Jane Harris

Jane Harris is Director for Textile Futures Research Group and a Reader in Digital Textile Design Media at Central Saint Martins College of Art and Design. Jane develops 3D computer graphic (CG) animation visualisation and installation works within research and visual art contexts and is a writer, curator, convenor and consultant on research practice. 

Jane's research topics include: a revaluation of material and tacit knowledge in the context of evolving digital imaging and interactive technology; development of digital methods to research, new design and presentation paradigms in relation to 'future' fashion using digital and interactive media; 'crafting' computer graphics. Recent artwork involves enquiry into digital 'portrayal', 'identity' and 'self' using 3D body scanning and motion capture technology.

Her Ph.D study included enquiry into the value of material skills in aesthetically altering the potential of digital imaging media. Resulting 3D computer graphic (CG) animation work is informed by an earlier textile practice, which received the prestigious Art Foundation Award 1994. A recipient of a NESTA fellowship to run from 2006-09, Harris has received Innovation and Small awards from The Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) 2002 & 2001, The Arts Council of England (ACE) 2001, the Rootstein Hopkins Foundation Award 1998 and The Hi-Tech Award, The Arts Council and Channel 4 1996. As visiting lecturer, Harris has worked extensively in the UK and internationally; she has served as an advisor to the Scottish Arts Council, more recently to the Arts Council of England and the EPSRC/ AHRB and most recently the Welcome Trust.