Arts & Life

By JAMIE MAH Interest in homebrew video games for classic consoles like the Nintendo Game Boy is growing in the Lower Mainland as software tools become more accessible. Homebrew retro game development involves hobbyists creating video…

Photos and story by ROY FANG Jim Vesal caters to wargamers who prefer gaming or collecting over painting. Vesal, who received the hobby track award for his painted models in the 2019 International Tournament Circuit, paints tabletop…

By MAIYA SUZUKI UBC food experts are attempting what might be impossible: making insects seem like an appetizing treat. UBC professor Yasmin Akhtar teaches the “Insects as Food and Feed” course to reduce the squeamishness around consuming…

Photos and story by EMMA SHULAR Cluttercore, granny chic, thrifting design or grand millennium, whatever name you choose for it, maximalism interior design is growing in popularity, according to interior designers and design magazines.…

By Thea Catipon Vancouver’s drag scene is full of new and old artists set out to make a living with their craft. The many drag queens, kings and things led to their expansion of drag to other areas – venturing into the workplace outside…

By EDMUND HAYLEY Pottery might look like it's easy, but it's not for the faint of heart. Aspiring potters must come to grips with a slow learning curve, the physical nature of the art and the cost of equipment, material and proper studio…

Photos and story by CHRISTOPHER HARCOURT Some young adults don’t see cars as just a mode of transportation, but a passion that went into overdrive. These students have multiple cars they work on that they modify, often spending thousands…

By JACOB ARON LEUNG This story was originally published on Nov. 1, 2023.  Students who turned to coffee for academic support and developed a dependency are looking at alternatives to replace their reliance on the beverage. The USDA…

By MAIYA SUZUKI The COVID-19 pandemic killed live performances for months, creating an opportunity for musicians who had free time to customize their guitars. Now that live shows have resumed, the unique style of guitars that…

By MILICA ANIC Nearly 60 years later, Studio 58 celebrates its 58th anniversary. During this anniversary celebration, Langara Studio 58 presents a blend of old and new production styles. Now, let's check out the behind-the-scenes work…