Interview with Xiera Younce Xiera Younce is an accomplished illustrator, surface designer, and animator currently completing their Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) in Illustration. Their artwork features vibrant colors and diverse characters, inviting viewers into imaginative worlds. Can you tell us a little bit about yourself? What year are you, what’s your major, etc?My name …
Ross Osterholt is a 3rd year film student, who loves all things visual in art- but their greatest passion lies in writing and filmmaking! This Q&A reveals more: the deeper meaning behind their work, their love of symbolism and storytelling, and insight on their creative process! After reading the interview, check out their pieces “Shooting …
Elleigh Culver is a 2nd year illustration student, who loves fantastical worlds and makes feel good art! This Q&A reveals more: about Elleigh’s work in the children’s book industry, inspirations she has for her art, and insight on her creative process! After reading the interview, check out her pieces “The End of the Map” and …
The Tenth Annual CCAD Creative Writing Awards are now open for submissions! CCAD students may submit work in up to three genres: 1) poetry, 2) prose (fiction/non-fiction), and 3) screenwriting. For each genre, there will be a winner ($300 + publication in a future print issue of Botticelli) and a runner up ($100 + possible …
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“I believe that the arts are necessary to our humanity, and I am deeply determined to make sure that everyone, especially marginalized groups in society, can have those barriers brought down that prevent them from life-changing arts access.”
An excerpt of this essay by CCAD senior Lauren Cox is published in Botticelli 22. Read the full essay here!
(Image by Izayah Li.)
