Animals can communicate quite well. And they do. And generally speaking, they are ignored
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At Sarah Lawrence, I realized that everybody was already what they were going to be. The painters were painting, the writers writing, the dancers dancing. And nobody wore any makeup. The art was uppermost.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The quote reflects the idea that individuals express their true selves through their art, free from societal expectations.
In this quote, Alice Walker shares her experience at Sarah Lawrence, where she observed that all the artists showcased their inherent talents without pretenses or superficiality. This environment allowed creativity to flourish as individuals embraced their identities, focusing on their art rather than conforming to external pressures like makeup or appearances. Walker highlights the purity and authenticity of artistic expression, suggesting that each person was already embodying their destined path as an artist.
Themes
ArtIdentityCreativitySelf-Expression
In practice
Example use cases
This quote could be used in a discussion about the importance of authenticity in art during a creative workshop.
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