It does feel rewarding when other artists like your works. BUT what really keeps me making images is the process and the product. To me, the real reward of art is self satisfaction (this comes BEFORE you even decide to show your work to anybody).

Now as far as the type of art one posts, consider Britney Spears or Boy bands. I sure don't like them but A LOT of people do because... of personal taste. And who am I to condemn the fans? Pesonally, I have NEVER met anyone who likes the exact same songs that I love. Same goes with visual arts. Some people think "realism" is what makes a great pic (I don't think so), but that's their opinion and I DO respect that.

As far as HOT 20, it won't change! But not a problem, as Tjohn said, there's no money involved LOL! The only thing I can say is that if the HOT 20 bothers you, don't go there.

Finally the popularity thing DOES exist. But when I think of it, the "world of art" is just that way. I would treasure the a rough sketch by Picasso much much more than an painstakingly worked, full sized drawing by an artist I don't know. Rochr, Doublecrash, sbleci, ocddoug (along with many others) are just awesome artists IMHO, and if there is a fan club for these guys, count me in cuz I'm a huge fan!!!