"You have to find a good community with kind people" Adam PLEASE make a Discord channel, I feel like based on your audience it would be filled with very kind, helpful and considerate people! 😊❤
Agreed, I feel it's very hard to find a good community that's willing to understand that there are beginners and that they need proper feedback. Or that there are those in advanced stages that need proper feedback. If Adam made a discord channel I feel everyone would get responded to (my biggest issue is that I get ignored or lost in the flood of posts).
Story time: Networking is likely the most important part of becoming any kind of artist. I have seen individuals of relatively low skill level that is travelling between cities being part of shows, while I have sit here in my studio. They have been putting themselves out in the public for years while I kept waiting until I felt my art was good enough. This year that is changing. I am part of a gallery collaborative show in my town this month, and it was surreal to see people stop and look at my art. They will literally lean in and look at my brush strokes. Complete strangers! I had customers from my work come in to see the opening of the exhibition. I've connected with the city gallery last year and even the gallery director came to see the show. It was so surreal to even be a part of it. My pieces are hanging in a gallery. After all these years, I finally made the decision to just get out there, even though I feel those paintings are not nearly what I could've done. But they are hanging. In a gallery. In the public eye. I have created so many connections and new friendships among other artists and non-artists alike because of pushing myself out of my comfortable closed up studio. And I encourage all to do the same, whatever your creative path is. And I'm participating in 5 more shows this year with my artist group, and I am excited for the potential opportunities that may arise. Even if there may not be any, I am doing this. I have done this. I'm not waiting any longer. I am forcing myself to sit and be a problem solver and growing my skills as I create art for these shows because I have voluntarily put myself on a deadline, and I am accountable to create the artwork for these exhibitions. Accountability and deadlines are the greatest motivators.
And HOW did you "JUST go out there"?? What did you actually? Put a blanked on the street, put your artworks on it and sell them until you got discovered? Or did you run into a gallery and just asked??
@@minderleister9255 you need to research galleries and see what their mission statement is...what type of art they will display. If you have an opportunity to speak with the curator or director, then ask questions about what they are looking for. Most galleries display work that caters to a specific clientele. So try and find a gallery that would be willing to show your work and this could be a 1-2 year process. Many galleries book their shows that far in advance.
@@natalielvallee Thank you for this !!! I've been wanting to get my work in a gallery and did not know where to start or what to do at all... thank you to Natalie and FCTFA for this info and inspiration !!!
I've been having a similar experience lately. I've been partaking in drawing/art events and have connected and been seen by people that are established artists and artists of all shapes and sizes. It's pretty neat. Hope all is well!
Im 33 and have spent since getting back my first art critique at 12 from the Art Director at Marvel saving to go to Art School. Trying to save $55k plus to get to Kubert School or any school and not actually doing Art in the meantime. Ive been stuck since 17 working my ass off at dead end jobs bearly making ends meat and going nowhere. My last real completed piece of Art was from 2009. Breaks my heart how ive been “Waiting” For that “Right Moment” Lying to myself that when I do get that money its THEN that ill get to draw and create art day in day out. I have flittered away close to TWO decades of prime artistic development from not doing any at all waiting for the right moment. The moment is now. The 15mins after putting my kids to sleep before my routines before bed, that quick 15mins to pick up a pencil and draw. Its better that waiting for that right moment because honestly by the time I save that money ill be 90 yo and ready to be put in a box.
Keep at it man! I can understand the frustration of spinning wheels for a number of years.I pray for your journey and with this new mindset I'm sure you'll do well.
I just listened to your talk about how fear paralyzes creativity, and I'm sitting in my kitchen sobbing with the truth of it. My father died in 2006 of Alzheimer's. My relationship with him was complex, emotionally incestuous, and really destructive. He was in so much pain himself from not being loved enough, just like so many of us. But it manifested in him as someone who was critical and a black, bottomless pit of need. What did he need? Constant validation. Who did he need that from? For some reason, he chose me. It sucked the life out of me. As his Alzheimer's deepened, my painting slowed down more and more. A year after he died I shut my studio up and haven't painted since. It's probably obvious by now that my creativity is inextricably linked with my dad's critical voice, his expectation that I would, no, that I SHOULD be an artist, which I internalized. So, here I am in my kitchen, a sunny, chilly winter morning, sobbing and scrolling through UA-cam. Then I see the thumbnail for this video, with it's beacon of light shining through, and it feels like an offering, a welcome home. "Come in," it beckons. "You'll find the answers and hope you seek here." It's time for me to look at my dad and forgive. Not just in service to my painting, but for my growth as a human being. For my life. Your videos bring up so much feeling with their wisdom and kindness. Patience and compassion. An always loving truth. And that "I love you" at the end. Your videos do it an incredible service to your listeners. It offers the love and compassion we all crave in order to find the courage to create. Thank you.
Probably one of the most interesting moments of my art career was a few months ago, I was searching through some deviantart and found a particular artist on the site. They were not the greatest artists in the world, not even near the best, yet they were very popular on there anyways. I let myself get jealous and constantly asked, "Why are they so popular and I can't even get a comment, are you serious?" for the next couple of weeks. I couldn't figure it out, "they obviously haven't studied anatomy as much as I have" "they're way younger than me, how can I not be them?" "What makes them so great?". Then, a thought had crossed my mind that hadn't before. "They may not be the greatest, the most talented, the most studied, but they at least have the courage to come onto here and post art every single day and every single night and *that* is what is uncommon and impressive for this artist, not their talent." I still can't manage to feel good about my art, but hell if I'm going to try to keep posting, day in and day out, until I can *make* the perfect moment.
You know what this is, Adam? I just realized this. You're giving a sermon. An artistic one, but the presentation, the beautiful music, the soulful depth. I think that's the kind of spiritual resonance that a lot of us non-religious folk miss out on. And one more reason why I love being here for this. Thank you.
I'm getting superstitious that you're like a guardian angel to help my pathing. every time I come to a problem or feeling boom there's a video about it right there.
Beautiful talk as always. As someone who spent years in Germany and had to learn German, this experience has taught me that exposure is the best method of learning. You can spend as many years as you want reading books and listening to broadcasts in a certain language, but the only way you'll ever be able to speak that language is by being actively engage in a conversation with someone who speaks that language. As you said, the same concept applies to everything including art, you can learn all methods and theories of art, but if you never pick a medium and start actually practicing, you'll never do anything with that knowledge. From one of your international followers, have a nice day :)
I haven't been very exposed to your style of art I've heard you describe it as fantasy and surrealist. But I have to say that looking at the figures closely in your work, I don't think I've ever seen anything so expressive. There's such humanity in your work. There's hope, sadness, despair, and vulnerability. I absolutely adore your work. And the fact that you share who you are in such a loving way, and so generously, brings even more meaning to the figures in your paintings. You're one of the most positive forces on UA-cam, in my opinion. You've forced me to open my eyes to things I'd rather not see because they're so painful. But you've taught me that there's beauty in the pain. I think that's what your paintings might be about. At least they are to me. This is my second post on this one video. I think it's an indication of how powerfully you affect me, and what a positive influence you are in my life.
This is why I love listening to you channel Adam, I honestly wish I came across you channel earlier, if I heard some of these advices way back I think I would of made my jump earlier rather than waiting endlessly for the "perfect chance", I eventually made the jump but it was only after dropping waist deep into a dark place. After I made a conscious effort to connect with other artists and making that ( at the time) scary jump to go to public events, it shifted my perspective and gave me more courage to post my work publicly. These videos are great to listen to and as I mentioned to you before is actually one of the main reasons why I started my own channel! As always love your talks Adam and I look forward to the next one, im sure everyone who's subscribed is feeling the same.
I really find your words inspiring. I think sharing art is more about sharing that it is about art. It's easy to be a "critic" but I often found that some pieces that really resonated with me came from artists who still didn't mature, like you could feel in their linework that they were trying really hard to express something yet didn't really know how yet. On the contrary, there are people who make beautiful, polished that just fall flat to me. It's all about community and reciprocal inspiration.
This is the third video of yours in a row that I've watched where you've talked about the importance of reaching out, building a community, getting feed back and the like - I'm noticing a theme haha. Reaching out is probably going to be the hardest part in my personal process of finding success as an artist, I struggle with social anxiety quite a bit and honestly don't really know how to put myself out there or start contributing to more public conversations. Hearing you talk about why it's so important and the effects it will have both on an artistic and social level has been incredibly helpful, and is probably what's going to push me to do so. That being said, thank you for all you do, and I definitely agree with others that have said having a Discord for your channel would be awesome!
The last part about the beginner artist being brave to put themselves out there really reminded me of my first major commercial related commission. To summarize, there was this creator whom I drew fanart of often back then, I dmed this creator on twitter who announced an upcoming cover for a song I also liked and I offered to draw for project. And despite my nonexistent portfolio and clear amateur skills at art, they talked to their manager about it and I got the job! I could have waited for that perfect moment when my dream client would see my work and commission me, but instead I took my chances and it worked out! I can't believe I forgot I even did that crazy stunt, but I'll remind myself to be a bit more braver moving forward. Thank you Adam
Thanks Adam for making these type of videos! It really helped me as an artist to continue drawing through the pain and suffering and help expand my knowledge of how to be a better artist mindfully
Hello Adam, I just wish I can meet see you in person atleast once before the virus attacks me. I have met lots of mentors in real as well as in online but no one like you. You're something different. Like I m a curious learner and i get stressed with my works time and again but just hearing your talks heals me and makes things much more easier. Thank you so much for being there for us. We love you.
this hit me like a truck. Honestly I felt the same way for awhile and just now this year am I trying to reach out to more people, artists, and communities to break out of my comfort zone because I know I won't get anywhere not doing anything. My social skills are subpar and despite it all, I know I fear mistake and talking, even if I know I make mistakes and I post my artwork for everyone to see for critiques and I stutter when I speak. I'm so glad you made this video; it's inspirational for everyone who feels afraid to take that big step. Thank you so much!!
I CAN'T BELIEVE IT'S BEEN TWO YEARS SINCE THIS VIDEO DROPPED. I believe this was one of the first videos that acquainted me with Adam's channel. Insane how 2 years went by in a blink of an eye.
I always felt that my art isn't good enough and was afraid of showing them to anyone due to my lack of skills. As such, I have been practicing in private to improve my art fundamentals and studies. I finally overcame that fear and started posting my work online and then realized the response wasn't as bad as I imagined. I guess I'm my own worst critique but I should have done so earlier. Your words really hit me, Adam.
I'm 20 years old photography student from Poland. I don't deal with illustration much, but your videos are so universal and can be target to any art form. Your advice and life experience is so inspiring and helpful. Unfortunately, At the beginning of this year, my friend, photography teacher, and art guide passed away. It was such a hard time for me. your UA-cam videos reminds me of our long talks about photography, music, and art in general. You have a marvelous soothing voice that I can listen for hours. Thank you so much for your hard work!
I've been listening to you for a while now and I really enjoyed your content. It feels like therapy. This video in particular, made me cried buckets of tears. It is exactly my journey from being a nobody to (at least) a somebody in my own community. Being an introvert and originally from another field of work, putting my art out there was so hard and I kept waiting for the right time. It was a dear friend of mine who kept on urging me to be brave to be out there. Even if I had only 1 audience, it is still an audience. Last year, I reached the highest achievement level in my entire career (both previous ones and my current one) and this was all during lockdown. It wasn't what I had hoped for but it was something else that I had only dreamed off before. I'm a very new illustrator, less than 2yo old. Last year alone, I had 3 illustrations that won awards and was part of a few curated online art exhibition. I was even ranked both 1st and 2nd place as "Top 25 Most inspiring and inspirational artist" on CreativePool's list (full details in my Bio of my website -> www.iammaureenfletcher.com) Networking is so very important and something that was so scary and hard for me, became my stepping stone to better opportunities and development; both personally and career wise. Although compared to other bigger names, I'm still a nobody, but I am a somebody to my community. And I find myself, giving the same advice to artist who come to me for some words of encouragement. It feels motherly when I do that, but I like it and it makes me feel good to know that because of my bravery to not wait for the right moment, I'm able to help others and uplift others too. It's not only about creating art alone, it's also about giving people hope, encouragement and love. Because, our journey can be a little lonely sometimes and it feels nice to meet others who are willing to share a little part of our walk along the way. Thank you once again. I have to dry my eyes before my children see my crying face 😁
every time you put yourself out there, it's a swing at bat. do it over and over again and eventually you will hit something. not only that you will develop a thick skin against rejection, online negativity and a TON of opportunities you never even knew about will present themselves to you. most major bumps in my career, salary and opportunities, including my first junior environment artist job came about because i just started putting my work out there rather than waiting around preparing for perfection. Awesome video, your content is super good adam! thanks for sharing :)
Seeing you work on a piece longer than seems "right" gives me a lot of patience and hope for my own process. Its like you're always saying. The rhythm of an individual's workflow has to go at its own optimal tempo. Whether that takes longer than seems "right" is not the most important part. Thank you for working on this piece until its done to your satisfaction!
This is great. I usually listen to your videos Adam while going for a bike ride. I tend to wait till just around sun set and let the dark chase me home - it's like a tree lined trail so looks awesome and is vert quiet at that time. The clarity of your words and chill delivery is very complimentary to listening while getting some fresh air. Take care and all the best.
I can't thank you enough for all your art talks, they really help alot of people, that's an amazing thing to do, I always say true art is something that touches someone and makes a difference, so you sir are definitely a true artist in my eyes thank you 💕💜💕💜
@@vivvy_0 hummm... I would say something that is just made for money, trends and attention, art that's made for the wrong reason's but that's just my opinion of course
Adam, thank you sir from an artist over 50 who has made the mistakes you speak of; your insights and spirit are extremely appreciated!Awesome work by the way
Lovely talk! And you know this sort of thing only exists because like minds attract each other? You're at the heart of all this and honestly my only regret is similar to many, that I should've been exposed to you earlier. Learned a lot, and honestly I've been half a mind shutting off social media stuff to focus on getting better. So definitely the timing is amazing. Thank you Adam.
First of that painting is so awesome! Good point about that your family doesn’t understand artist problems, I often felt that it would be the case also. I was so afraid to share anything that I actually gave up for a couple of years. Now I’m getting back into it slowly but still I feel like I’m back a zero again.
This was good to listen to. I recently put together a portfolio of some work to get a junior graphic design job. My works good, I've worked for a number of people and businesses so I put my portfolio up online for some feedback. The people who I had respond were awful. They said things like "Your years away from being good enough for a job" to "Unless you work is as better then the stuff on artstation why would anyone employ you?" I think these people that responded were those types you were talking about that are still planning to break into the industry at 70.
While it may have been more fun to see a new painting, I really appreciated being there for the whole thing, and witnessing it's growth. It feels like watching a child grow up Edit: especially how there are now 2 different finalized paintings that share the same core, yet taken in 2 fairly different directions
I most definitely agree that much of the way we deal with situations is both hereditary, as well as environmental. I believe that the argument for nature vs nurture is a fallacy in and of itself. It is very clearly both. How an individual turns out in life is due to which way you happen to lean the most. If you were raised in a harsh environment, but were genetically innately reflective, you're more likely to be less critical of yourself than if you had a harsh upbringing, but lacked hereditary traits which would help you cope with such an upbringing, then you need more external assistance in dealing with personal issues. If I were to tell the story of my own upbringing, I think I could bring some to tears ... however, interestingly, it's a rare day when I find myself being self-critical. I can only conclude that life is random, even when we think we understand what makes one tick, randomness kicks in and makes us reevaluate such conclusions. Hmm ... I may have had a point in there somewhere ... lol
This is me. I've got very little design work that I'm proud of, and going into my fourth year as a design student, I haven't put together an actual portfolio. I'm afraid to be judged by my peers in my classes, by professional designers at portfolio reviews, and by potential employers at a job interviews. I've let myself think that this fear is valid and that no one will want my work and, in turn, that means they don't want me. I've never applied to a job in my field. I have three years of customer service experience and nothing in terms of product design. Continually telling myself "I can't" and telling myself that I have to do this or that before I can even think about going any further is humiliating because no one around me understands how much difficulty I'm having to just "make a portfolio" and "apply for internships." I am already extremely ashamed of how little I've progressed versus the time I've spent learning, and the older I get, the more I feel like I should just stop trying, and go get whatever job will take me.
I think there's nothing to regret in facing your fears and chasing your goals, but there's regret in allowing your fears to rob you of what you want to do. We're always our own worst critics, sometimes it's tricky to get that critical inner voice under control. I was (and sort of still am) in a similar place, I gave myself a year to improve and make an impressive portfolio (and, really, I was just buying myself time to carry on playing it safe and avoiding putting myself out there because I don't 'feel' good enough). The year's not up yet, but I've switched to focusing on my personal development and a different type of creative work entirely, since it turned out I have underlying emotional burdens I need to face that were contributing heavily to my resistance to making progress. So I don't know where I'm going yet, but I'm going somewhere. That time spent feeling stressed and down about my artistic abilities vs. everyone else's was horrible. I don't really have any magic knowledge or words to help you, just sympathy and the hope that you find the path through this that's right for you.
I'm really scared of connecting with other artists again, since I've been shunned because of my art so many times by my countries art scene and my clients wanting to bend my style to their ideas... I really hope I can overcome my barriers I have now, since I haven't drawn or illustrated anything in months, being burnt out and disillusioned. Thank you for your videos. They are so inspiring and beautiful to listen to and watch.
I was pursuing programming for game dev to be able to work on something I feel passionate about while having a guaranteed top pay cheque, but at the cost of my happiness because I don't really enjoy it all that much. Now, at 24 I've decided to come back to art and put everything I've got into becoming great while I work any job that allows me to do so in the meantime. These videos help me, a lot. Thank you
You have a similar case to me lol. I work as a Systems Engineer, and got baited to it for the "game developing" scenario, but really I don't enjoy programming too much even with the rush of time. What really I love from videogames are their art and stories, and like you, trying to learn art at my 24 years
Just started watching the video and I wanted to say that I never get bored of the illustration you're working on. I like seeing the built up until it's finished and if you want to redo it, I really appreciate you show us so we can see how one idea can change and evolve even after it was "done". Now I can go onto the rest of the video :)
Now that I've finished. I like it a lot! I feel a more cohesive feeling/story. And as for the message of the video. I am an introvert, antisocial and even a little bit mean, but one day I decided to talk to people, to share my interests, to try and enjoy people more. A few years have passed since and I've made friends that are way older than me, but I care for them and they care for me. One of them had a friend and he became my friend and both of them happen to have connections in the comic industry (which is my main interest), one of them being an author. Through and thanks to them, I have now been given the opportunity to publish two very short comics (one of them was my first comic) and even though it will be a small thing of little copies, it still matters and I know who I have to thank for this, one of them being myself from a few years, the one that decided to simply talk and share more about me with people. We need to remember what society is and how human it is for us to connect with others and yes, introverts are no exception.
Thank you for bringing that up. I've been away from any art communities for some time, and I haven't being motivated to practice or produce either. Luckily I have a neighbor that shares some of the same passions as me, and we can hopefully start to grow a small community together with some other friends and people around the town. Your videos always open my mind around new topics and help me question myself about the things I took for granted. Thank you for your content, it is truly top quality. Few channels on UA-cam have this kind of deep and meaningful content. Anyways, have a nice week. Take care. ;)
I'm finding your videos really encouraging and inspiring Adam, thanks for sharing your positivity, wish I came across your channel sooner! I've watched a handful of your videos now and you're often addressing issues I've struggled with. Thanks for all the advice and encouragement!
Hi, I'm new to your channel and only gotten acouple videos in. I just want to say that you're amazing and that I love listening to your videos as I make my art. Your advise is gold, thank you!
I'm probably going to still be waiting for a few more years, heh :/ This is like trying to fight impostor syndrome in some way...In my case it goes beyond the simple "I don't feel like I'm ready" mindset. I'm now able to produce some pieces that are "okayish", but I still don't have a good process: I feel like reinventing the wheel every single time, and every successful piece is done after several weeks of struggle and fail attempts (it sometimes feels like trying to give birth in pain). I would love to make a youtube channel as well at some point, but while you have a great community with almost no trolls, I am very worried that once I'll start posting videos I'll open a can full of worms. Even if I do something as simple as talking about my art journey, or movies and stories that inspire me, it will somewhat sound like I'm giving tips or advice, or that I'm pretending to be some sort of knowledgeable guru. Who am I to do any of that? Anybody could call me out, saying I'm a "nobody-knows-nothing", a fraud, etc...Some people are good a "faking it until they make it", but not me, and I'm not sure I can handle trolls. While I started joining a few groups here and there and networking a bit, I don't even dare posting videos of speed-paintings or of my work. I even remember being worried about opening an artstation account! It's almost like I'm waiting for some kind of validation before taking those first steps, like doing some professional work, or landing a job somewhere, even if it's at a small studio. And only then am I able to get out of my cave and expose myself to the public.
Your timing good sir... it is eerie lol. I have been struggling with this mentally since the start of my artistic journey. Through the years my openness towards my work has been increasing, i could remember a time where clicking on a video like this would hurt haha, now i can look back with fondness. Thank you Adam for allowing us into your corner of the internet!
time for b- *Video* eh, I can start now. XD Seriously though Every time I'm having a particular issue or feeling down you come out with these talks that say exactly what I need. Thank you
Hello Adam! Fantastic video. You probably shouldn't worry about painting the same painting, I'm sure a lot of people like myself clicked on this video mainly to hear your wisdom. I'm a self taught sculptor and I've watched almost every video you've made. I play your videos while I'm working, and I'm not always watching the video because I'm not a digital painter so I'm not here for that, but I can relate to the other stuff and I can say I've learned so much from you. I'm from a small town and I feel alone sometimes because I don't have any artist friends I can talk to who get me. So hearing you talk about these things is such a treat. I was hoping maybe I can get an advice from you. I want to work as a character artist in the gaming and collectibles industry, but firstly I need to transition from the traditional medium to digital. I believe I'm justified in thinking I'm not ready at this point. But I wanted to ask you do you ever come to a point when you feel ready? And how did you overcome your fear of not feeling good enough if you ever had that? Maybe you've addressed this before I'm not sure but anyways thank you for doing this and for being real. I think you're a hell of a guy. Appreciate ya man!
I'm 33, and I've one gallery show, and I have not progressed much since then. Depression and anxiety are two big stumbling blocks that keep hindering me. I just can't get any ideas most days and on other days I feel like I don't want to exist. How do you create when the world is what it is right now?
I stopped thinking about the world and the pressure it brings. I'm 30 years old "starting" out with art. Not a completely beginner but beginner with the professional aspects. Enjoy your work, love it and don't give two shits about pressure and stuff like that. Can't even tell you how many people don't support me with what i do but there are always those that do. 30 + is nothing. Just enjoy it, work on it and you will succeed. Just do it man.
Im not quite sure about the term getting tired of seeing the same paint being painted Adam, because Im not, as long as its not an old footage. As much as you enjoying your work, I found my self learning a lot from seeing professional paint, there are always new things that pop up even though its the same painting.
Oh well good! I was actually I spited to repaint It by Boro’s repainting if his orphanage piece - I appreciated it rather than be annoyed, so I thought I’d forward his good example
Thanks for the video Adam - I like to listen to you - I appreciate your calm and caring speech. On the subject of the video itself, I appreciate hearing the detail about having a library of content for people to feel is a value to follow, as well as the importance of the SOCIAL rites of passage, not just skill levels. I'm trying to improve both those things - a full amount of content and interacting more with communities.
I've been contemplating this topic if I should become more social with my art now or later once I get better and have more content. But now that I have listened to you now I am sure that I have to over come my fears and reach out now instead of planning all time. I really need to hear this for sure.
Hola Adam, me anime a comentar este video porque dijiste que sabias algo de español y basicamente queria agradecerte, llegue a tu canal hace poco pero desde el primer video que vi me encanto el contenido que generas, no hay muchos artistas que se tomen el tiempo de compartir experiencias y de dar consejos para ser mejores artistas y personas. Trato de entender todo lo que dices pero aun estoy aprendiendo ingles :`) , sin embargo creo que entinedo la mayor parte. De verdad muchas gracias, he entendido mucho de la vida del artista y gracias a tus videos me doy cuenta de que todos tenemos las mismas inseguridades y miedos y creo que gracias a ti me enfrentare a mis miedos y me superare sabiendo que no estoy solo y espero que cuando algun dia sea tan experimentado como tu tenga la oportunidad de compartir mi conocimiento y ayudar a muchos como tu lo has hecho. Saludos de Colombia :)
Socially, I'm not very skilled so I stick to my artist skills rather than networking. While I know that this IS indeed important I can't get myself to really work on it… It's extremely frustrating and the community I'm in isn't really interested on helping each other. Those artist work on their own stuff and usually only support those they're close with. Me not knowing them that well it's kinda hard to really get a footing there so I just work away on my stuff and whatever. But thanks for the video. Maybe one day I'll make it.
Absoultely loved the video!! I'm glad I started to put out my art before I listened to the doubt in my head. Has anybody found the interview Adam was talking about?
Thank you very much for your stories. Your stile of storytelling someway reminds me one of my favorite novelists Erich Maria Remark. You are both speeking about important things, and you do it wisely. But also you do it very simple and understandable way. Even though i am alredy thinking about similar things, however sometimes it is substential to hear about it from stranger person to begin make a steps in right direction. Sorry for my english, i am just a beginer.
i love you so much you and your inspirational videos! i feel so attached to what u say! thank you so much!! keep on! Even you have lovely voice and great choice of soundtrack :D
Hearing you talk about needing a community made me think of Hebrews 10 : 24, and 25 "not forsaking our meeting together, as some have the custom, but encouraging one another" I personally am trying to learn to draw to create my own comics, so I may never delve fully into painting. But I am thankful to be able to learn from painters and other artists aside from those strictly in the comic book industry. Often they have a deeper understanding of art as a whole, as well as the wisdom to use that understanding. I certainly know I need to keep trying and put myself out their, this video felt oddly targeted directly at me... Unless that is just my insomnia making me think that.
Excellent correlation with Hebrews! I'm also a comic artist (though I do digitally paint, too)! I think you're totally right - getting input from other creatives and artists, not just in your set area is very valid and helpful. Just because creating, in general, is hard, so getting input from anyone who is an artist can be helpful and encouraging.
I had a colleague who was teaching me sign language, cause she was deaf and I wanted to communicate with her. I sucked at it, and still do, but I think she appreciated my desire.
I'm in a point where I'm not sure if I want art to be my career even if it's my passion and a big part of me that I need to do in order to feel complete. But.... your words are so inspiring that I would like to give it a second try. Also: Hola! Lo bueno de internet es que puedo practicar mi Inglés pero solo de manera escrita, supongo que en el momento en que intente hablarlo me pasará lo mismo c': thanks for every word 💖
I've never got the beginner artists when they say they are not good enough. I say to them: "yo, this feeling will never leave you. You just have to learn how to deal with it". Veteran or beginner, we all feel awkward about our art. The only difference is that we become more shameless with experience. But that feeling? It's still there, but it's under control. Well, sorta XD
That may be a stupid question but how do you even reach out to communities? I’m afraid of reaching out but at the same time I have no idea where to start. Do I write them a message? Who are “them”?
This, I wan't to know this aswell! Are we talking real life communities or online? There is a comment down below about a discord or some sort of community for Adams followers - that could be an answer who them are? I don't know.. I am too socially awkward for these things.. I think!
Tails Warrior Thanks man, I have been suffering for depression for so long, art is helping me out of it. I have a good amount of need to belong. Didn’t mean to downtalk myself. :(
That commentary on having to find a community really hit me. This has been my problem since I was a child. And I feel it's one of the reasons I feel paralyzed - I can't start properly and I don't know what I'm supposed to be doing. Do you have any advice to find my tribe if I live in an environment where no one around me is an artist or relates to the things that are important to us?
The community section hit me hard, especially the part of joining toxic ones. Made the mistake in my late teens of joining an animation community, hoping that they would help me to improve my skills. A bunch of young artists too. Started out fine, but eventually all they did was tell me how terrible I was over and over to the point it really broke me down. Most critique consisted of, "why would you even draw like that", "I can't help you, it's just really bad", "if you can't figure out why your work is bad just google it"(with no specification on what I was supposed to google), "you should be better than this, this is just awful", etc, etc. Pretty much, "we give honest critique, we're just telling it like it is", mentality. And I listened to all of it, cause I just assumed, well these people know what they're talking about. They were pros, experts, they knew what they were doing. If they're saying I'm bad, then I had to listen and can't cherry pick only the critique I like. However, the constant beat down just made me more and more depressed. I got to the point having anxiety attacks related to my skills in art. I knew whatever I put down would just be called terrible no matter what I did. There was never any positive critique. As a result I pretty much slowed down animating and drawing entirely. I still do it, but not at the same output as it was before the fact. I guess fear of judgement for not being good enough just took over.
i'm a filmmaker and i'm making a script right now (i'm almost done and probably will upload it on my youtube channel in the near future). i've been in touch with producers for the past 2 months now and they said to me that i just have to make a script and we will see how and where it will lead us. it is exciting and i can't wait to work with people who are passionate about filmmaking.
Wow Adam two things! I'd love to know what kind of dark art community are you in, because I have that taste/style. Second one I'd love to practice Spanish with you man, I'm from Spain and I¡m practicing english now. Charming video as always, it resonates with me because I'm so much perfectionist that if it was for me, I've never get good enough to be an artist. Cheers man!
this painting actually inspired a new creation for me... thanks for the inspo... let me know if u need to see it before i post. i am unfamiliar with cross over media works.
you are right about younger youtuber artists. A lot of them are not the greatest kind of people and it bothers me considering they have the widest reach and the largest audiences.
It's like in spiderverse
"How do I know when I'll become good enough?"
"You won't. It's a leap of faith"
I need that on a poster. Good quote.
Great film. Great quote
Epic reference. Respect ✌
ah dang you quoted my favorite movie line, take this like
"You have to find a good community with kind people"
Adam PLEASE make a Discord channel, I feel like based on your audience it would be filled with very kind, helpful and considerate people! 😊❤
Discord channel would be great idea!
couldnt agree more.. we need discord community
Yes, yes, yes!
There is a server called Pixulpeeps that is similar, it was actually made quite recently by some people in the lucidpixul community! discord.gg/fmWRSX
Agreed, I feel it's very hard to find a good community that's willing to understand that there are beginners and that they need proper feedback. Or that there are those in advanced stages that need proper feedback. If Adam made a discord channel I feel everyone would get responded to (my biggest issue is that I get ignored or lost in the flood of posts).
Story time:
Networking is likely the most important part of becoming any kind of artist. I have seen individuals of relatively low skill level that is travelling between cities being part of shows, while I have sit here in my studio. They have been putting themselves out in the public for years while I kept waiting until I felt my art was good enough. This year that is changing.
I am part of a gallery collaborative show in my town this month, and it was surreal to see people stop and look at my art. They will literally lean in and look at my brush strokes. Complete strangers!
I had customers from my work come in to see the opening of the exhibition. I've connected with the city gallery last year and even the gallery director came to see the show. It was so surreal to even be a part of it. My pieces are hanging in a gallery. After all these years, I finally made the decision to just get out there, even though I feel those paintings are not nearly what I could've done. But they are hanging. In a gallery. In the public eye.
I have created so many connections and new friendships among other artists and non-artists alike because of pushing myself out of my comfortable closed up studio. And I encourage all to do the same, whatever your creative path is.
And I'm participating in 5 more shows this year with my artist group, and I am excited for the potential opportunities that may arise. Even if there may not be any, I am doing this. I have done this. I'm not waiting any longer. I am forcing myself to sit and be a problem solver and growing my skills as I create art for these shows because I have voluntarily put myself on a deadline, and I am accountable to create the artwork for these exhibitions. Accountability and deadlines are the greatest motivators.
And HOW did you "JUST go out there"?? What did you actually? Put a blanked on the street, put your artworks on it and sell them until you got discovered? Or did you run into a gallery and just asked??
@@minderleister9255 you need to research galleries and see what their mission statement is...what type of art they will display. If you have an opportunity to speak with the curator or director, then ask questions about what they are looking for. Most galleries display work that caters to a specific clientele. So try and find a gallery that would be willing to show your work and this could be a 1-2 year process. Many galleries book their shows that far in advance.
@@natalielvallee Thank you for this !!! I've been wanting to get my work in a gallery and did not know where to start or what to do at all... thank you to Natalie and FCTFA for this info and inspiration !!!
@@Rosalith you are very welcome! 🙏😊
I've been having a similar experience lately. I've been partaking in drawing/art events and have connected and been seen by people that are established artists and artists of all shapes and sizes. It's pretty neat. Hope all is well!
Im 33 and have spent since getting back my first art critique at 12 from the Art Director at Marvel saving to go to Art School. Trying to save $55k plus to get to Kubert School or any school and not actually doing Art in the meantime. Ive been stuck since 17 working my ass off at dead end jobs bearly making ends meat and going nowhere. My last real completed piece of Art was from 2009. Breaks my heart how ive been “Waiting”
For that “Right Moment”
Lying to myself that when I do get that money its THEN that ill get to draw and create art day in day out. I have flittered away close to TWO decades of prime artistic development from not doing any at all waiting for the right moment. The moment is now. The 15mins after putting my kids to sleep before my routines before bed, that quick 15mins to pick up a pencil and draw. Its better that waiting for that right moment because honestly by the time I save that money ill be 90 yo and ready to be put in a box.
Thats the spirit, I wish you good fortune in your artistic journey I know you will create amazing works :D
Keep at it man! I can understand the frustration of spinning wheels for a number of years.I pray for your journey and with this new mindset I'm sure you'll do well.
You're lucky you have kids.You're still young. Do what you can and count every day as a blessing.
I’m going through the same thing, trying to get of the routine loop is hard but we can do it.
DUDE!! that hits so close to home, thx for share it
I just listened to your talk about how fear paralyzes creativity, and I'm sitting in my kitchen sobbing with the truth of it. My father died in 2006 of Alzheimer's. My relationship with him was complex, emotionally incestuous, and really destructive. He was in so much pain himself from not being loved enough, just like so many of us. But it manifested in him as someone who was critical and a black, bottomless pit of need. What did he need? Constant validation. Who did he need that from? For some reason, he chose me. It sucked the life out of me. As his Alzheimer's deepened, my painting slowed down more and more. A year after he died I shut my studio up and haven't painted since. It's probably obvious by now that my creativity is inextricably linked with my dad's critical voice, his expectation that I would, no, that I SHOULD be an artist, which I internalized. So, here I am in my kitchen, a sunny, chilly winter morning, sobbing and scrolling through UA-cam. Then I see the thumbnail for this video, with it's beacon of light shining through, and it feels like an offering, a welcome home. "Come in," it beckons. "You'll find the answers and hope you seek here."
It's time for me to look at my dad and forgive. Not just in service to my painting, but for my growth as a human being. For my life.
Your videos bring up so much feeling with their wisdom and kindness. Patience and compassion. An always loving truth. And that "I love you" at the end. Your videos do it an incredible service to your listeners. It offers the love and compassion we all crave in order to find the courage to create. Thank you.
Probably one of the most interesting moments of my art career was a few months ago, I was searching through some deviantart and found a particular artist on the site. They were not the greatest artists in the world, not even near the best, yet they were very popular on there anyways. I let myself get jealous and constantly asked, "Why are they so popular and I can't even get a comment, are you serious?" for the next couple of weeks. I couldn't figure it out, "they obviously haven't studied anatomy as much as I have" "they're way younger than me, how can I not be them?" "What makes them so great?". Then, a thought had crossed my mind that hadn't before. "They may not be the greatest, the most talented, the most studied, but they at least have the courage to come onto here and post art every single day and every single night and *that* is what is uncommon and impressive for this artist, not their talent." I still can't manage to feel good about my art, but hell if I'm going to try to keep posting, day in and day out, until I can *make* the perfect moment.
Some Guy thats some character development right there mate.
This is something I’ve also realized too.
why dont we get a discord or a place for a community of followers for Adam. Your words inspire us all and bring us together.
Yo that's a great idea
day is an awesome idea
When a discord for Adam's subscribers gets made please someone post the link here.
I’m new to the channel. Was the discord ever created? I’d love to join
No one is brave enough to make that discord it seems...
You know what this is, Adam? I just realized this. You're giving a sermon. An artistic one, but the presentation, the beautiful music, the soulful depth. I think that's the kind of spiritual resonance that a lot of us non-religious folk miss out on. And one more reason why I love being here for this. Thank you.
Beautifully put.
I'm getting superstitious that you're like a guardian angel to help my pathing. every time I come to a problem or feeling boom there's a video about it right there.
I feel the same!
I felt somthing similar as well
Beautiful talk as always. As someone who spent years in Germany and had to learn German, this experience has taught me that exposure is the best method of learning. You can spend as many years as you want reading books and listening to broadcasts in a certain language, but the only way you'll ever be able to speak that language is by being actively engage in a conversation with someone who speaks that language. As you said, the same concept applies to everything including art, you can learn all methods and theories of art, but if you never pick a medium and start actually practicing, you'll never do anything with that knowledge. From one of your international followers, have a nice day :)
I haven't been very exposed to your style of art I've heard you describe it as fantasy and surrealist. But I have to say that looking at the figures closely in your work, I don't think I've ever seen anything so expressive. There's such humanity in your work. There's hope, sadness, despair, and vulnerability. I absolutely adore your work. And the fact that you share who you are in such a loving way, and so generously, brings even more meaning to the figures in your paintings. You're one of the most positive forces on UA-cam, in my opinion. You've forced me to open my eyes to things I'd rather not see because they're so painful. But you've taught me that there's beauty in the pain. I think that's what your paintings might be about. At least they are to me. This is my second post on this one video. I think it's an indication of how powerfully you affect me, and what a positive influence you are in my life.
It's impossible to thank you enough for how much you guide all of us in our life, Adam. Thank you for being an angel.
This is why I love listening to you channel Adam, I honestly wish I came across you channel earlier, if I heard some of these advices way back I think I would of made my jump earlier rather than waiting endlessly for the "perfect chance", I eventually made the jump but it was only after dropping waist deep into a dark place.
After I made a conscious effort to connect with other artists and making that ( at the time) scary jump to go to public events, it shifted my perspective and gave me more courage to post my work publicly.
These videos are great to listen to and as I mentioned to you before is actually one of the main reasons why I started my own channel!
As always love your talks Adam and I look forward to the next one, im sure everyone who's subscribed is feeling the same.
i have no doubt that you will be successful. i just subbed.
@@itriedfollowingatutorial828 Thank you very much! I really do appreciate it.
I really find your words inspiring. I think sharing art is more about sharing that it is about art. It's easy to be a "critic" but I often found that some pieces that really resonated with me came from artists who still didn't mature, like you could feel in their linework that they were trying really hard to express something yet didn't really know how yet. On the contrary, there are people who make beautiful, polished that just fall flat to me. It's all about community and reciprocal inspiration.
This is the third video of yours in a row that I've watched where you've talked about the importance of reaching out, building a community, getting feed back and the like - I'm noticing a theme haha.
Reaching out is probably going to be the hardest part in my personal process of finding success as an artist, I struggle with social anxiety quite a bit and honestly don't really know how to put myself out there or start contributing to more public conversations.
Hearing you talk about why it's so important and the effects it will have both on an artistic and social level has been incredibly helpful, and is probably what's going to push me to do so. That being said, thank you for all you do, and I definitely agree with others that have said having a Discord for your channel would be awesome!
it hurt so much when every single thing you talk are the truth , so truth that it feel like tearing gut and heart out ...
This video hit me like a truck, I know it's all positive things but I'm even downer than when I started to see it. Well, I guess is part of learning
But I'm just...afraid. All of my friends was beginning to define their career, and here I am, in the house, still...afraid.
The last part about the beginner artist being brave to put themselves out there really reminded me of my first major commercial related commission.
To summarize, there was this creator whom I drew fanart of often back then, I dmed this creator on twitter who announced an upcoming cover for a song I also liked and I offered to draw for project. And despite my nonexistent portfolio and clear amateur skills at art, they talked to their manager about it and I got the job!
I could have waited for that perfect moment when my dream client would see my work and commission me, but instead I took my chances and it worked out!
I can't believe I forgot I even did that crazy stunt, but I'll remind myself to be a bit more braver moving forward.
Thank you Adam
Thanks Adam for making these type of videos! It really helped me as an artist to continue drawing through the pain and suffering and help expand my knowledge of how to be a better artist mindfully
This is one of the most wholesome art communities, love you guys
Hello Adam, I just wish I can meet see you in person atleast once before the virus attacks me. I have met lots of mentors in real as well as in online but no one like you. You're something different. Like I m a curious learner and i get stressed with my works time and again but just hearing your talks heals me and makes things much more easier. Thank you so much for being there for us. We love you.
this hit me like a truck. Honestly I felt the same way for awhile and just now this year am I trying to reach out to more people, artists, and communities to break out of my comfort zone because I know I won't get anywhere not doing anything. My social skills are subpar and despite it all, I know I fear mistake and talking, even if I know I make mistakes and I post my artwork for everyone to see for critiques and I stutter when I speak. I'm so glad you made this video; it's inspirational for everyone who feels afraid to take that big step. Thank you so much!!
There is always peace in my heart and mind after watching your videos. Just thank you for being there.
I CAN'T BELIEVE IT'S BEEN TWO YEARS SINCE THIS VIDEO DROPPED. I believe this was one of the first videos that acquainted me with Adam's channel. Insane how 2 years went by in a blink of an eye.
I always felt that my art isn't good enough and was afraid of showing them to anyone due to my lack of skills. As such, I have been practicing in private to improve my art fundamentals and studies. I finally overcame that fear and started posting my work online and then realized the response wasn't as bad as I imagined. I guess I'm my own worst critique but I should have done so earlier. Your words really hit me, Adam.
I'm 20 years old photography student from Poland. I don't deal with illustration much, but your videos are so universal and can be target to any art form. Your advice and life experience is so inspiring and helpful. Unfortunately, At the beginning of this year, my friend, photography teacher, and art guide passed away. It was such a hard time for me. your UA-cam videos reminds me of our long talks about photography, music, and art in general. You have a marvelous soothing voice that I can listen for hours. Thank you so much for your hard work!
I've been listening to you for a while now and I really enjoyed your content. It feels like therapy. This video in particular, made me cried buckets of tears. It is exactly my journey from being a nobody to (at least) a somebody in my own community. Being an introvert and originally from another field of work, putting my art out there was so hard and I kept waiting for the right time. It was a dear friend of mine who kept on urging me to be brave to be out there. Even if I had only 1 audience, it is still an audience. Last year, I reached the highest achievement level in my entire career (both previous ones and my current one) and this was all during lockdown.
It wasn't what I had hoped for but it was something else that I had only dreamed off before. I'm a very new illustrator, less than 2yo old. Last year alone, I had 3 illustrations that won awards and was part of a few curated online art exhibition. I was even ranked both 1st and 2nd place as "Top 25 Most inspiring and inspirational artist" on CreativePool's list (full details in my Bio of my website -> www.iammaureenfletcher.com)
Networking is so very important and something that was so scary and hard for me, became my stepping stone to better opportunities and development; both personally and career wise.
Although compared to other bigger names, I'm still a nobody, but I am a somebody to my community. And I find myself, giving the same advice to artist who come to me for some words of encouragement. It feels motherly when I do that, but I like it and it makes me feel good to know that because of my bravery to not wait for the right moment, I'm able to help others and uplift others too.
It's not only about creating art alone, it's also about giving people hope, encouragement and love. Because, our journey can be a little lonely sometimes and it feels nice to meet others who are willing to share a little part of our walk along the way.
Thank you once again. I have to dry my eyes before my children see my crying face 😁
every time you put yourself out there, it's a swing at bat. do it over and over again and eventually you will hit something. not only that you will develop a thick skin against rejection, online negativity and a TON of opportunities you never even knew about will present themselves to you. most major bumps in my career, salary and opportunities, including my first junior environment artist job came about because i just started putting my work out there rather than waiting around preparing for perfection. Awesome video, your content is super good adam! thanks for sharing :)
Seeing you work on a piece longer than seems "right" gives me a lot of patience and hope for my own process. Its like you're always saying. The rhythm of an individual's workflow has to go at its own optimal tempo. Whether that takes longer than seems "right" is not the most important part. Thank you for working on this piece until its done to your satisfaction!
This is great. I usually listen to your videos Adam while going for a bike ride. I tend to wait till just around sun set and let the dark chase me home - it's like a tree lined trail so looks awesome and is vert quiet at that time. The clarity of your words and chill delivery is very complimentary to listening while getting some fresh air. Take care and all the best.
Your color choices and your monologues are very inspiring. THANK YOU!
i dont care about the painting i care in what you are capable to make me feel and think different
I REALLY needed someone to say this, I'm so glad you did. Thanks for making this
I can't thank you enough for all your art talks, they really help alot of people, that's an amazing thing to do, I always say true art is something that touches someone and makes a difference, so you sir are definitely a true artist in my eyes thank you 💕💜💕💜
what is false art then, just curious
@@vivvy_0 hummm... I would say something that is just made for money, trends and attention, art that's made for the wrong reason's but that's just my opinion of course
Adam, thank you sir from an artist over 50 who has made the mistakes you speak of; your insights and spirit are extremely appreciated!Awesome work by the way
Lovely talk! And you know this sort of thing only exists because like minds attract each other? You're at the heart of all this and honestly my only regret is similar to many, that I should've been exposed to you earlier.
Learned a lot, and honestly I've been half a mind shutting off social media stuff to focus on getting better. So definitely the timing is amazing. Thank you Adam.
First of that painting is so awesome!
Good point about that your family doesn’t understand artist problems, I often felt that it would be the case also.
I was so afraid to share anything that I actually gave up for a couple of years. Now I’m getting back into it slowly but still I feel like I’m back a zero again.
This was good to listen to. I recently put together a portfolio of some work to get a junior graphic design job. My works good, I've worked for a number of people and businesses so I put my portfolio up online for some feedback. The people who I had respond were awful. They said things like "Your years away from being good enough for a job" to "Unless you work is as better then the stuff on artstation why would anyone employ you?" I think these people that responded were those types you were talking about that are still planning to break into the industry at 70.
While it may have been more fun to see a new painting, I really appreciated being there for the whole thing, and witnessing it's growth. It feels like watching a child grow up
Edit: especially how there are now 2 different finalized paintings that share the same core, yet taken in 2 fairly different directions
Sir, this is the second video I’ve watched that I’ve had to pause just to think about what you said. Thank you. Just awesome content.
I most definitely agree that much of the way we deal with situations is both hereditary, as well as environmental. I believe that the argument for nature vs nurture is a fallacy in and of itself. It is very clearly both. How an individual turns out in life is due to which way you happen to lean the most. If you were raised in a harsh environment, but were genetically innately reflective, you're more likely to be less critical of yourself than if you had a harsh upbringing, but lacked hereditary traits which would help you cope with such an upbringing, then you need more external assistance in dealing with personal issues. If I were to tell the story of my own upbringing, I think I could bring some to tears ... however, interestingly, it's a rare day when I find myself being self-critical. I can only conclude that life is random, even when we think we understand what makes one tick, randomness kicks in and makes us reevaluate such conclusions. Hmm ... I may have had a point in there somewhere ... lol
Lol - well I think you tapped on one of the most important fundamental skills we people can benefit from developing - our adaptability :)
@@AdamDuffArt Indeed, sir, indeed. Love your videos, by the way! They're not just for art, I usually listen/watch during my workouts.
This is me. I've got very little design work that I'm proud of, and going into my fourth year as a design student, I haven't put together an actual portfolio. I'm afraid to be judged by my peers in my classes, by professional designers at portfolio reviews, and by potential employers at a job interviews. I've let myself think that this fear is valid and that no one will want my work and, in turn, that means they don't want me.
I've never applied to a job in my field. I have three years of customer service experience and nothing in terms of product design. Continually telling myself "I can't" and telling myself that I have to do this or that before I can even think about going any further is humiliating because no one around me understands how much difficulty I'm having to just "make a portfolio" and "apply for internships." I am already extremely ashamed of how little I've progressed versus the time I've spent learning, and the older I get, the more I feel like I should just stop trying, and go get whatever job will take me.
I think there's nothing to regret in facing your fears and chasing your goals, but there's regret in allowing your fears to rob you of what you want to do. We're always our own worst critics, sometimes it's tricky to get that critical inner voice under control. I was (and sort of still am) in a similar place, I gave myself a year to improve and make an impressive portfolio (and, really, I was just buying myself time to carry on playing it safe and avoiding putting myself out there because I don't 'feel' good enough). The year's not up yet, but I've switched to focusing on my personal development and a different type of creative work entirely, since it turned out I have underlying emotional burdens I need to face that were contributing heavily to my resistance to making progress. So I don't know where I'm going yet, but I'm going somewhere. That time spent feeling stressed and down about my artistic abilities vs. everyone else's was horrible.
I don't really have any magic knowledge or words to help you, just sympathy and the hope that you find the path through this that's right for you.
Watching this again really makes me want to join in the community again. Thank you, Adam!
I'm really scared of connecting with other artists again, since I've been shunned because of my art so many times by my countries art scene and my clients wanting to bend my style to their ideas... I really hope I can overcome my barriers I have now, since I haven't drawn or illustrated anything in months, being burnt out and disillusioned. Thank you for your videos. They are so inspiring and beautiful to listen to and watch.
I was pursuing programming for game dev to be able to work on something I feel passionate about while having a guaranteed top pay cheque, but at the cost of my happiness because I don't really enjoy it all that much. Now, at 24 I've decided to come back to art and put everything I've got into becoming great while I work any job that allows me to do so in the meantime. These videos help me, a lot. Thank you
You have a similar case to me lol. I work as a Systems Engineer, and got baited to it for the "game developing" scenario, but really I don't enjoy programming too much even with the rush of time. What really I love from videogames are their art and stories, and like you, trying to learn art at my 24 years
Just started watching the video and I wanted to say that I never get bored of the illustration you're working on. I like seeing the built up until it's finished and if you want to redo it, I really appreciate you show us so we can see how one idea can change and evolve even after it was "done". Now I can go onto the rest of the video :)
Now that I've finished. I like it a lot! I feel a more cohesive feeling/story. And as for the message of the video. I am an introvert, antisocial and even a little bit mean, but one day I decided to talk to people, to share my interests, to try and enjoy people more. A few years have passed since and I've made friends that are way older than me, but I care for them and they care for me. One of them had a friend and he became my friend and both of them happen to have connections in the comic industry (which is my main interest), one of them being an author. Through and thanks to them, I have now been given the opportunity to publish two very short comics (one of them was my first comic) and even though it will be a small thing of little copies, it still matters and I know who I have to thank for this, one of them being myself from a few years, the one that decided to simply talk and share more about me with people. We need to remember what society is and how human it is for us to connect with others and yes, introverts are no exception.
Thank you for bringing that up. I've been away from any art communities for some time, and I haven't being motivated to practice or produce either. Luckily I have a neighbor that shares some of the same passions as me, and we can hopefully start to grow a small community together with some other friends and people around the town.
Your videos always open my mind around new topics and help me question myself about the things I took for granted. Thank you for your content, it is truly top quality. Few channels on UA-cam have this kind of deep and meaningful content.
Anyways, have a nice week. Take care. ;)
Thank you for your words.
Been having those ups and downs, going to get back to drawing and putting stuff out there again.
I'm finding your videos really encouraging and inspiring Adam, thanks for sharing your positivity, wish I came across your channel sooner! I've watched a handful of your videos now and you're often addressing issues I've struggled with. Thanks for all the advice and encouragement!
Hi, I'm new to your channel and only gotten acouple videos in. I just want to say that you're amazing and that I love listening to your videos as I make my art. Your advise is gold, thank you!
I'm probably going to still be waiting for a few more years, heh :/
This is like trying to fight impostor syndrome in some way...In my case it goes beyond the simple "I don't feel like I'm ready" mindset.
I'm now able to produce some pieces that are "okayish", but I still don't have a good process: I feel like reinventing the wheel every single time, and every successful piece is done after several weeks of struggle and fail attempts (it sometimes feels like trying to give birth in pain).
I would love to make a youtube channel as well at some point, but while you have a great community with almost no trolls, I am very worried that once I'll start posting videos I'll open a can full of worms. Even if I do something as simple as talking about my art journey, or movies and stories that inspire me, it will somewhat sound like I'm giving tips or advice, or that I'm pretending to be some sort of knowledgeable guru. Who am I to do any of that? Anybody could call me out, saying I'm a "nobody-knows-nothing", a fraud, etc...Some people are good a "faking it until they make it", but not me, and I'm not sure I can handle trolls.
While I started joining a few groups here and there and networking a bit, I don't even dare posting videos of speed-paintings or of my work. I even remember being worried about opening an artstation account! It's almost like I'm waiting for some kind of validation before taking those first steps, like doing some professional work, or landing a job somewhere, even if it's at a small studio. And only then am I able to get out of my cave and expose myself to the public.
this comment was 2 years ago, i wonder how you're doing these days
Your timing good sir... it is eerie lol. I have been struggling with this mentally since the start of my artistic journey. Through the years my openness towards my work has been increasing, i could remember a time where clicking on a video like this would hurt haha, now i can look back with fondness.
Thank you Adam for allowing us into your corner of the internet!
that story at the end with the "art beginner" guy was really motivating. Thx for sharing that story and your thoughts about it.
time for b-
*Video*
eh, I can start now. XD
Seriously though
Every time I'm having a particular issue or feeling down you come out with these talks that say exactly what I need.
Thank you
Hello Adam! Fantastic video. You probably shouldn't worry about painting the same painting, I'm sure a lot of people like myself clicked on this video mainly to hear your wisdom. I'm a self taught sculptor and I've watched almost every video you've made. I play your videos while I'm working, and I'm not always watching the video because I'm not a digital painter so I'm not here for that, but I can relate to the other stuff and I can say I've learned so much from you. I'm from a small town and I feel alone sometimes because I don't have any artist friends I can talk to who get me. So hearing you talk about these things is such a treat.
I was hoping maybe I can get an advice from you. I want to work as a character artist in the gaming and collectibles industry, but firstly I need to transition from the traditional medium to digital. I believe I'm justified in thinking I'm not ready at this point.
But I wanted to ask you do you ever come to a point when you feel ready? And how did you overcome your fear of not feeling good enough if you ever had that?
Maybe you've addressed this before I'm not sure but anyways thank you for doing this and for being real.
I think you're a hell of a guy. Appreciate ya man!
I'm 33, and I've one gallery show, and I have not progressed much since then. Depression and anxiety are two big stumbling blocks that keep hindering me. I just can't get any ideas most days and on other days I feel like I don't want to exist. How do you create when the world is what it is right now?
I stopped thinking about the world and the pressure it brings. I'm 30 years old "starting" out with art. Not a completely beginner but beginner with the professional aspects. Enjoy your work, love it and don't give two shits about pressure and stuff like that. Can't even tell you how many people don't support me with what i do but there are always those that do.
30 + is nothing. Just enjoy it, work on it and you will succeed. Just do it man.
The red tone did wonders to focus the composition along with the lantern. Great work as always Adam keep up the great work cheers.
Im not quite sure about the term getting tired of seeing the same paint being painted Adam, because Im not, as long as its not an old footage. As much as you enjoying your work, I found my self learning a lot from seeing professional paint, there are always new things that pop up even though its the same painting.
Oh well good! I was actually I spited to repaint It by Boro’s repainting if his orphanage piece - I appreciated it rather than be annoyed, so I thought I’d forward his good example
Man I'm a fan. I like all your work.
15:40 there's a Lebanese proverb that says: the misfortune you know is still better than that which you do not know
the oldest fear is to the unkown after all
@@leosabat4636 indeed my friend indeed.
We love you too Adam, thanks for this videos!!!
Hi Adam. Your talks are so inspiring and also good background for drawing. Keep doing your videos.
Thanks for the video Adam - I like to listen to you - I appreciate your calm and caring speech. On the subject of the video itself, I appreciate hearing the detail about having a library of content for people to feel is a value to follow, as well as the importance of the SOCIAL rites of passage, not just skill levels. I'm trying to improve both those things - a full amount of content and interacting more with communities.
Well you definitely sound like you’re on the right track Michael! You have my vote for sure :)
I've been contemplating this topic if I should become more social with my art now or later once I get better and have more content. But now that I have listened to you now I am sure that I have to over come my fears and reach out now instead of planning all time. I really need to hear this for sure.
This hit me hard. I really needed this, thank you so much
Looking your videos has been one of the best things have happen this year for me, i really need heard this thing from somebody
I love how varied your art is per video :D
Hola Adam, me anime a comentar este video porque dijiste que sabias algo de español y basicamente queria agradecerte, llegue a tu canal hace poco pero desde el primer video que vi me encanto el contenido que generas, no hay muchos artistas que se tomen el tiempo de compartir experiencias y de dar consejos para ser mejores artistas y personas. Trato de entender todo lo que dices pero aun estoy aprendiendo ingles :`) , sin embargo creo que entinedo la mayor parte.
De verdad muchas gracias, he entendido mucho de la vida del artista y gracias a tus videos me doy cuenta de que todos tenemos las mismas inseguridades y miedos y creo que gracias a ti me enfrentare a mis miedos y me superare sabiendo que no estoy solo y espero que cuando algun dia sea tan experimentado como tu tenga la oportunidad de compartir mi conocimiento y ayudar a muchos como tu lo has hecho. Saludos de Colombia :)
Socially, I'm not very skilled so I stick to my artist skills rather than networking.
While I know that this IS indeed important I can't get myself to really work on it… It's extremely frustrating and the community I'm in isn't really interested on helping each other.
Those artist work on their own stuff and usually only support those they're close with.
Me not knowing them that well it's kinda hard to really get a footing there so I just work away on my stuff and whatever.
But thanks for the video. Maybe one day I'll make it.
I do not remember how many subscribers You had exactly back in the day but it was like 5k maximum. Never noticed how fast You grow :)
Absoultely loved the video!! I'm glad I started to put out my art before I listened to the doubt in my head. Has anybody found the interview Adam was talking about?
Thank you for this.
Its hard to find a solid community when you are deep into various different media, though.
Thank you very much for your stories. Your stile of storytelling someway reminds me one of my favorite novelists Erich Maria Remark. You are both speeking about important things, and you do it wisely. But also you do it very simple and understandable way. Even though i am alredy thinking about similar things, however sometimes it is substential to hear about it from stranger person to begin make a steps in right direction. Sorry for my english, i am just a beginer.
You know Spanish!!!! woooooooooooow!!! I'm using your videos to practice for my IELTS exam jejejejejeje I Spend more than 3 years learning English
i love that painting
Your videos and your art are really inspirational, thank you :)
i love you so much you and your inspirational videos! i feel so attached to what u say! thank you so much!! keep on!
Even you have lovely voice and great choice of soundtrack :D
I dig this format
open.spotify.com/playlist/4OOL2EGgFLnVXlIbsWVt5V?si=w3N_vd29SICRQEE60wvfJA
Hearing you talk about needing a community made me think of Hebrews 10 : 24, and 25 "not forsaking our meeting together, as some have the custom, but encouraging one another"
I personally am trying to learn to draw to create my own comics, so I may never delve fully into painting. But I am thankful to be able to learn from painters and other artists aside from those strictly in the comic book industry. Often they have a deeper understanding of art as a whole, as well as the wisdom to use that understanding.
I certainly know I need to keep trying and put myself out their, this video felt oddly targeted directly at me... Unless that is just my insomnia making me think that.
Excellent correlation with Hebrews!
I'm also a comic artist (though I do digitally paint, too)! I think you're totally right - getting input from other creatives and artists, not just in your set area is very valid and helpful. Just because creating, in general, is hard, so getting input from anyone who is an artist can be helpful and encouraging.
I had a colleague who was teaching me sign language, cause she was deaf and I wanted to communicate with her.
I sucked at it, and still do, but I think she appreciated my desire.
I needed to hear this, thank you Adam. 😊
You’re very welcome :)
I'm in a point where I'm not sure if I want art to be my career even if it's my passion and a big part of me that I need to do in order to feel complete. But.... your words are so inspiring that I would like to give it a second try.
Also: Hola! Lo bueno de internet es que puedo practicar mi Inglés pero solo de manera escrita, supongo que en el momento en que intente hablarlo me pasará lo mismo c':
thanks for every word 💖
I've never got the beginner artists when they say they are not good enough. I say to them: "yo, this feeling will never leave you. You just have to learn how to deal with it". Veteran or beginner, we all feel awkward about our art. The only difference is that we become more shameless with experience. But that feeling? It's still there, but it's under control. Well, sorta XD
That may be a stupid question but how do you even reach out to communities? I’m afraid of reaching out but at the same time I have no idea where to start. Do I write them a message? Who are “them”?
This, I wan't to know this aswell! Are we talking real life communities or online? There is a comment down below about a discord or some sort of community for Adams followers - that could be an answer who them are? I don't know.. I am too socially awkward for these things.. I think!
I was wondering about this as well
@@ceramicsbydaniel What are you doing? Don't downtalk yourself
tbh i would like to know as well. i always talk to other youtubers, but thats about all i know lol.
Tails Warrior Thanks man, I have been suffering for depression for so long, art is helping me out of it. I have a good amount of need to belong. Didn’t mean to downtalk myself. :(
That commentary on having to find a community really hit me. This has been my problem since I was a child. And I feel it's one of the reasons I feel paralyzed - I can't start properly and I don't know what I'm supposed to be doing.
Do you have any advice to find my tribe if I live in an environment where no one around me is an artist or relates to the things that are important to us?
Thank you for sharing! I found this helpful.
The community section hit me hard, especially the part of joining toxic ones.
Made the mistake in my late teens of joining an animation community, hoping that they would help me to improve my skills. A bunch of young artists too. Started out fine, but eventually all they did was tell me how terrible I was over and over to the point it really broke me down. Most critique consisted of, "why would you even draw like that", "I can't help you, it's just really bad", "if you can't figure out why your work is bad just google it"(with no specification on what I was supposed to google), "you should be better than this, this is just awful", etc, etc. Pretty much, "we give honest critique, we're just telling it like it is", mentality.
And I listened to all of it, cause I just assumed, well these people know what they're talking about. They were pros, experts, they knew what they were doing. If they're saying I'm bad, then I had to listen and can't cherry pick only the critique I like.
However, the constant beat down just made me more and more depressed. I got to the point having anxiety attacks related to my skills in art. I knew whatever I put down would just be called terrible no matter what I did. There was never any positive critique. As a result I pretty much slowed down animating and drawing entirely. I still do it, but not at the same output as it was before the fact. I guess fear of judgement for not being good enough just took over.
I'm moving out in a few days and have been able to buy my own drawing tablet and will hopefully get a mic and start posting actual animations.
I just found you and I want to say thank you!
I really enjoy your videos and art and I'm really happy that I found your channel =)
Me sitting here .. total beginner at art and have made 30+ videos this year xD Thanks @Adam
Since you’re into dark type of artwork I think you will love Oleg Vdovenko work His stuff is pretty unique
Ooh, I’ll go check it out right away!
Update - oh wow! I love his “camera flash at night” lighting style - feels very documentary war film feel to it
@@AdamDuffArt In addition to that - his bizarre sense of humor is also hilarious! I'm referring to some of his works in the speedpaint sections
You are great inspiration, I recently found your channel and I love the vibe of your videos and the voice of experience you bring to the table
I have been waiting for the perfect moment to watch this video...
I like to listen to you videos while doing arts and crafts it is motevating and relaxing
Thank for teh video
Me having an anxiety reaction before Christmas dinner... Starts your video : Ooooh ok I can breathe now...
life lessons to go
i'm a filmmaker and i'm making a script right now (i'm almost done and probably will upload it on my youtube channel in the near future). i've been in touch with producers for the past 2 months now and they said to me that i just have to make a script and we will see how and where it will lead us. it is exciting and i can't wait to work with people who are passionate about filmmaking.
Well then, I’ll keep my fingers crossed for you! This sounds exciting!!
Wow Adam two things! I'd love to know what kind of dark art community are you in, because I have that taste/style. Second one I'd love to practice Spanish with you man, I'm from Spain and I¡m practicing english now. Charming video as always, it resonates with me because I'm so much perfectionist that if it was for me, I've never get good enough to be an artist. Cheers man!
this painting actually inspired a new creation for me... thanks for the inspo... let me know if u need to see it before i post. i am unfamiliar with cross over media works.
Don’t sweat it - I won’t sue you for plagiarism- I’m flattered that I inspired you :)
you are right about younger youtuber artists. A lot of them are not the greatest kind of people and it bothers me considering they have the widest reach and the largest audiences.
Thankfully they aren’t the only example