Your leatherwork is extraordinary No one else is doing what you do. Don't quit just take a break. Your unique artistic vision is awesome. It's okay being different.
I am over 50, and I still don't fit in. Don't get caught up with what people think and how you think life should be. I didn't fit in with my peers. I came to realize people are more concerned with their lives than yours. I invited a bunch of my high school friends to my wedding. Some came, but I was never invited to one of theirs. They took a trip to Canada, who wasn't asked to go? Me. We all got invited to a college party, they decided to take me back to my car so I wouldn't go. You have to be the mature one and go your own way. Don't worry about what other leather crafters think. Be cordial, but stay your course. I listen to opinions but don't care about negative peoples opinions. I was at a point in my life when I had to make a drastic change. I am glad i did and didn't listen to other people. Keep on keeping on. I also do leather work. Just not at your level of expertise.
I'm here because I'm trying to get into leatherwork because of people like you. You are great at what you do. I'm watching with tears welling in my eyes, listening to your story. I pray things get better for you.
Hi Bryan, I viewed your video when you posted it I couldn’t comment then as had to think about what you said, the response in the comments just shows how much you’re subscriber’s respect you and enjoy what you have taught us, stay strong we’re all here with you I think I can speak for everyone.
Man! I feel you! I often dont fit in a unique box and i quit multiple scene because it was going against my values. Continue like that your doing an amazing job at being an artist. You inspired me in going further in my crafting journey (hobby for myself mainly) instead of staying on the same comfortable spot
I use my leather work for my mental health. It forces me to slow down and focus. I have a similar social background as you, from the East Coast. I've learned that contrast is always best. I don't want to fit a narrative or label, and if I have to in order to be included, I'm fine walking away. I'd rather be around differing opinions and culture cause being around that contrast makes you better. Putting yourself in an echo chamber makes you lose sight of the bigger picture and ultimately yourself.
Spoken beautifully Yeah, I don’t really have an artistic escape lol I have to stay on track with deadlines and stuff like that but I do find time with the art that I do for a living to try and slow down embrace it Honestly, making videos with her it’s for a UA-cam or my social media is kind of my artistic escape now Although I have to “do them“ I really don’t have to be on any kind of deadline or make anybody happy with the Contant that I make
I was searching for your leathering blogs. I wanted to teach grand kids leathering. You dont realize that your art work is beautiful. The last four years have done so much to our kids, that this type of interest needs to come back. You would make a great leathering teacher in High School. Plenty of opportunities. I found your blog on Tandys and wantd to see more. Ty..
My brother, I feel all of this so hard, I’m in the same place. Fitting in isn’t what it’s cracked up to be. I’ve never fit in anywhere, def don’t in the Leathercraft community. People like you and me were meant to stand out and stand apart. We are artists, leather is secondary. Do what you gotta do. Much respect.
You my brother mean a whole lot to a bunch of people, never forget that. Mental health is very serious please make that your number one priority. I’ve worked mental health for over 18 years I know what affects it has on people and believe me it doesn’t discriminate. I’ll be praying for you. I’m also new to leatherwork and a new follower, I absolutely love your skulls and roses brother your skills are🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥. 👊🏾
Bro, in all seriousness, your style and creativity has been my biggest influence with leather crafting. The work is truly great, but what has influenced me the most is the idea and freedom of developing my own style. Seeing your work and understanding that that’s your style is soo fucking badass and motivating. It’s helped me not give two shits if someone doesn’t like the style I do my work. Over the past almost 2 years now I’ve really started to develop a style that is truly mine and I owe you great thanks for that motivation and influence brotha. In my opinion, in the world of art, there ain’t ever gonna be a norm. Those that think there is, are self indulgent ignorant scum bags. Fuck the haters! Your work is badass! Keep up the great things you do for all us that 😮don’t fit the “norm”.
I am a former business owner...sold businesses and went to work for the phone/data provider. It was my best move ever. Retired early and now mess around with leather, I make cool stuff and give it away. Go into the data field, make 6 figures, leave work at work and create in your free time. Do what pleases your brain... Just my humble opinion...
i just started watching your videos en enjoy them very much, and i mirror much of your struggles, (we are approximantly the same age) from not fitting in to other parts i still dont feel confortable admitting, and well started into leather craft just recently like a couple months at the most. in order to find something that relaxes me and eases me into calming down a bit. hope you find the help, and support you need. evetrhing is possible with caring people and love around you.
I hope you realize that your helping people just by doing what you do.Your just thinking to hard.Just relax and be you.People here are ok with it.You fit in just fine. Thank you for sharing
I’m good partner! I appreciate you! I cut out a lot of stuff that was hard for me to talk about which made me seem a lot more sad at the end haha We’re trucking😤 stay tuned for the next one!
Issues around mental health are so real! Thank you for sharing.... I will check out your creativity.... we all need a different perspective in every aspect of life. Thank you my friend.... From a fellow leather worker....
Oh man...i just came accross your video..just want to tell you, artists have their own unique vision hun.. thats what makes us unique. Do we fit in...umm, not usually 😊 im 58!! Still cranking outmy own visions ideas and a way of life that most people justsgake their collective heads at. Be YOU. Love YOU. YOU are your OWN BEST FRIEND😊 Carry on. Hope you have a good day, great month and amazing year
Square peg through a round hole son,im 53 I quit trying to be a round peg decade's ago,Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences,Your tougher than I and others
I’ve been doing this for 7 years. I’ve never fit in either but when I work in my shop, I fit in, I fit in with me and I’m what counts. I don’t use patterns, I just make what I want. Do what makes you happy. There’s no time to waste because no one is making more time for us to have! I think you are amazing. Hang in there and be yourself.
30 years ago I worked at doing stained glass work. Like any real craft it did not take long to learn that virtually no one wants to pay what the work is worth. Leather work, quilt making, stained glass and painting art, being an author seldom if ever pay any bills. Thanks for sharing your story. All of us carry some issues that make us who we are. Stay focused on your needs to express yourself through your creative drive. You are not here to satisfy others with what you can create. Your output should remain "your work." Just do you... you will be fine! When a stone cutter scratches out a statue he is alone in ways that few understand. If he makes money that is a blessing. With money or not it is something he has to do ... he has to let it out. You are not alone in the isolated life you work through. Stay strong. I draw, build things out of wood, write for a blog, create videos, burnish the edge of leather, and sing a song once in a while... for me there is something I have to let out. I am 77 and will die one day with plans, dreams and unfinished projects. Life is still an adventure... and I have always felt alone.
You’ve got to be you, you can’t be anyone else, so from one demon tortured misfit to another, be proud of who you are, what you’ve achieved, earned and overcome and F the people who want to try and pigeonhole you into fitting in their stereotype box or those that belittle you for not doing so - you weren’t meant to live in a box dude, a box is where you put people when they’re dead. You’re too vital and alive for that - squash those box stereotypes and carry on shining your own brand of creativity, whatever form that takes. Art is art my friend, in whatever form it takes. ✌️❤
While I do wear jeans, I very much focus more on blending the western style with macabre/occult/punk/rock. Having people appreciate the uniqueness of your art is key in driving us forward as individuals. I don't tend to find many that have similar stories and similar styles, but you're not alone and do fit in. The crowd you fit in just isn't as represented. We don't have many of us out there, so keep it up. You're not a leather crafter. You're an artist that uses leather as a medium (I just heard you say this as I was typing it). Being able to make wild art with function as well as form is why people don't feel you from the niche. You're out of their box. Boxes suck. Stack the boxes and create a leather mural to hang on them. Have a good week, friend.
While it may not hold much weight, I’d like to say that you definitely inspire me. As someone who’s struggled with mental health my whole life I’ve somewhat come to realize that nothing is WRONG with me. I’m not alone in what I’m going through and people have gone through it before. I’m also a loner who doesn’t fit in with a lot of people and that can be extremely lonely at times as I get really bad panic attacks around traveling and people now
Hey Dude.. You do you. No one defines who you are but you.. The Spanish/Mexican art you display represents our culture. People need to fit into you brother.. There is only one problem you’re missing.. You’re a leader amongst crafters in this trade.. mental health is the real deal. This is what I know.. Build relationships with purpose. God Bless my friend..
I thought I'd mention, I put up some videos on pinterest a while back that still gets active traffic. It maybe another outlet for your content. I understand there are a lot of places to post media right now but I just figured I'd mention it.
I subscribed because I wanna see what you come up with next. Crafting isn’t just art. There are things to think about… flaws in ourselves that we see just like in the little flaws in our art that we do our best to not show
Brother I’m smashing the fuck outta 2024 so far. I have some big announcements coming soon 😎 you heard it first. But we have a Tandy Collab happening 😤😤😤
I know the struggle and I'm a leather worker following my mom. I do a lot of what people want but I'll put people's ink on leather and it's their story. Don't beat yourself up because seems your finding what you want in life. I quit drugs and drinking years ago. But like you I was fully vested in that world and didn't see a good path with it.
You are amazing. Who cares if you fit in. You are exactly where you are meant to be, and God is the only person that matters. I'm sorry your childhood was so rough, but it has made you who you are. I think you would be surprised about who you've dealt with that have gone through the same dark times you've gone through. Thank you for always being you!! You are correct... lots of us care! Take some to decompress and be the artist you truly are.
Oh we’re coming out swinging haymakers in 2024 Janet 😤 I’m booked till march. I’m on the verge of giving myself a raise, I’m getting married in April, and buying a house in July. We’re smashing this year😤😁 Thanks for the kind words Janet!❤️
Hey bro. Your story is my story. Only difference is I’m from Arizona. Everyone has a underlying problem with me or doesn’t accept me but I try to stay the course. I also leather work but it’s minor. I am Chicano (your average foo) but I am smart and can speak intellectually but I barely passed high school and I used to hang with the rough crowd. I’m pushing 30 soon too. Don’t quit the what ever makes you whole. Whatever that is to you. We don’t have to fit in. Idk I’m just tryna reach out. Hit me up.
I'm 65. I am who I am because I don't fit in! I used to think I was a failure and I had failed my wife and my children. Then they threw me a birthday party for my 60 th birthday. Dude, people literally flew in from all points of the country for that party. People I hadn't seen in years. Everyone had something nice to say. The overwhelming thing people said was that I was an individual, a unique person, a true character! So that's my thing, I'm different! BTW,I started watching your channel because you're different! I'm never going to be rich making things out of leather but strangely enough, all my friends want me to make them something out of leather. As far as your mental health? Somebody said to me once when I was about your age, "nothing that happens today will matter in a hundred years. If anybody remembers you years from now, it's because you were a real person." Keep it real bro! Trust me when I tell you I've seen it all! It's ok to be a little selfish to. Make yourself something cool. Take a trip, buy a tool. You deserve it!
Dude I’ve listened to what you’re saying and I hear a lot of self negative talk and I mean this with genuine concern… I’ve been alone a lot because friends are fake and I hate to accept that most people suck. However I heard this quote, ( it takes nothing to be with the crowd and it takes everything to stand alone…) some of what you said, I relate to.
You owe nothing to anybody If you want to quit. We don't need to know anything about why you want to quit. If you want to quit then good go make a million dollars where ever you go. God be with you and stay sane. Recommend another leather worker we can support. Thanks
your and incredible artist and amazing influence for this industry. i so admire your talent and openness to share your struggles with mental health and other experiences while also giving your all in every single piece of art you let out of your studio. no one should have a say in what your profession is but you and i feel it’s so hard to get too that point without a feeling of what if. i absolutely appreciate every video or post you put out as it shares a craft said to be able to be done by any but no one’s willing to share how.
It's common for artists to not fit in! In fact most artists would claim the same thing. Artists are always going to be artists and to be an artist you have to just not give a crap about what group you do or don't fit into. You fit into a group of people that really appreciate your art, your work and your candor. Let that alone be the reason you get up in the morning. .
First Vid Why I am quitting ... I was ready for giving a lecture 3/4 way thru off went 2nd vid and after 6 vids and seeing your work I came across Leather Crafting Dying right in front of us and that really explained your video build up today. Your work should be the envy of many. You time and your work is to levels lots never make it to. The Grass always seems greener on the other side of the fence but the view is different once you are there. I did go back and finished the first video. Your feeling in this is part of human emotions, You are where you can make choices and I could go on. When I stated above your work should be the envy of many, I worded it that way because until today I had never seen your channel so I changed should be from the original of is. Wish you well!
I really understand and appreciate where you are coming from and what you've talked about I've been there. I know the feeling that you feel like you don't belong. I would honestly say just be you, do whatever it is that makes you happy. I found that having Jesus in my life has changed my perspective on a lot of things. I'm not trying to force anything on you, you have to make your own decisions. I will just say this I pray that you will find the right direction for you and try not to let yourself get to discouraged 😊
I'm still working at 68 going to retire this coming January and buy a motorcycle a bmw this time no Harley fuck dude I have no friends and I love my life i do leather for me and when you old you won't give a fuck about fitting in relax and control there are hundreds of people like me and you.godspeed lad
Dude,, I just found your channel and your work is blowing me away.. especially your skulls.. don't give up and quit.. take a step back and a deep breath.. maybe a break.. re think your approach.. I am a Vet.. and my mental health was music for dealing with my moments.. I just found out how much I LOVE working with leather.. I just started, and I'm 62.. We all have moments of doubt and question what we are doing.. Shit happens for a reason, ALWAYS... As a artist you get blank page syndrome a lot.. Happens to me with music.. Take a step back and think about what it is that's making you NOT want to do this anymore, and the why... and make sure it's the real reason.. and not just a I can't deal with it anymore because I'm in a shitty day mood. As to fitting.. WHO DOES? I don't.. I'm me,
You know what's funny? I've been a videographer/video editor for almost 20 years and I started leatherworking for the exact same reasons. I was tired of waking up and working a drone job that sucked all the passion out of me. And then I found leathercraft as an escape from the PC.
Thank you for being so fucking vulnerable, the world needs more of that. And I totally get where you’re coming from. I constantly have to try to “fit in” at my day job and leather has been my therapy. Your videos basically gave me a permission slip to be imperfect and break all the damn rules!! So it’s tough. You are an artist and a brilliant one at that. And in those moments when you feel a little (or a lot) crazy, just remember that we’re all a little mad here 😊
Hey man, it's interesting what you said. What you said was accurately describing my situation. But the difference between me and you is where we live, i live in a 3rd world country, isolated, hard to get out of, difficult to make money here. I'm new to leathercraft it's been a year since i started. I don't tool leather cause i'm bad with drawing. And btw i got a master's degree in geophysics, so theoretically i should have more chances to make money, but here i am no money, no friends, no past, no future.
So, i just subbed and i feel like i might be out of place for my opinion because most dont care. I hear alot of my past struggles and opinions in your testimony. I quit Tattooing, airbrushing and illustration and digital design and felt the same way( now i do my own thing with leather and it is my own niche, i dont really care about and think about what everyone else is doing because i only do what i want. If someone likes it cool. No one cares anyway so why wait for them. Put yourself first. If you want to go do a reboot just take a deep breath and shrug your shoulders dude. Whatever you decide is cool. It's not going to leave your history of who you are if you stop for a while. Art is art. Doesn't matter what medium you choose. Just one thing, you are not wrong. You seem like a chill guy. If your people make you feel like your wrong and dont fit in they are not your people. I walked away from everyone and everything as soon as i realized i was not getting any support and love. Not even my wife cares enough to encourage me in doing anything i dream. I dont care at all anymore. I can not make them see the truth or intent of my struggles and no one walked with me on my journey. I will never let anyone say shit to me anymore. One life one love. If they arent down then they cant be there when i get to where i told them I'd be going all those years ago. Be true to that and let your heart guide you. No matter, you are talented and worth alot more than any one's opinion. When your doing good most people will knock you down to feel better about themselves. Dont give them an audience. Take the power away. We are artists that use one of the worlds oldest mediums, if anything we need something new to grow. Most of leather working is redundant and tired. Im not doing what everyone else is just out of boredom. Let them talk.
Beautifully said man! I guess part of my deal is that I didn’t transition to one art to another. I came at it from a guy who worked in a saddle repair shop. So I started as a leather guy, I’ve been slowly transitioning back into being an artist and it wasn’t till like 6 years I realized that’s who I am and always will be I’m solid. This was just a video I wanted to post. We’re all good brother
The fact that you don’t fit in makes you and your work so unique! I come from the country world and it’s harrrdddd. #blacksheepgange Thanks for your videos and for your work. Best of luck to you!
Brother you do awesome art and seem a really cool and smart dude. You do fit in with the many who don't fit into the places we found ourselves. Do your things that make you happiest and ignore the conformity crowd. We have different cultures and personalities. A diamond really shines in a goats button. You're the diamond as long as you're happy.
Best of luck to you whatever you decide to pursue. Try and take the good things you learned and experienced with you, and try and leave as much as possible of the negative stuff behind. You will draw on your business experience in the future in ways you might not realize. May not seem so to you, but you are quite young and there will be plenty challenges and successes for you in the future. Buddhists embrace the idea that the past cannot hurt you. While I dont completely agree with this, you have demonstrated that you have learned from your past and adjusted. Many, many people cannot or will not go through that process. Just saying you have a lot of promise and capability. There are plenty of people that you definitely could fit in with, just because you are not around them now doesnt mean they dont exist. Just also pointing out that you fit in with 3.54K people to a degree that they subscribed to your channel.
Friend just came across your video. Just be you and do what you love. There is truly one person and no doctors can heal your soul except Jesus. I am not talking about social gatherings at a church but a walk with the Lord. Just you and him. He will give you rest. Have a Blessed Day Friend!
Hey mate ... just my 2 bob's worth ... We humans are creatures of habit & tend to accumulate lots of emotional baggage as we attempt to navigate life ... which brings about the need to de-clutter as a matter of periodic maintenance when it starts to feel heavy ... as always ... what do we keep & what do we get rid of ... obvious answer is getting rid of the stuff that is no longer relevant in our lives & or has become a burden ... some things are hard to let go of ... but a practical culling is needed in order to move forward ... simplicity is the key word ... being an individual is unique & requires no permit to fit in anywhere ... I've never thought of having a destination ... I've just always created my journey & where I end up is anyone's guess ... expectation is a dirty word in my books ... setting one's self up for a fall ... be kind to yourself & embrace the journey that lay ahead ... That aside ... you are a very talented & creative individual no matter what you turn your hand to ... Cheers mate ...
Good thing that fitting in with the leather crafting…”community”isn’t what pays your bills and doing stuff like they do it would be boring as hell. There are enough people carving the same ol old-man Sheridan flowers n crap. I was ready to take all my stamps off my bench n throw them in a drawer…or throw them away just out of frustration because I can’t draw to save my ass. I And it gets frustrating and I don’t do well with things that I don’t do well… I’m about as far at the other end of the “artist spectrum” from you as could be. I showed a friend of mine something I’d just finished up making one day and she called me an artist. I laughed at her and said no, I’m a lot of things, but artist isn’t one of them. She told me to shut up and to look at this piece she’s holding in her hand….she said, “look at it, this used to be the skin off a big ol dead cow…but it’s not that anymore….it’s beautiful…and you made it beautiful… out of a cow’s ass cheek. You’re an artist.” she says again. Well, you’re a cantaloupe… (nvm, shout out to Dennis Hopper and Christopher Walken). So I kind of started looking at things a little differently. But I was still frustrated and bored with carving that I don’t like and can’t do well. When I came across your channel, the departure from the same ol crap everybody does was enough to not give up on it. It reminds me of traditional tattoos. And tattoos are cool, unlike the same ol flowers and weird swirly things. So I haven’t given up yet. Thanks. And btw, feeling like you don’t fit in at 30 ain’t nothing…wait till you look up one day and realize that somehow you’re 50 already and you still don’t fit in, or know where your place in the universe is supposed to be… But it’s not that bad because you don’t really give a damn anymore when you’re 50. Lol!
There is a "void" in the middle of us all that cannot be filled with ANYTHING but what is meant to be there......God. People try to fill this hole with everything imaginable - cars, houses, hobbies, jobs, travel, sports, food, drugs, alcohol, pornography, politics, etc., etc., etc. Pick your poison. Really what we are all searching for is peace, joy and belonging. You know peace and joy are missing when thoughts of suicide enter into your mind. The reason people do this to themselves is because they are either unaware or unwilling to fill this void with what is supposed to be there. It is like trying to fit the round or square peg into a star shaped hole. Only the star shaped peg is meant to be there. Most everything we do on this earth is just that......earthly or worldly. The majority of the things we do on a day to day basis won't make us feel whole and happy until we find our purpose and direction. I would encourage you to explore the simple truths of the life of Christ and mimic Him. He is the ONLY source of peace and joy. When you feel like crap, go serve someone else. Works EVERY time. You will quickly find belonging. Give it a shot, what do you have to loose? Christ served EVERYONE. Not just His people......EVERYONE. Turns out his own people killed Him. He understands what it means to not belong. I struggle with bi-polar issues and thought it would be much easier if I were gone. Truth is, that's a lie. Sorry for the long winded sermon. I'm sure I will get blasted for it. If so.....I'm ok with it. There are a lot of people who struggle with the Truth.
Quit feeling sorry for youself, everyone has been through similar trials and tribulations. That's what makes you stronger and more appreciative, don't run from the success you're about to have!
Interesting, grew up in corona. Went to norco high school. Knew plenty of people that talked like “sup foo” the norco you talk about seems over exaggerated to me but nonetheless great video. Also Sean Strickland a corona guy 🤌🤌🤌. Also seen the black flag tattoo. You ever go to showcase theater?
Bro hear me out. I just came across ur video and unfortunately it was ur last video as a leathercrafter but it doesnt have to be. Im in no position to judge or handbout advice. But just humour my comment for the hell of it. Go premium. Dont work for pennies. Keep crafting but at YOUR PACE and COMFORT AND PEACE OF MIND. charge $1000 dollars for a tiny card holder and you will realize there are people who will still pay who care for and recognize real talent. Which you OBVIOUSLY have an abundance of. You're an artist. Treat urself like an artist and ur art....and others will do too.
You are a fantastic artist- taking a break may be what you need- art will call you back - maybe if you can find a way to do less “business “ and more art
You seem to be a very honest individual and very open. If you want peace in your life. It can only be found through Jesus Christ.. Philippians 4:6-7 NLT “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.”
Slightly off subject but maybe I came across somebody who actually knows. Would you happen to know any information about reclaiming leather off things like furniture. My idea is to cut the leather off these couches. I see out on the curb every single day in my area, clean it and buff it and resell it in square foot sheets...... I've been trying to find information on this and quite honestly it's not been very easy to find any good information on if that's a good idea or not..... I can see reasons it might not be. But in some cases you're talking like 1500 per couch for reselling that leather if it is indeed resellable and reusable. Some of it may not be. But some of it is. So what are your thoughts on trying to do something like that and if it's worth it at all? Keep in mind they're really is a leather couch every single day, many of them actually, but we'll just say one every single day on the side of the curb I have access to.
look man.. sneaking out behind the wash racks and burning a couple Js is choir boy stuff i can mention on a public platform lmfao maybe one day ill come clean about how big a dirt bag i was lmfaoooooooo
Thank you brotha. I know that’s true, and I don’t necessarily care what other people think. But the side eyes and the lack of respect is what bothers me. Maybe this video was me flipping them the bird and letting go of it all🤷♂️
Have you thought about using your craft to glorify Jesus? The things you are suffering from are things that we as people have been struggling with since the fall of man. I struggled with all these things too. Then Jesus came and turned my world upside down. I thought I could overcome these problems of the world by learning from people around the world who also have these problems. But the truth is 1john 5:5 Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God. I'll be praying for you.
You need to get some help, I will pray for you. The words you are saying are self-destructive. Be positive, give yourself a break, please, your mind is tricking you. Try saying it's a great day, I love people, different strokes for different folks. Give yourself and other people a break. The glass is half full not half empty.
Your leatherwork is extraordinary
No one else is doing what you do.
Don't quit just take a break.
Your unique artistic vision is awesome. It's okay being different.
thanks fam!
I am over 50, and I still don't fit in. Don't get caught up with what people think and how you think life should be. I didn't fit in with my peers. I came to realize people are more concerned with their lives than yours. I invited a bunch of my high school friends to my wedding. Some came, but I was never invited to one of theirs. They took a trip to Canada, who wasn't asked to go? Me. We all got invited to a college party, they decided to take me back to my car so I wouldn't go. You have to be the mature one and go your own way. Don't worry about what other leather crafters think. Be cordial, but stay your course. I listen to opinions but don't care about negative peoples opinions. I was at a point in my life when I had to make a drastic change. I am glad i did and didn't listen to other people. Keep on keeping on. I also do leather work. Just not at your level of expertise.
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I'm here because I'm trying to get into leatherwork because of people like you.
You are great at what you do. I'm watching with tears welling in my eyes, listening to your story.
I pray things get better for you.
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You are an artist.
As one of the Don’t Fit In’s, thanks for sharing.
I really appreciate your videos and am so glad you aren’t actually quitting.
Maybe we can make a community of don’t fit ins lol
Of corse I’m not. This is literally the only thing I’m good at lmao
I’m dying at the tooling bench 😤
Hi Bryan, I viewed your video when you posted it I couldn’t comment then as had to think about what you said, the response in the comments just shows how much you’re subscriber’s respect you and enjoy what you have taught us, stay strong we’re all here with you I think I can speak for everyone.
Willie bob. You are my favorite subscriber
You’re the fuckin man
Thanks brother
You told my story bro, I’ve been having doubts myself but after hearing this… I’m working twice as hard at my art now. I’m 53
You the man
Im 55 and I refuse to slow down until the miracle happens , keep your head up .
Man! I feel you! I often dont fit in a unique box and i quit multiple scene because it was going against my values. Continue like that your doing an amazing job at being an artist. You inspired me in going further in my crafting journey (hobby for myself mainly) instead of staying on the same comfortable spot
I appreciate the kind words❤️
I use my leather work for my mental health. It forces me to slow down and focus. I have a similar social background as you, from the East Coast. I've learned that contrast is always best. I don't want to fit a narrative or label, and if I have to in order to be included, I'm fine walking away. I'd rather be around differing opinions and culture cause being around that contrast makes you better. Putting yourself in an echo chamber makes you lose sight of the bigger picture and ultimately yourself.
Spoken beautifully
Yeah, I don’t really have an artistic escape lol I have to stay on track with deadlines and stuff like that but I do find time with the art that I do for a living to try and slow down embrace it
Honestly, making videos with her it’s for a UA-cam or my social media is kind of my artistic escape now
Although I have to “do them“ I really don’t have to be on any kind of deadline or make anybody happy with the Contant that I make
I was searching for your leathering blogs. I wanted to teach grand kids leathering. You dont realize that your art work is beautiful. The last four years have done so much to our kids, that this type of interest needs to come back. You would make a great leathering teacher in High School. Plenty of opportunities. I found your blog on Tandys and wantd to see more. Ty..
My brother, I feel all of this so hard, I’m in the same place. Fitting in isn’t what it’s cracked up to be. I’ve never fit in anywhere, def don’t in the Leathercraft community. People like you and me were meant to stand out and stand apart. We are artists, leather is secondary. Do what you gotta do. Much respect.
You rule!
You my brother mean a whole lot to a bunch of people, never forget that. Mental health is very serious please make that your number one priority. I’ve worked mental health for over 18 years I know what affects it has on people and believe me it doesn’t discriminate. I’ll be praying for you. I’m also new to leatherwork and a new follower, I absolutely love your skulls and roses brother your skills are🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥 🔥. 👊🏾
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Hate to see you quit, your work has been a big influence for my work, good luck brother
Brother. You gotta watch the video lol
Bro, in all seriousness, your style and creativity has been my biggest influence with leather crafting. The work is truly great, but what has influenced me the most is the idea and freedom of developing my own style. Seeing your work and understanding that that’s your style is soo fucking badass and motivating. It’s helped me not give two shits if someone doesn’t like the style I do my work. Over the past almost 2 years now I’ve really started to develop a style that is truly mine and I owe you great thanks for that motivation and influence brotha. In my opinion, in the world of art, there ain’t ever gonna be a norm. Those that think there is, are self indulgent ignorant scum bags. Fuck the haters! Your work is badass! Keep up the great things you do for all us that 😮don’t fit the “norm”.
You’re the man! I appreciate you✌️✌️✌️
I am a former business owner...sold businesses and went to work for the phone/data provider. It was my best move ever. Retired early and now mess around with leather, I make cool stuff and give it away. Go into the data field, make 6 figures, leave work at work and create in your free time. Do what pleases your brain... Just my humble opinion...
Making art and just being me is what oleases the brain✌️ we’re doing what we love now folks
i just started watching your videos en enjoy them very much, and i mirror much of your struggles, (we are approximantly the same age) from not fitting in to other parts i still dont feel confortable admitting, and well started into leather craft just recently like a couple months at the most. in order to find something that relaxes me and eases me into calming down a bit. hope you find the help, and support you need. evetrhing is possible with caring people and love around you.
I hope you realize that your helping people just by doing what you do.Your just thinking to hard.Just relax and be you.People here are ok with it.You fit in just fine.
Thank you for sharing
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Man I’ve enjoyed your videos I’m not a leather crafter either but I enjoy working with leather. Stay strong brother!
I’m good partner! I appreciate you!
I cut out a lot of stuff that was hard for me to talk about which made me seem a lot more sad at the end haha
We’re trucking😤 stay tuned for the next one!
No matter what you do I always got your back.
fortnite tonight?
Issues around mental health are so real! Thank you for sharing.... I will check out your creativity.... we all need a different perspective in every aspect of life. Thank you my friend.... From a fellow leather worker....
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You know what, be who you are. Don't over think it. Everything will just fall into place.
lets go
@@themaninblackleatherstudio never give up...!!
Oh man...i just came accross your video..just want to tell you, artists have their own unique vision hun.. thats what makes us unique. Do we fit in...umm, not usually 😊 im 58!! Still cranking outmy own visions ideas and a way of life that most people justsgake their collective heads at. Be YOU. Love YOU. YOU are your OWN BEST FRIEND😊 Carry on. Hope you have a good day, great month and amazing year
Square peg through a round hole son,im 53 I quit trying to be a round peg decade's ago,Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences,Your tougher than I and others
Man mike that was spoken like a true word surgeon
Thanks brotha
I’ve been doing this for 7 years. I’ve never fit in either but when I work in my shop, I fit in, I fit in with me and I’m what counts. I don’t use patterns, I just make what I want. Do what makes you happy. There’s no time to waste because no one is making more time for us to have! I think you are amazing. Hang in there and be yourself.
You know it✌️
30 years ago I worked at doing stained glass work. Like any real craft it did not take long to learn that virtually no one wants to pay what the work is worth. Leather work, quilt making, stained glass and painting art, being an author seldom if ever pay any bills. Thanks for sharing your story. All of us carry some issues that make us who we are. Stay focused on your needs to express yourself through your creative drive. You are not here to satisfy others with what you can create. Your output should remain "your work." Just do you... you will be fine! When a stone cutter scratches out a statue he is alone in ways that few understand. If he makes money that is a blessing. With money or not it is something he has to do ... he has to let it out. You are not alone in the isolated life you work through. Stay strong. I draw, build things out of wood, write for a blog, create videos, burnish the edge of leather, and sing a song once in a while... for me there is something I have to let out. I am 77 and will die one day with plans, dreams and unfinished projects. Life is still an adventure... and I have always felt alone.
You’re amazing!
You’ve got to be you, you can’t be anyone else, so from one demon tortured misfit to another, be proud of who you are, what you’ve achieved, earned and overcome and F the people who want to try and pigeonhole you into fitting in their stereotype box or those that belittle you for not doing so - you weren’t meant to live in a box dude, a box is where you put people when they’re dead. You’re too vital and alive for that - squash those box stereotypes and carry on shining your own brand of creativity, whatever form that takes. Art is art my friend, in whatever form it takes. ✌️❤
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While I do wear jeans, I very much focus more on blending the western style with macabre/occult/punk/rock. Having people appreciate the uniqueness of your art is key in driving us forward as individuals. I don't tend to find many that have similar stories and similar styles, but you're not alone and do fit in. The crowd you fit in just isn't as represented. We don't have many of us out there, so keep it up.
You're not a leather crafter. You're an artist that uses leather as a medium (I just heard you say this as I was typing it). Being able to make wild art with function as well as form is why people don't feel you from the niche. You're out of their box. Boxes suck. Stack the boxes and create a leather mural to hang on them. Have a good week, friend.
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While it may not hold much weight, I’d like to say that you definitely inspire me. As someone who’s struggled with mental health my whole life I’ve somewhat come to realize that nothing is WRONG with me. I’m not alone in what I’m going through and people have gone through it before. I’m also a loner who doesn’t fit in with a lot of people and that can be extremely lonely at times as I get really bad panic attacks around traveling and people now
Of corse! I’m going to stay the corse lol this video is just like cutting the tie
@@themaninblackleatherstudio well can’t wait to see what the future holds for you!
Hey Dude.. You do you. No one defines who you are but you.. The Spanish/Mexican art you display represents our culture. People need to fit into you brother.. There is only one problem you’re missing.. You’re a leader amongst crafters in this trade.. mental health is the real deal.
This is what I know.. Build relationships with purpose.
God Bless my friend..
Beautiful! Thank you brotha✌️
You are so talented, and I love to see your videos and art come up on my feeds. Thank you for sharing.
I thought I'd mention, I put up some videos on pinterest a while back that still gets active traffic. It maybe another outlet for your content. I understand there are a lot of places to post media right now but I just figured I'd mention it.
Thanks fam!
@@RaggedyMama I appreciate it! I’m putting more energy in less outlets😁✌️ ig, and UA-cam mainly.
Facebook and TikTok get whatever I do for ig
You have real artistic talent- I hope you’re able to find a way to continue and be happy.
We already found it✌️ I talked about it in the video
I subscribed because I wanna see what you come up with next. Crafting isn’t just art. There are things to think about… flaws in ourselves that we see just like in the little flaws in our art that we do our best to not show
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I still have your “ figure it out “ saying on my bench. You’ll figure it out and smash 2024.
Brother I’m smashing the fuck outta 2024 so far. I have some big announcements coming soon 😎 you heard it first. But we have a Tandy Collab happening 😤😤😤
I know the struggle and I'm a leather worker following my mom. I do a lot of what people want but I'll put people's ink on leather and it's their story. Don't beat yourself up because seems your finding what you want in life. I quit drugs and drinking years ago. But like you I was fully vested in that world and didn't see a good path with it.
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Absolutely stunning, I can’t imagine the work that goes into this! 🔥
It does!
You are amazing. Who cares if you fit in. You are exactly where you are meant to be, and God is the only person that matters. I'm sorry your childhood was so rough, but it has made you who you are. I think you would be surprised about who you've dealt with that have gone through the same dark times you've gone through. Thank you for always being you!! You are correct... lots of us care! Take some to decompress and be the artist you truly are.
Oh we’re coming out swinging haymakers in 2024 Janet 😤
I’m booked till march. I’m on the verge of giving myself a raise, I’m getting married in April, and buying a house in July.
We’re smashing this year😤😁
Thanks for the kind words Janet!❤️
Hey bro. Your story is my story. Only difference is I’m from Arizona. Everyone has a underlying problem with me or doesn’t accept me but I try to stay the course. I also leather work but it’s minor. I am Chicano (your average foo) but I am smart and can speak intellectually but I barely passed high school and I used to hang with the rough crowd. I’m pushing 30 soon too. Don’t quit the what ever makes you whole. Whatever that is to you. We don’t have to fit in. Idk I’m just tryna reach out. Hit me up.
Hell yeah foo. Thanks carnal
I’m doing good brotha! I just had to vent lol I’m smashing this year in the teeth already😤✌️
I'm 65. I am who I am because I don't fit in!
I used to think I was a failure and I had failed my wife and my children. Then they threw me a birthday party for my 60 th birthday. Dude, people literally flew in from all points of the country for that party. People I hadn't seen in years. Everyone had something nice to say. The overwhelming thing people said was that I was an individual, a unique person, a true character! So that's my thing, I'm different! BTW,I started watching your channel because you're different! I'm never going to be rich making things out of leather but strangely enough, all my friends want me to make them something out of leather. As far as your mental health? Somebody said to me once when I was about your age, "nothing that happens today will matter in a hundred years. If anybody remembers you years from now, it's because you were a real person."
Keep it real bro!
Trust me when I tell you
I've seen it all!
It's ok to be a little selfish to. Make yourself something cool. Take a trip, buy a tool. You deserve it!
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Dude I’ve listened to what you’re saying and I hear a lot of self negative talk and I mean this with genuine concern… I’ve been alone a lot because friends are fake and I hate to accept that most people suck. However I heard this quote, ( it takes nothing to be with the crowd and it takes everything to stand alone…) some of what you said, I relate to.
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We are all different embrace your differance as I have.enjoy your life were all a little crazy.living well is the best revenge
yes sir
You owe nothing to anybody If you want to quit. We don't need to know anything about why you want to quit. If you want to quit then good go make a million dollars where ever you go. God be with you and stay sane. Recommend another leather worker we can support. Thanks
Lol you gotta watch the video before you leave a comment😅
I watched the whole video I still feel the same thank you ...Do you make cell phone cases? @@themaninblackleatherstudio
your and incredible artist and amazing influence for this industry. i so admire your talent and openness to share your struggles with mental health and other experiences while also giving your all in every single piece of art you let out of your studio. no one should have a say in what your profession is but you and i feel it’s so hard to get too that point without a feeling of what if. i absolutely appreciate every video or post you put out as it shares a craft said to be able to be done by any but no one’s willing to share how.
Thanks Mimi! You’re the best fam😤
It's common for artists to not fit in! In fact most artists would claim the same thing. Artists are always going to be artists and to be an artist you have to just not give a crap about what group you do or don't fit into. You fit into a group of people that really appreciate your art, your work and your candor. Let that alone be the reason you get up in the morning. .
I try my best😅
I appreciate you typing this up❤️
First Vid Why I am quitting ... I was ready for giving a lecture 3/4 way thru off went 2nd vid and after 6 vids and seeing your work I came across Leather Crafting Dying right in front of us and that really explained your video build up today. Your work should be the envy of many. You time and your work is to levels lots never make it to. The Grass always seems greener on the other side of the fence but the view is different once you are there. I did go back and finished the first video. Your feeling in this is part of human emotions, You are where you can make choices and I could go on. When I stated above your work should be the envy of many, I worded it that way because until today I had never seen your channel so I changed should be from the original of is. Wish you well!
I really appreciate you taking time to type alll this!
We’re smashing 2024 already 😤😤😤
I really understand and appreciate where you are coming from and what you've talked about I've been there. I know the feeling that you feel like you don't belong. I would honestly say just be you, do whatever it is that makes you happy. I found that having Jesus in my life has changed my perspective on a lot of things. I'm not trying to force anything on you, you have to make your own decisions. I will just say this I pray that you will find the right direction for you and try not to let yourself get to discouraged 😊
I'm still working at 68 going to retire this coming January and buy a motorcycle a bmw this time no Harley fuck dude I have no friends and I love my life i do leather for me and when you old you won't give a fuck about fitting in relax and control there are hundreds of people like me and you.godspeed lad
i hear ya
Dude,, I just found your channel and your work is blowing me away.. especially your skulls.. don't give up and quit.. take a step back and a deep breath.. maybe a break.. re think your approach..
I am a Vet.. and my mental health was music for dealing with my moments..
I just found out how much I LOVE working with leather..
I just started, and I'm 62..
We all have moments of doubt and question what we are doing..
Shit happens for a reason, ALWAYS...
As a artist you get blank page syndrome a lot..
Happens to me with music..
Take a step back and think about what it is that's making you NOT want to do this anymore, and the why...
and make sure it's the real reason.. and not just a I can't deal with it anymore because I'm in a shitty day mood.
As to fitting.. WHO DOES?
I don't..
I'm me,
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You know what's funny? I've been a videographer/video editor for almost 20 years and I started leatherworking for the exact same reasons. I was tired of waking up and working a drone job that sucked all the passion out of me. And then I found leathercraft as an escape from the PC.
Hell yeah! Keep on the sigma grindset
Thank you for being so fucking vulnerable, the world needs more of that. And I totally get where you’re coming from. I constantly have to try to “fit in” at my day job and leather has been my therapy. Your videos basically gave me a permission slip to be imperfect and break all the damn rules!!
So it’s tough. You are an artist and a brilliant one at that. And in those moments when you feel a little (or a lot) crazy, just remember that we’re all a little mad here 😊
You’re the best!
Hey man, it's interesting what you said. What you said was accurately describing my situation. But the difference between me and you is where we live, i live in a 3rd world country, isolated, hard to get out of, difficult to make money here. I'm new to leathercraft it's been a year since i started. I don't tool leather cause i'm bad with drawing. And btw i got a master's degree in geophysics, so theoretically i should have more chances to make money, but here i am no money, no friends, no past, no future.
So, i just subbed and i feel like i might be out of place for my opinion because most dont care. I hear alot of my past struggles and opinions in your testimony. I quit Tattooing, airbrushing and illustration and digital design and felt the same way( now i do my own thing with leather and it is my own niche, i dont really care about and think about what everyone else is doing because i only do what i want. If someone likes it cool. No one cares anyway so why wait for them. Put yourself first. If you want to go do a reboot just take a deep breath and shrug your shoulders dude. Whatever you decide is cool. It's not going to leave your history of who you are if you stop for a while. Art is art. Doesn't matter what medium you choose. Just one thing, you are not wrong. You seem like a chill guy. If your people make you feel like your wrong and dont fit in they are not your people. I walked away from everyone and everything as soon as i realized i was not getting any support and love. Not even my wife cares enough to encourage me in doing anything i dream. I dont care at all anymore. I can not make them see the truth or intent of my struggles and no one walked with me on my journey. I will never let anyone say shit to me anymore. One life one love. If they arent down then they cant be there when i get to where i told them I'd be going all those years ago. Be true to that and let your heart guide you. No matter, you are talented and worth alot more than any one's opinion. When your doing good most people will knock you down to feel better about themselves. Dont give them an audience. Take the power away. We are artists that use one of the worlds oldest mediums, if anything we need something new to grow. Most of leather working is redundant and tired. Im not doing what everyone else is just out of boredom. Let them talk.
Beautifully said man!
I guess part of my deal is that I didn’t transition to one art to another. I came at it from a guy who worked in a saddle repair shop. So I started as a leather guy, I’ve been slowly transitioning back into being an artist and it wasn’t till like 6 years I realized that’s who I am and always will be
I’m solid. This was just a video I wanted to post. We’re all good brother
The fact that you don’t fit in makes you and your work so unique! I come from the country world and it’s harrrdddd. #blacksheepgange
Thanks for your videos and for your work. Best of luck to you!
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Brother you do awesome art and seem a really cool and smart dude. You do fit in with the many who don't fit into the places we found ourselves. Do your things that make you happiest and ignore the conformity crowd. We have different cultures and personalities.
A diamond really shines in a goats button. You're the diamond as long as you're happy.
Alright let’s start a club brother. Lol
I appreciate you! I try and be the voice for the outcasts
I’ll be praying for you.
Thanks big dog
Best of luck to you whatever you decide to pursue. Try and take the good things you learned and experienced with you, and try and leave as much as possible of the negative stuff behind. You will draw on your business experience in the future in ways you might not realize. May not seem so to you, but you are quite young and there will be plenty challenges and successes for you in the future. Buddhists embrace the idea that the past cannot hurt you. While I dont completely agree with this, you have demonstrated that you have learned from your past and adjusted. Many, many people cannot or will not go through that process. Just saying you have a lot of promise and capability. There are plenty of people that you definitely could fit in with, just because you are not around them now doesnt mean they dont exist.
Just also pointing out that you fit in with 3.54K people to a degree that they subscribed to your channel.
I appreciate you brotha! I’m not quitting. I’m just letting go of trying to fit in with the leather folks. I’m doing my thing now😤😤
Friend just came across your video. Just be you and do what you love. There is truly one person and no doctors can heal your soul except Jesus. I am not talking about social gatherings at a church but a walk with the Lord. Just you and him. He will give you rest. Have a Blessed Day Friend!
All I heard was you listing the reasons why you should stay in and keep doing it.
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Your work is inspiring to me
Thanks brotha!
Hey mate ... just my 2 bob's worth ...
We humans are creatures of habit & tend to accumulate lots of emotional baggage as we attempt to navigate life ... which brings about the need to de-clutter as a matter of periodic maintenance when it starts to feel heavy ... as always ... what do we keep & what do we get rid of ... obvious answer is getting rid of the stuff that is no longer relevant in our lives & or has become a burden ... some things are hard to let go of ... but a practical culling is needed in order to move forward ... simplicity is the key word ... being an individual is unique & requires no permit to fit in anywhere ... I've never thought of having a destination ... I've just always created my journey & where I end up is anyone's guess ... expectation is a dirty word in my books ... setting one's self up for a fall ... be kind to yourself & embrace the journey that lay ahead ...
That aside ... you are a very talented & creative individual no matter what you turn your hand to ...
Cheers mate ...
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Good thing that fitting in with the leather crafting…”community”isn’t what pays your bills and doing stuff like they do it would be boring as hell. There are enough people carving the same ol old-man Sheridan flowers n crap. I was ready to take all my stamps off my bench n throw them in a drawer…or throw them away just out of frustration because I can’t draw to save my ass. I And it gets frustrating and I don’t do well with things that I don’t do well… I’m about as far at the other end of the “artist spectrum” from you as could be. I showed a friend of mine something I’d just finished up making one day and she called me an artist. I laughed at her and said no, I’m a lot of things, but artist isn’t one of them. She told me to shut up and to look at this piece she’s holding in her hand….she said, “look at it, this used to be the skin off a big ol dead cow…but it’s not that anymore….it’s beautiful…and you made it beautiful… out of a cow’s ass cheek. You’re an artist.” she says again. Well, you’re a cantaloupe… (nvm, shout out to Dennis Hopper and Christopher Walken). So I kind of started looking at things a little differently. But I was still frustrated and bored with carving that I don’t like and can’t do well. When I came across your channel, the departure from the same ol crap everybody does was enough to not give up on it. It reminds me of traditional tattoos. And tattoos are cool, unlike the same ol flowers and weird swirly things. So I haven’t given up yet. Thanks.
And btw, feeling like you don’t fit in at 30 ain’t nothing…wait till you look up one day and realize that somehow you’re 50 already and you still don’t fit in, or know where your place in the universe is supposed to be… But it’s not that bad because you don’t really give a damn anymore when you’re 50. Lol!
wise words brotha. i put alot of weight on this type of stuff. im glad i figured it out now
Never worry if you dont fit in.
Panic when you do fit in, because your getting scammed/ manipulated
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"I wanna make a clickbait video title and shock people"
Mission accomplished
Looks like you accomplished your mission of advertising to the world that you are an arsehole.
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Leather game click bait king
There is a "void" in the middle of us all that cannot be filled with ANYTHING but what is meant to be there......God. People try to fill this hole with everything imaginable - cars, houses, hobbies, jobs, travel, sports, food, drugs, alcohol, pornography, politics, etc., etc., etc. Pick your poison. Really what we are all searching for is peace, joy and belonging. You know peace and joy are missing when thoughts of suicide enter into your mind. The reason people do this to themselves is because they are either unaware or unwilling to fill this void with what is supposed to be there. It is like trying to fit the round or square peg into a star shaped hole. Only the star shaped peg is meant to be there. Most everything we do on this earth is just that......earthly or worldly. The majority of the things we do on a day to day basis won't make us feel whole and happy until we find our purpose and direction. I would encourage you to explore the simple truths of the life of Christ and mimic Him. He is the ONLY source of peace and joy. When you feel like crap, go serve someone else. Works EVERY time. You will quickly find belonging. Give it a shot, what do you have to loose? Christ served EVERYONE. Not just His people......EVERYONE. Turns out his own people killed Him. He understands what it means to not belong. I struggle with bi-polar issues and thought it would be much easier if I were gone. Truth is, that's a lie. Sorry for the long winded sermon. I'm sure I will get blasted for it. If so.....I'm ok with it. There are a lot of people who struggle with the Truth.
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Quit feeling sorry for youself, everyone has been through similar trials and tribulations. That's what makes you stronger and more appreciative, don't run from the success you're about to have!
I don’t feel sorry for myself. I’m reflecting on my life and making a decision
Interesting, grew up in corona. Went to norco high school. Knew plenty of people that talked like “sup foo” the norco you talk about seems over exaggerated to me but nonetheless great video. Also Sean Strickland a corona guy 🤌🤌🤌. Also seen the black flag tattoo. You ever go to showcase theater?
I tell the story of Norco the way I grew up in it.
People who visit don’t fully get it
IE trash stand TF up!!! 😂😂😂
Bro hear me out. I just came across ur video and unfortunately it was ur last video as a leathercrafter but it doesnt have to be. Im in no position to judge or handbout advice. But just humour my comment for the hell of it. Go premium. Dont work for pennies. Keep crafting but at YOUR PACE and COMFORT AND PEACE OF MIND. charge $1000 dollars for a tiny card holder and you will realize there are people who will still pay who care for and recognize real talent. Which you OBVIOUSLY have an abundance of. You're an artist. Treat urself like an artist and ur art....and others will do too.
brother you goitta watch the whole thing lol im not done
That's a dope comment
What are you gonna do with your tooling?
Nvm I saw the rest of the video
@@jasonjean3485 hell yeah the actual full watch coming in clutch! Thank you for watching the whole thing 😂
You are a fantastic artist- taking a break may be what you need- art will call you back - maybe if you can find a way to do less “business “ and more art
I’m all good you guys lol I’m smashing 2024 pretty hard so far✌️
You seem to be a very honest individual and very open. If you want peace in your life. It can only be found through Jesus Christ..
Philippians 4:6-7 NLT
“Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus.”
Wow, holy crap dude. Are you going to be selling all of your tools?
Lol bro doesn’t watch the video and instantly goes into getting my tools
Slightly off subject but maybe I came across somebody who actually knows. Would you happen to know any information about reclaiming leather off things like furniture. My idea is to cut the leather off these couches. I see out on the curb every single day in my area, clean it and buff it and resell it in square foot sheets...... I've been trying to find information on this and quite honestly it's not been very easy to find any good information on if that's a good idea or not..... I can see reasons it might not be. But in some cases you're talking like 1500 per couch for reselling that leather if it is indeed resellable and reusable. Some of it may not be. But some of it is.
So what are your thoughts on trying to do something like that and if it's worth it at all? Keep in mind they're really is a leather couch every single day, many of them actually, but we'll just say one every single day on the side of the curb I have access to.
if it was a good idea, people would be doing it already
I think they call it choking….not washing, your chicken. …jus sayin.
look man.. sneaking out behind the wash racks and burning a couple Js is choir boy stuff i can mention on a public platform lmfao maybe one day ill come clean about how big a dirt bag i was lmfaoooooooo
Less you care what people think about you and be yourself, more free you are. God bless you now and in future.
Thank you brotha.
I know that’s true, and I don’t necessarily care what other people think. But the side eyes and the lack of respect is what bothers me.
Maybe this video was me flipping them the bird and letting go of it all🤷♂️
Bye
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If you are selling stuff, let me know.
Lol you gotta watch the video bro
Have you thought about using your craft to glorify Jesus? The things you are suffering from are things that we as people have been struggling with since the fall of man. I struggled with all these things too. Then Jesus came and turned my world upside down. I thought I could overcome these problems of the world by learning from people around the world who also have these problems. But the truth is 1john 5:5 Who is he that overcometh the world, but he that believeth that Jesus is the Son of God. I'll be praying for you.
I needed this❤️ not even about this video but about other stuff in my life❤️
What’s the big deal with fitting in, who the fuck cares…do your own thing brother and move on.
That’s literally what the video is about
im just starting bought my first piece of leather for 20$ let me have ur tools lmao jk but your health first bro
I’m all good fam lol I’m already smashing the new year
Really guy... you need to start teaching... only teaching - youth needs you
I’m teaching the real shit of trying to find success🤷♂️ it doesn’t matter if you can craft good or your talented. It’s all mental stuff🤷♂️
You need to get some help, I will pray for you. The words you are saying are self-destructive. Be positive, give yourself a break, please, your mind is tricking you. Try saying it's a great day, I love people, different strokes for different folks. Give yourself and other people a break. The glass is half full not half empty.
I appreciate you. I’m definitely not being negative. I’m talking about some dark thoughts and shedding them
Sounds like my life. Who cares get over it. You sound normal . What a pity party
Lol. And that’s why you haven’t processed your shit, and you leave shitty comments on UA-cam😂
You must be an awesome guy
Stop doing drugs dude!
im not doing drugs bud
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