Originally Posted by
meldmac
I see so many talented ladies and so many gorgeous quilts on here and yet it doesn't seem that a lot of people appreciate how much work and money goes into the quilts. This includes the quilters themselves, seems that we are always undervaluing our hard work and effort. Makes me a bit sad.
I agree with you, especially the part
bolded. I think that generally (there are exceptions) women undervalue their own work (look at wages men vs. women). One thing that bothers me is, when doing "show and tell" women almost always TELL the flaws. Be proud of your work and don't degrade yourself.
And I think the majority of work in the art field is under rewarded. Only the very elite and dedicated make a profit, let alone a living. And art is very hard to sell, it's got to connect with the one person to whom it speaks.
I've decided the value is what it gives me, not if anyone else appreciates my work. And I don't point out the flaws-that devalues my work.