Quote by Maya Lin

My dad was dean of fine arts at the university. I was casting bronzes in the school foundry. I was using the university as a playground.

My dad was dean of fine arts at the university. I was castin

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This quote denotes a personal experience where the speaker's father held a prestigious position as the dean of fine arts at a university. The speaker mentions their involvement in casting bronzes, implying a passion for art. By referring to the university as their playground, it suggests that the institution provided both a creative outlet and a rich environment for exploration, highlighting the speaker's enjoyment and freedom in using the resources and facilities available to them.

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