As a fairly new institution, let’s face it, not everyone knows about all of the great stuff happening out here at CSUCI. Nevertheless, the students who have graduated through the years have helped build a strong reputation for the campus, and especially for the Art Program. Whether it’s careers in the field, exhibitions, or graduate school, students continue to find success with their degree in Art.
Hard work really does pay off, I really felt noticed by teachers at CSU Channel Islands.
Ashleigh Norman, Painting, 2012
Every day there’s a new project, new challenges.
Brett Cipperly, Graphic Design, 2012
It’s not going to be easy, but don’t give up. You really have to prove yourself, work hard, and believe in yourself.
Carrie O'Hara, Graphic Design, 2012
I don’t see an alternative to art, really. I was always more interested in the aesthetics of things.
Cesar Karamazov, Graphic Design, 2011
The curiosity of the art classes kept me going. The teachers at CSU Channel Islands had a huge influence on me.
Christine Brand, Painting, 2007
There’s a network of people at CSU Channel Islands who are there to help you. A network of artists and teachers; you aren’t an island. I tend to isolate, and it feels good to have been a part of something.
Dianne Bennett, Painting, 2006
The in-class critiques warmed me up to constructive criticism and being prepared to talk about my intentions, concepts and ideas with my work.
Jeanette Villareal, Photography, 2008
Your classmates and professors are your support system. After graduation their support will become vital. Art is a small, insular and highly social industry. Find your people, your tribe.
Josh Bricker, Painting, 2008
I learned how to think creatively about multiple objects due to in-depth projects. I was taught to accept criticism and evolve from it.
Kellam Cunningham, Graphic and Multimedia Design, 2010
Think of your career as a movie captured by a camera on a tripod. The camera is supported by a sturdy tripod, with each leg representing talent, work ethic and personality.
Matt Bischof, Graphic Design, 2007
Even if it means putting your lifestyle on hold, it’ll be worth it eventually. Be confident, stand behind your work if you know it's good.
Michael Arroyo, Graphic and Web Design, 2008
Try everything, have a good foundation, you’ll get a better idea of what you want to do and focus on that.
Mitch Bloom, Graphic Design, 2010
I learned how to control my creativity and put it in other places. How to manage creativity and understand how to use creativity outside of fine art.
Nicholas Capaldi, Graphic Design and Painting, 2009
Explore all your options. See what’s out there, if something interests you, take a class in it. Take classes you wouldn’t usually take.
Nolan Lemos, Graphic Design and Painting, 2008
CSU Channel Islands has a flexible art program, you can create and direct your own projects.
Patrick Garcia, Graphic Design, Painting, Sculpting, 2008
Do extracurricular activities. You’re going to learn a lot in your classroom, but there are other opportunities to grow and expand that will help your artistic skills, whether directly or indirectly.
Ryan Hunnewell, Motion Graphics, 2012
The most valuable part of the art program at CSU Channel Islands is the limitless encouragement. Professors would always say
Sam Hunter, Sculpture, 2005What would happen if…?
andWhy not?
Aim to absorb as much as you can from all your courses because you don’t know what skills will aid you in your future.
Shawn Patterson, Graphic Design, 2013