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IMPORTANT opinion regarding commission openings
4 months ago
Ferret Head
Heya everyone, usual thing I ramble lol so will open with a TLDR then the full detail for those who care to read it
The TLDR
So I have been getting some questions about the July commission opening and tldr I am not 100% decided yet on what to do with it due to how the rest of the year will flow. Also I want your thoughts on something I'm considering to help clear the backlog of people who have been waiting a long time for there chance as the list has been growing again rather than shrinking unfortunately so I wanna try get on top of that in some form, more in depth details to follow.
Regarding July
Ok so July is a bit of a weird month this time round, I have a XXL comic waiting there turn in the commission runs and my original plan was to do that in September. However I since realized that October this year is gunna be a smaller opening rather than a full one (I will be away for at least 1 week) and I have some potential plans for it (more on that in a min)
So if I did the long comic in September that means July will be a normal opening but then im off august, closed for special in Sept, Special month in october which just leaves November as the only month post summer that I will be fully open which may not be the greatest way to do that (hence im looking to get your guys opinion) If I take the big comic in July then least I'm open Sept an November an partially October.
Some things to keep in mind though which are also affecting this decision, First I know some get fustrated by the large comics taking up space but please bear in mind they are super helpful for me (an would be for any artist I reckon) when it comes to income an gives me a chance to keep the finances healthy enough so I can be a bit more flexible in regular openings, that said I do generally spread them out to only be 2 or 3 large comics per year now~
On top of that there's also the fact im still nervous about what will happen to FA in the UK from July onwards, Like most things of its nature the online safety bill is vague and tbh idiotic imo an I have no idea if its gunna hit FA or not I have voiced my concern about it but if anything is being done (even if the plan is to just do nothing which you know fair enough its there choice an affects more than the uk im not selfish just wish I knew what the plan for it was either way) Nothing has been said and no follow ups, It could be that all carrys on as normal, or it could be FA gets blocked in some form an I have to use a VPN (annoying more than anything but still concerning) or hopefully nothing worse. Point is it could cause problems in the first few weeks/month, Though friendly reminder you can always find me via the socials (all of which have been added to the featured journal~)
Also last point is a small one but still worth keeping mind that by July Ive been working commissions non stop since new year ^^; burnout is always hovering over my shoulder by then so again this is when a long comic can be helpful as I only have the one thing to keep on schedule with~
Regarding October
An ok so like said October is a smaller opening than usual but this means I also know not to rely on income from that month to cover bills (like gotta make sure that's covered in advance hence the XXL comic comes in handy) This got me thinking what if I kept that month just for people who have been waiting a long time now for there chance at a slot but for whatever reason it hasent fit into any of the previous commission schedules yet, I would be less restricted income wise and therefore more flexible~ :3 if it works out well then could look at doing that once or twice a year going ahead (or whenever the list of people who have been waiting an extra long time gets too long) What do you guys think?
Summary
An on that note what to do you guys think overall? nothing is set in stone atm I am just genuinely wondering if you guys would prefer me doing it one way or another (or at least if the majority of people would prefer one way or the other) Do let me know guys just please keep it polite and respectful of the other comments even if you disagree
The TLDR
So I have been getting some questions about the July commission opening and tldr I am not 100% decided yet on what to do with it due to how the rest of the year will flow. Also I want your thoughts on something I'm considering to help clear the backlog of people who have been waiting a long time for there chance as the list has been growing again rather than shrinking unfortunately so I wanna try get on top of that in some form, more in depth details to follow.
Regarding July
Ok so July is a bit of a weird month this time round, I have a XXL comic waiting there turn in the commission runs and my original plan was to do that in September. However I since realized that October this year is gunna be a smaller opening rather than a full one (I will be away for at least 1 week) and I have some potential plans for it (more on that in a min)
So if I did the long comic in September that means July will be a normal opening but then im off august, closed for special in Sept, Special month in october which just leaves November as the only month post summer that I will be fully open which may not be the greatest way to do that (hence im looking to get your guys opinion) If I take the big comic in July then least I'm open Sept an November an partially October.
Some things to keep in mind though which are also affecting this decision, First I know some get fustrated by the large comics taking up space but please bear in mind they are super helpful for me (an would be for any artist I reckon) when it comes to income an gives me a chance to keep the finances healthy enough so I can be a bit more flexible in regular openings, that said I do generally spread them out to only be 2 or 3 large comics per year now~
On top of that there's also the fact im still nervous about what will happen to FA in the UK from July onwards, Like most things of its nature the online safety bill is vague and tbh idiotic imo an I have no idea if its gunna hit FA or not I have voiced my concern about it but if anything is being done (even if the plan is to just do nothing which you know fair enough its there choice an affects more than the uk im not selfish just wish I knew what the plan for it was either way) Nothing has been said and no follow ups, It could be that all carrys on as normal, or it could be FA gets blocked in some form an I have to use a VPN (annoying more than anything but still concerning) or hopefully nothing worse. Point is it could cause problems in the first few weeks/month, Though friendly reminder you can always find me via the socials (all of which have been added to the featured journal~)
Also last point is a small one but still worth keeping mind that by July Ive been working commissions non stop since new year ^^; burnout is always hovering over my shoulder by then so again this is when a long comic can be helpful as I only have the one thing to keep on schedule with~
Regarding October
An ok so like said October is a smaller opening than usual but this means I also know not to rely on income from that month to cover bills (like gotta make sure that's covered in advance hence the XXL comic comes in handy) This got me thinking what if I kept that month just for people who have been waiting a long time now for there chance at a slot but for whatever reason it hasent fit into any of the previous commission schedules yet, I would be less restricted income wise and therefore more flexible~ :3 if it works out well then could look at doing that once or twice a year going ahead (or whenever the list of people who have been waiting an extra long time gets too long) What do you guys think?
Summary
An on that note what to do you guys think overall? nothing is set in stone atm I am just genuinely wondering if you guys would prefer me doing it one way or another (or at least if the majority of people would prefer one way or the other) Do let me know guys just please keep it polite and respectful of the other comments even if you disagree
Also I think you used to do these a long time ago lets say you don't have much room for openings could do a pinup month
EG
X price for a flat single character for some quick and easier cash if need be no crazy detailed ideas etc.