By: Eliyah L. '26
We are proud to introduce a new feature in The Trailblazer: authentic stories told by the voices that make Sierra Canyon extraordinary—our students. Written by Trailblazers themselves, these articles capture the true spirit, innovation, and energy of Sierra Canyon through the eyes of those who live it every day.
On Friday, September 19, a group of Upper School students enrolled in Honors English III and AP Studio Art took a daylong field trip with their instructors to The Broad in downtown Los Angeles. Expanding on their classroom studies, students were immersed in contemporary art by influential artists such as Jean-Michel Basquiat, Cindy Sherman, and Andy Warhol, along with Jeffrey Gibson's special exhibition.
As the focal point of the trip, Jeffrey Gibson: the space in which to place me deals extensively with the 53-year-old artist's Native American culture, implementing bright kaleidoscopic colors, unique beadwork, and elevated sculptures. By observing Gibson's eccentric work, students in Honors English III were seeking a deeper understanding of a book they are studying called There There. Published in 2018, the debut novel by Cheyenne and Arapaho author Tommy Orange follows 12 characters as they search for belonging while discovering their own Native American history and culture.
AP Studio Art students also found inspiration in the city's premier contemporary art museum. Surrounded by artistic masterpieces, these sustained investigations serve to provide a fun learning experience while impacting the students' final portfolios, says Ms. Sloan, chair of Sierra Canyon's Visual Arts Department.
Aiden G. '26 was thrilled he could experience art firsthand. "We were so lucky to see such culturally significant works," he says. "I also had such a blast being there with friends and collecting inspiration for my own projects."
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