strange...

This reminded me of my own experiences, walking through exhibitions and feeling like the art has been explained to everybody but me... of course, the exhibits in your story are more visceral than usual. I particularly liked your assessment of students - conforming simply by trying to rebel.

I enjoyed this, but...

"Again, I’m quite sure I missed the point."

...I think that quote works for me perfectly. Neat story, nonetheless. =D

--dreamshell--