News From California Institute of the Arts

News From California Institute of the Arts

December 4, 2025
The CalArtian nominees include Rajee Samarasinghe (Film/Video MFA 16), Sean Buckelew (Film/Video MFA 14), and the late Paul Reubens (Theater BFA 73).
December 4, 2025
The CalArtian nominees include Rajee Samarasinghe (Film/Video MFA 16), Sean Buckelew (Film/Video MFA 14), and the late Paul Reubens (Theater BFA 73).
December 2, 2025
Beech will also deliver a keynote lecture at the exhibition opening on Thursday, Dec. 4.

‘Yesterday + Today + Tomorrow: Book Design from the CalArts Community’ Showcases Works That Shaped Faculty, Students and Alumni in One-Day Exhibit

The conference takes place on Saturday, Dec. 6 at The Reef in downtown Los Angeles.

CalArtians Nominated for 2026 Film Independent Spirit Awards

The CalArtian nominees include Rajee Samarasinghe (Film/Video MFA 16), Sean Buckelew (Film/Video MFA 14), and the late Paul Reubens (Theater BFA 73).

‘Map of the Bomb’ by Amanda Beech Exhibited at Sixth Research Pavilion in Helsinki

Beech will also deliver a keynote lecture at the exhibition opening on Thursday, Dec. 4.

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A dark room illuminated by purple and blacklight reveals a large sculptural installation resembling a robot or mechanical figure made from repurposed materials. Neon green elements glow on the sculpture and floor, and twisted wires and debris surround the piece, creating an eerie, futuristic atmosphere.

Rust and Peace by Charlie Arredondo, a Wave Cave installation. Photo by Rafael Hernandez.

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