Local alt-rock band wins global music contest, recording time
Jiana Smith, Contributing Writer Green and white lights flashed to the rhythm of heavy drums and electric guitars as a crowd formed around the stage […]
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ICA project promotes communication, community through interactive art
Jiana Smith, Staff Writer On a table in the shop of the Institute of Contemporary Art rests an assortment of items: broadsheet newsletters, colorful plastic […]
Undergraduate juried exhibition tackles social issues through variety of mediums
Jiana Smith, Staff Writer Art pieces ranging from colorful oil paintings and framed photographs to mannequins and audio installations filled the gallery spaces of The […]
Alumna aims to document digital self-expression, virtual interaction through painting
Jiana Smith, Staff Writer When the COVID-19 pandemic forced classes online in fall 2020, VCU communication arts alumna Marisa Stratton said that painting her Zoom […]
New RVAFW beauty director aims to uplift local beauticians, promote diversity of beauty
Jiana Smith, Staff Writer Richmond-based hair and makeup artist Brittany Johnson said she never planned to work in the beauty industry. Despite enjoying beauty since […]