Leighton McDonald, also known as LateFX, is a visionary concept and spatial designer based in New York City. With a foundation in industrial design thinking and avant-garde fashion, Leighton explores new dimensions of digital and physical expression through groundbreaking work in 3D printing and Augmented/Spatial Reality. Internationally acclaimed for his award-winning Blacksoul Gallery and collaborations with META, SNAP, and NETFLIX, Leighton is also deeply committed to education and mentorship, recently serving as a contractor for CFDA and Best Buy Teen Tech Centers. There, he teaches kids about sustainability, using 3D printing as a substitute for leather, showcasing his passion for empowering the next generation with creative skills and innovative thinking.