Alexander Stockdale

My career follows an interdisciplinary path—one that weaves together digital innovation, traditional media, and creative collaboration. With a foundation in computer science and a B.A. in Interactive Arts and Media from Columbia College Chicago (2015), I’ve cultivated a dynamic practice in web design and development. Over time, I’ve expanded my toolkit through Illinois BIS’s Leadership Development for Manufacturers (2018) and Sandler’s Sales Foundations (2020), sharpening my communication, project management, and skills in Agile/Lean methodologies.

Whether designing interactive experiences or managing complex digital projects, I translate ideas into thoughtful, impactful solutions. I’ve had the opportunity to collaborate across diverse industries with organizations such as the Forest Preserves of Cook County, The Sick Muse, Hydro, Inc., Cognizant, Clovis, Inc., The Lyric Exchange, and Century 21 S.G.R.

Rooted in a lifelong passion for sketching, my art celebrates the vibrant beauty of the natural world. I craft landscapes and intricate flora and fauna studies using ink on high-quality cradled wood panels. This unique method allows pigments to flow and build rich, layered colors, while the wood's inherent grain becomes an integral element of texture, depth, and design, echoing nature's organic patterns.

My artistic vision is profoundly shaped by travel—from Yosemite's peaks and Caribbean rainforests to the deserts of the American Southwest and Arabian sands; from national forests and Mexican cenotes to the historic cities of Europe. Each journey enriches my palette and inspires my work. Through my art, I aim to invite viewers to pause, reconnect with the environment, and foster a deeper appreciation for our natural world.

Recent exhibitions include Harvest Market Pop-Up (OPAL, 2024) and EXPO + OPAL Members Show (OPAL, 2025).

I also explore sonic landscapes under the alias alixplox. My solo releases—Cosmic Cruise (2022), Hadal Rain (2022), and Offworlds (2021)—blend ambient textures and experimental soundscapes. As a co-writer, producer, and performer in the band Circus in the Sea, I’ve contributed to albums such as Holly the Spectre (2018) and Incognito (2015).

Collaboration has always been at the heart of my creative process. I’ve been fortunate to work with a wide range of artists and collaborators, including Axel “The Creature” Schulze, Charlie Veirbeiren, Tia Kristia, Amy Casey, David Jaffe, Edgar Decay, Kyle Mattimore, and Teza Belmond.

Whether through code, canvas, or sound, I strive to forge connections, spark curiosity, and inspire discovery. I welcome inquiries for commissions, exhibitions, or collaborative projects—and I’m always open to exploring new creative terrain.