The real world contradicts the theory that only people with deep pockets or deep-pocketed patrons (other than, y'know, a day job) would create skillful artistic works. People do it for free every single day.
"The real world contradicts the theory that only people with deep pockets or deep-pocketed patrons (other than, y'know, a day job) would create skillful artistic works. People do it for free every single day."
That wasn't what I meant to say, and I apologize if I worded things confusingly.
Rather, my point was that people who spend a lot of money creating content need to recoup that investment, unless they can afford to give it away (or are financially sponsored). I didn't really say anything about quality levels, or about whether a profit motive is necessary in achieving something of skill.
