Photos courtesy of Katie NanceJunior Katie Nance's starry night painting, her second painting ever, made her want to quit four times because she said she thought it looked like a mess. Yet, she kept adding details and more paint, and it materialized into a beautiful piece that she said will always hold a special place in her heart. Nance is a self-taught artist who uses … [Read more...] about Artists Corner: Katie Nance
Creativity
Escape to a World of Dungeons and Dragons
Graphic by Nate Barton Dungeons and Dragons, a role-playing game in which players invent characters and a Dungeon Master invents the story, has grown in popularity over the past few years. More students should invest time in learning and playing the game, using it as a chance to escape from screens for a time and take a break from the real world while practicing creativity … [Read more...] about Escape to a World of Dungeons and Dragons
Artists Corner: Claire Fagin
Photos Courtesy of Makay Manis"I want to tell truths that you might not see based on your first glance," junior Claire Fagin said. "I think that's why I don't like taking pictures of landscapes. The ocean is beautiful every day, but people are going to have good days and bad days, and I think that's interesting."Fagin said her initial experience with photography began when she … [Read more...] about Artists Corner: Claire Fagin
Reimagine the Remake
Art by Sybil ZhangQuick, what’s the first thing that pops into your head when you think of "Psycho?" Of course it's Vince Vaughn’s 1998 portrayal of horror icon Norman Bates. Except, that was absolutely not the first thing you thought of when "Psycho" was mentioned. You likely pictured Janet Leigh screaming in a shower or a grinning Anthony Perkins talking about … [Read more...] about Reimagine the Remake
Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
Photos Courtesy of Gabrielle Norte"I have always really loved storytelling growing up because it has been a part of my culture. I am Native American, so I grew up going to powwows and watching the dancers tell stories of the Earth, prosperity, war, peace and all these amazing things."Gabrielle Norte grew up on a reservation three hours south of Malibu in Warner Springs, … [Read more...] about Humans of the Caf: Students Reveal Their Stories
