As cliche as it may be, the saying, “life is like a roller coaster,” is honestly very true. We go through highs and lows in our life, twists and turns. Some days, like vacations, may be super fun and enjoyable. Other days may be very difficult, tiring, and grueling, though. People change and so does …
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Ekphrasis: My First Poem
Wang Yuanqi – Landscape after Wu Zhen An immovable object, A mountain housing houses, Conjoining the earth and sky This region rising far above, Chaotic yet intricate, Sturdy yet delicate, A constant reminder of the balance Between all things, The essence of darkness staining the sheet, spreading its influence throughout, Its dark tendrils reach far …
Video Art: Strikingly Unfiltered
Video art is a form of storytelling that differs greatly from what we usually observe on television. Unlike television, video art doesn’t have to follow a certain format or set of rules. It’s not forced to be structured around a storyline and is far more free flowing than television shows or movies. Improvisation can be …
Hamlet: Act 1 Scene 5 Analysis
Hamlet is widely thought of as one of the greatest examples of theatrical drama in all of time Now, while I haven’t watched the entire thing, after viewing just one scene I can say that I con confidently say that I definitely agree with that statement. I chose this scene to analyze in particular because …
The Anatomy of a Scene: Night of the Living Dead (Feat. A Hard Day’s Night)
Comedy A Hard Day’s Night is thought by many to be a revolutionary film for its time. Upon watching the film, I definitely agree. This pseudo-documentary follows the popular band, The Beatles, on their journey towards a big television special in London. Shortly after they gained their popularity, the group is invited to this special …
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The Godfather and La Jetée: Two Sides of the Same Coin
Since watching The Godfather and La Jetée, I’ve come to the conclusion that they are both incredible films. However, they couldn’t be more different. One is based in a post apocalyptic future and one is based in the past. One is set in France and one is set in America. Looking past these superficial differences, though, is where we …
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Photographer’s Eye: Imperfection
Many things in this world are beautiful. People, animals, plants, and just the little intricacies of life are beautiful. However, no matter how beautiful and perfect something can seem, it isn’t. Nothing in this world is perfect but that’s ok! These imperfections are what make us different from each other, some of the defining features …
Musical Theme: Inner Struggle
The concept of struggle is a universal one, as it is a basic attribute of life. Pain is something that everyone knows all too well, whether it be physical or emotional. Well, struggle is a form of pain and can be described as “trying to escape something through desperate or uncontrolled mannerisms.” Inner struggle, the …
Plot: Just the Basics
“As we start to drive, I pull out my phone and start playing my various games. I don’t last on the same one for more than 5 minutes, I can’t bother putting any real commitment into any of them. They’re pretty boring, but it’s better than watching the trees go by. As, time passes, my …
Poetic License: Deconstructing an Art
A new obsession. How to get outof cold, metallic waters alive.Every night for a week I dreamof my car ending up in a bodyof water. If I’m not driving, someoneelse is. Bob, the neighbor.My new paranoia.I Google how to escape a carfilling with water. I watch videoson YouTube. I memorize the stepsof what to do …
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