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Academy of Art University’s Open House and Fashion Show


On Saturday April 28, 2007, Academy of Art University threw open their doors and invited the public inside to see the exciting events taking place at the nation’s largest private art and design school. At 10 AM, guests started streaming through the doors of the Academy’s newest facility, 601 Brannan. Admissions Representatives were on hand to speak one on one with prospects and their families. Department Directors were also present to answer questions and review portfolios. Jamie Williams, Athletic Director and former 49er and Superbowl Champion was in attendance. He met with prospects and discussed the Academy’s blossoming sports programs.

Brannan Entry

At 1 PM, the highly anticipated appearance of Project Runway star Daniel Vosovic finally came. The line snaked through the building and fans anxiously awaited their turn to take pictures and get an autograph.

Daniel Vosovic signs autographs

The main event for the day began at 3 PM but guests started lining up outside of the tent early to ensure a good seat. The live runway fashion show featured the best work of the graduating class from the School of Fashion. President Elisa Stephens introduced Daniel Vosovic who said a few inspirational words to the crowd.

Elisa greets Daniel
Daniel Vosovic speaks

Whether the design was imaginatively futuristic or classically modern, most apparent was the incredible skill, effort, talent, and vision that went into creating each piece – the graduates even made the fabrics themselves in the University’s Knitwear Studio and Textile Lab. The show ended with a standing ovation – and, undoubtedly, with successful professional careers in fashion design for the graduating students on the horizon!

Photos from the show
Photos from the show
Daniel Vosovic speaks

If you missed all of the excitement, then you’ll be pleased to know that the Academy of Art University will be hosting another Open House on Saturday June 9th. The Annual Spring Show will be on display, featuring the best of the best student work in all thirteen areas of art and design.