News From California Institute of the Arts

News From California Institute of the Arts

January 26, 2026
Five CalArtians have been recognized by the nonprofit organization dedicated to championing artistic freedom of expression.
January 26, 2026
Five CalArtians have been recognized by the nonprofit organization dedicated to championing artistic freedom of expression.
January 23, 2026
The film is directed by CalArtians Madeline Sharafian (Film/Video BFA 15) and Adrian Molina (Film/Video BFA 07), along with Domee Shi.

Rajee Samarasinghe’s ‘Your Touch Makes Others Invisible’ Wins Truer Than Fiction Independent Spirit Award

Samarasinghe’s film is a combination of documentary and fiction.

CalArts Alumni and Faculty Recognized with 2026 Creative Capital and State of the Art Awards

Five CalArtians have been recognized by the nonprofit organization dedicated to championing artistic freedom of expression.

CalArtian-Directed ‘Elio’ Earns Oscar Nomination

The film is directed by CalArtians Madeline Sharafian (Film/Video BFA 15) and Adrian Molina (Film/Video BFA 07), along with Domee Shi.

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Tuan Andrew Nguyen Selected for High Line Plinth Commission

Nguyen’s 27-foot tall sculpture will be installed on the High Line in spring 2026.

Tuan Andrew Nguyen Selected for High Line Plinth Commission

Nguyen’s 27-foot tall sculpture will be installed on the High Line in spring 2026.

Mariah Garnett Selected for 2026 Whitney Biennial

The 82nd biennial opens on March 8, 2026, at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York.

Mariah Garnett Selected for 2026 Whitney Biennial

The 82nd biennial opens on March 8, 2026, at the Whitney Museum of American Art in New York.

Q&A with Justin Henriksen on Leaving Investment Banking and Finding his Voice at CalArts

His debut short film, created in collaboration with Justin Hogan, screens at the Santa Clarita International Film Festival this weekend.

Q&A with Justin Henriksen on Leaving Investment Banking and Finding his Voice at CalArts

His debut short film, created in collaboration with Justin Hogan, screens at the Santa Clarita International Film Festival this weekend.

CalArtian-Directed ‘Elio’ Nominated for 2026 Golden Globe Award

‘Elio’ is directed by CalArtians Madeline Sharafian (Film/Video BFA 15), Adrian Molina (Film/Video BFA 07), and Domee Shi.

CalArtian-Directed ‘Elio’ Nominated for 2026 Golden Globe Award

‘Elio’ is directed by CalArtians Madeline Sharafian (Film/Video BFA 15), Adrian Molina (Film/Video BFA 07), and Domee Shi.

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Photo of the Week

A costumed performer stands on a dark stage wearing a blue, layered robe and a mesh face covering decorated with flowers. They hold a woven basket filled with orange and yellow flowers in one hand while extending the other arm outward, as if mid-gesture or dance.

Volver, a School of Theater production written and directed by Ilse Castro Corona

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