Lessons learned

It's been way too long since my last posting. I have been busy trying to finish a project that got rejected in the end. How disappointing!! I have decided to get 'tougher' with commissions, but only tougher in the way that most artists HAVE to be. I spent hours on something that I should have been paid *something* for, but it's my own fault that I didn't. I obviously have to be much more clear about the process of art...which is NOT easy and NOT quick. Lots of time is taken, with a commission, to figure out exactly what would be good for that person. In other words, you almost have to be a mind reader, and if you are not one...then you should definitely make it very clear to the client exactly what YOUR vision is for the project...and give updates, and send pictures!! Scanning is a good way to do this. Being paid a little bit up front is also a good idea. My time is being used...and my time is worth something! Years of developing my skills has GOT to be worth something!!

Enough of this rant. It has been a difficult week for me, but one in which I did learn some valuable lessons!!!