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Hanna Sturwold Edits Films Profesionally for the World’s Biggest Companies

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Photo courtesy of Hanna SturwoldWhen thinking about the arts, film and video editing is not usually the first thing that comes to mind. But it requires skill, time and undivided attention. It’s an art, and senior Hanna Sturwold is already working in the industry editing feature films, documentaries and commercials.“I love editing because it can enhance [a] story … [Read more...] about Hanna Sturwold Edits Films Profesionally for the World’s Biggest Companies

Therapy by Design: Various Communities Find Remedy Through Art

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Photo by Milan LoiaconoDan Hain is a veteran who has struggled with substance abuse and homelessness. Art helps him cope. “I started with those adult coloring books and thought, ‘What a stress reliever,’” Hain said. “Art has kept me busy but it has also been very helpful. It has calmed down my anxiety.” Art therapy is on the rise as a … [Read more...] about Therapy by Design: Various Communities Find Remedy Through Art

From Poetry to Posters, Art is a Tool for Social Change

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Photo by Milan LoiaconoArt is a living part of history. When one thinks back to landmark social movements, art has always played a driving force in portraying the upheavals and shifts of society.Because artistic mediums like film, poetry and paintings have the power to send impactful messages that resonate with audiences, artists use their work to express their truth, wrestle … [Read more...] about From Poetry to Posters, Art is a Tool for Social Change

Stuck-o Art: Students Express Themselves Through Laptop Stickers

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Editor’s Note: Quotes were edited for clarity and brevity. Photos by Kaelin Mendez Stickers are bought online, ripped off fruit and found in toy machines. Although simple in nature, stickers have the power to reveal something about the person displaying them. Students don their laptops with stickers collected through their travels and experiences. Laptops become an … [Read more...] about Stuck-o Art: Students Express Themselves Through Laptop Stickers