Student Spotlight: Julia Loopstra

Before coming to CCA, I attended Santa Rosa Junior College, where a teacher recommended CCA to me. I was still unsure about going to an arts college, but CCA seemed like the perfect mix of everything I was looking for. The college is modern and interested in familiarizing students with the professional world, but also deeply dedicated to teaching students how to create meaningful art. The Oakland campus sealed the deal for me. This school was keeping up with the modern world but still held on to its history.

I love having teachers who are working professionals who understand the trade. People like Owen Smith, Roman Muradov, and Justin Gabbard have taught me the professional world of illustration, while fine artists like Taravat Talepasand and Kim Bennett have guided my hand in artistic practices. I feel like the teachers here truly care.