Joseph Medaglia is an artist, scholar, and educator exploring concepts of queer embodiment in relation to representation, popular culture, animals, and land-based ecologies. Joseph's creative practices include experimental video, costume, robotics/electronics, embroidery and textile practices such as natural dyes and felting. His work has been exhibited in film festivals and exhibitions throughout North America and the UK. Joseph is an Associate Professor in the School of Fashion at Ryerson University in Toronto, Canada.