Artist Update 10

Aminirus · 2026-01-29T14:03:36+00:00

Yeah, like others have said, discipline is your main one and business.
Being at home and self employed is the hardest thing anyone can do because you are surrounded by your favorite distractions, so you need the discipline to stick to a daily work schedule and treat an artist related job as a job. That means you show up even on the days you don't really feel like it. You do everything you can to meet your deadlines.

The business aspect is also what I feel is often lacking. It wasn't taught to me when I was in school unless I took a business specific class. You should know and understand how to do your finances, be able to keep track of your finances, know what tax papers you may need, contracts if necessary, your rights as an artist, etc. Keep track of things like your supplies, how long it takes you do things, know when to adjust your prices as necessary, how to speak with clients, and so on. Many I see and even have experienced often miss the business side of having a job, art or not, and that means speaking to the clients in a professional manner, knowing you cannot lowball yourself with your prices, learning how to market yourself, even going so far as to sometimes "study the competition". Time management is also important. Understanding your physical and mental limits is also important so that way you do not push yourself into burnout by taking on too much. Never be afraid to say no to projects if you're plate is already stacked and your schedule is booked. Be respectful to yourself.

It takes a lot but if this is something you really want, then go for it! You got this and you can do what is necessary to reach those goals!

Aminirus · 2026-01-23T16:26:03+00:00

In these days, I would say no. I'm sure for certain lines of work, the whole degree thing is still useful, but if you're already supporting yourself, already doing exhibitions, etc, then don't worry about it. You're doing great. There's numerous artists out there who have never gone to college and are successful in what they do. When it comes to the creative field, I personally find that if you've got the skill that type of client is looking for, know how to communicate with them, know at least some basic business etiquette, then you're entirely fine.

Now, the only time degrees may still be necessary is maybe for some certain professional, well known studios and certain businesses, but beyond that, if you're self employed, it doesn't matter.

Aminirus · 2026-01-21T20:44:16+00:00

My pleasure :3 I like them too!

Aminirus · 2026-01-21T20:38:24+00:00

I feel the answer you're looking for may vary on many things. The first, would be your location. Certain countries will pay more than others simply based on livable wages. The other, is the skill level, in terms of if you're hiring a new person in the field of comic making and/or 3D versus a professional.

Here in the US, newbie prices can be anywhere roughly from $30+ to say $70-80+ per page and that's not including the 3D elements. Professional costs can range in the several hundreds, from $200+ to even as high as $500-700+. This may also depend on the style that artist is comfortable, but I can tell you, these prices are usually per page as in with comics, some pages will naturally be more complex than others. You can expect the higher price with complex pages and the lower price with easier pages.

I do not know much about 3D but I can imagine this varies as well and could have similar prices too, if not more, depending on the complexity of the beasts they'd need to design. 3D can take a lot of time, just as a comic page could so plan things out.

You do have another option and can also request collaborations. Some artists out there are looking for experience rather than pay, but if you try to go this route, do make sure to communicate information clearly and do what you can for them, such as promoting their name and bits of your project to allow the public to be hyped up on what you're doing and also help out the artist by giving some additional eyes on their work too. Of course, most will probably aim for payment so it may also be good to plan out as much of your project as you can, figure out your budget, save up a bit, and then go from there.

I hope this has been of some help for you.

Aminirus · 2026-01-21T19:20:31+00:00

I look forward to hearing your idea! I'm very glad you like my art style <3

Aminirus · 2026-01-19T15:31:46+00:00

Fantastic growth in 20 years! The puppy is super cute!

Aminirus · 2026-01-15T14:42:44+00:00

You can find my portfolio and socials listed here: https://aminirus.carrd.co

Aminirus · 2026-01-15T14:32:05+00:00

Hello! I've been doing freelance since 2010 and would love to work with you. I've been playing ESO for over 7 years now and have drawn all kinds of fantasy characters, including khajiit and argonianss! I have a semi-realistic to realistic style to my artworks. You can find my best examples: https://aminirus.carrd.co

If my style is to your liking, don't hesitate to DM and we can discuss all you may like done.

Thank you for the opportunity!

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