Washington, DC // Practicing since 1993

John Borstel is a maker, writer, and facilitator of experiences in critique and learning whose award-winning artistic work combines photography, performance, and text. On the administrative staff of Liz Lerman Dance Exchange from 1993 to 2015, he coordinated numerous projects in documentation, communication, and evaluation, reflecting the stage and community work of this innovative performance company. Co-author and illustrator of Liz Lerman’s Critical Response Process (2003) and an upcoming sequel, John has traveled widely to teach and facilitate this unique feedback system. As Project Advisor and Director of CRP Certification for Liz Lerman LLC, he continues to collaborate with Lerman on online, education, and writing projects. John holds a BA in English from Georgetown University and an MFA in interdisciplinary arts from Goddard College. He has particular interest in how CRP and its components function in relation to learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and nurturing creative capacity.