Public Lecture: Peter McLeish | The College of Fine Arts
When:
Tue, 12 Aug, '08
Where: COFA UNSW
Canadian multi-media artist Peter McLeish will discuss the intersection of art and science in his
collaborative project based on Red Sprites. Red Sprites are upper atmospheric optical phenomenon
associated with thunderstorms that have only recently been documented using low level television.
McLeish will also discuss his current research project, titled Polaris Terrarum, which traces atmospheric disturbances
caused by global warming.
McLeish exhibits internationally and has been awarded numerous grants by the Canadian and/or
Quebec Governments. Since 2001, he has been working on his Red Sprites project with American
scientist Walter A. Lyons. This collaboration eventually led to Lyons receiving a National Science
Foundation grant which facilitated the creation of a DVD titled The Hundred Year Hunt for Red Sprites.
When: Tuesday 12 August, 6:30pm.
Where: Main Lecture Theatre (EG02)
FREE