I suppose it all starts very innocently- a miss guided dream becomes one of those "be careful what you wish for" wishes that get granted. The rest is luck and delusion. I can't recommend strong enough getting a real job if you need an excuse not to pursue a line of work you need look no further than this blog. Unless you're born with natural talent it's not worth it.
The following are representations of the crap I have the utter gall my "work" which is far too dignified a title.