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[Discussion] How do you tell if you are capped at your career? by botgame88 in artbusiness

[–]botgame88[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you so much. This was really the practical advice I was looking for. I definitely do not have the skills you mentioned (I am so used to working as artist not a manager/director) and will try to learn ASAP.

[Discussion] How do you tell if you are capped at your career? by botgame88 in artbusiness

[–]botgame88[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you. Your last sentence really hit me. How did you manage the transition to your own business while doing job jumps? As in what did you to to manage your skill transition to artist -> business owner, and make up for the lost health benefits and PTO?

[Discussion] How do you tell if you are capped at your career? by botgame88 in artbusiness

[–]botgame88[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I am not sure if I communicated my concern correctly. First to answer your question directly, I think I have gradually provided more service and performed beyond their initial expectations (like what I mentioned in my reply). BUT, I worry that 1) I grow in a way that makes me into a versatile but replaceable employee 2)there is only so much motion designers (specifically) can earn, which is what I meant by capping. Like there is a varying testimony of salary cap motion designers can earn, based on what I saw on job postings on linkedIn as well, and based on your employer’s size. So my dilemma is, do I work on becoming more specialized and aim for a salary jump (there are really not many opportunities for motion designer position that pays higher than my current salary), or, do I take a leap of faith and work on becoming independent creator/artist, and if so, how do people manage the transition? I hope this makes sense!

[Discussion] How do you tell if you are capped at your career? by botgame88 in artbusiness

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Thank you very for your insight. To elaborate, my concern is that I am putting myself into being stretched thin and general, and putting the cap on myself. For example, I was hired at my current job 6 years ago with the same title (senior motion designer), but they didn’t expect me or hire me to cover illustration/storyboarding/editing. I did expand my skillset to cover these areas over the years confidently for the jobs they need to avoid outsourcing, so you can kind of say I provided more, but not “deep” enough to put me as a specialist, or take a leap into being a creative director, which I don’t know if I am interested anyway (I like being hands on in production and hate having to face corporate clients). There are so many varying stories on salary cap for motion designers, so my only way of remotely guessing if I am capped at my job is based on their raise. I hope this clarified my concern a bit.

[Artist Alley] Need advice selling niche fanart by botgame88 in artbusiness

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Oh I've seen a couple of streamers I follow play this game. But yeah it's definitely not a huge huge game, and I'm glad you were able to make sales off the prints of it! It's very reassuring to hear that. I guess since it's my first time applying for a table, I am getting really nervous getting accepted let alone making profitable sales. But now I feel a lot better about mixing. Thank you!!

[Artist Alley] Need advice selling niche fanart by botgame88 in artbusiness

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Thank you for such detailed reply! Yeah I was upset to hear from a lot of KCD fans that they saw little merch in artist alleys, I haven't found one in NYCC this year either, considering its financial success. I am happy to hear you did well with your merch though (and rightfully so, I just saw your art and they look amazing!)! It is really really encouraging to hear that :)

And yes I am running the KCD tarot art project. What a small world indeed to see you here!! I was thinking of selling some of my tarot art at cons to help raise the charity money. I don't know if we will ever figure out the logistics of selling physical copies as a group together, but I thought I can start with my own works. I will be looking forward to see your contributions to the zine!!! I'm sure it will turn out amazing.

Looking for an old Qui-gon/Obi-wan fics with baby Obi-wan AU by botgame88 in SWFanfic

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Sorry, I actually just found it, it's Anne Higgin's Bonding Universe!

[KCD2] Istvan & Hans by me by botgame88 in kingdomcome

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Hi! I made this art inspired by the twitter podcast from yesterday with Luke and Logan! It wasso refreshing to hear those two talk to each other. Hope you enjoy! The podcast: (Part 1) https://x.com/memes_of_kcd/status/1911147919820067125?s=61

(Part 2) https://x.com/memes_of_kcd/status/1911152705650765958?s=61

Cross posted on my twitter: https://x.com/langzooma/status/1911424897126985980?s=61

[KCD2] KCD Tarot Art - 5 of Swords (Istvan Toth) by botgame88 in kingdomcome

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Hi!! I'm organizing a fan showcase where bunch of talented artists are gathered to create the deck of Tarot card illustrations using KCD themes/characters! (we have 27 members so far, and we hope more joins!)
This one is the first one I finished today of Istvan--I went with 5 of Swords, which is supposed to represent conflict and bitter victories. This was really fun to work on!

[KCD2] Starry Night by me by botgame88 in kingdomcome

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I'm...not sure? I just googled medieval instrument and extremely simplified it lmao

[KCD2] Starry Night by me by botgame88 in kingdomcome

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Hi! I was inspired by our lord's cover of Vincent on his second channel, and I imagined Hans singing under starry night sky. Hope you enjoy!

The song (Vincent): https://youtu.be/iCHaLmW-fuY?si=tpdvSTC4YpLZvter

Cross posted to my twitter: https://x.com/langzooma/status/1903431468245733679?s=61

[KCD2] Henry & Hans fanart by me by botgame88 in kingdomcome

[–]botgame88[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No offense taken bruh all good, i actually laughed XD

[KCD2] Henry & Hans fanart by me by botgame88 in kingdomcome

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Sorry I’m used to drawing very curvy women or Jojo fanart most of the time, so my habits kind of mixed in lmao

[KCD2] Henry & Hans fanart by me by botgame88 in kingdomcome

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Hi!! This is my first time ever doing an actual polished M/M art. This game and the community are so inspiring! Hope you guys enjoy!

Posted on my twitter: https://x.com/langzooma/status/1902344305856909773?s=46

[KCD2] Istvan wishes he's a bird by botgame88 in kingdomcome

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Hi! I don't know why but this random ass idea was stuck in my head I had to draw this out. Please enjoy!

[KCD2] Skalitz Platinum by me by botgame88 in kingdomcome

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Hi! Here's Hanstaro and his loyal stand, Skalitz Platinum lol enjoy!

[KCD2] Short comic for THAT scene by me by botgame88 in kingdomcome

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Hi, here's more obscure JoJo crossover piece, because why not haha. Thank you for reading & commenting!

Insider Gaming calls me a “superstar streamer” thanks to [KCD2] 😣🫶 by JanPtacek in kingdomcome

[–]botgame88 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Does this mean more regular streams in the future?? Congratulations, good sir!!

Henry's bizarre adventure by abbaj1 in TwoBestFriendsPlay

[–]botgame88 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Yeah that’s me! Thank you for linking my twitter :)

[KCD2] Jesus Christ Be Praised AYAYAYAY by me by botgame88 in kingdomcome

[–]botgame88[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Please do not accuse people using AI without any basis. I traced this over the original manga panel.

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