Page Content A maker's toolsThese four gifted CSU art professors take us inside their studio to see how they create their own work and teach a new generation of artists. We've all experienced how a beautiful piece of art or the notes of a poignant song can transport us to another realm. But how often do we consider exactly how these artworks are created? Aside from the intangibles—inspiration, practice, sleepless nights—the artist's life is also full of practical tools that help turn their vision into reality. At the CSU, the arts are celebrated alongside STEM courses, nursing programs and teaching credential classes. Which makes sense, since creators and makers have a huge impact on California: According to a 2019 report from Otis College of Art and Design, the creative sector generates 2.6 million jobs for the state and the economic output of creatives amounts to more than $600 billion. We asked four CSU faculty members who also identify as artists to pick their most essential art tools and explain how they use them in their own work and to lead the next generation of creators. Click below to meet each of these gifted creators and educators. Eva Struble Associate Professor, Painting and Printmaking | San Diego State Meet Eva Elizabeth Sellers Professor and Head, Media Composition | CSUN Meet Elizabeth Edward Gomez Assistant Professor, Art and Design | CSU San Bernardino Meet Edward Shannon WrightProfessor, Spatial Art and Art Graduate Coordinator, Department of Art and Art History | San José State Meet Shannon Want to Learn More? Please contact: Public Affairs Department (562) 951-4800 Yes