Art Quote by Jennifer Yuh Nelson
“There aren't a lot of female story artists, and it's baffling to me. There are a lot of kids in school that are female and I wonder, 'Where did they all go?' People have brought it up, asking me, 'What did you do?' I don't really know. I puttered along, did my thing and gender has really never been an issue.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Animation Talk, 2020
Few women become story artists, despite many girls interested, highlighting a gender gap.
In simple terms: Not many women are story artists despite many girls.
Key Takeaway
Support and mentor women in visual storytelling.
Themes
gender equality
representation
career paths
Mood
advocacy
motivational
Type
inspirational
educational
When to use this quote
- film schools
- studio hiring
- career counseling
Key Concepts
media studies
diversity
creative industries
Questions to Reflect On
- How can institutions encourage more women story artists?
- What mentorship models work best?
A Different Perspective
Systemic barriers may limit visibility of female artists.
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