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Well, dear reader, let’s start with your gigs, which you say are mostly through agents. Many gig artists don’t realize that commissions can solve two problems at once: they can provide a change of pace and a little income during stretches between gig work, and they can help make those lousy “but just one more” whiners shut up! Yes, even if the gig is through an agent. While bypassing the agent is a MAJOR faux pas, it is acceptable and even appreciated if you let those desperate folks know that the time is up for the party caricatures, but if they absolutely must have one, here’s the agent’s card so you can order a commission over email. Some agents have a spot on their card to write your name, so that the hopeful customer can request you. Many caricature agents will be happy to pass along the commission to you and just handle the back and forth (for a reasonable cut); while others (like entertainment agents who handle many performers) don’t like dealing with small potatoes like gift commissions and they might just directly send you the customer. It’s a win-win either way.