Just ordered your book! Can’t wait to read it! Love how you got all shy your leg started shaking when Klee was telling you how great you did! You two are so cute! I started painting 5 years ago, I have HUGE impostor syndrome at times because it was really fast and I am already in a gallery (member-run) and have been juried into some shows but it feels weird. I paint because I have to paint to give my head some quiet time. Doing the shows and gallery are fun but I don’t have that many sales, if at all, so they are more like “storage space” for my framed art right now. I’d love to sell more stuff so that I could at least break even with costs of supplies but I am not sure if my pricing is right, if my stuff is good and all that yadiyadiya doubts that you guys know about. So I paint. If nothing else my grandsons will have loads of art decorating their room! Lol!
One of my favorite things about being an artist--we get to pave our own roads! Blaze our own trails! Design work and projects for ourselves!! And in the meantime we stand on the shoulders of giants and have tons of people to go to for help and wisdom.
When you said "audible" I said "sold"!!! I love audible and super amazing if you don't live in an english speaking country😊. Rafi thank you for reminding me of this ancient truth; "follow your own path". We often fall for the cookie cutter stuff because due to whatever reason and background we're terrified to trust ourselfs. Thank you guys for being real and congratulations with the book😁!!! Edit; just bought the audiobook and downloaded it🤗🥳.
I appreciate that you two are so candid and allow us in behind the scenes of your creative endeavors. I love the book and love your perspective on things! Truly inspirational! I'm also grateful to be able to hear about your experience with creating the book, a task that could not have been easy. You are giving us all a truly realistic look at what it's like to be a full time artist while also giving us the encouragement to go for our dreams!
For years my dad always told me to work for myself. He worked for others for most of his life and, well, you can guess the kind of experiences he had. Anyway, as a teenager/young adult, the thought of working for myself seemed impossible. Too risky, too much responsibility, and no one else to blame if things went wrong. Now that my situation has changed and, more importantly, I have changed, I see those very reasons as the exact reasons to do it. With risk comes reward, with responsibility comes purpose, and by taking the blame when things go wrong I'm also taking the power to make changes, to try again, and to move forward on my terms.
Great video/Pod...one question I struggle with is "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?". My life (and art) have changed and diverted many times. I thought I was going down one path and then all of a sudden I'm in a different place. There is no way I could have planned where my life has taken me. So to 'plan' where this life takes me is a waste of my time. I laughed when my Mom said 'If God wants me standing on my head on a corner spitting nickels, that's where I'll be'. She's kinda right. ☺
I totally agree with you. I read many books and spent countless hours on marketing. I'm not going to say they were useless, I definitely used lots of that knowledge to market my art. Some payed off, some didn't, but it was all part of my journey. And my journey has been nothing short of unique! That's what makes art so hard, there isn't a right way. We all have different taste, responsibility, priorities and environment. I'm just glad to live in a time were we can listen to amazing people like you too and know we are not alone in this odyssey!!! Keep being awesome human beings and artists!!!! You rock ❤
Wow, I stumbled across this channel about a week ago... when I was panicking... and trying to find inspiration from other artists on UA-cam, about starting your own artistic career. I found one of your videos regarding blazing your own path, and I fell in love with this channel. And it's been really comforting to set in my studio and listen to you guys while I paint, so glad I found this community ❤
It's taking me a while to get to this point. I've been an artist all my life, I've had a side hustle all my life. I'm in my late forties and have just decided to be a full-time, self-employed artist and business woman. I guess my upside is that I have no delusions on what this journey will take. No it's time for me to dig even deeper and stays by insecurities and be the great artist that I am. Send
I love the time line journal, it definitely puts things into perspective. My dad usually keeps my records but I think I need to help him out with journal entries. I originally had another UA-cam Channel that I grew out of my dad helped me develop my Kolorful Kas name and we have been working at it for a year. Thanks for your insight... you're the best!
Great, thanks for this. I am stepping out of my comfort zone and working on creating my own stencils to create my own t-shirt designs. Got more learning to do with the computer, creating a design, putting it all together, making progress. I plan on airbrushing the shirts using the stencils for the design. And use my own photo's for the images. I might make shirts to sell, later when I am ready, for now just for me, when I get everything together.
Wow thanks for the motivation! I tend to stick my head in the sand when it comes to taking risks, however I’ll be changing that. I look forward to picking up your book.
I just thought of a nice quote to summerize that it's not a straight path up. No mountain is straight up there are still flats and valleys between to get over as well
When I was in university I majored in English Literature and had a minor in art. I love art history and had this course where I had to write papers. First the first time in my life i got a C! Why? The prof said the it was too well written so had to be plagiarized. I said I was an English major so writing was what I did. He refused to listen because in his mind "Artists are stupid." The only way I've seen artists make money on line if they are impatient is teaching. Teaching may take you away from the Muse because of the time involved. I find it ironic that artists make money teaching others to be artists and in the process sacrificing their own artistic dream.
I joined a discord of people who are well established in the stream art community my self sabatoge told me they only invited me to thier group because they accept everyone, but I later found out that wasnt true and they actually hand select people, I have been hoping in discord talking with them for hours but I feared rejection and never asked if they are my friend so last night I got scolded that of course they are my friends they wouldn't spend this much time with me other wise. It really isn't and is about my art journey when it comes to my art I can create whatever now with out fear but interacting with others still terrifies me and my dear I rejection stops me from reaching for opportunities I can actually get out kf fear of rejection and I didn't know I had it till last night
Hey, I'm still interested in the Hope Love painting behind you. Been looking on your site to see if it was listed for sale and still don't see it. Messaged you on your artist website. Please let me know if indeed for sale and how much. Thanks! Btw, you guys are so inspirational and have helped me in my own artistic endeavors, especially in pandemic. And, love your work!
Hey guys, I made my mom listen to your podcast while she was trapped in the car with me I'll have you know she insisted on listening the whole way home. I recruited one! I used the same Same method I'd used for My Favorite Murder: Don't try to explain, just force listen, and wait. (Ear rape seems like an...inappropriate term...yet also appropriate?) Raf has talked me off of a few career ledges by either esp or divine intervention...and doesn't know it....klee takes what i relate to w raf and kinda organizes it so it hits home. I really wish i had found y'all earlier. I trust y'all aren't lying to us, which is a big deal for me. Just wanted to tell you. Sorry for vomiting information into a book. (Hey a book! Ha!)
I know what/who you're talking about. I signed up with that guy and as I was watching his "free video" I immediately unsubscribed. After unsubbing I still got his newsletter, I went back to his website and unsubbed again (this went on for a while.) I finally had to private message his with a firm tone to finally get unsubbed. Oh boy, never again!
Just ordered your book! Can’t wait to read it! Love how you got all shy your leg started shaking when Klee was telling you how great you did! You two are so cute! I started painting 5 years ago, I have HUGE impostor syndrome at times because it was really fast and I am already in a gallery (member-run) and have been juried into some shows but it feels weird. I paint because I have to paint to give my head some quiet time. Doing the shows and gallery are fun but I don’t have that many sales, if at all, so they are more like “storage space” for my framed art right now. I’d love to sell more stuff so that I could at least break even with costs of supplies but I am not sure if my pricing is right, if my stuff is good and all that yadiyadiya doubts that you guys know about. So I paint. If nothing else my grandsons will have loads of art decorating their room! Lol!
One of my favorite things about being an artist--we get to pave our own roads! Blaze our own trails! Design work and projects for ourselves!! And in the meantime we stand on the shoulders of giants and have tons of people to go to for help and wisdom.
When you said "audible" I said "sold"!!! I love audible and super amazing if you don't live in an english speaking country😊. Rafi thank you for reminding me of this ancient truth; "follow your own path".
We often fall for the cookie cutter stuff because due to whatever reason and background we're terrified to trust ourselfs. Thank you guys for being real and congratulations with the book😁!!!
Edit; just bought the audiobook and downloaded it🤗🥳.
Rafi- "Stop waiting for permission." My brain- "CLICK"! - simple but true!
I appreciate that you two are so candid and allow us in behind the scenes of your creative endeavors. I love the book and love your perspective on things! Truly inspirational! I'm also grateful to be able to hear about your experience with creating the book, a task that could not have been easy. You are giving us all a truly realistic look at what it's like to be a full time artist while also giving us the encouragement to go for our dreams!
For years my dad always told me to work for myself. He worked for others for most of his life and, well, you can guess the kind of experiences he had. Anyway, as a teenager/young adult, the thought of working for myself seemed impossible. Too risky, too much responsibility, and no one else to blame if things went wrong. Now that my situation has changed and, more importantly, I have changed, I see those very reasons as the exact reasons to do it. With risk comes reward, with responsibility comes purpose, and by taking the blame when things go wrong I'm also taking the power to make changes, to try again, and to move forward on my terms.
Great video/Pod...one question I struggle with is "Where do you see yourself in 5 years?". My life (and art) have changed and diverted many times. I thought I was going down one path and then all of a sudden I'm in a different place. There is no way I could have planned where my life has taken me. So to 'plan' where this life takes me is a waste of my time. I laughed when my Mom said 'If God wants me standing on my head on a corner spitting nickels, that's where I'll be'. She's kinda right. ☺
Love the conversation! Thanku Rafi and klee
As always Fab advice, what did I ever do without you both in my life, you are a breath of fresh air X
I totally agree with you. I read many books and spent countless hours on marketing. I'm not going to say they were useless, I definitely used lots of that knowledge to market my art. Some payed off, some didn't, but it was all part of my journey. And my journey has been nothing short of unique! That's what makes art so hard, there isn't a right way. We all have different taste, responsibility, priorities and environment. I'm just glad to live in a time were we can listen to amazing people like you too and know we are not alone in this odyssey!!! Keep being awesome human beings and artists!!!! You rock ❤
'Blaze Your Own Trail'????? That sounds like a cool title. I love it, no matter what the title!! Thank you BOTH for being so inspiring!!!!
OMG, it is pure experience/gold from someone who have actually gone through that lifestyle. Seems like it was a struggle.
Wow, I stumbled across this channel about a week ago... when I was panicking... and trying to find inspiration from other artists on UA-cam, about starting your own artistic career. I found one of your videos regarding blazing your own path, and I fell in love with this channel. And it's been really comforting to set in my studio and listen to you guys while I paint, so glad I found this community ❤
This inspired my art painting today “ the road to the woods isn’t always straight “ wow love that one
It's taking me a while to get to this point. I've been an artist all my life, I've had a side hustle all my life. I'm in my late forties and have just decided to be a full-time, self-employed artist and business woman. I guess my upside is that I have no delusions on what this journey will take. No it's time for me to dig even deeper and stays by insecurities and be the great artist that I am. Send
I love the time line journal, it definitely puts things into perspective. My dad usually keeps my records but I think I need to help him out with journal entries. I originally had another UA-cam Channel that I grew out of my dad helped me develop my Kolorful Kas name and we have been working at it for a year. Thanks for your insight... you're the best!
Great, thanks for this. I am stepping out of my comfort zone and working on creating my own stencils to create my own t-shirt designs. Got more learning to do with the computer, creating a design, putting it all together, making progress. I plan on airbrushing the shirts using the stencils for the design. And use my own photo's for the images. I might make shirts to sell, later when I am ready, for now just for me, when I get everything together.
Wow thanks for the motivation! I tend to stick my head in the sand when it comes to taking risks, however I’ll be changing that. I look forward to picking up your book.
Sounds like a must have. On my list!!!
I just thought of a nice quote to summerize that it's not a straight path up. No mountain is straight up there are still flats and valleys between to get over as well
Well done.
Now I feel better about not knowing what I'm going to do. Cause... no one knows, only me. Kinda. I'm gonna figure this out along the way.
The artist path has the same level of chaos RCT3 and Extreme Metal music have, our journeys are all so different
When I was in university I majored in English Literature and had a minor in art. I love art history and had this course where I had to write papers. First the first time in my life i got a C! Why? The prof said the it was too well written so had to be plagiarized. I said I was an English major so writing was what I did. He refused to listen because in his mind "Artists are stupid."
The only way I've seen artists make money on line if they are impatient is teaching. Teaching may take you away from the Muse because of the time involved. I find it ironic that artists make money teaching others to be artists and in the process sacrificing their own artistic dream.
I joined a discord of people who are well established in the stream art community my self sabatoge told me they only invited me to thier group because they accept everyone, but I later found out that wasnt true and they actually hand select people, I have been hoping in discord talking with them for hours but I feared rejection and never asked if they are my friend so last night I got scolded that of course they are my friends they wouldn't spend this much time with me other wise. It really isn't and is about my art journey when it comes to my art I can create whatever now with out fear but interacting with others still terrifies me and my dear I rejection stops me from reaching for opportunities I can actually get out kf fear of rejection and I didn't know I had it till last night
Hey, I'm still interested in the Hope Love painting behind you. Been looking on your site to see if it was listed for sale and still don't see it. Messaged you on your artist website. Please let me know if indeed for sale and how much. Thanks!
Btw, you guys are so inspirational and have helped me in my own artistic endeavors, especially in pandemic. And, love your work!
@@Rafiandklee No problemo. I get that, too. Just emailed you back.
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Hey guys, I made my mom listen to your podcast while she was trapped in the car with me I'll have you know she insisted on listening the whole way home. I recruited one! I used the same Same method I'd used for My Favorite Murder: Don't try to explain, just force listen, and wait. (Ear rape seems like an...inappropriate term...yet also appropriate?)
Raf has talked me off of a few career ledges by either esp or divine intervention...and doesn't know it....klee takes what i relate to w raf and kinda organizes it so it hits home.
I really wish i had found y'all earlier. I trust y'all aren't lying to us, which is a big deal for me. Just wanted to tell you. Sorry for vomiting information into a book. (Hey a book! Ha!)
It’s funny that the adds on this video are prompting the proven way to sell your art on line and stop doing shows. Lol
I know what/who you're talking about. I signed up with that guy and as I was watching his "free video" I immediately unsubscribed. After unsubbing I still got his newsletter, I went back to his website and unsubbed again (this went on for a while.) I finally had to private message his with a firm tone to finally get unsubbed. Oh boy, never again!
Got that ad too! Lol!
A TORNADO didn't stop you? Yeah you got what it takes.