BFA in Product Design
A maker and entrepreneur, Etienne founded Iky Studio to explore his vision for where art and business intersect. His practice spans contemporary furniture, architectural development and the invention of new technologies. Etienne is guided by a curative eye, a builders hands and the invaluable council of his collaborators. His ultimate goal is to bring together the best from diverse disciplines to push forward both creative and technical boundaries and catalyze the greatest possible sum of ideas.
BFA in Product Design
I’m a soft goods product designer with 3+ years of experience focused on performance-driven, niche industries where design has the power to solve real, often overlooked problems. My work is motivated by a desire to rethink who products are actually built for and who gets left out. I’m driven by the idea that good design should not only perform well, but expand access and representation within the industries it serves.
BFA in Fine Arts
I'm a Fine Arts student with an emphasis in painting, with a strong focus on visual storytelling. My experience includes developing original artwork that explores both personal and social themes, using bold composition, color, and symbolism. Alongside my studio practice, I am interested in art education and creating engaging, thoughtful visual environments. I bring a creative mindset, strong work ethic, and the ability to approach projects with both conceptual thinking and attention to detail.
BFA in Animation
While earning a BFA in Animation at Otis College, students bring characters and stories to life through an immersive and rigorous studio program.
As an artist at heart, I have always been drawn to the magic of animation, a passion that led me to Los Angeles to perfect my 2D and 3D skills and immerse myself in the inner workings of the industry. Through this journey, I’ve gained a deep understanding of production pipelines and the collaborative spirit that turns individual talent into successful, meaningful work.
MFA in Fine Arts
In the Otis Fine Arts MFA program we believe artists thrive when they work closely with a diverse group of peers to explore a wide range of topics, media, methods, and approaches in art making.
Ren Ramirez (b. 1999) is a Mexican-American artist from Bakersfield. Ren holds a B.A. in Anthropology and Art from California State University of Bakersfield. She is currently based in Los Angeles and will receive her MFA From Otis College of Art and Design in May 2026.
BFA in Game and Entertainment Design
While earning a BFA in Game and Entertainment Design at Otis College, students bring worlds, characters and stories to life through modeling, animating, scripting and concept art.
Hi, I’m Vincent. I’m a concept artist speciallize Illustration. I’m proficient in a range of industry-standard tools, such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and Procreate.
BFA in Illustration
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As a highly organized and creative individual, I am passionate about making connections. Hello! My name is Labiba Zaman. I am a Bengali American artist, and my art practice is primarily through digital illustration and design-led projects, drawing from my cultural background and lived experiences. With that, I am determined to support projects through streamlined processes and unique ideas. If you'd like to reach out to me, I am @bibaflan on all social medias.
MFA in Graphic Design
While earning an MFA in Graphic Design at Otis College of Art and Design, students develop bold visual systems and critical design practices through an intensive, concept-driven studio experience.
Daisy Verduzco, also known as Daze, is a Mexican-American graphic designer from Los Angeles. She holds a bachelor's degree in fine arts from the University of California Irvine and a master's degree in graphic design from Otis College of Art and Design. Her practice focuses primarily on combining analog and digital methods, with most projects rooted in her cultural identity and a deep interest in decolonizing graphic design practice.
BFA in Graphic Design
While earning a BFA in Graphic Design at Otis College of Art and Design, students develop innovative visual communication skills through a hands-on, studio-based curriculum grounded in design thinking and creative exploration.
I’m an Asian American designer raised in the San Gabriel Valley and Los Angeles, shaped by culturally rich surroundings yet often feeling disconnected from my Chinese roots. I found identity through relationships with family and friends, which ground my practice. My work bridges personal experience and shared storytelling, using graphic design and illustration across video games, painting, print, and motion to create connections between people, memory, and culture.
BFA in Illustration
While earning a BFA in Illustration at Otis College, students explore various skills, techniques and tools to bring their ideas to life.
I'm an illustrator and visual storyteller based in California. My work explores narrative through a wide range of media, from detailed ink drawings to expressive mixed-media compositions. I'm particularly interested in creating story-driven projects, including children’s books and visual sequences that blend scientific observation with personal reflection. My practice often centers on themes of transformation, curiosity, and emotional connection, as seen in projects.
BFA in Illustration
Adesuwa Ikechiuku is an illustrator based in California. She loves creating vibrant, story-driven artwork with a primary focus on publishing and commercial illustration. Drawing inspiration from a world filled with diverse narratives, her work embodies creative expression through bold colors and lively designs. With her playful, shape-driven style, she ultimately strives to inspire others through the art of visual storytelling.
BFA in Graphic Design
While earning a BFA in Graphic Design at Otis College of Art and Design, students develop innovative visual communication skills through a hands-on, studio-based curriculum grounded in design thinking and creative exploration.
My name is Ahren McGlothan. I’m a Graphic Designer based in Los Angeles. I specialize in Bookmaking and hands-on Printmaking techniques. I am heavily interested in designing fictional worlds using various creation strategies.
BFA in Product Design
Hyeongjun Choi is a designer focused on minimalist furniture and object design. His work begins with simple forms and develops through hands-on making, where material and structure guide the process. Interested in how objects shape everyday experience, he creates pieces that are clear, functional, and quietly expressive, balancing simplicity with thoughtful detail.
MFA in Graphic Design
A visionary multidisciplinary artist and seasoned Art Director with over a decade of experience seamlessly blending graphic design, branding, marketing, and leadership. Adept at conceptualizing compelling visual narratives, guiding creative teams, and driving impactful brand strategies. Passionate about elevating brands through innovative design solutions that integrate artistic expression with strategic marketing. Skilled at mentoring and leading creative professionals.
BFA in Game and Entertainment Design
While earning a BFA in Game and Entertainment Design at Otis College, students bring worlds, characters and stories to life through modeling, animating, scripting and concept art.
Hello! My name is Avery Plummer, and I am a 3D artist focused on character art. I work through the full character pipeline, using tools like Autodesk Maya, ZBrush, Substance Painter, and Unreal Engine to bring characters to life from concept to final presentation.
BFA in Illustration
Hello, I'm Shruti, an illustrator and creative designer based in LA. I often draw inspiration from my mixed European and Japanese heritage for my art and have a great appreciation for all things vintage and old-fashioned, as there are plenty of brilliant innovations to be found in the past that could benefit us greatly today if we adapt them to our current needs. I enjoy working with a blend of digital and traditional media, though I find it most satisfying to deliver a tangible end product.
BFA in Fine Arts
Stephanie Scholten (b. 1999) is an interdisciplinary artist, born and raised in Los Angeles, California. Scholten is guided by self-directed research, and utilizes art making to examine how femininity is constructed and embodied. She holds a BFA in Fine Arts with emphasis in painting from Otis College of Art in Design (2026).
BFA in Product Design
Raised in Montana and shaped by the outdoors, my background in environmental conservation, AmeriCorps service at my local art museum, and work with Vogue and Sotheby’s Institute of Art inform a design practice rooted in sustainability, education, and community engagement. With my educational background in architecture, art history, and product design, I pursue projects that harmonize with nature, spark creativity, and serve my community.
BFA in Fine Arts
Janessa Gauthier (b. 2003) is an interdisciplinary artist living and working in Los Angeles, CA. Her work digs into an archive of personal experience with decay and pain while questioning the seductive qualities of the damaged. Working sculpturally, she uses a range of raw materials with an interest in the plastic qualities of steel and mold-making for production. Considering preservation as a practice, Janessa investigates her relationship to femininity through the use of the rabbit as icon.
BFA in Illustration
Hello! I'm Kath Low, a Singaporean editorial and merchandising illustrator based in the Bay Area (Los Angeles too in a few years, crossing fingers!) Drawn from my experiences, the focus of my work primarily deals with thoughtful storytelling through personal and Asian design motifs. My favorite computer game is Minesweeper, and it's not impossible that I'm actually an alien who escaped the formaldehyde tube.
MFA in Fine Arts
In the Otis Fine Arts MFA program we believe artists thrive when they work closely with a diverse group of peers to explore a wide range of topics, media, methods, and approaches in art making.
Eloïse Kabbaz Szabo (b. 2000) is an interdisciplinary artist based in Los Angeles, California. Eloïse holds a BA in Animation with a minor in Classics and Archeology from Loyola Marymount University, Los Angeles (2022), and is expected to receive her MFA in Fine Arts from Otis College of Art and Design in May of 2026. IG spaceshipgal
MFA in Fine Arts
In the Otis Fine Arts MFA program we believe artists thrive when they work closely with a diverse group of peers to explore a wide range of topics, media, methods, and approaches in art making.
Olivier Arsene Ganthier, also known as OliGa, is a Haitian visual artist and designer. His figurative work consists of portraits, afro-pop characters, doodles, and motifs, which draw inspiration from his Caribbean culture, tropical landscape, and urban life. He aims to spread positivity ithe chaos through Black excellence, joy, peace, and love today, recovering from past historical traumas through various forms of representation that challenge the stereotypical view of Blackness and Haitianity.
BFA in Illustration
While earning a BFA in Illustration at Otis College, students explore various skills, techniques and tools to bring their ideas to life.
Naiobi Benjamin is a multidisciplinary designer with a BFA in Illustration and Minor in Photography. Her work consistently claims attention through complex and layered visuals that speak to its intended audience. Committed to telling underrepresented visual stories, Naiobi uses bold color, graphics, and emotionally driven, community-centered design. Her desired design projects include working with clients in music, entertainment, fashion publications and brands centered around pop culture
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Our Programs
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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Discover how Otis College alumni are making an impact at top companies across creative industries, with rewarding careers fueled by their focused training and industry connections.
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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.
Experience the next generation of creatives at the O-Launch Industry Preview, where you can explore 2026 graduate work and connect with emerging talent.
Learn about Alumni Reception Night where alumni can reconnect, celebrate, and grow the creative community at Otis College of Art and Design.
Our O-Launch Exhibition Weekend hosts virtual and in-person events that showcase the future of art and design through the work of Otis College’s graduating students.
Join us this spring as we celebrate the achievements, creativity, and dedication of our graduating class at the Otis College 2026 Commencement Ceremony.
Otis College of Art and Design is proud to showcase the work of our emerging artists and designers at our highly anticipated Annual Exhibition.
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Learn more about the Otis College experience. Take a virtual tour of our Los Angeles campus or explore health and wellness programs provided to help every student thrive.
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Working with national and global employers, we cultivate a variety of professional paths for Otis alumni.