By: Marilyn Nguyen (Ryman ’11), Development Coordinator

Every year, Ryman Arts celebrates the success of our students through a culminating graduation ceremony and student artwork exhibition. Because we were unable to gather in person this year, we took our graduation ceremony online. The Ryman Arts 2020 graduation ceremony was held on YouTube Live on July 30. We had over 150 households join in the virtual gathering to celebrate the class of 2020!

By Marilyn Nguyen (Ryman ’11), Development Coordinator 

So much has changed since March, when the pandemic started to impact us directly, causing us to end our spring semester classes a few weeks early. Although the fall and spring semesters feel like a lifetime ago, as we get ready for our 2020 virtual graduation and student exhibition on July 30, we wanted to reflect on the accomplishments of our students.

Make your own mask using Monica Leigh Rodriquez’s Pattern

By Marilyn Nguyen (Ryman ’11), Development Coordinator

During these challenging times, many from the fashion industries are shifting gears to help provide aid and support to communities in need. Ryman Arts Board Member Monica Leigh Rodriquez, Creative Director and Founder of Monica Leigh Atelier, saw a need for surgical grade and home-use masks, so she designed a high-quality mask pattern that can be produced in large quantity for the public.

In support of our Ryman Arts community, we have compiled a list of resources that provide creative, educational, financial, and general support during this time of need. We will continue to update this list as we find more resources to share with you.

Artists and Arts Organization

Art21
Art21 provides unparalleled access to the artist’s voice to diverse audiences around the world, using the power of digital media to introduce millions of people to contemporary art and artists. 

By Veronica Mora (Ryman ’14), Alumni Fellow

The second Creative Hour with Ryman Arts, an exclusive event series for Ryman Arts alumni, took place on December 12, 2019, at Edward Cella Art + Architecture (ECAA). This event series was developed to foster discussion and community among Ryman Arts alumni in the creative industry, with this Creative Hour focusing on alumni involved in the curatorial field.

By Marilyn Nguyen (Ryman ’11), Development Coordinator

In anticipation of the 2019 Sklar Creative Visionary Award Celebration honoring world-renowned, Academy Award-winning animation creator and director, Hayao Miyazaki, Co-Founder of Studio Ghibli, 25 Ryman Arts student and alumni artists participated in a three-day workshop inspired by the artwork of Miyazaki’s iconic films.

(Los Angeles) Aug. 14, 2019 - The annual Sklar Creative Visionary Award will be presented to Academy Award winner Hayao Miyazaki, creator of some of the most beloved animated films in recognition of his commitment to artistic excellence throughout his extensive body of work. Seen as one of the most influential creators of cinematic animation worldwide, Miyazaki has contributed masterfully to the art of storytelling and is an inspiration to animators, directors, and writers everywhere.

By Veronica Mora (Ryman ’14), Alumni Fellow 

Ryman Arts continues to engage its alumni with exclusive events like Creative Hour with Ryman Arts which took place on June 27, 2019, at Industrious DTLA. Creative Hour was developed for Ryman Arts alumni who have established themselves in the creative industry and are looking to take the next step.

This networking event hosted by Moonlit Skincare, a brand co-founded by Ryman Arts alumna Stephy Kim (Ryman '07), included a panel discussion with accomplished Ryman Arts alumni.