Doing My best!
Added 2016-03-21 19:02:37 +0000 UTCHey Guys, so I know I have been behind with a few tier perks, particularly the sketches, google hangouts and private livestreams.
I know it's not a good excuse but I feel the need to keep you guys more in the loop then anyone else who follows my work.
I have been battling severe depression and anxiety. A lot has happened with friends and family and I'm just very beaten down by this false version of me my fanbase and people online seem to have created of me without even knowing me. It kills my motivation for my projects and I feel like I need to be posting as much as possible but it's never enough.
I just wanted to thank you guys because you guys ACTUALLY support me in a way that can help me follow my dreams and do bigger things, and so far nobody has given me grief for not being able too keep up, so I just want to say thank you all!
Thank you all so much and I love you, and I'll try to post as MUCH as I can just for you guys! <3
-Viv
Comments
Depression and anxiety are persistent sunovabitches, that's for sure. Just remember that we're here to cheer you on and listen. If and when people do start giving you shit about productivity, ignore them. They don't know your life, and you don't owe them every little thing. Take as many breaks as you need, because nobody wins if you lose the desire to create in the process of working AND fighting depression. In short, we're here for you. Stay strong!
Mappy The Squire
2016-03-30 19:03:42 +0000 UTCThank you so much for what you do. You are an inspiration to so many people. Thank you!
PhilattheGame
2016-03-23 17:14:46 +0000 UTCFalse version of you? Do people really just see your art and think they know things about you? People are so weird. Good luck fighting back the depression and dealing with life in general. Just remember that you've always got people that think you're awesome.
D Fox
2016-03-23 10:21:34 +0000 UTCI am terribly sorry to hear about that, if there is anything we can do please ask and remember you're health and happiness come before us, please don't stress about uploads and focus on what is best for you.
Dave
2016-03-22 17:39:08 +0000 UTCDepression can be a very difficult beast to tackle and worrying about how much or how often you post material here will only make it worse. I believe many of your other patrons will agree that we don't support you because we expect to see something in return, we support you because we believe in what you do and what you create. Your personal well being is more important, so I hope you don't make yourself feel worse by stressing over content.
Austin Ladshaw
2016-03-22 16:08:31 +0000 UTCRemember to do what YOU want to do first, rather than thinking about what "we" want. In the end you don't owe us anything, we support you because we think you deserve it for the work you've done, not because we expect you to work faster, harder or better. Take your time and remember why YOU are doing this, otherwise life kind of loses its touch. Have a good one Viv <3
Asmus Green
2016-03-22 09:30:24 +0000 UTCRemember, Vivienne, we're all here for you!
Green-Guy Geno
2016-03-22 01:00:01 +0000 UTCViv. You inspire me, and that's worth a lot more than I've been able to scrape together to support your Patreon. Don't ever do anything to maintain an image created for you--you maintain your vision, your outlook on the world, even if your experiences constantly mold and shape it, and people will be there to watch. The fact that you struggle against the will of your pushier fans means you have awesome courage and integrity. Woo.
2016-03-22 00:58:44 +0000 UTCI'm just happy that you get to follow your dreams with your absolutely beautiful art style. When i saw a trailer for Zootopia it reminded me of your art and your comic because, well the names are crazy close and then you made art of Zootopia! I already wanted to see the movie but the cute pictures are icing on the cake, now it is a must. If you ever need help with anything, i'm sure anyone and everyone who is supporting you here, will gladly listen with not just their ears, but also their hearts.
Figmandor
2016-03-22 00:08:16 +0000 UTCoh gosh I'm sorry to hear that ! I hope things get better soon, don't worry about posting a lot of stuffs, you've done a lot already, especially with that big animation ^^
Magpie
2016-03-21 23:28:53 +0000 UTCHey, good luck!! :)
Michael
2016-03-21 23:05:22 +0000 UTCTake all the time to combat your depression that you need;It will pass and until then we shall all endeavor to understand your situation. :)
Garrett Simpson
2016-03-21 22:46:33 +0000 UTCGet well soon viv :>
destinee
2016-03-21 22:22:41 +0000 UTCDon't worry, we're here because we care about your art AND YOU. And yeah, I'm a dad and a grandpa, so I have to say it, I hope you're getting some professional help... it's made a huge difference for friends and family in the jaws of depression. Praying for you...
Chris St
2016-03-21 22:11:34 +0000 UTCI'm sorry you have to go through that. Just remember, you and you're artwork are both amazing!! Things will get better, I'm sure of it!!
Benjamin Varner
2016-03-21 21:41:21 +0000 UTCA friend of mine, named Joe, is one of the best people I know. Smiling, laughing, telling jokes and being a goof. Kind hearted and loaded down with depression. One day he had to leave. Life got to him so badly that he just had to GO. He wouldn't say why and our other friends didn't understand and even got angry with him over it. But I understood, and I told him it was okay. Better to run away and gather himself than to hurt himself. The point is, there is nothing wrong with escape, even of you end up disappointing people who you feel like would get angry, or were counting on you for something. You need to put yourself and your own health and sanity ahead of anyone else, and remember that even if people get mad, there are also people who understand.
Canon-Thought
2016-03-21 20:13:19 +0000 UTCYou're doing great just doing what you can. We couldn't ask for anything more.
Endless
2016-03-21 19:47:30 +0000 UTCLife does this you just gotta keep pushing through it.
2016-03-21 19:44:37 +0000 UTCIt's all good in the hood. We would love to have more hang outs but life happens, and we totally love and respect you too much to be Jerks about it : )
David Lemonds
2016-03-21 19:11:06 +0000 UTCHey hun. It's okay don't you worry about it. Your art is beautiful and worth the wait. I'm sorry people have been giving you a hard time.
Kressent Rhodes
2016-03-21 19:10:30 +0000 UTC