‘Arts & Entertainment’ Archives
Eco Art: Beauty With a Message
By Tracie Tuttle--Art can be many different things: pretty, expressive, abstract. Art can also lead to change in society. One example of this is through environmental -- or eco -- art. This is art that features themes revolving around the idea of reusing materials and using art to represent the [...]
Paint By Number: Not Just a Child’s Pastime
By Tracie Tuttle--Known for its stress–relieving qualities, paint by number has made a lasting impression over the years. Paint by number kits initially became popular in the 1950s as a way for people to become involved in art. Creator Dan Robbins, who died early last month, was inspired to [...]
The Legacy of Bob Ross
By Tracie Tuttle--Happy trees, little clouds, no mistakes, Bob Ross has certainly made a lasting impression on American pop culture. From Funko Pop! figures and t-shirts to a Chia Pet in his likeness, the American painter has become a pop culture icon that many people know and love. Ross’ [...]
Setting Up an Art Show
By Tracie Tuttle--Setting up an art show is more than just hanging art on a wall, it includes a lot of preparation, organization, and patience. The artist has to consider so many different things, like the visual dynamic of the gallery, lighting, and the use of wall space. Senior art students have [...]
Slam Poet Talks Feminism, Empowerment
By Lindsey Smith--It was a pretty silent room Thursday night as slam poet Gabriela Garcia Medina took the stage to talk about her activism as a feminist and her empowerment as a woman. This event was her first since Medina gave birth a month ago, yet her performance was smooth. She went [...]