by Megan Mesack | Apr 7, 2025 | Detroit, Illustration, Undergraduate
College for Creative Studies (CCS) student Eli Archer tapped into his Hoosier heritage as the 20-year-old sophomore from Indiana emerged victorious in the 2025 Chevrolet Detroit Grand Prix presented by Lear Official Poster Competition on Wednesday, April 2. Archer’s colorful creation captured the thrill of racing on the Streets of Downtown Detroit while highlighting the Grand Prix’s connection to the local community and the summertime vibe of the Motor City.
by Megan Mesack | Mar 20, 2025 | Detroit, Giving Impact, Press Release, Undergraduate
Two CCS students from Detroit will be awarded $50,000 scholarships annually, distributed over four years. Gilbert Family Foundation also announced scholarship support for pre-college summer workshops and completion scholarships aimed at retaining students.
by Megan Mesack | Feb 1, 2025 | Communication Design & Strategy, Detroit, Illustration, Studio Art and Craft
Meet Some of the Muralists Transforming the City, One Brushstroke at a Time, and the Individuals Making Those Opportunities Happen.
by Megan Mesack | 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 Megan Mesack | Jan 18, 2025 | Detroit, Illustration, In the News
Don Kilpatrick, chair of the Illustration department weighs in on the uniforms. “He’s a guy who knows about the power of design, and he’s a pretty serious Lions fan.” –Nancy Kaffer, Detroit Free Press
by Megan Mesack | 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 Megan Mesack | 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.”
by Megan Mesack | Sep 27, 2024 | Alumni, Detroit, In the News, Studio Art and Craft
As family members grow older and pass on, their stories become lost,” reflects CCS alumna Taylor Childs, ’18 Crafts-Fiber Art . With her latest fiber design installation, “Apex,” she seeks to preserve and honor these cherished family narratives. Read more in Bridge Detroit’s feature, “Detroit Fiber Artist Honors Family History with New Installation.”
by Megan Mesack | Sep 5, 2024 | Detroit, In the News, Studio Art and Craft
“Fiber arts offer such a dynamic intersection of traditional techniques and contemporary practices, and students are drawn to this versatility (more so post-Covid),” –Jeremy Noonan, professor and section lead of fiber and textiles at CCS (Bridge Detroit)
by Megan Mesack | Aug 18, 2024 | Communication Design & Strategy, Detroit, Film, News
Ilana Portney has been immersed in the world of set building since her childhood. Over the years, she evolved into a talented set designer, working on music videos, TV and film productions. Her impressive portfolio includes collaborations with artists including Ice Spice and Quavo, as well as with the likes of iconic companies like Nike, Vogue and Maybelline.
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