My name is Max Okst, and I will be graduating in May '25 with a Master’s degree in Lighting Design from the California Institute of the Arts, specializing in a hybrid of theater and architectural lighting. I also received my BFA in Theatre Production and Design from Ithaca College. My goal as a designer is to create engaging and immersive experiences for audiences and guests. I strive to create spaces that are meaningful, intentional, and visually captivating. I believe the best way to achieve this is through innovation, dedicated collaboration, and thoughtful storytelling. As a lighting designer, I am fascinated with the movement of the sun and its transformation of our spaces. The progression of color, angle, shadow, and intensity throughout the day inspire my choices as a designer. I believe it is our job as artists to capture and reveal the beauty that exists all around us.