Russell Chartier + Paul j. Bothelho | Confined
Bio
Russell J. Chartier
Russell J. Chartier attended the College of Santa Fe. Since that time he has spent many years working
in Broadcast Television working for various networks including A&E, The History Channel, YES
Network and several others. His work in the Video Art Medium explores multiple layers and focuses
heavily on texture and color. Many of the images in his works are distorted and manipulated in various
unorthodox in an attempt to create a visual depth where recognizable images will appear within the
collage of manipulated images and textures.
Paul J. Botelho
The work of composer Paul J. Botelho focuses on the interaction between live and computer
performance. His compositions include many varied works that utilize extended techniques, alternate
tuning systems, as well as the interaction of new and old mediums. He performs as a vocalist, guitarist,
and pianist, often in improvisatory situations. Botelho has composed and performed a series of one-act
operas that incorporate live acoustic instruments and electronic components. These works encompass
all of his varied disciplines and represent the breadth of his work. He received his Ph.D. in Music
Composition from Princeton University, M.A. in Electro-Acoustic Music from Dartmouth College, and
B.F.A in Contemporary Music Composition and Performance from the College of Santa Fe. He
currently is Assistant Professor of Music Technology at Loyola University New Orleans.