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Grand Haven's student publication of community significance since 1927

The Bucs' Blade

Grand Haven's student publication of community significance since 1927

The Bucs' Blade

Grand Haven's student publication of community significance since 1927

The Bucs' Blade

Senior Clara Squio De Cezaro's drawing of the Bavaria Statue proved to be a favorite by students and teachers alike. With just a graphite pencil she created this fan favorite, working hours at a time until completion.

A look back on the 2024 Art Show with senior Clara Squio De Ceazaro

Taylor Pokorski, Reporter May 14, 2024

What art classes have you taken? Intro to studio, drawing one and two, and advanced portfolio. What class has been your favorite? I enjoyed drawing one the most, there were more people to interact...

Senior Megan VanKuiken has been a part of the art program since her freshman year in Intro to Studio. The two lidded jars pictured above won the Dennis Foley award at the Holland Debut art studio.

Senior Megan VanKuiken reflects on 2024 Art Show

Taylor Pokorski, Reporter May 9, 2024

Senior Megan VanKuiken, this years Future Educator Award was selected for good reason. Vankuiken is a dedicated artist with a passion for what she does. Her entries in the 2024 Art Show alone are evidence...

Artworks will be displayed in the auxiliary gym. Works from ceramics to digital arts will be out for viewing through April 28.

Art student’s hard work will soon pay off at the annual Art Show

Taylor Pokorski, Reporter April 24, 2024

The Annual Art Show is once again returning to Grand Haven’s auxiliary gym. Doors open Wed. April 24 at 6:00. In addition to displaying exceptional artwork, 24 seniors will be recognized at the 6:30...

Connor Maliesky and Allison Paradise in the cafeteria to advertise the new art club coming to the high school. The program is called Unleashed and will take place at the high school starting on Oct. 28.

The Epicenter Brings New Unleashed Art Program to Students

Peter Ver Duin, Editor October 17, 2023

Grand Haven High School is partnering with a company called The Epicenter to start a club called Unleashed focused on creative self-expression. Each session will span two weeks with eight meetings in total....

In Focus with River Parcheta

In Focus with River Parcheta

Hailey Neely and McKenzie Stanhope, Reporters March 21, 2023

River Parcheta has recently been recognized by his art teacher, Irene Sipe, for his talent in ceramics. Parcheta's work always has an eclectic and unique feel. Let’s take a deeper look at one of Parcheta's...

In Focus with Annaliese Wise

In Focus with Annaliese Wise

Hailey Neely and McKenzie Stanhope, Reporters March 20, 2023

Annaliese Wise was recognized for her dedication to the arts, specifically hand-thrown pottery. Having gone through some life-changing events and living in multiple places around the country, Annaliese...

In Focus with Jack Campbell

In Focus with Jack Campbell

Hailey Neely and McKenzie Stanhope, Reporters March 17, 2023

Recently, junior Jack Campbell was recognized for his dedication to the arts, specifically jewelry. He works with many mediums and techniques, both in school and at home. Let's take a deeper look at Jack’s...

DOODLING: Junior Alex Bull sits with pencil in hand and draws a picture of the environment. "It's good to express yourself and just get things off your mind and that's kind of like how I express myself," Bull said.

Junior Alex Bull expresses himself through art

Misgana Deur, Life Editor February 2, 2022

In Rachel Twa’s third hour English 11 class, junior Alex Bull sits with a pencil in hand, earbuds in his ear, and his nose in a sketchbook, his one focus is drawing.  It’s the mountains that capture...

Westra Bye Foundation hosts Art & Soul event

Westra Bye Foundation hosts Art & Soul event

Mattee DeMott, Reporter October 21, 2021

The Westra Bye Memorial Art Foundation is hosting its annual Art & Soul event at Porto Bello on Nov. 5.  The foundation was established as a nonprofit organization in 2019, and honors the memory...

Mild High Club's third studio album Going Going Gone (2021)

Mild High Club misses mark on third studio album

Ben Pease, Arts and Entertainment Editor September 29, 2021

Alex Brettin may not be a name that jumps out to you right away, but he has received notable attention after his 2016 album Skiptracing and is the man behind the alias of Mild High Club.  After studying...

So Much For Gardening EP (2021)

Feng Suave utilizing old methods to create new sounds

Ben Pease, Arts and Entertainment Editor September 17, 2021

One heavily reverbed guitar, a bass line dancing out of the root notes, a soft yet steady progression played on keys and the dry, vintage drum rhythm tapping beats as if tossing stones upon a lake and...

ON DISPLAY: Student's ceramic artwork is displayed in the showcases in the first floor main hallway. "I think it's really important to showcase everybody," Sipe said. (photo by Camille Berko)

Main hallway showcases new student artwork

Natalie Dupuis, Assigning Editor March 26, 2021

New ceramic pieces have been put up in the main hallway display cases. The ceramic pieces will be kept up longer this semester due to art teacher Irene Sipe having a huge semester of ceramic classes. “I...

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