Features

A colorful drawing of two people, one doing a backbend and the other assisting.

‘Wavelengths’ Brings SVA Alumni Together in a Celebration of Resilience and Community

Alumni featured in SVA Galleries’ latest juried exhibition reflect on the challenges, lessons, and joys of sustaining an artistic practice.

Maeri Ferguson
October 16, 2025
A drawing of a girl on her hands and knees looks at the viewer, crying. There's a helmet on her hooked up to the many screens behind her.

Five SVA Community Instagrams to Follow in October

From eerie animations to haunting illustrations, these five SVA student artists are bringing the spirit of Halloween to life across their feeds.

Rodrigo Perez
October 8, 2025
A visual of the many different routes unhoused people seeking care must navigate in San Francisco

SVA Announces New Graduate Program in Data Visualization and Communication

Applications are now open for the inaugural class beginning Fall 2026.

Maeri Ferguson
October 2, 2025
Two hands rest atop a surface, the left drawing vertical lines with their fingers, the right pointing creating the words "I Was Here" out of a sandy texture. Below this semi-transparent texture is a forested landscape with a figure standing atop a mountain as a rainbow radiates around them.

October 2025 Exhibitions and Events at SVA

From alumni spotlights to interdisciplinary lectures and screenings, SVA’s many gallery and classroom spaces offer exhibitions and events across fine art, curation, photography, animation, politics, and culture.

Maeri Ferguson
September 29, 2025
A photograph of Citi Field, the home stadium of the New York Mets, at night. There are bright, colorful lights and fireworks going off.

“An Out-of-Body Experience”: Marc Levine Photo Intern and SVA Student Kobe Ligon on Her Summer with the New York Mets

Ligon was the first recipient of the internship, established by the Amazin’ Mets Foundation in memory of the late Marc Levine, an SVA alumnus and the Mets’ longtime chief photographer.

September 26, 2025
A person in a red shirt gestures in a classroom, appearing explanatory, while another with short curly hair listens intently. A whiteboard and clock are in the background.

From Sketch Comedian to Horror Auteur: Alumnus Zach Cregger on Finding His Voice at SVA

The ‘Weapons’ filmmaker virtually returned to campus for a conversation about his career and his SVA education, hosted by the BFA 3D Animation and Visual Effects program.

Rodrigo Perez
September 24, 2025
Two hards ripping open a small watermelon in front of a person's chest. There's a pink wall and table in the image as well.

‘Not Yet, Yet Still’ Brings Relevant Themes of Migration and Identity to SVA Gramercy Gallery

The MPS Digital Photography class of 2025 presents thesis work exploring displacement, heritage, and transformation through inventive photographic practices.

Maeri Ferguson
September 18, 2025
Three ARTEMIS II posters designed by SVA students on a gray wall.

The Five: From Staff Shows to Outer Space, SVA Creatives Take the Spotlight

SVA’s All-Staff Art Show, a NASA poster project, and alumni achievements showcase the breadth of the community’s creativity.

Maeri Ferguson
September 16, 2025
A bright blue pigeon mascot leans against a brick wall next to a window with "Welcome Students" on it in big letters.

Meet Savvy, SVA’s Official Mascot, and the Creator Behind Him

SVA’s new pigeon ambassador takes flight with sneakers, a beret, and plenty of New York personality.

Rodrigo Perez
September 12, 2025
A man strolls past a brick wall adorned with vibrant posters.

Frances Jetter’s SVA Subway Poster: George Orwell and Art in “Dark Times”

The illustrator and SVA faculty member’s fall 2025 poster for the College doubles as a warning and a call to hope.

Rodrigo Perez
September 9, 2025