With unification in our future, new technology in the hands of our students, course schedule shifts, residential halls opening and more, innovation is blossoming at California College of the Arts. Transformation can be challenging and it can be even more difficult to find joy in the process. Artists in this exhibition recognize both the monumental hurdles involved and the importance of optimism when pursuing new collaborative ambitions. They have unique roles as artists on staff, whose work environment has evolved significantly, to make visible the positive.  

“Joy is a propulsive force. Joy creates unity. Joy lets us reclaim our humanity. Joy disrupts expectations. Joy promotes resilience. Joy gives rise to hope. Joy is a form of resistance.” -Ingrid Fetell Lee, The Aesthetics of Joy

Now is the time to meet our trying, rainy days with brightness, as we welcome the new year and chapter for CCA. Many hours spent together, passionately contributing to student success, has produced a resilient CCA staff. With Shine, artists on staff are invited to share artwork meant to uplift those around them, inspiring all to find joy in the process of transformation. 

Shine is curated by Ingrid Wells.