Quote by Malcolm Mclaren

Art school had taught me it was far better to be a flamboyant failure than any kind of benign success.

Art school had taught me it was far better to be a flamboyan

Summary

This quote suggests that the education the speaker received in art school taught them that it is more desirable to be a bold and extravagant failure in their artistic pursuits rather than achieving a mundane and unremarkable level of success. It implies that taking risks and being expressive, even if it leads to failure, is more valuable in the realm of art than conforming to conventional standards and achieving moderate success. The quote highlights the emphasis placed on individuality, creativity, and pushing boundaries in the world of art.

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