Furry artist review - Balto
14 years ago
Apologies for not getting around to it until now, but giving mad props to the furry artist
balto!
It seems like nowadays it's pretty hit or miss if you're getting your furry art commissions on time and exactly how you want. In recent years it seems there's a lot of immaturity amongst furry artists out there. IMO there should be mutual respect amongst both parties in the transaction - we both have something the other party wants, so let's at least be respectful and professional with each other.
But who can deliver? I've recently had a great experience with the artist Balto. Check out his FA if you are interested in cartoony furry art.
Upon commissioning Balto I found the following:
- Prompt. When he was slightly delayed he e-mailed me immediately, explaining why he was late, apologizing for his lateness, and providing me with extra swag to make up for it (preliminary sketches, etc.). Throughout the whole process Balto was respectful, professional, and a pleasure to deal with.
- Skilled. Have a look at his FA - if you like cartoony style he does good work - no cutting corners or tracing, he works for your money.
- Humble. At no point in our transaction did I feel that he viewed himself as superior or that he was doing me a favour by taking my commission. He was always honest, friendly, and prompt. He asked for my opinion throughout the commission process, and took my input and suggestions and added them to the commission without complaint.
I'd like to add at this point that this is simply my honest opinion. Balto has not provided me with any incentives in any way to post this journal. I simply would like to see good honest work rewarded. So if you are puzzling over who to choose as a furry artist for your commission, I reccomend Balto for promptness, professionalism, and a pleasant transaction all around.
balto!It seems like nowadays it's pretty hit or miss if you're getting your furry art commissions on time and exactly how you want. In recent years it seems there's a lot of immaturity amongst furry artists out there. IMO there should be mutual respect amongst both parties in the transaction - we both have something the other party wants, so let's at least be respectful and professional with each other.
But who can deliver? I've recently had a great experience with the artist Balto. Check out his FA if you are interested in cartoony furry art.
Upon commissioning Balto I found the following:
- Prompt. When he was slightly delayed he e-mailed me immediately, explaining why he was late, apologizing for his lateness, and providing me with extra swag to make up for it (preliminary sketches, etc.). Throughout the whole process Balto was respectful, professional, and a pleasure to deal with.
- Skilled. Have a look at his FA - if you like cartoony style he does good work - no cutting corners or tracing, he works for your money.
- Humble. At no point in our transaction did I feel that he viewed himself as superior or that he was doing me a favour by taking my commission. He was always honest, friendly, and prompt. He asked for my opinion throughout the commission process, and took my input and suggestions and added them to the commission without complaint.
I'd like to add at this point that this is simply my honest opinion. Balto has not provided me with any incentives in any way to post this journal. I simply would like to see good honest work rewarded. So if you are puzzling over who to choose as a furry artist for your commission, I reccomend Balto for promptness, professionalism, and a pleasant transaction all around.
RainRat
~rainrat
Haha, good April Fools prank. A professional furry artist. Everyone knows they don't really exist.
Balto
∞balto
There are some of us out there believe it or not but sadly I must agree with you, I've done some main stream projects out side of furry CD roms, newspapeers, comic books etc) I think thats what helps for me. The real world doesn't put up with drama. Sorry to hear you had some bad experiences. I hope your interactions in the future will go smoother.
RainRat
~rainrat
Hi there, please take my reply as light-hearted. I also had a good experience with you when I commissioned you at a convention (you made an error, and you redid it and let me keep the first version and didn't charge extra).
Balto
∞balto
aww *hug* you are very kind. Thank you. it was a pleasure doing those commissions for ya too. I am so happy to hear your experience was a good one. I do try to make all my transactions as smooth as possible. :o) I'm looking forward to seeing you again too.
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