Founded in 2002, the Los Angeles Academy of Figurative Art (LAAFA) has long stood as a leader in high-quality art education, offering continuing education, certificates, and degree programs to dedicated learners. In response to ongoing challenges and volatility in the higher education landscape, LAAFA is focusing on current and new strategic partnerships with organizations to deliver specialized skills for professional creative teams. These partnerships provide access to customized courses across a broad spectrum of disciplines—including studio art, digital media, design, craft, writing, software technology, and hands-on fabrication.