Patrick Lichty is an internationally recognized technological artist, writer, and educator investigating how media shapes how humanity perceives reality. Lichty is known for his solo work, collaborations with his partner Negin Ehtesabian, and numerous international art collectives. He has an MFA in Computer Art from Bowling Green State University, is a Herb Alpert/Calarts Fellow, and is a recipient of the New Century/New Media award from the Smithsonian Museum of American Art. He is an Assistant Professor of Creative Digital Media in the Department of Mass Communication at Winona State University.