Oh yes, very manageable roof over our heads. But it took a long time. A century or two ago it would have truly been a “death pledge”. We still have a few years to go until ownership. However, in the U.S. our houses are taxed forever. One never owns property outright. In New York State, the property taxes are quite high. I often wonder if we’re still living in a feudal system.
Not too long ago, I was a 3x Dolphin and enjoying amazing payouts for a single post. Granted, I put some effort into creating it, and believe that is as it should be if I expect pennies for my creativity. Social media as entrepreneurship actually makes sense to me as an artist. Part of my life’s mission is to seek communion with my fellow man/woman. It’s a very hard row to hoe, especially in this age. So much atomization of society, and dog eat dog degradation.
Some people on Steemit make 100 USD in steem per post. I am prolific and know this would be reachable with effort and consistency.
I agree with you about artists with their heads in the clouds. I am sort of a mixed bag:) I wear the hair shirt so to speak—a philosopher, pilgrim, and a painter.
Anyway, didn’t Zuckerburg’s empire begin with a creepy girl-watching app? And it didn’t pay a penny until it did:) Now look at him. Still as creepy as ever, but richer than Croesus.
This is Stuckism’s 25th anniversary. It’s an ongoing reform movement shaking up the market. It wouldn’t have happened without the Internet. The two go hand-in-hand and will be the downfall of the cheap commoditization of art and artists.
Thanks for the read and kindness to the paintings:)
Always merry and bright!