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“I remember seeing a photograph of myself en pointe with my hand over my head and the other hand turned in under my breast curtseying. I took dance lessons at Miss Debbie's Dance Studio, and she put this picture of me in the storefront window. I was so unbelievably humiliated by the sight of myself.”

Quote by Lisa Yuskavage

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Lisa Yuskavage, born on May 16, 1962, is a renowned visual artist from the United States. Her works are known for their unique style and profound thematic exploration, covering various fields such as painting, sculpture, and installation art. more

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