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CCHS senior Calum Cederbaum speaks about her experience sculpting and her fall internship at the University of Georgia.

Business Manager Merren Hines discusses how the creative outlets she has in her life shape her self-expression.

East Athens Educational Dance Center held a performance called “Winning: The Champion Within” on Feb. 22 at the Morton Theatre.

Viewpoints Staffer Sara Stuart acknowledges how she has grown in perseverance while learning to do nails.

CCHS fine arts department teacher Heather Garland shares the rationale behind hands-on learning within her classroom.

Since the 90s, the tattoo industry in Athens has been a robust ecosystem of shops and artists who work to balance the legacies from past shops with their own artistic and business ventures.

Clarke Central High School junior Sterling Williams holds the poster for the Clarke County…

An artist’s work should be separated from the creator to commemorate historical and modern pieces.

Graphic Designer Kimberly Sanabria-Amaya writes about the sentimental value of her past drawings.

Lyndon House Arts Center Art Education Program Specialist William Stephanos speaks on his journey in the art world and his advice for aspiring artists

Each of the many murals adding color to the Athens community present a unique message with different motivations and purposes.

Local business owner Lindsay Short opened vintage store Mother Lode in July as a safe space for customers in the Athens community.

The Athens Institute for Contemporary Art (ATHICA) collaborated with CCHS and Cedar Shoals High School to display student artwork at an event on March 26.

The Clarke Central High School Media Center hosted Athens photographer Jason Thrasher for an artist visit on Feb. 21.

The public was invited to the Lyndon House Art Center’s Student Art Exhibition Opening Reception on Oct. 18, where 217 works of art from K-12 artists across the Clarke County School District were showcased.

CCHS junior Aiyanna Bhuiyan discusses her connection to her art and family with Variety staffer Anna Tenner.

Art from students at CCHS will be featured in the Lyndon House starting Oct. 9 through Jan. 14, 2023.

Art has been foundational for illustrator and Viewpoints staffer Antonio Starks, who uses visual art to reflect on aspects of his character and emotions.

During the 2021-2022 school year, art department teachers at CCHS added new electives to provide students with a place to learn and grow, regardless of their artistic ability.

Pride Club at CCHS seeks to offer a space for LGBTQ students to build community and educate the CCHS student body.

CCHS teachers unveiled a mural on Oct. 7 as a part of CCHS’ 50th anniversary celebration, commemorating the school’s long history.

Throughout her life, CCHS senior Anastasia Mack has found joy and freedom through her art.

Lead Copy Editor Audrey Enghauser reflects on how bullet journaling has changed her mindset about school.

Menu Editor Audrey Enghauser reflects on her passion for making collages and how the art form has given her a creative escape from the stressors in her everyday life.

The Clarke Central High School National Art Honor Society initiated an art project to honor the 100-year anniversary of the 19th amendment.

ODYSSEY illustrator Lilli Sams reflects on how art has impacted her view of the world and how it makes her a better person.

On Nov. 16, the Lyndon House Arts Center hosted the opening ceremony for an art exhibit displaying Clarke County School District student art.

Visuals staffer Audrey Kennedy explains how she sought comfort through her art when dealing with the aftermath of her parents’ divorce.

Clarke Central High School parents and students gathered in room 164 on Jan. 25 to hear an informational about a trip planned by art teacher Jessica Shelden.

Staff writer Coles Ehlers shines a light on CCHS artists.

Sophomore Kiley Hanna talks with Variety Editor Jurnee Louder about what taking an art class is like, her interest in AP Art History and her artistic process.

AthFest, a music and art festival in Downtown Athens, took place on June 24-28.

Julie Alpaugh talks about the CCHS Library hosting the Beyond Borders Art Exhibit for one week.

I have always been an artist. As a child, I would tote my sketchbook around, doodling and creating characters at any free moment. The beauty of art lies in its ability to transcend all levels of education and age, all colors and all nationalities. An image rings through language barriers and connects the minds of the masses.