Danny Banuelos Chavez

Danny Banuelos Chavez, Staff Artist

Danny Banuelos Chaves, a Junior at Oxford Academy, will be entering their second year as a photographer and artist at The Gamut. Danny’s passion for photography began in their Freshman year, during a class that taught them to appreciate the beauty of capturing life’s precious moments. This experience later led them to join The Gamut, where they have gained confidence, made meaningful connections, and rediscovered their love for art. Whether in detailed anatomical drawings, capturing life through their photos, or filling their notebooks with lighthearted doodles (often of a certain sarcastic orange tabby cat named Garfield) art is essential to Danny’s life. Inspired by ancient art and various online artists, Danny’s has developed a unique, personal art style. Outside of art, Danny is also an avid Gamer and music lover, with favorites including The Wonder Girls and Mitski, witty sitcoms such as Parks and Rec, and moving animated films like Coco and Into the Spiderverse. As an animal lover, Danny hopes one day to explore the world and see the wildlife within it. While they appreciate the opportunities of digital art, Danny remains rooted in the simplicity of pencil and paper. Danny is excited to continue their journey in the Gamut and to further explore and enrich the beauty and enrich their photography and art capabilities.

All content by Danny Banuelos Chavez

BookTok sullies modern literature

Jimena Beltran, Senior Staff Writer • March 5, 2025

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Natalie Akins, Staff Writer • March 5, 2025

The American Nightmare: Trump's interference in the arts endangers creativity, compassion, and freedom at large.

Senior Features: Hardworking upperclassmen

Miriam Santos, Lifestyle Editor • February 6, 2025

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Miriam Santos, Lifestyle Editor • December 12, 2024

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Justin Le, Op-Ed Editor • December 12, 2024

HOLIDAY CHEER: Embrace the season with your friends and celebrate Friendsmas with these activities.

Fall Ball outfits that will have you sparkling under the floating lights

Kenzie Laing, Staff Writer • October 23, 2024

ENCHANTING: "Tangled" theme provides outfit inspiration for Oxford Academy’s 2024 Fall Ball.

Senior Features: Student Media Stars

Miriam Santos, Lifestyle Editor • October 30, 2024

Student Spotlight: OA Spiritus and OATV seniors recant what it’s like to be on staff. Collage by Miriam Santos

Exploring Orange Country’s pumpkin patches!

Miriam Santos, Lifestyle Editor • October 30, 2024

Autumn’s Harvest: Enjoy this year’s fall season with carnival rides, tasty food, and, most importantly, pumpkins.

Underrated movies for the spooky season

Natalie Akins, Staff Writer • October 30, 2024

Creepy and Compelling: These films are more than a cookie-cutter Halloween movie!

“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”: A Rushed Return

Aarya Halankar and Kenzie Laing • September 26, 2024

Senior Features: New beginnings for ASB

Miriam Santos, Lifestyle Editor • September 26, 2024

Carina Wang presents her latest novel at OA library

Athena Xing, Staff Writer • September 26, 2024

Experienced Author: Senior Carina Wang has been writing since the age of 7 and continues her passion through her new book, “Wind Seeker,” aimed towards environmental efforts.

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Michelle Choy, News Editor • May 7, 2024

March 2024 Comics

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March 2024 Cover

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Students respond to AUHSD decision to lay off teachers

Nathan Perera, Arts & Entertainment Editor • March 15, 2024

Oxford Academy senior Luqman Muhammad garners reaction from the public audience following his speech at March 7 AUHSD Board of Trustees meeting.

Advocating For Change: Oxford Academy senior Luqman Muhammad garners reaction from public audience following speech at March 7 AUHSD Board meeting. (Photo by Danny Banuelos Chavez)