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Chimpie · 10-03-2008, 03:15 AM

I'm looking for a graphic artist to draw two images. First, this is an unpaid request. One image is for me and another is for a friend. My friend's request is easier than mine, just need to have a graphic/image redrawn and some flare added. (see attached)

My image request is to have a 'chimpie' drawn for me to use online (avatars and such).

If anyone wants to take up this challenge please let me know.

Chimp

SteveC · 10-03-2008, 04:17 AM

A question, why would you ask someone to work for you and expect nothing in return?

Or if you worked for me for a whole day and I didn't pay you, would you be happy?

Wouldn't be much of a business if they gave away their services to free, especially with absolutely nothing in return.

Chimpie · 10-03-2008, 04:22 AM

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Originally Posted by SteveC

A question, why would you ask someone to work for you and expect nothing in return?

Or if you worked for me for a whole day and I didn't pay you, would you be happy?

Wouldn't be much of a business if they gave away their services to free, especially with absolutely nothing in return.

If I knew I was working for free up front then yes, I would be happy. After all, I have been a volunteered with the Red Cross for over eleven years. Not once have I asked for compensation. And at the end of the day I'm very happy.

SteveC · 10-03-2008, 04:35 AM

So you are a charity, a charity case maybe but not a charity....?

I think you need to get real and pay for the services you want... and not expect others to give you handouts.

Chimpie · 10-03-2008, 04:40 AM

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Originally Posted by SteveC

So you are a charity, a charity case maybe but not a charity....?

I think you need to get real and pay for the services you want... and not expect others to give you handouts.

Or I can ask if someone is interested in doing it for free. Obviously you're not, and that is fine. Maybe someone else is.

Steve B · 10-03-2008, 10:49 AM

I would suggest contacting a graphic arts program at the local college. Maybe you could find a student that is looking for a project.

KristineS · 10-03-2008, 01:08 PM

I think Steve B has a great idea. A student who needs projects for a portfolio would probably jump at the opportunity. Building a portfolio can be tough when you're just starting out.

Do you have any colleges near you?

Chimpie · 10-04-2008, 01:53 AM

I do, and a very well known digital artist college as well. Graduates usually go on to Pixar and Dreamworks.

My request is a much smaller request. I guess I'm just asking in the wrong place.

Blessed · 10-04-2008, 07:06 PM

Try Craigslist - someone in your area might be willing to do that kind of thing - I see a lot of ads like that on our local Craigslist.

mr.ro · 10-04-2008, 10:43 PM

I'm with blessed on this one. Try craiglist for this. Not on this forum ppl here are making a living by their businesses. Who would work for free for nothing at all in return

10-03-2008, 03:15 AM	#1 (permalink)
Chimpie Member With Stressed Keyboard Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 26 Reputation: 10	Looking for a graphic artist I'm looking for a graphic artist to draw two images. First, this is an unpaid request. One image is for me and another is for a friend. My friend's request is easier than mine, just need to have a graphic/image redrawn and some flare added. (see attached) My image request is to have a 'chimpie' drawn for me to use online (avatars and such). If anyone wants to take up this challenge please let me know. Chimp

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SteveC Member Needs New Keyboard Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 162 Reputation: 24	A question, why would you ask someone to work for you and expect nothing in return? Or if you worked for me for a whole day and I didn't pay you, would you be happy? Wouldn't be much of a business if they gave away their services to free, especially with absolutely nothing in return. __________________ Steve Cartwright FX Digital Pty Ltd Website Design \| Promote your Website \| Rent a Website

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SteveC Member Needs New Keyboard Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 162 Reputation: 24	So you are a charity, a charity case maybe but not a charity....? I think you need to get real and pay for the services you want... and not expect others to give you handouts. __________________ Steve Cartwright FX Digital Pty Ltd Website Design \| Promote your Website \| Rent a Website

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Steve B Member Needs New Keyboard Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Louisville Kentucky Posts: 610 Reputation: 23	I would suggest contacting a graphic arts program at the local college. Maybe you could find a student that is looking for a project. __________________ Steve B Derby's Pet Fence (a dba of Derby's Enterprises LLC) www.DerbysFence.com

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KristineS Queen of the Forum Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Traverse City, MI Posts: 1,901 Reputation: 31	I think Steve B has a great idea. A student who needs projects for a portfolio would probably jump at the opportunity. Building a portfolio can be tough when you're just starting out. Do you have any colleges near you? __________________ Settling for More\| When I'm Thin\|A Frugal Lifestyle\| Outoor Bloggers Summit Blog\|

10-04-2008, 01:53 AM	#8 (permalink)
Chimpie Member With Stressed Keyboard Join Date: Aug 2008 Posts: 26 Reputation: 10	I do, and a very well known digital artist college as well. Graduates usually go on to Pixar and Dreamworks. My request is a much smaller request. I guess I'm just asking in the wrong place.

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Blessed Member Needs New Keyboard Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Midwest USA Posts: 393 Reputation: 14	Try Craigslist - someone in your area might be willing to do that kind of thing - I see a lot of ads like that on our local Craigslist. __________________ I'm Blessed! Crazy Dog Creative: Graphic Design and Marketing My Personal Blog: A Blessed Crazy Life

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mr.ro Member Wearing Out Keyboard Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: san antonio tx Posts: 50 Reputation: 10	I'm with blessed on this one. Try craiglist for this. Not on this forum ppl here are making a living by their businesses. Who would work for free for nothing at all in return __________________ RM84 Studios