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The Student Art & Literary Site of Community College of Allegheny County

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The Student Art & Literary Site of Community College of Allegheny County

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The Student Art & Literary Site of Community College of Allegheny County

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This image of the roller coaster, Phantom's Revenge, was taken and edited to give the viewer the impression that this was taken by an old fashioned camera during the early 1990s. The original Steel Phantom was built in that decade and the photographer wanted to capture that time period in which it was built in, so she edited it accordingly.

PHOTOm’s Revenge

Mira Koster
June 9, 2025
This portrait captures the quiet yet profound essence of childhood innocence and faith. The subject, a six-year-old girl, is dressed in a delicate white gown with intricate lace details, evoking the purity and reverence of a sacred moment. Her gentle expression and playful yet intentional gesture—her finger pressed to her lips—invite the viewer into a world of quiet contemplation and unspoken wisdom. The presence of the open book, possibly a Bible, suggests a connection to faith and knowledge. Rather than simply depicting a child at play, this piece reflects the interplay between innocence and spirituality. The dark, subtly textured background contrasts with the brilliance of her dress, symbolizing the light of purity against the complexities of the world. Inspired by the delicate balance between realism and symbolism, I sought to convey more than a likeness; I wanted to capture a feeling—a fleeting moment of serenity and introspection. This painting serves as a testament to the beauty of childlike faith, the unguarded wonder of youth, and the quiet strength found in simplicity. This is not just a portrait; it is an invitation to pause, reflect, and embrace the silent yet profound truths that childhood reveals.

The Girl in White

Yanfei Yu
June 9, 2025
This photo is of Norfolk Southern's General Electric (Wabtec) ES44AC, numbered 8102. It is painted in the scheme of the Pennsylvania Railroad and is one of a collection of locomotives known as "Heritage Units". In this photo, the locomotive is leading a Garbage train out of Conway Yard, formerly owned by the Pennslyvania Railroad, in Baden, Pennsylvania.

The Railroading Keystone of America

Grant Wassil
November 26, 2024
Two empty Norfolk Southern coal trains sitting in West Brownsvile Pennsylvania in 1/9/24

Taking it to the Streets

Grant Wassil, Phoenix Contributor
March 13, 2024
Upon the frozen road, looking through the lens of the golden bridge, the city whispers secrets. Tire tracks etched in ice lead toward Pittsburgh’s heart, where steel meets skyline.

The Lens of the Golden Bridge

K-Andre Harris, Phoenix Contributor
March 13, 2024
A desaturated picture of the L train in Chicago.

Chicago Train

Michael Junker, Phoenix Contributor
March 13, 2024
An evening sunset over a Colorado meadow.

Sunset Over the Meadow

Michael, Junker
March 13, 2024
A large cloud formation over a field in north western Colorado.

Colorado Cloud

Michael Junker, Phoenix Contributor
March 13, 2024

Small town big city

K-Andre Harris, Phoenix Contributor
February 1, 2024
New independent film “Unsung Birds”, written and directed and music by Nelse Dumas Jr. is coming to theaters near you Feb 6th at 7pm at Waterworks Luxury Cinemas and Parkway Theater & Film Lounge Feb 18th at 6pm. $6 tickets at the door. Unsung Birds is about 3 brothers living in a group home with hopes and dreams to become the next big R&B group in the world. As they chase their dreams to become the next big thing, they struggle with the battles of life, relationships and brotherhood in their fight to the top. On their way to the top they meet another brother just as hungry as they are to make It to the top, and things get crazy from there.

Unsung Birds (Movie)

Nelse Dumas Jr, Phoenix Contributor
February 1, 2024
Erie Otters vs. Guelph Storm. Erie Goaltender (#70): Ben Gaudreau. Erie Defensman (#48): Matthew Schaefer, Erie Defensman (#7): Owain Johnston, Guelph Left Winger (#16): Gavin Grunder.

Calm Before the (Guelph) Storm

Grant Wassil, Phoenix Contributor
December 11, 2023
"Mad Chemist" In a long-forgotten science lab.

Mad Chemist

Jared Catron, Phoenix Contributor
September 13, 2023
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