Why do trolls leave negative comments on my art? Is it a reflection of my work?

Trolling comments are not a mirror reflecting on you, your art, or your quality – they’re a window into who that person is. It reveals their lack of success, anger, frustration, or what’s going wrong in their life. Every type of artist and photographer, regardless of style, subject matter, or success level (even those selling hundreds of thousands per year), receives troll comments. It’s not about you at all. Understanding this helps you detach emotionally and not take it personally.

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Asked by an artist hurt by negative comments · Answered by Patrick Shanahan · art-marketing-podcast · 2020-09-10