Shane Ackerley is an artist and researcher born, raised, and currently based in Toronto (Tkaronto), Canada. He is interested in science and art as means of fostering human connection. Ongoing studies in physics & astronomy directly inform his creative practice, and a passion for communication has led him to work in education and graphic design. He is best known for his Untitled line drawings, but works across various mediums including printmaking, digital photography, and Python code. Ackerley earned a B. Sc. in Astrophysics with a Minor in Studio Art from the University of Western Ontario in 2024. He is now pursuing an M. Sc. in Earth and Space Science at York University, with a focus on the development of arts-based science outreach programs.