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Carina Jaramillo

Carina is a writer and graphic designer with an interest in film, TV and furniture design. She especially likes indie films and quirky comedy series. She likes modern furniture inspired by mid-century design. She has a background in art and has many arts and craft related hobbies like coloring and yarn-work. She is also a fitness enthusiast and particularly enjoys weight-lifting. She loves dogs and spending time with her family.

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Glossary of Dance Terms

Anyone can move to music or pick up a trending TikTok routine, but stepping into the world of dance reveals a whole language of its own. Every style comes with specialized terminology that describes what happens in the studio and on stage. Ballet, for example, is built almost entirely on French terms, which can feel intimidating at first. The good…
Carina Jaramillo
December 14, 2023
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A Student Musician’s Guide to Music Theory

Behind every song, melody, and chord progression lies a shared language that musicians use to create and communicate. That language is music theory. It's the framework of terms, symbols, and concepts that explain how music works, from the simplest tune to the most complex composition. Whether you're a beginner picking up an instrument for the first time or a more…
Carina Jaramillo
November 13, 2023
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History of Furniture

Furniture is a part of our everyday lives, from sitting in a cafe, using a table, to sleeping in a bed every night. But how did we get to where we are today? Although there are modern advancements in the furniture we currently use, furniture has been a part of our history for centuries. Aside from the obvious comfort and…
Carina Jaramillo
October 19, 2023
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Mid-Century Modern Furniture

Mid-Century furniture dates back to the 1930s and saw designers considering societal change and how different pieces could reflect this through functional forms and less art-driven designs. This era intertwined with the Bauhaus movement, in which furniture’s simplicity and practicality were priorities, keeping ornamentation to a minimum while ensuring final designs were eye-catching and visually appealing.
Carina Jaramillo
August 4, 2023
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Healthy Snack Ideas for Home Theater Night

Now that we're aware of the dangers of trans fats and processed foods, many people are seeking alternatives to traditional theater snacks. Movie night snacks are usually microwave popcorn, candy, or nachos, but these foods are high in calories and unhealthy additives. While these snacks are delicious and make a home night special, it's important to take care of your…
Carina Jaramillo
April 26, 2023
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Theater Audience Etiquette: What to Expect

From the shining lights of Broadway to the school auditorium down the street, attending the theater should be an exciting event. Everyone loves a little make-believe, right? Part of maintaining an immersive experience requires the audience to practice good etiquette and create a good environment for the show. Most people who attend theater productions even sporadically have stories of a…
Carina Jaramillo
January 9, 2023
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Visual Arts Glossary

Visual arts include mediums like architecture, ceramics, crafts, drawing, design, filmmaking, painting, photography, and sculpture. Other types of art, like the performing arts, also feature elements of the visual arts. Like other parts of the larger art field, the visual arts have their own vocabulary. The following terms are defined through the lens of the study of visual arts.
Carina Jaramillo
January 5, 2023
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Home Theater History: Biography of Marilyn Monroe

Who Was Marilyn Monroe? Screen legend and cultural icon Marilyn Monroe was a successful actress during the Golden Age of Hollywood. Monroe has an incredible fan following that spans from the 1950s to today. Despite her devastating beginnings, she forged an outstanding career in Hollywood with a filmography of films earning over $200 million. Sadly, Marilyn Monroe’s career was cut…
Carina Jaramillo
December 22, 2022