About Arts Mag
Since its inception twenty eight years ago, Arts Mag has shone its spotlight on the artistic talents of the Collingwood School student body. We have celebrated art in a kaleidoscope of forms by showcasing the prowess of painters, drawers, dancers, orators, musicians, singers, actors, poets, writers, sculptors, photographers, designers, and more. From budding artists to seasoned veterans, the students and teachers who have graced the pages of Arts Mag have shared their inspiration, their philosophies, and their passions vis-à-vis life and the role of art.
We have even followed the creative path of some of these individuals beyond Collingwood; some alumni have continued to pursue their art as a pastime and others as a post-secondary career. Some have even experienced the transformative energy of art, and have discovered new or different means of artistic expression.
At every stage, Arts Mag has strove to delight the senses through the richness of color, movement, texture and musicality that our artists have captured in their works. It is with admiration, joy and awe that the Arts Mag team thanks our contributors. In the same vein of artistic exploration and creative experimentation, we have decided to update the look of Arts Mag. We hope that you enjoy the new format.
Editor's Note
As winter settles in and everything slows down, we’re happy to share the Winter Issue of Arts Mag. This collection brings together the creative work of our students and teachers across art, writing, theatre, and digital media—proof that creativity doesn’t fade when the days get darker. These pieces reflect moments of reflection, warmth, and imagination found during the winter months. Each one reminds us that art can be a quiet comfort, a way to connect, and a space to express what’s often left unsaid. We hope this issue keeps you company through the season and inspires you to keep creating, even in the cold.
Meet the Team
Mahasti Mofazali — Director
Mme Mofazali is a French teacher, baker, painter, art and antique collector and last but not least, flower and dog lover. She loves to travel to different places and immerse herself in the culture of the countries she visits. Mme Mofazali has a Masters degree in French Literature and loves teaching about Francophone cultures through literary works, music and cinema. She has been the director of Arts Mag since its inception as it has allowed her to be involved in the arts at Collingwood. In 2013, Mme Mofazali was nominated for the Prime Minister Excellence Award in Teaching and she also received a special recognition from Stanford University for exceptional teaching in 2015.
Mme Mofazali is a French teacher, baker, painter, art and antique collector and last but not least, flower and dog lover. She loves to travel to different places and immerse herself in the culture of the countries she visits. Mme Mofazali has a Masters degree in French Literature and loves teaching about Francophone cultures through literary works, music and cinema. She has been the director of Arts Mag since its inception as it has allowed her to be involved in the arts at Collingwood. In 2013, Mme Mofazali was nominated for the Prime Minister Excellence Award in Teaching and she also received a special recognition from Stanford University for exceptional teaching in 2015.
Jialu Yang
Jialu has always been fascinated with the way creativity brings people together. With an interest in both visual and performing arts, he’s especially interested in the stories and perspectives behind creative work. This year, he is incredibly excited to be part of Arts Mag, where he looks forward to meeting new people and celebrating creativity in its many forms.
Jialu has always been fascinated with the way creativity brings people together. With an interest in both visual and performing arts, he’s especially interested in the stories and perspectives behind creative work. This year, he is incredibly excited to be part of Arts Mag, where he looks forward to meeting new people and celebrating creativity in its many forms.
Holden Williams
Holden came to Collingwood in 2014 and has really enjoyed growing up in such a creative community. He is interested in acting, making his own short films, writing, playing music, and always trying to learn something new. Holden joined Arts Mag because it brings together two things he really cares about, the arts and writing. Always expressing and being creative all the time!
Holden came to Collingwood in 2014 and has really enjoyed growing up in such a creative community. He is interested in acting, making his own short films, writing, playing music, and always trying to learn something new. Holden joined Arts Mag because it brings together two things he really cares about, the arts and writing. Always expressing and being creative all the time!
Coco Wu
Even before joining Collingwood in Grade 4, Coco has had a passion for visual arts. This year, she is incredibly thrilled and thankful to be part of Arts Mag. She looks forward to meeting new people, documenting their experiences and creative outlets, and expanding her horizons beyond visual arts.
Even before joining Collingwood in Grade 4, Coco has had a passion for visual arts. This year, she is incredibly thrilled and thankful to be part of Arts Mag. She looks forward to meeting new people, documenting their experiences and creative outlets, and expanding her horizons beyond visual arts.
Maddy Gouglas
Maddy has loved visual arts her whole life, specifically she paints as a hobby in her free time. When she moved to Collingwood in Grade 8 she pursued her hobby of painting through elective art classes. This year, Maddy is super excited to have the opportunity to be a part of Arts Mag. She looks forward to meeting new artists and capturing their personal style and vision through written pieces.
Maddy has loved visual arts her whole life, specifically she paints as a hobby in her free time. When she moved to Collingwood in Grade 8 she pursued her hobby of painting through elective art classes. This year, Maddy is super excited to have the opportunity to be a part of Arts Mag. She looks forward to meeting new artists and capturing their personal style and vision through written pieces.
Emily Zhang
With an international perspective and a deep appreciation for how art connects to culture, Emily has always been fascinated by the different ways people express identity and creativity around the world. This year, she is excited and grateful to be part of Arts Mag, where she looks forward to meeting new people, documenting their experiences, and expanding her understanding of art beyond visual arts to include culture, community, and storytelling.
With an international perspective and a deep appreciation for how art connects to culture, Emily has always been fascinated by the different ways people express identity and creativity around the world. This year, she is excited and grateful to be part of Arts Mag, where she looks forward to meeting new people, documenting their experiences, and expanding her understanding of art beyond visual arts to include culture, community, and storytelling.