Anonymous
asked:
Yo I have a general commission question sorta? Do artists normally need an actual picture or sketch of what they might draw or can you just send in a detailed description? I've been wondering a while since normally artists I've found don't specify (I might be mistaken though) and I'm too shy to ask the artists since I don't want them to be all excited for stuff only for me to have to tell them I've no money atm. I dunno. I just figured I would ask. I'm sorry to bother you!
I’ve seen it go both ways, and have accepted commissions both with and without drawn references? I’m of the opinion that either a reference or description works fine. Of course, with either a visual reference or a written description, the more detail, the better : ) If you’re not sure, then just provide as much info as you can/feel is necessary~
I know some artists do have their preferences in regards to this, though, so if you can find what that is, better to comply with it. : )