So, I received three notes (two deviantart and one on tumblr) this week asking would I be interested in drawing comics and doing fliers/advertisements for "an exciting project" only the people asking added afterward, "We can't pay you now." (READ: Or ever.) Again, these aren't thumbnail sketches but a full day work load.
And I know I am not first person who can sketch a pretty descent stick figure to be asked this. And I know that I won't be the last.
But why does this always happen to artists? What other group gets this? "Hey, dentist, I have an interesting cavity on the left side of my mouth. Can you fill it in for free?" "Hey, chef, I've been told I have unique palate. Can you cook something for me for free?"
Has this ever happened to you or someone you know? How did you/they deal with it?
Hey, artist, work for me...FOR FREE!!!! (rant)
And I know I am not first person who can sketch a pretty descent stick figure to be asked this. And I know that I won't be the last.
But why does this always happen to artists? What other group gets this? "Hey, dentist, I have an interesting cavity on the left side of my mouth. Can you fill it in for free?" "Hey, chef, I've been told I have unique palate. Can you cook something for me for free?"
Has this ever happened to you or someone you know? How did you/they deal with it?