I thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with you, Alexander. I love your voice and style, and your imagination to take an abstract idea and put it on paper.
“So, if you would like to commission an illustration from me or any other illustrator, remember to put your expectations to one side. Put your vision away for a moment and accept the art that is presented to you as if you just stumbled upon it.” This is so illuminating. I’ve got some experience commissioning art, and the biggest problem I’ve always had has been to have my own vision for the thing, and not communicate that to the artist, but still somehow expect them to instinctively know it. When I let go of my expectations and just enjoyed the great art, I was much happier and had a more pleasant experience. Thanks for sharing it! Look forward to commissioning you soon.
Thank you for this comment. I must admit I hit send on this essay with some trepidation. I'm very glad to hear your views from the other side. I look forward to working with you. Illustration is a collaboration
Many actual scribes would not be able to phrase it better. Looks like we’re in trouble.
What a wonderful comment. Thank you
I thoroughly enjoyed collaborating with you, Alexander. I love your voice and style, and your imagination to take an abstract idea and put it on paper.
Thank you Jessica.
“So, if you would like to commission an illustration from me or any other illustrator, remember to put your expectations to one side. Put your vision away for a moment and accept the art that is presented to you as if you just stumbled upon it.” This is so illuminating. I’ve got some experience commissioning art, and the biggest problem I’ve always had has been to have my own vision for the thing, and not communicate that to the artist, but still somehow expect them to instinctively know it. When I let go of my expectations and just enjoyed the great art, I was much happier and had a more pleasant experience. Thanks for sharing it! Look forward to commissioning you soon.
Thank you for this comment. I must admit I hit send on this essay with some trepidation. I'm very glad to hear your views from the other side. I look forward to working with you. Illustration is a collaboration