Ashley Pigford
Associate Professor
Joint Appointment with Art and Design
Biography
Ashley's background is in graphic design and semiotics and for the last decade his practice-based, creative research has focused on relationships between people and technology through tangible interaction design. His work involves the creation of electro-mechanical solutions and experiences ranging from assistive devices for people with specific disabilities to more experimental objects, installations and collaborations. He operates his studio, Design is good for you, as a philanthropic creative research laboratory and lectures widely about his pedagogy and other creative pursuits. More information at www.designisgoodforyou.com.
Degrees:
MFA, Rhode Island School of Design
BS, University of Delaware
Courses Regularly Taught:
Artist's Machine
Design Studio
Experimental Typography
Honors and Awards:
2017 Horn Entrepreneurship Fellows Grant
2014 Project Grant, Center for Creativity, Craft and Design
2010 Established Artist Fellowship, State of Delaware Division of the Arts
Research Interests:
Wearable Technology
Tangible Interaction Design
Assistive Technologies
Typography
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