I have long been a watcher on this site. I never really got into art while I was growing up; school was difficult as it was for me and I dug myself into gaming. I had been unhappy with my life and wanted a change. I've always lived on the internet. I identify with the name "Rufran" more than I do my actual name, but I never had a face to put with that name.

I'm changing that now. Along with trying to put my life into working order, I want to become an artist and I want to be truly a part of this community rather than an awkward bystander. It will take some time, but I am beginning with the basics and when I feel I am competent enough I will put a face to the name Rufran like I've always wanted.

If you are reading this journal, it is probably because I've just followed you and you are looking in to greet me and thank me for watching, but the truth is if it is any time close to the date I am writing this, I've already been following you on a shell watcher account.

If this applies to you, I want you to know that all of your artwork has meant a great deal to me. All of you have inspired me to try being myself and you are all great artists.

Thank you so much.

--Rufran