Currents Editor Milan Loiacono shares her inspirations behind the Currents Fall 2019 edition “Light & Dark”
Fall 2019: Challenging Perceptions of Light & Dark
Flipping the Script: Challenging Motifs in Literature and Film
Few people take the time to consider that the vast majority of media teaches society that light is positive and darkness is negative, but this motif has significant implications.
Written in the Stars: How Cultures View the Cosmos
Since ancient times, people have turned to the sky to explain natural phenomena, navigate and tell time, relaying stories to illustrate what they found.
Silhouetting Sound: Light and Dark in Music
Musical lyrics and melodies play upon themes of light and dark to create new meanings.
Creatures of the Night: California Rallies for Wildlife Restoration
An inside look at the nightly neighbors in the Santa Monica Mountains.
Seeing the Value in Dark
Light and dark are necessary counterbalances in art. Whether it is gray scale or complete contrast, light and dark work together to create meaning.
Astrophotography
This photo spread showcases night photography from around the globe, from the darkest zones to the brightest hotspots.
Shades of Meaning: Color in Other Cultures
Hundreds of colors paint the world, carrying values and meanings tied to childhood stories, cultures and politics.
Stories from the Shade: When Light Hurts
While light and sunlight can often energize or promote growth, they can also cause severe damage to certain individuals.
My Black is Beautiful: Building Black Pride
At a predominately white institution, embracing one’s blackness is a top priority for African American students and faculty.
