http://ginkaruja.livejournal.com/ ([identity profile] ginkaruja.livejournal.com) wrote in [community profile] artists_beware2016-12-15 04:05 pm
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Things People Say To Artists...

And commissioners as well...

I hope this is allowed....
I am trying to compile a list of things people have said to artists and commissioners that have a negative view/stance on various subjects surrounding art. Mediums, pricing, marketing, art itself, methods, etc.  Anything and everything, even if it seems minor. What arguments have you seen out there?
Please number/point if you have more than one to share.


Examples of what I'm looking for:
-Digital is worth more than traditional.
-Art isn't a real job. (Everyone knows this one)
-Digital art is cheating.
-Patreon is a scam/paywall.


Variations on the same thing and details are welcome because sometimes it can add another dynamic to the opinion that must also be tackled.

[identity profile] celestinaketzia.livejournal.com 2016-12-20 11:15 am (UTC)(link)
Euuggh, I've gotten that before. It's either:

"Wow you charge too much. Maybe you should get a REAL job?"

One "real" job later.
Me: Howdy! I won't be taking comms anymore due to having a job. Thank you everyone who has purchased from me before.

"Wow you don't do commissions? That's REALLY rude to your fans."

FML :)