“Self Portrait” by Katie McDowell (18), New Orleans Center for Creative Arts "An Old Man in Military Costume" by Simone Wuttke (18), Dartmouth College (recent Benjamin Franklin High School graduate) "This oil on canvas painting is inspired by Rembrandt's 'An Old...
I have sat with anger ingrained in my ribs night after night. I know the five stages of grief. Why am I so stuck on anger? Denial was the first one. It hit when I stood in front of my fridge all alone in my house with my knees wobbling, staring at the screen on my...
Partner Yoga Poses by Laurie Azzano of Lolo’s Youth StudioYaaaas, finally! Hello, summer! Inhale deadlines. Exhale freedom. If you’re like most, summer represents one big sigh of relief. No more early morning alarm clocks, homework, tests, school drama, or crazy,...
Makes 20-24 brownies (depending on how big you slice them) BAKE TIME: 30 minutesIngredients 6 eggs 1 1/3 cups all-purpose flour 3 cups brown sugar 1 cup white sugar 2 sticks butter 1/2 cup Crisco shortening 1 1/2 cups baking cocoa powder 3/4 teaspoon salt 3 teaspoons...
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or any form of mental distress, reach out to someone right away who can be there for you. Professional help is always an option when your psychological well-being is at risk. There is zero shame in...
Teen-Friendly NOLA ClinicsClinics that serve adolescents usually focus on the reproductive health needs of adolescents and young adults but may also provide primary care services. The ages served vary depending on the clinic, but they usually include preteens (11 or...
Have you ever wondered how you can apply astrology to your everyday life but don’t know where to start? Astrology can be very complex and sometimes overwhelming to interpret, so I have compiled a quick guide to help you consciously incorporate daily practices to...
Did you know clothing isn’t biodegradable?That means it doesn’t decompose once it’s dumped in the trash—it just sits in a landfill and creates nasty greenhouse gases in our environment. “We have to think longer and harder about the clothing we wear, where it came...
New Orleanians love their glitter, and, more than ever, we all deserve a little extra sparkle in our lives. Addie Ellis of the local biodegradable glitter company Glitter Nymph shared with us how to make shimmery oil that is good for your skin and nature. Since you...
I Feed Her to the Beast and the Beast is Me by Jamison Shea What it’s about: Laure will do anything to prove a Black girl can be a star in the cutthroat world of Parisian ballet, even make a deal with a primordial power she finds in a pulsating river of blood in the...
Are you looking for inspiring ways to volunteer in the local community while fulfilling your school’s service hour requirements? We’ve talked to some great organizations in the area that rely on volunteers to help their wonderful programs run. Learn more about each...
Imagine that you just found out you are pregnant. For some young people, this may be exciting news; for others, it is not. Questions swirl: How can I take care of a baby and finish school? How can I afford to be a parent if I don’t finish school? How will my parents...
Lucy Scholz is my “shero” because she ran 300 miles from Los Angeles, California, to Las Vegas, Nevada, as part of The Speed Project. That’s roughly like running to Houston, Texas, or Seaside, Florida, from New Orleans! Not only did she win the 2023 competition and...
Careers in Skilled Trades With the cost of college continuing to rise, skilled trade careers are a great alternative pathway to stable, well-paying work and upward social mobility. Many trade workers provide essential services and help build and maintain important...
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by Paula Ferrebus (16),
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts
“Joan of Arc was only 13 when she started having divine visions that instructed her to take up her sword and deliver Orléans from the barbaric Saxons. In 1429, she set out to free Orléans from the English in the name of the king. She became a military leader and known as the savior of France, but the Catholic Church grew suspicious, for how could a woman be led by God in such a way? Unless her sword was being guided by a different power and this young girl was a witch who spoke the Lord’s name in blasphemy. She was burned at the stake for her sins and her service—stripped of her gleaming armor and with her eyes to the skies.”
by Ramiya Carter (15),
Booker T. Washington High School
“This picture represents the essence of Black girl magic. The techniques I used to design this piece symbolize my strength as a young Black girl who is ready to create a world for young Black artists everywhere.”
by Katie McDowell (18),
New Orleans Center for Creative Arts
“These photos feature the beauty of feminine expression. My model, Hazel, designs her own dresses and enjoys nature, something I really wanted to explore when shooting this series. I feel as though all women have their own unique perspective when it comes to what femininity means to them. Hazel’s personality and self-expression are a great example of this.”
by Jaia Cager (16),
New Orleans Charter Science and
Mathematics High School & New Orleans
Center for Creative Arts
“We were assigned to take photos of a classmate in the middle of doing something for my photography class at NOCCA. This stop action shot is of my classmate in the middle of doing a cartwheel.”
by Elina Doddamani (16),
The Willow School
“These images are from a senior session I photographed. The model, Hannah, is a gorgeous young woman from NOCCA. I was able to capture this look by the NOCCA murals. My intent behind senior picture sessions is to capture the model’s personality and empower young women through photography!”
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