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Fine Art Alumna Expresses Nature’s Cycles in Her Work

Sculpture artist and Academy of Art University graduate Angella Holguin can turn steel, wood, brass and copper into water. The Mexico City-born sculptor’s large abstract pieces take their forms from the sea. Nature’s perpetual change and evolution inspire her. And they encourage Holguin to see herself in a similar way.

ART U Halftime Report: March 1-15

ART U athletes deliver another week of strong wins, including West Region Men's Indoor Track honors for Athlete of the Year and Coach of the Year.

Karen Hirst

Karen Hirst is a comedian, actor and singer. Karen began her professional career with Second City Improvisational Theater in Chicago as part of their touring company. She appeared on stage with Second City alumni Eugene Levy, George Wendt, John Candy, Jim Belushi, Betty Thomas and many others.

New International Students

We want your first semester at Academy of Art University to be the best time of your life. We pay special attention to our new students, making sure that each one has additional support during their first months at the university.

Alberto Bertoli

Mr. Bertoli has vast experience in different areas of the architectural profession. His work ranges from the planning of shuttle facilities for the space program to the designing of a performing arts center. He most recently designed the InterContinental San Francisco hotel.

Music Production School Student Kicks Off Career with NXTUP Festival Win

Jinah Oh

Jinah Oh, our Director of Fashion Merchandising, earned her M.B.A. in Marketing at Golden Gate University in San Francisco, as well as a B.S. in Clothing and Textiles and a B.A. in Philosophy from EWHA Women’s University in Seoul, Korea. She has extensive experience in international fashion and luxury brands.

Society of Illustrators Honors Chuck Pyle

Chuck Pyle has been an instructor in Academy of Art University’s School of Illustration for nearly four decades...and its director for 11 years. On May 8, 2015, this beloved instructor and highly regarded artist was recognized by the Society of Illustrators with its Distinguished Educator in the Arts Award.

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Simon Ungless and Alexander McQueen: Connecting with Students even During a Pandemic

School of Fashion director and long-time Alexander McQueen friend and collaborator answered a few questions following his video tutorial for McQueen Creators.

School of Music Production & Sound Design for Visual Media | Partnerships

The San Francisco Bay Area is a prime location for media companies and sound and music production. Home to several world class recording studios, students are able to gain valuable real-world experience from sound designers, editors, and composers through internships and other opportunities that place them in the heart of the action.

School of Landscape Architecture | Faculty

As a licensed landscape architect, Heather has over 30 years and a wide range of professional and academic experience. She has taught at UC Berkeley, the University of Michigan, and the Danish Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen where she was a Fulbright Scholar.