program description

Embracing the hybrid moving image by combining digital technology, fine art practices, and critical theory.

Boundary Crossings

PNCA’s biennial Boundary Crossings is a two-week intensive institute open to working professionals, scholar/practitioners, and graduate and upper-level undergraduate students interested in a hands-on exploration of animation as a medium and a site for investigation of moving image interdisciplinary practice. The Institute’s guest faculty is comprised of internationally renowned teachers, scholars, and practitioners. Participants of past Institutes have come to Portland from around the world to engage and push their practice beyond the frame. Boundary Crossings culminates with a public showcase of work created over the two weeks.

A piece of paper with a cartoon human drawn on it holding a real life pencil
2019 Boundary Crossing
A sculpture of a man with a beard with geometric images projected on top of it and a sign below saying 'Vegan and Nut Free'
2019 Boundary Crossing
A photo of a gate that sais Pod 5 and an adult and a child talking projected behind the gate like a shadow
2019 Boundary Crossing
A bunch of cut outs of famous artwork stacked in rows to form a two layer cake shape
2019 Boundary Crossing
A mini circular put surrounded by paper chairs and paper people sitting in them
2019 Boundary Crossing
Exhibition featuring paper on the floor and a chain leading up to a large circle with green and yellow patterns
2019 Boundary Crossing
A basket with a bunny and flowers, lit up with fairy lights
2017 Pnca Boundary Crossing
Red illustration with two people using strong lines and shapes
2017 Pnca Boundary Crossing
Black and white artwork featuring circles and patterns
2019 Boundary Crossing
An individual listening to a sound projected alongside an image on a small tv
2017 Pnca Boundary Crossing
Three people looking at artwork featuring organic lines
2017 Pnca Boundary Crossing
A head sculpture and behind is an image of a faceless child in an oval
2017 Pnca Boundary Crossing

Mentorship in Animation

Unique Opportunities

Boundary Crossings provides participants with an opportunity to work closely with internationally recognized artists and scholars. Using a co-teaching model, Institute Director, Rose Bond, has teamed with an impressive list of animator/media artists and intellectuals.

Learn more

For inquiries and questions about program participation, becoming a program mentor, or working with Boundary Crossings in any way, please get in touch with the program's director, Rose Bond.

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