ARTICLES/Essays
Local street artist makes magic in the real world
How S.C. Mero transforms urban spaces into interactive pieces of art
An escape room embraces its surrounding community through hyperlocal narratives
How experience designer Tommy Honton uses small scale storytelling to spark emotional connections to Koreatown
Climate change: Its toll on the world and the human spirit
A blog post about how the imminence of climate change can be emotionally overwhelming, and how eco-anxiety can paralyze us from taking real action.
College recap I: The green City
I discuss the sustainability within a cityscape, drawing inspiration from the multidisciplinary classes I took at USC. From folklore to science, climate change is prevalent everywhere.
Imagineering a New Future: Using Eatertainment to Educate
In my college seminar, we researched topics that linked food and social impact. I wrote this essay on the influence of "eatertainment," and how immersive physical settings contribute to consumer experience.
The Sky's Daily Surprise
A little story of appreciation for sunsets--from their brilliant colors to the memories they create, these precious moments aren't to be taken for granted.
The sea’s reflection: Children seeing themselves in Disney movies
Delving into representation in Disney films and why it's crucial for young children to see themselves reflected in entertainment.
An immersive theater production educates audiences about pollution in South Los Angeles
Environmental activists are taking creative approaches to tell stories about families living in sacrifice zones
SLiding down nature's playground
A reflection on our play spaces and how we can make them more eco-friendly. Better yet, we can seek nature as our obstacle course.
Stop Sacrificing the Stars: Dark Sky Nations
Dark nights aren't to be taken for granted. Light pollution is sacrificing the darkness, but efforts are being taken to preserve star stories and ensure we are still able to explore the constellations.
Imagination from the Inside Out: Bing Bong and Children’s Play in Inside Out
In my folklore class, we wrote a paper on an aspect of folklore that became authored literature--I made an argument that a child's imaginary friend is a form of children's folklore and explored its portrayal in Disney's Inside Out.
In-N-Out Burger will soon open its doors on the East Coast; consumers reflect on its emotional appeal in SoCal
What has made the fast food chain become such a West Coast staple?
The future of art: USC’s first AI + art competition
I covered the first AI & Art competition at USC and interviewed participants and experts about how AI art will influence creativity and originality.