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T H E P I L O T I S S U E 14
No 01
AICA-LA
When I first started this journey I had no idea what I was doing. I was a senior, I had just finished interning for Nylon and was being thrown a series of professional opportunities. My career was off to a great start, but my reality at Ai was unparalleled. I felt stagnant, I was tired of going to a school that gave me no sense of belonging, and no sense of pride. So one hazy afternoon a couple friends and I decided to make a change; to create something. Something bigger than ourselves, something that would give others a peek into the minds of the students at Ai.
To say it has been hard would be an understatement. We didn’t have a name, we didn’t have a logo, we didn’t have a team. Just an idea, hope, and the courage to risk possible failure. To our surprise, almost no one wanted to help us. Fueled with disappointment, my cofounders and I started recruiting; we chartered the club without even having a name! After a month of struggle and no luck in any department, we got one thing right, our name
— The Harbinger. A harbinger is a forerunner, someone that foreshadows what is to come, but more importantly a pioneer, one that initiates a change. This name became our anthem. By providing a behind the scenes look into the minds of the artists that grace the campus of the Art Institute, we believed we could start a wave of change that would inspire others. In order to do this we needed help. Out of nowhere came a group of individuals that not only understood what we were trying to do, but they themselves were trying to be
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the change that we were hoping to make. They were harbingers, like minded, passionate, and talented. I thank god for the day they came into my life, because since that day they have been the fuel to my heart and the soul of this magazine.
In my last quarter at Ai I felt a sudden urge to take The Harbinger from online to print. I wanted to leave Ai and my team with something to hold, with something that would encourage them (and others) to keep down this track we started. I admit it was a rushed decision, but where would The Harbinger be if we followed rules?
Going to print proved harder than we thought because we struggled to create something compelling and cohesive, but the reality is we are artists, we are random, a little crazy and a bit all over the place. Above it all, we are unapologetic about it. We don’t look for perfection and we are not trying to fit in; we’d rather break the mold than conform to it. Maybe one day we’ll grow out of what some call naïvety. That day is not today.
We wrote about what we know, interviewed those who caught our eye, designed what we imagined and traveled to places unknown to show you a piece of who we are. Not everything was planned, but nothing was an accident. Late nights, booze, the smell of reefer, dreams, goals and imagination is what we give you. A piece of our minds with a chunk of our hearts. This is who we are and this is our beginning.
A Letter From The Editor
ESTEFANI CUEVAS, EDITOR IN CHIEF
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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF / ESTEFANI CUEVAS
CO-EDITOR / DIONTE SMITH + PAUL RAZO
ADVERTISING DIRECTOR / NICK VALDIVIA
CREATIVE DIRECTOR / EDDIE ORTEGA
CO-CREATIVE DIRECTOR / DANIELLE ALLEN
ASSOCIATE DESIGNER / CHLOE THOMAS
CONTRIBUTING ARTIST / NIKO ORTEZ
RESIDENT PHOTOGRAPHER / SASKIA VENET
CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHER / JEANETH ARTEAGA
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS /
FREDDIE MARTINEZ + CHLOE THOMAS
FACULTY ADVISOR / STEPHANIE THOMAS
FASHION ASSISTANT / DENISSE TORRELLA
WEB DEVELOPMENT / NASTASIA GUTHRIE
FOUNDERS /
ESTEFANI CUEVAS + SASKIA VENET + DIONTE SMITH
SPECIAL THANKS /
THE FALLEN HARBINGERS + THE ART INSTITUTE OF
CALIFORNIA — LOS ANGELES + AIGA LOS ANGELES
CHAPTER + AARON POMPEY + CLAUDINE PAPILLON +
NICHET GRAY + PENNY KEY
WWW.THEHARBINGERLA.COM
INSTAGRAM.COM/THEHARBINGERLA
TWITTER.COM/THEHARBINGERLA
FACEBOOK.COM/THEHARBINGERLA
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A LETTER FROM THE EDITOR
KISS MY AESTHETIC
OH MY GLOB!
VISION TO REALITY
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THE CREATIVE ASSISTANT
DON’T SINK YOUR INTERN-SHIP
BLIND AMBITION
BIANCA BEE
#AMOMENTOFSILENCE
#FERGUSON
STYL’D BY BABYLON
@ROXIILUCY
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POETIC REBEL
SHINOBI
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KISS MY ÆSTHETIC
As artists we are a unique group. We
were born with this heightened instinct
to create. We have this overwhelming
feeling in our gut that tells us that to
pursue anything other than art would be
impossible. We burst at the seams with
this unknown force, and it takes all we
have to channel it and share it with the
world. For a true creative to surrender
themselves to a typical 9 to 5 work
schedule would be a nail in our coffin.
We weren’t made that way. Without
our art we become famished. We ache.
What does this mean? Are we self-
entitled? Are we egotistical? Just who do
we think we are? Why do we think that
what’s inside our head has to be shared
with the world? In short, we’re slaves.
Slaves to this fuel inside us. Slaves to
this lifestyle. We struggle. We endure
ridicule. We are misunderstood, and often
looked down on for our extreme courage
to follow our dreams. If this appears to be
egotistical or self-centered then so be it.
We endure scrutiny. Seclusion. Long
hours. And we do what many are afraid
to do — we look inwards and analyze
who we truly are. For better or worse
we strive for the harmony of our inner
and outer consciousness. We strive
for a greater perception of the world
around us. We look deeper. We read
into things longer. We need to be aware
of every angle and every minute detail.
We build the world around all of us. As
artists we are the personification of the
world wide aesthetic. We lay our talents
and hearts on the line. We can be the
strongest, the bravest and the most fragile,
all at the same time. We strive for a sense
of perfection that doesn’t exist. We want
to bring a sense of beauty to this world.
We want you to see us for who we are.
We fight to create a common ground, and
find solace in those that can look at our
art, see the essence of our souls, and say,
“I get it. I feel this too. You aren’t alone.”
WORDS BY / PAUL RAZO
KISS MY AESTHETIC
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1.IN·SPI·RA·TION
something that makes someone want to do something or that gives someone an idea about what to do or create : a
force or influence that inspires someone.
TIPSThere are various resources out there to find inspiration.
Should you ever become stuck: get up, go outside, refresh, reset, reload.
A seven step guide to designing amazing il lustrations
SEEK INSPIRATION
Vision to Reality
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2.CON·CEP·TU·AL·IZE
to form (an idea, picture, etc.) of
something in your mind.
3.SKETCH
a quick, rough drawing that shows the main features of an object
or scene
4.RE·FINE
to remove the unwanted substances
in (something); to improve (something)
by making small changes
TIPSBreak out those pencils and pens. Try not to erase as much. See where your mind takes you. Then work, work, work to get the desired details.
CONCEPTUALIZE,SKETCH, & REFINE
STEPS TWO - FOUR / CONCEPTUALIZE, SKETCH, & REFINE2-4
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5.DIG·I·TIZE
to change (information or pictures) to digital form.
6.TAKE·YO·TIME
to not hurry. the action of getting something done in a
careful way over a long period of time without
hurrying.
DIGITIZE & TAKE YO’ TIME
STEPS FIVE - SIX / DIGITIZE & TAKE YO’ TIME
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TIPSWhether you’re designing in Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, or Adobe Draw Some Stuff Because I Want To, you need to “take yo’ time.” Hurrying only results in careless errors and inadequate artwork.
The more patience you have the better because OH NO, the app just crashed before you saved your progress. Looks like you’ve got to start over.
DIGITIZE & TAKE YO’ TIME
STEPS FIVE - SIX / DIGITIZE & TAKE YO’ TIME
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It’s a song reference. Please don’t be offended. I’m sure you’re a really great person...
With a lot of patience, and focus you can complete any design, be it a 4 hour breeze, or a 32 hour beast you
can design whatever it is that you set your mind on. Just focus, breathe, and let the creativity flow right
through you. Now, be inspired by your surroundings, my children, and multiply. I think that’s how the saying
goes, I could be wrong.
“b*#@! you guessed it!”YOU IS DONE...7.
STEP SEVEN / YOU IS DONE...7
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MODEL NessmaARTIST Danielle Allen
APPLICATION Adobe Illustrator
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Whether it is from the stench in an elevator, the leftover joint pieces that fall from the trashcan, or a smoky haze coming from the top of a parking garage, it’s evident that college students are picking up more than iced coffees on break.
Smoking marijuana and openly participating college students have always gone hand in hand, like a bowl and a lighter. According to a September 2014 report titled ‘Monitoring the Future’ released by the University of Michigan, marijuana use has been rising gradually among American college students since 2006. Over 39% of college students used marijuana in 2013. Daily marijuana use among college students is now at the highest it has been in over three decades.
The reason for the increase in marijuana use may be directly related to the growing number of states that have approved marijuana for medical use in the last decade. Since the passing of California’s Proposition 215 in 1996 and Senate Bill 420, and more recently, Colorado’s highly publicized passing of Amendment 64 in 2012, students around the country are growing more open to adding cannabis to their curriculums. But the reasons art students may be partaking on hitting the toke a little more than usual has a scientific reasoning behind it. According to James E. Lessenger’s book,
Drug Courts: A New Approach to Treatment and Rehabilitation, common symptoms associated with marijuana—euphoria, relaxation, amplified visual and auditory sensations are the result of the drug’s interactions with cannabinoid receptors in the brain. When these receptors reach certain chemicals, which are naturally present in the body, the chemical then helps regulate emotion, pain, memory, and appetite.
Some students interviewed argued that marijuana usage could creatively benefit any major, while other students interviewed felt marijuana leaves you unmotivated and lazy. It is ongoing debate on whether marijuana lessens creativity, or aids it.
A graphic design student, who asked to remain anonymous, claims it helps him get through creative blocks. “I do get more creative. I think about ideas and things to do. Just regular stuff. Like photoshoots with CDs and random objects,” he says, “When I smoke before I work, it’s a little different. Usually, when working on something so detailed, marijuana helps to take a few steps back and just look at it from an outer point of view. You come to different conclusions when you’re high, some that you wouldn’t have come to if you had your nose glued to the screen.”
WORDS BY / DIONTE SMITH
The Creative Assistant
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The science community has always argued whether marijuana is an igniter of creativity. Smoking since the age of 14, this particular graphic design major says marijuana aids him not only with creative blocks, but social ones as well. Suffering from a mild case of social anxiety, marijuana has helped him professionally as well as personally. “It’s brought me closer to people. I suffer from minor social anxiety. So having a session with someone you never knew, can really loosen you up to just share deep thoughts that eventually turn into inside jokes when you’re not high.” One of his fellow classmates and smoking buddy, an advertising major, agrees that weed opens his mind up to a whole new artistic side. “The state of mind it [marijuana] puts me in just allows me to think about things from a different perspective,” he states. “I also feel like my intuition and sense of aesthetic is heightened. I just think it’s good for creativity.”
Marijuana has also been a way for students to get a brief break from Adobe and Power Point projects. “Marijuana puts me in a good mood and I can be productive. Smoking weed is a bonding thing for me and it’s been a bonding thing for a lot of people around the world,” says the advertising student.
There are other students on campus who think different about marijuana and its usage during the college years. While other students may get inspired after a bong hit, some students
find inspiration from things even more natural than weed: living life. “I get inspiration from the people I meet, from running in the mornings, from snowboarding. Inspiration could come from everywhere. Just live your life with an open mind and fill it with diverse activities,” said a culinary student. The culinary student is no stranger to partaking in weed activities himself. At the age of 17, he was smoking every day, even at times foregoing school to enjoy marijuana with his friends. He described these years as some of the most high, and unproductive years of his life. At around age 20, he realized he was no longer getting any positive intakes from smoking and it made him unmotivated and lazy, a common claim that many have for the reasons they don’t partake in marijuana.
A 2013 research study conducted by London’s Institute of Clinical Sciences at Imperial College found that people who smoke marijuana regularly over long periods of time tend to produce less of a chemical in the brain that is linked to motivation. The study found that the long-term cannabis users tend to produce less dopamine, that “feel good” chemical in the brain that plays a big part in motivation. However, smokers on campus scoff at this claim. No matter what research may state about how marijuana may effect motivation, students who smoke admit they won’t quit sparking up in the near future.
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Internships are seen as impending obstacles when in reality they are incredible opportunities. Here are some vital tips to prepare you for your
first internship and help you kickstart your art career.
DON’T LET YOUR INEXPERIENCE HOLD YOU BACK.
Just because you’re young or just starting out doesn’t mean that you’re any less eligible for internships. Internships are meant to give you insight into the industry. 17% of students complete their first internship in their freshman year, while 25% their sophomore year, 21% junior year, and 13% their senior year. Most students start their internships early despite their lack of experience, so you shouldn’t wait. It shouldn’t matter when you do it, but it is important to do it.
WHAT MAKES YOU UNIQUE CAN MAKE YOU IRREPLACEABLE.
Some companies lack diversity. So highlight what makes you unique. If you speak a second language, if you are a part of an ethnic, or gender minority group you can provide a fresh perspective.
YOU WILL HAVE TO ABIDE BY THE COMPANY’S RULES.
You will have to abide by the company’s rules, period.
WORDS BY / FREDDIE MARTINEZ
Don’t Sink Your Intern-ship
NETWORKING IS KEY. Most people get jobs by using personal networks. Network and make tons of connections because you never know when a person can help you get to the next level in your career.
APPLY AND TAKE ON MULTIPLE INTERNSHIPS.
Just because you have one does not mean you should stop there. Work at several internships and get the knowledge you need so you can be ready to walk into your industry with education and experience.
APPLY EARLY FOR INTERNSHIPS. There’s no such thing as too early to apply.
The sooner you start, the better. You will also most likely be paid very low wages if you wait til the last minute to apply for an internship. But, if you prepare there are some seriously competitive internships with great pay.
Unless you snag a highly competitive, well paid internship — make sure you have another source of income.
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For most, graduating would be a welcome relief from the stress and anxieties of school, not so for Edwin “Eddie” Ortega. With already four years under his belt at Ai, the then Graphic Design major decided that he still had more to learn. Though already proficient in the field of Graphic Design, Eddie saw the growth of the web design medium and switched his major to Graphic and Web Design, thus adding time to his sentence here at Ai.
Ambition is nothing new to Eddie. Whether it’s Graphic Design, Web Design, Photography, or Screen Printing, when he finds a new passion, he gives it his all. To put it in his own words, “I’ve always had ideas of making something really big, something huge that everybody will hear about. I don’t want to die and be forgotten. I want go down in the history books for doing something rad.”
That said, Eddie’s ambitions are paralleled only by his generosity and collaborative efforts. He believes that a large portion of education is learned outside of the classroom. It comes from, in his opinion,
working and collaborating with other artists. He lives up to these ideals by bringing fellow designers together as the President of the AIGA club, here at Ai.
As for the future, Eddie is excited to be in on the ground floor of Web Design as a booming medium that marries art and coding in a way thats never been seen before. He has a particular interest in app development. In an ever growing field that is expanding every day, Eddie sees this as the perfect time to pursue and further his ambitions and make his mark in the industry.
And the thing is, when you speak to Eddie, when you see his work, you know something big is in his future. Though incredibly talented, he remains humble and continues to learn everyday. Eddie’s philosophy is, “Never stop being a student. The moment you stop being a student, that’s when you’ve completely fucked up. You always have something to learn; from everything, everyone, and every experience. Just learn.”
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TALKING HER WAY TO THE TOP: BIANCA BEEWORDS BY / DIONTE SMITH
BIANCA BEE
Motivated. Determined. Resilient. Hustler. Talk
show host Bianca Byers, also known as Bianca Bee,
is a 21st century girl boss. As a video production
major, she captivates audiences with her bubbly
personality and talk-show acumen. The talk-show
host is also making waves as a friendly, fashionable
red carpet host.
In the past year, Bianca successfully completed
internships with renowned media companies,
Lionsgate and Oprah Winfrey’s OWN network.
“Women like Oprah Winfrey and Tyra Banks inspire
me. They’re classy, real, honest, sexy women who
are in command…”
Even at a young age, the Motor City native knew she
wanted to make an impact on the entertainment
world. As a high school student, Bianca did more
than attend pep rallies and proms. She graduated
at the age of 17, and bravely moved to Los Angeles
to attend the Art Institute and break into the
entertainment industry.
Bianca worked on a student produced audio show
and was inspired, “If others can put on a show and
use the resources that Ai offers, then why can’t I?
I knew immediately I wanted to create a name for
myself before I graduated. I am determined to work
hard now while in college and not get into partying
and things like that.”
As executive producer and host of The Bianca Bee
Show, she’s in charge of a production team that
films every Friday afternoon. They’ve produced
over 22 shows since launching in 2013. Recently,
she started a new blog, 20s Chronicles, and it
deals with topics like navigating the trials of dating,
building friendships, and finding your passion. 20s
Chronicles introduced Bianca Bee to an entirely
new audience, and motivated her to start the
Bianca Bee Foundation. The foundation is aimed at
young women who, like Bianca, want to be hosts in
the entertainment industry.
“So many girls were emailing me about becoming
a talk show host. A friend, who is a publicist for
Kanye West, suggested I start a foundation. I now
have 11 girls who I regularly work with. I call them
my, ‘Busy Bees.’ These women are from all over
the United States. I’m really excited about this,”
Next year Bianca plans to extend her foundation’s
success by getting sponsorships, putting on
seminars, and even doing some keynote speaking.
Currently, she is laser focused on completing her
education at AiLA and re-branding her show. Bianca
wants the upcoming year to be about restructuring,
but no matter what happens, the talk-show host
maven has no intentions of slowing down anytime
soon.
I now have 11 girls who I regularly work
with. I call them my, ‘Busy Bees.’
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OSCAR GRANT + ERIC GARNER + TAMIR RICE + MICHAEL BROWN
#blacklivesmatter #handsupdontshoot #respect #fifthamendment #equalrights #civilrights #justiceforall #itmuststartsomewhere
#bethechangeyouwanttoseeintheworld
#AMOMENTOFSILENCE
#AMOMENTOFSILENCE
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Believe it or not, the government isn’t going to check your Facebook wall and think, “Wow, we really messed up. Let’s fix everything guys!” Your ranting solves nothing. Now is the time to remain calm. To remain smart. Now is the time to come together and think of ways to fix, and prevent, further injustices. Find solutions and ways to bring them to fruition.
You don’t fight the system, you become it. You must play by their rules until you’re in the position to write those rules. You must beat them at their own game. You must be ready to grasp hold when you see the power shift in your favor. You must be the patient poison that kills the beast.
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#FERGUSON
STYL’D BY BABYLON
WORDS BY / DANIELLE ALLEN
Most people sort through dressers,
drawers, and piles of clothes just to
figure out what to wear. The stress of
finding that perfect outfit really gets
people down. Let Babylon Cartel soothe
all your fashion based woes.
Babylon Cartel is a brand that can be
worn many different ways. Whether
you’re really athletic, bohemian chic, or
punk grunge: Babylon Cartel can suit
your needs. It’s not about what you can
buy, but about what you can do with the
clothes you own.
A basic start is a tee shirt, jeans, and a
pair sneakers. You could wear it bland.
You could wear it bold. You could rip it
up. You could tear it down. There are
limitless options to what you can do
with a little effort, and a lot of passion.
Whether you’re looking to spice up a
tasteless wardrobe, or neutralize a very
vibrant style, it can be done. Babylon
Cartel is a brand that capitalizes on
taking apparel designs and pressing
them to different styles and facets of
fashion.
BABYLON CARTEL CLOTHING CO.
www.babyloncartel.com
instagram.com/babyloncartel
twitter.com/babyloncartel
Female Model – Aspen G
Photography – Anouk Morgan
Makeup / Hair – Brittany Sullivan
Styling Gianni Lee
Male Model – Deion Smith
Photography – Mark Wrice
Direction / Styling – Aaron Ramey
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Grab your phone, tap on Instagram, and type @Roxiilucy. Be prepared to indulge yourself in the life of a girl who runs wild, in search of mesmerizing no one but herself. Her account screams sex and controversy, showing us a girl that you would never want to mess with. Lucky for us, today she’s on our team.
She’s not your typical ‘girl next door’, she is untamed, a proud misfit with a heart of gold. One would never imagine that she was raised in Iran, and that when she moved back to the US she was impressed by the fact that women rode motorcycles. More than a decade from when she landed back in the city, Roxii has developed a personality that could turn her into an LA icon.
@ROXIILUCY
@RoxiiLucyTHE BADDEST BITCH WITH THE
SWEETEST HEART
WORDS BY / ESTEFANI CUEVAS
Braces, big hair, and cat eyeliner are emblems to her being. When you ask the Fashion Designer about her influences, she reminisces on her high school days when she use to rip jeans and cut T-shirts. Add mesh, guns, and a few gold chains and that is who she is now. Roxanne Assad’s first collection, which she describes as ‘high end street wear’, is set to release in 2015.
If her collection pieces represent a part of who she is they will certainly exude danger and sensuality. But the girl we saw today says a little bit more than just that. The girl we spent time with laughs at inconvenience, smiles at strangers, and holds her friends close. Roxii truly is — the baddest bitch with the sweetest heart.
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In a room filled with people, she
stands out and she knows it. “If I
get to know you, I’ll show you my
music”, she said. It was a tradeoff, if
I showed her a part of me, she would
show me a piece of her. The night
we met, she didn’t know I would be
writing about her, and she didn’t
know I would become a supporter
of her music. Singer-songwriter
Kyleigh Carlton, better known as
Kai, told me more about herself in
our first brief encounter than she
did in our most recent interview.
From North Carolina to Los Angeles,
the girl who relinquished studying
music at Berklee college is now an
Audio Production student at the Art
Institute L.A. In the nature of any
true musician, Kai is passionate,
romantic, and just like all of us
— a little lost. Highly influenced
by artists such as Billy Joel, Nina
Simone, and Lana del Rey; Kai’s
vocals are rooted in blues. Her
voice is airy, and her sounds are
alternative. Lyrically, she’s inspired
by books, and poems.
“I like to tell stories, that goes
back to blues, blues tell stories.”
Her lyrics are complex, and not
always easy to decipher but they
all have a root and a purpose, to
make people feel. In a symbolic
manner, Kai sings about everyday
feelings and everyday subjects.
May it be society and it’s rules, or
sorrow and disappointment. Her
music is personal, and in a world of
cruelty it’s no wonder why she tries
to protect it. Kai isn’t just singing a
song, she’s showing us a part of who
she is.
A big advocate for LGBTQ rights,
Kai is currently working on releasing
a song that puts into perspective
how sexuality can be very hard on
someone, “As a musician I don’t
want to dwell on one thing, but I do
want to have at least one song that
says its not ok to make people feel
bad.” Kai holds a beautiful mind,
she’s young, full of ideals, hopes and
dreams. She knows much of who
she likes, who she wants to be and
what she stands for.
Over a few weeks, after a few
songs, I understood what she meant
when she said, “If I get to know
you, I’ll show you my music.” She
didn’t want to feel vulnerable with
someone she didn’t know. Luckily,
I got to know her — luckily, I heard
her music. And now so can you.
www.soundcloud.com/ky-b-music
POETIC REBELWORDS BY / ESTEFANI CUEVAS
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( 323)977-0038hector@swaggdal ic ioussweets.com
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I was inspired by my mom to enter the baking
and pastry industry. As a kid, I watched her
make amazingly beautiful cakes! I have always
had a passion for sweets and baking, and
always knew I wanted to do this for a living, so
I asked myself… “why not fill peoples hearts
and tummies with incredible creative sweets
by starting my own business?” I decided right
then and there to go above and beyond to
deliver the best creative, quality, and delicious
sweets. I chose the name “Swagg Dalicious
Sweets by Hector Gabriel” to represent who I
am. I love fashion and wanted to incorporate it
with my business. I take my swagg from the
streets to the kitchen. Becoming a baking and
pastry chef isn't just a career, it's the driving
force that motivates me everyday to make my
dream a reality.
BAKING & PASTRY CHEF FOR ALL BIRTHDAYS, WEDDINGS, PARTIES & EVENTS
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Having conquered the foreign streets of LA, international student Timofey Zinukov is making himself well-acquainted in the city’s culinary industry. The Harbinger LA asked
one of our favorite Russians and one of the campus’ coolest Peer Mentors to share with The Harbinger team a taste of his favorite dishes to cook.
IN THE KITCHENWITH TIM ZINUKOVW
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IN THE KITCHEN
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LEMON CHIFFON CAKE
IN THE KITCHEN
Lemon CurdYield: 1 lb. 4 oz.
Ingredients
● 4 fl oz fresh lemon juice
● 6.5 oz granulated sugar
● 2 teaspoons lemon zest, grated fine
● 2 eggs
● 6 oz unsalted butter, room temperature
Directions
1. Combine the lemon juice, 3 oz of the sugar and
lemon juice in a saucepan. Bring to a boil.
2. Mix the eggs and remaining sugar in a bowl well.
3. Temper the egg mixture with ¼ of the boiling juice.
Add to the remaining juice and return to the stove.
Bring the mixture to a boil, whisking vigorously.
Continue mixing and boil 1-2 minutes.
4. Remove from the heat and chill over an ice
bath until the mixture reaches 120 F.
5. Add the butter in five parts, beating
well after each addition.
6. Use to fill the Lemon Chiffon Cake layers.
Yield: 12-16 servings
Ingredients
● 2 cups all-purpose flour
● 7 eggs, separate yolks and whites
● 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
● 3 teaspoons baking powder
● 1 teaspoon salt
● ¾ cup water
● ½ cup canola oil
● 4 teaspoons lemon zest, grated fine
● 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
● 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 325 F. Place oven rack in the lowest
position.
2. In a large bowl combine sifted flour, sugar, baking powder
and salt.
3. In another bowl whisk the egg yolks, water,
oil, lemon zest and vanilla extract.
4. Combine dry ingredients and yolk mixture. Beat until well
blended.
5. Add fresh lemon juice to egg whites. On medium,
speed whisk them to medium peaks form.
Fold the whites into the batter in three parts,
gently mixing them together after each addition.
6. Spoon the batter into 10-inch cake pan. Bake
50-55 minutes or until cake springs back when lightly
touched. Cool completely, about 1 hour.
7. Remove the cake from baking pan and cut it
horizontally in three equal layers. Spread the Lemon Curd
between each layer and top with another. Cut as desired.
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ROASTED ROSEMARY CHICKEN
IN THE KITCHEN
PHOTO BY / JEANETH ARTEAGA
Ingredients
● 3-4 pound chicken
● Fresh lemon juice from ½ lemon
● 1 teaspoon paprika
● 2 tablespoons rosemary, dry
(or 5 springs fresh rosemary)
● Salt and black pepper to taste
Directions
1. Preheat oven to 350 F.
2. Wash and pat the chicken dry.
3. Crush dried rosemary or mince fresh rosemary.
You might leave one rosemary spring for garnish.
4. Season each side and inside of the
chicken with salt, black pepper,
paprika and rosemary.
5. Truss the chicken so it will be juicy
even after you roast it.
6. Sprinkle some fresh lemon juice on the chicken.
7. Cover the chicken breast with a piece of foil.
8. Place the chicken in a rack in a hotel pan and
put it in the oven. Bake 50-60 minutes.
Internal temperature should be 165 F.
9. Remove the foil from the breast after 20 minutes.10. Every 20 minutes drizzle some
vegetable oil on top of the chicken.
11. After the chicken is ready, let it cool a
little bit and cut as desired.
Serve with Apple Cranberry Sauce.
Apple Cranberry Sauce
Ingredients
● 1 ½ cups dry cranberries
● 1 apple, peeled, cored and chopped
into ¼ inch cubes
● 1 cup water
● 1 cup brown sugar
Directions
1. Bring water and sugar to a boil over medium heat.
2. Add cranberries, bring to a simmer.
Simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Add apple, bring to a simmer.
4. Continue to cook over medium heat for 15 - 20
minutes, stirring occasionally. If needed add more
water. The sauce should have a thick consistency.
5. Serve warm sauce with the Roasted Rosemary Chicken.
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With the recent shootings in Aurora,
Colorado; Sandy Hook, Connecticut;
and Fort Hood, Texas, video games are
once again at the end of the pointed
finger of negative accusation. Forced
to answer for any and all violent crimes
involving guns. Many parents and
conservatives believe violent video
games subconsciously cause these
shooting rampages. Video games have
been in our lives for several decades,
why are they always used as a scapegoat
when analyzing horrific gun violence?
Currently there are very few scientific
speculations that associate video
games with violent behavior. To play
video games with complex conditions,
it takes a well-rounded, mature mind.
RATED MWORDS BY / FREDDIE MARTINEZ
Obviously kids under 14 shouldn’t be
playing violent video games but if there
is sincere concern for what games
children play, then parents should pay
more attention to the rating of said
games before purchasing them. After a
certain age, we are able to grasp what is
ethical and unethical.
Much like the ancient paintings of
warriors and hunters on cave walls,
and the death and tragedy of classic
literature, such as Romeo and Juliet,
it is human nature to depict violence.
Not as guides to live by, but as art to
be observed. As stories to be told.
They are gateways to alternate times
and realities that take us away, even if
only for a moment, from our everyday
lives. Video games are merely a modern
representation of one of our oldest
traditions.
We have primal urges that we suppress
every day regardless of what is being
presented to us in products or the
media. There are many people who play
violent video games that are perfectly
normal. I personally play them and
I have never entertained the idea of
killing someone. I know so many well-
adjusted people that also enjoy playing
these so called, “dangerous” games. We
are capable of functioning in society
and video games are just a healthy
outlet for all our frustration.
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A man of universal talents, Tyler Riso has always
looked at film-making as his way to make his artistic
stamp on the world. Armed only with a Macbook and
a vision, Tyler began his foray into film-making by
shooting numerous skate videos, music videos, and
sketches from as early on as middle school. Being
always resourceful at any given time is part of Tyler’s
film-making magic; whether it’s toting his laptop all
around town, or even taking it into the bathtub to
film himself playing a game of cards. Tyler proved
that an artist doesn’t need a full fledged studio to
create a vision and get the job done.
When the time came to choose a school to help him
pursue his cinematic aspirations, Tyler looked into
some of the best film school’s he could find, but when
he took the tour of the Art Institute of California-
Los Angeles campus, it won him over instantly. The
facilities, faculty, and hands-on approach to the
medium is just what he’d been looking for. With A.I’s
curriculum, Tyler was able explore many aspects of
the film making process and narrow down where his
true passion lies, Production Design. Building sets
and bringing universes to life is what Tyler really
loves to do, but truth be told he excels in every
regard of film making; from the writer’s desk to the
editing room.
Now in his 12th quarter at the Art Institute, Tyler’s
come a long way from the Macbook medium. He
recently debuted his first short film, “Nightbane”,
of which he was the writer, director, designer, and
editor for. Inspired by his life long love of “Zelda”,
Tyler built an entire universe for this film and it’s
characters. The film, and potential series, follows
the story of Laef. A naive boy who wants more than
anything to be a proper warrior, but he quickly finds
out that the journey has some bumps along the way.
Tyler learned the same lesson during the film’s
production. From location permits being denied to
actors dropping out at the last minute, he learned
that anything that can go wrong, will go wrong. But
discouragement isn’t really his style. As he puts it,
“When something goes wrong, it sucks, but it can
almost always lead to something better. You just
have to roll with the punches.”
Spend a day on Tyler’s set and you’ll see first hand
how he lives up to that testament. He understands
and exemplifies how a true artist can thrive and
create under pressure. Something that he’s learned
from working on as many sets as he can. Just as he
advises all other aspiring film students do, “Just work.
Get on as many sets as possible.” He also mentions
that networking is a huge part of the industry, “…Be
personable. Be friendly with everyone. I mean, I call
a film mine, but it wouldn’t be anything without a
great crew. It’s a collaborative effort. It’s not just me
shooting by myself anymore. I’ve learned to be a part
of a team.”
Tyler is currently working as Production Designer
on multiple projects, writing a script for his next
short film, and working to further his production
company, Malice Arts. To watch his first short film,
“Nightbane” visit youtube.com/user/malicearts.
A Jack of All TradesWORDS BY / PAUL RAZO
A JACK OF ALL TRADES
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AZO
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