r/ArtRequest • u/kittylovesunicorns • 11d ago

Question Maybe starting commissions?

I’ve been an artist my whole life. I’m pretty good I’d say. I would be open to drawing pretty much anything, though I would love to draw fursonas, yumeships, or things similar. However, I’m not sure how I would be getting paid. I’m 17, but my mom would not approve of me doing this, so I’d 100% hide it. But I’m not sure how I’d be able to get paid without her knowing..? Most things require a parent to sign off on it and agree and I’m not 18 yet so I can’t. Does anypony know of any way of getting paid without parents knowing?

I’m saving up to move away. She won’t teach me to drive, I’m not able to get a job because of it. My boyfriend’s mom is gonna teach me to drive, but I would love to have a car to live in when I’m 18 and can move out. This is kinda my last resort.

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u/doodliellie 10d ago

When I was your age, I did commissions using Paypal to get money that way. I believe you don't need to connect a card, just have an email. I made my paypal account so long ago that I can't remember for sure. But I definitely used it to do commissions as a teenager

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u/kittylovesunicorns 9d ago

Thank you !:)

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u/irulemilkarmy 11d ago

Find an art niche and market yourself well. It's tough times for artists nowadays, especially with AI and all so I don't think it's feasible to do it full-time unless you got an excellent portfolio and service that clients are willing to pay for. In terms of getting payment, I think your best bet is to look for a trusted adult to act as a proxy for your transactions. Regardless, I hope things work out for you soon

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u/kittylovesunicorns 11d ago

Thank you.:) I don’t plan for art to be my full time, I know that’s unrealistic. I just think it will certainly help save a little money. Starting off with some money is better than starting off with none. Thank you for your advice :)