#just because its a derivative creation does not mean that it isnt op's idea you know?

[lightyaoigami]

i love that in fandom we get inspired by each other and work together but one thing that i wish we would do more is like. talk to people before writing something in their universe or based on what they wrote/drew/etc. i truly think collaboration is the best part of being a creator but i think that it would be really nice to like discuss these types of things BEFORE starting, you know?

ftr this is not about anything specific but i feel like it's really obvious when someone is basing something off an existing fanwork without credit and it makes me sad because missing those opportunities for collaboration and connection is just a net loss for all creative people.

#you can all ignore this i guess i just feel like i see it a lot #think about and interrogate the assumptions you make about a creator when you think 'if i ask they will say no and be mean to me' #chances are theyd be thrilled that you felt inspired #but it would be nice to ask first before publishing stuff that is clearly inspired by someone elses fanwork #just because its a derivative creation does not mean that it isnt op's idea you know? #if you dm me some weird shit like oh i attacked so and so maybe write that in your diary and then flush the diary down the toilet bc idc