by Williams | Jan 29, 2025 | Alumni, Detroit, In the News, Studio Art and Craft
“Hey, Detroiters! Welcome back to Culture Canvas. I want to tell you about “Passage of Knowledge,” a new exhibit at the College for Creative Studies celebrating art pieces from the school’s metal shop and foundry, which has been an institution for over 65 years.” —Micah Walker
by Williams | Jan 9, 2025 | Alumni
CCS is proud to announce that the 2025 Re/View: CCS Alumni Exhibition will be juried by Glenn Triest, a 1982 Photography alumnus, esteemed Detroit-based photographer, and long-standing member of the Alumni Council. The exhibition opens on May 16, 2025, in the Valade Family Gallery.
by Williams | Jan 8, 2025 | Alumni
Rachel, a user interface designer based in Southfield, Mich., brought her expertise in crafting digital experiences to the forefront, using those skills to shape her game strategy on Survivor.
by Williams | Jan 6, 2025 | Alumni, In the News, Photography
“Steve Benson’s impressive and expansive career is evident in the depth and expression of his winning series, ‘Resonance.’ Although each image is wholly different, there’s a sense of the ‘decisive moment’ within each of his photographs, revealing a master at work.”
by Williams | Jan 6, 2025 | Alumni, Transportation Design
Cara Vitry’s career in automotive design has been full of twists and turns, but each step has shaped her into the designer she is today. Now, as a Regional Bespoke Designer at Rolls-Royce Motor Cars, Vitry uses everything she’s learned to create one-of-a-kind designs that tell her clients’ stories – whether it’s a starlight headliner with a baby’s birth chart or something equally personal and unique.
by Williams | Dec 23, 2024 | Alumni, Interdisciplinary Design & Media, MFA UXD
Hakha Mashayekhi’s path to becoming Director of Product Design at Max is a story of bold pivots, creative growth and a passion for leading future designers. Starting his journey in industrial design, he found the process enriching but too slow for his taste. Seeking faster-paced, user-centered work, Hakha transitioned to digital product design, where ideas can come to life almost instantly.
by Williams | Dec 16, 2024 | Alumni, Color & Materials Design, Product Design
Growing up in an automotive-heavy family in Michigan, Kristine Lipinski had zero interest in following in their footsteps. It wasn’t until the unexpected intersection of two of her passions – design and rugby – that her path changed. After graduating from the College for Creative Studies (CCS), she moved to France and eventually began working for the world-renowned car manufacturer Renault. An opportunity to attend a French bilingual school as a child would foreshadow her unique connection to France and jump-start an incredible career and life across the pond.
by Williams | Dec 10, 2024 | Alumni, Communication Design & Strategy, Detroit, Fashion Design, Illustration, Photography, Studio Art and Craft, Transportation Design
The College for Creative Studies (CCS) was honored to participate in the launch of new retail experiences at Michigan Central Station, aimed at supporting Detroit businesses and celebrating local talent.
by Williams | Dec 2, 2024 | Alumni, In the News, Photography
“This year, the fair will feature 285 galleries from 38 countries and territories, including 34 newcomers. Finn collaborates with a team of directors, including Maike Cruse in Basel, Clément Delépine in Paris, and Angelle Siyang-Le in Hong Kong.”
by Williams | Oct 21, 2024 | Alumni, Detroit, In the News
“We spoke to Taylor Childs on the eve of ArtClvb’s ‘Art Fair’, a weekend-long event showcasing the work of emerging and mid-career artists. Taylor says she regards the work as an act of reverence towards the family members ‘filling in the gap’, working to balance black family structures affected by colonization.”
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