking ideas that can shape the future of these fields.
The conference will take place at Alex Design Centre, which offers a stimulating environment for intellectual exploration and networking. To ensure accessibility to a global audience, the event will be streamed online, providing an inclusive opportunity for participation and knowledge dissemination.
Timi O’Neill, Programme Manager of the Professional Doctorate in Art and Design said: “Residuum is an exceptional platform that brings together scholars and practitioners to engage in creative dialogues, challenge existing paradigms, and explore new horizons within art and design practices. This year’s conference promises to be an enriching experience for all attendees, blending diverse perspectives and ideas from around the world.”
The ‘Residuum’ conference is expected to draw participants from academic institutions, research organisations, industry professionals, and creative enthusiasts. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with leading experts in their fields, gain insights from ground-breaking research, and contribute to the ongoing discourse on art, design, and culture.
Further Information
Rebecca Davies
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Email: rebecca.davies@uwtsd.ac.uk
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