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Let me welcome you all to a another issue of my new series, titled: Throwback Thursday: Fractal Legacy. In this series, we'll journey back in time to celebrate the incredible contributions of fractal artists, who were once vibrant voices in our community. Though they may not be active today, their artistic vision, innovative techniques, and stunning creations have left an undeniable mark on the world of fractal art. Join me as we rediscover their masterpieces and draw inspiration from the legacies they've built. In the nineteenth issue of TT:FL, we will be revisiting the legacy of @Jimpan1973 A seasoned UltraFractal veteran, @Jimpan1973's architectural and structural artworks were nothing short of outstanding and truly his own. For over a decade, his work has been a huge source of inspiration, serving as a blessing to the eyes of almost every UltraFractal and other fractal artist. His mastery of composition and form is evident in every piece. But structures are not the only style

Deep down, we all feel inadequate as artists. We feel that we should be better than we are. We are incapable of seeing ourselves as others do and that is part of the problem. We look at what others create, and unconsciously compare our own creations to those we see. The truth is that uncounted hours of practice is the only thing that will make our skills better and that we must ask ourselves one question. Are we creating art for others, or are we creating it for ourselves? A young artist that I respect asked me the other day to explain my views. He confided in me that he has stopped posting art because he feels that his work isn't good enough. I gave him the following three points. Practice is the path to getting better. The truth is that we either create art for others, or create art for ourselves. When we do it for others, it leads to an expectation that others may not return and is a trap. When we create art for ourselves, the only one we have to make happy is ourselves