Patreon Update: Changes Coming Soon!

LINK TO GOOGLE DOC VERSION: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1RCgsCkhVqlOeRyPmg7ESnDbPAj94aMpN6ymeSlVj1eM/edit?usp=sharing

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Hello friends, I hope you all are having a safe and happy holiday!

While on break, I was able to finalize plans on making changes to my Patreon page. I aim to execute these changes before the end of December, but before I do that I wanted to give you guys a heads up to what these changes will be in case you would like to switch tiers or unsubscribe (no worries if you do by the way, I completely understand).

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✧ TIER CHANGES ✧

All my current tiers will be replaced with TWO NEW TIERS.

✧ STARBYTE TIER: $3/month

Benefits:

• Behind the scenes: sketches/concepts/wips, finished pieces and high resolution images of person art.
• Discord community + Starbyte role
• Access to commission form.

**slots are not guaranteed (more info below)

✧ (NEW AND IMPROVED) COSMIC ENTIKITTY TIER: $20/month (only 5 slots available)

Benefits: Same benefits as Starbyte Tier. + Cosmic Entikitty Role on Discord **commission slots are not guaranteed (more info below)

PLUS: A Monthly YCH

• any species/body type/etc.
• typically will be a bust/headshot piece; the type of YCH will depend on how busy I am during the month.
• always shaded.
• updates/openings will be posted on my Patreon page as well as Discord server.
• a form will be posted at the beginning of each month.
• you will also get a preview of the next month's YCH before the next payment period.

** MORE ON COMMISSIONS:

I will still open up commissions from time to time, however slots are not guaranteed anymore. You will be able to access my commission form regardless of which tier you are subscribed to (Starbyte Tier or Cosmic Entikitty Tier), but I cannot guarantee that I will open every month.

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✧ DISCORD SERVER CHANGES ✧

I will be revamping this server a bit. I feel like I have been not taking advantage of the capabilities of using Discord as a medium to communicate with you guys.

Changes:

• new discord roles! I was hesitant to add these before but I think it's a nice little way to thank all of you for supporting me, kind of like a mini server shoutout :p <3
• I may change the server icon and name.
• I will be cleaning out a lot of unused channels and keeping this server relatively minimalistic.
• There will be two announcement channels: one for server-specific announcements and one for Patreon announcements.
• I will try to relay my Patreon feed here in case that is more convenient for some of you. :)

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✧ WHAT INFLUENCED THESE CHANGES ✧

My goal as a creator is to put out content that I am proud of and to always learn, and improve. Additionally, I want my content to suit my audience to ensure that they are enjoying their time here. After reflecting on my goals, how this Patreon page has developed as well as my current commitments in life, I feel that these changes will help me manage my time better, produce higher quality content and improve my mental health.

A lot of my art is private these days (after going on hiatus), so until I feel comfortable sharing it publicly again, I hope that anyone who would like to see it can enjoy it here at a reasonable subscription price.

To anyone who would like to receive art from me, I have opened up the Cosmic Entikitty YCH tier. I decided on doing YCHs because I think they will be easier on my mental health. I love drawing for you guys, but I have high standards when it comes to my work and I was getting a little burnt out because of this. I am hoping that by sticking to YCHs, I can spend more time practicing and improving so that I can take on more custom commissions again in the future.

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With all that being said, I want to stress: do not feel obligated to continue supporting for whatever reason. I am very grateful for all of you, but your well-being and personal life come first. <3

If you have any questions please don't hesitate to reach out! I will be more than happy to address any concerns or to just chat. :)