14 Hours is a series of experimental paintings that use plexiglass as a surface to capture the ephemerals of experiences. These are hanging on the wall to form a group of overlapping planes that are in parts transparent, translucent, and opaque. The viewer looks at—and through—the paintings, which display shifting surfaces, colors, and textures reflecting light and time.

BFA in Animation

Sua Kim 2024
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Sua Kim is a Fine Artist whose creative practice is inspired by her lived experiences. As a painter, she uses color to create the expressive visual language she blends with abstract forms to capture the essence of her journey living in Los Angeles as an international student. Born in 2000 in South Korea, Sua Kim grew up in Gyeonggi-do and has been living in Los Angeles since 2021 where she studies Fine Arts Painting at Otis College of Art and Design.

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Let’s have a talk 2023 Wood button, Oil paints on cardboard and art panel 24”x24”

BFA in Animation

Troi Boyer 2024
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Troi Boyer is a motion graphics designer based in Los Angeles, CA with a strong interest in character design and experiential projects. Her work combines illustration and storytelling to convey vibrant, eccentric stories through visual media.

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BFA in Game and Entertainment Design

Our BFA in Game and Entertainment program provides education in industry-standard pipelines for creating visual representations of characters, environments, and props for games and films

Joy Martinez De La Rosa 2024
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I’m Joy, a Mexican-American visual development artist and illustrator based in Los Angeles. I have worked on 2 games in partnership with USC iterating environment and prop designs, as well as working on key frames and color keys. My greatest strengths are being able to communicate efficiently, iterate concepts effectively, and being able to illustrate in a multitude of styles.

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Laurel's bedroom design. — Laurel's bedroom

Gif of Gilroy the garlic man falling from the sky, bounces and is embarrassed to be in his underwear. GIF loops.

BFA in Illustration

Our Illustration program explores personal style cultivation in multiple contexts for the image-making and communication needs of a variety of industries

Christina McAdams 2024
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Hi! My name is Christina/Tina and I am an illustrator, concept designer and fan of silly things. I utilize a range of mixed medias such as digital art, sculpting and 3D-printing. I have heavy interest in mascot and toy design.

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An image of the Gilroy GIF, with every frame.

6 figure sculpts of Gilroy, and 1 sculpt of his girlfriend, Duri.

Pinup illustration of Burger Babe laying on her back on top of a big burger. Text above says, “You’re the only bun for me.” Text below says ‘“xoxo BB (stands for Burger Babe)

Illustration of Burger Babe with her turned away from the viewer, alone in a room, with nothing but a camera pointed at her.

Keychains of characters from my comic “Pixelchat”

A hypothetical farewell concert poster featuring K.K. Slider from Animal Crossing.

BFA in Fashion Design

Our BFA in Fashion Design program offers a structured curriculum led by hands-on professional mentors embracing technology and innovation in fashion design

Shirley Shi 2024
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Hi, this is Shirley Shi, I graduated from Otis College of Art and Design in May 2023 as a fashion designer and pattern maker. I thrive in environments where innovation and experimentation are encouraged and I love to explore new concepts. My diverse background has served me well in cultivating fashion design. I am dependable and creative with a strong work ethic and an artistic eye, but also bring a fun-loving and enthusiastic attitude.

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a concept for a mural panel. A yellow paper plane representing Kobe Bryant, flying through a blue butterfly's

BFA Game and Entertainment Design

Our BFA in Game and Entertainment program provides education in industry-standard pipelines for creating visual representations of characters, environments, and props for games and films

Kristofferson Espiritu 2024
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Hello! My name is Kristofferson Espiritu, and I'm a freelance 2D and 3D concept designer. I like creating my visuals using Photoshop, Illustrator, and Procreate. However, I also use 3D programs and game engines like Maya, Z-brush, Unreal Engine, and Unity.

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A picture of an octopus camouflaged by inspirational imagery.

a character concept sheet with sprites, facial expressions and poses

An Isometric drawing of a auto mechanics shop.

a concept sheet for a futuristic oil tank prop.

a prince it aiming a bow at an angry moon

A drawing of a character's face partially hidden behind flowers. The medium is digital illustration and collage.

BFA in Illustration

Our Illustration program explores personal style cultivation in multiple contexts for the image-making and communication needs of a variety of industries

Robin Waters 2024
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I am a digital illustrator based in Los Angeles. My background is in character and concept design. I am drawn to surrealist and maximalist aesthetics in my work.

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A digital illustration of artificial hands reaching out from a single point where wires and broken mechanical pieces are sticking out.

A digital album cover illustration. Four colorful floating heads are depicted in front of a spiral shape in the background. The text reads

A pink illustrated poster depicting a room with two characters, one in the doorway and one on the staircase above.

A digital illustration of a character in front of many screens. The character is depicted from the waist up and has wings sprouting out of his hair, covering his face. He is pointing and looking upwards, with a light positioned above his finger. The screens depict various text and scenes set in a desert. Text on the bottom left reads

Digital portrait of a character in a transparent picture frame. She has blue hair and is surrounded by an effect like a cracked geode with jagged edges. Half her face is covered in shadow, so it appears as though she has no mouth or eyebrows.

Portraits of two blonde women backed with solid color halos.

A triptych of interior environments. Each one is in monochrome red, purple and green respectively. The first is a cabin with axes, butcher knives and an animal carcass laid out on a table. The second is a circular room with a large window, an altar, and a suit of armor. The third is a room with dirt walls containing plants and organic material. A forest is visible outside of the room.

A digital illustration depicting a UFO in front of a series of fragmented images including a crop circle, a field of cows, tentacles, and the sky.

A portrait of a character in a green cheerleader dress, covered in blood and holding a microphone. The background is a theatre or auditorium with banners, ribbons and confetti strewn about.

BFA in Illustration

Our Illustration program explores personal style cultivation in multiple contexts for the image-making and communication needs of a variety of industries

Andrew Shin 2024
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My art dives into the shadows of the human mind, weaving tales of dark beauty and haunting creatures. Drawing from myth and the depths of imagination, each piece invites viewers into a world where nightmares and reality intercepts. Through my work, I explore themes of fear, chaos, and the allure of the unknown, inviting audiences to confront their deepest fears and embrace the darkness within and yourself.

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This piece exemplifies an intriguing amalgamation of eccentricity and chaotic energy, embodying an essence akin to my alter ego if it were manifested as an art form. — Give me death

The Great MoonSwordTh — This piece serves as a homage to my favorite game director, Hidetaka Miyazaki. It explores the expansive role of a game director in the creation of a monumental game. Miyazaki is depicted wielding the iconic Great Moon Sword, symbolizing his leadership and creative vision in pushing the boundaries of game development.

The Shining Armour — The Knight With the Shining Armour is a homage to piece to Dark Soul 3, a game the that gave me inspiration, and made the artist that i am today.

The NUGGIES — This artwork is a tribute to my friend's beloved pet chicken, affectionately named Nuggy. Additionally, it incorporates a whimsical nod to an inside joke involving a friend's supposed penchant for chicken smoothies. Through playful imagery and a humorous "BAWK," the piece captures the essence of friendship and shared laughter.

BFA in Graphic Design

Our BFA in Graphic Design provides experience that encompasses research and development, critical thinking, and fearless image making as it applies to work in the 2D, 3D, 4D fields

Bella Borquez 2024
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Hello! I'm Bella, a Mexican-American designer born and raised between San Diego - Tijuana and soon to be based in San Diego. My specialties include publication design, advertising/social media, and web coding with a keen interest in sustainability and creating “socially good” work.

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Image of a mockup of a publication by the name of — Becoming Monsters Interior Pages

Billboard mockup. The sky can be seen in the background and a colorful blue and yellow ad in the front. — See-Hear Festival Billboard Ad.

Image includes a Decora (Japanese subculture) zine. Background is yellow and features a laid out book in the center. — Decora Zine Interior Pages.

3 posters side by side. Mainly of red and black accents with eyes featured all over them. — Neighborhood Poster Series.

MFA Fine Arts

Our MFA in Fine Arts program helps students engage in critical discourse and explore their art in various forms, traditions, and contexts. Our interdisciplinary MFA in Fine Arts builds a foundation for rigorous learning in a close-knit community.

Trevor Coopersmith 2024
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Trevor Coopersmith (b. 1994 San Diego, CA) creates painted objects, installations and organic wall-sculptures utilizing found and mixed media that emphasize a deeper emotional connection to nature. Trevor holds a BFA from University of California, Santa Barbara and is a MFA candidate at Otis College of Art & Design. Coopersmith has shown at bG Gallery, Dorado 806 Projects, IDOLWILD and the Palos Verdes Art Center (all in Los Angeles, CA). Coopersmith has also shown at the California Nature Art Museum in Solvang, CA and has a forthcoming solo exhibition at Avenue 50 Studios (Los Angeles). His work has been published in Space on Space Magazine and in Hyperallergic. Trevor has participated in two residencies (College Station, TX and Port Austin, MI) and founded the Urban Art Scholarship Foundation which funds art education and social practice. He is currently based in Los Angeles, CA.

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Mixed media on wood — Dynamism of a Moth

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At Otis College, we prepare artists and designers for success through rigorous practice that nurtures creativity, vision, and critical thinking. We welcome students at all levels to build on their passion for art and design. Whichever program you pursue—a fully accredited degree, professional certificate, or youth immersion experience—you can find your voice or launch a career.

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Undergraduate Earn your Bachelor of Fine Arts at Otis College. Choose from eight disciplines that prepare emerging artists for creative careers.

Graduate Our two MFA programs—Fine Arts and Graphic Design—provide a strong intellectual foundation in an inspiring, welcoming environment.

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Certificates Choose from nine certificate programs at Otis Extension. Propel your career and open doors you might not even know exist.

Youth Programs Explore courses for beginners, experienced artists, and everyone in between, ages 5 to 17. Learn the principles of art and design while exploring self-expression.

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Camila Diaz ’26, Illustration, Minor in Creative Writing

First-Generation Students on Support, Inspiration, and Finding Their Path at Otis

Otis College will host an inaugural La Tijera Zine Fest on November 22, 2024, featuring work by students, faculty, and staff.

Otis College to Host Inaugural La Tijera Zine Fest on November 22

amila Koch graduated from Otis College with a degree in animation and now works as a storyboard artist/revisionist.

Story Artist Jamila Koch (’23 BFA Digital Media, Animation) on How Otis College Prepared Her for a Career in Animation

Fashion Design Mike Amiri mentors Otis College Fashion Design students.

Fashion Designer Mike Amiri on Mentoring Otis College Students

Attendees took classes and mingled with current students, alumni, and faculty at the open house.

Notice Otis Event Draws Friends, Alumni, Board Members, Parents, and Employers to Campus

Shana Mabari, Spectrum Petals, installation view, 2024, courtesy Shana Mabari Studio.

See Work Now by Otis College Artists in Several Solo, Group, and PST Shows

Javier Meabe (’12 BFA Toy Design) with one of his Dia de los Muertos Barbie dolls. Photograph by Danielle Vega/Otis College of Art and Design.

Javier Meabe (’12 BFA Toy Design) on Designing This Year’s Dia de Los Muertos Barbie and Ken Dolls

students recently participated in a poster competition

Graphic Design Course Combines Competition and Cultural Exchange

Otis Alumni

Discover creative connections and professional opportunities within your Otis College of Art and Design alumni community.

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Otis College Alum Alison Saar Selected to Create a Sculpture for Paris Olympics

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Otis College Alumna Joyce Chen on Creating the 2024 Lunar New Year Barbie

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Campus & Community

Otis College is a welcoming and diverse community of artists and designers who are shaping the future. We provide space for you to be yourself and explore art and design with a spirit of freedom that echoes the city where our campus is located—Los Angeles, a global cultural capital that embraces creativity and new ideas.

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In our Summer Youth Camps, we introduce the elements and principles of art and design, and encourage self-expression for young creatives.

Summer of Art students painting in a classroom

Summer of Art at Otis College of Art and Design is an intensive college immersion experience designed for developing creatives in high school or beyond who are 14.5 years of age or older.

Students in the campus commons during O-Launch Weekend

Join us for O-Launch Exhibition Weekend that hosts virtual and in person events that showcase the future of art and design through the work of Otis College’s graduating students.

Otis College proudly presents the 2023 graduating class commencement celebration at El Camino College. The celebration will include our valedictorian and honorary degree recipients.

Inside the classroom of Otis College’s Netflix Program

Inside the classroom of Otis College’s Netflix: Access program. Photographed by Sarah Golonka.

The annual steamroller event returned to campus. Photographed by Danielle Vega/Otis College of Art and Design.

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