Able Quote by Kehinde Wiley
“In high school I went to the Los Angeles County High School for the Arts. And this is like Fame. It's like that sort of prototypical, dancers in the hallway, theater students, musical students, art geeks. And it was a kindergarten in the truest sense of the world: a children's garden where I was able to sort of really come into myself as an artist, as a person, sexuality issues - like, all of this became something where there was a firming-up and a knowing that went on.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Artist Talk, 2015, Los Angeles County High School for the Arts
The school served as a nurturing environment where diverse artistic talents and personal identity could develop together.
In simple terms: A supportive arts school helped the artist grow personally and creatively.
Key Takeaway
Seek environments that foster both skill and self‑discovery.
Themes
artistic growth
identity formation
community
education
sexuality
Mood
reflective
inspired
hopeful
Type
personal
educational
artistic
When to use this quote
- college applications
- first art exhibition
- personal identity exploration
Key Concepts
creative development
self‑actualization
cultural exposure
Questions to Reflect On
- How did this environment shape your artistic voice?
- What aspects of community influence personal identity?
A Different Perspective
May the school’s resources limit exposure to broader professional networks.
