"I think the hot dog fuels the painting. I think it makes the painting better." Hagen articulates how her love for hot dogs significantly influences her artistic inspiration.
"It feels really special to feel a little bit, like a tiny smidge of an ambassador of the Chicago hot dog in any capacity, at least in the art space." Hagen expresses pride in representing Chicago’s hot dog culture through her artwork.
"I just kept following my joy. Coming back to what brought me joy has always led to something amazing." Hagen emphasizes the importance of pursuing personal happiness in her artistic journey.
"When Lucie passed, I was like, I have to keep carrying the torch; I have to keep going." Hagen reflects on the influence of her mentor Lucie Phillips and her motivation to continue creating art.
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