[andrewvc]

Interesting, however, it reminds me of an interview I saw of outsider independent filmmaker Errol Morris on 60 minutes[1]. When asked if he wishes he could win an Oscar for his work, he never has, Morris quickly replied 'of course', and went on to explain that wanting recognition is part of being an artist.

Some outsiders rationalize their outsider status as being a choice, when they have none. I don't claim to have a window into Bukowski's head, but as Morris would say, sometimes those around us see us more clearly than we see ourselves.

1. http://www.errolmorris.com/content/60minII.html