Quote Originally Posted by Danwell View Post

I don't think anyone here begrudges the Barb T.'s and the Matt Newsome's of the world charging what they do for their labour, because we're all greatful for the opportunity they provide to buy a piece of their art. I understand why Brice asked what he did: if they money is so bad, why are there so many doing it? I don't know either, and you have to wonder if really is that bad...........if it is, then I'm greatful for these people and the time they sacrifice to allow us to enjoy kilting.
Agree with the first part, take umbrage at the second. I'm pretty positive the money sucks.

Why do artists of any ilk do what they do? Just because a kilt is a garment, doesn't mean it's not in the same category as a fine portrait, beautiful vase, or heck, a 3-movement work for wind quintet. Artists almost never make enough to live on. I know a few in the Asheville area who do, but they only become "successful" when they mass-produce their art, print it onto mugs, whatever.

The money is never great in the fine arts. Artists enjoy what they do. And what kilt makers charge is frankly quite unfair... to them.

My two cents, again.