It's nice to be appreciated... I bet.

I think I am about done with other people getting recognition for my creativity and getting no credit for it.

This last year has been a learning experience. I have put into motion putting out magic with three different reputable magic companies. I can say with absolute truth that self producing is by far the way to go. It's just a big ol hassle otherwise.

I have this strange feeling I am going to be one of the guys who helps make other people famous. Is it odd I don't really have a problem with that?

There are times I forget that magicians are first and foremost human so it shouldn't surprise me when they treat their fellow magic the way most humans treat their species. I suppose you add deception and the ability to lie easily you get people who can more so than others be two faced and only reach out to you when they want something without breaking stride.

Good thing I have a long memory I guess...

I'm getting damned sick of being the really creative guy no one will hire for anything.

I talked about this in my other journal but every time I see it, it makes me a little angry and sad. Magic companies rarely put the faces of the creators on the packaging. They want something that promotes the company, not the individual. This is an artistic freedom you give up anytime you decide to hand over your art to someone else. Sadly it seems I am guilty of this now. Lesson learned.