Nicolya wrote:
According to your logic, artists should give away everything and to die from the hunger. Yes, of course, artists do the art for people, but since it's their work, they have to be compensated. It was ALWAYS the case.
No way! It's all about knowing where to draw the line. I mean, for example, an artist (i.e. a painter) doesn't get paid every time anybody takes a look at his/her painting.
And when have I ever said that artists don't have to receive their author's emoluments?!

...But I've already said that I just wanted to state my opinion (mainly because of Sean's hint towards me ), and I'm not gonna argue here. We can continue the discussion in private (I'd be glad to if you want  ), so that not to arouse Sean...