Bryan Robertson

"Integrating AI in Foundational Art & Design Education" Workshop

Bryan Robertson will present a workshop at the FATE Conference at George Mason University, Fairfax, VA on April 14, 2025, focusing on the integration of artificial intelligence in foundational art and design education.

Appointed Dean of Visual and Performing Arts

In August 2024, Bryan Robertson was appointed Dean of Visual and Performing Arts at Yavapai College in Prescott, Arizona, after serving as Visual Art Department Chair from 2021-2024. In this new role, Robertson will oversee programs in visual arts, music, theater, dance, and film, continuing his commitment to innovative arts education and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Exhibition: Abstraction

In 2024, work was selected for the international juried exhibition "Abstraction" at Gallery Omnibus in Dresden, Germany. The online exhibition showcased contemporary approaches to abstraction from artists around the world, highlighting Robertson's continued exploration of form, color, and composition in his recent work.

Session Chair at CAA Conference

In February 2024, Bryan Robertson chaired the session "AI In the Studio Art Classroom" at the College Art Association Annual Conference in Chicago, continuing his exploration of AI's role in art education. The session featured presentations from leading educators and artists working at the intersection of artificial intelligence and studio art pedagogy.

Exhibition: Chromacosm: Our Universe in Color

In January 2024, work was selected for the national juried exhibition at Schack Art Center in Everett, WA, showcasing Robertson's continued exploration of color theory and perception. The exhibition featured artists from across the country whose work investigates the psychological and physiological effects of color in contemporary visual culture.

Publication: "Brave New World, New Media Art 2023"

In February 2023, featured in Kim Leejin's "Brave New World, New Media Art 2023," published by CICA Press in Gimpo, Korea. The publication highlights innovative approaches to new media art, including Robertson's work exploring the intersection of digital technology and traditional artistic practices.

Exhibition: Residual Sites

In 2023, work was featured in "Residual Sites" at James May Gallery in Milwaukee, WI. This online exhibition, curated by Kendra Bulgrin and presented on Artsy, explored themes of memory, place, and the traces left behind in contemporary artistic practice.

Publication: "Politics in Collage"

In July 2023, featured in G.E. Vogt's "Politics in Collage," published by Kolaj Institute and Kasini House in New Orleans, LA. The publication examines the intersection of political discourse and collage art, highlighting Robertson's innovative approaches to addressing social and political themes through mixed media work.

Publication: Creative Convergence

In September 2023, co-authored "Creative Convergence, The AI Renaissance in Art and Design," published by Springer Nature, exploring artificial intelligence's impact on contemporary art practices. The book examines how AI tools are reshaping creative processes across disciplines and includes case studies from Robertson's own studio practice and teaching methodologies.

Publication in Global Journal of Human and Social Sciences

In May 2023, Bryan Robertson and James Hutson published "Exploring the Educational Potential of AI Generative Art in 3D Design Fundamentals" in the Global Journal of Human and Social Sciences, Volume 23 Issue 2, Framingham MA, May 1.

Research Publication on AI in Drawing Education

In August 2023, "A Matter of Perspective: A Case Study in the Use of AI-Generative Art in the Drawing Classroom" was published in The International Journal of New Media, Technology and the Arts. This peer-reviewed article documents Robertson's innovative pedagogical approaches to integrating AI tools into traditional drawing curriculum, with quantitative and qualitative assessment of student outcomes.

Presentations at FATE Conference

In April 2023, delivered two presentations at the FATE Conference at Rocky Mountain College of Art and Design: "Synesthesia in the Foundations Classroom" and "Time and Space: E-Residencies Offer Flexible Opportunities." Both presentations were well-received by the foundation art education community and sparked ongoing collaborations with educators across the country.

Interview: NYC Phoenix Collective

In June 2022, featured in "June 2022 Artist Interview" by NYC Phoenix Collective in New York, NY. The interview explored Robertson's artistic practice, influences, and recent work, providing insights into his creative process and conceptual frameworks.

Presentation: "Cacophony" at SECAC Conference

In October 2022, presented "Cacophony" at the Studio Art > Cut, Paste, Stitch, and Seam: Exploring Contemporary Collage session during the SECAC Conference at Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore, MD. The presentation explored Robertson's innovative approaches to collage in his recent body of work, examining the intersection of digital and analog techniques.

Exhibition: STOP! Motion RE:moved

In August 2022, participated in "STOP! Motion RE:moved" at FOUND:RE Contemporary in Phoenix, AZ, a curated exhibition by Jordan Zurn that examined the intersection of still and moving images in contemporary art practice.

Lecture: "The Internet's Cacophonous Dialectic"

In June 2022, presented "The Internet's Cacophonous Dialectic" at the New Media Conference hosted by the Czong Institute for Contemporary Art (CICA Museum) in Seoul, South Korea. The lecture explored the relationship between internet culture, information overload, and contemporary artistic responses to digital cacophony.

Solo Exhibition: Cacophony

In June 2022, a solo exhibition was held at the prestigious Czong Institute for Contemporary Art (CICA Museum) in Seoul, South Korea, selected through international juried competition. The exhibition featured Robertson's multimedia work exploring the intersection of sound, color, and visual perception, including interactive installations that invited viewers to experience synesthetic relationships between sensory modalities.

Exhibition: The Elastic Mind

In April 2022, work was featured in the international juried exhibition "The Elastic Mind" at Broward College South Campus Art Gallery in Fort Lauderdale, FL. This exhibition, curated by Kohl King, explored contemporary approaches to cognitive flexibility and adaptive thinking in visual art.

Exhibition: Our Neighborhood

In January 2022, work was selected for the international juried exhibition "Our Neighborhood" at A.D. Gallery, University of North Carolina Pembroke. The exhibition, juried by Hartmut Austen, professor at Boston College, explored themes of community and place in contemporary art.

Featured in YC360: "Seven College Programs Making a Positive Impact"

In April 2021, highlighted in Michael Grady's article "Seven College Programs Making a Positive Impact on the Community" in YC360, Prescott, AZ. The article recognized Robertson's leadership in developing innovative art programs that engage with and benefit the local community.

Lecture: "Cacophony" at World of Co

In November 2021, delivered a lecture titled "Cacophony" via Instagram Live for World of Co in Sofia, Bulgaria. The presentation explored Robertson's artistic practice and research into sensory overload in contemporary digital culture, sharing insights from his residency experience and recent body of work.

Exhibition: MoCA L.I.ghts

In October 2021, invited to participate in the pop-up exhibition "MoCA L.I.ghts" at the Museum of Contemporary Art Long Island in Patchogue, NY. This innovative exhibition, organized by Wavelength Projects, featured light-based installations and projections.

Exhibition: Absolute Abstraction

In September 2021, work was featured in the national juried exhibition "Absolute Abstraction" at Studio Montclair in Montclair, NJ. The exhibition was juried by Onnie Strother, Nette Thomas, Bisa Washington, and Warren Murray, curators of Studio Montclair.

Exhibition: Pandemic Projections

In 2021, selected for the international juried exhibition "Pandemic Projections" at Gardenship Art hosted by Wavelength in Kearny, NJ. The exhibition, juried by Gianluca Bianchino and Jeanne Brasile, explored artistic responses to the global pandemic.

International Artist Residencies

In 2021, completed two international juried residencies: Politics in Collage Residency at Kolaj Institute in New Orleans and World of Co. Artist Residency in Sofia, Bulgaria. These immersive experiences allowed Robertson to develop new bodies of work responding to different cultural contexts and to collaborate with artists from diverse backgrounds, significantly influencing his subsequent creative practice.

Press: "Bryan Robertson: Body Politic" in Ladue News

In March 2019, featured in Bryan Hollerbach's article "Bryan Robertson: Body Politic" in Ladue News, St. Louis, MO. The article provided critical analysis of Robertson's solo exhibition, examining the intersection of physical embodiment and political identity in his mixed media works.

Urban Exhibition

In 2019, Bryan Robertson's work was featured in the "Urban" exhibition at St. Charles Community College (STCC), Cottleville, MO, curated by Brian D. Smith, professor at STCC.

Presentation: "Tempera Emulsions in Early Modern Italian Painting"

In October 2019, presented "Tempera Emulsions in Early Modern Italian Painting" at the Alternative Understandings of Works by Major Artists of the Italian Renaissance session during the SECAC Annual Conference in Chattanooga, TN. The presentation explored historical painting techniques and their relevance to contemporary practice.

Presentation: "Superpower" at New Media Caucus Symposium

In September 2019, presented "Superpower" at the Creative Cartographies session during the New Media Caucus Symposium at Penny W. Stamps School of Art, University of Michigan in Ann Arbor. The presentation examined the intersection of digital media, political power, and artistic resistance in contemporary practice.

Exhibition: State of the Union

In 2019, work was selected for the national juried exhibition "State of the Union" at Pool Arts Center, Drury University in Springfield, MO. The exhibition was juried by Jonathan Thomas, Manager of National and International Advancement at the John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts in Washington D.C.

Regional Arts Commission Grant

In 2019, awarded the Regional Arts Commission Artist Support Grant in St. Louis, MO, supporting Robertson's continued artistic development and exhibition work. The grant funded the creation of a new series exploring the relationship between digital and analog image-making processes, culminating in a solo exhibition at The Gallery at University City Library.

Presentation: "Egg Tempera, Modern Surfactants, and Painting the Mixed Technique"

In February 2019, presented "Egg Tempera, Modern Surfactants, and Painting the Mixed Technique with Water-Soluable Oils" at the Early Modern Craftsmanship and Contemporary Techniques session during the College Art Association Annual Conference in New York. The presentation shared Robertson's research into historical painting techniques adapted for contemporary materials.

Workshop: "How To Make Your Own Water Mixable Oil Paint"

In April 2019, led a hands-on workshop titled "How To Make Your Own Water Mixable Oil Paint" at the Foundations in Art: Theory and Education Biennial Conference (FATE) at Columbus College of Art and Design in Columbus, OH. The workshop provided participants with practical techniques for creating custom water-soluble oil paints for studio and classroom use.

Media Coverage: HEC-TV Feature on "Body Politic"

In December 2018, featured in Paul Langdon's "Bryan Robertson's Body Politic at The U City Public Library" on HEC-TV (Higher Education Channel) in St. Louis, MO. The television segment provided in-depth coverage of Robertson's solo exhibition, including interviews and analysis of key works.

Press: Featured in The Missouri Times

In November 2018, featured in Danielle Mae Franklin's article "U City Library Gallery to Feature local artist Bryan Robertson" in The Missouri Times, Clayton, MO. The article previewed Robertson's solo exhibition "Body Politic," highlighting key themes and works in the upcoming show.

Press: "Artful Considerations" in Ferguson Times

In November 2018, featured in Robin Shivley's "Artful Considerations" column in Ferguson Times, Ferguson, MO. The article provided critical analysis of Robertson's recent work and upcoming exhibition, situating it within the context of contemporary socio-political art practices.

Solo Exhibition: Body Politic

In 2018, presented a solo exhibition titled "Body Politic" at The Gallery at University City Library in St. Louis, MO. The exhibition, juried by Buzz Spector, professor at Washington University, explored themes of embodiment and political identity through mixed media works.

Open Source Exhibition at LACDA

In 2018, Bryan Robertson's work was featured in the "Open Source" exhibition at Los Angeles Center for Digital Art (LACDA), Los Angeles, CA, by invitation from Rex Bruce, Director of LACDA.

The Hidden at Confluence Gallery

In 2018, Bryan Robertson participated in "The Hidden," a national juried exhibition at Confluence Gallery and Art Center in Twisp, WA.

People's Choice Salon Show

In 2018, Bryan Robertson's work was selected for the "People's Choice Salon Show," a juried exhibition at Greenpoint Gallery in New York, NY.

Internet and Surrealist Dialectic Lecture

Lecture: "The Internet and the Surrealist Dialectic"

In December 2018, delivered a public lecture titled "The Internet and the Surrealist Dialectic" at University City Library in University City, MO. The presentation explored connections between surrealist artistic strategies and contemporary internet culture, examining how digital collage and juxtaposition relate to historical avant-garde practices.

Publication: 3Elements Literary Review

In April 2018, work was featured in "The Switch," 3Elements Literary Review, no. 18 Spring 2018, Chicago, IL. This interdisciplinary publication showcases visual art alongside literary works, highlighting the dialogue between different creative forms and approaches.

Press: "Art & Soul: Bryan Robertson" in Ladue News

In March 2018, featured in Bryan Hollerbach's article "Art & Soul: Bryan Robertson" in Ladue News, St. Louis, MO. The profile piece explored Robertson's artistic practice, influences, and recent exhibitions, providing readers with insights into his creative process and conceptual frameworks.

Press: "Superpower & Altar of Commerce" in All the Art

In March 2018, featured in Yael Evan's article "Superpower & Altar of Commerce" in All the Art (the Visual Arts Quarterly of St. Louis). The critical review examined the conceptual and formal aspects of Robertson's dual exhibitions, analyzing their engagement with themes of power, commerce, and contemporary visual culture.

Poster Session: "Superpower: A Transnational Government with a Totalizing Vision"

In February 2018, presented "Superpower: A Transnational Government with a Totalizing Vision" at the Poster Session of the College Art Association Annual Conference in Los Angeles. The presentation visualized Robertson's research into the relationship between political power, visual culture, and artistic resistance in contemporary society.

Solo Exhibition: The Altar of Commerce

In 2017, solo exhibition "The Altar of Commerce" was held at The Cathy Gregory Gallery in St. Louis, MO, curated by Gregory Gobberdiel, Executive Director of Shaw Art Fair. The exhibition examined consumerism and commodity fetishism through installation and mixed media works.

Solo Exhibition: Superpower

In 2017, presented the solo exhibition "Superpower" at The Parish Gallery in St. Louis, MO. This national juried exhibition was selected by Jill McGuire, former Executive Director of RAC St. Louis; Ben Kiel, instructor at Washington University; and Jordan McGirk, artist.

Exhibition: Light and Shadow

In 2017, work was featured in the national juried exhibition "Light and Shadow" at Kemper Center for the Arts, William Woods University in Fulton, MO. The exhibition was juried by Thom Whalen, professor at Lincoln Land Community College.

Exhibition: Luck of the Draw

In 2017, selected for the national juried exhibition "Luck of the Draw" at The Foundry Art Centre in St. Charles, MO. The exhibition was juried by Grant Hargate, professor at Lindenwood University.

Parnassus Graduating with Excellence Award

In 2016, received the prestigious Parnassus Graduating with Excellence Award from the University of Washington in Seattle, WA. This competitive award recognizes outstanding achievement and artistic excellence among graduating art students, highlighting Robertson's exceptional contributions to the university's visual arts program.