Is this a campaign? A philosophy? A secret society?

Whatever it is (or becomes) is born of a desire to honor the artists whose labor, curiosity, and vision enrich this world. What that looks like practically is dependent on, well, you.

Publishers, reach out about use of the Art by Artists badge on your creations. Artists, know your unique perspective has value and is valued. Anyone, everyone, remember that ideas spread when communities connect around them. Share this initiative with others. Maybe they’ll take comfort in the message. Maybe they’ll be inspired. Maybe anything. Find out, then tell us about it. Coffee shops, social media, school, huddled round a fire barrel; wherever you connect, build community on this shared value and see what people do next. We’re in a pivotal moment. We can all feel it. Open yourself to being surprised by how others (or yourself) rise up to meet it.

If nothing else, tell an artist what you value about their work. Why did it matter? Send a DM. Comment. Join the conversation on the Discord. Shine a light, either on an artist, or into them, or both.