
The essence of the Artisans Program appears to be rooted in collaborating with the community, offering a platform for emerging artists to enrich Smite’s extensive lore and character designs. However, although this concept sounds intriguing, its implementation leaves room for improvement. Andantonius raises a valid concern when he points out that the terms and conditions of the program seem unclear, hinting at a lack of transparency.
In section 4 of the provided terms, artists are informed that their artwork might or might not be exhibited or sold. This setup creates an uncertain situation where their creative work may go unrewarded, causing artists to question the credibility of their contributions. Several users in the post shared similar sentiments, with a former senior UI artist stating, “I was initially thrilled when I read through the Artisans program page, but the legal jargon makes me uncomfortable.” This contrast illustrates both the allure and potential issues with this program.