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Santa Fe University of Art and Design’s Moving Image Arts students are encouraged to produce personal, creative work and to gain real-world experience on Hollywood productions, beginning in their freshman year. The university’s Garson Studios, which features two professional soundstages, a back lot, and production offices, offers students a unique opportunity to intern and work on A-list movies. In this video, faculty members and students discuss what makes our Moving Image Arts program unique in the country.

Contemporary Music Department Chair Steve Paxton and students discuss how the program expands their technological literacy and knowledge of eclectic world music techniques.

Robert Tucker and his classmates find out what’s left when you remove all the labels from an object.

A visit to campus led Alissa Moreno (’98) to a career teaching, songwriting, and even coaching Ben Affleck.

See how Kendra Lyons ('09) explored all her interests at Santa Fe University of Art and Design.

“We strive to create an environment where students can experiment.”
Moving Image Arts Department faculty member Brad Wolfley talks about moviemaking, technology, and his experience as an instructor at one of the country's top art schools.

Experiment, explore, and learn graphic design as a contemplative art and a professional practice.

“We’re one of the few comprehensive programs in photography left in the country.”
Photography Department Chair David Scheinbaum talks about photography as a medium across time and his experience as a faculty member at one of the country’s top art schools.

Brenden Wedner ('09) shares how you become an "all in one filmmaker" at Santa Fe University of Art and Design.

Meet writing major Rebecca Hammer, and find out what drives her to create.

Santa Fe’s vibrant art community motivates Samuel John Morel to create and show his art.

From the atmosphere to the faculty to the opportunities—students reflect on what makes the university special.

Photography student Thea Light shares her experience at the Santa Fe University of Art and Design.

Get a behind-the-scenes look at Santa Fe University of Art and Design's sound stages and hear about students and graduates working in the industry.

“We really make an effort at hiring not pure academics but practicing professionals who happen to also be really good teachers.”
Performing Arts Department Chair John Weckesser talks about acting, theatre, and his experience as a faculty member at one of the country’s top art schools.

See how students are challenged and mentored to create art people can connect with on a visceral level.

“We have an incredibly dynamic group of writers who are also devoted to teaching.”
Creative Writing and Literature Department Chair Matt Donovan talks about writing, teaching, and his experience as a faculty member at one of the country’s top art schools.

Seniors design and build a gallery—then fill it with their art for the BFA Thesis Show.

Two BFA students team up on a thesis performance that runs the gamut of emotions.

BFA student Brittany Linkenheimer uses cycloids to engage others in her own personal experiences.

See how graphic design students find creative inspiration at a local farmers’ market.

What happens when writers and graphic design students collaborate on a literary magazine makeover?

Artist Kathy Tazlitz talks about the installation of her monumental sculpture “Exposed” and the creative process.

Senior creative writers take to the podium to share their artistic vision and voice.

Theatre students describe their personal and character development in the spring musical.

Hear about Santa Fe University of Art and Design's programs from the artists who lead them and mentor students.