Steve Aboud (B.F.A., industrial design, 2005) lives in Winter Park, Fla., and is an assistant designer with Correct Craft, a company that manufactures ski and wakeboard boats. Brandon Adams (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Bel Air, Md., and is a graphic designer for Mountain Christian Church.
Audrey Albright (B.F.A., illustration, 2005) is currently pursuing her masters in art education at Georgia State University and lives in Atlanta, Ga. (updated 08/18/08)
Karim Al-Dahdah (M.A., illustration, 2005) splits his time between working as an art director for an advertising company in downtown Beirut, teaching illustration at the Lebanese American University and freelancing on the side. (updated 08/11/08)
Colin Alexander (B.F.A., sound design, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is a sound designer with The Dandy Dwarves (www.thedandydwarves.com), a film/video production company and advertising agency composed of SCAD alumni.
Jennifer Alexander (B.F.A.,photography, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is a production assistant with Tony Brewer and Company, an event planning and decor company. She is also a photographer for Prick Magazine (www.prickmag.net), a tattoo and piercing lifestyle publication.
Heather Allyn (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in New York, N.Y., and is a freelance designer for Tsang Seymour Design Inc., a graphic design studio.
Margarita Arango (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Miami, Fla., and is an engineer with Infinite Audio Systems (www.goinfinite.com). She wrote, "I am going back to school in the Fall to do further computer and art courses at Miami-Dade College in Miami, Fla."
Alison Archibald (B.F.A., photography, 2005) and Urosh "Ollie" Perishic (B.F.A., broadcast design, graphic design, 2005) are living together in Manhattan. Alison is currently working as a second assistant for a well known New York/Italian Fashion Stylist and works with her at an Italian fashion magazine in their NYC office. Ollie is currently a full time freelancer at motion graphics company, Leroy and Clarkson, located in SoHo. They are living a very happy life together in NYC and are planning on a future marriage together within the next few years.
Katherine Arntzen (B.F.A., photography, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is a photographer with Armstrong Atlantic State University. As the primary photographer for the university, she photographs special student events, faculty, dedication ceremonies, general campus photos, advertisements and promotional materials. Additionally, she maintains the photo archive. She wrote, "I work with two awesome graphic designers, one of whom, Anna de la Paz (B.F.A., graphic design, 2001) is a SCAD alumna as well!"
Trish Anderson (B.F.A., fibers, 2005) lives in Brooklyn, N.Y., and is a display coordinator with Anthropologie Fifth Avenue, New York, N.Y.
Javier Angel (M.Arch., 2005) lives in Astoria, N.Y., and is project architect with Bermello, Ajamil and Partners Inc., an international multidisciplinary architecture and engineering practice.
Nick Aponte (M.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Gaithersburg, Md., with his wife, Pauline, and their daughter, Madeline (October 2004). He is a senior designer at Discovery Communications.
Margarita Arango (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Miami, Fla., and is a CAD operator and junior designer with an interior design firm.
Justin Arsenault (B.F.A., industrial design, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., with his partner, Ina Boriliva Ivanova (B.F.A., interior design, 2005). He is an industrial designer with Hobbs Architectural Fountains (www.hobbsfountains.com).
Emily Avery (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is sole designer and photographer for Gifts for Professionals, a high-end gift company. She specializes in catalog design, identity re-design and promotional materials.
Richard Baker (B.F.A., interactive design & game development, 2005) lives in Jacksonville, Fla., with his wife, Laura (Pahler) Baker (B.F.A., furniture design, 2005). He is a user interface designer with the City of Jacksonville, Fla.
Jamie Bakun (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Redmond, Wash., and is a graphic designer with The Hacker Group, a subsidiary of Foote Cone & Belding Worldwide LLC.
Christina Bauser (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Manhattan Beach, Calif., and is a store designer for Guess? Inc.
Corey Bayes (M.A., film and television, 2005) has just finished assisting on "Factory Girl" for the Weinstein Co. and "Reggaeton" for Sony'Bmg Films. Visit www.coreybayes.com.
Jessica Beistline (B.F.A., furniture design, 2005) lives in Albuquerque, N.M., and is a designer with Craig Sowers Custom Cabinets and Furniture.
Santosh Belani (M.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Bangalore, India, and works for DSA GSA.
Mimi Benjamin (B.F.A., fashion, 2005) lives in Lithonia, Ga., with her son, Treori (October 2002). She is a fashion designer for Meykii Inc, a company she started with fellow alumna, Keiona Cook (B.F.A., fashion, 2003).
Virginia Bernard (M.Arch., 2005) lives in Hoboken, N.J., and is an intern architect with Silberstang Lasky Architects.
Alison (Bisset) Pozorski (B.F.A., fashion, 2005) lives in Brooklyn, N.Y., with her husband, Matthew, and is an assistant designer of men's wovens for Martin + Osa (www.martinandosa.com) a new division of American Eagle Outfitters (www.ae.com).
Nicholas Bolden (B.F.A., computer art, 2005) lives in Los Angeles, Calif., and is a technical artist and rigger for Climax Group Inc. (www.climaxgroup.com), a game development company currently working on the cult-classic genre game from Japan called "Silent Hill: Origins." Bolden wrote, "I'm very honored and excited to have had work featured this year at Konami's booth in E3 2006. Having 30+ seconds of your footage on a 20'x17' screen is always nice."
Derek Boman (M.Arch., 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is a junior architect with Hirsch Bedner and Associates Design Group LLC.
Alex Bowman (B.F.A., industrial design, 2005) lives in Minneapolis, Minn., with his partner,
Michael Korby (B.F.A., historic preservation, 2005). He is an assistant designer with the Target Corporation and works closely with senior designers and project managers in the pets and consumables department to design and source each season's products.
Michael Brenner (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in New York, N.Y., and is a designer with Tsang Seymour Design Inc., a graphic design studio.
Visen Brnicevic (B.F.A., computer art, 2005) lives in San Francisco, Calif., and is a character artist for LucasArts, a computer game company.
Pamela Brumbley (B.F.A., photography, 2005) wrote, "We are currently working on a large project for the new Hilton in Baltimore." Visit www.fullcirclephoto.com.
Nitin Budhiraja (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Bridgeport, Conn., and is an art director for Tracy Locke Inc., a brand management company.
Anna "Catt" Buko (B.F.A., illustration, 2005) lives in Georgetown, S.C., and is a freelance illustrator and graphic designer. View her work at www.designerstoolbox.com/my_portfolio/portfolios/CattBuko/.
Jessica Burkart (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Chicago, Ill., and is a graphic designer for The Goltz Group, a company consisting of three stores: Jayson Home and Garden, Artist's Frame Service and Chicago Art Source gallery.
Joshua Burton (B.F.A., animation, 2005) lives in Naperville, Ill., and is a facial animator for Midway Games (www.midway.com).
Jennifer "Jenn" A. Butterworth ( M.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Bermuda and is a buyer for Calypso, (www.calypso.bm), a multi-brand retail group.
Matthew "Matt" Camp (B.F.A., painting, 2005) wrote, "I am working as the studio manager for the contemporary artist Benjamin Edwards. My main responsibilities are to develop and refine the production process for Ben's paintings and prints. This involves working with a variety of software programs, including a few that I wrote myself, to create imagery suitable for large digital prints and paint on canvas. I also work with 3 other assistants including another SCAD graduate: Dana Yang." Visit www.benjaminedwards.net.
John Cantrell (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is a designer with Hellmuth, Obata + Kassabaum, an architecture, interiors and planning firm.
Lucian Capellaro (B.F.A., photography, 2005) wrote, "I have become the head of the Digital Department at Nardulli, now running the retouching department as the lead digital retoucher." (www.nardulli.com)
Larissa Carpenter(B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Canoga Park, Calif., and is a graphic designer with Ventura Distribution Inc., a company that distributes DVDs to stores such as Target and Best Buy. Carpenter designs DVD wraps, labels, boxes and the advertisements to promote them.
John Carrington (B.F.A., furniture design, 2005) lives in Forest, Va., and works for Tinnin Martin Architectural Millworks & Furniture, a woodshop specializing in cabinet, door, furniture and custom staircases.
Chae Carlson (B.F.A., Architecture, 2005) wrote, " Recently I moved to Brooklyn Heights"
Melanie Carson (B.F.A., sequential art, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is an office assistant for Savannah Restaurant Equipment.
Laura Ceredona (B.F.A., animation, 2005) wrote "I am currently storyboarding at Soup2Nuts and am living in Boston with my husband David."
Linette (Chalifoux) Magalhaes (B.F.A., media and performing arts, 2005) wrote, "I bought a home in Clinton, Mass. I have two beautiful children and recently married. I love SCAD, and use my skills fundraising today."
Amber Chellis (B.F.A., historic preservation, 2003; M.Arch., 2005) lives in Richmond, Va., and is an intern architect with Walter Parks Architect.
Emily Choate (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in North Little Rock, Ark., and is a designer with Stone Ward, a full-service advertising agency.
Jennifer Chong (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is a designer for Go! Productions (www.teamgo.com).
Wai Ho Chu (M.A., computer art, 2005) lives in Marina del Ray, Calif., and is an effect artist with DreamWorks Animation.
Jamie Cicatiello (M.A., photography, 2005) has been selected to exhibit her work in "Hot: Images That Sizzle," a juried show curated by the Atlanta Photography Group and Gallery June 16-July 21, 2006.
David B. Cohen (B.F.A., computer art, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Georgia and is a designer for LAB 601(www.lab601.com), a post production company.
David "Dave" L. Cohen (B.F.A., furniture design, 2005) moved from Wayne, New Jersey to Fort Mill, South Carolina and works as a product service associate for Lowe's of Fort Mill. He takes care of the products in lumber, building materials and millwork department for outside venders.
Sara Cohen (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Ft. Lauderdale, Fla., and is a designer for In Design Studio Inc.
Sarah Collins (M.F.A., fashion, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., with her husband, James Collins (M.A., interactive design and game development, 2005). She is a professor at SCAD-Atlanta (www.scad.edu).
Vanessa Correa (B.F.A., animation, 2005) lives in San Antonio, Texas, and is a graphic designer with Karta Technologies, a training solutions company.
Patty Coughlan (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Oakdale, N.Y., and is a photographer.
Hamilton Craig (B.F.A., film and television, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is entering his senior film, Shelter, into festivals across the country.
Logan Creaser (B.F.A., film and television, 2005) lives in Roswell, Ga., and is a videographer for Time Stands Still Productions, a small production house.
Anne-Marie Creech (B.F.A., industrial design, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is a designer with Pink Lemonade Design. She wrote, "I also do freelance industrial design work. I decided to begin this difficult process in November 2005 and in less than three months I have already completed three projects for a well-known California-based company."
James Crothers (B.F.A., broadcast design and motion graphics, 2005) lives in North Bethesda, Md., and is a motion graphics artist and 2-D animator for Spirit Creative, a motion graphics group in Washington, D.C.
Justin Cruse (B.F.A., film and television and sound design, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and owns a production studio, Haberslam Studios (www.haberslam.com). He is also the video department head of 3180 Media Group (www.3180media.com) and recently recorded ADR lines for the season finale of the television show, "CSI: Crime Scene Investigation," as well as for the Feb. 21, 2007 episode of "LOST."
Dustin Culbreth (B.F.A., product design, 2005) lives in Manchester, N.H., and is an industrial designer with Helix Design (www.Helixdesign.net).
Jason Cummings (B.F.A., animation, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is a graphic designer with Ignition Studios, a design agency for marketing and multimedia.
Lauren Curra (B.F.A., sound design, 2005) lives in Studio City, Calif., and is a studio assistant in Margarita Mix Hollywood, an audio postproduction facility for film, animation, television, DVD commentary and advertising.
Gary C. Daniels (B.F.A., video and film, 2005) wrote, "2007 was a good year both professionally and personally. I won five national awards for two television shows I produced for Duval County Schools and WJCT in Jacksonville, Florida: three bronze Telly awards and two Awards of Excellence from the National School Public Relations Association. I was also nominated for a regional Emmy by the Suncoast Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences. I also traveled to Italy for a week to shoot a documentary about a group of middle school students on their concert tour of Rome, Vatican City, Florence, Pisa, and Venice, My website has all the details:
. I also got engaged and learned that we're expecting a new baby girl in 2008. And of course her name will be Savannah! "
Sean Danyi (B.F.A., animation, 2005) wrote, "Just accepted an offer to work with Human Head Studios in Madison, Wis., a video game development company. Past titles they've developed include the Rune series and Prey."
Cheryl Dejoie-LaCabe (M.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in New Orleans, La., and is art director for the Clarion Herald newspaper.
Jennifer Demeo (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Jensen Beach., Fla., and is a designer with Dianne Davant and Associates.
Molly Dingledine (B.F.A., metals and jewelry, 2005) lives in Asheville, N.C., and owns her own studio in downtown Asheville, sells her work in six galleries and is working on more. She is planning her first retail show in November in Richmond, Va. Visit www.mollydingledine.com.
Lauren Dott (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and works in sales and design for South of Market, (www.southofmarket.biz), an interior showroom.
Paul Downey (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Nashville, Tenn., and is art director for Samick Music Corporation.
Miranda Downer (M.Arch, architecture, 2005) wrote, "I have been working at Cherry Huffman for 2 years now, and I love my job. I'm gaining experience in every aspect of the Architectural profession, but I enjoy Design and Construction Administration work the most. I will sit for my licensing exams in the near future. I'm getting ready to buy a small shotgun house in Raleigh's most historic neighborhood and look forward to making it my own. To further my interests in archeology/anthropology, I recently participated in a archeology dig in the Uwharrie National Forrest where I learned about the history and culture of Native Americans and about the science of archeology. I would like to someday go back to school for archeology/antrhopology and blend these diciplines with my architectural career."
Kevin Duc (B.F.A., animation, 2005) lives in Mesa, Ariz., and is a concept artist with Cheyenne Mountain Entertainment. He wrote, "I create most of the concept art to help the writers, modelers and world builders in their creations. I design everything from characters to environments. It's been incredibly exciting since I started, and I look forward to seeing the product on the shelf."
Scott Englert (B.F.A., computer art, 2005) lives in Chicago, Ill, and is an animator with Midway Games.
Jessica (Erthal) Beistline (B.F.A., furniture design, 2005) lives in Albuquerque, N.M., with her husband, Jonathan Beistline (B.F.A., animation, 2004). Jessica Beistline works as a sales representative at The A Store, a modern home furnishing gallery, and is working on starting her own small business, JB Designs, where she produces and sells scarves, handmade books and small furniture items. She wrote, "Jonathan and I were married in my hometown of Ft. Collins, Colo. On July 2, 2005."
Changsoo Eun (M.F.A., computer art, 2005) lives in Los Angeles, Calif., and is a VFX artist for Encore Hollywood, a visual effects company for television, commercials and music videos. They are currently working on the television series, "House M.D."
Jonathan Evans (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Fairfax, Va., and is a junior designer with Eighth Day Design, an interior architecture firm. He wrote, "SCAD has been a wonderful experience, and I am doing design work which I truly love."
Kristen Farrington (M.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Pelham, N.Y., and works for Thom Filicia Inc.
Marc Femenella (B.F.A., film and television, 2005) lives in Astoria, N.Y., and is an additional editor for BBC America's New York Production. BBC New York Production is a division of the BBC that produces shows such as "What Not to Wear," "While You Were Out" and "Moving Up" for networks such as TLC. In addition to editing "reveal" segments for the TLC show "Honey, We're Killing the Kids!," Femenella is working with Tom Caruso (B.F.A., film and television, 2005), on "A Candid World" (www.candid-world.com), a documentary about the New Hampshire Free State Project. He has also recently worked as an assistant editor on the series "Decoding Disaster" for the Discovery Times Channel and continues to work as an assistant online editor for the TLC show, "A Baby Story."
Lindsey (Fisher) Wright (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) wrote, "I reside in Jacksonville, Florida with my husband, Matt and our dog Elwood. I work at Rink Design Partnership where I began as an intern and now am a junior designer."
Br. Mark Floreanini (M.F.A., painting, 2005) lives in Latrobe, Pa., and is assistant professor at Saint Vincent College, a liberal arts college that is owned by the Benedictine Monastic Community.
Melissa Forsberg (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in San Diego, Calif., and is a junior designer with Graham Downes Architecture Inc.
Marjorie "Marji" Fortin (B.F.A., animation, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is a freelance animator with Radical Axis (www.radicalaxis.com).
Marlene Franco (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in San Francisco, Calif. and is currently pursuing an M.F.A. in graphic design at the Academy of Art University. (posted 07/11/08)
Keith Fraser (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Philadelphia, Pa., and is a graphic designer with Avencia (www.avencia.com), a geospatial analysis firm serving governments, universities, nonprofit organizations and businesses.
Kelsey Frohman (B.F.A., photography, 2005) lives in New York, N.Y., and is the gallery digital expert for Eleanor Ettinger Gallery. She wrote, "I just finished working for the Santa Fe Photographic Workshops. It was an amazing seven-week experience, and it is a great way to learn and to meet real professionals right after school. I befriended Jill Enfield, the writer of the alternative process guide…and many others…it was so much fun and I made great connections."
Hiroe Furuya (M.Arch., 2005) lives in Astoria, N.Y., and works for the Sony Corporation of America.
Joseph Gamble (M.F.A., photography, 2005), chief photographer at the University of South Florida, has won the 2007 Outstanding Staff Award for the Executive Services Division. The award is the highest honor that a staff member of the university can receive and only one is given annually to a member of the Executive Services division. On May 13, 2008, the University hosted an Outstanding Staff Awards ceremony to recognize and celebrate those individuals who were nominated and selected for the most prestigious award for Staff and Administration employees at USF.
Jose M. Gamboa (M.F.A.,industrial design, 2005) wrote, "I do freelance work for Pagani Automobil. Visit at ."
Kushana Gentles (B.F.A., painting, 2005) has been working with the National Gallery of the Cayman Islands as the education and outreach officer. Her recent painting, Snappa, is featured in the Cayman National Bank Calendar. She will be attending the INSEA Conference and the UNESCO World Conference on Arts Education: Building Creative Capacities for the 21st Century. Both conferences will be held in Portugal in March 2006.
Abigail Gentry-Richardson (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is a graphic designer with InovaOne (www.inovaone.com), a media and design company.
Audra George (B.F.A., illustration, 2005) studied travel sketching at the SCAD location in Lacoste, France, which solidified her desire to combine travel and doodling funny pictures into sketchbooks. "Vagabonding," which she wrote and illustrated, will be published by Red Cygnet Press in 2006.
Megan Gover (B.F.A., historic preservation, 2003; M.Arch., 2005) lives in Bradenton, Fla., and is a junior architect with Lawson Group Architects. She wrote, "After getting my BFA in historic preservation in 2003, I furthered my education by getting my M.Arch., from SCAD in 2005. I am enjoying my career and loving the 'Sunshine State.'"
Lindsay "Shay" Grabowski (B.F.A., broadcast design and motion graphics, 2005) lives in Washington, D.C., and is motion and graphic designer for Henninger Media Services, a postproduction company.
Matthew Graffew (M.F.A., film and television, 2005) lives in Chicago, Ill., and is a professor of digital media for the Illinois Institute of Art. He wrote, "I am having a video installation shown in conjunction with the performance group, Japanther, here in Chicago February 2006. This is my third show since graduating from SCAD."
Nicole Gravatt (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) wrote, "I have just moved to Dallas, Texas from Palm Beach, Florida. I was working with Bilkey Linas Design Associates and decided to change my life and take on more responsibilites within the design field. Upon making that decision, I found an opening that was perfect for me at Wilson Associates in Dallas and decided to take it. I now am a project manager and currently in charge of 15,000 square foot Ritz Carlton Spa in San Juan, Puerto Rico! I'm so happy with my line of work and I owe all my skills to SCAD and the fantastic professors in the Interior Design Department!" Visit www.wilsonassoc.com.
April Gray (B.F.A., photography, 2005) lives in Baltimore, Md., and is a freelance photographer.
Benjamin "Ben" Greene (B.F.A., sequential art, 2005) wrote, "I've worked hard to continue my artistic training in my personal time and have subsequently had the opportunity to work for television, film, and video game companies all over the world. My career has had a slow start but with an ever growing resume and portfolio things are looking up! I now live with my beautiful wife, Stefania, in Atlanta, GA where I'm able to work from home and enjoy her company."
Scott Greenway (B.F.A., computer art, 2005) lives in North Hollywood, California and is a lighting artist for Insomniac Games (www.insomniacgames.com).
Logan Groher (M.Arch., 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is an intern architect with Smallwood, Reynolds, Stewart, Stewart & Associates Inc., an architectural firm.
Christopher Guasco (B.F.A., computer art, 2005) lives in New Orleans, La., and is a drafter and 3-D render for C. Spencer Smith, an architecture firm.
Morena Guzman-McKeever (M.F.A., fibers and product design, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is a textile development manager for Kids II, a toy and product design company.
Lindsay Hadley (M.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is a professor of advertising at the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Mariah Hale (B.F.A., illustration, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is a designer with Kailo Advertising (www.kailoadvertising.com).
Scott Hansen (B.F.A., broadcast design and motion graphics. 2005) lives in Virginia Beach, Va., and is a special effects technician and production assistant with New Dominion Pictures. He wrote, "Along with three other film students, I started the first independent film festival in Virginia Beach, hosted by the Cinema Café three times a year--displaying local talent. I wrote a feature script called 'The Safehouse' and am currently shopping it around to various studios. Visit www.wavelengthfx.com for more information. I'm working with Illusive Media on a show scheduled to appear on B.E.T. called Launch TV (www.launchtvonline.com). It will be coming out in the next six months. We are shooting it now. I'm in charge of the motion graphics and editing."
Jessica Hedrick (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is a graphic designer with UPS.
Jeffrey "Jeff" Heinz (B.F.A., video/film, 2005) wrote, "My position at Stage Front (www.sfps.net) has allowed me to pursue my interests in film and television production with corporate backing. Since my employment date, I have helped add film as a new market for Stage Front and have helped make many new acquisitions such as a Grip Trailer, Lighting Packages, and production design a part of the game plan."
Mary (Hendricks) Jaasma (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Norfolk, Va., with her husband, Dan. She is a graphic designer with Hanbury Evans Wright Vlattas + Company.
Samuel "Sammy" Preston Hall II (B.F.A., product design, 2005) lives in Chicago, Ill., and is a concept designer with Midway Games.
Clifton Henri (M.F.A., graphic design, 2005) is senior art director with Danielle Ashley Communications, an urban marketing, public relations and advertising agency in Chicago, Ill.
David Howe (B.F.A., fibers, 2005) is an independent curator and art critic who has mounted exhibitions at the Annex and White Box. His exhibition reviews are published in The Village Voice and Art Review. Most recently, he was a special events assistant at SculptureCenter, where he guided Jenny Holzer and Xavier Cha artist projects to fruition. (udpated 12/02/07)
Jennifer Husman (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in San Diego, Calif., and is a junior designer with Marchese + Partners Architects (www.marchesepartners.com), one of Australia's leading designers of medium and high-density residential projects.
Terence Jacobson (M.F.A., animation, 2005) lives in Portland, Ore., and is a character technical director with Laika Inc. (www.laika.com), a commercial and feature film animation house.
Kate Janson (M.F.A., media and performing arts, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is an admission representative for the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Candida Jau Emang (M.F.A., film and television, 2005) lives in Sarawak, Malaysia, and is a lecturer with the University Malaysia Sarawak.
Wendy (Jensen) Luna (B.F.A., animation and visual effects, 2005) lives in Portsmouth, Va., with her husband, Kenneth, and step-children, Bailey (April 1997) and Brett (May 1995). She is an instructor at Thomas Nelson Community College where she teaches 3-D modeling.
Brantley Johnson ( M.A., art history, 2005) wrote, "My essay entitled "MIchael Scoggins: HIstory Lessons" was just published in Michael's catalogue for the "Don't Tread on Me" exhibition at Diana Lowenstein Fine Arts in Miami." Michael Scoggins (M.F.A, painting, 2006). Brantley continued, "I am teaching and working towards my PH.D in Art History at the University of Florida and Michael's Art career is taking off in many wonderful ways as well."
Emily Johnson (M.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Dallas, Texas, and is a designer with Wilson & Associates.
David Jones (B.F.A., animation, 2005) lives in Cary, N.C., and is an animator and concept artist for Virtual Heroes, a game developer.
Rodger Karpinski (B.F.A., computer art, 2005) lives in Syosset, N.Y., and wrote, "While I mainly am a Substitute Teacher within the four high schools of Campus Magnet, I also teach an after-school Computer Art & Photoshop class through the Plays-For-Living Organization (www.playsforliving.org)."
Colleen Katana (B.F.A., photography, 2005) lives in New York, N.Y., and is a photo editor and production associate for Lucky Duck Productions. She wrote, "Working alongside Linda Ellerbee and her award-winning show, 'Nick News' on Nickelodeon. Lucky Duck Productions also produce television programs such as 'Lifetime Intimate Portraits,' SOAPnet's 'They Started on Soaps,' and various other freelance projects."
Jennifer Kessler (B.F.A., painting, 2005) known as "Jenny Cupcake" to her growing legion of fans, rises long before the the sun each day to bake her delicious cupcakes for Fifi's in the South Eola district. Her astonishing range of wonderful flavors and original textures will be made exclusively for Fifi's, where her series of cupcake paintings,"Confessions of a Cupcake" adorn the walls. Jenny also studied cooking in Italy and has a long history of preparing a wide array of tempting desserts. Jenny Cupcakes are perfect for every celebration and occasion such as birthday parties for kids and grownups, office parties and catered affairs.Fifi's will even lovingly package cupcakes for curbside pickup. Learn more about Jenny at JennyCupcake.com. (posted 07/07/08)
Rebecca (Kiess) Walker (B.F.A., photography, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., with her husband, Jason Walker (B.F.A., photography, 2005) and is a barista for Starbucks. Rebecca and Jason Walker also run a wedding business together, Walker Weddings.
Nam Hee Kim (attended SCAD) lives in San Leandro, Calif., with her husband, Donald. She is an outerwear designer with The North Face, a division of VF Outdoor Inc.
Brandie Kochan (M.Arch., 2005) wrote, "I am steadily working in the hospitality department which keeps me busy along with being part of a team on sustainability initiatives that is moving this firm towards green, healthier buildings. My IDP hours are filling fast and hope to start taking my exams this year."
Becca Jane Koehler (B.F.A., furniture design, 2005) lives in Minneapolis, Minn., and is a product design and development intern with Target.
Adam Lawthers (B.F.A., computer art, 2005) lives in Tarzana, Calif., and is an animator with Left Field Productions, a video game developer.
Weylan Lee (B.F.A., industrial design, 2005) lives in Brooklyn, N.Y., and is a junior designer with Sonic Design Solutions Inc. (www.sonicny.com).
Frederick LeMaster (B.F.A., animation, 2005) lives in Colorado Springs, Colo., with his partner, Chiaw Yong Pang (B.F.A., broadcast design and motion graphics, 2005). LeMaster is a render I/O coordinator for Rhythm & Hues, a visual effects house.
Jennie M. (Leonard) Wenk ( B.F.A., computer art, 2005) wrote," After graduatuon, I became a teacher with the Wee Little Arts Program to teach basic principles and techniques of art to children from ages 3-7. We're starting on our 3rd year teaching in the Savannah area. This summer I have been teaching camp at The Art Shcool for the 6-9 year ols, as well as private swim, lessons. In April I got married to SGT Donald Wenk III of the US Army."
Rebecca "Rivka" Levin (M.F.A., media and performing arts, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is both development director and performer with the New American Shakespeare Tavern, a professional theater company. She also performs with the popular Celtic band, Three Quarter Ale (www.threequarterale.com). TQA is currently recording its second CD.
Catherine "Lyndsey" Lewis (B.F.A., fashion, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is the Color Specialist of the Jerzees Division at Russell Corporation (Russell Athletic). She wrote, "I currently work part-time for the Atlanta Apparel Mart (America's Mart) as a production assistant for their seasonal fashion shows. On the weekends, I enjoy doing volunteer work for the High Museum of Art."
Christiawan Lie (M.F.A., sequential art, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is a freelance comic artist for several comic book publishers.
Wan Chen Lin (M.F.A., broadcast design, 2005) wrote, "My husband "TK" and I got married last March in Los Angeles, California. Tanaponn Kulsedzeranee (M.F.A., computer art, 2004) is focused on motion graphics and now is employed by E! Entertainment. His website is (www.tanaponn.com) and mine is (www.wan-derland.com). We are always looking forward to work with other talents anywhere." Visit (www.kiwee.com)
Jeffrey "Jeff" Lippiatt (B.F.A., industrial design, 2005) lives in Blacklick, Ohio and is Web Design Coordinator for Real Living, Inc. (www.RealLiving.com), one of the largest real estate brokerage firms in the nation.
Diana Lodi (M.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Palm Coast, Fla., and is a graphic design instructor and program director for Keiser College.
Brion Long (B.F.A., animation, 2005) wrote, "I have moved from Baltimore where I worked at Planit Agency to Atlanta where I work at Family Net. While at Planit I earned several Addy awards for various animation and print work. I am in the process of starting my own business, Artique Studios." (updated 08/08/08)
Celine Lotmore (B.F.A., fashion, 2005) wrote, "I am living in New York City and working at Elie Tahari as a designer of leather apparel and footwear." Visit www.eliehari.com.
Sarah (Lyons) Powell (B.F.A., advertising design, 2005) wrote, "I am enjoying life in New York City with my husband and chocolate lab, Charlie. I have been working for Estee Lauder as a graphic/visual merchandising designer for the past two years."
Jennifer "Shayne" Mackey (M.F.A., graphic design, 2005) wrote, " I have recently left San Diego and moved back to Boston to launch my own design consulting and strategy practice. I have l clients in the biotech sector here in the Boston area and I am also working as the Executive Creative Director for the non-profit organization Night of 1000 Voices with events planned in London, Scottsdale, and Washington D.C. in the next six months." Visit (www.shaynemackey.com).
Steven Mann (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Bluffton, S.C., and is an advertising designer with The Island Packet, a Hilton Head newspaper.
Alexander Manresa (B.F.A., animation, 2005) wrote, "I received a job transfer through Activision to move from Treyarch studios in Los Angeles to Shaba Studios in San Francisco. I'm engaged to Lisa Casani and we're planning to be married July 2008." Visit www.activision.com.
Liezel Matthee (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) wrote, "After graduating from SCAD's Interior Design Department I worked in the field in Atlanta. I went on to grad school to pursue a Master's degree in Fashion Business at Polimoda International Institute of Fashion in Florence, Italy. Then I decided to follow a different route and return to my home country South Africa and focus on a career in design - specifically architectural. I was fortunate to find a great job with an exceptional architectural design firm (Leon Saven Architectural Design) for whom I am now running an Interior Design Department. SCAD has taught me the ropes on which I'm basing an exciting and exhilarating career."
Daniel McClure (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Chicago, Ill., and is principal/creative director for Studio of the Month. McClure describes Studio of the Month as follows: "Five diverse and individually talented Chicago artists and SCAD graduates. A creative group devoted to excellence in the world of design, holding its work to the highest standards and expecting nothing less than an engaging, innovative and powerful visual language. With a youthful and socially connected approach, Studio of the Month carries the optimism and adaptive nature inherent in progressive design and views each project as a means to highly benefit the client as well as the art."
Kathyn "Kathi" McFarland (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) Is now working for Free Range Studios from Seattle, Washington location.
Aaron McGriff (B.F.A., animation, 2005) lives in Easy Islip, N.Y., and is a character animator with Crog Studios, an animation studio.
Bradley McIlrath (B.F.A., fashion, 2005) wrote, "I am an assistant director in women's athletic for Dick's Sporting Goods. Dick's offers brand name sporting goods equipment, apparel and footwear in a speciality store environment and has over 350 stores nationwide with continued growth. Since January 2008, I have been the primary designer for women's and girl's Umbro apparel license sold exclusively at Dick's and work as the assistant to the senior designer of women's athletic under the Reebok apparel license and Quest Bike private brand. Prior to January, I worked as assistant to the senior designer of men's golf and tennis, which included private brands Walter Hagen and Acuity and Slazenger and Nike ACG license agreements. I also research color, trend and silhouettes for upcoming seasons and present product lines to buyers and executives. (updated 08/08/08)
Andrew McKee (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) wrote, "Within a year of graduating, I have worked my way up the ladder of success from the basic graphic designer to director of designs. Starting off in Atlanta, I was relocated back to Savannah to head up our new studio. My company is currently in the process of now spreading to Boston, and then soon NYC. My free time is spent travelling all over the continent and starting my own business andru_designs." Visit www.andrewmckee.net.
John Merchant (B.F.A., film and television, 2005) lives in Brooklyn, N.Y., and is a production assistant on the NBC-Universal television show, "Conviction."
Lindsay Merkt (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Greenville, S.C., and is a graphic designer with the Robert Allen Group, a leader in the home furnishings and decorative fabric market.
Sarah Meyer (B.F.A., fashion, 2005) lives in New York, N.Y., and is a freelance assistant designer with Gap Inc. International.
Megan Michitti (B.F.A., film and television, 2005) lives in Sherman Oaks, California and is a project manager for James Hong and Universe II Productions. She wrote, "I handle all areas of James Hong's business affairs. Whether it be driving him to and from a film shoot, writing script coverage and critiques or participating in international business meetings."
Sarah Minges (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Havre de Grace, Md., and is an interior designer for the Design Collective Inc. (www.designcollective.com).
Blair Minick (B.F.A., photography, 2005) lives in Charleston, SC, and started working at Portrait Innovations in January. She is a photographer/studio sales assistant. She wrote, "It allows me to envision so many ideas, and bring out a creative aspect that is absolutely new to me."
Kyle Mohr (B.F.A., animation, 2005) wrote, "I am picking up various freelance jobs and discovering what animation in New York is all about. Have worked at Charlex on 'One Rat Short', Psyop on 'Coke Happiness Factory', Tronic on M&M's World Store content, and Framestore NY on Geico Gecko." (www.framestore.com)
Emily Molloy (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Brooklyn, N.Y., and is a merchandising designer with Estee Lauder Corporation.
Laura (Moore) Henderson (B.F.A., photography, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., with her husband, Nathan. She is a math and science teacher with Hancock Day School.
Eugene Moran (B.F.A., film and television, 2005) lives in Nashville, Tenn., and is an independent filmmaker (www.jorgemoran.com) and part-time industrial designer. He recently won Best Picture in the student film category at the 2006 Bluegrass Independent Film Festival for his film, "Theodore."
Vanessa Morgan (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) is living and working in Richmond, Virginia as a mid-level graphic designer for the firm, Wilbur Smith Associates. She plans to make a "career move" in the near future to relocate to Florida and hopefully work for a design firm. Visit www.wilbursmith.com.
Astrid Fortier Muller-Karger (B.F.A., painting, 2005) lives in Seattle, Wash., with her partner, Caley Lents (B.F.A., furniture design, 2004). She is the arts administrator for Town Hall Seattle (www.townhallseattle.com), which showcases the community's cultural energy with diverse music, arts and humanities, civic discourse and world cultural programming.
Nicholas Nykamp (B.F.A., video/film, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is a technical consultant and Web developer for Jonathan Arthur, a clothing store.
Christian Olivari (M.A., industrial design, 2005) lives in Orlando, Fla., with his wife, Bree. He is an industrial designer with Tupperware.
Michael Owens (B.F.A., architecture, 2005) wrote, "After two years of working for myself as a general contractor I decided to get back to design. I took a position as a project designer with the Weber Group outside Louisville, KY. It has been a great experience thus far. Being in such a creative environment, my SCAD education has been paying dividends." (updated 09/22/08)
Anne Pappas-Hagerty (M.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Annapolis, Md., with her husband, James. She is an interior designer with Alt Breeding Schwarz Architects, an architecture, interior design and planning company.
Taylor Patrick (B.F.A., broadcast design and motion graphics, 2005) wrote, "Just started my own company Backflame website: www.backflame.com for Motion Graphics, Graphic Design, and Sound Design."
Eva Christina Petersen (B.F.A., painting, 2005) lives in Pembroke Pines, Fla., and is an art gallery assistant for the Leonard Tachmes Gallery.
Sarah (Phillips) Collins (M.F.A., fashion, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., with her husband, James Collins (M.A., interactive design and game development, 2005). She is a professor of fashion design at the Savannah College of Art and Design-Atlanta.
Natalia Pi (B.F.A., graphic design, 2004; M.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, and is a design editor for El Nuevo Dia, the oldest newspaper in San Juan, Puerto Rico. She wrote, "I also design two magazines in my spare time, Fotopariseo Magazine and Prot[o]tipo. I designed the CD cover for René Pérez's (M.F.A., animation, 2005) band called 'Calle 13,' which has been a revolution in the Latin music industry."
Sarah (Pierson) Jones (attended SCAD) lives in Savannah, Ga., with her husband, Casey. She is director of operations at the Tybee Island Historical Society.
Christopher Placko (B.F.A., interactive design and game development, 2005) lives in Richmond, Va., and is a production specialist with WRIC Channel 8 and an architectural aide for Dayton & Thompson Architects.
Leigh Poindexter (B.F.A., fashion, 2005) lives in Oakland, Calif., with her partner, Jeremiah Wassom (B.F.A., broadcast design and motion graphics, 2005). She is a creative director and designer for Jessie Steele (www.jessiesteele.com). She wrote, "I pretty much love my life."
Jessica Pope (B.F.A., fibers, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., with her partner, Dorothy. She owns her own letterpress studio, Peridot Publications, which specializes in invitations, announcements and other printed material.
Robert "Rob" Poulsen (B.F.A., visual effects, 2005) and Brandon Dunaway (B.F.A., visual effects, 2005) along with former SCAD student Joe Vance are pleased to report the success of the FEAR Festival (Film, Effects, and Animation Revival) which was held in New Orleans, LA; October 26-29. With FEAR, patrons were not only able to witness firsthand how the professionals actually create some of the dazzling CG effects and stunning animations we have come to take for granted in modern cinema, but take part and become inspired to pursue careers in film themselves. Participants included representatives from SideEffects (makers of Houdini software), artists form Blue Sky Studios, Prosthetics artist and director Joe Castro (Terror Tunes 1, 1.5, 2, and 3; Wishmaster), and many more. Submit to FEAR at http://fearinneworleans.com, brought to you by the effects of LSD!
Phillip Prahl (B.F.A., visual effects, 2005) lives in Venice, Calif., and is a FX technical director for Digital Domain.
Kasemsarn Prechawit (M.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Thailand and is a creative director for Dreamlounge, Co., Ltd. (www.dreamloungestudio.com).
Jeannette Pulnik (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) is a lighting design consultant with Italian Design, a high-end European lighting and furniture showroom.
Jennifer Raatz (B.F.A., fashion, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is a buyer/manager for Jonathan Arthur (www.jonathan-arthur.com).
Matt Radford (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Nashville, Tenn., and is an art director for Vanderbilt University (www.vscmedia.org). Radford wrote, "Through my position with VSC, I have networked with a number of other universities an companies and often lecture on design and the programs involved. In addition, I pick up freelance work whenever possible in hopes of building a large enough client base to launch my own design studio in the future."
Maria "Amalia" Ramos (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Brooklyn, N.Y., and is a freelance graphic designer with Assouline Inc., a French publishing house and creative agency.
Katherine R. (Redding) Joyner (M.F.A., graphic design, 2005) wrote, "I married Michael Joyner at North Litchfield Beach, South Carolina on April 28, 2007. It was a casual ceremony on the beach and a dinner reception followed at the family's vacation. A honeymoon trip to Costa Rica is planned for early 2008. We plan on residing in Savannah, Georgia."
Abigail "Abby" Reichler (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) wrote, " I just took on this new job from a firm of two people to now a firm of 74 people and work all over the U.S. It is a change but I love it and I now have the flexibility to work in various aspects of a project and continue learning!" (updated 12/19/07)
Jeremy Reiss (M.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Louisville, Ky., with his wife, Amanda Lee and he is art director for red7e, an advertising agency. In July 2006 he was voted one of the top 10 Louisville advertising professionals under the age of 30.
Joanna (Renner) Nieves (B.F.A., fashion, 2005) wrote, "After graduation, I worked in retail a few months while preparing my portfolio and resume. My fiance (now husband) Tito Nieves (B.F.A., interactive design/game development, 2004) and I moved to New York City in July 2006 where I worked in and internship for a month. I then began freelancing with SEARS for several months. Tito and I married in November 2006. I was offered fulltime employment with SEARS in April 2007." Visit www.sears.com.
Michael Renteria (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in North Miami Beach, Fla., and is a designer/illustrator with Ohworld Group, a design agency.
Charlene (Rexford) Kuyrkendall (M.F.A., photography, 2005) wrote, "I will be having a second daughter, due to be delivered via scheduled C-section on November 12, 2008. Her name will be Lucrenzia Kalilah Kuyrkendall. She has a big sister, Izabella Nadira Kuyrkendall, born May 2, 2007." (updaetd 09/23/08)
Jessie Rice (B.F.A., painting, 2005) wrote,"I just recently relocated to the Atlanta area with my current job, which is recruiting for a medical company, and LOVE it. I am loving the area and the people, and am excited to be around SCAD again!" (updated 12/09/07)
Ryan Ricks (B.F.A., metals and jewelry, 2005) wrote, "I moved to Germany immediately after graduation, and currently work from my home studio, designing jewelry for competitions and publications, all the while staying at home to raise my two children."
Sarah Robinson (B.F.A., fibers, 2005) lives in Astoria, New York and is a textile assistant at Jones Apparel Group (www.jny.com), a Fortune 500 company, a leading designer, marketer and wholesaler of branded apparel, footwear and accessories. She wrote, "It has taken me a while to find the job that fits but I finally did."
Seth Roe (M.F.A., computer art, 2005) lives in Bluffton, S.C., with his children, Hollande (October 1998) and Zholi (April 2000). Roe is CEO of DVLS, a multimedia and technology company that specializes in providing the real estate industry with premier community lifestyle marketing video content.
Laura Rogers (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) wrote, "I am excited to share that I was recently selected as one of Boutique Design Magazine's "Boutique 18" awarded each year to 18 up-and-coming designers in the hospitality industry." (updated 08/07/08)
Allen Rose (B.F.A., visual effects, 2005) lives in Los Angeles, Calif., and is a digital effects artist for Digital Domain, a visual effects company.
Kate Rybicki (B.F.A., fashion, 2005) wrote, "I am single and living in Long Island City, a 20 minute subway ride from mid-town Manhattan, where I work at White and Warren. My office looks out onto Bryant Park, where the spring and fall fashion shows are held. New York City is an exciting city and truly "never sleeps". My fashion design career is hectic and stressful at times, since I have responsibility that covers a wide range of tasks, but it is creative and I love the design aspect of my career. I am very grateful to Ms. Sachiko Honda and Ms. Evelyn Pappas for the wonderful training and guidance they offered me as a SCAD student."
Nicole Sanderson (B.F.A., painting, 2005) is a gallery manager for Yorks Shona Gallery in New York, N.Y. Sanderson is also working part time as a studio assistant for Dennis Oppenheim, also in New York City.
Tommy Sapp (B.F.A., painting, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is preparator for the Museum of Contemporary Art of Georgia. She wrote, "Before working with MOCA GA, I worked as a freelance preparator for the Lauren Rogers Museum of Art in Laurel, Miss., and the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, Ga."
Paul "Andrew" Schneider (B.F.A., computer art, 2005) lives in White Plains, N.Y., and is an FX technical director for Blue Sky Studios. He worked on FX for "Ice Age 2: The Meltdown" (2006) and for the Ice Age DVD short, "No Time for Nuts" (2006). He is currently working on FX and fur for "Horton Hears a Who" (2008). Visit him at www.andrewschneider.net.
Ian A. Schoen (B.F.A., product design, 2005) wrote, " I established Two Tree International in March 2007 as a manufacturing and product development firm specializing in consumer and business-to-business products.
The Valet Spot is focused on designing parking and valet products for industry professionals. We have also recently launched
Modern Cat Designs, a line of upscale cat products designed to meet the needs of a growing pet industry." (posted 07/08/08)
Nicholas "Nick" Sears (B.F.A., broadcast design and motion graphics, 2005) wrote, "After working for a year in New York City, Nick has relocated to Fort Lauderdale, Florida to pursue a video graphics position alongside a fellow SCAD Alumni of 2001, Adam Hedman. The graphics department of RMS Networks consists of both Nick and Adam; they did not know each other prior to this job." Visit www.rmsnetworks.com.
Mary Britton Senseney (B.F.A., photography, 2005) wrote, "I'm currently living in Columbus, Georgia with my boyfriend, Chase Turberville (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005). I'm working as a freelance photographer for local publications and companies." (www.brittonphotography.com).
Bhavika Shah (M.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Mumbai, India, and is a designer with Point Design, a graphic design firm.
Tingting Shan (B.F.A., interior design, 2005) lives in San Francisco, Calif., and is a junior designer with Hirsh Bedner Associates.
Daniel Shapiro (M.F.A., painting, 2005) wrote, "My work was selected for a juried exhibition at the Carnegie Museum of Art in Pittsburgh. The show was selected by the museum's Curator of Contemporary Art, Douglas Fogle. Mr. Fogle also awarded me a juror's prize. The exhibit ran from October 27 - January 15, 2007." (www.danielshapiroart.com)
Courtney Shaw (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in San Francisco, Calif., and is a graphic designer with Sharon Till & Associates, a graphic design studio specializing in print and package design.
Courtney recently returned to Vail Colorado to work at prestigious American/Western Fine Art Gallery. In charge of designing all marketing materials, ads, and coordinating with the artists to have works photographed and archived.
David Shor (B.F.A., industrial design, 2005) lives in Charlotte, N.C., and is an industrial designer for LITTLE Diversified Architectural Consulting. He wrote, "Career services helped me a lot by offering the Career Fair, where I was introduced to my present employer."
Aaron Shurts (B.F.A., graphic design, 2003; M.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Charlotte, N.C., and is assistant professor of graphic design at Johnson C. Smith University. Shurts also does freelance design work when his teaching schedule permits.
Azadeh Shushtari (B.F.A., metals and jewelry, 2005) lives in Brooklyn, N.Y., and is a jewelry designer for Liz Claiborne Inc. (www.lizclaiborneinc.com).
Ashley Silvernell (M.Arch., 2005) lives in Baltimore, Md., and is an intern architect with Hord Coplan Macht.
Lila Simmons (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) wrote, "I accepted a permanent position as associate art director at Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia (MSLO). Prior to thier offer, I was freelancing for them as a junior designer. Past clients include: dELIA*s Inc., Princeton University, and Pacific Cycle." Visit (www.marthastewart.com).
Martin Smith (M.A., interior design, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is college resources manager for the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Nathan Smith (B.F.A., architecture, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is a junior designer with Culpepper, McAuliffe and Meaders Inc. (www.cmmi-redlines.com), an architecture firm.
Sean Smith (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is creative art director for ITS Classics, a screen printing, illustrations, logo design and page layout company.
Marissa Solomon (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Denver, Colo., and is a graphic designer and production artist for Keech Studio Inc. (www.keechstudio.com).
Natalia Somoza (M.Arch., 2005) lives in Mayaguez, Puerto Rico, and works for Sierra, Cardona & Ferrer, an architecture, interior design and planning company.
Matthew "Scott" Spencer (B.F.A., animation, 2005) lives in Burbank, Calif., wrote, "I graduated in 2005 Suma Cum Laude. Following graduation I attended the Florence Academy of Art where I studied figurative sculpture in the summer of 2005. After my return to the states I moved to Los Angeles, Calif., to work as a digital sculptor for Gentle Giant Studios (www.gentlegiantstudios.com). In the past few months I have advanced to lead digital sculptor and now have a team of artists. I have been invited to Pixar by Pixologic (the creators of ZBrush) to demonstrate ZBrush and its possible uses in the Pixar pipeline. I also authored the official ZBrush to Maya manual for Pixologic which is the industry standard on implementing ZBrush. In September I will travel to the Weta Workshop with Gentle Giant. I am also an instructor at The Gnomon School of Visual Effects in Hollywood, Calif., where I teach advanced ZBrush as well as digital sculpting and anatomy."
Christopher Stanley (B.F.A., media and performing arts, 2005) lives in New York, N.Y., and is an actor, musician and producer for Nomad Studios.
Tom Stone (M.F.A., computer art, 2005) lives in Raleigh, N.C., and is an animation instructor with the School of Communication Arts, a two-year college.
Tess Sundermeyer (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Statesboro, Ga., and is a prepress graphic designer for Insty-Prints.
Kristen Swanson (B.F.A., visual effects, 2005) lives in Venice, Calif., and is a production assistant and compositing intern with Zoic Studios.
Lila Symons (B.F.A.,graphic design, 2005) lives in New Jersey and is an Associate Art Director for Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia in New York City. Previously, she was a freelance designer whose clients included dELiA*s Inc., Princeton University, and Pacific Cycle.
Patrick Taylor (B.F.A., broadcast design and motion graphics, 2005) wrote, "I have just started my own company Blackflame website: www.blackflame.com for Motion Graphics, Graphic Design, and Sound Design."
Andrew Tate (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Edgewater, Md., and is a designer for Hargrove Inc., an exhibition, trade show and special event design company.
Rosarae Tieken (M.A., interior design, 2005) will be getting married on September 1, 2007 in New Harmony, Indiana to Robert E. Drury of Charlotte, North Carolina.
Christopher "Chris" Tirro (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) is a Production Graphic Designer for Alphagraphics Norwalk (www.us414.alphagraphics.com). He wrote, "I moved north under a year ago, and I'm continually looking for opportunities. With freelance and the endless areas of design, I'm always learning."
Dana Titlebaum (B.F.A., photography, 2005) wrote, "I received the Advertising ExSELLence award at my company for period 7. The award commended me on the great job I am doing creating the Advertising Portfolio website for The Tennessean. I have only been at this company since January and it is a huge accomplishment for me to have been recognized by the organization this early in my career."
Neelum Tiwari (B.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Atlanta, Ga., and is a graphic designer with Atlanta Home Improvements Magazine.
Suzannah Tooke (M.F.A., graphic design, 2005) lives in Savannah, Ga., and is the interactive media designer at the Savannah College of Art and Design.
Micah Trivisonno (B.F.A., computer art, 2005) lives in Chicago, Ill, and is an animator with Publications International, a multimedia publishing company.
Mathew "Mat" Tschirgi (B.F.A., interactive design and game development, 2005) recently relocated to Portland, Oregon and is currently a data entry specialist for Iron Mountain (www.ironmountain.com)
Hans Tupper (B.F.A., sequential art, 2005) wrote, "I am currently living in Costa Rica and exploring the job market."
Daphne Turner (M.Arch., 2005) wrote, "I will be getting married to Eddie Joslyn (a physical therapist in Savannah) in October. We will be moving to the Orlando area permanently after the October wedding. Life is good!" Visit www.ginncompany.com.
Jason A. Turner (B.F.A., painting, 2005) wrote, "Apart from working a "real job" entirely too much, I'm beginning work on my own jewelry line (out in the spring), while still managing to paint as much as I can. Life after SCAD is busy."
Kathryn Valliant (B.F.A., sequential art, 2005) wrote, "After working for nearly a year at a small graphic design firm, I've moved to Busan, South Korea for a year (or two) to teach English. My creative writing minor is coming in handy for this leg of my life, I'm taking this time before searching for a real career to get in my world travel, to expand marketability as an employee (or freelancer) and pay off some of those school loans- most of you know what I speak. I highly recommend doing it for anyone who is taking time off before start
