Featured Artist: Amy Liu
Atticus Scherer and Alexa Gwyn
February 7, 2020
Amy Liu’s ice skating journey began almost 14 years ago in China. Her consistent determination and eagerness to succeed has allowed her to become one of the top skaters in the United States.
Inclusivity in Art
Isabella Moussavi and Ellen Chung
January 9, 2020
Awareness to inclusivity in art has increased through the creation of interactive pieces and exhibitions. This industry is becoming more accessible through art centers supporting the creative aspirations of artists with disabilities.
80s Revival
January 9, 2020
The 1980s was an electric decade known for its bold colors, oversized blazers and permed hair. The signature hairstyles, makeup and clothing have made a comeback with a twenty-first-century twist.
Art for Change
Ellen Chung and Lindsey McCormick
November 19, 2019
Paly artist Jennifer Wu strives to discover herself and her values through art, and change society’s beauty standards through fashion. From the beginning of her artistic journey, Wu has been honing her skills and discovering her personal style.
Pop! Art
Tamar Ponte and Mahati Subramaniam
November 19, 2019
From trash cans to canvases, bubble wrap is taking the art scene by storm.
Peace of Mind
Ashley Guo, Chloe Laursen, and Fiza Usman
November 19, 2019
Art provides a way to escape the stressful realities that come with life. Painting or even simply doodling can give a sense of tranquility.
Featured Artist: Lai-Ling Bisset
Kailee Correll and Atticus Scherer
November 19, 2019
Hip hop dancer Lai-Ling Bisset dances her way through life, but juggling schoolwork and her passion for dance is not as easy as she thought. Taking it one day at a time, she finds a balance in her work schedule and rehearsals — pushing her to make every minute count.
Featured Artist: Metro
October 15, 2019
Each member in Metro, a local alternative indie band, brings their own eccentric style to the group, creating lively performances for the Palo Alto community.
Contemporary Classics
Mahati Subramaniam and Raj Sodhi
October 15, 2019
Film is proof that great art can come from anywhere: a story told out of order, a magical bathhouse, a quirky pregnancy story, and a likable office worker. There are thousands of great films, but these four are a good start.
Copycat Couture
Leslie Aboytes and Ellen Chung
October 15, 2019
In an effort to generate profIts, corporate retail brands often approprIate culture and steal from artists without giving due credit or payment.
Rebecca Cheng – From Art to Activism
Claire Li, Kimi Lillios, and Ellen Chung
May 6, 2019
As an artist tackling issues of racism and injustice, Rebecca Cheng has faced pushback through censorship, due to concerns regarding her art’s suitability for public viewing. Despite these barriers, Cheng’s artistic journey has evolved to use non-traditional mediums to illustrate a personal narrative and criticize the inequalities in our modern society.
Makeup: The Remake
Ellie Fitton, Angie Cummings, Isabel Hadly, and Tyler Varner
March 19, 2019
Makeup in the 21st century represents more than constructing a “pretty face”. It is a developing art form which is constantly evolving into an industry which better serves a world of growing beauty diversity.