Being an amateur photographer, I find photography is a wonderful art form, and you don’t need expensive equipment to produce great photos! Here are some tips that can help eliminate those blurry or over exposed pictures, and for creating lasting memories and more clear and concise images. 1. Try steadying the camera by either using a tripod…
“Imagine waking up every morning believing that your actions can make a significant change in the world.” I had the privilege of attending a keynote presentation made by the remarkable Craig Kielburger, an award-winning child rights activist. He inspired the University of Calgary students, staff, faculty and the community on how to take action and…
My Side of the Story A short story by Lisa Bui “What a miserable autumn morning”. I huddled against my rag blanket to keep myself warm from the cold, howling winds. I was waving a small, cracked bucket in front of me, in hopes of a caring passerby to throw me a meager coin. Crowds…
Calling out to all high school students in Diefenbaker, Pearson, Churchill, and Western! This February-March, a picture taking marathon is taking place to raise awareness and money for Red Cross’s Child Advocacy and Rehabilitation Program in Liberia. The money raised will help rehabilitate child soldiers and orphans back into society. You can participate by picking…
It’s a blissful life for a writer… or is it really? Yann Martel with his novel “Life of Pi”, image credit: Jonathan Evan WordFest WordFest, in its 15thyear, is an international writer’s festival that brought many great and interactive events between writers and readers! Over 65 events occurred, such as reading, poetry and spoken word…
Various astounding art pieces were displayed for Epcor Centre’s Celebration For the Arts – 25 years in the community – in the Jack Singer Hall on Sept. 18 and 25. Many speeches were made by prominent patrons of the arts, including Peter Lougheed and Jeanne Lougheed, a message from the former Governor General Michaelle Jean and several…
The Last Dog of War The Last Dog of War is the personal narrative of a relationship between a woman and her father as they venture together to her father’s last squad reunion dating back to World War II. WeiJia (my usual partner in blog) and I had the most spectacular chance to watch this…
What is it like to be the daughter of a war veteran? Playwright Linda Griffith’s narrates her personal tale of the trip she takes with her father to his last RAF bomber squad reunion. A unique one woman show narrates the war of the then and now: of one between the Allies and Nazis and…
The Wonder of Chopin was the opening performance to start off the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra season, and this spectacular piece sets the bar high for this year. The Wonder of Chopin celebrated Frederic Chopin’s 200th birthday, highlighting his Polish heritage and culture. Calgary featured its own Polish Calgarian, accomplished pianist Jan Lisiecki in Chopin’s Piano Concerto No.…
“For me, it’s being the complete musician.” – Georgy Tchaizde, on what makes a good pianist. On Saturday, Sept. 25, we celebrated the Epcor Centre 25th anniversary. The Epcor Centre is often called the “cultural beacon” and “heartbeat” of Calgary. What aspect of Calgary appealed most to the Tchaidze? According to the pianist, “It’s very quiet here.…
It seems that natural disasters are just taking over the headlines – what with the devastating earthquakes in Haiti and Chile, the flood in the Philippines and now the recent floods in Pakistan, the world needs a little help to get back up onto its feet. Some of that help was raised on Sept. 12,…
“Never, never, never give up“ -Winston Churchill. YAA: Despite only having attended Lester B Pearson High School for five months, Daynia Nelson has caused a noticeable ripple in Pearson’s fine arts program, being actively involved in the choir and drama program. This happy-go-lucky youth with unyielding and compassionate enthusiasm makes even the most dour youths…
Over the course of summer, some exciting volunteering projects definitely occurred, such as GlobalFest, Afrikadey!, Shakespeare in the Park, ExpoLatino, and the Bow River Flow Festival! However, Camp Bonaventure spans over the whole summer, and is undoubtedly one of the most fun and unique volunteer projects available through Youth Central! Every day is different, and…
Desiree Dang is a hopeful dreamer. Why? She faithfully believes in the good of others and brings out their best. This amazing actress lives life in the moment and shares that it’s not only okay to channel your childhood, but we must also embrace the youth that often escapes the heart, like the simple happiness milk…
I have a bike, I have a river, and I have some time. What should I do with all three? Volunteer at the Bow River Flow Festival, or bike around the Bow? I did both at the second annual Bow River Flow Festival, promoting self-powered transportation, environmental art, and celebratory music occurring alongside Memorial Drive. Not so…