Indeed, some of us are high tier. Speaking for other forums, i can say that Carpe Noctem got some true artist.
I agree. Some people are just so good that it is actually de-motivational. A sad reminder of my mediocrity.
Why should i let myself be depressed? By this reasoning i shouldn't enjoy playing football with my friends because of Messi.
I am not yet long enough in the hobby to achieve that. 1. Denial "No way!!! That has to be photoshopped!" 2. Anger "man he is too good! Why can't I be so good?" 3. Bargaining "maybe if I invest more time in the hobby or use better colors..." 4. Depression "*sigh* I'll never be that good *sob*" 5. Acceptance "well, who cares? I have fun painting" I am somewhere in stages 3 and 4 most of the time I guess...
My painting does suffer from this. I'm never really satisfied with it, so I go play video games instead!
Look at it this way. To be that good at painting, you must use a lot of time on it, and neglect some other skills. So what if you're a mediocre painter, think about all the other things that you are above average in. Can he carve wood like you? I don't think so. Basically, don't let other's success discourage you, just enjoy the things you like.
Your frame of mind in regards to painting is definitely superior to mine. I completely agree with you, but it is difficult to overcome one's own innate nature. For the record, I'd give up my woodworking skills for those high level painting skills!