Bard Quote by Kelly Reichardt
“I made 'Old Joy' with this weird idea that maybe this could get me over to Bard, which I'd heard about because I'd sat on a jury with Ed Halter and Peggy Ahwesh. I was like, 'I want to be around these people, and people like this. I need to be at Bard, where they hang out.' Miraculously, that worked.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Filmmaker interview, 2015, discussing Old Joy
Kellyard pursued a film to join a creative community, leading to acceptance at Bard
In simple terms: She sought community and mentorship through a film project
Key Takeaway
Use creative work to connect with desired peers
Themes
community
networking
artistic ambition
career strategy
Mood
hopeful
determined
inspirational
Type
career
networking
artistic
When to use this quote
- film festivals
- art school applications
- career networking
- seeking mentorship
Key Concepts
social capital
creative collaboration
institutional access
Questions to Reflect On
- What community do you want to join?
- How can a project serve as a bridge?
A Different Perspective
Success may depend on factors beyond the project itself
