Artist die from exposure
So you have a great idea, but can barely draw a stick figure without him looking like he has some grotesque stick disease. All right, well, you need an artist! Someone who is going to use their years of education (whether professional or self taught), hours upon hour of practice, and many skills to take what you have written, work on it with you, and bring your story to life. And surely, because your story is the best thing this professional artist has ever read, they will be willing to donate hours upon hours of their time to making your baby come to life, because artist are just waiting around for great opportunities! No. Get out of my face. But that's not fair , you might think. I'm not rich! I struggle! I can't pony up someone else's rent money AND my own every month! Welcome to the art life. It's not fair. But alright. Let's talk about what ELSE you can bring to the table. And please keep in mind, some artist won't want to trade anything