I agree! Again, reiterating I'm not judging or condemning your need to be deceitful toward the artist - I probably would have done the same in your shoes, tbh. It's just so sad it was forced to come to that. :( No matter what curve balls life throws at you (and I've definitely dealt with and am currently dealing with my share), there's a point where that lack of communication, no matter what grief you're dealing with, becomes unacceptable. Radio silence for a year and yet so promptly responding to potential new clients is that point. It really makes you feel invisible and unimportant (imo :( ).
It's definitely a more complicated decision to make since it was a joint purchase, and even more so since your partner is new to commissioning and starting off on such a poor experience must be dreadful. I'd respond to the artist first and tell them honestly that you and your partner are still discussing and finding a resolution to this you're both happy with, and will reach out to them when you do.
It's a longshot at this point, but I honestly do hope you find a way to resolve this that leaves you satisfied, especially for your partner's sake! Commissioning can be such a fun experience.
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Date: 2016-08-04 06:03 am (UTC)It's definitely a more complicated decision to make since it was a joint purchase, and even more so since your partner is new to commissioning and starting off on such a poor experience must be dreadful. I'd respond to the artist first and tell them honestly that you and your partner are still discussing and finding a resolution to this you're both happy with, and will reach out to them when you do.
It's a longshot at this point, but I honestly do hope you find a way to resolve this that leaves you satisfied, especially for your partner's sake! Commissioning can be such a fun experience.