This is my personal advise to all of you out there; especially people who are fighting and striving to become a better artist. Seriously, I know all kind of things about art blocks, life and time issues and the feeling of being looked at as a 'child' for interest in Anime and Manga art. Unfortunately but it's a prejudice you'll often encounter.
1) Don't let it bring you down. It's your passion. Not theirs.
I am well aware of the criticism others may force upon; words that make you doubt yourself. Not only as an artist. But generally force you into procrastination or even stagnation.
2) Allow everybody to have their own opinion. Don't take