“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...
Love the cover of this issue as much as we do? The picture was taken by Grace King High School senior Blanca Carolina Dubón during a community-wide photography project earlier this year. Blanca had never thought of herself as an artist until she participated in #EverydayNewOrleans – a local version of The Everyday Projects, which is a global effort to challenge stereotypes through photography. Implemented by the New Orleans Museum of Art (NOMA) and the New Orleans Photo Alliance (NOPA), Nic Aziz, NOMA’s community outreach coordinator, and NOPA photographers worked with New Orleanians from across the city to help them document their daily lives. The results are amazing. Here are some of the other photographs that were taken by female high school students and chosen for the #EverydayNewOrleans installation at NOMA.
“It was such an amazing experience to be a photographer for a week. It made me realize the artistic side of me that I didn’t know existed as well as the beauty and uniqueness of my city.”
Photos by Hillary Avila
Grace King High School
(showing her best friend and fellow #EverydayNewOrleans participant Blanca Carolina Dubón)
“When taking this image, I wanted to express my pride for being an African American female and my love for the urban culture. I hope that when someone else looks at my photo that they realize they should be unapologetic about loving who they are and where they come from. This is hinted at by the nonchalant look on the girl’s face in my image.”
Photos by Martika Carter
Warren Easton Charter High School
Photos by Martika Carter
Warren Easton Charter High School
The everyday life of an athlete. Warming up before our big win at the track meet.
Photos by Kayla Morris
Grace King High School
Photos by Trinity Gaines
Warren Easton Charter High School
Capturing amazing photos every day is easy and fun with your cell phone! No expensive equipment required. Here are a few tips to get you started on your journey to stunning images.
NOMA seeks creative, enthusiastic, dedicated high school students to join the museum team and help shape teen programs at NOMA! Meet teens from around the city of New Orleans, receive community service hours, and develop leadership skills.
Take advantage of the Teen Pass at NOMA. Receive free admission (ages 13-19) to NOMA through the end of 2018 thanks to Te Helis Foundation.
Teens of all ages are invited to a monthly day of service in the sculpture garden. Fall dates are October 13, November 10, and December 8.
For more information, contact education@noma.org.
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