10 Tips to get a Fantasy Art Gig #6
I left off last time telling you to work for free a few times because it could prove to be valuable to you in the future. So now I’m going to elaborate on that point as well as a couple others in tip number 6 on landing a freelance gig.
Tip #6 Networking
Now I know that artists can be somewhat introverted weirdos who like to romanticize their inner angst, but whatever. This is the internet bitches. Everyone is 20 feet tall, fearless and a total badass, so you should be also. Remember the internet allows mousy little people to be social hermits. That means you can talk to the world without uttering a single word or leaving your room. It’s perfect for you pasty types who would fry by just looking at a picture of the sun. It also works great for perfect people like myself.
So you see? You have no excuse! Now hop over a to the forums that I suggested and create a thread showcasing your work. Don’t forget to mention that you are open for work and be sure to comment on job openings instead of simply emailing them in private. By doing this you are creating yet another way for people to see your work. Plus it shows your eagerness to the forum that you want to work.
Trust me. I’m telling you the truth because I have done it myself and it works. If it doesn’t work then my name isn’t Jason McLellan, who is an artist specializing in concept art, character design and fantasy illustrations.
See what I did there? That is one awesome SEO friendly sentence right there. See what a whore I am? And just think…you can also be a whore just like me. Maybe even bigger.
Until next time this is artist Jason McLellan sharing his tips on landing a gig.
Damn I’m good.
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