Kai Blatt

Majored in Art Studio, Biology
Wesleyan University, Class of 2017
From Los Angeles, CA

I am an artist, designer, and interdisciplinary collaborator working at the intersection of art, architecture, and environmental intervention. Im passionate about using design for social and environmental impact, and my education in art and biology has helped me fuse creativity and rigor into an integrated, experimental mindset for approaching new challenges. In my recent role at Metabolic Studio, I applied my skills to an unprecedented intervention in the Los Angeles River, working toward reclaiming wastewater, connecting communities, and restoring historic ecologies. Some of my work can be seen at www.kaiblatt.com

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Education

Wesleyan University
University of Washington
Marlborough School

Kai in the News

Kai Blatt Graduates from Wesleyan University

On May 28, 2017, Kai Blatt graduated from Wesleyan University with a BA degree in Art Studio and Biology. She received Honors in Art Studio.

May, 31 2017 - Wesleyan University

Achievements Added by Kai

Kai Blatt was recognized for a research project/grant

I received the Bernard J. Zawisa '49 Endowed Studio Art Award, a grant awarded to two rising seniors to fund a summer learning or research experience in preparation for their theses in Studio Art. I spent part of my summer using photography to document urban development in Los Angeles in preparation for my thesis in painting.

Spring 2016 - Added by Kai

Kai Blatt was recognized for earning a scholarship

Doris Duke Conservation Scholarship

Summer 2015 - Summer 2016 - Added by Kai

Kai Blatt was recognized for earning a spot on the Dean's List

Fall 2014 - Spring 2017 - Added by Kai

Activities

Second Stage

As set designer for the Fall 2016 production of Wieland: A Musical, I worked with my co-designer to transform a 19th century living room into the setting for a surreal American Gothic comedy.

Fall 2016 - Wesleyan University

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Study Abroad

Studied abroad in Copenhagen, Denmark, August - December 2015. Lived with a host family and studied architecture, Danish, immunology, and integrated sustainability.

Fall 2015 - Wesleyan University

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Doris Duke Conservation Scholar

Fully funded two-year summer program to learn methods of environmental conservation and justice. Developed and presented a research project on perceptions of green space and urban density in the greater Seattle area.

Summer 2015 - Summer 2016 - University of Washington

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Work Experience

Model Maker at Bernard Tschumi Architects

Creates iterative study models to aid in the design of an academic science center in Europe, working closely with the design team and principal.

January 2020 - Present

Architectural Assistant at Metabolic Studio

Created models and drawings to facilitate the design of Bending the River Back Into the City, an infrastructural artwork reconnecting communities with the historic ecology and resource of the Los Angeles River. Aided in the design of a site-specific installation for a Venice Biennale Arte 2019 Collateral Event.

April 2018 - January 2020

Lead Pastry Assistant at Bon Vivant Market & Café

Produced a wide variety of pastry on tight timelines. Oversaw kitchen staff, production, and delivery for three weeks.

August 2017 - February 2018

Doris Duke Intern at Forterra

Part of a four-person team that authored a magazine editorial and produced 14 video interviews on livability in Puget Sound.

June 2016 - August 2016

Videographer/Editor at Wesleyan University Web and Video Services

Directed a three-person team to produce a series of short videos featuring members of the Wesleyan community.

January 2016 - May 2016

Wood Shop Monitor at Wesleyan University Center for the Arts

Supervised and assisted students with the use of power tools and a laser cutter.

January 2016 - May 2017

Junior Designer at Fung + Blatt Architects

Drafted architectural plans, construction details, and three-dimensional digital models in Vectorworks. Created presentations for architecture competitions. Constructed study and presentation models.

June 2011 - August 2015

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