It can be hard to be creative when you know that there are people out there that are more talented than you (whatever that means). I feel the most creative energy and actually get work created when I do my best to forget that other writers and creators exist. It helps remove the block that the taste gap creates for me I’ve been planning on starting the artists way in the new year as it has been mentioned by so many creative people I subscribe to! (Plus the book club I’m in might be starting the year off with it so I’m excited to also read and be creative with others!)
So much of what you've said resonates with me. As someone who has dreams of being a full-time author, I find it hard to describe myself as a writer because, in my head, real writers are published and have some form of notoriety. This despite the fact that I've been writing since I was 8. (I'm now 24.) I feel a lot of pressure to make something of my youth whilst I still have it which is such a silly fear but one that refuses to yield. It can also be demoralising when you see celebrities get massive book deals even though they don't care for the art form and their books are probably ghostwritten. If not they're handheld throughout the entire process. I guess that's just the name of the game. Publishers need to make money and celebrities are a guaranteed ROI. It doesn't make it any less crushing. But I keep writing regardless because I love it and it's the only thing that brings me peace. I hope your wildest dreams come true, Amanda, and to everybody who reads this!
First off, congratulations!!! I graduated college this year in May and its so hard for me now to call myself anything because I feel since it isn't "seen" then I haven't made it to call myself the thing. Everyone keeps asking me when i'll do this and that and it's like I'm trying but with life, work, bills, and the comparison of how will i "make it" has been bothering me for months. I realized that even if only 10 or 100 ppl hear or see my work, its still work and I can still be the things that I am in the entertainment industry. I never thought of "Nepo" babies until this year because ppl keep talking about it. My only beef with the industry was them not letting us who don't have those connections get a chance to share our work and they just keep making shitty remakes and stuff that no one wants to see. I think i'll buy that book to felt my creative juices flowing again since the holidays are among us. Lovely video
“only by going through a volume of work you will close the gap” is so, so important to remember. making progress is difficult and slow for a while, but so necessary to reach aspirations as an artist! very well put thank you for this video :)
The struggle to live up to one’s standards is so so difficult and I haven’t heard anyone else articulate it like this. Thank you for reminding me about the artists way. I really need to dust off my own copy!!
I saw a really fun musical on Broadway once called [Title of Show] about two dudes who write a musical about two dudes who write a musical. Very silly and meta, but in a great way. It had a song called "Die Vampire, Die" that was essentially about both the Censor and haters. About the internal and external factors that try to suck away your creative juices. Great show, love that song. I try to remember to sing it to myself when my own Censor gets me down. Side note, the makers of [Title of Show] also had a UA-cam show called The Title of Show Show about their journey to Broadway. Old school UA-cam style, def a good watch.
Since I became disabled five years ago I've lost my ability to have creative ideas like I used to. I would sketch all the time, on the bus, on the subway. I doodled down my spontaneous ideas to be used for a later date. Becoming disabled changed my creative ability. I have become technically much better at life drawing and perspective drawing. I still draw every day but not like I used to. that spontaneity is gone and I mourn for it
This video couldn't have come at a more perfect time! I definitely struggle with having so many ideas and concepts for videos/creative projects, but get overwhelmed about how long it will take to do, how many people will see it, and if I'm even still interested in the idea by the time I start it. Matching my ambition with actual work is something I want to focus on more going forward, and doing so from a place of flexing my creative muscles and enjoying the process rather than worrying so much about the outcome.Thank you for the reminder Amanda!
this video came at the perfect time. the taste gap is the perfect way to describe how I feel when I make ANYTHING. having a word for it is so fucking helpful
Wow you are so special this really inspired me to get back into making things not thinking about it too much or overplanning. Thank you Amanda KEEP IT UP
The bit at the end about needing to create a certain volume to close the taste gap !! really puts it into perspective. Our instant gratification culture doesn’t really make space for this idea
this is such a lovely video! i'm an illustrator who's gonna graduate from art school in may and i resonate with a lot of what you are saying...i wish the best for you, your artistic practice, and your future!
i feel the same way, I feel like I wont be a real actor until im in something "big", even though I have tons of acting in smaller things, I always revert to calling myself an "aspiring actor"
This video was perfect, the advice feels like it was just meant for me! Starting out with a commentary channel has meant trying out something new and exciting, but realizing that it isn’t going to be something big and flashy that everyone will know so fast. In the world of content creation, starting out means being your own cheerleader, marketer, and more which can feel really awkward. I’m glad I still started out and excited to see where things go. Huge thanks on making this stellar content!
Thank You Amanda :') I'm studing Biology in Mexico And i'm feeling so stuck because doing "The Sciece" is a lot of pressure I don't feel like i'm enough for the classes, for the homework, for the invistigation, it's like i can't have a future and drop it every day bye neglecting myself But this video, just wow I cry with a relieve feeling, because is so human that make breath again:') Thank You, i'm still trying, for me with the inspiration of your content
The only way for creative talent is authenticity. As a thinker who writes [I did not consider myself a writer], I believe that I have excelled in certain areas, more related to analyzes on politics, society, behavior... But, I would also like to write more reflectively and I have realized that my biggest problem has been denying my own way of being and thinking in a way that I think I should emulate and that I don't have.
Thank you so much for this video!! These were the uplifting words I needed to stop hesitating to start my own artistic journey. Great work as always ❤!!
I think that it is useful to examine the world that you grew up in a describe that experience from your perspective. Instead of comparing it to someone else - think about what you liked what you wish you had, who your friends were. Who you wish you were friends with
regular people being artists is important for all of us - it's one of the few arenas where you have to do some amount of healthy human things in order to be successful in your work. most jobs, you're more successful the less you take care of yourself - often not true for using the brain creatively. good canaries in the coal mine for cultural quality of life conversations
One of the best pieces of advice that I have heard is to make your creative practice a habit. Don't wait for the muse. She may never show up or if she does, her visits may be so sporadic, it will take you 10X longer to complete your project, whatever that may be. Also, get used to saying no - no to hanging out, no to netflix binging or video games, no to two hours of social media scrolling....this is especially true if you have an unrelated (to your creativity) day job. Yes, you can be leisurely and have fun some of the time, but be conscious about it. Don't make it the norm and your own creative practice the exception.
As always thank you for your great video. The taste gap is actually a new concept to me and it makes so much sense. Maybe that's whar I needed to finally write a story and not just dream about writing a story!
this video was everything I needed to hear. thank you. now I have no excuse to put off starting my project!!! also the taste gap thing is soooo well worded thank you for that
I have found, that there is alot of talented people that have very good potential in art. The problems is that there isnt enough demand for artists, for all those people to live from art. And because there is limited space, mostly just Nepo babies have success. I think every one who wants to be an artist has to hone their skills for two potential careers. One is artist the other is something avarage if that doesnt work out. But that is more difficult.
I had no idea about the taste gap!! Thank you for this video - it was very helpful xx I love how you speak on issues that are bothering me, but I don't really understand the *why*
they have to work to keep relevence, but they have the previlage to even get the job. If I was doing the work that I found forfilling (and well paid), I assure, complaing that i'm working wouldn't be a thing because in this case (unlike many cases) your hard work get paid and paid well while having a high economic network.
I feel the nepo baby discourse is a bit hypocritical because I thought the point was to put your kids on so that they wouldn’t have to struggle? So that they could find a place for themselves so that they can make and do what they want in this world. Nepotism doesn’t exist only in Hollywood but also with almost every job from doctors to lawyers and small business owners to zoo keepers. People don’t want their kids to struggle like they did and I don’t blame them at all cause this adult life is hard. I’m new to your channel and love your vids so far
I really struggle with morning pages because I'm a night person. I can't really set aside the time because i struggle as it is to get up at a productive hour. Maybe I'll switch to night pages? I wanted to keep strictly to the book's advice, but I probably need to adapt a bit
This took ypu longer to learn than anyone you know? Well allow me to introduce myself, someone who is just actually internalizing these concepts abd I'm about to be 30 in like 2 weeks so can guarantee that I'm older than you. Bit yeah thank you for making this video it was very encouraging, informative and inspiring.
I have no problem with Nepo babies, until they start talking about how they actually "have to work twice as hard" and _insist_ that their connection have nothing or very little to do with their success. Other than that, life is what it is.
As someone who wants a career in theatre, especially from ca and not ny where all the opportunities are, it makes me feel like I'm worthless when there are kids half my age who have been on broadway, or people who have been training with professional programs in the city and have agents and all that, and while I'm taking every opportunity I can here, there just isn't nearly as much
@@amandamaryanna I don’t know if you ever watched felicity but for some reason no one is making content about that and there are SO many topics to unpack in that series that no black girls are talking about specifically around sexual violence, community, and family acceptance
$75,000-85,000/yr (multiplied by however many ppl+yourself that your money has to take care of) is enough to be considered stable & secure with emergency savings to protect you from dropping back down. In the U.S., at least. The more expensive places require the higher amount per person (85k). With rent going up, that's probably a lot of places right now. "Rich" would probably be that number (75-85k/person that money has to cover) plus enough money to keep a personal career or business going, plus enough to absorb any risks if the business fails so you still would have 75-85k/person even after it fails. Rich is being "set for life", where nothing short of some people •trying• to destroy your empire could knock you off your pedestal.
I think maybe you're also being a little too hard on yourself, You are one of the best creators within your genre, personally you're my favorite UA-cam essayist.. This was a great video And tbh all your videos are great
But this video does have a point..or multiple points: at least to me the points are : it's hey nepo babies are a thing and we need to acknowledge the systems of privilege and oppression, repression, and suppression and see them for what they are, but if youbare not a nepo baby and still want to make art on a grand scale, there is hope. And the Artist's way is a helpful book. Granted I'm only halfway through the video so take that with a few grains of salt.
Also yeah I am a youtuber. I really wanted to put aspiring in front of that but I'm trying to take the advice from 2 minutes ago, but yeah just wanted to comment to say: no need to worry, amd feel free to talk about whatever you want to talk about, however yeah I am your target audience for this topic so I guess the algorithm God's put me onto your video.
21 and i’m learning to draw after years of quitting. i really just need to remember some of the greatest works of art weren’t made until the artist was over 30 & even older. i’m not supposed to be amazing yet but it’s a hard internal battle that i’m fighting with daily 🥹🥹🥲
This took ypu longer to learn than anyone you know? Well allow me to introduce myself, someone who is just actually internalizing these concepts abd I'm about to be 30 in like 2 weeks so can guarantee that I'm older than you. Bit yeah thank you for making this video it was very encouraging, informative and inspiring.
It can be hard to be creative when you know that there are people out there that are more talented than you (whatever that means). I feel the most creative energy and actually get work created when I do my best to forget that other writers and creators exist. It helps remove the block that the taste gap creates for me
I’ve been planning on starting the artists way in the new year as it has been mentioned by so many creative people I subscribe to! (Plus the book club I’m in might be starting the year off with it so I’m excited to also read and be creative with others!)
When I was younger, I flipped out any time I had a creative block. At this point, if I'm creative I'll make something. If I'm not, then I don't worry.
So much of what you've said resonates with me. As someone who has dreams of being a full-time author, I find it hard to describe myself as a writer because, in my head, real writers are published and have some form of notoriety. This despite the fact that I've been writing since I was 8. (I'm now 24.) I feel a lot of pressure to make something of my youth whilst I still have it which is such a silly fear but one that refuses to yield. It can also be demoralising when you see celebrities get massive book deals even though they don't care for the art form and their books are probably ghostwritten. If not they're handheld throughout the entire process. I guess that's just the name of the game. Publishers need to make money and celebrities are a guaranteed ROI. It doesn't make it any less crushing. But I keep writing regardless because I love it and it's the only thing that brings me peace. I hope your wildest dreams come true, Amanda, and to everybody who reads this!
First off, congratulations!!! I graduated college this year in May and its so hard for me now to call myself anything because I feel since it isn't "seen" then I haven't made it to call myself the thing. Everyone keeps asking me when i'll do this and that and it's like I'm trying but with life, work, bills, and the comparison of how will i "make it" has been bothering me for months. I realized that even if only 10 or 100 ppl hear or see my work, its still work and I can still be the things that I am in the entertainment industry. I never thought of "Nepo" babies until this year because ppl keep talking about it. My only beef with the industry was them not letting us who don't have those connections get a chance to share our work and they just keep making shitty remakes and stuff that no one wants to see. I think i'll buy that book to felt my creative juices flowing again since the holidays are among us. Lovely video
Your videos relating to nepotism babies are always my favorite on the subject. So I’m always thrilled when you return to this well of a subject.
“only by going through a volume of work you will close the gap” is so, so important to remember. making progress is difficult and slow for a while, but so necessary to reach aspirations as an artist! very well put thank you for this video :)
The struggle to live up to one’s standards is so so difficult and I haven’t heard anyone else articulate it like this. Thank you for reminding me about the artists way. I really need to dust off my own copy!!
I saw a really fun musical on Broadway once called [Title of Show] about two dudes who write a musical about two dudes who write a musical. Very silly and meta, but in a great way. It had a song called "Die Vampire, Die" that was essentially about both the Censor and haters. About the internal and external factors that try to suck away your creative juices. Great show, love that song. I try to remember to sing it to myself when my own Censor gets me down.
Side note, the makers of [Title of Show] also had a UA-cam show called The Title of Show Show about their journey to Broadway. Old school UA-cam style, def a good watch.
Since I became disabled five years ago I've lost my ability to have creative ideas like I used to. I would sketch all the time, on the bus, on the subway. I doodled down my spontaneous ideas to be used for a later date.
Becoming disabled changed my creative ability. I have become technically much better at life drawing and perspective drawing. I still draw every day but not like I used to. that spontaneity is gone and I mourn for it
I am so sorry for you... I hope and pray that your creative aspirations do come to fruition.
This video couldn't have come at a more perfect time! I definitely struggle with having so many ideas and concepts for videos/creative projects, but get overwhelmed about how long it will take to do, how many people will see it, and if I'm even still interested in the idea by the time I start it. Matching my ambition with actual work is something I want to focus on more going forward, and doing so from a place of flexing my creative muscles and enjoying the process rather than worrying so much about the outcome.Thank you for the reminder Amanda!
this video came at the perfect time. the taste gap is the perfect way to describe how I feel when I make ANYTHING. having a word for it is so fucking helpful
Wow you are so special this really inspired me to get back into making things not thinking about it too much or overplanning. Thank you Amanda KEEP IT UP
The bit at the end about needing to create a certain volume to close the taste gap !! really puts it into perspective. Our instant gratification culture doesn’t really make space for this idea
Hope everyone here reaches their dreams!! Have a good day
this is such a lovely video! i'm an illustrator who's gonna graduate from art school in may and i resonate with a lot of what you are saying...i wish the best for you, your artistic practice, and your future!
i feel the same way, I feel like I wont be a real actor until im in something "big", even though I have tons of acting in smaller things, I always revert to calling myself an "aspiring actor"
This video was perfect, the advice feels like it was just meant for me! Starting out with a commentary channel has meant trying out something new and exciting, but realizing that it isn’t going to be something big and flashy that everyone will know so fast. In the world of content creation, starting out means being your own cheerleader, marketer, and more which can feel really awkward. I’m glad I still started out and excited to see where things go. Huge thanks on making this stellar content!
Thank You Amanda :')
I'm studing Biology in Mexico
And i'm feeling so stuck because doing "The Sciece" is a lot of pressure
I don't feel like i'm enough for the classes, for the homework, for the invistigation, it's like i can't have a future and drop it every day bye neglecting myself
But this video, just wow
I cry with a relieve feeling, because is so human that make breath again:')
Thank You, i'm still trying, for me with the inspiration of your content
The only way for creative talent is authenticity. As a thinker who writes [I did not consider myself a writer], I believe that I have excelled in certain areas, more related to analyzes on politics, society, behavior...
But, I would also like to write more reflectively and I have realized that my biggest problem has been denying my own way of being and thinking in a way that I think I should emulate and that I don't have.
Thank you so much for this video!! These were the uplifting words I needed to stop hesitating to start my own artistic journey. Great work as always ❤!!
This is the video I needed to see. Thank you for making this Amanda.I know you'll be a great inspiring film maker one day
Completely unrelated but YOUR HAIR IS SO PRETTY 😍
Can u plz tell me what products u use?
The taste gap section was very true wow! Put into words what I always feel! Loved the video!
I just found your channel and loved this video! I've been thru a burn out lately and this definitely helps a lot w that
Recently just finished Julia Cameron's the Artist Way and it was life-changing for me!
I think that it is useful to examine the world that you grew up in a describe that experience from your perspective. Instead of comparing it to someone else - think about what you liked what you wish you had, who your friends were. Who you wish you were friends with
regular people being artists is important for all of us - it's one of the few arenas where you have to do some amount of healthy human things in order to be successful in your work. most jobs, you're more successful the less you take care of yourself - often not true for using the brain creatively. good canaries in the coal mine for cultural quality of life conversations
definitely needed this video right now. thank you for this, Amanda! ❤️
One of the best pieces of advice that I have heard is to make your creative practice a habit. Don't wait for the muse. She may never show up or if she does, her visits may be so sporadic, it will take you 10X longer to complete your project, whatever that may be. Also, get used to saying no - no to hanging out, no to netflix binging or video games, no to two hours of social media scrolling....this is especially true if you have an unrelated (to your creativity) day job. Yes, you can be leisurely and have fun some of the time, but be conscious about it. Don't make it the norm and your own creative practice the exception.
Not me watching this now… I like how you scripted this video and the editing. Great video topic, Amanda!
As always thank you for your great video. The taste gap is actually a new concept to me and it makes so much sense. Maybe that's whar I needed to finally write a story and not just dream about writing a story!
this video was everything I needed to hear. thank you. now I have no excuse to put off starting my project!!! also the taste gap thing is soooo well worded thank you for that
this is exactly what I needed. thank you Amanda. and thank you for creating.
I have found, that there is alot of talented people that have very good potential in art. The problems is that there isnt enough demand for artists, for all those people to live from art. And because there is limited space, mostly just Nepo babies have success. I think every one who wants to be an artist has to hone their skills for two potential careers. One is artist the other is something avarage if that doesnt work out. But that is more difficult.
great video! good advice, can't wait to see how well you'll apply it 😉👍
I had no idea about the taste gap!! Thank you for this video - it was very helpful xx I love how you speak on issues that are bothering me, but I don't really understand the *why*
Really enjoyed this. Thank you!
they have to work to keep relevence, but they have the previlage to even get the job. If I was doing the work that I found forfilling (and well paid), I assure, complaing that i'm working wouldn't be a thing because in this case (unlike many cases) your hard work get paid and paid well while having a high economic network.
HOW DID YOU KNOW I NEEDED THIS!?
Have been searching for the non trust fundie/ non nepo baby guide to making a living from your art
your presence is so refreshing
Mmm the music in the background is very relaxing
Thank you for making this.
The memes at 0:25 omll 😂🥲😭😭🤞🏾we tryin tho we gon get there I swear ! 🎨🖌️🎭🖼️
I feel the nepo baby discourse is a bit hypocritical because I thought the point was to put your kids on so that they wouldn’t have to struggle? So that they could find a place for themselves so that they can make and do what they want in this world. Nepotism doesn’t exist only in Hollywood but also with almost every job from doctors to lawyers and small business owners to zoo keepers. People don’t want their kids to struggle like they did and I don’t blame them at all cause this adult life is hard. I’m new to your channel and love your vids so far
Thanks for this video!
Had to go back and check if I’m subscribed 😍. I am already 🥰
omg thanks for that 😭 i needed it so much!!
I really struggle with morning pages because I'm a night person. I can't really set aside the time because i struggle as it is to get up at a productive hour. Maybe I'll switch to night pages? I wanted to keep strictly to the book's advice, but I probably need to adapt a bit
This took ypu longer to learn than anyone you know? Well allow me to introduce myself, someone who is just actually internalizing these concepts abd I'm about to be 30 in like 2 weeks so can guarantee that I'm older than you. Bit yeah thank you for making this video it was very encouraging, informative and inspiring.
i love this!!! thank you for creating!!!
You've got the world in front of you, go for it.
I love your videos so much
yessssss artist’s way propagandaaaaa
This was such a fantastic video. I love all the points you made. Articulate as always
I have no problem with Nepo babies, until they start talking about how they actually "have to work twice as hard" and _insist_ that their connection have nothing or very little to do with their success. Other than that, life is what it is.
As someone who wants a career in theatre, especially from ca and not ny where all the opportunities are, it makes me feel like I'm worthless when there are kids half my age who have been on broadway, or people who have been training with professional programs in the city and have agents and all that, and while I'm taking every opportunity I can here, there just isn't nearly as much
I teach at an elite performing arts school called Interlochen. If you’re in high school and you’re talented, apply. It will change your life.
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okay lets talk about that camera tho !! the upgrade
MAKE A PATREON AND PUT THE LINK IN THE DESCRIPTION BOX
I will one of these days!! I just don't know what content to make for it haha
@@amandamaryanna I don’t know if you ever watched felicity but for some reason no one is making content about that and there are SO many topics to unpack in that series that no black girls are talking about specifically around sexual violence, community, and family acceptance
Felicity is a tv show about a girl who journals at NYU
Objectively what is being rich ? Like how much money a year does someone have to make to be considered “rich”.
I mean there is levels to it but because of the arbitrariness of the word the word can mean anything given the right context
$75,000-85,000/yr (multiplied by however many ppl+yourself that your money has to take care of) is enough to be considered stable & secure with emergency savings to protect you from dropping back down. In the U.S., at least. The more expensive places require the higher amount per person (85k). With rent going up, that's probably a lot of places right now.
"Rich" would probably be that number (75-85k/person that money has to cover) plus enough money to keep a personal career or business going, plus enough to absorb any risks if the business fails so you still would have 75-85k/person even after it fails.
Rich is being "set for life", where nothing short of some people •trying• to destroy your empire could knock you off your pedestal.
here for it!!!!
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cmon new backgroundddd
YES!!!!!!!, xONE THOUSAND
I really enjoyed the vid
I think maybe you're also being a little too hard on yourself,
You are one of the best creators within your genre, personally you're my favorite UA-cam essayist..
This was a great video
And tbh all your videos are great
But this video does have a point..or multiple points: at least to me the points are : it's hey nepo babies are a thing and we need to acknowledge the systems of privilege and oppression, repression, and suppression and see them for what they are, but if youbare not a nepo baby and still want to make art on a grand scale, there is hope. And the Artist's way is a helpful book. Granted I'm only halfway through the video so take that with a few grains of salt.
Also yeah I am a youtuber. I really wanted to put aspiring in front of that but I'm trying to take the advice from 2 minutes ago, but yeah just wanted to comment to say: no need to worry, amd feel free to talk about whatever you want to talk about, however yeah I am your target audience for this topic so I guess the algorithm God's put me onto your video.
First here! Well done, Amanda.
Another #amandamaryanna slay...
New color grading?
Hi Amanda!
My name is Vyctoria Brooks I was wondering if you are perhaps interested in acting or singing?
I'm eating chips I can't hear a single thing bestie
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What is a nepo
Nepotism
@@UdoADHD I know
21 and i’m learning to draw after years of quitting. i really just need to remember some of the greatest works of art weren’t made until the artist was over 30 & even older. i’m not supposed to be amazing yet but it’s a hard internal battle that i’m fighting with daily 🥹🥹🥲
anyways i loved hearing about the taste gap that really resonated with me and i find it motivating 💗
This took ypu longer to learn than anyone you know? Well allow me to introduce myself, someone who is just actually internalizing these concepts abd I'm about to be 30 in like 2 weeks so can guarantee that I'm older than you. Bit yeah thank you for making this video it was very encouraging, informative and inspiring.