Re-sub means... well, that I'm a year-old Cookie..

..and you best believe I ain't stale!

I will level with you.. I almost canceled the re-sub. First, I started making excuses as to why it would be too expensive, or "out of budget". Then, I started to justify not needing it, Youtube would have enough videos for me to sift through. Ultimately, I looked back at everything I have gained in the last year and I asked if it was worth the $288. It was almost laughable to even begin to weigh $288 vs (<) "Everything Gained" 

My time spent learning the art/craft of 3D through Blender, under the guidance of CGCookie has been incredible. I appreciate that the teachers know their craft and the tools available, and can explain *why* we should do something (or why the software will behave in a certain manner.) They respond to questions and comment on the work that you submit. They really spend time cultivating the environment for growth. This 3D endeavor can be daunting or scary and my experience within this community has been everything but that.

One day, I want to be proficient at this skill so that I can make my imagination come to life. I hope that people can see my worth, and also compensate me accordingly. Investing in CGCookie is acknowledging their worth and compensating them accordingly. Supporting those who were here before us and built the bridges, so that we may have an easier time crossing. The same way, one day, others may support me for the bridges I have helped to create.

Now, as I've sat here and stared at my screen thinking about the past year. I can't help but chuckle at the freeze-frame of Kent Trammel that is on my computer. I have turned that into my contact photo for you and as I manifest about the future, one day you will say to yourself "I can't believe I'm calling that dude.." and you'll know that this is the picture of you that I will be seeing.. 

Then we'll probably make something dope *shrug* :p

Much Love to everyone here at CGCookie, Thank you!

-Thrive