There is a post on Pics for Design Facebook group, written by Lisa Lisa Carillo who I believe is also known as SoulDesigner.
The exact nature of what has been said is difficult to ascertain as the posters first language is not English, and the post is a little confusing, however from what I can gather, I am being accused of being a member of a yahoo pirate/sharing group.
I categorically state I am not a member of that or any other sharing group,
I do not share tubes or kits.
After further reading of the post and comments over the last few days, I believe what has happened is the yahoo group has shared a link to my blog because I made all my PTU kits free. This has been
seen and misunderstood by someone, who then made assumptions without even the courtesy of contacting me directly and asking me about it first, and has announced to the world of Facebook, PFD and the PSP world at large, that I am sharing/pirating tubes and/or PTU kits.
Again I categorically state I do not share tubes or kits
I am a trifle annoyed I have been named without any attempt at direct contact from my accusers to ascertain if there is any truth to their suspicions.
UPDATE: I have had communications with one of the posters and the truth of the matter has now been revealed.
It would appear it was indeed an error, someone in a yahoo illegal sharing group, had shared a link to my blog because I put my PTU kits up for free, and this was misinterpreted as me being a member of the group.
On a more thought provoking note, isnt it strange how a post about gossip and scandal manages to reach 139 people yet a post about giving away free templates for people to use only manages to reach 18. Says a lot about the way people think today, and it makes me very sad. If the psp world wants to keep receiving free stuff to play with, perhaps we should all share the good stuff more and ignore the gossip, its not wonder so many designers either quit or go PTU when there is little to no appreciation for what they give so freely. Just a thought !
UPDATE: I have had communications with one of the posters and the truth of the matter has now been revealed.
It would appear it was indeed an error, someone in a yahoo illegal sharing group, had shared a link to my blog because I put my PTU kits up for free, and this was misinterpreted as me being a member of the group.
On a more thought provoking note, isnt it strange how a post about gossip and scandal manages to reach 139 people yet a post about giving away free templates for people to use only manages to reach 18. Says a lot about the way people think today, and it makes me very sad. If the psp world wants to keep receiving free stuff to play with, perhaps we should all share the good stuff more and ignore the gossip, its not wonder so many designers either quit or go PTU when there is little to no appreciation for what they give so freely. Just a thought !
Truly sorry you had to go through that it can not be easy to see your good name being dragged thru the mud keep your head up and keep being the you who many admire
ReplyDeleteI regret that this has passed :(
ReplyDeleteAnyone who has been a fan of yours for awhile, as I have, knows you would never do that! Yes, it is sad how drama gossip spreads so fast! Just ignore it and keep being the wonderful designer you are! ♥
ReplyDeleteWow! Tis sad indeed. I LOVE all your kits and am a subscriber to your blog. Hope you have a better holiday season and Happy New Year! Hugs, Michal(Michal's Designz)
ReplyDeleteHi, so sorry to hear but keep your head up and do not listen to the crap. We are many who love your kits! Thank you so very much for all your shares! It is very much appreciated!! ♥♥♥ Happy Holidays to you and yours!
ReplyDeleteHow awful! I just popped on here and saw this. I love your kits and shares that you so freely give. Sadly we live in a world where people do not check facts and post anything. A huge, major downside to social media. Know that there are those of us who appreciate your kind heart. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful work so freely!♥
ReplyDeletesorry to hear you had to endure all that drama because of miscommunication. Well you have lots that know differently and wish you well for being so generous with all the goodies on your blog. I appreciate all you do and sending valentine hugs your way ((((()))))
ReplyDelete"Says a lot about the way people think today, and it makes me very sad. If the psp world wants to keep receiving free stuff to play with, perhaps we should all share the good stuff more and ignore the gossip, its not wonder so many designers either quit or go PTU when there is little to no appreciation for what they give so freely. Just a thought !"
ReplyDeleteSo true!
Thank you for all the wonderful thinks you make and thank you so much for the shares you freely give to all us taggers! <3
I'm just scrolling through, but happened upon your post. People are always quick to judge before finding out the facts first. I'm happy that you offer your kits for free. I can't imagine how much hard work goes into making them! Thanks for all that you do!
ReplyDeleteIt's a total shame. I absolutely agree with you. The good goes unnoticed. I thank you for your shares. For all you make for a community that otherwise would not be able to PSP. Not everyone has the money to go out and pay for Kits/tubes. Many designer/artist have gone PTU because of wrongful sharing. Making it harder for those that cannot buy. Again thank you for sharing your thoughts and clearing this matter. Like you said, its a bad post that get's all around so quickly before you can even blink. I say, thanks again for sharing. Mags♥
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