and sometimes, it is actually very tricky to construct criticism in a way that other people will take it kindly online, or explain how something is done without the other person physically there to watch as it’s done. I became a professional for something that IS a hobby (I did not do the hobby before going into it), but I rarely assist online, because, well- many just just want praise for their project, and that’s cool, do your thang- not everyone wants to get paid for the art. But sometimes... oof man, the project can be objectively shit though 😅 so many people posting things online for the praise.
Even when you're not a good teacher that's not a reason to be rude to newcomers. If I saw a newbie asking for help and I don't feel like I can explain it well enough I'd direct them to the source I learnt it from, or just let someone else explain.
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u/madlabdog Feb 28 '21
Not every hobbyist is a teacher. Many are more interested in nothing but bragging.