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2 years ago
Heyo!
Firstly, thanks so much for the kind comments on my last journal, I really appreciate it!
Now, onto the main thing:
Commissions are still fairly new territory to me, I've only done two rounds— but, like I intended, it's given me a feel for how things work.. what I like, what I don't like. I really take pride in willing to take on bigger/unique projects per a commissioner's request, but my slot system sometimes has me taking on a bit more than I can handle at a time! (I generally like having a semi-fast turnaround, so lately I've had to make people wait until I was done with whatever I got before them, before working on theirs)
I've been heavily considering using the forms strategy (through Google Forms), letting folks submit their ideas (in a way that's easy for me to compare the essentials of) for a few days, giving every an ample chance to get their ideas in. This would also allow for me to take on what I'm in the mood for/what I think I can manage, while hopefully not changing too much!
Idk, I'm still thinking on it— I know using forms isn't increadibly popular, but I really like trying new stuff for you guys considering the subject matter I specialize in, and this just might be a bit better in the long run
I'll also likely be changing my prices a little bit— nothing too drastic, but I low-balled myself going in, and feel that I've improved a lot since I started, so I'll probably just aim for a slight increase in things that take a lot more time :>
This might take some time, so until I'm ready to do comms again, I might open YCHs! What I did last went super well, so I might do more similar to that- but I'm also considering doing scene YCHs as well... Maybe with an auction this time?? Idk, I'm trying not to be too hasty, but still optimistic!
Either way, I hope you guys are cool with the coming changes, I'll see y'all later <3
Firstly, thanks so much for the kind comments on my last journal, I really appreciate it!
Now, onto the main thing:
Commissions are still fairly new territory to me, I've only done two rounds— but, like I intended, it's given me a feel for how things work.. what I like, what I don't like. I really take pride in willing to take on bigger/unique projects per a commissioner's request, but my slot system sometimes has me taking on a bit more than I can handle at a time! (I generally like having a semi-fast turnaround, so lately I've had to make people wait until I was done with whatever I got before them, before working on theirs)
I've been heavily considering using the forms strategy (through Google Forms), letting folks submit their ideas (in a way that's easy for me to compare the essentials of) for a few days, giving every an ample chance to get their ideas in. This would also allow for me to take on what I'm in the mood for/what I think I can manage, while hopefully not changing too much!
Idk, I'm still thinking on it— I know using forms isn't increadibly popular, but I really like trying new stuff for you guys considering the subject matter I specialize in, and this just might be a bit better in the long run
I'll also likely be changing my prices a little bit— nothing too drastic, but I low-balled myself going in, and feel that I've improved a lot since I started, so I'll probably just aim for a slight increase in things that take a lot more time :>
This might take some time, so until I'm ready to do comms again, I might open YCHs! What I did last went super well, so I might do more similar to that- but I'm also considering doing scene YCHs as well... Maybe with an auction this time?? Idk, I'm trying not to be too hasty, but still optimistic!
Either way, I hope you guys are cool with the coming changes, I'll see y'all later <3
I just wanted to say go for it! Don't be ashamed to experiment with how you take commissions and to place more value your work.
I know it can be uncomfortable to mix things up and increase your prices, but when you're taking commissions, you're the only one who can give yourself a raise. In the end, people will decide if your art is worth it to them when they decide whether to pay what you're asking. If your work is worth more than what you're charging now, it's completely okay to ask for more, to value and take care of yourself! And it's also totally okay if you end up getting it wrong. If you overshoot, you can always lower your prices again in the future.
Personally, I agree that you've probably low-balled your prices. But ultimately no one person can know what your art is worth to anyone other themselves, you just have to figure it out by seeing what happens and adjusting if you need to. Worst case scenario, you get fewer commissions than you want, and then you'll end up with a pretty good idea of how much your art is worth! And if there's anyone who can't afford it but you really want to work with them, you can always arrange a trade or something like that.
Speaking of which, I still need to commission you! I've been a bit out of touch since I inquired a while back, sorry about that. I'll try to keep an eye out for the submission form if that's the way you end up going.
I really really appreciate your words of encouragement/feedback! Thank you so much :3
It's a little nerve wracking to make such a big change, yeah, but I think it'll help me out in the long run- I'm glad you stopped by to let me know your thoughts, thank you <3
And yeah! I'm still down for what we were discussing, especially since I've gotten to work with anthros a little more :3
Would love to talk again some time~ be it about the comm or otherwise!
Also, a price increase would be good.
And thank you aaa, that's really encouraging to hear form a frequent customer such as yourself~ look forward to hopefully working together again soon :3