Alfie hiatus.
There are not going to be any new Alfie pages for the next couple of months. I am burnt out and I need to work on something different for a while. I am not entirely sure what yet, but I will figure it out. I intend to be very, very active in the next couple of months so don't worry. There will be content. BUT if you are pledging for Alfie, there will be nothing new for you for a while. Sorry.
The reason for the break is simple: Alfie takes a lot of energy and time to create and over time it drained me. In the past I remedied that with shorter breaks, or drawing a couple of silly porn pics on the side, but this time the burnout is too strong. Yesterday I sat down to draw the first pages of chapter 10 and I felt sick to my stomach. This feeling has been building for a while and I was hoping the break between chapters 9 and 10 would be enough to get my motivation back, but nope. I need time to recharge and a couple of weeks will not be enough this time.
I think the last proper break I had from Alfie was before I started drawing chapter 7, which was almost 2 years ago. Other than that there were breaks inbetween chapters that I spend writing and designing the story, and various times where I was unable to draw for one reason or another. But a proper "I want to do something else for a while" break was along time ago. Too long. Up till yesterday I was sure I will just power through this slump and force myself to work on chapter 10, but today I realised I can't do it. The quality of the comic will suffer if I do it.
This isn't one of those "I am tired of this comic so I'll drop it, call it a hiatus and hope everybody forgets about it" situations. I have the rest of Alfie planned out and I intend to finish it.
I honestly don't know how long this break will take. I think it's going to be a minimum of 2 months, but it could be longer. I want to spend it actively, working on other projects. I don't intend to be lazy. Aside from the Puazi CYOA, and the part 2 of the BI patreon comic I don't know what I'll do yet. Maybe one or two short comics? More CYOAs? Patron requests? Votes? All of that? I'll set up a separate patreon post so you guys could let me know what you'd like to see.
I hope this was not too rambling! Let me know what you think about all this.
Comments (103)
I was just wondering how tall the havlins and the voch khari supposed to be
By all means please, take care of yourself and then get back to what you enjoy doing.... Eating cookies 🤤🍪
I hope Alfie returns some time.
So sorry to bother you again I just realized you had some links posted where I could find your work turns out I've seen a lot of your stuff before and I absolutely love everything that I've seen so I'm going to give you a support on here as well there was still hope your other page isn't dead
Hello I hate to post here but I can't figure out another way to get ahold of you and I was wondering if you were still posting on your other patreon or if that one is dead now because I am in love with a stuff that I found already and was hoping to see some of that stuff finished. Are there other places where I could view your art that you have here? I only ask because I can't see most of the stuff here unless I become a patreon but I don't know if I want to become a patreon until I see what kind of stuff is posted here if that makes any sense.
take all the time you need! (it won't prevent us from checking everyday... :) )
<3 Do what you gotta do, your an incredible talent, and I look forward to when you get back your lil short-stack!
We hope you are doing well.
You've been working on this for years. A little more breaks in between in the future might do you some good.
More CYOAS!
Geez i understand how you feel. as a artist my self i can feel your pain. it does get overwhelming and looking at the quality of your work i can't even imagine the amount of time they goes into it. take your time. you deserve it.
I've just spent the day experiencing "Alfie" for the first time, from page one to the current pause. I've never experienced anything like it. What a wonderful break from reality! So many other things I should have done today. Reminded me of years ago being late with homework assignments because I spent all day reading "Lord of the Rings", only way more fun, and funny, and - you know - sexy! Had to take a couple of breaks to relieve the - tension (blush). So, take all the time you need to recharge. I hope to enjoy your creations for years to cum.
I'm really sorry to hear that! I hope that your break reinvigorates you to get back into the groove. I hate that burnout feeling, just got out of it myself a week ago. I know we have no previous rapport but if you're open to some ideas I have an interactive website little toolset I've made to make my interactive exploration site for my cartoon series. I'm always looking to give artists the means to make a cool little visual novel/point and click world out of the work. I invite you to check out what I made at: <a href="http://getrich.genomestudios.ca/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://getrich.genomestudios.ca/</a> I would love to collaborate with you on making your own world in the same light. I also have had plans in the works to make a porny site with the same tools set in a University Campus. <a href="http://sxu.genomestudios.ca/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://sxu.genomestudios.ca/</a> So doing something with your work would not be very farfetched!
more futa. sequel to the devil comic even. or the maid and her futa employer
I just wanted to let you know that I love your work and am excited for when there's more, but I think your mental health is way more important so I'm glad you're taking care of yourself
Gives me a chance to go through the archives again.
We love ya, glad to know you'll be active in other ways~ Make sure to take care of yourself, you're the #1 priority.
I'll miss seeing the comic for the time being, but I understand. In the meantime, sexy pinups will help fill the void :).
I very much enjoy your Alfie comic and eagerly await every new page, but would hate to see it suffer from forcing yourself to do it if you don't feel up for it at the moment. I don't know much about your process, but I assume this kind of steady output is pretty demanding. Take all the time you need and come back when you feel ready. :)
Alfie is pretty boring l prefer much more cyoa or your short stories
Take the break, I don't mind two months wait for Alfie and your art, like to see a short story about that pink lipstick blond femboy you did in some hot guy gangbang action.
Take a break and enjoy it. Your art is amazing. I look forward to whatever you do.
Take your time! i absolutely love the comic and your work and am happy to wait!
I love Alfie but I pledged on patreon because I love all of your stuff. My Debut and Xenobiology are two of my favorite comics you do as well as Alfie. If you need a break to save your enjoyment of the work you do then do it. I look forward to see anything you have planned next.
InCase, Alfie is the most gorgeous and one of the best written comics I've ever read. I love the world you created. Take as long as you need. Please tell us if there is anything we can do to help you ;-)
I love Alfie, but I am willing to wait if it means Alfie's story can go on. Take your time and draw some hot stuff.
Take your time, Vacations are healthy for the mind and besides we'll be here after you get back. And have a merry Xmas and a happy new year while you're at it. All the Love to you ^_^
Totally understandable.
breaks are good! take as long as you need
Man, I just pitched in the dollar so I could comment on this: Dood(ette?), you're like 12 breaks behind on Alfie. I expected another month or two 'til we'd see more like four months ago. No one expects the golden goose to plop dem eggs out like it's working at Perdue. I'll happily wait on the good stuff.
Anything, and I do mean anything you make is simply amazing. Take as much time as you need.
Take all the time you need. Your mental and physical health is important! <3
I'm here for all that you draw, including Alfie. Can I suggest drawing some sunsets or forests with or without beautiful women? :)
Hey InCase unrelated to Alfie (love it) but patreon just released updated terms and are beefing up their crack down on content with adult themes.
just repeating this but YES, plz take a break if Alfie is the cause of the burnout and anxiety, it's just a craving for something fresh ; A ;
Rest, get inspiration and be back when you're able to. Creativity takes time and that's not a bad thing.
Been there, I understand how it feels. Take the time, we'll still be here.
I've pledged for Alfie, but other work is also good. Relax and focus on something short and fun for you.
I paint miniatures for games like D&D and warhammer 40k as a hobby..I'm good enough i get a fair bit of commission work. And on some of the larger jobs...you put that much effort into getting everything just right...all those little details..it gets exhausting. So yeah...when i complete an army of 50+ minis, I get pretty burned out and i take a break...then i go back once i'm ready....and usually after doing a couple of "just for fun" pieces for myself on my own timetable. You do great work...if a break is what you need to keep it up to your standards, more power to you.(and i look forward to those side projects too...wouldn't mind a few more journal entries form dr. lovingstone charting his/her transformation..always been a sucker for a good tf sequence.)
Relax, take your time. Your other works are also grate, so I'll wait for them with impatience.
I'm here just for Alfie. However, I just started paying last month. I'll stay. You earned it. Enjoy your hiatus.
Thanks for being open about this. Get better, we can wait.
Thank you for letting us know at least. The communication is greatly appreciated
Get well soon homie
Take care man, we'll still be here when you're feeling the project again. Maybe take some of the time to think about putting out a print edition of Alfie? :wink wink:
Take care, man. Always loved your work and you need to recharge. I've been doing something similar for, crap, coming up on 30 years and yeah, there are times when it gets old and you don' wanna. Eventually you will.
:< every time I've seen this it 100% means the comic is dropped.
I like alfie a lot. I liked your work before plenty too, and hope this will be an opportunity fir you to put out some other small works that are cool too. Xenobiology 2?
Work on some other shit until you feel the mojo. We'll still be here when you get back.
It has bee a great pleasure watching you develop as and artist over these past years. Take the break you need to keep it fun.
Take care of yourself!! People still follow stuff like Berserk which has had YEARS between issues so I think you are safe.
Better to let a project rest rather than force yourself on it. If I might make a suggestion, perhaps something involving freckled redheads? I've yet to see an artist that does them as well as you, plus This_Is_My_Fetish.jpg.
Take care and don't rush yourself!
Take your time, pal. All of necessary. Alfie it's great, but if you need fresh air, take it, we love your art and your stories. This time, you can do more Bi patreon, short works or continue some some stories, like the Debut one (one of my favourites). Whatever you choose, please let us informed :)
I’ve come here for your art, wether it’s Alfie, CYOA, or whatever creams your Twinkie. I love your style, and look forward to fresh new characters. You do you, and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise.
I know that sickly burnt-out feeling all too well. Give yourself a nice vacation from it!
maybe you can do some light sketches, or take 2 weeks off vacation, just to relax a little... and draw what you feel for a while, not because you have to
Take care of yourself bro. I get it. It can become monotonous if you don't change it up. Alfie is awesome but we don't want you to burn out and stop all together. Do something else and maybe you'll get that fire again after a while.
"YOU" always come first!!!! It's understandable to get burnt out every now and then, and I get the same way with designing. Sometimes you need to tackle something new for a while before the "man i really miss this" hits you, and you run back and the first page you start feels like the first page all over again. I really hope you have that happen to you, and find some time to just relax and enjoy what ever it is you like to do for fun!
Even in asshole America, it's expected to get a break every few weeks and a solid 2-week vacation at least every year, if not twice a year. Just because you're not salaried doesn't mean you don't deserve at least that. So take it! Please take care of yourself!
Darling your mental health is important. Take all the time you need. You're an amazing artist and have actually been one of the ones to help inspire us to to work on our comic! Being burnt out sucks... so do all you need. :3 You deserve it! <3
of course! take care of yourself man! <3
Much better you take a good, long break and come back to Alfie when you're ready and up for it. The thing that most impresses is the consistently high quality of your work. Don't do anything to jeopardise that.
I have to agree with how Joshua puts it. You have a fan base that appreciates your style, your humor, and your output. We'll be here when you fire up Alfie again, and we will be happy to have a gander at whatever else you might toy with.
I look forward to seeing what you do next. I think your making the right choice here!
Do what you need to do; I plan not to stop my meager contribution.
Look after yourself
Glad you're taking care of yourself, excited to see more new content even if I love Alfie.
Well, I'm sad to not get more Alfie for a while, but IMO you crank out a pretty high level of quality content, and if you believe you need a break, take a break. Effin' Gary Trudeau took off a year and a half from Doonesbury, for Pete's sake.
I have always admired your work ethic. Don't feel bad about needing a break. You have a loyal fan base who loves not just Alfie but all your work. Take time to refocus and rebuild your creativity. All creators hit walls sometimes when they work on something for a long time. There is no shame in taking a break to recuperate.
*offers hugs*
Breath, take a break, we'll be here when the story continues.
Take care to breath, to relax. Thank you for letting us know.
As someone who is attempting to create my own comics, I can relate. The end of the year (November/December) is the perfect time to take a break. One of the best ways I have found to 'recharge' is do nothing related to work for a awhile. And I wish I was half the artist you are. Amazing work. Peace.
That’s good cause you need a longer break for how much detail you put in Alfie
Finally more bi comic? yay!
Don't worry about all that. Patreon should be seen as a tip jar from fans who like the art you're creating, not as a payement for some duty or work. Take your time, replenish yourself and keep it coming when you're good. Your art is really great and I love it. You've been producing an incredible amount of stuff, and you really deserve some time for yourself. Have some rest, have some fun and enjoy !
Take as long as you need buddy.
More Puazi would be amazing
Rest as you need. I am certain the results will be more than worth the wait. Also, we value the well being of our artists. Be well.
Do what you have to to recover! :)
will you release the old comics in full res with texts? capters 2 - 6?
You deserve your Time Off everything! You should do what you want to do! You are doing a great job as an Artist! Keep on going if you feel thats the right Time!
If you need rest, rest. For as long as you need. As you say, if you force yourself to keep going, you'd start to hate your creation, and your creation will suffer for it. I have no intention of revoking my monthly pledge while Alfie is on sabbatical; I love the characters, and am anxious to see the rest of the story. And I have no problem continuing to support you during your break. Rest well, and hordes of large-breasted Havlins sing thee to thy rest. 😎
More MILFs!
Honestly man I'm glad you're done with alfie for now. I'd love to see you do more of the other things like that cyoa you did earlier.
I too know the pain of art burn out, you take care of yourself and look forward to more of your arts when you feel up to it :3
Have a lovely break. You very much deserve it. Thank you for all you do.
Unfortunately, I know that feeling, so I don't mind at all if take your time. Your physical and mental health is the most important.
get well <3
That BI patreon could surely use some more love from you :-) But first, take some rest: nobody will be angry even if you "intended to be lazy" for a while ;-) Good luck!
Do what needs to be done! I was just planning to start pledging here at the end of the month once bills are out of the way because I reallt love Alfie, and waiting for more goodness is not a problem at all. We will await your inevitable return.
Do what you have to do and take all the time you need. Alfie is superb, and I wouldn't hesitate buy buy it if you ever published it, but that level of work takes time and energy.
Well as long as there is more sexy things it is all good. I like the characters in the comic and have seen some authors take characters in negative directions because they are forced to continue rather than allowed to rediscover their energy or passion for the project. I will say I wouldn't mind the occasional sexy short stack or Alfie/Vera art piece in addition to your more human proportioned lovelies.
Totally get it. Don't wanna wait that long, but I completely understand. Um...if you wanna work on something not slide related....I write, letter, and edit comics. Just...ya know...saying...if maybe you wanna do a raffle or something I'm sure wed all bid on making a comic with you even if its a one shot single issue. Hell Alfie is what I go to when I'm feeling burnt out lol. I've been reading the rest of your stuff too and I love it even if its not exactly my cup of tea at times. Sometimes you just gotta go read the hobbit for the millionth time. Do what you need to do and create what you need to create. Just have fun.
Ah, do what you've got to do Incase, needing a break is totally understandable. Im sure that most patreons will be fine with it. I enjoyed your art in short stories and single pieces you were doing before, i don't doubt that it'll be the same this time around aswell
Breaks are so important! As someone who is currently dealing with some burnout, I totally hear you. I'm excited to see what else you come up with during your break!
More from the universe of the debut would be nice. more the mess would be as welcome. Honestly though it sounds a lot like you need to build a general world guide for Alfie & several other projects just to dip in the other end of the creative pool.
Take as much time as you need dude, your health should be the top priority.
You do you, dude! I'm sure your fans are gonna support you regardless.
Take all the time you need, Incase. You deserve it for all the quality content you throw at us ;) and if along the way you find yourself drawing more Elsanna, I certainly wouldn't object ;)
I totally understand creative burn out, & I can see why alphie takes so much out of you, you put SO much into it!! I’m personally more of a fan of your other stuff so I’m excited to see whatever you draw!!!! 💗 crossing my fingers for more betty haha
Most important thing is your health, dude. I'll be here to fap to whatever you put out.