Ishay Ribo’s Successful Modern Take on Jewish Music
Learn more about Ishay Ribo’s groundbreaking Jewish music which connects Jews from all walks of life and how he became the first Orthodox Jew to perform at Madison Square Garden.
Jennifer Gujda: Polish Folk Dancing
In my video, experience the heartbeat of Poland through its five national folk dances – Krakowiak, Polonaise, Mazur, Kujawiak, and Oberek. Rooted in centuries of history, these dances mirror the customs and lifestyles of the Polish people, weaving a tapestry of beauty, pride, and tradition. From the elegance of the Polonaise to the spirited dynamism of the Oberek, each dance tells a unique story, reflecting the nation’s rich heritage. Join me on a captivating journey through the vibrant rhythms and intricate movements that encapsulate the soul of Polish culture.
Wartime Perspectives
Every person sees and understands events differently depending on their age, gender, social position, beliefs, and values. Our exhibit shows these perspectives as they pertain to war.
Five Worlds of New York City
Explore the five worlds one city has to offer!
Mushroom Bag
This bag is exploring yarn as a medium and a functional piece of art. Different techniques were used to demonstrate the abilities of yarn in 2D and 3D forms.
Matisyahu
Hasidic Judaism and Reggae. Did you think those two terms would be in the same sentence? Come explore Matisyahu and his journey in spirituality and music.
Leaping on The Concrete Stage
Joffrey Ballet School has been part of NYC’s dance history for 60+ years. Our Prezi and painting presents Joffrey’s significant history, values, and ongoing impact to the world of dance!
Kimchi Grooves
Kimchi Grooves – combining two cultures with the love of music and cooking.
The Art of Protesting
If art can be political and protests can be political as well, can protesting be considered art? This idea will be further explored in our zine.
Shashmaqam: Rachel Pakan STEAM Festival Project
Shashmaqam, meaning “six modes,” is an ancient Central Asian music tradition originally performed in Islamic communities that was spread to the United States and Israel by Bukharian Jews.
Bengali Cultural Non-Profits: The Bridge between Bangladesh and the USA
This is a website that talk about how Bengali cultural organization helps to bring Bengali culture into the USA while including western value to make it accessible to enthusiastic non-Bengalis.
A Walk in NYC
In a vast city like New York City, where would you want to take a walk and observe? For us, it was every part of NYC!
Values of Macaulay
keith haring inspired macaulay stickers
Evolution of Hip-Hop
Everyone loves hip-hop. Come along to know more about how it became to be.
Spider-Verse in the “Art of New York”
My video essay where we hangout and analyze the released Spider-Verse movies discussing how New York is included in the movies, and why animation is art!
The Blades of Love
I pray today to shield the blades of love
that scatter end to end to take my life.
To move away the sirens and the dove.
And keep away all people from its knife.
There’s still a time for joy under the sun.
The blade can’t stand the wounds of joy and fun.
Our Monument
In envisioning our monument, our goal was to encapsulate an overlooked facet of life in New York, forging a unique representation that resonates with the often unnoticed narratives within the city.
Taylor Swift, Olivia Rodrigo, and Modern Love
If you’ve heard the radio or scrolled through social media recently, you’ve definitely heard snippets of Taylor Swift or Olivia Rodrigo. But, have you considered their relation to modern love?
What’s So Great About New York?
In this project, I explore what it means to be a part of a subculture in New York City using two of my favorite films/tv shows.
The Art of The New York Philharmonic
Music has been near you all along! Near the Macaulay building, a phenomenal symphony orchestra presents its talents for everyone to see. Dive in to the hidden roles to when it comes to making this happen!
The Tale of Tau
An investigation into an art piece, its creator, and an odd but fascinating journey beyond the courtyard of Hunter College.
Art Beyond Bars: Transformative Narratives in the Age of Mass Incarceration
Unlock the power of art in “Art Beyond Bars,” where Kenneth Reams and Jesse Krimes illuminate the unseen world of mass incarceration, weaving poignant narratives for societal change.
Untitled (Radiohead)
Experience the fusion of Basquiat’s iconic “Untitled (Skull)” painting with the mesmerizing world of Radiohead album art. Click to explore this unique blend of visual and sonic art!
I Love You Too
Different cultures have different ways of expressing love. Love is multidimensional and is prevalent even in different family dynamics.
Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow
What if Shakespeare’s Macbeth met Frank Herbert’s Dune…
Experimental Rap in New York City
Indulge in a quick read discussing two emerging experimental hip-hop artists based in New York City.
The Sounds of New York City
An audio track that captures both the personal and universal sounds of New York City which defines our auditory identity within our loud and busy city
Archaeology in NYC
Come with us to a short trip to the Repository in NYC! This project highlights three main artifacts that were shown during the trip and can be connected back to modern-day NYC! It will be a trip to the past, but shows the progression of our beloved city, New York!
The Genuis of Stereophonic
This slideshow provides information about “Stereophonic”, a play by David Adjmi. We will go over Adjmi’s reason for creating this play and his vision, the characters we meet along the way, and the bigger pictures of this story.
Ishay Ribo
This video explores French-Israeli musician Ishay Ribo and his popularity amongst both secular and religious Jews all over the world.
Stories Beyond the Stones
In an ever-changing society reflecting different values across time, don’t dismiss that giant sculpture before diving into the stories it had once told and the guarded tales of the silent.
Explore the Highline!
Come with us to explore the High Line. This historic pathway leads you into New York City’s past, nature, architecture, and the arts.
Filmfarsi
An essay-film about Iranian pre-revolutionary popular cinema known as Filmfarsi. An essay-film about Iranian pre-revolutionary popular cinema known as Filmfarsi. You’re in luck, in my presentation I summarize and take you through the entire film, my groups reaction on the film, and its relevance.
A New Way To Enjoy Momos
A mashup between Mexican artwork called artesanias and Nepali dumplings called momos, we demonstrate how to make momos from scratch using artesania bowls.
The Evolution of Bollywood Music
Explore the evolution of Bollywood Music through the decades and gain insight on the different styles it encompassed to create what we know today as modern Bollywood music.
Colombian Cumbia
Step into the vibrant world of Colombian Cumbia with traditional drums, indigenous flutes, and the elegant twirls of the traditional dance.
Ghost of NYC Past
Inspired by Banksy and “Style Wars,” Jamaica Ave and the J train get a blast from the past. Based in my hometown, I illustrate how the trains used to look when graffiti was on the uprising.
Hispanic Music and Culture in the U.S.
The video goes over one of the biggest singers of our time, Selena Quintanilla.
Ari Sacks- My Little Town
Music by Contemporary Jewish Artists Reflecting on the Holocaust and How it Affects Modern Secular and Religious Jewish Values .
Persian Influence on American Music
Discover the captivating journey of Andy Madadian, the ‘Prince of Persian Pop,’ who bridged cultures with his music, leaving an indelible mark on both Persian and American hearts.
Cultural Diversity in NYC Art
This project is an analysis of the immense cultural diversity available in NYC and how it bridges together.
Tricky Triptychs
Triptychs: the 3-in-1 paintings of the Renaissance.
Banksy: Mainstream or Subversive?
Two zines in one examining both sides of the debate on whether Banksy is now a mainstream artist.
The Waves and Crashes of a Dance
This is an analysis of a cultural dance that is significant in Mexican culture, that goes into a general understanding of traditions and their impact on society in Mexico.
Perception of Art
Ever wonder how other people see art? What factors impact your perception of art? Here we discuss how different factors or forms of art can influence your perception in different ways.
Rishall Studio
Our project features a poster that advertises a hypothetical event that we came up with. The event is a mashup of two cultures, Jamaica and Uzbekistan.
An Operatic Journey
Have you ever wondered about the world of Opera and its connection to our current society? Well, as someone who studied Opera, my project is here to help that curiosity!
Sounds of Home
Our video focuses on silence, noise, and voices, particularly those of our mothers. As the video starts, we are looking through family photo albums and recognize that in each photo, our mom is there, supporting us from afar. The video then pans over all of the tasks that our mothers complete for us throughout our lives so that our hands are empty and have the opportunity to create something magical.
