Fashion Design - Pima Community College

06/18/2026

Angel Garcia Velderrain is an emerging fashion designer at the beginning of their creative journey, driven by a deep passion for storytelling through art. Coming from a diverse cultural background, they draw inspiration from personal experiences, blending tradition with modern expression to create designs that feel both personal and universal.

As a second-year college student, Angel explores a wide range of artistic forms, including design, visual arts, and creative direction, continuously pushing to grow and experiment. Their work is both creative and chaotic, grounded in the belief that art is inherently imperfect, and that imperfection is what gives life, depth, and authenticity.

Angel aspires to make a meaningful impact in the fashion world, using their work to connect with people, challenge perspectives, and transform ideas into something powerful and lasting.

06/15/2026

Lilian Rubio is an international student born in Colombia. She earned a journalism degree in Social Communication in 2016 before moving to the U.S. in 2017, where she built a new life adapting to a different culture.

She's always had a passion for fashion. She is self-taught crochet and uses it for creative expression. Her work is rooted in her Columbian heritage, where artisan craftsmanship and handmade pieces hold cultural significance.

Her mini collection is inspired by the five Chinese Elements and features intricate crochet pieces that reflect many hours of labor and care. Through her work, she hopes to inspire others to enjoy life, love deeply, and appreciate the beauty in everyday moments. Make Love Vogue Everyday!

06/08/2026

Elizabeth Hernandez Ronquillo, a Mexican emerging designer, is the creative voice behind Menecia. Deeply inspired by her roots, Elizabeth celebrates, heritage, identity, and craftsmanship through fashion. With a passion for honoring tradition while embracing cultures, she designs pieces that blend elegance with storytelling. Menecia reflects her love for detail, artistry, and the beauty found in cultural connection - creating garments that feel both personal and universally expressive.

06/05/2026

Nicole Rodriguez, one if four daughters, developed an interest in fashion from a young age. At that age, she looked forward to doing things like, sewing outfits for her dolls and playing with all of her family's shoes and dolls. When she started at Pima Community College in 2023, she had no idea she would be pursuing her dream - fashion. Each piece in this collection symbolizes experimentation, intention, and self-expression; as an emerging designer, it marks the start of a creative journey based on everyday experiences and personal development.

06/01/2026

Berenice Kimura's creative journey is fueled by a lifelong love for sewing and embellishment, transforming raw materials into intricate hand-finished pieces. They are driven to expand their technical expertise and push boundaries of traditional silhouettes, creating work that is both structurally sound and visually compelling.

They are currently refining the direction of their career as a designer and tailor. With a strong foundation in pattern making and garment construction, they are working to define a clear focus that will guide the development of their future brand.

05/28/2026

Flâneur - a collection by Brock Arnold

A flânuer is someone who gets lost in small, simple, and romantic moments in life. A people watcher. A person who sees the beauty in interconnectivity and wants everyone around them to be the most beautiful version of themselves. A person who loves not just the beautiful parts of others, but also embraces and sees the strength in their flaws. With each look in Brock's collection, he hopes you can feel the romantic inspiration and the yearning for beauty in all things, from a simple pair of pants to an elegant gown.

All photos from the show are available on the Pima Arts page

05/22/2026

Some highlights from the 2026 "Elements of Fashion" Runway Show! What a night! We had so much talented showcased this year and we are already so excited for the next! The full album can be view on Pima Arts

05/20/2026