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I haven't uploaded anything in a long time, due to the fact that a) I still don't own a proper scanner to scan in my *good* art (much better than what's on here now, trust me) b) I still haven't quite mastered my Bamboo penpad (I don't call it a tablet as it had no screen, it's one of those draw but look at the computer screen dealios) and c) I haven't had much time to draw lately.
That said, I am still on my path as an art major (and a teacher someday hopefully if I don't find a better gig, which I doubt I will) and still in school, hence the lack of time. A classmate of mine recently approached me with a commission, and being an unemployed youth who lives in her parents' house and has no money or bank account of her own, I said I'd see what I cand do. I kinda thought it was just a casual thing "do it or don't it doesn't matter" but he's serious! He'll actually pay me to design a logo!
Now, this is the problem: other than my time crunch, I have NO IDEA how to price my work. I understand that it's really the time and supplies that determine the thing, but really, how much should I charge? I'm not a professional, I haven't taken any design classes yet, and if I do it digitally (which I probably won't, at least in the starting phase, as I still feel that a regular pencil affords more control) will that affect the price?? Anybody have any ideas? Or any useful links? If this goes well, I'll start doing more commissions, even through DA maybe (provided that I get some of my good stuff on here, because fucking computers man). It'd be nice to start making some pocket cash while I try to find some real employment somewhere.
EDIT: my father suggests that as a nonprofessional beginner, I should charge $5 an hour. The client has offered $40 for the commission, which mathematically works out to eight hours (I dunno if I mentioned that I'm doing a logo for their small business, a sort of fighting/meditation dojo type thing based around the ways of the Force and the teachings of the Jedi and/or Sith. It's geeky, it's awesome, it's gonna be hard to avoid copyright infringement, but it's a real commission!! It's an actual business! ) SO that works for now I suppose (because this is also through a friend of mine, and we're all broke, I'm hesitant to take more money) but any advice I could get for the future or for the starting out phase would be much appreciated!
That said, I am still on my path as an art major (and a teacher someday hopefully if I don't find a better gig, which I doubt I will) and still in school, hence the lack of time. A classmate of mine recently approached me with a commission, and being an unemployed youth who lives in her parents' house and has no money or bank account of her own, I said I'd see what I cand do. I kinda thought it was just a casual thing "do it or don't it doesn't matter" but he's serious! He'll actually pay me to design a logo!
Now, this is the problem: other than my time crunch, I have NO IDEA how to price my work. I understand that it's really the time and supplies that determine the thing, but really, how much should I charge? I'm not a professional, I haven't taken any design classes yet, and if I do it digitally (which I probably won't, at least in the starting phase, as I still feel that a regular pencil affords more control) will that affect the price?? Anybody have any ideas? Or any useful links? If this goes well, I'll start doing more commissions, even through DA maybe (provided that I get some of my good stuff on here, because fucking computers man). It'd be nice to start making some pocket cash while I try to find some real employment somewhere.
EDIT: my father suggests that as a nonprofessional beginner, I should charge $5 an hour. The client has offered $40 for the commission, which mathematically works out to eight hours (I dunno if I mentioned that I'm doing a logo for their small business, a sort of fighting/meditation dojo type thing based around the ways of the Force and the teachings of the Jedi and/or Sith. It's geeky, it's awesome, it's gonna be hard to avoid copyright infringement, but it's a real commission!! It's an actual business! ) SO that works for now I suppose (because this is also through a friend of mine, and we're all broke, I'm hesitant to take more money) but any advice I could get for the future or for the starting out phase would be much appreciated!
Private collection, please do not unlock
private drawings such as sketches, portraits and various handmade drawings. Due to the fact that it is not possible to hide folders, I decided to use this form of collecting my works
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A 30 Day Challenge.
I wrote up an art challenge for myself, based upon others that I had seen surfing the web. I've been having major artists' block the past few months, especially since I haven't been taking an art class this semester. I will begin the challenge in March, just for the sake of having an easier time keeping track. And I will be using whatever media I happen to have, be it pens, pencils, ink, paint, or digital. I do plan on utilizing the latter two, being that I REALLY need the practice. Or I'll procrastinate on them, which now I think about it is far more likely.
AVEN'S PERSONAL ART CHALLENGE:
1) Self Portrait
2) Favorite Ani
CHRISTMAS INTENSIFIES
I haven't posted anything in a long while. TOMORROW IS CHRISTMAS. JINGLE JINGLE MOTHER HUMPERS!!!
Anywho, I got a sword...I know because I picked it out. I got my little bro a Legend of Zelda, Link Hylian shield. Mom's getting jewelry and a dagger, and dad got a robot.
So my first semester of college is done, and I have plenty of drawings from class to upload later. I also have a few random doodles and drawings that I did with some old crayons and things I found in my Grandmother's apartment, and I'll probably upload those too...eventually.
UUUUUUGH!!
Feeling:UUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUGHHH!!!!
Listening to: ANGRY MUSIC!
Drinking: ANGRY LEMONADE!
Two days before my classes start, and I get an email stating my financial aid isn't done. WHY WAS I NOT NOTIFIED EARLIER?! WHY WASN'T I INFORMED OF THESE DAMN DOCUMENTS?!
just - UUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUGGGHHHH!!!!!!!!!
Oh Look, Another Meme.
Snake
[ ] Physically, you are very flexible.
[ ] You like to have power or take control in most situations.
[ ] You are a smooth talker.
[ ] You lie a lot.
[ ] You can stretch your mouth very wide.
[ ] You intimidate most people.
[ ] Most people don't like you.
[ ] Your favorite color is green.
[x] You don't have very many friends.
[ ] You have more enemies than friends.
[ ] You are cunning.
[ ] You like to be alone.
Total= 1
Bird
[x] You like to feel as free as possible.
[x] Most people really like you.
[x] You are talkative.
[x] You feed the ducks when you go to the park.
[x] You have been on an air plane before.
[ ]
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I have no idea how to help with pricing- but I'll pass the question along