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 5, 2025 | Alumni, Color & Materials Design, Experiential Learning, Fashion Design, Illustration, Office of Partnerships, Product Design, Studio Art and Craft, Transportation Design
Over the course of the Fall semester, the College for Creative Studies hosted 11 sponsored projects and competitions across a variety of disciplines. Students from a wide range of disciplines partnered with local and global brands to work on a specific project tailored to meet the needs of our industry partners.
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 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 | Jun 20, 2024 | Alumni, Illustration, News
During the Winter 2024 semester, CCS welcomed alums Tyler Koberstein (Entertainment Arts ’19) and Ilich Gomez (Entertainment Arts ’19) back to campus to give current students a taste of what it’s like working on an animated series for a renowned television company.
by Megan Mesack | May 22, 2024 | Experiential Learning, Illustration, Office of Partnerships
313 Presents and College for Creative Studies (CCS) announce Illustration student Kat Sutherland as the winner of the second annual poster design competition.
by Megan Mesack | May 10, 2024 | Alumni, Illustration, News
Muralist Sydney G. James, College for Creative Studies’ 2024 Distinguished Alumni, has had a big impact on the art world — and not just because of the size of her artwork.
by Stacy Hutchcraft | May 4, 2024 | Illustration, News
For most animators, working on a Star Wars series is the ultimate dream. And for CCS Assistant Professor of Illustration, Betsy Bauer it’s a box she can check. Currently working as a color script supervisor at Wild Canary Animation, a sub-contractor of Disney’s...
by Megan Mesack | Apr 29, 2024 | Advertising Design, Advertising: Copywriting, Alumni, Color & Materials Design, Communication Design & Strategy, Detroit, Entertainment Arts, Fashion Accessories Design, Fashion Design, Film, Fine Arts, Foundation, Game Design, Graphic Design, Illustration, Integrated Design, Interaction Design, Interdisciplinary Design & Media, Interior Design, Liberal Arts, News, Photography, Product Design, Studio Art and Craft, Transportation Design
The NFL Draft is coming to Detroit, and the city turned to local artists to paint the town in preparation. CCS student and alumni work can be found throughout the city all week. We put together a guide to help you find your way.
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