Illustration alumnus and Los Angeles-based artist Demetrius May graduated from Art Center in 2009.
Enjoy out the video below, in which he discusses his time at Art Center and some of the most valuable lessons learned here:
Monthly Archives: September 2010
Reflecting Back at 80: Mystery Photo
This photograph shows Chair of the Fine Art Department Lorser Feitelson and a group of students viewing a selection of paintings to be used in a traveling exhibit. We know that the student standing behind Feitelson is Greeley Wells FAPT ’69, but not much else.
Do you recognize any of these sharply dressed students? If so, contact Art Center Archivist Robert Dirig at 626.396.2208 or robert.dirig@artcenter.edu. For more information about the Art Center College of Design Archives, including how you can donate or access materials, visit artcenter.edu/archives.
Meet Olivier Agostini
Broadcast Cinema student Olivier Agostini says that although he is pursuing his Master’s in film, the many other disciplines at Art Center undeniably have an influence on him.
“One of the biggest benefits of being at Art Center is the almost subliminal influence of the other disciplines finding its way into my own work,” he says.
Read more about Agostini’s thoughts on studying at Art Center in this great interview, and check out his student film, 5 Gallons.
The Mini Show to Benefit Illustration Students
The Mini Lai Scholarship Fund was created out of love—love for the late Mini Lai, a talented illustrator and proud Art Center alum. The fund strives to honor her memory by granting scholarships to Art Center Illustration students, inspiring them to pursue their dreams no matter what challenges life presents.
“In Between” by Ming Ong
The fund is made possible by the generous donations of her family and friends, and is managed by the California Community Foundation and scholarships are awarded by the College’s Illustration Department.
While a student at the University of California, Irvine, Lai was diagnosed with congenital heart disease, ultimately requiring a heart transplant. With this second chance at life, she pursued her life-long passion for art, studying Illustration at Art Center.
Lai received scholarships while at Art Center, and this fund exists to continue the cycle of giving.
“Mini leaves behind a legacy of love, kindness and hope,” says Ming Lai, Mini’s brother. “Through the Mini Lai Scholarship Fund, we can cherish her memory and inspire Art Center Illustration students to take on the world.”
On October 23, The Mini Show will be held at South Campus to raise money for the Mini Lai Scholarship Fund. The show is being produced through the tireless efforts of Mini’s family and friends and will showcase the work of Art Center Illustration alumni, with all of the proceeds going to the fund. The group exhibition will feature high-quality, affordable artwork, each piece priced at no more than $300. Interested Illustration alums who would like to participate can apply here.
To learn more about the Mini Lai Scholarship Fund, and donate through the California Community Foundation, visit minilai.com and calfund.org/give/minilaischolarship.php.