Course General Description

The MFA Specialization in Applied Arts offers intensive professional training in scenic art, visual communications and art direction. All areas of advanced industry practice are covered—from traditional drawing techniques to digital rendering and CAD. The Specialization is uniquely designed for students interested in pursuing careers in theater, film, television, themed entertainment, immersive design and other entertainment industry specializations where they’ll work as creative thinkers, storytellers, scenic artists and art directors.

School General Description

California Institute of the Arts is renowned internationally as a game-changer in the education of professional artists. The transformative cultural impact of its alumni over the past half-century shows why: CalArts brings out creative talent unlike any other university, school or conservatory. Founded by Walt Disney, CalArts offers comprehensive degree programs across the full range of the visual, performing, media and literary arts through its six Schools. Admissions are decided primarily on artistic merit and creative promise.