By Maya Hazarika, Wellesley High Class of 2028
Red Ink, Wellesley High School’s official literary arts magazine, offers students a platform to share their creative talents.
Since its establishment in 2004, Red Ink has continuously published students’ artwork and writing, releasing online or print editions each spring. This timing allows students to reflect on their creative work throughout the school year and contribute their best pieces by the submission deadline.
The Red Ink team consists of approximately 20 students who meet weekly after school on Thursdays to review artwork and assemble the magazine.
In line with Wellesley High School’s values of academic excellence, respect for human differences, and cooperative and caring relationships, Red Ink highlights the impact of art and literature. The magazine embodies the WHS values of commitment to community, by sharing art in an effort to improve students’ understanding of the world.
Red Ink’s commitment to fostering creativity is resonated in the words of Joanne Zhang, Class of 2025, who reflects, “We’ve always really stayed true to this mission of allowing students to have this avenue to create without boundaries and do it just for the sake of being creative.”
Although Red Ink faced early challenges, including the passing of a co-founder in 2008, the club has remained persistent in its goal to form a community of students for sharing various forms of art. For example, you may find a melancholic poem about a personal loss alongside a vibrant sculpture inspired by community, or a thought-provoking painting addressing societal issues.
Today, the magazine upholds its founders’ legacy by allowing submissions from faculty and students alike, allowing them to publish their work, and in turn, share their perspectives on the world.
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