@Gogopawra Yeah it make sense. Ive just never thought about it that way, because I never had similar problems. But I suppose it’s time to give it a try~
Personally... I dont understand "surprise me"
I can just tell the artist they have free rein
In my comms: "if you don't have any ideas, leave it to me"
It’s a bit frustrating that ppl need a separate form for such a small detail, instead of just saying what they are expecting...
If you’re wondering why you’re not getting VGen clients - here’s something I’ve learned after doing 70+ comms this year.
Most people don’t really want to order a custom illustration where they have to come up with the whole concept, write a clear, detailed description, and gather a bunch of refs for every little thing. If that’s the only thing you’re offering - you might be missing a big part of the audience.
They love stuff with a clear result (like YCHs or eye/head banners) and minimal effort to order (skeb, "surprise me"): just drop a character ref, pay, and wait.
It’s often not even about the price or that your skill "isn't good enough for comms".
@Tia_Artias I think it make sense, i just never have any issues with artists and clients about updates (if they want them or not) So thats why its a bit confusing to me 🥲
@Gogopawra 90% my clients didnt have anythink specific in mind, so they ending up to leving everythink to me. But i kinds get it~ I just talk with my personal expience. Clients can alwasy talk to me about it, and i can always talk about it with other artist if i commission someone :3
@kenlaicr I thought a "skeb" was more of a quick, less polished piece of work. A "surprise me" commission, on the other hand, is one where you simply receive a finished drawing, with no communication taking place during the process. But good to know then~
@balefireblade I guess it make sense. Ive simply never had an issue with other artists when Ive told them they have a free hand regarding the work. That's why its a bit confusing for me
@Reichisan Yeah, it’s probably more about the price. But it cant be that much lower, since you still have to spend many hours on the work. The price difference will likely be 20% at most
@Reichisan I dont mean to offend anyone, but its not my problem if someone doesn’t read the terms of service before starting work with someone.... I simply consider it unnecessary. If I like the style, I go and write what I’m looking for. And that’s it🙃
But I guess I have to add it to list
Sometimes i feel like i charge to much...
but then i remember i do polished and detailed halfbody for 40$ 🥲
I undercharge my art, but some ppl still think its to much. I feel a little sad ngl
@Reichisan Ych should be much cheaper thank custom work, true. But I hate it when artist uses a template that doesn't resemble their own style at all. I can't find anything that meets my expectations.🥲
Quick question: do you prefer commissioning artists for YCH pieces or for custom-made art.
And why is that?
Personally, I don’t like Ychs... often the final version is different in style from the rest of the template🥲