Theater provides more than just experience
Sarah Bremme, Staff Writer
October 3, 2012
Filed under Arts
Stagecraft stands its ground and asserts its modern-day relevance in the supportive, educational environment offered by the theater department. Whether they are looking to launch their careers or to learn a little more about the art of acting, students will find themselves welcomed into the world... Read more »
On the Scene- Issue 3
Monique Judge, Co-Opinion Editor
September 19, 2012
Filed under Arts
‘The Subterranean’ at the Torrance Museum On Saturday, “The Subtarraneans” will be on display for its opening reception at the Torrance Art Museum. This exhibit will feature various artworks created by various artists. For the reception, the museum wil be open from 6–9 p.m. The exhibit... Read more »
Welding takes shape in a form of art
Ashley Marie Patterson, Staff writer
September 19, 2012
Filed under Arts
what usually come to mind when arts and crafts are involved, sparks and flames and metal can also be art. Among the classes offered on campus there are also courses such as welding that incorporate art. “Certain metals can be distorted and stretched,” Renee Newell, welding instructor, said.... Read more »
Student captures different cultures through her photos
Victor Liptzin, Staff Writer
September 19, 2012
Filed under Arts
Staring through her Nikon D90 camera, she travels the world and takes pictures of people in their native culture. Hannah Klobuchar, 19, humanities major, enjoys taking pictures of people in countries like Uganda, Africa and Honduras in South America. “I like immersing myself in a different culture,... Read more »
Fifth movie survives from more than a deadly virus
Viridiana Vaca-Rios, Editor-in-Chief
September 19, 2012
Filed under Arts
Dressed in a tight black, leather bodysuit, she swings a long silver chain above her head and wraps it around one of the zombie’s neck, sending the sound of its bones crushing throughout the room. With a mob of flesh-eating zombies chasing after her, she runs to the center of the annoyingly bright... Read more »
Photography students work published in “Best of College & High School Photography 2012″
Kyle Mounce, Staff Writer
September 13, 2012
Filed under Arts
Six EC students recently had their photography featured in the book, "Best of College & High School Photography 2012," Darilyn Rowan, photography professor said. The photographers featured in the book placed in the top 10 percent in a contest judged by several prestigious photography individuals... Read more »
Choreographer inspired through dance
Angela Songco, Staff Writer
September 12, 2012
Filed under Arts
As music plays in the room, he spreads his arms and dances as if his heart and the song’s rhythm beat as one. Mychal Harris, 24, dance major, first found his passion in dancing through the tap dancing classes he took when he was 9. He learned line dancing when he was 11 and hip-hop dancing when... Read more »
International student pursues a drumming career away from home
Brandi Woods, Staff Writer
September 6, 2012
Filed under Arts
With wooden drumsticks in his hands, he beats the cymbals and the drums as if his hands and feet were in sync. At the age of 4 , Hiroki Kitazawa, 21, music major, began playing the piano. However, he figured that he did not enjoy playing the piano and decided to play the drums at the age of 12. “I... Read more »
Library exhibit will reveal hidden talent
Diane Vay, Arts Editor
September 6, 2012
Filed under Arts
With raised eyebrows, Medusa looks to her bottom-left while her parted lips appear as if frozen in a state of shock. Her face, as well as the coiling snakes on top of her head, may make her appear as though she were once alive. Like other artworks on display in the Schauerman Library, she is part... Read more »
Art exhibit reception features live art performances by students
Kenneth Berry, Staff writer
May 17, 2012
Filed under Arts, Top Stories
Life-like puppets hang from the ceilings while large colorful paintings, photographs, graphic designs and drawings brighten the white walls throughout the room. Metal jewelry, glazed ceramic dishes, bronze casting pieces and various clay sculptures fill cases on the display floor. While each piece... Read more »