But that doesn’t mean I can post up a rough I had kicking around. I think this ones covers (or uncovers) two things that are totally my jam. Tink and skirt hikes.
With any luck my laptop will be back in my hands by next week and I can continue with commissions and stuff. Sorry for the down time people.
I’ve got a giant crack across my Surface Pro so I had to take it in to get the glass replaced. I’ve never had to take in an electronic device for repairs before. To be honest, I’m a little nervous. I’m afraid they’ll find my smutty drawings and I’ll have to explain them. I’ve got it locked down with a crazy password but I’m still scared. I’ve heard of not so fun stories of third parties finding furry porn on computers and them not taking to kindly to it. I did back up all my files and photoshop stuff and did everything except format the thing. It’s pretty much a blank computer again. Do I have a legit worry here… Or am I crazy?
I’ve been seeing a lot of individuals take to Patreon and looking for support from the community and fans for their art. Patreon does seem like great way to reach out to those that follow you and your work and are looking to get a little bit more and make connections with creative types. Unfortunately, I don’t see myself getting on the wagon. Why? Mostly because I’m scared. Maybe that’s too strong a word. Concerned might be a better way to put it. See, I don’t get much time to draw. I have a wife, a few kids and a full time job, plus family comes over to visit often enough that drawing time gets cut short sometimes. I do the best I can for sure. Usually get an hour or two in the evening when wife and I are watching tv. Not a lot when you compare it to other artists that are able to post a pic a day (which is awesome by the way). Basically, I don’t want to be ripping people off. I don’t want to make fans jaded because they’ve supported me and felt like they got nothing in return. Plus making the promise to deliver more (or special content) to those that donate a lot could cut in to the base level of pics and put me behind the eight ball on all the regular stuff. It stresses me out just thinking about it. It’s basically why I only take one commission at a time. To all those that are making Patreon work, that’s fantastic! I’d love to hear stories and feedback on how they like it. Maybe it’s not as bad as I think it is. I’m also not sure if enough would support me to even make it worth the effort.
For now, I think I’ll continue to do things the old fashion way. I’ll do commissions and work on side projects too. What sort of side projects? Well, Fairy Fantasies went over very well and I would love to do more of them. In fact, I’ve roughed thumbed a Rosetta one with ideas for a Fawn one in my head. I’ve also been roughing out a Pony folio too. I’m inspired by all the awesome pony artists out there and would love to throw my hat in that stable. Pillow cases are something I’ve been toying with too. I’ve been contacted and asked if I would supply designs for some, so now it’s just finding time and a good design. So as you can see, I might not have much time but, I do have ideas, love and passion for drawing what I draw. As far as support from the community is concerned. Just like and reblog my art to spread the word around. Invest in my projects and buy commissions. Basically, everything you have been doing! Honestly, everyone has been so great when it comes down to it. I’ve so rarely had any issues regarding anything I’ve done and people have been nothing but supportive with great feedback!
So for now, no changes here. Maybe in the future I’ll find a way to make it work but for now things will continue as they have been and most of all, thanks for all your support! Everyone of you is awesome! ^_^
I gotta say, I really dig it when people ask a continuation of a picture I’ve already done. Funny thing is, the first part to this was a commission too! I might have to take the lead and do a finisher to this one. ^_^
I did this rough up shortly after I finished my Rosetta pic. To be honest, I’ve had this as an idea for a long time… because she’s and animal fairy… get it? I mean… it was just too easy. I’m a horrible person.
This current commission is a fun one. Someone asked for the next panel from my Random Squirrel bending over the desk. I think this would a fitting continuation. Now just to add colours.
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