[Gimp-developer] Targeted audience of GIMP?

[gfxuser <gfx user online de>]

Hi,

the last thread reminded me of a question, which I had for some longer 
and I couldn't find the right answer yet:
Who is the targeted audience of GIMP?

Reading the product vision and the document 'GIMP 2.8 understanding UI 
changes' I don't see a clear definition of that, but only two groups: 
artists and scientists. Where are the non-professional artists and spare 
time enthusiasts? I'm also missing a clearer definition of the expected 
experience level. Only professionals seem to be addressed.
Are the other people not targeted? Clearing this as a part of the 
product vision would be a big help to avoid misunderstandings.

Best regards,

grafxuser