Corcoran College of Art + Design Receives In-kind Digital Imaging Product Donation from Epson America, Inc.

April 3, 2006–

Global technology provider to outfit the College’s computer labs to support Photojournalism and Portfolio Development Programs for High School Students

WASHINGTON, DC – The Corcoran College of Art + Design (CCA+D) is pleased to announce acceptance of an in-kind equipment donation, including a wide range of award-winning professional printers, scanners and projectors, from Epson America, Inc. This gift will significantly benefit the more than 400 students who participate each year in College’s intensive Pre-College Portfolio Development and FOCUS on Photojournalism summer programs.

“The fields of photography and design are constantly evolving and becoming more technologically savvy each day. Epson is known for its ground-breaking digital imaging products and these advanced technological tools have become the gold standard in the arts field,” said Dean Christina DePaul, Corcoran College of Art + Design. “The new high-tech lab equipment will enable our students to have a top-notch experience and produce their best creative work. I am truly grateful to Epson America for the generous donation to the College.”

The Pre-College Portfolio Development program is designed to prepare students for college admission in the fields of fine art, design and photography. The program combines intensive drawing classes; concentrated electives in painting, sculpture, ceramics, photography, digital arts or digital animation; open studios; art history lectures and tours; evening workshops; and individual portfolio reviews.

In tandem with the Pre-College programs, the College also hosts a two-week residential FOCUS on Photojournalism program. FOCUS offers students the opportunity to enhance their photography skills while exploring the world of photojournalism in the nation’s capital. Award-winning photographers from the White House News Photographers’ Association provide students with an exciting look at the principles and practice of their trade.

“We recognize in today’s world, graphic design and photography are highly dependent on digital technology,” said Kelly Pierce, Manager, Community Relations, Epson America, Inc. “Epson takes great pride in supporting noteworthy programs that benefit educational and arts-focused organizations and we believe the Corcoran provides an ideal training ground for a future generation of artists, designers and photojournalists.”

ABOUT EPSON AMERICA, INC.
Epson America, Inc. is the U.S. affiliate of Japan-based Seiko Epson Corporation, a global technology company at the forefront of technological revolutions in imaging, robotics, precision machinery and electronics. The company develops and manufactures information-related equipment (computers and peripherals, including PCs, printers, scanners and projectors), electronic devices (semiconductors, displays, and quartz devices), precision products (watches, plastic corrective lenses, and factory automation equipment) and other products.

By delivering on a strategy of Digital Image Innovation and a commitment to customer service and support, Epson America’s executive management team will continue to lead the company into the next century, merging the world of still and moving images, supporting richer communications and bringing color to the lives of people all over the world.

The company has sales offices throughout the United States; a Canadian affiliate in Toronto, Ontario; subsidiaries in Argentina, Brazil, Chile, Costa Rica, Mexico and Venezuela; and sales offices in Colombia and Peru.

ABOUT THE CORCORAN GALLERY OF ART
The Corcoran Gallery of Art was founded in 1869 as Washington’s first museum of art. It is a privately funded institution incorporating both a Museum and College of Art + Design. As one of America’s oldest art institutions, the Corcoran is known internationally for its distinguished collection of historical and modern American art, as well as European painting, sculpture, photography and decorative arts.

Founded in 1890, the Corcoran College of Art + Design is Washington’s only four-year college of art and design. The College currently offers four-year Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree programs; a five-year BFA/Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) degree program; two-year Associate of Fine Arts (AFA) degree programs; Master of Arts (MA) degree programs in Interior Design and the History of Decorative Arts; and a Continuing Education program encompassing more than 300 courses and 14 certificate programs for part-time adult students; as well as year-round classes designed especially for children and teens.

The Corcoran Gallery of Art is located at New York Avenue and 17th Street, NW, Washington, DC and is open Wednesdays – Sundays from 10 am – 5 pm and until 9 pm on Thursdays. The Museum is closed on Mondays and Tuesdays, but open on holiday Mondays. Admission to the Corcoran is: $8 for adults; $6 for senior citizens and U.S. military personnel; $4 for students with current ID and $3 for Member guests. Admission is always free for Members and children under 12. Admission is “pay as you wish” on Thursdays after 5 pm. For information about the Museum, call 202.639.1700. For information about the College, call 202.639.1800.

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CONTACT:
Kristin Guiter
Manager of Media Relations
(202) 639-1867,
kguiter@corcoran.org

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