MFA in Fine Arts
Refine your artistic vision, think critically, develop your professional practice and become part of the diverse Los Angeles arts community with an MFA in Fine Arts from Otis College of Art and Design.
Tia Xia, 2025
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Tia Xia is a multidisciplinary artist who focuses on painting and drawing, which is complemented by installation, printmaking, and ceramics. Her artwork is collected worldwide. With a background in mass media, she has published numerous articles and illustrations under her name. She holds a BA in Advertising from Sichuan University in China. She will receive her MFA in Fine Arts from Otis College of Art and Design in Los Angeles, CA, in May 2025.
BFA in Illustration
Safiyah Dawuni, 2025
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Safiyah Dawuni is a multidisciplinary artist and designer from Los Angeles, influenced by music, film, photography, and her Ghanaian heritage. Her work is rooted in spirituality, transformation, and nature’s geometry. Through ornamental line work, pattern, and symbolism, she tells stories that explore emotion and perception. Safiyah creates purposeful design with the goal of uncovering the divine in the everyday life.
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.
Lara Park, 2025
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Hello, I’m Lara Park! I’m an LA-based artist looking to work in storyboarding and character design. My work is driven by my passion for storytelling and love of creating fun ideas that make people smile! I love the creative process and collaborating with others to bring those stories to life. Feel free to contact me for any work inquires through my email or socials!
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.
Patricia Loyola, 2025
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Hi! I’m Patricia Loyola and I am a storyboard artist and animator. I love to sing, cook and bake, and watch cute animal videos. I also specialize in visual development and illustration.
BFA in Product Design
Nicholas Cha, 2025
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Creative Product Designer | Los Angeles Hands-on fabricator with a passion for design and sustainable innovation. Skilled in CAD, SolidWorks, and Adobe Suite. Known for crafting bold, functional, and visually compelling designs that blend form and purpose.
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.
Lili Chazen, 2025
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Hello there! My name is Lili Chazen, and I'm a background designer and visual development artist based in Los Angeles. My background in animation allows me a unique look into vis dev work and showing motion within my pieces. I have developed my skills through collaborative projects and personal projects. I love telling stories and sharing my work in props, graphic design, and environment design! When I'm not working, you can find me watching movies with friends and eating way too much popcorn!
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.
Yeji Heo, 2025
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Hello, I am Yeji Heo, A Motion graphic designer / Illustrator. I specialize in 2D animation and have experience with 3D design. I work with After Effects, Illustrator, Photoshop, Cinema 4D, and Procreate. While I focus on 2D animation and illustration, I’m also exploring 3D design. I love trying out new styles, looking at things from fresh perspectives, and staying creative with each project.
BFA in Illustration
Eliot Kim, 2025
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Hello! My name is Eliot Kim. I am a prop and creature concept artist with experience in illustration and visual development. I have worked on games in the past in a multitude of roles, ranging from environment/prop artist to art director. I look forward to working with you in the future!
MFA in Fine Arts
Refine your artistic vision, think critically, develop your professional practice and become part of the diverse Los Angeles arts community with an MFA in Fine Arts from Otis College of Art and Design.
Manny Valdez, 2025
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Manny Valdez is a Mexican American artist from San Bernardino, California, whose multidisciplinary practice explores themes of identity and culture. He earned a Degree in Liberal Arts from San Bernardino Valley College (2005), a Bachelor of from California State University, Los Angeles (2020), and will complete his MFA at Otis College of Art and Design (2025). His work has been featured in group shows across Los Angeles, and has presented artist talks at California State Univer
BFA in Fine Arts
Ege Acar 2025
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Ege Acar is a senior Fine Arts Painting student at Otis College of Art and Design in Los Angeles. His work focuses on hyper-realistic portraits and contemporary photography. With a strong interest in anatomy, light, and emotional expression, Ege explores how the human face communicates identity—both on canvas and through the lens. In addition to his academic studies, Ege has participated in international visual arts competitions organized by NABA in Milan, where he received two separate scholar
BFA in Product Design
Daniel Urban, 2025
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I believe Design is an important part of everyday life, how something looks and feels, as well as how it functions is important for all products. One of the reasons I want to be a Product Designer is that I want to express my creativity by being part of a team that develops interesting, useful, and fun products. Hopefully, I can help give the next generation of Product Designers something to remember!
BFA in Illustration
Jada Wong, 2025
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Jada Wong is an illustrator, printmaker, and educator who creates whimsical characters and stories to make sense of the world around her. Jada merges her love for the absurd and humor with themes of identity, community, and social justice in her work. She enjoys creating for younger audiences and bringing out adults' childlike spirit. Her goal is to make silly pictures, use art as a tool for change, and help others feel seen through her work.
BFA in Fine Arts
Audrey Caldwell, 2025
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My name is Audrey Caldwell, and I am a multimedia acrylic painter. My work explores themes such as grief, loss, nature, and fluidity. My practice consists of exploration, play, and experimentation.
BFA in Illustration
Ashley Trail, 2025
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Hello! I’m Ashley, a story artist and illustrator based in California. My work centers around storytelling, whether through comic books, storyboarding, or webcomics. When I’m not drawing, you could find me baking homemade sourdough, falling off my mountain bike, or picking up a concerning amount of holds at the local library.
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Explore your passion, hone your craft, and express yourself at Otis College of Art and Design.
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.
Otis Alumni Succeed
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.
of recent graduates are employed within one year of graduation
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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.
Kick off O-Launch weekend with an exclusive Industry Preview and Open Studios, where employers, alumni, curators, and gallerists are invited to explore the innovative work of Otis College’s graduating students.
Join us for O-Launch, a dynamic weekend of in-person and virtual events from May 9-11, 2025 showcasing the future of art and design through the work of Otis College’s talented graduating students.
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 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.
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: Access program. Photographed by Sarah Golonka.
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.
The annual steamroller event returned to campus. Photographed by Danielle Vega/Otis College of Art and Design.
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Working with national and global employers, we cultivate a variety of professional paths for Otis alumni.