Hey fellow artists, I am just now calling myself a “real artist”. I drew as a hobby for many years and it’s only after I’ve had two illustrated books published that I feel confident enough to call myself a visual artist. Anyway, I wrote this little thing today about fearing that my art will become generic if I follow common wisdom. I am wondering what you all think. Here is the link to my post: https://www.patreon.com/posts/joys-and-dangers-20897335
Curious about your thoughts!
Martha
Thanks for sharing! A very warm and big congratulations on calling yourself a real artist, for that’s what you are 
It’s a big step and I know many creators find it hard to believe their love can be a job too. I enjoyed the blog post greatly and I think it’s an interesting inner battle creators and artists face within themselves — to make things that will be popular vs making what you want to make. Looking forward to seeing more in the future!
Congrats on the courage to call yourself what you are! Wishing you all the best on the road 