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[Jane Doe.]

I have a question, for you all. Well, for those with domains, sub-domains, and of course, those who like to work with digital images:

Why? Why do you see yourself doing this? For fun, would be a simple and obvious answer, I suppose, but I'd like more than that. Do you see it as a learning experience, as well as being entertaining? Do you like having somewhere to show off your work, and perhaps hope to become a website that would inspire others? Do you believe it is some sort of training ground for you? (I mean, for those who are hoping to get into web design when they are older.) Do you see yourself doing this in your 30s or 40s? Or will this be just remembered as something done in your youth?

I am asking all of these questions, simply because I have all of the...resources, I guess to get something up, but I have come across one problem: I lack creativity and content. And while trying to motivate myself I start asking myself "Why bother, you are going to hate it, and doubt yourself" and "You will not be proud of your work, this is as far as you can go". So, I ask of you, to explain to me, what are your reasons? I am curious.


I'm unsure of where to place this..

[Stephire]

I have too much time on my hands, so it cures boredom.
It's a nice feeling knowing you a have a little place on the web.
Also, because I like having something that I completely rule over and control.
^_-
Other than that....I got nothing. Xp
Good question though, but you should also ask "Why not?". :D
I think you should go for it.

[Jane Doe.]

Ooh, I understand that. Mhhm. I'm still trying to motivate myself, or else I'll end up locking myself out of my computer, because of this. Jeez, and yet I'm thinking of buying another domain..a .tv domain, hah. Thank you, I will continue to look into it, but I'd still like some more input from more members, please!

[technicolour]

I like having somewhere where I can showcase my work. I like being able to write about my work and life and stuff.

Ooooh..now you got me thinking...

[Jane Doe.]

Well, good. I like to make people think :p. I was thinking of going with that angle..and then realized that I have nothing to talk about/have no friends or anyone to share my work with..:-\.

[technicolour]

^ I dont either, really. All my friends think i'm a nerd, cause I'd rather stay home and do something on the computer instead of going to a football game. We always loose anyways, so what's the use?

My host told me to join exposure, where 3 random people comment on your site and you comment on 3 other random peoples site. It's really a great thing..sort of.

I just know that having an up-to-date portfolio can help me in later life...I hope, at least.

[megumint]

Well, for me, I like to practice and learn everything out there. I really do see myself doing this for the rest of my life. It was something I was drawn to when I was younger, and I've never gotten bored.

I don't see myself making a lot of money with it, so I'll have to have another source of income, but that's all the more incentive to become even better at it. Perhaps if I become the best, I can make lots of money. *dreams*

Anyway, that's basically it. Plus, I like to showcase stuff and get feedback and get better... And make friends and all sorts of stuff.
Okay, not so much making friends. Mostly the first reason.

[steezahh]

i wanna be a graphic artist when i grow up & a fashion designer.. so i actually do kinda have my own buissness with doing graphics.. haha.. so its also really interesting for me to experiment.

[*Libertie*]

It's like therapy. Calming. It takes my mind away from things that upset me. Especially the coding.. I do all my coding in notepad from nothing because I like that it gives me something to focus on for a few hours. That's why I don't get too upset when people take my code without asking, it's not like I felt I was working.

[Gigi]

Well, I wouldn't spend so much time on something that I hate for no money...so obviously I like doing all this. It's entertaining, it keeps you...occupied.

I also think it makes you feel productive, and makes you more goal-oriented, I suppose.

I'm not really good at being creative or an artsy sort of person. I guess all these subdomains and graphic art gives me an outlet for creativity, and for some reason I accept digital art much more easily.

I have been thinking about making a career from this, but since I love money so much, and I'm not sure that I'm good enough or creative enough to make sufficient amounts of it, I probably won't follow through with it. But I think it's great learning experience...and yeah.

That's why I think you don't need to overthink this, just do it if you like to do it. Don't question if you're creative enough, and don't ever compare yourself to other people. There will ALWAYS be people more creative than you are, but you should make the best of what you have. If you're not creative, then fine. That's your own brand of creativity, is how I like to think of it. Just being able to express yourself this way is enough for me. =]

that was a looong post.

[Jane Doe.]

Oooh, I love these replies <3. I like how everyone has their own thing for this :D.

^ I dont either, really. All my friends think i'm a nerd, cause I'd rather stay home and do something on the computer instead of going to a football game. We always loose anyways, so what's the use?

My host told me to join exposure, where 3 random people comment on your site and you comment on 3 other random peoples site. It's really a great thing..sort of.

I just know that having an up-to-date portfolio can help me in later life...I hope, at least.

Haha, all of my 'there-but-not-really' friends think I'm insane, since I never go out..
I don't think I could do that, the commenting 3 random people, and they comment yours..I would feel too pushy.
And yeah, I do think having a portofolio is good :).

That's why I think you don't need to overthink this, just do it if you like to do it. Don't question if you're creative enough, and don't ever compare yourself to other people. There will ALWAYS be people more creative than you are, but you should make the best of what you have. If you're not creative, then fine. That's your own brand of creativity, is how I like to think of it. Just being able to express yourself this way is enough for me. =]

Oh, you have no idea what those words mean to me. Thank you...
You should consider being a counselor .

[wildkitty]

For me, I suppose it's mainly the feeling that someone appreciates and likes your work - very satisfying!
Kitty