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Palo Alto High School's Arts and Culture Magazine

C Magazine

Palo Alto High School's Arts and Culture Magazine

C Magazine

Palo Alto High School's Arts and Culture Magazine

C Magazine

A Sweet Success
A Sweet Success
Featured Artist: Exploring Paly junior Aaron Shone’s journey baking for friends, family and fun
Frame by Frame
Frame by Frame
Behind the captivating photos and films of Paly events is senior Clare Antonow, who has dedicated her life to her passion for photography.
Two art students work on their respective paintings during PRIME.
Passion Passed On
Featuring the art of teachers in the Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA).
Strength in Resilience
Strength in Resilience
Overcoming the challenges of having divorced parents, I share my family's journey of turning loss into growth
Camo Craze
Camo Craze
Paly Traditions have evolved over decades but community values remain unchanged
Art by Sabela
Drama Inside Disney?
Despite past successes, Disney has struggled to replicate their signature magic and wonder.
Books vs Movies
Books vs Movies
The debate over books vs. movies
Unearthing Mozart: A Teenage Serenade
Unearthing Mozart: A Teenage Serenade
Art by Ivy Lee
Perspective: Microtrends
Exploring the negatives of social media’s short-term trends on its users
Art by Sabela Chelba
Terror on Tape
Horror films can reveal much about modern society, and often society itself is reflected in horror films
On View at the Cantor Arts Center: Day Jobs
On View at the Cantor Arts Center: Day Jobs
Discover the jobs that artists do to support their work
Art by Renny Argast
From Sketch to Screen
Animation transforms basic sketches into a thriving industry of creation, design and inspiration
Photo Courtesy of ADOR, HYBE Labels. Members of NewJeans from left to right: Minji, Hyein, Danielle, Hanni, Haerin.
Exploitation of Minors in the K-pop Music Industry
A deep dive into the dark waters of an unethical business
Photo by Celeste Bates
Perspective: (Junior) Varsity
My experience transitioning from JV to varsity athletics
Photo by Esther Chung
Social Justice Through The Expression Of Art: A Journey of Initiating Small Change Within the Community 
How one step of courage turned a dream and vision into reality
Votes & Verses
Votes & Verses
Key endorsements from influential musicians are reshaping politics in the upcoming election.
C Magazine's Senior Playlist
C Magazine’s Senior Playlist
Every year, C Magazine compiles a "Senior Playlist" - a list of songs that Paly Seniors have loved throughout their high school experience. This year, C Magazine asked our own seniors questions that encapsulate the soundtrack of their past four years.
Music on [REC]ord
Music on [REC]ord
Media outlets attempt to capture the essence and authenticity of live music through video
Meet C Mag Staff!
Abbie Karel
Abbie Karel
Managing Editor

2023-2024 Staff Writer 2024-2025 Managing Editor I joined C mag because writing is a big part of who I am. I enjoy writing all sorts of stories and genres and I want to be a writer when i grow up. I...

Collage of 2025 seniors cars!!
Senior Wheels
Paly seniors celebrate their last year by being creative with their cars
C Mag’s Top 10 Chocolate Croissants
C Mag’s Top 10 Chocolate Croissants
Check out our rankings for 10 of the best croissants in Palo Alto and the surrounding area
C Mag's Top 10 Albums of 2023
C Mag’s Top 10 Albums of 2023
Check out the 10 albums we had on repeat in 2023
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