Pine River Anthology 2023-24 “Lacuna”
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Authors
Olegario, Charlayne-Aye
Hirvela, Weston
Zeneberg, Corey
Baker, Amanda
Ely, Moss
Hetherington, Brooke
Hester, Audrey
Johnson, Vincent
Olivieri, Rachel
Saunders, Euan
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2024-04-04
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Abstract
Pine River Anthology (PRA) is an annual student-led art and literature publication seeking to honor creative works of Alma College undergraduate students. With the
combined efforts of students from the Art and Design and English departments, it features works such as poems, prose, and all forms of visual art. The anthology enters its 71st year in 2024 with the theme “Lacuna,” a blank space or missing part. In the worlds of art and literature, and more, individuals often make work to fulfill a deep and overwhelming desire to create. To paraphrase a core point of Rick Rubin’s The Creative Act: A Way of Being, the gap in our knowledge of whatever subject matter is sometimes exactly what lights the fire of curiosity — pushing us to question what we know, to create in order to explore and research potential answers, and to keep going in spite of uncertainty. The works printed in this edition grapple with this theme by affirming or challenging it, and they are carefully paired together to bring out each piece’s strengths. The staff hopes to bridge gaps between individuals and connect you to these contributions of great artists and writers, uplifting and supporting you at any point in life. Our presentation at Honors Day will start with an introduction from the editor-in-chief, briefly covering the entire year’s process, followed by talks and readings from artists and writers featured in the anthology.