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Please do not copy, repost, or solicit this information without linking back to original source Download the full 22 minute audio lecture on the right for only 100da points STARTING Judging your talent level Have a realistic idea of your talent level -Remain objective -Poll your audience for outsider opinion -Don't be too hard on yourself Find your niche Specialize in something -Subject matter -Genre -Style PRICING Where to start -study the market -start lower than the competition, but don't undersell yourself (more on that below) -offer beginner perks How to price -(most common) Level of Completion: Sketch, Inks, Flat colors, Sha

Treat your art like a business When you begin accepting money for your art, it's no longer a hobby. You've taken your first step into the professional world. You don't have to be living off of your commission income to consider it a business, but when money is involved, you need to treat the transaction with a higher standard than you would gift art or trades. Failure to do so can scar your reputation for any future business. If you're not prepared to take on the responsibilities, stick to gift art. Price your art as if you were working hourly It's okay to offer dirt cheap commissions when you first 'break into the business,' but as you sta