The first set of questions L’Artiste had thought up were clearly geared towards me. I thought the idea was to ask non-specific questions, but then, I am not taking part so it is none of my business. Anyway, L’Artiste disappeared again to come up with new questions for Lil’ Sculpture. No, L’Artiste isn’t the fastest runner out of the blocks but finally, finally, he was ready to present our mascot with his questions.
1. You are obviously an outsider, but having said that, is there anything you have in common with the Dedes?
Lil’ Sculpture: We are all made from recycled materials.
2. What sets you apart from the Dedes?
Lil’ Sculpture: I am cut from a different cloth. I am made from polystyrene and twigs, while they are made from newspapers. I am just dumb padding, while they carry the knowledge of the world in them.
3. Outsiders often have a better insight. What do you think about the Dedes?
Lil’ Sculpture: They are a great lot. I certainly wouldn’t say anything bad about my hosts. It was generous of them to take me in, otherwise I would have landed in the big skip. I will always be grateful!
4. What is your biggest problem being a minority?
Lil’ Sculpture: I can’t really complain. I have become their mascot. I have found my place. I am convinced this is the best job I could have landed here. On the other hand, to be really honest, it can be a little depressing to think that this is the best job I can achieve here. It is very clear this is the pinnacle of my career. This is how close I can get to the Dedes. I will never be one of them. I am only their mascot and when I am depressed it feels belittling. They obviously don’t trust me to make a good decision. As a mascot I get blamed when things don’t work the way they should and I am not allowed to offer any suggestions.
5. What is your biggest dream?
Lil’ Sculpture: I hear I am not the only polystyrene sculpture. There are other ones out there just like me. One day I would like to catch up with some of them. But then, I am also a bit scared as we grew up in different places. We might look the same but there is a chance that we have absolutely nothing in common. As long as I don’t meet them I can dream on!
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Pretty Sad!
I suggest (it may be harsh) that you take a photograph of Lil’ Sculpture, and use it as a mascot. Let Lil’ Sculpture free. Or even better, gift it to artistatexit0… there Lil’ Sculpture will find people of same kind. I know Sunny may be hurt but…
It came as a surprise that he is so unhappy. Maybe the Dedes are now more aware of his plight and will treat him with more respect… Time will tell.
I’m intrigued about the only 2 titles visible in the background.. Spike Milligan… and Conspiracy. Accidental???
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Lil’ Sculpture need not feel inferior. Obviously, he possesses a sensitive soul within all that foam. The Dedes can also be hollow and although they are made of words they don’t always seem to know their meanings.
It is easier said than done. He is a minority after all. Even if he knows he doesn’t need to feel inferior, it is difficult to maintain a healthy confidence when everybody else is different. I can understand that he has bouts of depressions and sometimes feels very lonely. I think the Dedes have to make more of an effort…