Cultivate Your Creativity
JPCatholic’s Illustration program forms artists to create imagery that brings powerful ideas and narratives to life for a variety of professional pursuits. Using both traditional and digital media techniques, students will learn to develop and refine methods of conceptualization and image-making while acquiring an effective use of visual language. Our humanities core in literature, art, and music enables students to bring depth into their visual creations through engagement with the greatest creative artists throughout history.
Talented Illustrators have many expansive opportunities today beyond the traditional work needed in the editorial and publishing world. Illustrators are key in the worlds of apparel design, advertising, marketing, industrial and product design, gaming, and more. JPCatholic’s program will enable you to become a skillful illustrator capable of dynamically adapting to the opportunities presented in the marketplace.
General Education
THEOLOGY & PHILOSOPHY
Impact culture for Christ and grow in faith and understanding through a rich sequence of Scripture based Theology courses and Philosophy courses.
BUSINESS
Prepare yourself for the industry with foundational skills in marketing, management, and entrepreneurial thinking.
LIBERAL ARTS
Study the human condition by actively engaging in an exploration of art, literature, culture, politics, economics, and more.
Envision Your Future at JPCatholic
Graduate in 3 Years
Our unique academic model prepares students for the real-world pace of professional life in the industry, with a focus on hands-on projects, internships, and portfolio preparation. The program is structured on a year-round quarter system, and you graduate with your Bachelors Degree in just 12 quarters. Each quarter is 10 weeks long, with about 3 weeks of break between each quarter.
LEARN MORE
Student Showcase
Caitlin Nolan (Class of ‘18)
Javier Gonzalez (Class of ‘18)
Alex Arenas (Class of ‘21)
Karissa Baca (Class of ‘21)
Mia Schaller (Class of ‘22)
Claire Hobrock (Class of ‘19)
Caitlin Nolan (Class of ‘18)
Javier Gonzalez (Class of ‘18)
Alex Arenas (Class of ‘21)
Karissa Baca (Class of ‘21)
Mia Schaller (Class of ‘22)
Claire Hobrock (Class of ‘19)
Meet the Faculty
With small class sizes and mentorship, professors are able to provide individualized training. They bring decades of experience and unique perspectives from varied backgrounds in Illustration and Animation.
Max Hulburt
Professor & Chair of Visual Arts
Steven Kramp
Professor of Creative Writing & Chair of Humanities & Theology
Jacqueline Gold
Adjunct Professor of Art
Eric Van Hamersveld
Adjunct Professor of 2D Animation
Robin Murray, PhD
Adjunct Professor of Humanities
Get an Inside Look
Humanities Program Overview
Illustrator Spotlight: Developing an Eye for Perspective | Evie Watkins
Sam Wurth: The Vital Power of Creativity | Why We Create
Adriana DeCarlo: Loving Your Art Where It's At | Why We Create
Prof. Eric Van Hamersveld: Charting Your Career in Animation | Faculty Spotlight
Portraying Anxiety Through Animation | Senior Project Spotlight
Catalina Rojas: Capturing Light and Shadow | Illustration Spotlight
Ben West: How I Started My Career in Motion Graphic Design | Alumni Spotlight
Marie-Thérèse Hallagan: Creating in Community | Why We Create
Hear from Students
Mia Schaller
Class of 2022
“One of my favorite things about JPCatholic is not only how I have grown in my major as an artist but also how I have grown as a person and in my faith. I came here from Pennsylvania not knowing anyone, and I found a community of passionate people in love with Jesus and with creating. We all became a family and grew with each other as we learned how to be adults. I’ve grown deeper in my spiritual life because it was here that I made my faith my own and not just something that I did because of my parents. I’ve learned how to think for myself and discover the truth. JPCatholic is a school with art and faith, two of the most important things in my life, and the school has helped me grow in both. It has helped me become who I want to be.”
Joshua Martin
Class of 2023
“Art is such an amazing way to show God’s beauty. Using the gifts he has provided me to create art and share that beauty with others is such a blessing to me. I love studying illustration because it allows me to look at God’s beauty and creation in a new and wonderful light. Art is so powerful and impacts so many people and I really do want to ‘impact culture for Christ’ through my art. And I want to inspire others to do the same.”
Keyana Harrod
Class of 2023
“JPCatholic is definitely a place like no other. The dynamic bonds forged through collaborative projects and the strong Catholic community is truly the launchpad for passionate creativity. Studying Illustration has taught me the value in striving to give every project your all. The critique is essential to developing and growing your skill and, as artists, we learn to utilize this feedback and ultimately create masterpieces! I am incredibly blessed and gifted to be able to study at this amazing university!”
Mia Schaller
Class of 2022
“One of my favorite things about JPCatholic is not only how I have grown in my major as an artist but also how I have grown as a person and in my faith. I came here from Pennsylvania not knowing anyone, and I found a community of passionate people in love with Jesus and with creating. We all became a family and grew with each other as we learned how to be adults. I’ve grown deeper in my spiritual life because it was here that I made my faith my own and not just something that I did because of my parents. I’ve learned how to think for myself and discover the truth. JPCatholic is a school with art and faith, two of the most important things in my life, and the school has helped me grow in both. It has helped me become who I want to be.”
Joshua Martin
Class of 2023
“Art is such an amazing way to show God’s beauty. Using the gifts he has provided me to create art and share that beauty with others is such a blessing to me. I love studying illustration because it allows me to look at God’s beauty and creation in a new and wonderful light. Art is so powerful and impacts so many people and I really do want to ‘impact culture for Christ’ through my art. And I want to inspire others to do the same.”
Keyana Harrod
Class of 2023
“JPCatholic is definitely a place like no other. The dynamic bonds forged through collaborative projects and the strong Catholic community is truly the launchpad for passionate creativity. Studying Illustration has taught me the value in striving to give every project your all. The critique is essential to developing and growing your skill and, as artists, we learn to utilize this feedback and ultimately create masterpieces! I am incredibly blessed and gifted to be able to study at this amazing university!”