Laguna College of Art + Design

Laguna College of Art + Design Founded in 1961, LCAD is a non-profit college of art & design that has become a world-class academic institution

LCAD has evolved into a world-class academic institution. We provide a select number of outstanding students with an unparalleled education complete with all of the skills and professional connections needed to succeed in today's thriving and competitive creative industries.

Fall semester is officially underway at LCAD! 📝🩵Our students kicked off the semester last week, bringing their fresh ide...
09/09/2026

Fall semester is officially underway at LCAD! 📝🩵

Our students kicked off the semester last week, bringing their fresh ideas, new projects, and creativity back to campus. Wishing all our students a great semester ahead!

09/04/2026

Congratulations to LCAD Animation grad Daniela Abarca, whose animated short “Creep” has been selected for the 27th season of FineCut, PBS SoCal’s acclaimed showcase of emerging filmmakers! 🎬✨

“Creep” will air as part of the “All Is Lost!” episode on October 29 at 7 p.m. on PBS SoCal and will also be available to stream on the PBS app.

Join us on campus for Porsche Irvine's Cars & Coffee! ☕🏎️ This Sunday, September 6th, LCAD hosts its first-ever Cars & C...
09/04/2026

Join us on campus for Porsche Irvine's Cars & Coffee! ☕🏎️

This Sunday, September 6th, LCAD hosts its first-ever Cars & Coffee event, presented in partnership with Porsche Irvine and featuring 100 handpicked vehicles, celebrating timeless automotive design. Stop by, bring a friend, grab coffee and pizza from Funked Up Pizza Co., and spend the morning with the LCAD community.

We hope to see you there!

📍 Laguna College of Art + Design
🗓️ Sunday, September 6 | 8:30–10:30 a.m.

Sign up to stay updated on future Laguna College of Art + Design events: https://forms.lcad.edu/porsche-irvine-lcads-cars-coffee/

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the incredible talent on display at The Art of LCAD Animation opening re...
09/04/2026

Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the incredible talent on display at The Art of LCAD Animation opening reception last night! The work in this show is nothing short of amazing, and we’re so proud of all the artists featured in the exhibition.

The Art of LCAD Animation is on view through September 20th at the LCAD Gallery.

Swipe through for a look at the night, then come see it in person! 👀🗒️✍🏻

09/03/2026

LCAD Graphic Design + Digital Media – Illustration emphasis alum Ashley Munson has built a career spanning design, illustration, and entrepreneurship.

Today, she runs her own design business, and apparel brand, continuing to grow her creative practice, building new ventures along the way.

Check out what Ashley has been working on: Ashley Munson + Welcome to Motherland

LCAD MFA graduate and mentor Ler Chang has been making her mark across Southern California. 🎨✨Her work is currently feat...
09/02/2026

LCAD MFA graduate and mentor Ler Chang has been making her mark across Southern California. 🎨✨

Her work is currently featured in multiple group exhibitions, with a solo portrait show opening this month. As an exhibiting artist, MFA mentor + LCAD artist-in-residence, Ler brings her experience back to our community, supporting the next generation of artists.

📍 rep·re·sentation | The REEF LA
📍 Reclaiming the Ordinary | Woodward Contemporary
📍 Metanoia | Golden West College Art Gallery
📍 Solo Portrait Exhibition | Mission Viejo Library

08/31/2026

LCAD Graphic Design + Digital Media senior Remy Maas created a new brand identity for Skating Is Connection (SIC) as a project in his Action Sports class. After his designs were selected by the brand, Remy traveled to Portland to see his work debuted at the 2026 Rockstar Energy Open! 🛹🎨

At LCAD, industry-focused projects are integrated into the curriculum, giving students opportunities to develop their work in real-world contexts and see their ideas come to life beyond the classroom.✨

Welcome to LCAD! New student orientation was the perfect way to kick off the semester with new friends, endless doodles,...
08/28/2026

Welcome to LCAD! New student orientation was the perfect way to kick off the semester with new friends, endless doodles, and (of course) some In-N-Out! Here’s to an exciting semester ahead! 🩵🎨

08/27/2026

Student Spotlight: Meet Alex Janus, a Junior Illustration student at LCAD!

Alex talks about the opportunities within LCAD’s Illustration program, from learning directly from faculty who work professionally in the industry to hearing from industry-leading guest speakers, while students build the skills and confidence to kick off their own professional art careers.

Learn more about LCAD’s Illustration program: https://www.lcad.edu/program/bfa-illustration/

Faculty Feature: Mason Williams 🏜️Mason Williams is an LCAD professor and MFA Painting alum whose work is rooted in the ...
08/26/2026

Faculty Feature: Mason Williams 🏜️

Mason Williams is an LCAD professor and MFA Painting alum whose work is rooted in the American West, drawing from observation and memory to capture moments of adventure, beauty, and wonder.

His work has been exhibited at museums across the country and recognized by organizations including Oil Painters of America and the California Art Club, as well as featured in publications including Fine Art Connoisseur, Western Art Collector, and PleinAir Magazine.

Learn more about LCAD’s Drawing + Painting program: https://www.lcad.edu/program/bfa-drawing-painting/

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2222 Laguna Canyon Road
Laguna Beach, CA
92651

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