My more recent commissions have all been things I really wanted to create. But, on the other hand, I don't focus on commissions for day-to-day income. And I feel like, if I did, everything would be different.
Pieces wouldn't get scrutinized as critically. I would have to figure out a way to lower my rate of false starts, just for time economy. And my personal answer there, at least historically, has been to use formulas. Limit projects to things that I know will work, and work quickly.
I’m not saying the pressure of time destroys an art product. But I do think it changes the considerations and decisions I personally make as an artist.