Apparently lately i’ve only been able to keep up with one form of social media (my instagram !!), so it’s been a while since i posted any updates here !! 😅
But here’s a look at (mostly) everything that’s been going on at Patreon for the last couple months !! Some builds are still in Early Access and some are Public, so there’s something for everyone !!! 😁❤
Wishing a wonderful start to the summer for all !!!! 😁😁❤❤❤
For whatever reason the lil button to access my PM’s has been broken for idk how long now, hugeeee apologies to any that have come through and been left unanswered !!! ❤
Feel free to come hit me up on Instagram/Patreon @indoorsim !!! ❤❤❤
Hi, if it's not too much to ask, would you expand a little on what kinds of things help to create "an environment that isn’t actively hostile for creators?" Genuine question, I'm new to the scene and not aware of all the considerations.
There are definitely a few things the community can do to not be actively hostile towards creators. There are also things creators can do too (this is a 2 way street). I may not experience some of these now, but when I was starting out some were common, and also what creator friends have experienced in the past. I would say i am also quite observant so this is just things I have noticed while being a creator all these years. There are probably more things that can be done, but this is what i can think of right now. I will put it under a read more because i am chatty LOL
Don't expect content from creators. We are people too and have a life outside of the sims community (for example, if people have been following me they know what I have been going through but not everyone is as open with their struggles). Asking, and in some cases demanding more content from people is ignoring them as a person.
Suggestions are great, but don't be pushy about it. Your taste may not align with that of the creator you messaged, and hearing a no is not an invitation to message them again asking the exact same thing. Imagine multiple people doing this and it ruins requests and suggestions for everyone else.
Show appreciation. This is incredibly important for newer creators as they may just feel like they aren't good enough. Don't just click on that download link, click a like, comment and share that post if you love it. If you are able to support that's great too, but only if you have the willingness and means of doing so.
Be polite. You are talking to another human being, treat others like you want to be treated. This goes for creators too.
Actively sharing content around right after release can be quite disheartening. Yes, i get it, it's in early access and people are going to do it regardless because they believe "early access sucks". But this is also dehumanising a person and the effort they put into content. This will chip away at a person over time and is quite careless. You may be 'helping' one group, but screwing over another.
Don't actively use free creators against early access creators to prove a point. I get it, you hate early access, but don't use me or others to push an agenda. Everyone's situation is unique and they may not be able to do it freely. It's also not cool to pit people against each other, we are all in this together.
Support free creators and early access alike. Just because it's free that doesn't mean you shouldn't support the creator. Able to donate? See if they have a donate page or patreon. Unable? That's ok too. Leave kind messages, reblog and like the posts, even just clicking the little heart on the SFS link is nice. Next time you download from there, just check the discrepancy between downloads and the likes and you will see how underappreciated creators can be.
If you think a creator is being shady, don't support that behaviour. That is rewarding them for it, then others will just think they can get away with it as well. Don't let FOMO run your life. Sometimes it's just better to walk away.
Creators need to take a bit more of a hands-off approach to their content. If you want to actively limit the spread of your content to the point you are collecting people's information and sending out trackers to figure out who is sharing your content, maybe it's you with the problem and not the community. When you make content for the Sims you are accepting the ToU and that means your content can be freely shared. If you don't like this, maybe you are creating for the wrong game. I know from personal experience that it is hard to let go of that feeling, but don't embrace it.
User's shouldn't vehemently enforce Maxis' ToU themselves. Yes, it is there and should be followed but this is not the crusades. Use is as a guide to tell the good from the bad, but don't force it down the throats of others like you are some missionary trying to 'civilise the savages.' You are only going to look like a self righteous asshole.
Creators, you aren't entitled to people's money. It should be at their leisure and not forced. If you paywall stuff you really need to take a long hard look at yourself. Users really shouldn't encourage this either.
I think that's about it, or stuff i can think of now. Honestly, this does go in general for the community as a whole too. In short, Don't be an asshole and treat others how you want to bee treated. We all love this game so find some common ground and don't be dicks.
Early Access Creators - YOU CANNOT SIT THE FENCE THIS TIME. :|
Look, I love y'all. I know you don't want to participate in so-called "drama" because you think it's messy and shit. I get that, I do. But here's the deal. Cowbuild and her cronies are making the whole patreon method of dealing with the sims look bad, and that affects YOU guys too.
Because of these bad apples, there are some people questioning if patreon is safe. Especially because Anto is involved, and he USED TO BE EARLY ACCESS.
You guys need to join in on calling this out and saying "No. This is not okay. We do not accept it, and we do not want this to be part of our community."
I and others have tried to explain that these bad apples don't spoil the whole bunch, but when y'all choose to be silent on the issue, you don't help your case. So now is the time to speak up. You don't have to make your own post even. Just REBLOGGING what's already been shared is enough.
You know, that same place where the ORIGINAL two week rule was discussed? Would y'all like EA to take away early access because people can't handle patreon? Because unless y'all speak up and out, that's what's gonna be communicated. That we as a community cannot handle ourselves.
And no, sharing or reblogging the posts is not participating in drama. Drama is alleged behavior or useless shit. THIS is people's fucking safety.
Here's how serious it is.
I was given a screenshot copy of the clean list, and was given the tough job of trying to find victims to let people know their info had been leaked.
One young lady had her REAL NAME, HER REAL PHOTO OF HER AND HER (NOW HUSBAND, THEN FIANCE), AND HER REAL EMAIL CONNECTED TO HER PATREON.
With a simple google search I was able to find:
- Her wedding website which had
- The date of her wedding
- Pictures of her friends/family in the bridal party
- Pictures from the event
- Her facebook, even under her married name (because her maiden name was still connected)
- What city she lived in, and what she + her husband do for a living/where they work.
THANKFULLY, I am a good guy. I shot her a message on messenger and let her know that I wasn't some creep and I was contacting her because her information had been leaked.
She confirmed to me that she had been blocked by @busra-tr.
These are REAL FUCKING PEOPLE. And the sad thing is, we only had one page of the list. And from the screenshot it's obvious there is more.
I understand wanting to keep your feed and your game peaceful, but if y'all don't say something people's safety will be at stake. This is not a petty dispute between creators, this is people KNOWINGLY choosing to GATHER AND SHARE PERSONAL INFORMATION THAT SHOULD NOT BE SHARED. PERIOD.
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Available for year-round bookings.
Details
Designed for | Granite Falls
Features | 4 Bed | 5 Bath | Garage
Lot type | Rental
Lot size | 40 x 30
Price | §239,271
Public Release | 5th May 2022
Many thanks to all CC creators | @anniee-sims @pinkbox-anye @blueteas @tububsubub @mxims @mincts4 @sanoysims @aggressivekitty @cowbuild @pixelvibes & more ❤
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Connected by multiple hallways, the main living space leads off to several areas including a modern utility kitchen, family room, bar and garage as well as the sleeping quarters, bathrooms and outdoor eating/cooking areas. With 3 spacious double bedrooms, a playful children's bunkroom and a grand total of 5 bathrooms, this contemporary vacation home is the perfect getaway for families and groups of all sizes.
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a lil personal update copied from my patreon since i feel like even though i hate discussing feelings n stuff it’s probably important for me to be upfront with you all about things 😅
sending endless amounts of love to those who have shown me so much kindness and support here ❤❤❤
