A New Renaissance

A New Renaissance A New Renaissance is a collection of photos featuring students of The VIVA School that conveys the mesmerizing beauty, strength, and creativity of VIVA’s young artists as they powerfully embody the virtues of confidence, perseverance, boldness, regality, and resilience. This collection of images celebrates the dynamic spirit and enduring grace of these talented performers, ushering in a new era of artistic voice and creative power.

A New Renaissance invites each of us to embrace the intrinsic poise and dynamic movement that is inspired by living a life that celebrates our unique and profound identity.

Regal In Red Eloquently stretching through the length of the spine and creating a ripple of energy that envelops her dignity.

“Regality understood is not to hold wealth and hold people in servitude. Regality understood is sharing, providing, and loving your people and yourself. Once this is understood, true regality can be projected and shared with all people.”

- Mudiwa Hargrove, Class of 2025 Personifying Perseverance Poetically hinged and lifting fabric high above her head displaying the human capacity to overcome and triumph.

“When the road gets rough and the path seems unclear, remember that perseverance is not just a choice, it is an unspoken promise we make with ourselves; it’s a commitment that we will keep moving forward no matter what.”

- Casey Hart, Class of 2026 The Color of Confidence Artfully constructed to reveal an arch of the back and an honesty in the eyes that defines confidence in both shape and complexion.

“The liberty to be your authentic self unapologetically.”

- Camila Mercedes, Class of 2024 A Ray of Resilience Gracefully suspended in the air releasing a tapestry of emotions that tell a powerful story of elevating above adversity.

“There are days when I feel like I have spread my body beyond its limit, when I feel like I have lost control, but then I remember my purpose in life and what I want to achieve. I think of dance when I think that I’m on the verge of a breaking point and I know that deep down I am capable and unstoppable.”

- Cydnee Hart, Class of 2024 A Bold Move A backward bend with articulated fingers and a striking gaze embodying one who dares to live boldly.

“Being bold is to be empowered, to conquer, to innovate, to initiate, to lead, to live freely, and it is my birthright to live boldly.”

- Ja’Kyah Vaughns, Class of 2024 Sisley Loubet, photographer, was born and raised in Cayenne, French Guiana. She built a solid and remarkable career, dancing alongside renowned artists such as Rihanna, Beyoncé, Shakira, Katy Perry, Ciara, Jason Derulo, Diddy, Gwen Stefani, Janelle Monae, Mary J. Blige and many more.

She has performed in performances such as the Superbowl Halftime Show 2022, The Vma’s Vanguard Awards with Rihanna, the 2022 Oscars with Beyoncé and the upcoming movie-musical The Color Purple produced by Oprah Winfrey, Steven Spielberg and Quincy Jones.

Along with her dance career, Sisley has pursued her education in Los Angeles, in the fields of Architecture and Spatial Design as well as in Film, at the Art Center College of Design in Pasadena. The idea of merging these new skills between dance and visual arts sparked new enthusiasm.

Sisley has extended her professional experience working with creative studios, television companies, creative directors, directors and artists for diverse projects such as live performances, art installations, TV shows, and music videos.