James Hackett

This year was literally a roller-coaster most would not know the details obviously but I went from normal to really, really low and well, now at the end of the year I must admit I am at a decent high.

It is important to have really good and close friends who will lift you up through the dark times, when even your confidence has betrayed you. 2009 was pivotal in terms of me making a fight back to say my piece, irregardless of who likes how I do what I do or not. I want to carve my own artistic vison into the landscape and so I am no longer afraid to say and do so.

As strong as that sounds I am not beyond learning, and listening to people out there. It is important to respect your community and that will be important as I move into 2010. Here is to community, growth and confidence.  Have a great year!