A Basic Introduction to Advertising School

Advertisements are everywhere. They’re in trains and subway stations, magazines and newspapers, social media apps and online platforms. You might not think a lot about ads, but there’s a lot that…

art history

All You Need to Know About Taking Up Art History

Art history isn’t just about studying significant works from the past, but learning how the past can offer insights into today’s world. A solid foundation in art history can go a long way in helping…

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What You Can Expect From a Fine Arts Degree Program

Thinking about attending a fine arts school? You're in good company. According to a survey by a national arts advocacy organization, there are more than 1.4 million working…

Hands-on Drones Class

Technology and Multimedia Communications: The Rise of the Drones

Drone technology is changing the face of communications quickly, and countless industries, including universities are capitalizing on the possibilities.

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Screenwriter Career Inspo: Top Five Picks From Netflix

As online streaming changes how people experience content, the landscape of screenwriting is shifting too. For example, many shows can now be binged in one go—altering how screenwriters plan and…

Academy of Art Alumni in Detective Pikachu

Alumni Behind the Scenes: Detective Pikachu

In this Alumni Behind the Scenes series, we give recognition to the hard work that our Academy of Art graduates have done to contribute to the film industry. For this first roll-out, we feature…

screenplay writing

Screenwriting Degree Inspo: Top Original Screenplays From the Last 20 Years

Creating an unforgettable screenplay takes incredible care and talent, but there are also certain things that must line up. Unique story lines, the right actors, curated scene selections, and…

688 Sutter Gallery

RSVP: A Tale of Two Solo Exhibits: Sutter Gallery Presents

Event: Split Solos - Fangxin Wei and Xiao Jin * Fangxin Wei – May 2-30, 2019 * Xiao Jin – May 2-31, 2019 Venue: 688 Sutter Gallery Hours: Mon-Fri 9:30AM-5:30PM | Sat-Sun: 10AM-6PM The 688 Sutter…

Xuan Wang Fashion Show 2019

Countdown to the Graduation Fashion Show: Meet the Designers Part VI

What: School of Fashion Graduation Fashion Show When: 3 PM – 4 PM on Saturday, May 11th, 2019 Where: 625 Polk Street, San Francisco, CA 94124 RSVP We’ve come to the last part of our Meet the…

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RSVP: Academy Galleries Present Perspectives (or Retrospectives) on Family and Childhood

Exhibition Run: May 2nd – May 30th, 2019Gallery: 625 Sutter Street Family can be complicated, and childhood can be complicated by family. This May, the Academy galleries are showcasing the works…