because you noticed online, that there are artists around the world who are so far above you in skill and imagination that you will never even get halfway as far as they? Yes, you admire their work, you wish you were as good, you wonder how they do it, but you know you yourself will never be in their league.
Things used to be simpler. I know everyone says that, but in the case of computers/internet, it's true. So many artists were famous in their own little communities, their towns. They had a name, others were proud of them, they felt they had achieved something worthwhile and lasting with their life. Then we invent the internet.... Suddenly there is no small town, no small community (not even here). There are artists from Poland, Britain, Netherlands, Germany, etc., countries you may never visit, but you can see their work. You watch it sell. You see there are fabulous, great artists all over the planet. That brings home that you are only in a small part of it. Very small.
It's nice to make friends online with other artists. It's great to encourage others and watch them become successful. Yet it can also leave a person feeling "left behind" with that "I'll never be good enough" feeling.
Has anyone ever felt that way?
Yes. <3
AubreyChin up, though. You have your own style and own imagination that no one can compete with. :] You have something special that is completely unique.
08:31 AM PST