Kirsten Haydon

About

Through her research, Dr Haydon investigates new and innovative ways of depicting and communicating the experience of Antarctica through the making and locating of objects. This research has provided new knowledge in the areas of enamelling and installation for object-based practice. Through this research, she has explored new material possibilities using traditional vitreous enamels in combination with new technologies and industrial materials. In 2004, Kirsten travelled as a New Zealand Antarctic Arts Fellow to Antarctica for her doctoral research project, Antarctic landscapes in the souvenir and jewellery, was completed in 2009. As a senior lecturer, Kirsten's role is teaching and research in the School of Art, particularly within the area of enamelling, jewellery and object making. Kir