Okay, I'd like to start off saying I am not arrogant at all. Everyday I visit this site I am constantly reminded how little talent I have. There are such excellent artists out there that make me look childish.

That said, I'd like to move on to my point: my talent seems meaningless. I can't think of one single relationship that was aided by my artistic ability. It seems like as soon as I share my talent with anyone they exclaim "Wow, you're good!" and then move on. I'm instantly forgotten and nobody cares anymore. There have been plenty of women I've tried wooing with art, and it never seems to work. I feel like one of my own paintings: pretty to look at for a moment, then just hung on the wall and forgotten. Whats the point of sharing my work or talent if it doesn't seem to influence people? Whats the point of giving a piece of my soul (and often my wallet) if the recipient is grateful for only a moment? I'm tempted to cut off my generosity and demand payment for my art. If no one is going to appreciate it, I'll just turn it into a business. Take out the emotion. Take out the care.

But this is just my ranting. I wish from the bottom of my soul that my art would really make a difference in the lives of others. Shoot, I would love it if my art could actually woo a beautiful woman. Will it happen? I doubt it. Until then, I'll remain angsty and depressed.