Wingspan
our arts and writing blog featuring the thoughts, ideas, and opinions of our student staff
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by Nathan Zhang
[pc: Marina Takara]
When we romanticize literature, we begin to understand it as an aesthetic. Through the works of R. C. Waldun, Nathan explores how healthy doses of self awareness affects that mentality.
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by Jordan Zhangabyss
[pc: Jordan Zhang]
To Jordan, art is a means of healing, a way to process personal trauma. For the longest time, the abstract seemed to hinder this process; now, he understands the power of the incomprehensible.
by Nina Zhuo
[pc: Nina Zhuo]
Understanding writing as a creative endeavor after experiencing it as a homework assignment for so long can be difficult. Nina shares a few methods she's been using to reconcile with that.
by Alex Wooden
[pc: Alex Wooden]
Alex broadens the idea of visual art to something more audio-centered.
by Srinithi Srinivas
[pc: Srinithi Srinivas]
High school is a flurry of stressful assignments and impending deadlines. Srinithi reclaims her love for writing as a respite.
by Marina Takara
[pc: Marina Takara]
Exploring new mediums can be challenging, especially if you have a hard time accepting that medium as art. Marina makes a case for taking art in a more technological direction.
by Josie Barboriak
[pc: Josie Barboriak]
Josie fights for her love of creative expression in the face of personal pressures.
by Kaurwaki Babu
[pc: Kaurwaki Babu]
With friends, school, and a pandemic, it's hard to find time for art. Kaurwaki shares some ways to continue indulging in creativity.
by Anshu Shah
[pc: Anshu Shah]
Our newest editor Anshu expresses his frustration with how hectic life has been through poetry.
by Steven Lin
[pc: Steven Lin]
Steven reflects on how art has helped him get through the struggles of his past.
by Nina Zhuo
[pc: Nina Zhuo]
There's a lot that goes into writing a good piece, but what does it take to finish one? Nina walks us through the methodical editorial process she follows to get out of her own head.
by Marina Takara
[pc: Marina Takara]
After a summer of self-reflection, Marina makes a big decision about her happiness.
by Nathan Zhang
[pc: Marina Takara]
Nathan utilizes his intimate knowledge of Reddit forums and literary references to explain why hard work and determination is more valuable than raw talent.
by Alex Wooden
[pc: Alex Wooden]
Alex shares his thoughts on how success is measured in art.
by Josie Barboriak
[pc: Josie Barboriak]
Josie expresses her creative frustration during a time of uncertainty and indolence through poetry.
by Jordan Zhang
[pc: Jordan Zhang]
Jordan takes a deep dive into the unique stresses of youth activism. She explains how art allows her to appreciate little moments of beauty while fighting against a world of hate.
by Srinithi Srinivas
[pc: Sonia Birla]
Srinithi breaks down her love of writing and its inherent limitlessness, referring to her personal experiences with literature as both a means of creation and preservation.
by Kaurwaki Babu
[pc: Kaurwaki Babu]
Kaurwaki dissects her relationship with creative expression and societal expectations, exploring the tension that exists between academic excellence and artistic achievement.
by Nina Zhuo
[pc: Marina Takara]
Our Editor in Chief details a personal story that inspired her to pursue creative writing as a child and to start this digital publication as a teenager.
by Marina Takara
[pc: Marina Takara]
The Yellow Cardinal's Art Director recounts her history with art, walking us through her journey of discovering which mediums speak to her the most.
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