“A light shines and, all of sudden, I see ghosts. What could this mean …”

Mariel Gomberg is a third-year illustration student minoring in creative entrepreneurship. She is drawn to creating pieces that evoke emotions through vivid colors and intricate details. Her main inspiration is everyday life. She loves observing people on trains and in the city to capture subtle shifts in expressions and interactions. Through her art, she hopes to transform ordinary moments into extraordinary ones, highlighting the beauty of everyday life.

Mariel’s piece is entitled “Do you see them too?”

The theme for October 2025 was ‘Haunted.’