Photos courtesy of Amelia Edmondson “There is such a need for authenticity and emotional realness, and that’s what I want to bring to my work. I want to be an authentic creator and a positive influence,” Amelia Edmondson said. Edmondson is a sophomore whom in her own words said she has chosen to dedicate her passion for capturing life’s organic beauty … [Read more...] about Artists Corner: Amelia Edmondson
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Red Hot Chili Peppers Represent During Their Hometown Shows
Photos by Matt Benton Los Angeles Natives, the Red Hot Chili Peppers, recently performed three sold-out shows at Staples Center on their tour for their latest album "The Getaway." After 34 years of producing acclaimed music and touring every corner of the globe, the Chili Peppers brought a high-energy performance to their hometown crowd last week. They had incredible … [Read more...] about Red Hot Chili Peppers Represent During Their Hometown Shows
He(Art)Beat Transforms Smothers Lot to Student Art Exhibit
Photos by Channa SteinmetzSmothers' Parking Lot was decorated with lights and artwork to replicate a downtown Los Angeles art show. On Friday Mar. 11 the Board hosted a student art exhibit for all to share their work. Between admiring the pieces, students were able to grab a bite from the taco and frozen banana stands, chat over coffee, get a henna tattoo or watch the Step Team … [Read more...] about He(Art)Beat Transforms Smothers Lot to Student Art Exhibit
‘Don Giovanni’ Adapts to the 21st Century
Photos by Brett BeanThe themes of seduction, murder and egotism are not foreign to a modern viewer. They are themes that are just as likely to pervade our changing political climate as they do a Marvel movie. In Pepperdine University’s Flora L. Thornton Opera Program’s performance of Mozart’s “Don Giovanni,” which debuted Thursday, Feb. 23 at … [Read more...] about ‘Don Giovanni’ Adapts to the 21st Century
Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
Photos courtesy of Kayla Hall“Since freshman year I’ve definitely learned how to be more independent — especially now since going abroad and coming back. But having my best friends still abroad — It’s forced me to come away from being cliquey.”Kayla Hall, a 19-year-old sophomore and pre-med Sports Administration major with a minor in … [Read more...] about Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories