Anyone who denies that this isn't about being popular or part of a clique is in denial because they are already popular and in a clique and don't care what ails the rest of the people because it doesn't apply to them.

Let's be real here people. Don't deny what is. I've seen too many undeserving images get accolades and kudos and seen too many deserving ones not get any. I for one comment on the merit of the art work, not who the person is or what my relationship is to that person. At the same time I don't comment on an image I like when it's already gotten 30-40 comments on it, honestly what can I say that hasn't already been said. It's like walking up to Mel Gibson and telling him "I'm a big fan".

I do art for me, every picture I do has a story behind it and what I post is my best attempt to capture the inspiration. Yeah it would be nice to get comments but knowing that this place is a clique, I don't expect it. I would rather someone leave a comment because they really truly like my art and not just kissing my ass.

I don't ever go into the top 20 either. What's the point when on any given day I can give you the 20 names of people what will be in there.