I had a period of feeling like this. But I realised it was the framing of it that was the problem.
Don't engage in things because you want to be remembered, do things because you want to make something joyful or engaging for other people. Getting remembered for it is a bonus.
Van Gogh wasn't remembered until after he died.

So I'm trying to create things myself, but I'm pretty lackluster in talent. Still, if I can make someone's day even a little bit richer, it feels worth it, you know?

And I'd say that the pictures you post on your gallery do just that, too.

*Gives you a biiiig hug* I know I certainly won't be forgetting you two

It's not selfish to want to be remembered. There are so many people that desire to leave a Legacy. Your's is a creative goal, and I would think that you are well on your way in the way that you are able to produce consistently quality illustrations on a daily basis (At least if Pinktober is any indication).

As a though you and Snowy could collaborate on a Graphic Novel fulfilling both dreams....
(There is also something to be said for chasing dreams separately, it's just something that crossed my mind as the goals seemed similar.)

This hits really close to the heart for me and I think for a lot of people as well. Our existence is finite and no matter what we strive to be or do with our lives, it always sort of feels like we're destined to be forgotten. In that very way of thinking, we end up forgetting the other side to our finite reality: That the bonds we share between each other are what make our existence have any sort of meaning or value.

Being remembered is a lot like the holy grail of life. The idea of existing in tales long after we are gone is awe inspiring beyond measure. As someone who has looked at that as the ideal and perfect thing, I know that suffering and fear that comes in knowing that I might be forgotten. It actually took a good friend to help shake that fear from my head. She told me that if I spent my time focused on making strong memories with loved ones and friends, I would never be forgotten. Everyone looks back on good memories and old friendships just the same way as all of us revisit the ancient stories of people long ago. We do it to look for guidance, answers, and comfort. So long as someone tells the story for your friendship, you won't be forgotten... Not by this generation, and not by any generation to follow.

Chess:Oh having a book published would be amazing!

Kim:https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Ic7Nq.....8T&index=3

I don't want to be easily forgotten.

It's not selfish to want to be remembered. Nor is it selfish to want to be famous, to stand beside those whose work you idolize and were inspired by.

=3 best of luck to ya both.

it certainly isn't selfish or greedy to want that. You are a great source of inspiration for a lot of us and you changed my life for the better so don't you worry, you have done a lot and i'm sure you'll be remembered

I feel this so much!

Yo, if he wants to finish a novel, check out nanowrimo this november~ we could write together!

...... Big oof.

You've definitely left an impression on me Kimmy and I won't be forgetting that ever. Looking forward to many years of friendship and otherwise~

I can understand this. After 9/11 i jumped eagerly into the military i wanted so badly to lead the charge. If i was to go i wanted my brothers and sisters to remember my name. After all the smoke settled all i wanted to do is forget. I drank heavily trying to bury the memories and the lifes i lost along the way. No all i can do is fake a smile and keep marching forward. If its any consolidation youre art has touched me in many good ways even from your early pieces and youve only gotten better. Thank you for being a part of my life even if its just through art no mater what ill remember you. <3

*offers internet hugs*

I know the feeling. *hugs* I've self published a novel, and it was only after my job let me go that I found the spark to hopefully make many many more. I am finding ways to improve my stories that I never might have found years ago and I have to believe that I was meant to do this. Whether everyone responds... At least for now, doesn't matter so much. It will, in time, but for that to happen I have a lot of work to do.

Thought about this just lead me down a rabbit hole of what would happen... I mean everything goes and it just goes down to what will be around when things happen.