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Mar 2, 2022Liked by William M. Peaster

Great timing on this article since just yesterday, I tweeted a question about the PROPER standard procedure for working with artists. I'm just beginning a NFT project based around some fiction and need art help. I DO NOT want to screw over some artist from Upwork or Fiverr, but am unknown at the moment so getting them as a DAI member or doing a revenue split is probably out of reach.

I'd love it if you could break down what NFT project makers SHOULD do to find, properly pay, etc. and artist for such a project.

But an interesting object lesson. Thanks for the article!

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That's a really good idea Rich, maybe soon I'll write a "How to commission a cryptoartist" tips post. Thanks for reading and sharing the idea!

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That'd be great. I read your email (free version so far) whenever it comes out. A valuable learning resource!

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Hi Rich.

Hopefully you'll see this post in time for it to be useful.

I've been purchasing freelance artwork for 40+ years; crypto artists are no different.

You correctly point out that enticing an artist to do a revenue share is probably not feasible. But keep in mind, there are always more artists than there is demand for their work. So with a little effort you may be able to locate an art partner, especially when the use is for an NFT.

Regardless, make sure you have a written agreement defining your relationship especially with regard to who owns the copyright and the downstream and adjacent rights: derivative works, international coverage, indemnification, etc.

Finally, know that most freelance artwork, programming and other creative services are purchased on a on a work-for-hire basis (hourly or fixed-fee), where ALL rights remain with the purchaser.

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Hi Rich.

Hopefully you'll see this post in time for it to be useful.

I've been purchasing freelance artwork for 40+ years; crypto artists are no different.

You correctly point out that enticing an artist to do a revenue share is probably not feasible. But keep in mind, there are always more artists than there is demand for their work. So with a little effort you may be able to locate an art partner, especially when the use is for an NFT.

Regardless, make sure you have a written agreement defining your relationship especially with regard to who owns the copyright and the downstream and adjacent rights: derivative works, international coverage, indemnification, etc.

Finally, know that most freelance artwork, programming and other creative services are purchased on a on a work-for-hire basis (hourly or fixed-fee), where ALL rights remain with the purchaser.

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Mar 1, 2022Liked by William M. Peaster

Oh, Kevin… Important wrap-up of an insane event. Can’t help but wonder if we in a years time will look at this and consider it the igniter of a blow-off top and a strong learning experience, or if the worst is yet to come?

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