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This is the mission of ArtCenter College of Design, and for more than 80 years, the College has achieved an international reputation for preparing artists and designers to make a positive impact on their chosen fields and the world.

06/18/2025

From Bucky to Blueprint!

In the wake of a campus visit from legendary architect and futurist, Buckminster Fuller, ArtCenter students didn’t just take notes—they took action.

This archival gem from the 1970s captures a student building a geodesic dome, inspired by Fuller’s vision of sustainable, systems-based design.

📽️ Proof that bold ideas have always found a home at ArtCenter.

06/17/2025

📸 Panorama isn’t just a wide view—it’s a full picture of the creativity pulsing through ArtCenter.

From bold installations to deeply personal pieces, Panorama, our third annual staff art exhibition lit up ArtCenter's 870 building with imagination, heart, and humor. Big love to the artists who brought their whole selves to this show. You make ArtCenter what it is. 💡🎨

Special kudos to Jennifer Faist and all of Staff Council on a stellar show.

On view in the Hutto-Patterson Exhibition Hall through June 24—don’t miss it!

06/16/2025

In a moment when q***r voices are increasingly under pressure, it's vital to recognize the creative contributions and cultural impact of LGBTQ+ artists, past and present.

Opening Monday, June 16 at the Getty Museum, Q***r Lens: A History of Photography, curated by Paul Martineau, offers a compelling exploration of photography through q***r perspectives. We're proud to share that among the featured artists is ArtCenter alum Matthew Rolston, whose portrait of Jodie Foster marks his first work to be exhibited at the Getty.

Originally commissioned in 1991 for Andy Warhol’s Interview magazine to mark Foster’s directorial debut “Little Man Tate”, the image is one of 20 Rolston works acquired last year by Martineau for the museum’s permanent collection. It also featured in Hollywood Royale: Out of the School of Los Angeles, a retrospective of Rolston’s first decade of work.

Known for his cinematic style and conceptual approach, Rolston’s portraits from this period often layered Hollywood iconography with subtle commentary on identity and authorship. In this photograph, he drew inspiration from pioneering director Dorothy Arzner, the only woman directing studio features in Hollywood from 1927 to 1943, and the first woman admitted to the DGA. Rolston’s reference to Arzner pays quiet tribute to a lineage of q***r and female filmmakers, including Foster, who continue to lay the groundwork for generations to come.

We celebrate Matthew Rolston’s continued impact and this well-deserved recognition of his work within a broader, ongoing dialogue about q***r history in the arts.

Q***r Lens is on view at the Getty from June 17 to September 28, 2025.

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06/13/2025

“Here’s to the crazy ones…” 🧡

And here's to a few Quick Questions with Advertising legend Lee Clow—founding partner of Chiat/Day whose 30+ year partnership with Steve Jobs yielded the iconic 1984 ad introducing the Think Different campaign.

Clow visited ArtCenter for a special screening of "Here's to the Crazy Ones," the new documentary about his life and legacy and shared what it was like working with Steve Jobs and crafting the unforgettable “crazy ones” ad that changed advertising forever.

🎬 Hosted by Full Circle, ArtCenter’s community of alumni, parents and friends, the afternoon was a powerful reminder that creativity has the power to challenge the status quo.

06/12/2025

🚗💨 A Day in the Life with Transportation Design student Camila Cardona

For Camila, cars aren’t just a passion—they’re a lifestyle.

She starts her day behind the wheel of her lipstick-red Nissan and ends it racing model cars for a class final. In between? She’s deep in VR, sculpting sleek concept vehicles for a more dynamic future.

Whether it’s virtual prototyping or high-speed test laps, Camila brings the same energy to every curve—on screen, on track, and on campus.
🎮🏁✨

06/11/2025

⚾️ Big League Creativity Meets Pride Month! 🌈

Last week the Seattle Mariners knocked it out of the park with the launch of a Pride campaign that celebrates authenticity, inclusion, and community. And, as an MLB first, the one-of-a-kind "Pride Ball" will travel from Seattle to more MLB clubs across the country to be a part of Pride Nights throughout June!

The campaign was spearheaded by ArtCenter alum Keri Zierler (BFA Advertising), now Creative Director for the Mariners. From Pasadena to the Pacific Northwest, her award-winning creative journey has connected tech, sports, identity, and design in powerful ways.

🎥 Watch the full video: https://youtu.be/EhUaJoteimc?si=qB19fMWDoI3TROkB

06/10/2025

🌞 Summer Bazaar brought the sunshine—and the vibes. From taiko drumming and mahjong to crafts, henna, and student-run tables, last week’s outdoor celebration was full of music, color, and creative energy.

It was a moment to unwind, connect, and celebrate the many voices that make up our community. Events like this one, which was coordinated by our student government, offer a glimpse into the full ArtCenter experience—where inspiration sparks in unexpected places. 💛

Can you see yourself kicking back on the lawn of our gorgeous Hillside campus? Sign up for an info session or tour at our bio link.

06/09/2025

🎬 ArtCenter named one of the world’s top animation schools by The Hollywood Reporter 🎨

In its first-ever ranking of the most prestigious animation programs worldwide, The Hollywood Reporter included ArtCenter College of Design—a recognition of our trail-blazing faculty, unmatched legacy in visual storytelling and the global impact of our alumni.

From Disney legend Floyd Norman (Sleeping Beauty) to Marvel Studios’ Ryan Meinerding (VP of Visual Development), ArtCenter-trained artists are behind some of the most iconic moments in animation history.

And the next generation? They’re just getting started.

06/06/2025

ArtCenter Trained. Vuitton Hired. 🧳✂️

This week, students met with two alumni whose creative paths took an unexpected—and luxurious—turn.

Sean Ghobad and Tiffany Liu, now Artisans at Louis Vuitton, returned to campus yesterday to share how their ArtCenter education prepared them for a world of craftsmanship, innovation and precision.

From fine stitching to painting legacy pieces by hand, they reminded students that design doesn’t always end at the screen—it can begin with the materials in your hands.

✨ Access to alumni like Sean and Tiffany offers students real-world insight into how a design education can open doors in even the most exclusive ateliers.

06/04/2025

“What’s it really like to be an ArtCenter student? 👀

Get the inside scoop from Product Design major & campus tour guide Tejas Lokhande as he answers the most asked questions from future artists and designers—just like you. 🎨✏️💡

Whether you’ve been admitted (🎉) or are just starting to explore what ArtCenter is all about, join a campus tour this summer and find out!”

06/03/2025

This , we’re spotlighting recent grad and Student Leadership Award winner Ciara Hart and her campaign OUTLOUD—a fictional collaboration between Spotify and Dr. Martens celebrating q***r joy and visibility. 🎶🌈

“By creating a band whose members represent different LGBTQ+ flags, the campaign centers inclusion and celebrates diversity—something we need to do now more than ever.” — Ciara Hart

Throughout her time at ArtCenter, Ciara led with her values—building community, advocating for inclusivity, and using design to amplify voices that too often go unheard. Her work is a vibrant reminder that Pride isn’t just a moment—it’s a movement, lived and expressed every day.

Here’s to design with purpose. And to the artists who make space for others in what create.

05/29/2025

Big love from Fast Company! 💥

Our Printed Matter table was featured as one of 8 indie publishing gems to check out—and we’re honored to be in such stellar company. Design, creativity, community: this is what ArtCenter does best.

📖🧡 Read the full piece via

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Tuesday	8am - 10pm
Wednesday	8am - 10pm
Thursday	8am - 10pm
Friday	8am - 10pm
Saturday	8am - 10pm
Sunday	8am - 10pm

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