Poetry Corner
RainstormHannah Grace Wang Awakened by the storm,you’re never the same afterwards.When it rains, streams become rivers.Rivers flush away the debris,…
Hannah Grace Wang
Staff Writer (Volume 49) — Hannah is a third-year student double majoring in Communications, Culture, Information and Technology and Professional Writing and Communications. In her spare time, Hannah can be found running her sticker shop The Aesthetics Studio and listening to true crime podcasts while drawing. Hannah’s previous publications include UTM's Professional Writing and Communication official journal of creative non-fiction Mindwaves Vol. 15 and research in Compass Vol. 9. Hannah was also an associate editor for Compass Vol. 9. Find Hannah on Instagram and LinkedIn.
Logos are totally overrated
But marketing and brand design are not, there’s a difference.
I’ve long held the belief that logos are overrated. Taken out of context, a lot of logos are just average…
Poetry Corner
The seashore kelp that waits for the wavesMaryam Uddin My ambiguous yearning for you gradually gathersLike silky seaweed at the…
First day reflections
Note to self: The first day doesn’t matter that muchHannah Grace Wang The first of anything is always exciting, especially…
Not all passive voice is bad
The first thing they teach you in English classes is: don’t use the passive voice. I strongly believe that not…
Love is in the ‘gram
An exploration into how we display affection on social media.
Come every February, stores start selling Valentine’s Day themed candies, stuffed bears, and chocolates. With all the “I love you,”…
Poetry Corner
once upon a timeYasmine Benabderrahmane curled against the blaze of a dull fire,streaks of light, shadows dance against her skin.gathered…
Yes, I have a small business and no, it’s not all glamour
Being a small business owner does not mean you’re a millionaire.
My name is Hannah. I’m a third-year student at the University of Toronto Mississauga (UTM) and a small business owner….
Drawing with passion: An interview with comic artist Jon Kenzo Okeya
Here’s what one artist has to say about creating comics and struggling to perfect artistic skills.
I first came across Jon Kenzo Okeya’s Instagram (@kenzo_illustrations) when his wife Audrey (@audreyokeya) reposted a story that tagged Jon….
Here’s why John Constable’s paintings matter
The 19th century landscape painter couldn’t have predicted our climate today, but he sure wouldn’t be happy.
John Constable was a 19th century landscape painter known for his romanticist paintings of the English countryside. Born in 1776…
How digital art is eco-friendly
Considering the sustainable aspects of digital art and how it impacts our current climate.
Digital art is becoming more prominent than ever. With devices such as iPads and Wacom tablets, drawing digitally is efficient…
Angela Lansbury’s legacy in Murder, She Wrote
The actress’ beloved role in the cherished mystery series has reshaped female cinema and captured fans worldwide.
British-Irish-American actress Angela Lansbury, known for her starring role as Jessica Fletcher in the 12 season crime-mystery TV series Murder,…
Social media burnout is more common than you think
What it is, how to spot it, and ways to prevent it.
Working with social media is often seen as glamourous, easy, and nothing more than just making fun TikTok videos or…