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Choosing to do what is right to me
4 years ago
Hello. I posted a status update not too long ago in a couple of my other media hinting at some announcement I would make shortly. I thought it'd be worth posting it here, so here it goes.
A lot of things have been rapidly changing in my life, I feel like my activity has been slow and my art has not been satisfying me as it is. I've been immensely blessed to have friends, regulars and supporters commission me during the past months and help me thrive in these times, in this household, however... I think the more invested I am in commissions and drawing things for other people in exchange for money or as a form of payment for something, the less satisfied I feel about my work.
I feel like I've lost track of who I am in regards to my art, gradually. Ever since I started living alone, I noticed art took on a much more serious and heavier attitude for me, since it's what pays my bills, there would be a gloomy feeling of burden and responsibility with it that made it difficult for me to enjoy it because I was drawing solely to pay my bills at some point and I lost track of what having fun and genuinely expressing my ideas was like.
I feel that this has greatly affected my performance over time, to the point where I feel heavily indisposed to draw anything at all unless it's what I desire, I wish to not feel like I've abandoned series like Message from the Universe, Chronicles and Wyvians, which in their own way brought me fortune and fulfillment.
For that reason, I'm choosing to do what feels right by me and narrow down my commissions slots indefinitely. I feel that focusing more on personal art and getting to pick what kind of characters and settings I get to draw for a commission will greatly improve my performance, will make clients happier and most importantly, reflect itself in the rest of my work.
It leaves a bitter taste in my mouth to feel "trapped" by constantly having to do commissions for a stable income when I've stated over and over again in my main page, taglines, conversations, Patreon & Twitter profile how important it is to me to show people how to go after their dreams and do what they truly love doing. I feel like I'm truly not living up to my own advice. I'm also aware that many of my supporters and followers are fans of my previous work, like Message from the Universe, Chronicles and just my spiritual themes overall that I know they are still patiently waiting for me to continue. I do not wish to make you wait any further.
It's for this reason that I will focus more on being true to myself through my art, I apologize in advance to my regulars if I become rather picky with what I choose to draw for art trades or commissions, this is just very important for me. It is also for this reason that I will be opening up a new Patreon tier for those who wish to have regular, monthly commissions. And even if you don't wish to get a commission and you simply wish to support my art and my journey as an artist and all these inspiring themes that I touch upon? Your support will be greatly felt and appreciated! Art is currently my main income and I fully intend to grow artistically with your help and support (:
Really. All of your support is appreciated. I do not underestimate the power of the smallest pledge and I intend to make Patreon work fully for me. I am at your service!
I will be joining Art Fight as well! This is something I've been meaning to do year after year... and always stopped myself from doing because of this "commission busy" mindset I've been trapped in. I desire to make beautiful art for people, not just for myself. I'll make sure to make a public post once my Art Fight profile is set up!
A lot of things have been rapidly changing in my life, I feel like my activity has been slow and my art has not been satisfying me as it is. I've been immensely blessed to have friends, regulars and supporters commission me during the past months and help me thrive in these times, in this household, however... I think the more invested I am in commissions and drawing things for other people in exchange for money or as a form of payment for something, the less satisfied I feel about my work.
I feel like I've lost track of who I am in regards to my art, gradually. Ever since I started living alone, I noticed art took on a much more serious and heavier attitude for me, since it's what pays my bills, there would be a gloomy feeling of burden and responsibility with it that made it difficult for me to enjoy it because I was drawing solely to pay my bills at some point and I lost track of what having fun and genuinely expressing my ideas was like.
I feel that this has greatly affected my performance over time, to the point where I feel heavily indisposed to draw anything at all unless it's what I desire, I wish to not feel like I've abandoned series like Message from the Universe, Chronicles and Wyvians, which in their own way brought me fortune and fulfillment.
For that reason, I'm choosing to do what feels right by me and narrow down my commissions slots indefinitely. I feel that focusing more on personal art and getting to pick what kind of characters and settings I get to draw for a commission will greatly improve my performance, will make clients happier and most importantly, reflect itself in the rest of my work.
It leaves a bitter taste in my mouth to feel "trapped" by constantly having to do commissions for a stable income when I've stated over and over again in my main page, taglines, conversations, Patreon & Twitter profile how important it is to me to show people how to go after their dreams and do what they truly love doing. I feel like I'm truly not living up to my own advice. I'm also aware that many of my supporters and followers are fans of my previous work, like Message from the Universe, Chronicles and just my spiritual themes overall that I know they are still patiently waiting for me to continue. I do not wish to make you wait any further.
It's for this reason that I will focus more on being true to myself through my art, I apologize in advance to my regulars if I become rather picky with what I choose to draw for art trades or commissions, this is just very important for me. It is also for this reason that I will be opening up a new Patreon tier for those who wish to have regular, monthly commissions. And even if you don't wish to get a commission and you simply wish to support my art and my journey as an artist and all these inspiring themes that I touch upon? Your support will be greatly felt and appreciated! Art is currently my main income and I fully intend to grow artistically with your help and support (:
Really. All of your support is appreciated. I do not underestimate the power of the smallest pledge and I intend to make Patreon work fully for me. I am at your service!
It's for this reason that I will focus more on being true to myself through my art, I apologize in advance to my regulars if I become rather picky with what I choose to draw for art trades or commissions, this is just very important for me. It is also for this reason that I will be opening up a new Patreon tier for those who wish to have regular, monthly commissions. And even if you don't wish to get a commission and you simply wish to support my art and my journey as an artist and all these inspiring themes that I touch upon? Your support will be greatly felt and appreciated! Art is currently my main income and I fully intend to grow artistically with your help and support (:
Really. All of your support is appreciated. I do not underestimate the power of the smallest pledge and I intend to make Patreon work fully for me. I am at your service!
https://www.patreon.com/Libertades
I will be joining Art Fight as well! This is something I've been meaning to do year after year... and always stopped myself from doing because of this "commission busy" mindset I've been trapped in. I desire to make beautiful art for people, not just for myself. I'll make sure to make a public post once my Art Fight profile is set up!
I will be joining Art Fight as well! This is something I've been meaning to do year after year... and always stopped myself from doing because of this "commission busy" mindset I've been trapped in. I desire to make beautiful art for people, not just for myself. I'll make sure to make a public post once my Art Fight profile is set up!
I continue to be pleased with my commission, so thanks for it! Glad you've listened to your gut and are making a choice that feels healthy and re-motivating for you.