Patreon Changes
Added 2023-06-02 03:28:26 +0000 UTCHey folks, I'm writing this brief text post to announce a change to this patreon page.
The tl;dr version of the change is: Due to persistent leaking of my patreon work, starting in July, fully colored NSFW illustrations will become exclusive to the $10 tier. The $3 and $5 patrons will get access to the NSFW lineart sets of pictures.
I do understand that this news might bother some people, however, when it comes to my motivation to draw, nothing is more deleterious than having my work get leaked, sometimes the same day that I post it. By far, leaking is what makes it hard to pick up the pen and start working. I've spoken about this issue to some of my fellow patreon artist friends, and literally all of them have given me this same advice. When I look at what's being leaked each time this happens, nearly every single time it only includes pictures accessible to the $3 tier, and when I initially made this patreon I had hoped the low barrier of entry would deter leaking, but now it seems that it's doing the opposite.
I've been spending more time on pieces in order to complete them to a high degree of quality, and I'm not a particularly fast artist, so seeing pictures I've spent over 100 hours on (such as the john mactavish set) leaked the day I post them is incredibly crushing and demoralizing. It's not something I'm able to "shake off" or be okay with "because leaking is inevitable", I care a lot about my work and making sure it's good quality, and having the stuff I spend the *most* time on be the *easiest* to leak is not something I can live with anymore.
This month (June) will continue with the current rewards setup, but next month (July) the changes will be implemented.
Comments
I completely respect your decision, it can't be fun seeing your work that you've poured hours into as a means of supporting yourself instantly swindled by pirates. I'll always be a fan and will return in the future when my financial situation improves. Wishing you the best of luck!
Biggest Fan
2023-06-08 11:19:40 +0000 UTCYeah unfortunaly can't aford the spending anymore, been struggling for money ever singe the pandemic and I just can't justfy this anymore. You're a great artist though and keep up the good work. Hopefully when I build up some savings again and income is mroe stable I can re-sub.
Mr Monochrome
2023-06-07 16:05:25 +0000 UTCI also enjoy your artwork, but I have to limit what I can support on a monthly basis and I already subscribe to several artists already. I’ll have to drop out after June. I do wish you all the best. I have NEVER shared your work with anyone. You are an amazing artist and I wish you the best.
Nick C
2023-06-04 05:59:50 +0000 UTCPeople remain the worst. Hopefully this stops the leaks.
Brookie
2023-06-03 08:03:53 +0000 UTCRight now I am at the middle level, I do pay $10 for others so I might be incline to pay it for yours but that is to see how much work or what is put out for that increase. Just one item a drawing a month is not worth it as good at they come out to be. They will come if you make it worth the hike.
William Hodges
2023-06-02 23:31:02 +0000 UTCI have mixed feelings about this. Of course I do not want you to be unhappy, but currently I had the 3$ tier as kind of "passive support" for you, since over 3 years now. It did not really hurt my finances. 10$/month on the other hand is kinda meaningful for the whole year. I have to think about whether to keep going as "second class" follower or not. But likely others will compensate for me so that should be fine. Best of luck 🤞
Saii Neil
2023-06-02 19:26:05 +0000 UTCHopefully the upside to this is more people are willing to Patreon at the ten dollar level. Love both the lined and colored versions.
The Horseman
2023-06-02 17:36:36 +0000 UTCI am so angry about people sharing your Patreon-only art!!! And sad about it and its effect on you!!! I'm already at the $10 level, and I'd pay more than that to to see your amazing, beautiful, creative, sexy artwork! FYI if you made a higher tier like Philanthropist+++ or something, and charged MORE but with NO extra rewards, I WOULD UPGRADE. Hmm, time to buy you a ko-fi. . . . ;-) Sending good vibes and appreciation for all you do!!! 🥰
KendallPB
2023-06-02 16:11:59 +0000 UTCThat's too bad. The higher cost, even if it's not that much, puts much of your work out of reach for me. Anyway I fully understand your motivations. It's truly a shame things like this happen
Tamer
2023-06-02 15:02:35 +0000 UTCDo what you got to do! You put so much love into this, make sure it's worth it for you.
Kevin Wada
2023-06-02 14:44:13 +0000 UTCWe are here for you babe! Know what your worth and dont be afraid to ask for it!
TheOnlyMisterC
2023-06-02 12:52:18 +0000 UTCWe support you with this. This is fair. I'm sorry it happened to you.
CK Mac
2023-06-02 12:36:00 +0000 UTCI'm sorry this happened, but unfortunately I won't be able to keep supporting you :( Living abroad, a dollar costs more than 5 of my local currency, so US$ 10 is too much for me. I feel honest supporters are being punished for other's misdeeds, which is a shame... But I wish you the best.
Davi Ozolin
2023-06-02 12:07:47 +0000 UTCIt is 100% understandable that you would do this. Having your hard work leaked is not right by any means. I’m sad that I can’t really afford to go up to the $10 tier but I hope that others can. You do amazing work and deserve to have it supported not stolen.
ThedasMage
2023-06-02 11:56:36 +0000 UTCAs an artist, you get to set the bar and price of your own work. While I may not be able to support you financially every month at that tier, I fully support your right to make the decision. I look forward to being able to support you as I'm able.
Jarrod
2023-06-02 09:56:40 +0000 UTCTotally on board with you. This is fair decision :)
Chris
2023-06-02 09:50:12 +0000 UTCI'm so sorry that this has happened to you. You're a fantastic artist and you deserve better. Do what you have to do Marccus, I'm with you.
Jax
2023-06-02 09:37:41 +0000 UTCWell that shucks. Completely understand. Don't let anyone kill your passion, you're the only one who is meant to have that power.
Eternalityx
2023-06-02 07:06:09 +0000 UTCI’m so sorry that this is happening to you. People just don’t respect artists anymore. I hope you can find out who they are and remove them from your subs because I don’t think they worth the money.
jason.lauchlan
2023-06-02 06:29:01 +0000 UTCEveryone else already said what I would here: you do you, Marccus-bb. Many of us will still be here to support you ❤️
DK_of_LA
2023-06-02 04:44:59 +0000 UTCSkill deserves reward. Simple as that. Run it.
Ironweaver
2023-06-02 04:43:22 +0000 UTCCompletely fair, and I hope you get some piece of mind
amphithundr
2023-06-02 04:38:40 +0000 UTCI support you 100%. It's absolutely shitty that you're forced to take this step.
giantsequoia
2023-06-02 04:26:53 +0000 UTCFuck the leakers. You know who you are. Do what you gotta do, Marccus!
bluestreak
2023-06-02 04:08:14 +0000 UTCGood for you! I hope this at least slows down the drag….. I’m all in favor of artist reaping their deserved rewards…. I’m a artist myself….
Jeff Berger
2023-06-02 04:07:06 +0000 UTCShould people end up just killing your passion to keep drawing this and you just quit im not gonna be happy bout it all. But I could understand at the same time.
Lord Memnar
2023-06-02 03:57:49 +0000 UTCSounds fair. If people wanna play shitty games they get a shitty prize.
Drake Stager
2023-06-02 03:43:20 +0000 UTCI’m really sorry, that is super demoralizing
Churralicious
2023-06-02 03:42:11 +0000 UTCUnderstood. Sorry to hear it.
Gabriel Lampert
2023-06-02 03:40:05 +0000 UTC$10 tier is where it's at! Love supporting you and Eldet, Marcus!
Mister Montgomeroo
2023-06-02 03:38:06 +0000 UTCDon't blame you one bit! I'm sorry it's had to come to this.
TheSinnamom
2023-06-02 03:37:12 +0000 UTCDo whatcha gotta do! I’m sorry things aren’t going the way you’d hoped, just know you have a lot of us who still support you and your work.
Murphyus
2023-06-02 03:33:22 +0000 UTC
