Michael Dopp

Michael Dopp serves as an Assistant Professor within the Instructional Faculty Art at Chapman University's Wilkinson College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences. Holding a BFA from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago (2005) and an MFA from UCLA (2009), his career bridges solo art practice, curatorial initiatives, and collaborative projects.

• Education: BFA (2005) from The School of the Art Institute of Chicago; MFA (2009) from UCLA

His creative work focuses on collaborative art, immersive installations, and functional design, often intersecting with social practice and community-building. Projects like Arturo Bandini and Zakka Bakka demonstrate his commitment to alternative art spaces and interdisciplinary experimentation.

Recent exhibitions and events—including The Tee Room (2024) at Night Gallery and The Aesthetics of Everyday Objects: The Cup (2024)—highlight his engagement with object-based art, design philosophy, and curatorial innovation. These works have been featured in publications like Artforum and Los Angeles Times.

Michael's teaching philosophy emphasizes collaboration and professional integration, reflecting his active participation in galleries (Night Gallery, 356 Mission, Roberts Projects) and alternative art platforms. His practice spans fashion collaborations, event production, and architectural partnerships.