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4. Saying it again because of how important it is. Market research means knowing your clients!!! Don’t just contact without learning something about them!

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

3. Show them and tell them why they should pick or care about you. Maybe you have a personal story that resonates with them, or maybe your art fits something specific about their needs. Again, market research is VERY important.

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

2. Contact people directly. There is a sea of artists out there. Don’t expect people to come find you.

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

1. Learn about Market Research: Who are the clients you want to work with? It sounds counterintuitive, but you want to start as specifically as possible. When you narrow down your advertisement audience you get MORE interest

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 08/05/2025

Question I get all the time: >I’m a beginner artist, how do I get commissions/clients? This took me shockingly long time to figure out. When you put all your skill points in the Art Tree, you forget about the important business skills you need. So, how to fix this?

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

-You’re Still Allowed to Find Joy- Yes, the world feels heavy. Yes, it’s important to stay informed. But despair doesn’t solve anything—and it doesn’t feed your spirit. You are still allowed to laugh. To paint. To dance in the kitchen and hug your kids tight. Joy isn’t ignorance—it’s resistance.

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

-Your Brain Wasn't Built for Constant Noise- The scroll never stops, the pings never end—but you can. Step outside. Let silence be something sacred again. You don’t need to earn rest. You’re allowed to unplug, to breathe, to be without an audience. Your mind needs quiet to remember who you are.

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Masterpieces aren't created instantly; they develop through layers and revisions. It's easy to overlook the messy beginnings of a finished work, whether a painting or a novel. Behind every polished piece are discarded ideas and hours of effort. Persevere, as the best work requires time.

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 16/04/2025

Don’t wait for perfection to create. The act of creating is what makes it meaningful. I used to hesitate before starting a piece, afraid I’d ruin it. But the truth is, waiting for perfection means never beginning at all. Every sketch, every rough draft, every failed attempt teaches you something.

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 10/04/2025

📖 Authors, when you write your characters, do you picture them in your head? Or do you struggle to see them clearly? Having a visual reference helps bring them to life in ways that words alone can’t. That’s where character art comes in! 🎨 Check out my previous character work here 👉

amandacase.art

Amanda Case ~ Character Artist and Illustrator

Home of Abyssal Case Studio

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

📚 Character art enhances reader connection by visualizing characters before reading. It's eye-catching for promotions, ideal for special editions and merch, and boosts story engagement. Share your main character for illustration help! 🎨

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

#indieauthors I currently have 4 slots open RIGHT NOW for April! 🌺 Need to hold off till later? No problem! Book a slot for the future 😁 I love my indies so don't miss out on my 20% discount for indie authors!

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 27/03/2025

Hey everyone! I wanted to share a quick update—my commission prices have been adjusted to better reflect the time, effort, and demand for my work. I truly appreciate all the support, and this change will allow me to continue creating with the care and quality you expect.

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

DON’T: Abandon or ghost clients. Kind of obvious I know, but even if you aren’t available to respond that day or next, let them know when you can give them your full attention. You are unlikely to get recommended or contacted again if you don’t communicate Comment below of others I missed!

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

DO: Create a newsletter for your clients to subscribe to! It doesn’t have to be updated super frequently, but it helps you maintain a list of contacts and keeps anyone interested updated on your work without needing to rely on algorithms or trends.

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

DON’T: Take it personally if a client can’t afford your prices. Find out what their budget is and give them options that would fit their budget. They might still turn you down, but by remaining professional, they may come back with a different project or when they have more funds.

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

DO: Remain professional at ALL TIMES. No matter what a client says, respond in a professional matter. Text gets lost in translation all the time. This doesn’t mean being a doormat though. If a client doesn’t feel right for you, turn them down, or terminate the contract in a PROFESSIONAL way.

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 26/03/2025

DO’S AND DON’TS - How get/keep clients for artists PART 2!! The major ways to not only get more clients, but to keep clients:

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 15/02/2025

Writers! I have openings for March onwards! Get yourself some eye catching artwork to get more eyes on your beautiful words! 📕🌸 More info 👉 amandacase.art

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

✨ It’s all about setting yourself up for success. What’s your favorite way to stay organized? 📝

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Reduce anxiety: Writing things down means no more stressing about forgetting. Plan beats panic: When it’s time to work, your tasks are ready to tackle—no blank-page panic. Embrace progress: Even if you don’t finish everything, crossing off tasks feels amazing!

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

Motivation hack for a productive day: Brain dump: Use an app like Todoist or just write things down. Do it daily: Jot tasks down at the beginning or end of the day—or as they come to you!

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 14/02/2025

I’ve had a bit of a block with portraits recently. Simple shapes and contours. Gotta get in that observation practice too. Whenever you get an art block sometimes you just need to go back to basics

Illustrated portrait with reference diagram

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 13/02/2025

What a great turn out for the Raven Fest charity event at Raven Forge Games! I’m so grateful to have been given the opportunity to be a part of the charity. My auction item was able to raise so much money for Family Promises ♥️

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 12/02/2025

Please!! You don’t need to apologize for sending me AI images as references. I am not offended. Pinterest and other image search platforms are full of them and I’m not expecting you to be able to differentiate. Don’t stress, you’re already doing the right thing by paying an artist ♥️

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 07/02/2025

Meet the artist: 👩‍🎨 * Mom of 2 littles who keep me very busy * Obsessed with the idea of being able to play Final Fantasy music on piano * Drinks more caffeine than water because it makes my brain tingle * Loves creepy horror gameplay but would never play them myself because I’d be too scared…

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 06/02/2025

I HAVE to know. How many authors out there use to write on a fanfiction site? I’ll be the first to raise my hand. I definitely wrote an Inuyasha fanfiction about Miroku and Sango as a kid. I wish I could go back and see if it’s any good. Hahaha

fanfiction.net

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 05/02/2025

Just created and posted January for my monthly newsletter! It has lost of little extra stuff that I don't post on social media, including discounts, promotions, author/artist spotlights and stories about myself! So if you'd like to learn more about me, sign-up at amandacase.art

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

Playing around with this scene a bit. My first sketch I felt like the character ended up hiding too much of the background. I love his big floppy hat, but it does get in the way a bit. I'll probably try a few different mood passes next with some color.

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 30/01/2025

Sketching out a scene from my children's book about a magical wizard cat and his fellowship. He's a little 'cat-astrophic' or a bit of 'cat-astrophe ' if you catch what I'm saying. This room is still a bit too organized for my taste still though... I'll have to mess it up a bit more 😼

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

I love illustrating witches, vampires and other characters related to dark fantasy 🤗

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

From sketches to color work to final image. Learn more about Ondorie Nesmer in the link below! rpg-duisburg.forumprofi.de/wiki:ond…

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Just finished some beautiful character work of Ondorie for an amazing world builder @jannis_pantelatos. They have so many characters with rich stories, if you love in depth worlds similar to Lord of Rings you should definitely check them out. More on Ondorie Nesmer in thread!

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 29/01/2025

Watching Record of Lodoss War for the first time! And although I prefer the sub, I did have a lot of fun sketching characters like Deed and character adjacent portraits in that classic early anime style while watching dubbed. The style of old school anime is truly peak.

character portrait sketches, elf, king and rogue

character portrait sketch of dwarf-like man

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

What are some things YOU do as part of your work/creative routine? What inspires you? TELLLL MEEE

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

What do I really want to do in these moments though? Play video games, watch TV...TURN OFF MY BRAIN. But I know I'll never see progress if I turn to those things. Leave turning off your brain as your reward for your hard work. Not the other way around. And the best part is it'll feel more rewarding.

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Just start! Go for walk Take a hot shower Meditate Doodle, scribble, trace. Get that blood flowing from your brain to your hand Sometimes just having an EASY routine that leads up to sitting down is just what you need to wake up your brain and say 'hey! oh right its time to draw now!

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 24/01/2025

Sitting down to create, and your is just...EMPTY!? Where did all my great ideas go? Why does my brain feel like its running on Windows 98'? (Some of you heard the click, whirr sound of your 512 RAM limit clicking on and you are my people) How do I motivate? 👇

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 23/01/2025

The hardest thing about being a professional artist, is allowing some days to be "unproductive". It's okay to sit and sketch and practice fundamentals without the goal of creating a final product. It can feel like you haven't done anything 'productive'. In actuality you are still moving forward.

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Never a bad time to sit down and do some studies. Today I practiced gesture and form by studying Aladdin's carpet scene. Such a simple design but way harder than it looks!

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

Social media is constantly changing, (ticktock ban, twitter/x on fire), keep in touch with your favorite creators and clients with a newsletter! I personally use mine to update my subscribers on new projects, goals and inspirations. I even have an artist/author spotlight! sign-up 👉 amandacase.art

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Amanda Case ~ Character Artist and Illustrator

Home of Abyssal Case Studio

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 19/01/2025

Lovely! Thank you for your consideration ♥️

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

Hi there! Love your cover! If you need any artwork to help promote your work, please consider mine. I love working with authors and I specialize in fantasy characters amandacase.art

Elf girl sheltering under a leaf with her magical cat beast companion

Tiefling woman serving a dwarf and halfling in a tavern

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

Hi there! Lovely cover art! If you’re in need of any additional artwork to help promote your series, consider contacting me! Absolutely no AI and I specialize in fantasy. Learn more here amandacase.art

Elf girl and large magical cat sheltering under a leaf

Tiefling serving dwarf and halting at a bar

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Amanda Case (Commissions Open) @abyssalcase.bsky.social · 18/01/2025

Love that! Thank you for supporting artists!

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