Ooh.. now I understood. Some people asked to me something about this topic, time ago. I was trying to understand what they meant with “Cliques”, now I get it.
I agree with what you wrote, guys.
I mean, it’s sad someone feels kicked out someway, but you don’t have to forget that we are all people and if someone we admire has friends in the fandom, is perfectly normal for them to interact with them more than others.
Now, talking about me,( because of that one who asked me the question about Cliques) for example I found a group of friends in the fandom; not everybody is an artist, some are Artists, some writers, some cosplayers, some just intrested in the show. I talk with them sometimes, when the routine permits me to do so. I have conversation with them in real life, in other socials, but also in the chat here, it’s normal. I’m sure everybody can potentially find a friend in the fandom, find nice people and interact with them. Don’t really matter if artist or just fan of the show. The point is to enjoy a show together and chat, have fun.
That’s it.