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“If you ask me what I came to do in this world, I, an artist, will answer you: I am here to live out loud.”
― Émile Zola
― Émile Zola
Street Art at the Class Games!by Meche Williams '19 On tuesday September 12, 2017, there was class games and the activity was street art painting held right in front of Gallup High School on the road, it started at 5:00 pm. All four class (seniors, juniors, sophomores, and freshman) compete against one another for the best street art that represents their class and includes the 50s theme. They had a total of 2 hours to get it done only using the four colors given to them, which are orange, white, black, and their class color. Freshman class of 2021 (Green) Question: How do you feel about your class street painting? And which one do you think is best out of all 4 classes? Alizay Chavez: Class street painting was very fun. I believe that it went very well for our first time doing it. Out of all the classes I think that the seniors had the best painting. Sophomore class of 2020 (Yellow) Junior class of 2019 (Red) Question: How do you feel about your class street painting? And which one do you think is best out of all 4 classes? Prina Patel: Despite everyone having great street paintings, juniors really had the best. Our class worked together and completed the task efficiently, and the painting was splendid. Christopher Mazon: Our class street painting came out better than everyone expected. The class worked together as a team to complete the task. I'm really proud of what we accomplished. All of the classes had great street paintings this year, but I'd have to say my favorite is the juniors. Senior class of 2018 (Blue) Question: How do you feel about your class street painting? And which one do you think is best out of all 4 classes? Anonymous: Our street painting could of been way better. We had a plan but as people got excited they stopped doing what made sense. The best class painting was probably from the sophomores. They put a record track into theirs and it looked sick! Tyler Gonzales: Our Senior class painting was overall a success we did end up having some flaws with the paint because it didn't come out as expected, but yet it was a very fun experience, especially for my last street painting in high school. I say the senior class was and is the best out all four classes because the senior class has a better layout in their area of painting as well as an outstanding drawing to go along with our 50s theme. Movie Review: Get Outby Rocco Addington '20
Restaurant Review: Breakfast Burrito at Earl's Family Restaurantby Sage Addington '18
If you’re looking for a good breakfast with some great chili, the breakfast burrito at Earl’s can fill up anybody on a reasonable price. Go on and give it a try! Artist Appreciation: Jakyra Johnsonby Shawn McCraith '18 Jakyra Johnson is a wonderful and zany young lady that draws/paints whatever she chooses. She is a senior this year and not a whole lot of students have seen her artwork. Her works are filled with so much color that it feels like you are walking the Rainbow Road from Mario Kart. Creating and producing art is a natural skill she has and it should be showcased to all who like amazing art. In this interview she gives insight on how long or what takes place when she flexes her creative abilities. Question: How long does it take to complete a project and what is your favorite media? Johnson: It really depends on what I am designing. It also depends on what type of materials I’m using. Usually I typically spend a month on each project to perfect it. My favorite medias are oil pastels on canvas. Oil pastels are my favorite and for me, easier to work with. Question: How will art play a role in your future? Johnson: Well, I always dreamed of being a surgeon or a pediatric doctor. Art doesn’t really fit in with what I want to do, but I could do volunteer work for many places. I could paint murals for like the hospital I work at. Art does have a big impact in my life though, it makes me feel like me and my dad will always be together because my dad’s a really good artist. This is one of the many reasons why we connect. Question: Which colors do you experiment with the most? Johnson: The cool colors are what I experiment with the most. I think they’re such delicate pigments. I like to lighten and darken them and mix them together to create “new” colors. Question: What are the expenses of an artist that likes to express themselves all the time? Johnson: It’s a nightmare. I mean it’s not too bad, unless you’re my dad or with my dad. My dad likes to get me the “good stuff” and that could mean a lot of money signs, but he knows I love art as much as he does. Question: How do you express yourself through art? Johnson: I guess you could say I express myself with the pigments I use. Most of my artwork is bright. I’m a happy person, so I think using bright colors really tell who I am. I express myself with every piece I make. Question: What helps the thought process of creating something beautiful and meaningful to you? Johnson: I really refer to my memories and family. Both of which I hold dearly to my heart. They have a big influence on my art. Question: Do your emotions affect the way your art is created? Johnson: I wouldn’t think my emotions affect my art. If I set myself to create such a perfect piece, then I will do so and make sure it’s as perfect as can be. What really affects my art, is lack of concentration. I have to be focused to work on my art or else I will never get it done. So much can be done, but in the end it is all worth it and Jakyra has informed us so. Art is not easy and is definitely not as appreciated as much as it should, but it is terrific. She has many ties with her dad and draws inspiration from family which is what almost anyone would do. WEEKLY POLLLast Week's Poll Results!Last week we at Ambush! asked our readers what is their favorite media to work in. 50% of poll takers said they prefer paint, 37% said pens/pencils, and the other 13% said colored pencils.
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