Local High School Students Showcase 'Home' in Newhall Library Art Exhibition

The City of Santa Clarita is hosting the 'From the Sweet Flypaper of Life' art exhibition, featuring photography by high school students from the CalArts Community Arts Partnership (CAP) Photography Lab Program. The exhibition will take place at the Old Town Newhall Library Branch, located at 24500 Main Street, from May 10 to July 16, 2024. An opening reception is scheduled for May 11, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m., offering light refreshments and a ceremony to honor the students' achievements.

The exhibition, inspired by the book 'The Sweet Flypaper of Life' by Roy DeCarava and Langston Hughes, explores themes of Black family life in 1950s Harlem. The students have captured various interpretations of 'home,' from physical spaces to emotional sanctuaries, inviting viewers to consider the concept of home.

The displayed photographs are all analog and represent the culmination of a 12-week course taught by CalArts faculty and students. The program teaches young photographers both technical skills and storytelling, enabling them to express their personal views on home.

The CAP Photography Lab Program is open to high school students interested in developing their photography and storytelling skills. Further information about the program and how to apply can be found on the CalArts website.

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