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A break from commissions
10 years ago
TL;DR version: I will be taking a break until further notice for commissions.The only folks getting any sort of artwork from me will be through my patreon, conventions, or if I deliberately ask for characters to inspire me
This is something I've put a lot of thought into and talking it over with hubs last night I think I've made my choice. I will be doing an extended break from commissions. This will be until further notice, minus the occasional pre-con badges/commissions or special requests from friends. Over the last twoish months I've been going through waves of some pretty harsh depression mainly focusing about my artwork and where I'm going with it. My back pain hasn't been helping. But I will be focusing on my skills and honing them in. I need to find my creative self that's been lost for so many years. I need to focus on my art and what I want to draw, what inspires me and what being an artist means to me.
I love you guys, dearly. the furry community has an extremely special place in my heart and I could never leave it, but I may never take regular furry commissions again. I need to take time to work on things for myself versus creating things for others. For those that I said I would do artwork for, I'll still be willing to do it and those I currently owe artwork to I'm still going to finish it and I forever thank you for your unending patience. I promise I havnt forgotten about you I am working on things, just very very slowly.
Otherwise I will probably be really quiet on FA and most social sites. I'll still be here supporting my favorite artists and talking with friends I'll just most likely be quiet about it.
My choice could be permanent or i could wise up in a few months and come back to taking commissions on fa. I'm unsure.
Right now I've even been debating on no longer attending FWA. I'm 90% positive I wont break even, which really is one of the only reasons I was going to go. (I'd still pay for my bedspot Arrow) I will make my choice the closer it comes.
This is something I've put a lot of thought into and talking it over with hubs last night I think I've made my choice. I will be doing an extended break from commissions. This will be until further notice, minus the occasional pre-con badges/commissions or special requests from friends. Over the last twoish months I've been going through waves of some pretty harsh depression mainly focusing about my artwork and where I'm going with it. My back pain hasn't been helping. But I will be focusing on my skills and honing them in. I need to find my creative self that's been lost for so many years. I need to focus on my art and what I want to draw, what inspires me and what being an artist means to me.
I love you guys, dearly. the furry community has an extremely special place in my heart and I could never leave it, but I may never take regular furry commissions again. I need to take time to work on things for myself versus creating things for others. For those that I said I would do artwork for, I'll still be willing to do it and those I currently owe artwork to I'm still going to finish it and I forever thank you for your unending patience. I promise I havnt forgotten about you I am working on things, just very very slowly.
Otherwise I will probably be really quiet on FA and most social sites. I'll still be here supporting my favorite artists and talking with friends I'll just most likely be quiet about it.
My choice could be permanent or i could wise up in a few months and come back to taking commissions on fa. I'm unsure.
Right now I've even been debating on no longer attending FWA. I'm 90% positive I wont break even, which really is one of the only reasons I was going to go. (I'd still pay for my bedspot Arrow) I will make my choice the closer it comes.
Well you know you got my support, as long as you think it is the best choice for yourself! c:
Lots of hugs to youuuu and hope you find the inspiration you're looking for, and all the motivation to go with it! <3
Take care.
Feel better, we love you!
But considering your choice, well this is Your choice, and if it's good to you, it's good to me too!
I still hope we'll see you a little bit over here still, but at the moment, i will just send you all me best wishes/motivation card.
You've improved at such a rapid pace, i'm literally surprised you haven't gotten whiplash from it
I wouldn't worry about breaking even, and go to enjoy, and network with people.
You will get some good emotional feedback on your art, that will be great for your soul. It is one thing to read the comments and feedback, but another to get them in person.
One option is small postcard size prints. While you might not have time for it, stickers are always a good and fun investment.