Arts+Sciences will bring artists into the research process through an artist in residence program.

Art offers a pathway for CDCM to engage new audiences with the beauty, excitement, and impact of materials science and technologies. The artistic perspective not only communicates fundamental concepts in science to the public, it can also transform how scientists and engineers think about materials and stimulate new and creative approaches to CDCM research.

The artist residency enables artists to work with CDCM faculty to create contemporary art installations that demonstrate emerging science and technology, bringing fundamental concepts in science to the public in very tangible, engaging ways.

Our inaugural resident artist, Mr. Siebren Versteeg, created a dynamic video work incorporating themes related to materials, technology, and digital communication, now prominently on display at UT Austin. 

Our second, Ms. Virginia Lee Montgomery, completed her residency in 2024 with a mobile that is now on display in the Engineering Education and Research Building at UT Austin. 

Our 2025 Artist in Residence is Lisa B. Woods and her work is scheduled to be on display by early 2026.