So, let's say i have an image i want to upload but the artist would rather not I tag their name here (real or otherwise) am I able to upload it either way without an artist tag?

From previous circumstances, yes, as long as they gave permission to post.

Thank you much, i'm glad to know that, i did have their permission, so long as i left it anon

In future, try a more specific thread name, as we have rules against vague titles.

Was about to point that out. Question solved, thread's going locked.