Artists Soar

Good Idea or Bad Idea? Artwork for Exchange, Barter, or a Friend...


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Jules, Rachel, and Stephanie discuss lessons learned with doing business with friends and relatives..

Jules and Rachel created a website for a friend...that went south real quick...

Stephanie created a commission for a friend and the friend took advantage and Stephanie took a hard stance of being done...

Lessons learned:

  • Don't turn over the deliverable until you have payment
  • Always trust your gut!
  • Look for a win-win agreement
  • Know your limits
  • Outline every detail in writing
  • Red Flags to look for:

    • Your gut is questioning the situation
  • They request too many changes upfront or have too many "visions" of what it should be
  • The expectations change
  • Strategies to avoid the job:

    • Price yourself out of the job
  • Don't follow up
  • Do you have a story about working with a family member or friend?  Send us your story at [email protected]

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    Resources Mentioned

    Max Emporium Cards

    Art Pricing Calculator - price your right art

    Commissions - 5 key questions to ask yourself before you start a commission and Sample Invoice.

    Our Websites and Shops

    Stephanie:  https://www.stephanieweaverartist.com/

    https://www.etsy.com/shop/artfurpaws

     

    Julie:  https://www.juliemstudios.com/

    https://www.etsy.com/shop/peacockblueart

     

    Rachel:  https://bubblybibbly.com/ 

    https://www.etsy.com/shop/BBStudioShop 

    https://www.etsy.com/shop/mothersrecipes

     

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