Worried that my passion for art is going to cost me a lot
I feel like by being an artist I'm going to prevent myself from ever entering a romantic relationship. Let's face it, artists have never been respected in society even going as far back as the Renaissance period when it was seen as a low-paying, low-status profession. Most artists have died sad, single and lonely even if their craft has been personally fulfilling to some degree (there are exceptions of course but those artists likely had other things going for them). Art doesn't showcase physical strength, status and money if anything it is associated with emotions and sensitivity which are not masculine traits. In all honesty I wouldn't care about all this nearly as much but it's tough choosing something that gets in the way of experiencing love from a woman.
@SoulofFate
There have always been people drawn to an artist... it is hard to say if you are good or your art touches other who knows you can be successful.
@SoulofFate
Wow. You seem to feel really terrible about your passion - or at least terrible for having it. There is not a thing wrong with being a passionate or creative person. Nothing. Personally, I am drawn to that in people. I have often been deeply inspired by musicians, artists, and writers in my life, and I've found deep connection with them. I've seen lots of expressive, creative people form long-lasting and wonderful relationships - including romantic ones and lots of marriages. I'm not trying to tell you that you're wrong to feel how you're feeling, though. I get how it can feel so isolating when the world doesn't seem to understand or embrace you, or when you're not finding the sort of companionship that you need. That's only natural. I'm sorry, though, that this is where you're at. It's clear that you're feeling pretty badly right now. I hear that. I hear you. Does your art ever help you express or release these things?