Bear with me on this.
I'm a 3D modeler/ Animator, while i have some 2D experience i've decided to rely on a concept artist to get my concept art and reference sheets.
Because of the high amount of art i'll need over time i figure having a close working relationship with 1 artist would be better than several commissioned works from various people.
I want to know /ic/ how can i propose such a relationship to an artist. While they are getting paid as from anyone else i would need to speak/ work with them personally to reach the desired end result.
Basically the usual preamble for commissioned works but extended to hell.