I've been here longer than a lot of the people who post here, longer than a number of the people who moderate. This place used to be an amazing source of inspiration, a place where talented people from all over the world posted their art. Those days are gone for the most part. What this place is now, is but a pale shadow of what it used to be. Many of the artists I remember are gone, having passed away or moved on to other galleries. A lot of the vendors are leaving as well. I too am moving on, and this time, I will not look back. I closed my store, and I have deleted all the images I had here, my entire gallery.

To the last of you talented folks left, I'll look for you elsewhere. I know you are posting in other places. To the rest of you, many of whom I have never met, best of luck. And good journey to all of you.

Take care,
Melissa K. aka Art By Mel