Thank You forum!

[CABBYJ]

I'm a big fan of gratitude! I have to say that this forum has helped me so much. The people here are awesome and so willing to help! I belong to a few other "creative type" forums and the members are often mean and very critical. I appreciate the criticism and feedback I receive from the members here. I can be a bit of a ditz at times but even in that type of post I'm still able to absorb the comments positively.

Not sure if its the fact tha I'm running a fever right now, but just felt the need to show some love!

[Magic]

That's great Cabby- I love this forum too very supportive and great advice. I have made quite a few friends here. Nothing wrong with showing some love it makes the world a better place.

[glendaoneill]

Yay! The forum is fantastic!

[WyndyO]

Cabby started the Forum Group Hug!!!

This forum is the best I have found for openness, sharing, support, constructive criticism and just plain being awesome!

Also, being artsy types the "visual" aspect of seeing the posters' or their work in the avatar and gallery really makes it feel more relevant, connected and satisfying as you feel more like you get to know fellow artists. It really is a TREMENDOUS RESOURCE! It has been so rewarding to see the growth of so many members too!!

I second the vote- THANK YOU FORUM!! YAY! FORUM!!!

[CATZ]

Ditto from me! This forum has been an amazing resource for me too. Thanks everyone for your willingness to share and help.

[JBax]

Me too!

Much appreciation!

[melisadill]

This is a bit of an old thread, but I was kinda looking around to see where it would be appropriate to show some love.

This forum has proven to be helpful with positive and constructive feedback. I have not been thru all the posts, but I don't think I have found anyone being just outright mean. Very unlike another forum that I have been on. It's comfortable here. You don't have to worry if you should or shouldn't post a comment in fear of a negative respose.

Thank you to Matina for this forum and to all the members for making this such a fantabulous place to share ideas and information. Also thank you for accepting newbies in such a positive light. I see "old timers" on the newbie boards willing to give advise and direction. It is very refreshing!! And I just wouldn't feel right being here without giving ya'll the props ya'll deserve!

In the words of Filmore in the "Cars" movie, "There's a lotta luv in this place man."

[Psalmbook]

I heard once that the best way to grow is to always have a hand reaching down to help & mentor people & always have a hand reaching up to people who are experienced & can mentor you. This is exactly what I think of when I come to the forum!
(((HUG)))
Love ya'll & the journey we're taking together!

[Metina]

Ahh Thanks!

I will share something with you guys.

When I moved to England in 2007 I was very depressed. No friends yet, the weather was a downer and just the stress and drama of a huge move.

I was looking for something to keep me busy while we lived there. I went to a birthday party with my daughter and a professionall face painter was there. I was hooked!

There is a face painting group there at facepaintingchat.co.uk(check it if you get a chance. This group and all the local painters were the most giving and supportive folks I have ever met. So in many respects, facepainting "saved" me.

I decided when I returned that I was going to pay it forward. And...since there was no forum in the US like the one in England, I started one. (With the help and blessing of the other forum owner).

Thus I decided to create a "Nasty Free" zone for face painters to share grow and learn. Thanks for all your support!

-Metina

[Psalmbook]

Thank you for paying it forward!!!!

[BarbieSmith]

Metina, yes you have definitely been paying it forward! May I do the same! I LOVE this place too. It is great for inspiration on the days I don't feel like practicing (rare anyways, LOL) and I really have gotten great feedback and support. THANK YOU generous kind painters!!!!
Barbie

[Deleena Cannon]

I have only been in this forum for a day and I can already say the same!! Everyone has been so helpful already.Thanks guys!

[MichelleLA]

Just found this thread and so grateful for this forum and the wonderful folks who hang out here. I have yet to venture out to do a gig but in the few months I have been here, I have learned so much and learn every day.

Thank you Metina and thanks to all of you who so generously share your knowledge and experience!!!

[wmeventservices]

Me three!!!

[Smoaky]

Metina, me four!!!! Lots of times people don't get us "artsy types". But to be able to come here and see people that love the same things we do is awesome. TY again.