BIO:

Owen Planchart is a Venezuelan-born, London-based, creative technologist using the border between the digital and the analogue as his medium. In the past, his work ranged from interactive video-mapping to 3d-printed sculptures and robotised found objects. His current projects explore the cross-contamination of art forms such as puppetry, performance and light sculpture, which has been referred to as a kind of silicon-dadaism, using a unique style of multi-media collage to provoke layered readings on the subjects of transformation, synesthesia and control. His process involves using hi-tech components to extend the sensitivity and range of obsolete artefacts like gramophones and marionettes to create independent networks.

He has collaborated with performers in fields as divergent as sound-healing and burlesque shows and is fascinated by the power of the artist’s presence in work that is otherwise confined to screens and headsets.  He situates his practice at the intersection of art and technology and is constantly exploring ways to deliver a provocative response to the vapid, main-stream and spiritually bankrupt void found at the heart of our digital age.

C.V.

New Media Artist

Owen Planchart is a multimedia artist with a decade of experience creating immersive installations that blur the line between physical and digital realms. With a passion for exploring new mediums and techniques, he is constantly seeking to broaden his skill set and bring fresh perspectives to his work. His self-taught approach, solution-focused mindset, and tireless curiosity enable him to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. As a resourceful and confident team player, he thrives on collaborating with others to integrate various elements and create cohesive, impactful multimedia platforms. 

Art Residencies and Collaborations

2023 Thin Air. The Beams London. Collaboration with Casey Reas, Chandler Mc. Williams between UCLA and Goldsmiths.

2023 A-Side B-Side. Computational Art Show, Computing Department at Goldsmiths. 

2021-22 Soft Grid . Worked for Kave Studios as a Production Manager collaborating with the artist in China and developers in London.

2021 The Unbearable Lightness of Mixed Signals was Shortlisted for Emergency Exit Arts. London. Goldsmiths Computational Arts Final Degree Show 2021.

Professional Experience

Goldsmiths University 2021-2022

Teaching Assistant and Technician

  • Supporting the Master students of Computational Arts with their end of term and final projects.

  • Providing assistance in conceptual and fabrication techniques throughout the year, leading up to the graduation show.

  • Teaching assistant for the Form and Process module taught by the VFX artist Andy Lomas

  • Member of the motion capture team in the creative computing department.

Big Sip Studios Ltd. New York, London, Caracas. April 2016 – 2020

A multifaceted multimedia development and production company providing 360°digital services to creative clients in the Americas and the U.K.

Creative Director

  • Leads in-depth consultative process to determine and develop bespoke combinations of digital content and output to achieve creative goals.

  • Creates digital and physical environments combining soundscapes, projection mapping, virtual reality and ‘3D printing’.

  • Enables clients to operate digital content across multiple platforms including various 3D modeling software, presentation tools, game-engines or image generators.


www.wallbreakers.com . New York. Feb 2015-Jan 2016

Digital Production Company creating and co-ordinating complex programmes of digital production and content creation work for high profile brands. 

Digital Production Manager

  • Defined processes, created control structures and managed schedules, timelines and budgets for projects across multiple sites.

  • Led the creation of digital content across multiple platforms including CAD, animation and film editing.

Blue Barn Pictures Inc. New York. Oct 2013 – Jan 2015

A New Media content creation company providing constructive concepts that engage, inform, build brands and drive sales. Blue Barn works at the crossroads of the latest social media and traditional web delivery.

Multimedia Consultant

  • Worked with leading industry figure Matt Weckel on the production and editing of music videos, documentaries and diverse web content.

  • Involved in client pitches, writing, producing, budgeting, paper edit scripts, coordinating and video content creation.

Freelance. New York, Caracas. March 2009 – Oct 2013

Filming with time-lapse photography at various events from political marches to jungle expeditions, whilst traveling South America. 

Freelance Photographer & Videographer

  • Provided photographic and filming services in a wide variety of areas, including political rallies, jungle expeditions, portraiture, fashion, conceptual and commercial.

  • Work in 35mm and medium formats, color and black and white. Additionally perform videography for special projects.

  • Determine project requirements and arrange all proper equipment and supplies. Coordinate with videographers, directors, and other professionals where necessary.

  • Adjust modify and rework images using manual and digital applications.

Down the Hatch. New York. Feb 2007 – March 2009 

Events Manager

  • Organized and promoted events in one of the busiest bars in NY City.

  • Set up audio-visual displays and created content for events.

  • Interacted with artists, performers and DJs for client and ticketed events.

  • Generated and managed marketing materials and operations over a 12-month marketing period.

Skills and Competencies

Fluent in:

  • Coding/scripting environments: OpenFrameworks, Max MSP, Arduino, Unity, Raspberry Pi. 

  • Video/image editing software: Aftereffects, Photoshop, Gimp, Illustrator.

  • Video projection: Modul8, MadMapper, Touchdesigener.

  • Cad Design/modeling: Blender, Cura 3D Printing.

  • Music editing: Ableton, Serato, Traktor, Logic.

  • Consistently evolving with cutting edge technological and software developments.

Languages

  • English - Fluent

  • Spanish - Fluent

  • French - Semi-Fluent

Academic Qualifications

  • Masters in Computational Art at Goldsmiths University. Distinction.

  • La S.W.A.P Sixth Form College, London England. 1997-1999

  • Spanish, Philosophy, Mathematics. 

  • Hills Road College, Cambridge, England. 1996-1997

  • Chesterton Community College, Cambridge, England. 1991-1996

References available on request