Platt College San Diego’s student work is on display at Java Beach throughout March. Come have a sip of coffee, a fresh pastry and enjoy the fine works by Travis Dahl, Christopher Pitcher, Vanessa Coleman, Melissa Cabral, Austin Bogart, Illona Broyle, Shawn Ballon, James Cook, James Bailey, Crystal Peterson and Ross McDowell. Java Beach is located at: 4723 Point Loma San Diego, CA 92107 (A half block east of Sunset… Read More
San Diego Rep and Rachelle Martin
For the past two years, Platt College San Diego students’ have been designing all of the marketing materials (posters, brochures, postcards & programs) for San Diego Repertory Theater located in Horton Plaza. Term 4 student, Rachelle Martin, was chosen to design the poster for the play “Restless Spirit” by Allan Havis. “Restless Spirit” will be playing from Jan. 28 – Feb. 19, 2006. Mr. Havis was so impressed with the… Read More
Star Wars and Platt College make… “News”
Tune to Channel 8 at 7:25 a.m. on Monday, May 16 & KUSI at 8:05 a.m. on Thursday, May 19 to watch Platt College 3D Instructor Patrick Kajirian as he explains “behind the scenes” animation techniques used in the making of Star Wars. With Star Wars debuting May 19, the hype is building and people are more interested in learning about 3D animation and multimedia effects. During the interview with… Read More
TV Campaign wins 14 Telly Awards
Platt College San Diego has just won 14 Telly Awards! The TV Campaign encompasses two dynamic commercials showcasing student work. The Telly’s Awarded Platt College with 12 Bronze Finalist Statuettes and 2 Silver Winner Statuettes. Categories are as follows: Art Direction, Editing, Use of Animation, Special Effects, Use of Music and Schools/Colleges/Universities. The exhilarating spots were edited and produced by Focalscape, Inc. (Platt College advisory board members), music composed by DHMmusic Design (Platt… Read More
Student Exhibition at the Lyceum (April 22-May 22, 2005)
San Diego Repertory Theater & Platt College present the fifth exhibition of student work. The informal “opening” of the student exhibition is Sunday, May 15 at 5:50pm. After the opening (7pm) any Platt College student may see the play in the Lyceum “Coridos” free of charge (guests $12.50). We concluded the entire season with the San Diego Repertory Theater (Lyceum) – our students prepared all of the shows posters, invitations,… Read More
PCSA First Annual Art Expo
The Platt College Student Association held their first major event on October 8th, 2004 on the campus of Platt College San Diego. This was an opportunity for all students attending Platt College to display their fine art work produced in or outside of class. The evening was open to the public and offered students a chance at networking with industry professionals. Tammy Watkins, an officer of the PCSA was the… Read More
San Diego Repertory Theatre Exhibit
The San Diego Repertory Theatre (at the Lyceum • Horton Plaza) has asked Platt College students to display their works from September 26th – October 31st, 2004. Marketa Hancova (student counselor/instructor) replies, “Platt College and The San Diego Repertory Theatre have had a great relationship for over 7 years. They have been familiar with the outstanding work of our students and that is why they contacted us to exhibit in… Read More
Mike Farin Takes 4th in Short Script Contest
FilmMakers Magazine and American Gem conducted their 3rd Annual Short Script Contest. With 978 entries, the Top 10 were announced and our own Mike Farin’s, “Steppin’ Out” took 4th place. Mike will receive $150, Final Draft software, a one-year subscription to Scr(i)pt magazine, and the Mike’s script will be read by FOX. The entire school community of Platt College San Diego is very proud of Mike Farin‘s achievement and we… Read More
Spiderman II CGI Artist Speaks to Platt Students
The Platt College Student Association (PCSA) sponsored guest speaker Vincent Truitner, accomplished Animation / CGI Artist, met with students on Thursday July 22, 2004. Mr. Truitner worked on several renowned films including Spider Man II, The Iron Giant, Matrix Revolutions, and Toy Story 2. Students watched Mr. Truitner’s work and asked him questions about the industry, gaining a wealth of knowledge and advice. The event was an entertaining, inspiring and… Read More
Platt Alumni Wins an Emmy!
Mattia Montuoro, a Platt College San Diego graduate and multi-award winner, has just been awarded a 2004 Emmy Award for Graphic Design. Mattia is not a rookie when it comes to award winning work: Partial list of awards/nominations: 2004 Emmy Award Winner for Graphic Design. 2003 Emmy Award Nominee for Graphic Design/Animation. 2000 Emmy Award Nominee for Graphic Design/Animation. 2003 Silver Telly Award Winner for TV or Cable Program –… Read More