Photo essay: Fixed on fixies
Written and Photographed by David James Castagno
Gargoyle staff writer interviewed bicyclist and student Rob Schanz for a photo essay.
Arts & Entertainment
“Firework” sparks hope
By Stevie Schenk | sschenk@flagler.edu
Listen to the song here: Firework
“Firework” by Katy Perry is wonderful for many reasons.
Initially, the music and beat are catchy, fun and appeal to pop culture.
Then, after looking up the lyrics and watching the music video, a deeper sense and feeling of inspiration set in.
Student author urges people to quit their jobs
By Lauren Belcher | cbelcher@flagler.edu
Photos By Phillip C. Sunkel IV
“I can’t draw.” Those words were the excuse Phil Grech used until he quit his job and became a tattoo artist. Then, Grech turned his “corporate liberation” into a book.
Although Grech has always been a writer, he became an author by chance.
Jackson Holbrook: Unconventional Artist
Written and photographed by Phillip C. Sunkel IV | psunkel@flagler.edu
Gargoyle Photo Editor Phil Sunkel interviewed artist and student Jackson Holbrook for a photo essay.
Wobbly Fest draws large crowds at White Lion
By Emily Hoover | ehoover@flagler.edu
Photographs by Phillip C. Sunkel IV
Fans of the St. Augustine sing-a-long band Wobbly Toms were not bothered by news of a CD release delay on Saturday, Jan. 15, the second day of Wobbly Fest at the White Lion Restaurant & Pub. Instead, they did not seem to notice. They were too busy dancing, singing, drinking and celebrating what the eight-piece band calls “feel good music.”
Gargoyle staffers remember 2010 Bear Creek Music & Art Festival
By Ryan Buffa and Philip C. Sunkel | gargoyle@flagler.edu
Photos by Philip C. Sunkel IV
Day 1
By Ryan Buffa
Once I arrived at Bear Creek I was in awe. The campground was covered with tents blocked off with tapestries with album covers like the Grateful Dead and Jimi Hendrix.
Rescue organization continues to save abused animals
By Colleen Drew | gargoyle@flagler.edu
Rocko, a Neapolitan mastiff, has recently become a local celebrity in the St. Augustine area after being rescued.
The dog’s previous owners allegedly abused him by shattering some of his vertebrae, cutting off his ears with scissors and making him stand in his feces, which created a fungus on his paws.
Non-profit strives to supply dogs to the disabled
By Colleen Drew | gargoyle@flagler.edu
Canine Companions for Independence (CCI) is a local non-profit organization that provides assistance dogs to individuals with disabilities. There is no fee for the dogs and they are highly trained to help the disabled with everyday activities.
Downtown restaurant turns into bar alternative at night
Isabella Pazmino| ipazmino@flagler.edu
For the first time, The Bunnery, a bakery and cafe on St. George Street, is serving until 9 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Owner Pamela Cross said The Bunnery is an alternative to a bar. According to Cross, there is no need for alcohol when a full espresso bar is available.
The bakery and cafe offers fresh cookies, cakes and croissants.
Preview: Bear Creek Music and Arts Festival
By Ryan Buffa | gargoyle@flagler.edu
Photos By Phillip C. Sunkel IV
As the hot Florida weather begins to cool down and ease into fall, there could be no better time to pack up your tent and head to a music festival.