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2014-12-08 12:41:08
You should only do Patreon if you can offer increased or special poutputs/projects as a result.
Spoony at the Spoonyexperiment.com started Patreon and got 5000 dollars from fans - So far, he hasn't put out anymore content or really showed a whole much for those 5000, though he is talking about making a DVD/movie of sorts.
My point is just, if you start Patreon, you either have to
a) Make more content ON TIME, as promised on the tin for signing up/paying
b) Make a special porject/define what the money would be going to, so people can decide if they wanna support said caus
c) Don't have a conscience and do neither a or b, and watch the cash roll in - however, be prepared that some people will bitch endlessly about that (as in, more than they bitch about slow content-release now etc.)
If it's because some of your fans just wanna make a donation, to show you appreciation for their work, it might just be easier to set up to get PayPal donations.
Those are my opinions on the matter.
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2014-12-08 16:41:56
I really like your content, but I don't think Patreon is a good fit for you. You often write about how you find it hard to get working on stuff, and, well, if people start giving you money, you will be in a position where you just have to give something back. I would be happy if that meant you get more content out :P But be cautious as it might go against your apparent inclination to take it easy. Dealing with frustrated fans wouldn't be so cool.