Bio Jay Hardin is a multimedia artist and educator. His work is process-driven and utilizes a variety of techniques for creating abstract rhythmic forms and sounds. Hardin works in oils, charcoal, and digital media. The rhythmic and organic nature of his work reflects his interest in the natural world, the unseen forces that reside within it, and his personal exploration of the healing effects of movement and sound. Hardin received his Masters in Fine Arts in drawing from Arizona State University. He lives and works in Phoenix, Arizona, and teaches at Phoenix College and the Art Institute of Phoenix. Previously, Hardin worked as the Program Coordinator of art and dance at the Herberger Community School and as Program Manager for the mediated learning project, SMALLab, within the Arts, Media, and Engineering Program at Arizona State University. Hardin has exhibited his work at a variety of galleries throughout Arizona. In addition, his work is included in several corporate and private collections throughout the country. New projects in the works for 2012: mixed media project with Denis Gillingwater (digital photos and drawings). Sound and video projects with Tony Obr and Chris Todd.