Category: Veronika Kowalski

Summer 2018

8/23/2018

As you all savor those last few days of summer, check out some of the wonderful work below! We wrapped up the 2017-2018 school year with all the remaining pieces and they are all so imaginative and well made. We feel so honored to have been bestowed upon so much great work. Thank you.
*Click on the words in lilac to go directly to the article, photo, or art piece. Or you can check it all out by scrolling through the art&photo or writing tabs. Enjoy!

Been There. Done That.
Kimya Firoozan

In this short and simple haiku, the author describes the sadness she experiences, brought on by her bouts of loneliness and self-isolation.

Black n White
Kimya Firoozan

The author describes someone who is important to them. Through their appearance, this special someone changes the author’s perspective on what looks convey about a person.

Oh, Dear
Kimya Firoozan

chasing the wild deer,
and following the roe.
my heart is in the highlands,
wherever i go.
~Imkay

No Time
Jessica Jiang

In this poignant piece, Jessica explores the nostalgia and heartbreak experienced when someone once loved now seems to have all the time in the world, but none of it for you.

Sweetheart
Jessica Jiang

With its sporadic yet meaningful capitalization and smooth but unusual flow, the poem captivates the affects of appearance and false love.

Ten Tickles
Veronika Kowalski

How many tickles does it take to get an octopus to laugh?
~Veronika

Hand In Hand
Carolyn Fontanez

In this beautifully written poem, the author clearly describes someone who took her in as one of her own. In response to these touching actions, the character supports them through love and affection.

Ode to Eight Hours
Maggie Liu

In this quirky poem, the author describes the relief and astonishment one may feel after a productive day’s work. Her efforts proved to be effective, as she was rewarded with a comfortable sleep.

Sunset
Yasmeen Hassan

I got really into photography over the summer and I took many really nice looking pictures that I wanted to share.
~Yasmeen

Who am I?
Brian Zhang

Can you guess what object Brian is describing?
All will be revealed in the last stanza of this playful poem.

Friendship
Brian Zhang

In “Friendship”, Brian explores the despair that comes with loneliness, and how, despite this, people have the power to establish companionship that gives them solace.

In the Light of the Moon
Julia Pepper

Check out the art department for Julia's second abstract piece that is intriguingly mysterious, well composed and creative.

It's Easy to Break Things
Vanessa Lam

Vanessa describes how one experiences anger and the consequences of such in this thought provoking poem and I'm sure we can all relate.

Dream Journals
Veronika Kowalski

We have THREE new dream journals for you this time!

Man Named Amy
An encounter on a train quickly goes from uncomfortable to chilling.

Thief
A dense forest, a boy running, and a thief ahead of him. This story will leave you wondering about the fate of the characters long after you have read it.

Door
A suspenseful tale of the events unfolding in a dark room. With a murderer close by, there’s no knowing who could be the next victim!

New Photos

We have even more photographs! From cute animals to haunting bridges, our amazing photographers capture life in the city. Look for new photographs by Claire Tempelman, Kimya Firoozan, and Carolyn Fontanez.

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April Editions

3/31/2018

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Hello everyone! Spring Break is finally here. Happy Easter! This issue is designed by our all new web and assistant directors Meril and Veronika, so welcome them to the team!

Stuy Says Enough!

Blue Scooter

Caroline Magoc
(featuring art by Arkara Boonthong)

Veronika Kowalski
(featuring art by Hiruni Kumari)

With gun violence, statistics and reasoning often fail to replicate emotion and experience. Join Caroline in this moving narrative in a collab with Stuy Says ENOUGH!

Veronika convinces a policewoman she isn’t a runaway.

Plans For Tomorrow

imkay
(featuring art by Veronika Kowalski)

After some serious contemplation, the author comes to terms with her existential crisis.

this is who you (i) are (am)

Fariha Mabud
(featuring art by herself)

who said falling in love was ever easy

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Valentine's Day

2/11/2018

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Check out our first Valentine's day themed installment with new art, poems, photography and short stories. Don't worry if you aren't in a relationship this year; your love for literature and art will last forever!

Dear Mr. Wind
Maggie

In an airy yet sentimental letter, Maggie comes of age as she is guided by the support of Mr. Wind. Join Maggie in this emotional exploration of urban life and growing up.

Mend
Syeda Rahman

It’s that time of year again, when you heart could really use a mend. In a special Valentine's Day poem, Syeda talks about self-love and getting through another Valentine's Day alone.

I, Dreamer
Andrew Ng
(With art by Hiruni Kumari)

In this vivid short story, Andrew uses satirical wordplay to emulate the over-the-top imagery and intricate beauty of the novel Madame Bovary.

*This story was originally submitted as an essay for European Literature class.

Next To Me
Alice
(With art by Hiruni Kumari)

In a brief, cute poem, Alice plays on the themes of envy and love to craft a memorable, light read.

Dream Journal #2
Origami Boats
Veronika Kowalski
(With art by Hiruni Kumari)

In the second installment of the epic dream journal series, Veronika gives us a short story about oragami boats and playing cards.

Stare
Lea Shvarts

Don't forget about the art department where you can check out this great piece. Lea uses ink to convey the effect of light on the human face and highlight the natural beauty of all facial features.

*Note: Thank you all so much for submitting! If you don't see your piece here yet, it will eventually come out! We just want to space out our publishing, so stay tuned!

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January Editions

1/26/2018

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Check out all the new pieces published in January! To read one, just hover your mouse over the title and click! Thank you for visiting!

Lessons (A Palindrome)
Corinne Pita
With photography by Alisha Heng

Corinne discusses what it means to have a truly happy life in this witty palindrome. What's a palindrome you ask? It's something that can be read backwards and forward and still be enjoyed. Check it out and remember to read it both ways!

Dream Journal: Subway
Part 1
Veronika Kowalski
(Featuring art by Hiruni Kumari)

Veronika shares her wild, elaborate dream of a subway car as the first entry in a new recurring series of Veronika's dreams. Join her in this raw, uncut story.

Standoffish
Grace Goldstein

In a intimate narrative, Grace describes what it's like to genuinely express herself and her beliefs, despite the criticisms from the society around her.

New Photo Collection
Various Photographers: Joseph Yu, Alisha Heng, Claire Tempelman (and featuring Matylda Urbaniak)

Check out all new, amazing pieces of photography took by our amazing photography department. They explored the theme of urban art this month.

Ingénue
Julia Pepper

Check out the art department to see this beautiful piece. Julia explores the theme of an ingénue and naïvity in this coming-of-age piece.

*Note: Thank you all so much for submitting! If you don't see your piece here yet, it will eventually come out! We just want to space out our publishing, so don't worry!

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Grand Opening

1/20/2018

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Basketball Uniforms
Veronika Kowalski

Veronika is confronted by two mysterious vendors who claim to be selling basketball uniforms.

Foreword
Andrew Ng

Andrew discusses where "The Moonlight" got its inspiration for its name, in vivid language.

January Selects
Various Photographers

Check out the latest submissions on our art and photo page, submitted by Joseph Yu and Talia Pomeroy.

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