Tag: Art

Mentry Hall shares student art

On the top two floors of Mentry Hall, you are immersed in walls of visual storytelling made by the art and animation majors on campus. The walls are filled with…

COC gives students stress relief through music

When you hear these tunes, you can’t help but smile and want to sit down and play yourself. Four decorated pianos near College of the Canyons Art Gallery are giving…

Artist from Jerusalem shares childhood through demonstration

Naomi Young, an artist from Jerusalem, hosted a vibrant and colorful art exhibit, featuring her first mosaic art demonstration at the Old Town Newhall Library. Young’s inspiration for art bloomed…

COC’s art scene

By Natalie Eastman There are no phones in sight. As the music grows louder, those dancing in a sweaty mob edge closer to the performers. Outside, the atmosphere is quiet…

How does art help senior citizens?

By: Teresa Juarez Art has many benefits, and it can even help senior citizens as they get older. For them, it gives them a goal to strive for and helps…

Students showcase work in art exhibition

Art is a beautiful creation and it can really broadcast an individual’s uniqueness. Art can be shown in many forms through poetry and writing, filming and editing and the most…

Spotlight: Luke Bugbee

At first glance he seems to be your average college student. but there is something unique about this young man that sets him apart from the norm.

New exhibit at Art Gallery focused on the Middle East

The College of the Canyons Art Gallery’s newest exhibition is called Garden of the Poet: Iran and Beyond, by Abstract Artist Francine Matarazzo. It will be displayed from now until May…

Opinion: defining art

Art is one of those words that the meaning of has been altered and disputed many times over.

College of the Canyons students show their perspective on the modern arts

For the next month, students will be showcasing their artwork in the College of the Canyons Art Gallery at the 17th Annual Student Art Exhibition.

Taking ‘Madonna and Child’ to the street

The Madonna & Child are familiar visuals during the holiday season from greeting cards to Christmas plays and television classics such as “A Charlie Brown Christmas” all depicting the Biblical…

COC Art Gallery showcases the art of vinyl album covers

A needle rapping on a 78-vinyl record is a rare sight these days, but College of the Canyons Art Gallery brought this blast from the past Thursday when it opened its newest exhibition, Vinyl: The Art of the Album Cover.

Lisa Mott

Lisa Mott is a very passionate art instructor here at College of the Canyons.

The Hart Hall hosts 23rd Annual Art Classic

The Santa Clarita Artist Association presents the 23rd annual Art Classic in Newhall.

Art Gallery featuring COC student work opens at City Hall

The art exhibition featured COC student’s art work from the Graphic and Multimedia Design Program.

Spotlight: Larry Hurst

Larry Hurst is the director of the Art Gallery at the College of the Canyons. Hurst came in as an independent contractor to help build the building. The previous art…

Gerard Burkhart

Gerard Burkhart, a photojournalist whose work was published in Newsweek, U.S News, World Report, USA Today, Washington Post, People, Der Spiegel, gave Cougar News an exclusive interview about himself, his photojournalism career, and what inspired him to come to teach to College of the Canyons.

Dr. Jia-Yi Cheng-Levine, Professor of English and Coordinator of Celebrating the Humanities Program, 2012

Celebrating Art: Toward a Tactile Understanding of Empathy

The Expansive Vision of Hans Burkhardt

College of the Canyons has several art exhibitions throughout the school year.

Upcoming Events In Santa Clarita

Feb. 27 – March 5, 2012 1. What: National Pancake Day – Flip for FREE Pancakes! When: Feb. 28, 6:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Where: Various IHOP locations Since the…

Carmen Dominguez

As the new Dean of COC’s Performing Arts Division, Dr. Carmen Dominguez has brought with her a love and passion for, not just one, but all students striving to better their talents.

New Exhibit at COC Art Gallery

Painter Les Biller attracts many of his followers with his distinct imagery and vibrant colors. “Les is an unusual artist and I don’t think he conforms to any style or…

Art and Crafts Fair at COC

Art Is Everywhere including an Arts and Crafts Fair held monthly at COC.

Opinion: Rock Candy is a Last Resort for Art

Corporate America has made its claim in the Santa Clarita Valley, shoving human life into a mapped out grid. But at least they gave us a mall to ease the suffering of modern suburban living.

Art Start Set To Begin

College of the Canyons artistic programs will open their doors to the public May 13 – 14 for the third annual ARTstART event to promote the arts and culture in Santa Clarita Valley.

Wine & Cheese Tonight in COC Art Gallery

Get a head start on Art Start tonight at the College of the Canyons Art Gallery and enjoy mixing and mingling with art students and instructors. Complimentary wine and cheese add just the right ambience to celebrate the fine art exhibition.

High School Art Instructors and Students Honored

Portraits, paintings, pottery and many more works of art are prominently displayed by Santa Clarita high school students and their instructors at the College of the Canyons Art Gallery.

No Cameras Allowed in One COC Art Class

It’s true, at least in one classroom at COC. As you walk down the corridor of Mentry Hall, a variety of colorful and expressive figures adorn the walls. Something is going on, something vivid, something different but we see it everyday, the human figure. This is a day in life drawing.

Neuwirth Works On Display Through March 3rd

The work of Bob Neuwirth is on display at the COC Art Gallery. The final day of the exhibit is March 3rd.

Daniel Catan Awarded for “Il Postino”

In a small private ceremony at the Santa Clarita Performing Arts Center, Daniel Catan was recognized by the city and county for his work on the smash-hit opera “Il Postino.”

COC Gallery and Political Dept. Host Seminar With Political Cartoonists

The afternoon was sunny and warm as the College of the Canyons Art Gallery Co-Hosted a seminar with the help of the Political Science Department. In attendance, were respected political-cartoonists…

Art House Films Are Alive and Well

Art House films are alive and well at College of the Canyons: the independent and often low budget films have earned a solid audience as part of COC’s Friday night…

Artist Paul Conrad Dies; Exhibit on display at COC Art Gallery

It’s the 2nd week of the new semester at COC, and the campus art gallery is opening for the first show of the fall after taking some time off for much needed renovations over the summer. In an impressive exhibit, the gallery displayed works of art from three-time Pulitzer Prize winner, the late Paul Conrad.