De Anza student artists draw inspiration from home life, global issues
Briefly

Jean Samson's painting "Moment in Time" highlights the nostalgia of childhood experiences. Her piece is featured among over 160 works at the De Anza College Euphrat Museum of Art, showcasing diverse media by 70 student artists who explore life’s significant moments. Artists like Victoria Almeida and Linda Baker encapsulate the complexities of emotions, counterbalance, and stillness. Similarly, Youssef Hassanein conveys urgency in achieving dreams, while Martin Krikorian's sculpture critiques information overload. Sandy Rojas's painting symbolizes the distortion of reality, symbolizing a common societal theme.
"I realized how much I would miss these small, messy moments from my children's early years."
"It shows the duality of hope and sorrow in a breath."
"They move gently with the world around them, holding space for stillness and change."
"My image reflects my fervent dream to touch time and be able to manage its shimmering glow."
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