I've kinda got the same views as you. Industry work is usually a set, 9-5 job. I designed the safety maps for a well known art gallery in Dublin. I was told what was wanted. I did what was asked, made the few revisions that were needed and got paid a nice price. It was strictly business. A lot of people seem to forget that with furry art they are producing personal commissions. I also do pet portraits and while I can charge considerably more the basics are still the same. You do have to talk with your clients in a much more informal way. You are not designing something that's going to be mass produced (which most industry work is) you are creating something that is very personal to the client. I do feel that the average is too low among the furry art scene and I do feel that a lot of people can be rather selfish and bratty about the whole thing but most people are actually happy to pay what you charge. If they can't afford it or don't like the price they just don't say anything
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I just. Generally tell people that this is the furry fandom and not the professional art industry; if they want to earn ~*real world*~ fees, then they should probably step away from their niche and dive into the professional industry
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The difference between a professional and an amateur is that a professional has it on paper that they know how to do their job, i.e. certifications, degrees, etc.; they invested into furthering their education and expect a return. Amateurs have had little to no professional training other than self-practice and don't have the paper to back their claims. For all that the first-time commissioner knows, they could be a thief or someone with specific, limited capability. Amateurs receive income based on their end product. Professionals receive income based on how long it takes them to develop the product.
Though regardless of the above paragraph, $20 is nothing to complain about. I love how popular artists open for commissions and get a dozen replies from people saying "I'd love to but I can't afford it" or "Too bad I'm already paying off this and this", etc.
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Though regardless of the above paragraph, $20 is nothing to complain about. I love how popular artists open for commissions and get a dozen replies from people saying "I'd love to but I can't afford it" or "Too bad I'm already paying off this and this", etc.
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