I'm a recent mechanical engineering graduate and now a full time artist. I have always loved fantasy characters, and now I'm 3D modeling them!
The majority of my models consist of Patreon requests and commission work.
I really love doing Patreon requests because it is a happy medium between being motivated to complete models while having artistic freedom. You can submit your own request at www.patreon.com/m3dm.
I also started a class teaching others how to create their own 3D designs. To join in, go to www.patreon.com/m3dmlearn
I sell improved versions of my models, and share the rest for free. The key improvement is a decorative base to tie the model together.