Can We Please Stop

[HGohwell]

It bothers me though that a lot of popular artists don't seem to have a library of their own,

You can hide your library. Mine is hidden. I tend to assume big creators are the same. I don't like the idea of people knowing what I'm reading. I like a bit of privacy there.

[skicoak]

But I do remember a lot of arguments over premium creators getting "special treatment" (I remember that was a big one) and how it's unfair Tapas gives extra perks to the people they're paying and invested in.

Yeah, a creator who's consistently being featured on the top of the front page should be aware that's a huge advantage to their subscriber count. Giving advice that doesn't reflect that and implies that the people who haven't reached that point just aren't working "hard enough" is a double edged sword.

Isn't this still the advice given by others on the forums?

And it's a bit antiquated.
I see our community happiness czar understands that things have changed and is trying new stuff to push smaller creators. The simple new reality is Tapas has to get involved to get projects over now...self grinding only gets you so far.

Maybe I'm not reading every post on the forum, but "constantly" and "nightmare" seems a little over the top.

Seconded.

[scribesunlimited]

I wasn't aware hiding the library was an option, but it certainly still doesn't help the creators out.

[WillowTree]

I wish we could hide our likes too. I don't mind the creator seeing them, but I wish my public profile could be a lot more private

[scribesunlimited]

A lot of popular creators just don't have time for it, they are sitting there drawing for 16 hours every day

Yeah, maybe, but it takes a little less than a second to click a heart icon.

[nathanKmcwilliams]

Yeah I'm a big proponent for 'do it your way' exactly because not all methods work for all people.
It's all about finding the secret sauce that works for the individual.
In my experience, it's the long game that matters. Some creators just need time (maybe decades) to hit their stride. Some don't, it's all a matter of finding what works personally.

[HGohwell]

I agree, creators should acknowledge they've got advantages. But that doesn't change the fact that thing like "all popular comics are copies of each other" or "churn out effortless trash" or "just creator BL and you'll be popular" (which was a very popular one) are not productive or respectful mindsets. As I say, I'm not saying the premium/popular creators are perfect, but I am saying that they do not deserve the bashing that I have seen across multiple threads for years.

If you feel it's not as bad as I do, that's up to you and how you feel, but I don't think my point of "how about creators treat each other with respect rather than blaming each other" is wrong.

[scribesunlimited]

it's all a matter of finding what works personally.

Also finding and presenting to the proper audience. Since Tapas is filled with so many genres and the like, it's really hard to reach out to the right audience. But..........I think I might have a solution for that....just now, it hit me.

Hmmm.

[LCT_m_a_d]

I don't like the idea of people knowing what I'm reading. I like a bit of privacy there.

You mean like when Jerry had to take a polygraph test about whether he watches "Melrose Place" on that episode of Seinfeld...

Yeah, I have nothing of value to offer to tapas anymore

[therosesword]

A lot of popular creators just don't have time for it, they are sitting there drawing for 16 hours every day

Same thing with writing. I'd love to read more but my concentration is shot when I'm thinking "I should be writing." But I think I'll make more of an effort.

[Kiweevil]

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[aqua03]

Definitely right on that end of things. That's something I've realized recently when looking at other people's (admittedly helpful) advice. Everyone's different and what works for one person might not work for someone else to a T. You gotta find what works best for you and adapt it so you can operate the best you can in that regard.

[scribesunlimited]

The takeaway here should be that producing comics is for you, the creator's, enjoyment first and foremost. Do it because you love it and you will find success. Do it while stressing over success and numbers, and you're gonna crumble.

You sound like my old boss. "Welcome failure and be absolutely terrified of success."

[nathanKmcwilliams]

That too. I've mentioned before that for me Tapas is merely a testing ground to get my feet wet in the wild world of comic making.
So my logic is:
If I'm able to gain a sizeable following here, where there's a ton of competition for eyes...then I likely have something good on my hands.

[KRWright]

Hit the nail on the head, @HGohwell . I just come here these days for my daily dose of masochistic self-esteem bashing.

[Kiweevil]

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[scribesunlimited]

If I'm able to gain a sizeable following here, where there's a ton of competition for eyes...then I likely have something good on my hands.

Exactly and it's what you said earlier that got me thinking.
Paola and I help authors find agents all the time. And we always tell them, look at other books similar to yours, find the authors, and look at their agents for possible leads.

So.........I'm thinking, could that work for Tapas. Find comics with a similar "feel" as your own, subscribe to them, and post on their wall that you love the comic - and see if others appreciate the post and immediately go to your own - and subscribe.

Hmmm.

[Caro]

https://i.imgur.com/MrW5mUX.gif

good thread

[domisotto]

A round of applause!

[LCT_m_a_d]

we'll certainly keep reading and commenting and liking as many comics as we can. That's what the Tapas community is all about.

Hey!
You didn't sub me back even though we're both anthro artists, and we're both from ohio.
Just because I haven't updated anything in over half a year...