Illustrators
Working as an illustrator does not have to be just as a professional worker who seeks orders or commissions to parties in need such as brands or individuals, but can also be a form of community formation for those who enjoy the work or those who want to learn. Here are some methods of getting support from those who enjoy the work as an illustrator.
Hi-Res Wallpaper
Your work can be offered as desktop or cellphone wallpaper. This is one of the activities carried out by Adhityazul and Tiarapuw.
Content update before it goes public
If you have a series of illustrations that are routinely created and posted, to the point where they are awaited by fans, you can upload your work on KaryaKarsa first before it goes up on social media. Like what 7HRZComics did.
Access to community (special FB Page, group chat, etc)
The skill of an illustrator is not only about the results, but also about sharing and exchanging knowledge. Creating a special community for fellow illustrators and art lovers would be interesting.
Digital bonuses (render tests, Photoshop brushes, original PSD files, etc)
The tools and work processes are sure to interest those who are learning - why not learn from their favorite creators as well?
Process video/drawing tutorial
Speed ​​drawing videos have appeal for both beginner illustrators and casual enthusiasts. Tutorials can also be something to "sell". Tessa Chen, for example. By accessing one of her bundles, users can get a step-by-step tutorial complete with tips and tricks.
Making fans a character in an illustration/comic
Offering fans to become characters in illustrations/comics can be something that can be sold at a high price, but the amount needs to be monitored so that it does not interfere with your work. Like what Kirana Yugan did.
Bonus art, fan art, alternate ending for comics
Exclusive additional works often have added value to superfans.
Picture for coloring/course/guide/drawing critique
Many people want to be able to draw - and you can facilitate it. It can be as simple as providing a digital file to color, to providing constructive comments on the work of his "students". Bagus Tri Cahyono has a coloring book complete with color examples and you can access it for free!
Archive access
If you already have a lot of stock images, access to the archive can be sold; it can also be a sampler for larger commission projects. For example, like the bundles offered by Kartunesia.
Behind the scenes
The drawing process - can be from several processes of sketching ideas, developing images, or even speed drawing videos (or regular speed) is also interesting for illustration lovers. Aysa Putri is one of the creators who makes her creative process one of the works offered.
Merchandise
Merchandise offerings will be especially attractive to creators who already have their own characters or designs.
Accepting orders/commission poll/accepting suggestions
No more ideas for what to draw? Open suggestions from art lovers.
Q&A session/live stream
Answer questions about technical drawing or about your own work, through pre-submitted Q&A sessions or via live stream. PROJEK KOSMIK offers a package where users can get mentoring and consultation opportunities per month.
Thank you note for fans
You can also make a video greeting to fans when you have reached a certain target; for example, completing a series of drawings; you can even offer a higher price for fans who want to be mentioned (and maybe even drawn) in the video. As can be found in the packages offered by Komik Mak Irits.
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