4 Brendis Recule brings Library and auto receive new murals unique style to school
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Dragon School students (right) help create the new mural outside the library. By Andrew Watanabe Staff Writer
Brendis Recule models his outfit in a field a flowers.
By Layne Johnson Staff Writer
Self-expression: that is what fashion means to senior Brendis Recule. He describes his style as a compilation of throwback and current trends. Most high school students don’t feel like waking up early in the morning, getting dressed, or coming to school, but Recule does in stride. In the morning he says to himself, “You know what, I want to look good.” That affirmation is what motivates him to be a trendsetter. His love for fashion and
style was ignited by his mother who would design and make clothes. A go-to outfit of his is a tank, jeans, outerwear, and accessories. Rihanna, ASAP Rocky, his own dad, and the legend himself, Prince, are his style icons. Recule often shops at ASOS and thrift shops to find unique items. After high school, Recule plans to move to New York to study and focus on modeling. His goal is to be part of the fashion industry. Be sure to add Brendis Recule on Instagram @brend.ii and on Twitter @cancereyes.
Splashes of paint and streaks of color swim on the walls of the CVHS library and auto shop. Students expressed their ideas with murals including koi fish and words of encouragement. Students from CVHS collaborated with Dragon School, an Oakland nonprofit group which focuses on art and community. “Everyone is invited. We don’t care, it’s not isolated, just us,” said Sage Loring, the executive director of Dragon School. The styles of the artists are unique and diverse, which follows the school’s values. “When people come meet us, they see we got Chinese, we got Filipino, two white
dudes, they see that we are legit, and that it really is just about the art and community,” said Loring. CVHS librarian Dana Adams orchestrated the event. It was one of her dreams to get a mural painted here at CVHS by the Dragon School. She found out about Dragon School while working at an art school for younger children. “This is only the beginning. (Principal Blaine) Torpey said he wanted to do something like this every year, and I really hope we can make it happen,” said Adams. The students and artists, Steven Anderson and Lauren Aragon, worked together to pick the colors and get everything painted. They used a variety of mediums and techniques from stencils to
finger paint. Picking the colors and mixing some together gave everything a unique vibe and allowed the students to create and paint their ideas, passions, and themselves on the walls of the school. “The students were great. They helped pick out the paint and we got to see them express their ideas and really put themselves out their showing their uniqueness,” said Aragon. Everyone involved was elated that they had the opportunity to participate in such an creative event that allowed for new outlets and a different experience. “I like doing murals because it’s a different canvas. Compared to a smaller portrait or a piece of paper, this is more permanent,” expressed junior Britney Fu.
Talented student actors breathe “Guys and Dolls” to life on stage
The cast of “Guys and Dolls” sings and dances on stage. Emma Yin / Staff Writer
Maddy Albright performs a solo as the lead actress. By Emma Yin Staff Writer
Award winning musical “Guys and Dolls” took the stage at CVHS from April 20 to April 29. Together, student actors, singers and musicians worked hard to bring the story of gambling and love to life. Students performed in a rigorous rehearsal schedule and made many sacrifices to perfect the show. “I was so lucky to have the
opportunity to take part in this production; while it can be a lot of work, the musical was well worth it and extremely rewarding,” said lead actress Maddy Albright. On the Friday and Saturday performances, the curtain lifted at 7:00 pm, and Sundays offered matinee performances starting at 2:00 p.m. All shows were performed at the Center for the Arts. The “Guys and Dolls” storyline featured a dramatic
combination of crap games and elopements that kept audience members on the edge of their seats for the entirety of the performance. “‘Guys and Dolls” is a classic show that is fun for everyone,” said instrumental music director Steven Hendee. “It’s got so many great songs in it, everyone will want to sing along,” he said. Actors’ portrayal of characters in “Guys and Dolls” was directed by drama teacher David Judson and dances were choreographed by Katherine Stein.
“The musical was very fun and fulfilling,” said principal violin Jonathan Huang. “It’s been a great pleasure to be
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able to work with wonderful and talented actors, crew, and musicians.”