Quote by Kathryn Bigelow

My dad used to draw these great cartoon figures. His dream was being a cartoonist, but he never achieved it, and it kind of broke my heart. I think part of my interest in art had to do with his yearning for something he could never have.

My dad used to draw these great cartoon figures. His dream w

Summary

This quote speaks to the personal connection the speaker has with art and their motivation to pursue it. The speaker reminisces about their father's unfulfilled dream of becoming a cartoonist, which deeply affected them. The longing and unattainability of their father's goal had a significant impact on the speaker's own passion for art. This quote suggests that their interest in art stems from a desire to fulfill their father's dormant dreams, implying a sense of responsibility to make the most of their artistic talents out of respect and love for their father.

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By Kathryn Bigelow

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