The Fun Blog

Unfortunate Policies - #1: Personal Space!

November 1, 2025 — Troy Ganser

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One of the saddest things in this world is when good people with good hearts are forced to adapt to evil.

It's Never Too Soon To Chat!

July 1, 2025 — Troy Ganser

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"I know this is a little short notice but....." I hear it at least once a month. Many things in life sneak up on you and if you think you work better under pressure.....well....

WHY do you do that? Q&A for a TAG Artist: "Less is more?"

April 1, 2023 — Troy Ganser

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Is there really a benefit to "less?" If you consider human nature, then absolutely!

WHY do you do that? Q&A for a TAG Artist: The Mystique!

March 1, 2023 — Troy Ganser

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We're born with faith. It's a natural response. Cynicism is learned. Does it have to be learned at all?

WHY do you do that? Q&A for a TAG Artist: Modesty!

February 1, 2023 — Troy Ganser

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Doing what you promised and doing your best is the most important thing if you want to serve a client. If the client is happy, then we ARE the best

WHY do you do that? Q&A for a TAG Artist: Caricatures!

January 2, 2023 — Troy Ganser

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It's common sense - be nice to people and they hire you more. If we turn the disconcerting experience into a show, entertaining, and draw someone in a way that DOESN'T exacerbate their insecurities, it's in our best interests to do so - "loose portrait" is the result.

WHY do you do that? Q&A for a TAG Artist: Meet-and-greets!

December 1, 2022 — Troy Ganser

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Why do you insist on staying in character?

How Will You Choose to Shine?

November 1, 2021 — Troy Ganser

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What is a creative to do in this environment? How do you distinguish yourself in this dichotomy while at the same time convince potential clients of your trustworthiness?

TAG Art "brings the fun!"

November 19, 2018 — Troy Ganser

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I hate to admit it, but the stereotype is alive and well.