How I found my art style doing only 1 thing

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  • @pawshire
    @pawshire  Рік тому +66

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    • @Olivia-bh7vs
      @Olivia-bh7vs Рік тому +5

      This was such a great video because it reminds me to keep it simple and what I am looking for is right under my nose! thank you for sharing, p.s I liked the light it made me feel like I was chatting with you in your living room. What you had so say was so valuable I didn’t even notice! 😊 instant subscribe, also love love your style ❤

    • @pearlvongpusanachai5942
      @pearlvongpusanachai5942 Рік тому

      Thank YOU for doing what you do!🎉

  • @beccascraps8141
    @beccascraps8141 Рік тому +158

    my problem is i'm so inspired by SO MANY THINGS. By the way, cats and women and flowers is such a cool combo!!!!

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому +45

      Would a video about ideas prioritisation be useful? 🤔

    • @miablee506
      @miablee506 Рік тому +12

      Maybe by drawing one of those many things you’re interested in each day, you’ll find you really like your outlining. Or maybe you really like a specific color scheme. Maybe certain character features commonly occur in your art. Etc!

    • @kbhasi
      @kbhasi Рік тому +2

      That reminds me of something I'm doing. There are so many artists and illustrators out there whose art styles I like that I started making a list of their names and/or social media usernames, that would then allow me to privately rank them based on how much I like their art style and how close it is to the art style I want to develop. I'm doing it on Milanote, where I would then create boards for each artist that would contain some information and examples of their works that I like.
      (Edit 2 months later: I later decided not only to privately rank them based on how much I like, love, or envy their art styles, but added a second rank for how much I like their visual development skills!)

    • @beccascraps8141
      @beccascraps8141 Рік тому +8

      @@pawshirecoming back to this video I have found my style, but for me it was the media that helped me find it. My real niche is zen tangle like designs with Posca markers! I’m opening up an Etsy shop this week!!

    • @taramackenzie6877
      @taramackenzie6877 Рік тому

      @@pawshireif you haven’t already, I vote yes! I just subscribed and am looking over your videos to see if you have 😊

  • @frances3254
    @frances3254 Рік тому +8

    Thank you so much! I have tried so many different ways to 'make art', books, workshops etc, feel inspired 'oh yes, this is it', then always losing interest and quitting, 'well, I just don't have it'. Your words inspire me. 87 and still 'looking'.

  • @headaweeks
    @headaweeks Рік тому +47

    This is great because most people say “draw or paint everyday” and that’s it..
    Using something you Love as the subject is the missing link! I’ll have to try this! Thank you for sharing! 👏😄

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому +2

      I'm glad this was helpful

  • @Leocalamb2
    @Leocalamb2 Рік тому +75

    Your "uninteresting" story really resonated with me. As a former graphic artist, who decided to go back to drawing & painting, I had a tough time finding my style. Even though I've had small success in selling art & getting commissions, my style is all over the place. I feel lost. Like nothing I put out there is truly me. After spending the past few days watching videos on this subject, I have to say, yours has really helped simplify & put things in perspective for me. Thank you so much! ❤

  • @bluewren65
    @bluewren65 Рік тому +28

    Your on camera presence is so engaging, just lovely. This is really great advice. I think it's not absolutely imperative that you work every single day, but a consistent practice and committing to that is definitely key. Draw what you love and you'll find yourself developing. Do what others want you to, or what you think they want you to do and you will fail both in your improvement and your joy.

  • @thehermitessandthedog2966
    @thehermitessandthedog2966 Рік тому +2

    you speak from my soul.. same here: graphic designer with lost motivation in the only thing i was good at, since I was a little kid. liked & subscribed

  • @nettie4750
    @nettie4750 Рік тому +3

    I love that you have identified your art style. I've noticed over the past 15 years that my art style changes. I just love making art that makes other people happy.

  • @rwolff01
    @rwolff01 Рік тому +14

    This, your story resonates a lot. I worked as a graphic designer too, and i needed to get back into drawing, which i always love.
    Working as a graphic designer, doing other ppl’s job orders and commissions actually eat at you artistically… by the end of a workday you are left with no creative brain juices for yourself. It came to a point i had to rediscover myself artistically again, and the road to that is art… the sketchbook is a mighty powerful tool.
    You gave great advice in your video. And your drawings are very good and pretty.

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому

      I feel you on this 💕💪

  • @merissacherie
    @merissacherie 9 місяців тому +2

    This is the most enlightening lesson I've encountered on finding your art style! Well done! It all makes sense. Thank you for this I've subscribed😻💗

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  9 місяців тому +1

      I'm glad to read that! ❤️ 💪

  • @pawshire
    @pawshire  Рік тому +33

    00:00 - Intro
    00:28 -What did I do to find my style?
    00:50 - The rule I followed
    01:40 - Why it works
    02:41 - How it worked for me
    05:32 - My style evolution
    05:55 - Useful tips
    07:48 - Outro

  • @sequinb7155
    @sequinb7155 10 місяців тому +1

    Thank you so much for sharing your insights.. very helpful.

  • @ingrid-c
    @ingrid-c Рік тому +3

    Your uninteresting story is my story. Word by word. Except that I’m still not drawing and thinking about how do I make illustration my one and only thing that gives me income. Still working as a graphic designer. The advice you give in this video might be the one thing that finally gets me started. It makes ALL the sense. Doing this allows one to find a pattern, that one thing that’s unique to you. Also, your cat drawings are divine ❤️… and hand gestures are a must for explanations LOL latinamerican here 🖐️

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому

      I just can't speak without moving my hands 😂 I hope you start drawing again soon!

  • @snoxander6333
    @snoxander6333 11 місяців тому +1

    Awesome sketch book 👏

  • @shresthitripathi1910
    @shresthitripathi1910 4 місяці тому +1

    This was really helpful, I'll be back to update when I've found my style. Thanks!

  • @jacquiewithers1763
    @jacquiewithers1763 Рік тому +1

    Thank you for the glimpses of your notebooks with your art. It's truly wonderful! 🎉❤

  • @noelroquevinluan7499
    @noelroquevinluan7499 Рік тому +9

    Love your drawing style so much! Very inspirational!❤

  • @mariakapatos9545
    @mariakapatos9545 Рік тому +2

    So happy I found your channel we think alike for the last month I have been drawing the same as you suggested finding my way, women cats and few other topics that interest me. I find it is a great way to also try to complete in 10mins certain drawings Challenge myself daily to do.
    Wishing you success with your channel, I am sure you will be very successful.❤

  • @411Sleepyhead
    @411Sleepyhead Рік тому +1

    Your story is the most important part... i feel the same now thanks for sharing

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому

      Thank you for coming by

  • @joyjesson6781
    @joyjesson6781 Рік тому +1

    That was the most truthful and useful information for the stuck artist…overwhelmed is my middle name 😊….thank you….I will take with me “Practice makes Progress” not practice makes perfect whichever never really believed or understood.
    Daily fun/practice here I come….🎉

  • @artistfromheart7
    @artistfromheart7 Рік тому +1

    This was actually worth it. I mean every word you said was quite correct and too the point. I think this the only thing I need to achieve my art style.

  • @kathleen7849
    @kathleen7849 Рік тому +2

    I'm glad you practiced because I love your style.

  • @anjou6497
    @anjou6497 Рік тому +1

    Your colour sketchbooks are stunning. You are a true artist ! 🧡🌱🧡🌿🩵🌱💚

  • @backpain4303
    @backpain4303 Рік тому +14

    Thank you soo much for sharing this! I’ve been having a hard time to get myself motivated to draw. Watching your video really inspired me to just do it for myself and have fun! Love your style, keep it up ❤❤

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому +1

      Thank you! You can do this 🦾

  • @juliacastilloart
    @juliacastilloart Рік тому +1

    This is a great video, I feel identified with you because I have experienced the same things. Thank you!

  • @lindamarsh6711
    @lindamarsh6711 Рік тому

    Thanks I needed everything you said. I was sitting here staring blankly at six taped off cards naked of pencil, pen, or paint. By the time you finished talking I had a bird I love staring back at me. I will try your method every day. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🇨🇦❤

  • @lisaoloughlin6476
    @lisaoloughlin6476 Рік тому +2

    Your work sort of reminds me of Matisse, the color, the pattern, the subject, very beautiful and soulful!!!❤❤❤

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому +1

      He's my favourite artist. I love Fauvist Artists in general, along with Naive Artists ^^

  • @ragasfake
    @ragasfake Рік тому +2

    charming girl is discussing topics that concern me. Perfect!

  • @sassia2382
    @sassia2382 Рік тому

    Beautiful pictures! I like your art style.

  • @yellej3314
    @yellej3314 Рік тому +1

    I’m a graphic designer trying to get back into the swing of making art, I thought I was the only one! Knew you were a designer once I seen the graphics on your video. You give me faith that I can do both!

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому

      You sure can 😁 I got back to illustrations because I wanted to have a space where I could create only what I wanted^^

  • @evelynwald9132
    @evelynwald9132 Рік тому

    As I’m picking up art again late in life I’ve encountered that same issue, finding my style. I have learned so much from people that I follow that I can mimic their style and it looks decent. However, it’s not really my work. When people compliment me, I always have to say I learned this drawing from someone one else and it’s not me. Don’t get me wrong, I like the drawing but figuring out how to express my own uniqueness has been a struggle for the various reasons you pointed out. I love your approach and I’m going to have to try that. It’s such a simple technique that gently forces you to focus on a few things and watching how you were able to see you find your style evolve overtime was very helpful plus inspiring. Thanks so much for sharing. ❤

  • @susanbollard1919
    @susanbollard1919 Рік тому

    Thankyou. I can relate to trying everything and not being good at anything 😊

  • @axe_to_grind
    @axe_to_grind Рік тому +1

    Thank you for this. I'm also a graphic designer that was a panting major back in college. I lost the "pulse" that I had when I was painting due to the length of time I have been a designer. Now, I'm trying to get back to making fine art and what I've been creating is shit. But I realized that if we take out self judgment, we also take out the paralyzing fear to make mistakes. It's important to be kind to yourself and to give yourself a break while breaking into this craft again. Thank you Pawshire! Excellent video tip!

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому

      I relate to this a lot. It was also really exhausting to "believe" that I needed to know it all! The decision to just focus on painting what made me happy was really a huge change for my journey. You can definitely get there too

  • @samplebien
    @samplebien Рік тому +1

    honestly one of the best suggestions I've heard, thanks

  • @kat_n
    @kat_n Рік тому +1

    This was very helpful! I have old sketchbooks from several years ago where I drew and painted different people, and when I look at them now I'm amazed at how good I was! Back then I drew several times a week. I haven't drawn for a few years now but I'm going to start again. Your art is beautiful 💖

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому +1

      I had a similar experience looking at my old drawings! Glad it was helpful 😊

  • @taramackenzie6877
    @taramackenzie6877 Рік тому +2

    Such pretty work you make! And I love this idea and tips, simple and solid. And it makes me realize I have been drawing the same things that I love over and over now for awhile, just for fun. So now I can look over those drawings for patterns and inspiration and (hopefully) can move forward a bit more with my own work. How fun, thank you!

  • @mmedeuxchevaux
    @mmedeuxchevaux Рік тому

    You are one of the most incredible artists I've ever seen. I can't tell you how much I love your work. I've been trying to find a style for 40 years. I have excellent taste in OTHER people's art, but no style of my own.

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому

      Oh, thank you so much for your kind words ☺️

  • @fi8292
    @fi8292 Рік тому +8

    Aaahh, I really love your drawings! And the way you pick and put the colors together to create such harmonious drawings! Looking at them, even the unfinished pieces on your sketchbook makes me feel happy and wanna pick up the pencil and paint and start drawing again! 💙💙

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому

      Yay! I hope you will! Please share your drawings on Instagram too!

  • @annavanesyan5769
    @annavanesyan5769 Рік тому +4

    Your story is just like mine. About graphic designer and everything. I started to draw consistently again in 2021. Love your sketchbook ❤ by the way. Good luck 😊

  • @sallymalnar4625
    @sallymalnar4625 Рік тому

    Wonderful, natural advice!

  • @mandohoney
    @mandohoney Рік тому

    You helped me finally get started after years of staring at my art supplies...Thank You❤

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому

      That's amazing! 💪💪💪💪

  • @maineiacts
    @maineiacts Рік тому

    Excellent , Helpful Advice/ Siggestions!! Thank You Much!!🤗🙋‍♀️💐

  • @Nevencilica
    @Nevencilica 3 місяці тому

    Thank you, this were the most useful tips I could find.
    Great idea to draw what we like till we find out our style, thank you once again this is sooo helpful 🙌

  • @langloisjulia
    @langloisjulia Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the great tips. Your art is wonderful ❤

  • @doodlingwithdawn9041
    @doodlingwithdawn9041 2 місяці тому

    I really liked this video and your honesty about starting to draw again. I can relate. I'm trying to draw again myself. And I really like your style. Keep up the good work

  • @jayanti2371
    @jayanti2371 Рік тому +1

    love your message, your story and your editing on this video. thank you -- wishing you the all the best with your channel.

  • @deborahgallo6730
    @deborahgallo6730 Рік тому

    You are so delightful. I have a similar problem, i love everything. However, after looking at my paintings and drawings, the human eye and mouth along with trees seemed to pop up all the time. This actually gives me an idea for my next work. So! Thank you lovely one, how sweet you are. Hugs from AUSTRALIA..
    Have subscribed.

  • @boyandbelugee
    @boyandbelugee Рік тому +2

    Love your art! Thank you for sharing your story.❤

  • @davidsumares2690
    @davidsumares2690 Рік тому

    I love what you had to say, very insightful and helpful.

  • @seekingthequestion
    @seekingthequestion Рік тому

    I really love this advice. I’m not an artist, my realm is movement. And I love it that the very same attitude to practice applies. Have a great day 🙏

  • @sayusayme7729
    @sayusayme7729 Рік тому

    Thank you 🖼️

  • @jeanradko5311
    @jeanradko5311 Рік тому +2

    Thanks for sharing your talents and insights. I can get down on myself for buying art supplies and waiting until I am "good enough" to use them. This inspired me to try and learn how I can get started.

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому +1

      I'm glad this video helped you 🤗 Buying art supplies or equipment can definitely give us an illusion of action, but at the end of the day, it's just motion, and I've totally been there ^^" Taking a small action everyday matters the most, and you can do this! 💪

  • @lgilbert1424
    @lgilbert1424 Рік тому

    This was absolutely the best advice I've come across since I started drawing. I'm enjoying the journey and trying to just go with it, which is a different mindset for me. Thank you! Your artwork is lovely.

  • @a.strongwoman3156
    @a.strongwoman3156 Рік тому +1

    Wasn't expecting to get SO much from this video. Thank you for sharing this, it's given me a real boost! ❤

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому

      Yeah! 💪💪💪💪

  • @nicolettefaddel3505
    @nicolettefaddel3505 Рік тому

    wonderful teaching of trusing your own style, and daring just to be, your own style...............thank you, much needed advice!!!!

  • @alanaUK
    @alanaUK 11 місяців тому

    Your story is interesting and gives a better understanding and background! You are funny and direct, informative, calm and inspiring to name a few in your video sharing. Great tips as well and I am glad you have found your way back to you through your art and talent. Love your (art) style❤

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  11 місяців тому

      I'm glad you found it useful! Thank you for your kind comment ❤️😊

  • @anneclark9508
    @anneclark9508 Рік тому

    Thank you. I think your direction will produce pleasing results. God bless you

  • @latishabrown2158
    @latishabrown2158 Рік тому

    Your work is beautiful and I'm glad you didn't give up when you struggled to come back to drawing for yourself. This was inspiring to watch & made me subscribe because I like the down-to-earth energy you present while delivering valuable information. THANK YOU!!!!🎉😊🎉

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому

      Thank you too ❤️🎉😊

  • @Reesispiecis
    @Reesispiecis Рік тому

    Omg! I love this! And your style Is sooo wonderful❤ YOU are so right on all of this-Don’t overcomplicate just do something everyday…I’ve been going through this too-I’m not as far along or structured with mine, I’m mostly keeping the idea in my body that I am a person who creates daily…because one day it will but it will be my art, not my job , that’s bringing me money and supporting me. Thank you!

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому +1

      🤘💪 You can definitely do it!

  • @evonb4543
    @evonb4543 Рік тому +3

    Great advice. Simple and straightforward. Honest and interesting.

  • @diegoinjapan
    @diegoinjapan Рік тому

    Very cool video. Thanks for sharing!

  • @gbdsn
    @gbdsn Рік тому +1

    Best video I've seen on this topic 👏

  • @indrakurniawansaputro13
    @indrakurniawansaputro13 Рік тому

    literaly I was overwhelm last night because of the same problem, I like to draw since my childhood but growing as a video-motion-graphic designer, but since I'm decided want to work as self employee as an artist I start to draw and selling it at market place, but I feel that I don't have identity. I felt confused and sad about that. Last night I force my self to keep drawing altho my brain and body not want to. But today after looking your video, it helps me not to compare, it is okay to make mistakes, and keep on practice. Thankyou very much :)

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому

      I can totally relate It was liberating to only focus on drawing what I truly loved. Hopefully it will help you too!

  • @ezshooter4180
    @ezshooter4180 Рік тому

    Wonderful. Great ideas. Thank you.

  • @twinkle-tara
    @twinkle-tara Рік тому

    I love your art style! Thank you for your advice!

  • @slavicastepanovic259
    @slavicastepanovic259 Рік тому

    Thank you❣️

  • @junimondin
    @junimondin Рік тому

    Thank you so much for sharing this Video ❤

  • @SimoneWhippArtist
    @SimoneWhippArtist Рік тому +2

    This makes so much sense! Thank you for providing the missing link. I think your work is original and beautiful!😊

  •  Рік тому

    That’s such a good tip - thank you! I’ll give it a go

  • @latercerapersonadelatrinid4204

    Than you. It help me a lot❤

  • @izabelakin4740
    @izabelakin4740 Рік тому

    Thank you❤

  • @isabelly-m8z
    @isabelly-m8z Рік тому

    Love that. This is all solid advice.

  • @fluidsings7870
    @fluidsings7870 Рік тому +1

    your art is gorgeous

  • @asjakomadina9265
    @asjakomadina9265 Рік тому +1

    Lovely advice! It really is that simple isn't it. I would add stepping away from your phone and find drawing references in books (online or physical) or old animation!

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому

      Yes, getting away from screens and closer to books was definitely helpful for me! Much less distraction and anxiety from feeling "not good enough"

    • @asjakomadina9265
      @asjakomadina9265 Рік тому

      Exactly!

  • @pearlvongpusanachai5942
    @pearlvongpusanachai5942 Рік тому

    Wow I’ve never been more inspired to start drawing (despite having no talent)! Thank you so much! SUBSCRIBED! (even before you talked about your ‘speech’) 😊

  • @wongrita3228
    @wongrita3228 Рік тому

    Amazing!❤❤❤

  • @leeannsutherland858
    @leeannsutherland858 Рік тому

    Yes you did find your style, Love it!!! Great tips, I will try your advice.

  • @womanandthesoul
    @womanandthesoul Рік тому

    I really resonate with your personality.... Thanks for sharing..

  • @WorldWideWebObserver
    @WorldWideWebObserver 9 місяців тому +1

    Your art is beautiful and inspiring! Thanks for the useful tips!💐

  • @kayeashton2818
    @kayeashton2818 Рік тому

    Great practical advice.

  • @kimcup5000
    @kimcup5000 Рік тому

    Thank you for this. And I love your work.

  • @BeckyPartridge1
    @BeckyPartridge1 9 місяців тому +1

    I don’t know how I haven’t found you before now, considering that I also love to paint and I am obsessed with cats! I absolutely LOVE your work ❤❤❤

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  9 місяців тому

      Welcome!!🌼😽

  • @kariarvisais8588
    @kariarvisais8588 Рік тому

    Thank you so much for being yourself here. You reminded me just how simple things we all used to do as little kids-doodling, coloring, drawing, were the natural seeds of creativity

    • @pawshire
      @pawshire  Рік тому +1

      Some things that should remain simple somehow become more complicated with age and… experience 😂

  • @janten6554
    @janten6554 Рік тому

    I can relate!!!

  • @normamenzies1372
    @normamenzies1372 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so much for this video! I’m on board with the daily exercise!!! Love your creativity & very delightful talent!

  • @fuzzydragons
    @fuzzydragons Рік тому

    your style is how you are drawing at this moment in time, and it changes as you draw and research art, people are too hung up on finding their style when they all ready have a style

  • @fatoomgierdien110
    @fatoomgierdien110 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing your experiences. 💐♥️‼️👌 Toom@CapeTown

  • @VedikaKannanDesigns
    @VedikaKannanDesigns Рік тому

    I really like this video. I do feel this exercise everyday would be very helpful to both gain creativity and find art style. I'm def trying this! Thanks for the video❤❤

  • @jennydstudio
    @jennydstudio 11 місяців тому

    I love your editing style and titles! *desperate justification* lolololol and your sketch books are beautiful!!

  • @OnlyOneName
    @OnlyOneName Рік тому

    Helpful advice. Thanks. Lovely work!

  • @HaNguyen-ht1fl
    @HaNguyen-ht1fl Рік тому

    Thank you.

  • @juliehilton1701
    @juliehilton1701 Рік тому

    Great tips thanks

  • @Believebeyond1
    @Believebeyond1 Рік тому

    Love your video and advice

  • @martakavaliauskaite4566
    @martakavaliauskaite4566 Рік тому

    Thank you amazing advice ❤

  • @kimranson4775
    @kimranson4775 Рік тому

    Thank you so much! This is exactly what I am getting ready to do right now. Trees are my thing as well as fruit. ❤

    • @Artcc2019
      @Artcc2019 Рік тому

      🎉 you have broken things down very well... I especially like the idea of trying what you love in different mediums

  • @cabbagebox
    @cabbagebox Рік тому

    Very helpful advice, thank you. I like your artwork.

  • @suzannedesylva3805
    @suzannedesylva3805 Рік тому

    This video is brilliant! Thank you so much.

  • @lisak7216
    @lisak7216 Рік тому

    Thanks!

  • @ayamostafa5919
    @ayamostafa5919 Рік тому

    Subscribed bec of this video ❤
    I found this video on my feed today and wasnt searching for art in any past time. Im glad YT brought this video to me.
    Your art is so beautiful and lovey. Its so authentic to see the rough art and sketches of artists from the begining of their art journey. The tips are so helpful and tge video graphics are neat and beautiful.
    Thank you for your effort and information ❤

  • @leyahruizdeloreto6420
    @leyahruizdeloreto6420 Рік тому

    Awesome advice