Launching Your Career As a Freelance Artist - Your First Commissions, Social Media and Workload

[@mav45678]

Not being able to do demanding work on only 5 hours of sleep is not "burning out", it's just being human. People in mentally challenging jobs usually need 7-9 hours of sleep per night.

[@TheCrimson147]

that's not what she's talking abt, honestly u missed the point

[@mav45678]

@@TheCrimson147 How's that not what she's talking about, when she said exactly that?

[@mav45678]

@@ojelandro I've been a software developer for about 12 years now, I've worked with hundreds of people and I don't think I've met anyone who only slept 4-5 hours a day (obviously, maybe someone did, but it never came up in conversations). Maybe artists do well on less sleep.

[@Alex-sm6pv]

@@mav45678 most artist dont, and u were right.

[@TheStelsen]

I get her point, she didn't prioritize her sleep and therefore got more work hours out of the day. And with more hours in the day to work on commissions, she were able to reach her goals faster than other artists (who got enough sleep). Which objectively made her one of the more popular artist on the market, because she delivered faster and made better art (because she reached new 'levels' faster than others). As she said this industry is rather small and therefore the competition is tough. I don't believe this is the only way to reach your goals as a freelance artist (as Astri also claimed) and your health should always be prioritized higher than anything else. 7-9 hours a day is recommended for age 18 to 65 and if you get less sleep for a longer period there will ofcourse be some health risks. But in the end it is up to the individual if this is all worth it in exchange for a dream career.

[@Markerton]

don't push yourself - you'll get burn. Art isn't sprint it's a marathon.

[@kayaeki]

I just wish to be paid by doing something I love

[@MartinBrunswick]

Kenyce Amen

[@nerdinvader6740]

Good luck with that

[@jose31link]

Once you start doing it you probably will start kinda hating it...

[@vengeance160]

I know it's kinda late to respond, but... You know, when you love doing something, that means you are doing it constantly, and then naturally you become good at it (Though, sometimes you need a lot of theory as well, not only practice). When someone is very good at something, he will get paid no matter what is the subject. So basically, you only need the desire or love for something, and also time, that's it. Talent is not that important, it's just a potential boost in terms of time.

[@MalamikArt]

You laid it out honestly. Do the hard work but make sure to self care along the way. This work is stunning. Awesome :)

[@vicemech8277]

Push to the limit till you break, good advice if you plan to kill your wrist, lower back, eyes, social skills, mental condition and so on. Art is hard, and so it should be. Do your grind grind grind till 40, then you will feel in pain for painting just 2 hours a day. Great artwork! Please take care of yourself. ^_^

[@TheMozk]

Well there's no other way than to make a lot of sacrifices if you want to achieve on your own something that people specifically train for since being 10 - you're in a competitive field where your competition are people who had burning passion since being a kid, attended art schools their whole life, made connections on the way, etc. etc., If you're someone who tries to do it on your own, you must sacrifice things like health, other opportunities and such. You can't just be like 16 or 18, without any previous formal training, and just do what they do and expect yourself to catch up

[@BladexEyes]

@@TheMozk No, art is a marathon, not a sprint, you need to take care of yourself to draw for longer.

[@shakeysheep3730]

So underrated, I myself am struggling with Carpel tunnel and cant draw or do much before my hands start hurting, The Whole grinding mentality is romanticised but it comes with serious consequences if you aren't careful and not a lot of people talk about that.

[@dodonodens8802]

@@BladexEyes yeah I do art for fun and I sometimes worry about the things I don’t have to worry about. I’m doing KZbin for a living, if lucky I might get my story founded by publishers and I could become an author

[@krysxmoon]

I'm heavily burnt out from illustrating. Mentally, physically and creatively done. Best of luck to those that are in or dabbling into it❤

[@tobiasscx9624]

To become an freelance Artist will take years in my way but that isnt my goal because i am at the beginning:D I started it because i want to create something special for me and People around me :) I wish all proffessionell artists the best luck to become what they want. You can get what u want if u just keep up trying it :)

[@maxikleinart]

I really like these more talky type of videos. They almost make me feel like I am caught up in a discussion. Really great video, really great art !

[@PotatoGodzilla]

Ofcourse you shouldn't talk shit on clients, but that doesn't mean they shouldn't respect you back. You are a human being that is working for them its literally your job. What am I saying is you can politely decline them the commission, keep calm and continue. Nobody tells you can't and he will say "He decline me a commission" so what you lose a client or two but you have your dignity and health which is more precious,you'll find other clients it's not the end of the world

[@selbarton]

Really need to make the sponsorship more clear from square one. And pulling off projects last minute means the client will always expect that. And what do all nighters cause - poor health. So gain clients that have no respect for you, will not want to work with you when they decide to cut the "last minute" job into an even tighter time line because you can do all the other jobs, and end up sick. There's a difference between determined and self abuse/self harm.

[@Gimipork]

I think this is some of the most practical advice out there. No tricks, just facts. Thank you for sharing.

[@winkil1]

Lately, I've been taking drawing lightly, meaning only doing a quick sketch for my daily art challenge because my wrist started hurting after doing many digital pieces in my tiny intious tablet. I started feeling bad for not going hard like I used to do a week ago, and watching others draw is inspiring me to come back again, but I have to take care myself before it's too late.

[@abigails3270]

I have tendonitis from painting photorealism for 12 years. Finally getting physio since I got it diagnosed. TAKE BREAKS. Seek a professional if needed. I'm trying to now fight my instincts and paint more loosely with broader paint strokes on my tablet. Sometimes obstacles face us and can steer us in a different direction. Eb and flow

[@tastelesswhiskey3]

Honestly any job I get atm is the best job ever as it would be the first in a while. But I hope this will help since I've been struggling to get my stuff out there for months. I've been looking for something like this, thank you!

[@fongneticcomics559]

That social media reach part is where I'm stuck at, seems like it's building very slowly and I'm not moving at all. Hearing you talk has got me motivated even more.

[@p5rsona]

I used to have a following and when I was faced with lots of people asking me to do commission, I completely shut everyone off declining every one and stopped drawing for a long time. even when people would reach out on artstation for jobs I didnt even reply. I think Im just afraid people will rip me off so I reject them in advance and I am too afraid to have them not like my work.

[@henriquefiorini]

Great video and great artwork! I find that some advices sounds really unhealthy, people must take care of their health. It’s totally possible to make a career without overworking. Working hard is not about killing yourself, but respecting yourself, your mind and your body. For beginners out there, start slowly and build stamina as you go, otherwise you’ll not survive the long run. Good clients doesn’t exploit you like a robot, they respect you and understand your time and work. Go slow, smart and keep always moving.

[@yuliakalashnikova6161]

I can't agree more)) I was working hard, I was polite and respectful and in half a year I had customers queueing. What I am lacking now is posting on social media, but in a couple of month my art classes is over and I will alot this free time to posting)

[@LaurenceZanotti]

work hard but also have fun with what you are doing!

[@poniteruartofficial671]

I just want to say, you are amazing, I cant imagine how much effort did it takes to get to where you are now..big applause to you!!

[@nicolasraoux301]

I m french and i love your art ! i don t understand all but i have understand i need to work all day for progress and have a job to hear it again and again makes me want to draw. You are more stronger for me but i will try to have you in reference!

[@pol-raimonlordaroure1033]

wait a second, you are 20?!?! how good will you draw when you are 30?

[@andrelfr92]

What!?!? I mean, i didn't even try to guess by the voice... Looking at the art i was already like "She's surely 30+ or something"

[@andrelfr92]

The moment you realise you called a girl old

[@kyonas6047]

@@andrelfr92 yeah same 😭😭😭

[@thetomatolife1825]

@@andrelfr92 30 isn't old, are you kidding?

[@giorda8060]

@@thetomatolife1825 it's old for a 20yo

[@jigyasu09-k2b]

thank you so much for the video and all the valuable information that you shared .

[@Sowadade]

I've been in love with your art for a very long time, but I only got to know you have a KZbin channel and have been binge watching all the episodes. Thanks for all the great tips and tricks and REALLY love these career related videos. ^_^

[@Wolfen__]

Probably this dream of mine will take forever, because I have a job, that consists of 12 hour shifts, and whenever I do have a free day, I feel mentally and physically exausted to do anything, but yet I try to get up and do something, but still... My commissions are taking forever because my life is mainly consumed with my basic job and me feeling exhausted after... 😔

[@xnovanoid57]

So happy u managed to get a sponsorship already!

[@littlepinkpebble]

listening now hope it helps me ... lol the skillshare ad though

[@MWB-stories-bookreviews]

Love the artwork, interesting to hear about the artists struggle. Thanks!

[@looselygaming6130]

i've just started to understand digital art and have just realized, i't not much different to sketching with a pencil, only dif is you work in shapes and put in the line details piece by piece to define certain areas.

[@Mintimiruku6369]

I only know your channel for a while but i really like you. You sound really kind and caring. I think you deserve what you got now. Keep up the good work!👍

[@augustinho0desing]

Astri I'm really sorry to hear about your wrist, It's not your fault, you did what we hear from the "pros", please don't be so hard on yourself! Thank you so much for sharing your experience

[@sklerograph486]

well explained i think. And the "you need to sit down and do the work fast and well" is the reason trying to get a professional artist isn´t the right thing for me (right now).

[@caroldias6753]

"treat it as if it is the most exciting job you've ever had" But it is!!!! If I could make a living off of drawing people's dnd characters I woud be living the dream life! Keep up the awesome work Astri, we're all proud f you! S2

[@aeaeze460]

but i'm curious... how much money does freelance artist get? I know it varies depending on the quality.. but how many comissions or projects do you need to feel like it's enough for living?

[@ProjectMoff]

"Oh no well I dont wanna commision that guy, did you hear what he did to the rue ru ruu buh?"

[@edwardteach1992]

I replayed that part a gazillion times.

[@waterfirewood]

thanks Astri Lohne

[@Haithz]

Thanks for this vid ive been at this stupid rut for like 3 years now where i havnt been able to land a single job yet I need to freakin push it :(

[@Astri_Lohne]

haith salamin I'm sure a job is right around the corner! Keep up the hard work :D

[@Haithz]

Thanks :) i really hope so im not sure what exactly is the cause as to why im not getting anywhere with this. but with this vid at least it got narrowed down just gotta keep pushin i guess XD

[@mattanubis3992]

@@Haithz Any updates?

[@edwardteach1992]

@@Haithz any updates?

[@appeasedbeast408]

This is really inspiring, just discovered your art and it's amazing. keep it up!

[@ZabeshoART]

Good Video, great pic. Standart Skillshare Commercial :D Thank you for sharing Astri ! I agree with you. I have the same with my wrist too btw. I wish I had never pushed myself that hard now. Looks like a lifetime thing now. Where you pay your work with pain.

[@LadyDragoncat]

You've given me some wonderful advice that I can actually take to heart. Thank you!

[@harpercollins3880]

I wish you all the success and happiness in your life !

[@andrelfr92]

You did some boku no hero academia stuff, pushing so hard to get better to the point of hurting yourself... Commendable, but worrying. It's good you are taking care of yourself! (iwishihadhalfthedrivetopushmyselfthatfar)

[@jokytokyo09]

i really like these type of video, while im working on commission ill just listen to this, feels good. you got a new Subscriber.

[@michidoan6396]

I love your work!! You are truly amazing, and your hard work really pay off. Keep up the great work and I can’t wait to see more art video that you will do! 😊

[@jacobpolansky8096]

very good and helpful advice, thanks

[@nightmareinaline1732]

This video is really helpful as I am trying to do commissions and work as an artist right now during this pandemic because it’s a contactless job as much as possible I’m finding it difficult to get more people seeing my art. I can only have a strict amount of social media right now which is hard so it’s difficult to put myself out there at all but I’m trying. I haven’t really looked into doing stuff for companies because I don’t know how to do that and doubt a company would want to hire me anyways. I do recommend looking into other videos like this if your in the same situation as me, Ekis Dan has been very helpful for me on this so you should check those out too for help if you need it

[@McJohnArt]

Awesome art as always, I really like the bounce light that you were playing with in this picture, and working on more than one character is something that I am hoping try out sometime :) It is also really cool that you got some popularity after a year of full time arting! I took a similar year of just focusing on my artwork, and even though I learned a lot, I was not nearly as successful as you were, so that's pretty inspiring :D Thanks for sharing a bit of your journey, advice and amazing artwork!

[@cancercarrot]

Great video and advice, beautiful art. Would totally listen to your podcast/streams heh ever think about streaming on Twitch? Anyways thanks for the tips

[@TheComiKen]

You a real one. Your art is AMAZING!

[@AstralDaemon]

You've literally described my own situation with this video. Thank you so much for talking about the subject, it actually really inspired me to work harder and improve even faster. The insight you've shared is incredibly valuable.

[@xXbananaXxist]

Love this painting

[@JerryDechant]

Just curious, how many hours went into creating that painting?

[@laurarubytwitch]

Astri, you're amazing.

[@jakobgjertsen2801]

The colors, values, and figures are really cool! I feel like i work hard but I can work harder xD

[@Psionic_fart]

You are so inspiring. Thank you and please keep doing videos

[@TheDarkOne9942]

If you refuse to quit, you’ll PROBABLY make it in this industry. Can I have some certainty, please? It’s really, really, REALLY horrifying to think that, in spite of all of my work, there is even a chance that PROBABLY I wont make it. Regardless of what anyone says, failure is the worst thing in this world! You have to start from scratch and you, simply, don’t have the time to start over. There is just so little time in your life to start again after failing.

[@JohnnyDPanda]

Your points and discussion was spot on. Thank you for supporting the art community! I'll cheer you on!

[@PixPunxel]

You make it sound like its most terrible jobs there is. Which in my experience it is. Being artist ( even in game industry - I tried it ) is real crap. And worse is that its so competitive that very people , your fellow artist - act as your worse enemy. Something i rarely seen in any other field, except perhaps professional sport ( but compare the paychecks ) I am 45 year old artist. You have been working for 2 years and you are already creatively burned out and have carpal tunnel. And you are just 20 years old. The industry is so ruthless and ever pushing for more that artist are started to be treated literally like prostitutes, to be used and thrown away. And today we have artists from Vietnam, India, Ukraine, etc, that can take commissions for fraction of price - while still being fantastic artists delivering fantastic quality. We as artists are responsible for this. Being literal hookers. All your talk how you need to appease some random gamer kid from interwebz made me choke. Something must change. And change should come from us. You art is fantastic you deserve much more than that. Anyway. Art is food for soul. Applied art is hell. Be artist, do art that you love because you love it. Make your own art for yourself. - and make your paycheck by doing something else. This is what I as 45 year old artist can tell you.

[@Curryfishballa]

This is because you are doing something simple that most people can do. The only thing that is a challenge is to be creative. Drawing is simple, drawing professionally is also common. We as an artist need alot of various skills such as 3D modelling, graphic designing, Visual Effects, Composition, Script writing and more. As an artist we need to be able to create great cinematography as well. If you are just a one-trick artist, there are so many others who are more capable than you. Just an advice. Also freelance is terrible because it is something that is terrible by name. People only find for freelancers when they want something quick and cheap, if not they would already had employ you with promised payments monthly.

[@PixPunxel]

@@Curryfishballa Well I would not call it simple, and not something that most people can do. But you are right about a lot of things. In my opinion, there is certain let's call it "media overload" Not only in visual arts, but in books and even music ( for example, Amazon lists more new books each month that was previously written in the whole history). Problem is as you very well pointed out an overabundance of "technicians". People that are fantastically skilled but bring no originality. There is a huge lack of originality. There are lot of fantastic artists doing great work. This channel artist for example. But as much her art is great, I can in the second set it next to other 100 just as good art pieces that look the same. Blink and you will forget it. This is why artists like for example Mike Mignola or Pendelton Ward are not fantastic technicians. But you will recognize their art among one million other pieces. I think that many of us forgot why they were doing art in first place. And became simply machines. And I always say to my colleagues that for example practice the fine art of photorealistic painting, "Why do you do this, we already have cameras ?" And should I mention concept artists, I personally seen people that bleed from their fingers ( I am not joking ). Making work that is beyond amazing. For what? So that some 3D artist would have a reference. Work that would after that be shredded and never shown to anyone. And all the time in between fighting among themselves like rabid dogs fighting over a bone thrown away by their master. If you been in industry you will know what I am talking about. To close this I will just quote late Kurt Vonnegut : “If you want to really hurt you parents, and you don't have the nerve to be gay, the least you can do is go into the arts. I'm not kidding. The arts are not a way to make a living. They are a very human way of making life more bearable. Practicing an art, no matter how well or badly, is a way to make your soul grow, for heaven's sake. Sing in the shower. Dance to the radio. Tell stories. Write a poem to a friend, even a lousy poem. Do it as well as you possible can. You will get an enormous reward. You will have created something.”

[@MartinBrunswick]

Jagoshk that, my dude, is a fantastic fucking quote

[@MartinBrunswick]

I think you have a really good point. With my extremely limited experience freelancing, I’ve found a lot of people don’t understand at all what goes into making a piece of art. I have to explain or demonstrate the process extensively to my family or friends to get them to understand digital isn’t cheating or just plain easier. Most of the passion is in the game or film industry, where big companies work enthusiastic artists as hard as they can, and replace reasonable people who want balance and a life in general with people who are more willing to suffer for their work. It sounds absolutely brutal, but I want to do it anyway. My hope is that after working my ass off long enough, I’ll be skilled enough to bring my own ideas to life in a way that will capture others interest, and then I can slowly trade working for a company, for working on my own projects and living off that. I have seriously considered your suggestion, that it is better to work a “normal” job and do art on the side as your hobby or passion, and I’ve experience this with music, which is my hobby right now. I’ve grown as a guitarist almost as much as I have as an artist, because music is my own, and art has become work. Even with this realization, I would rather suffer in the art industry, because I’m young, competitive, and reckless, and I think I’ll be able to come out of the experience with way more skill, and still be able to work on my own stuff in the end. I’m probably naive, I’m only in high school, but I’m gonna give it my best shot anyway

[@PixPunxel]

@@MartinBrunswick Sharpen your weapons than. Adjust your armor. And dive in with a battle roar. It will not be easy. But you have chosen your path. But let me give you two weapons that will help your way to victory. First is the Sword of Work. Work work work. The secret to being the best artist is deceptively simple. Work. Draw at least 6 hours a day. And I ensure you will be among best. Second is elephant skin armor. You will be attacked, insulted, called out as an example, betrayed. React to nothing. Dont let anything of that affect you. Let it be only skin deep. You knew what you are getting in. Just swallow your pride and soldier on. Armed with this you will succeed. Cause there is no other way than up for one really dedicated to their craft. There are easier, more pleasant ways. But this way is the one you chose. So be it :)

[@fangkingagito1]

Have you ever thought about starting a patreon or gumroad? I love your work and would love to support you further and learn some skills from you great video btw.

[@nutcasefruitcake]

Thank you for this lovely, heartfelt video. I love your work and really appreciate videos like this. :)

[@krisrobinson9562]

Great video, informative and to the point. Thank you!

[@Hankyuo]

That was great! :D How long (in hours) did the painting take you to make?

[@raven2402]

ELVES! SO BEAUTIFUL.

[@caseemjm]

Amazing work, also thank you for the 2 free months!

[@Staladus]

Thankyou, very cool

[@Nivenization]

Thank you.

[@PotatoGodzilla]

*For younger audiences who watch this.* Don't follow this advice watch a video from someone with more years experience in the industry, this video is more of a turn off. She makes it sound like it's a career doesn't worth pursuing, which it is and very rewarding too. That's all I'm saying.

[@dickyjoe3486]

Thanks!

[@kliersheed]

i dont know . in this world you either dont get enough to live from or you have to work on a human grinding lvl that kills you before you get pension. we all have headaches , panic , overweight , skin irritations , hurting wrists and ankles , cant contain more than one real friend , see our partners only on weekends , feel depressed and demotivated for anything at times , cant sleep enough , cling to that one thing that spams some dopamine in our brains to keep going , ....endless list. why do you always have to sacrifice smth to gain smth else. thats such a stupid concept . just because our moral nowadays is " if you dont give 100% i will find someone who will - begone useless thrash" . i studied molecular biology for 4 semesters ( the 5th now was a brake) where we started with 85 people (which all had a NC better than 2,5) . in the forth semester there were only 35 of 85 people remaining . you would say thats okish . some lost interest , some decided that studying isnt anything for them at all. but those remaining 35 at the 4th semester were those wo wanted to stay , who wanted to actually do this. and of those 35 , 7 are repeating a semester before and the 28 wrote the physics exam . guess what. abozt 96% failed. that means only 1 out of the (already remaining) 28 made it. thats no longer human. (btw the one who managed it was from a semester above and had "connections" since he already works as a tutor and talks alot with the profs. just saying.) but yeah . atm im looking for smth else but doesent matter what i look into its as said before. grinding to death or barely being able to live . Ps sry for telling the story of my life if yall dont give a **** but maybe someone feels no longer alone in this " lets slave ourselves world "

[@Sagadi]

I feel you on that one. I'm sure you'll find your place in the world though :)

[@MartinBrunswick]

I’m learning about this right now in American history, how Ben Franklin started working harder and working his workers harder, so everyone else had to do it too to keep up. It’s funny because I’m learning how this is all BS and humans work for the sake of progress while losing all personal meaning, while participating in it myself at some elitist private school specifically meant to work you harder to get you ahead of the curve before college. It seems to me that if you want meaning in this society, you have to either be content with your place and find meaning in that, or step back from the system, and find a way to sustain yourself and explore your interests at your own pace

[@Mihiart]

awesome painting :O thanks for sharing :D

[@Moossey]

Where do you go online to find people who want to buy your art?

[@MakoHazard]

This is what I came to this video for. I already know that you have to work hard at something to achieve success. But what absolutely no artist ever talks about is HOW to actually do that and where to find work. It feels like they are all scared to share it with people as it will mean more competition. Kind of sucks.

[@Moossey]

I don't read replies I agree that people don't usually talk about where to advertise work or which sites to browse to find people hiring. Perhaps it is because the answer is that it'll depend.. I have gotten small commissions before on social media sites or forums by advertising them. I am a bit lost on how to get bigger commissions that would allow me to work as an artist full time. I am assuming companies or commissioners will reach out to you when you have a bigger audience/are more well known and have quality work. But in regards to which sites, companies, or people to reach out to.. or how to reach out, I am stumped on.

[@MartinBrunswick]

I believe she actually said it but you guys missed it. You put yourself out there on social media, and make sure you have your email address showing and say you’re accepting commissions. There is no secretartcomissions.com or anything, companies or people who want your stuff will contact you directly, and your job is to make sure they know you exist, and how to contact you through places like Instagram, KZbin, ArtStation, etc.

[@astradastarad1477]

thanks for you knower's

[@Blazingle]

you pulled a sneaky sneaky on me by sliding in that sponsor

[@AxiomEcho]

New to your channel! This is very helpful!

[@2daviddjpcome]

Keep it up, Just found you from Deviant!

[@olimueller]

Is there a video by you about pricing commissions?

[@enujfanarts]

Hi, can you please talk about how to work faster? Because that's why I am struggling with. I can only finished one illustration in 5-7days Almost 1 week because I just focusing on the details and zoom in everytime. I don't know my process is such a shame. I like to be a perfectionist but faster like I can't produce art, if I'm not satisfy I won't moved on like it takes forever. Refining never ends. Please make a video talking about this problem maybe it could save me saving much time.

[@Gleamiarts]

I know this might be a bit late, but try not to zoom in too much when drawing, do quick reference studies (under 1 minute) and time yourself when drawing.

[@MagnoCerqueiraoriginal]

very nice!!

[@LAOK242]

A nice insight, tho I have a question. How do you feel about doing commissions of copyrighted stuff, like for example I don't think its an issue when someone wants to be painted wearing Link's outfit or as a Jedi but what about just flat out doing characters from the world. Like if someone asks you to paint Yoda or Luke in your style and pay you for it, is there a chance you'd get in trouble for that?

[@Astri_Lohne]

I'm not a copyright lawyer so take what I say with a grain of salt - but I think you should avoid that. I've seen people do it and get away with it but it's not technically legal, I think. I do know that if you try to sell prints of copyrighted characters, they will be removed from your store/booth if the copyright holder/company sees it so this is a similar situation, where you'd be making money off pre-existing, copyrighted characters. But then again, I also know that certain companies almost encourage that sort of stuff. Some people are very lax about it. So it's kind of a grey area, but yes, you can certainly get in trouble for it. Personally, I wouldn't do it.

[@LAOK242]

Yeah, that's what I thought to. I just recently saw a higher profile artist make Warhammer commissions of in-lore characters and that got me thinking. Tho, he also made some official art for Games Workshop so mayby he just has a permission, or at least knows exactly where they draw the line. Better safe than sorry, thanks.:) On a side note, I'd be carefull telling people to always take any job o matter what. If you sign up for a bad deal it can really drain you, I had an awful experience that single handedly almost made me quit alltogether. Learning to say "no" and knowing when to do it are also really important things to figure out as a freelancer. Marco Bucci has a very insightful video on the subcjet, still thanks for sharing your view poitn and experiences.:)

[@Astri_Lohne]

Yeah, might as well be careful! I meant if you get offered a great job where the only downside is stress and time constraints. Like, the pay is good, it's exciting, but it'll be uncomfortable to work on, requiring all-nighters for a short while e.g. Should have been more clear on that, I definitely do not think you should say yes no matter what :)

[@LAOK242]

Yeah if its just having to work "overtime" for a while that's fine, you have to start out somehow, ussualy that involves quite a bit of work. What I meant was when you get your "first big job" or just something much bigger than what you did before, that can make you really excited and in the process agree to very unfavourable circumstances. That was my case, I took lower than normal rate and agreed to do stuff I knew Im especially bad at and knowig it will take ages because it was that first big thing. But as long as you stick to your standards it should work out fine, just staying focused on improving will eventually land you that big job.

[@levailnaik962]

You should add music to your videos, you sometimes have a pause between your sentences and it feels dead for that moment. Good background music will help with that.

[@leonardomb3319]

Será que um dia eu chego a esse nível? 😒👌👏👏👏👏👏❤️💚💙

[@Sichel22]

like that video ! i ll try to make some steady progress in terms of clientwork : from 0 to idk xD well im actually at 16 followers on instagram 0 on facebook 0 on twitter and 35 on devianart(but i think its kinda dead :D) but i know im not really concentrating on making apealing art xD ... i mean i am uploading not often and even when im uploading stuff its stuff that is something where i tried something out :D like after i learned ambient occlusion or after i studied some gestures and so on :x - so not really portfolio like or clientwork like :s

[@brokegirl1452]

I seriously hate drawing on this thing, always did.😂 Scann. I guess Im mad old skool but great video ❤️

[@凌漪公主]

大佬的经验之谈。ty

[@mikhail4486]

Can you recommend some courses on skillshare? That you completed

[@GrumpyGrimo]

I wanted to become freelance artist but no game company wanted me and commissions wont let me make living...

[@kalorathekau]

Hey you mentioned deviantart; do you still think it's worth it to post there these days? The site feels so dead, but maybe it's just me

[@nyan77677]

I hope you won't misunderstand me, but there are a lot of bad artists with inconsistent style (trust me, you see them, and they draw like trash, and I'm sure you've seen them a lot too) who get a lots of attention for some strange reason, and a lot of commissions. And that makes me sad, because I feel like they "hide" somehow the artists that are really good, but unfortunetly they don't get enough attention at all. That makes me a bit sad honestly...

[@mizubiart6230]

I think my problem is my art is not appealing. Most of my art is practice, not beautiful illustrations. I have like 3 really good pieces. I guess everyone else who has a similar skill just gets so much more attention because they niche down! You don’t see them doing perspective, than anatomy sketches, then course work..

[@leafoflotus8821]

Photoshop CC 2019??? Or Am I wrong?

[@Lisathetreehugger]

what's your training background? self taught/art school etc?

[@MLRyma]

♥

[@cathychats]

I cant see straight and my vison got really really bad in recent years 🥵

[@makasia_x]

You mean people who take the job offer with a short deadline will be ahead of you on the way to burn out right!? Like what the hell, I mean now that companys will probably use AI but that sounds toxic for Artist health

[@terresssolson]

Why do you have 23k you should have 1million

[@mattanubis3992]

I'm SO late. Somebody help. :'(

[@rafaelbruno2128]

So basically you have to barely sleep and you can have success? that's kinda toxic... but then again, what industry isn't toxic? But these advices are way too harsh on ppl's mental health. sorry.

[@msdlfkjdsf2340]

Jeg håper du har vært hos en fysioterapeut ang. håndleddet ditt, det høres virkelig ikke bra ut. :^(