Art Talk: Making income on the internet? my experience & advice
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- Опубликовано: 24 окт 2014
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In this video I talk about my experience with making income off creativity and offer some highly requested advice for anyone who would like to do the same. Thanks for watching!
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"Money is just a tool, not a life purpose."
Love that mindset, and totally agree!
that's perfectly right,but if you earn nothing,you'll have to work as something else.so,as you see it's still important
I definitely agree with her on most points, but I think its a little unfair to say money shouldn't be your motivation, because the truth is if you're not making enough money to support yourself with your art, then you cant make art because you'll be spending all your time waitressing or whatever.
That being said I think what she probably meant was don't expect to be making A LOT of money. Personally I'd be totally happy if I could just do art and make enough to buy food and pay off student loans, haha. My motivation isn't to be making enough for me to buy like a mansion or whatever. But regardless, money is definitely a motivation, even if its just enough to pay the bills.
Olivia Bosson Art so true
Olivia Bosson Art
So how Did Van Gogh became a full time artist when he sold zero paintings?
Sorry,that's figurative EXPRESSIONISM that Van Gogh invented NOT figurative impressionism.
Thank you! I am a life long artist. I have sold and also disgned logos. I have never created my own online business or have been consistent with creating more pieces. My are is beading, designing, drawing (charcoal and pastels) and painting. I am currently pursing my art degree. I have never used oils and my paint teacher challenged me to use oils. I found your page and you have been inspiring me. I have fallen in love with oils and the possibilities with the mediums. Have a good day!
I'm not gonna lie... this video made me slightly emotional. All my life, I have answered the "what do you wanna be when you grow up" question with "I wanna be an artist". I never actually believed it would happen, to be honest. Thankfully I discovered RUclips and enjoyed watching people do art on RUclips. I tried it with my channel and I love it. I've been using my channel for art for about 5 years. I don't even make enough money with my art to support myself. I haven't made any money (yet, hehe) off my RUclips but I still do it all because it makes me extremely happy! Thankfully I have a wonderful family who supports my decision to pursue art. You inspire me, Lena! So thank you! :-)
Faleasha Myers you are so right when I was growing up I was also not sure if I want to be an artist as it was so unsure how to make money with it
I wish I had the courage :( If money wasn't a problem I would ditch everything and just dedicate most of my time to art. But the thought of not having a good amount of money makes me nervous.
+iashrai I was once in your shoes. I didn't want to leave my dead end job (where I was being harassed every day) just because it paid well. Until I realized I was wasting this one life that I had busting my butt for someone who didn't appreciate me, when I could be using my time to make myself better and investing in myself. Short story - I quit my job about a year ago and I now make money on the side doing what I love - it's not alot, but I'm happier and that's all that matters. The important thing to know, is that everything is possible in this world. The great thing about us human beings is that being positive does remarkable things and when you're doing what you love, happiness and everything else comes with it - you just have to believe, be patient and be determined. I didn't have much money when I quit my job but I told myself that my happiness was much more important and that's what kept me going strong. Think about it - really think about it - and make the right decision - you only have one life so make the most of it.
you inspired me ...Thank you. its just what I needed to read.
Eddie Diaz i'm so happy it inspired you! spread the love, spread the word!
amazing ♥♥♥♥♥
Very well said. And you staying in a dead-end has risks as well. There's no such thing as job security.
There are good points here! I respectfully disagree with some of them though. In my opinion, you shouldn't devalue your art, your time or yourself because you might seem "money hungry." You have to make a living. It shouldn't be your only motivation but you can't expect to support yourself if you practically give away your art and don't focus at all on making money. Thay said I get where she is coming from on a lot of points. Well done!
betrayalisbetrayal u speak the truth
I grew up in a small area (and I still live there). After graduation it was really hard for me to find a job. And if I had a job I always felt the pressure on my shoulders. But I've discovered that when I'm doing something creative I feel so relaxed and your video inspired me to share my stuff online. Thanx for the tips and inspiration, Greetings from The Netherlands
Seeing my mum work so hard and coming in looking so drained and tired has kinda opened up my eyes a bit on my career these last couple of years, i completely understand as to why you prefer art, it just sounds so much more fulfilling and enjoyable
Elysia Jones yeah if you work all the time it is good to do what you ❤️
Awesome video! I feel it's a very positive way to go about creating art. I am also an artist from a reservation. The thing I noticed is whenever money becomes my motive I feel like my creativity gets blocked. All of a sudden, I lose motivation and that's when it seems to be a burden. So what helps me is, doing it for the love of art and being able to share my experiences through my art and truly expressing myself! Great work!
I agree with the sentiment here 100 percent. If money is your primary driving goal with your art I think your in the wrong business. There’s nothing wrong with wanting to make a living, but a friend of mine once told me in regards to this topic; Do what you love and the money will follow- I tend to agree. And if not, your still doing what you love.
After watching a few of your videos, Lena, all I can say is that you are wise beyond your years. The advice you offer is always well-measured and sound. I hope you are able to continue pursuing that which feeds your soul and not just your bank account.
Lena Dana you have no idea how much of an inspiration you are to me, I only discovered your Art on RUclips 3 months ago and I love your paintings so much! I've watched almost all of your videos and with each one I watch I'm inspired more and more. I'm currently a bartender also ( bartending for 5 yrs now and I know exactly what you mean when you say it's exhausting), tho I do appreciate my customers I've grown close too. I recently got in a motorcycle accident with my boyfriend which was life changing for the both of us, we both were injured pretty bad. Now I'm having to heal my ankle after breaking my talus bone, so I've had a bunch of time on my hands not being able to walk. Growing up all I wanted to do was draw and paint, and constantly I've been put down for wanting to make it a career. No one really supported it, saying I'd never make enough money or I'd have to be alot better at it. I've went to school 3 different times... never finishing, because it wasn't what made me happy. I stopped making Art for a few years, convinced I was just wasting my time. Watching your videos opened my eyes to realizing that life is short, and you should do what you love! That's what I love and that's what makes me happy. A month ago I started painting and drawing again and I plan on continuing to do just that, no matter what anyone has to say. If I end up making a career out of it, it'd be a dream come true! This comment is a bit long but I really just wanted to let you know that you're very talented and to keep up the great work, continue to inspire people and continue to be your genuine self! Thanks Dana!
Lena thanks for the inspiration!! I'm a full time RN in an emergency department of the only trauma center in my county. I love nursing but it's stressful and exhausting. Art helps me to ground myself and enjoy the gift of life. Ultimately I would like to cut my hours at work and create more art. Thank you for helping me believe that through hard work and passion I can do this!!
This is why you're one of my favorites!! As an artist, RUclipsr, & as a person. There are many artists out there that really do what they do just for the money and when fans ask them questions they are very selfish because they never respond or make an effort. Thank you for caring about your fans and please continue your amazing work. :)
aw thank you angel!! I reached out to a few artists quite a while ago with similar questions but i got ignored :x i guess we're all supposed to sit in our studios and not be friends with each other or something! haha
But the way I see it is, might as well share and help people if I can in any way
Lena your so close to 100k can't wait you deserve it so much
thank you!! =]
LOVE IT! this is exactly how I feel and I don't think my family understands, its just hard because I still live with my parents and it drives me insane sometimes.
LENA YOURE ALMOST TO 100,000 subscribers!!!! I'm so excited for you!!! Thanks for always being an inspiration to me I look forward to your videos every week!!! I lOvE YoU!!!
Hi lena.. Lately i noticed myself watching your videos while im having coffee for breakfast or tea in the afternoon.. And slowly i realized you made a good impact in waking up the artist in me. Like you i also didnt study arts but i was in love with it since childhold and going to school for it will cost thousands which my family cannot afford.. So i learned it myself, Thank you for inspiring all artists.. Keep on doing this.. :)
you have a great attitude, Lena. Thanks for sharing your advice and thoughts on art and life. I can get caught up in worrying about money, but I would rather just make art because I love it, like you do.
I love how raw and real and pure the video was and you are!
This was amazing, and so, so helpful. I'm pretty young, love art and have always wanted to do it as a career. This video was really informative, (especially all that talk about prints and getting recognition) and now I know a lot more than I did 12 minutes ago. Thank you!
Ah, thank you for this video, not only did it help me but also inspired:) I got my first artwork sold today, it was very unexpected and quite cheap, but I'm just unbelievably happy that somebody likes my work enough to get original in their own hands:D I got new belief in myself and inspiration to continue what I'm doing~
I love your channel, it's fascinating to see the process of your work!Thank you for everuthing you do!^^
I love you, lena. I need to know more people like you. You're one of my favorite. You inspire me every time you upload. You're simply amazing and beautiful and kind to give people advice and encourage us to do more.
I love what you do...you feel the same as I about selling your art. I want people to be able to own my art and share the experience with me instead of making lots of money. I too am self taught but ended up pursuing a Bachelor of Science because of all the naysayers. Now I stay at home with my children and produce art. I love it. Thanks for being true to your passion.
Thanx for waking me up. Your video really inspired me to continue to open up my mind. I was concidered a master artist in High school and since i graduated I've been working and lost my interest in art. But now after watching some of your videos I'm thinking of moving forward and recap my talent back. Everybody tells me I'm multi talented and I should'nt waste it. I've done some paintings on buildings and have gotten alot of compliments so I'm ready to build my dream back. :)
Best video ever. I can't explain how good it felt to watch this and hear someone else who looks at art in this way. Inspirational. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and tips.
Your sincerity is refreshing. Thanks for being genuine!
It's really kind of you to share your experiences and wisdom. This is a fantastic video - as all your videos are - with lots of great advice about all kinds of things even websites and prints. Thanks for sharing all this useful info! I've been following you for a while, and it's great to see how you are growing and how many followers you now have, and it will be interesting to see where you go next, I'm sure you'll do so well!
I can just watch this video for hours,I dont care about your painting, you are a beautiful paint, just watching your eyes while you talk with that soft voice just mesmerizing,, Lovely lovely woman .
I really like your attitude. You are incredibly talented and I love your videos. I am a performing artist, and I used to do work real cheap, but it came to a point where I was working so hard I was actually losing money. The thing I loved so much was actually killing me financially. So I took a big step back and looked at what it cost me to do an event and how much I needed to make to not only break even, but also make a living. When I raised my rates to a decent level to live off, yes I lost some business, but I regained my passion for what I do and it gave me a big boost for my self-image to see that people were actually willing to pay MUCH more than I was originally charging. My point is, you should raise your prices to a level you can live off of. Then you can forget all the little jobs and long grueling hours to pay the rent and do more of what you really love. You owe it to yourself! Your fans will gladly pay it because you are worth it!!
Im studying Fine Art in my second year at the minute, you've really got me thinking about what I want to do, and how much effort I really need to put in to not only get a good grade but also to be noticed and do well, thank you :)
Lena, this seemed off the cuff and honest. Keep this up! I have serious health issues and can not be consistent with anything, still, I am encouraged by others who work as hard a you do to have a healthy and balanced life. God is good, and we are not...but, he gives us the opportunity to shine when we put him first and then show kindness to others. Like you are doing! smiles, constance, former RN.
I honestly love your videos like I watch them religiously :) , your such an Inspiration to me and your such a hard working person !!!!!!! I appreciate your art
This has bees so useful to me!! I love you, thanks for helping everybody to start or improve painting
I love these types of videos, it's so personal and intimate and I love your mindset :) do what makes you happy
Thank you Marie! I'm glad you enjoyed!
I absolutely agree with everything you said and I love your work you're so talented! I've been drawing and painting since I was little and kind of had 4 years where I just stopped and now I'm getting back into it and watching your RUclips videos is definitely helping to inspire me and believe in myself. Thank you!
Thank you for making this video Lena! I was looking for inspiration to get me painting again after a 3 year hiatus and saw one of your videos and subscribed.
Pleaseeeee make another blacklight painting again. I've been wanting to buy one from you for a long time. Maybe you have some out I don't know about in which case let me know :) I'm not much into art but there's something about the passion you have for it that you transfer it to your paintings and it just leaves me in awe. You're an amazing artist. Keep at it!
You've helped me make up my mind. I'll be graduating high school soon and people keep pressuring me to be something I don't want to be. So much that recently I was wavering on if I should really study art. But now I'm confident. I'm going to dive head first and do what makes me happy! Thank you ; v ;
I'm so glad to hear that!! good luck to you sweet darling!
Thank you that're really great and clear advice. I'm considering creating a channel also a building on my existing strengths as an artist rather than getting random job to make ends meet. Would love to see more tips and tricks of being a freelance artists and self promotion in general, as well as portrait painting techniques. Keep up the great work and know for sure that your persistence and talent is very much appreciated!
Lena!!!!!❤️ This has to be the most different yet enlightening perspective on selling Art. Loveeed it!!! Thank you😍😍😍
How can you put a thumb down on a video like this ? This woman is so beautiful inside ( and if i may say, outside as well ! with all the respect. I really had to say it because it is my artistic side that force me to do so. ) Lena your message is so inspiring !
Hope i didn t mess with my average english :) .... Keep up the very very good work you do and i wish you a long and beautiful career and happiness. Thanks you also for your generosity.
This was super inspiring Lena as with all the things you do on your channel. Thanks for recounting us in part of your life's work :)
You inspired me to take Art course in my school.. I'm not a really good artist but watching ur video did help me improve my skills and yes its true if you practice everyday your skills will improve.
you're awesome. thanks for your tips, I want to quit my job to do art full time because that's what I love.
Thanks for this. You're key on all the points. Follow your heart, not your bank account. I aim to do all this, and even the surveys, as one added side thing to keep me going so that I can make more art. Keep spreading the joy Lena :)
Thank you, kind lady. I have been slaving away at my horrible desk job, making a bunch of money, but miserable! Time to get back to creating and making less money, but being more happy. I do have debt, but at this rate, working 60-80 hours a week, I could have it paid off bu the end of June.
im watching this two years later but i still appreciate what u said and i like your vid .cheers
this is honestly one of the best videos ive seen in a while. i love to draw but lately ive hit a slump because of my job & other life stuff, but this kinda gave me a little "pick me up" on my passion for drawing. Hopefully its enough for me to grab the pencil & go wild like I used to XD
aw please do! magic happens when you totally get lost in your art
Thank you for your encouraging words and advices. It made me want to work hard on making art. It takes time and determination to you reach your goals. And wor harder. Thank you so much 💞
Your words totally spoke to me on every level. I can't thank you enough. A lot to think about.
That's exactly how I feel about life and following your dreams and what makes you happy. :)
Thanks a lot Lena for motivation and advice, your every video is great, natural and amazing!!
GREAT advice. Especially about creating a body of work. Awesome vid.
Thanks for this! I know a lot more considering I am younger and interested in doing art as a career. Love your art and you are so amazing! :D
I was watching lot of videos of senior artist about how to make money as an artist and bump into your channel... Honestly initially I thought like she is so young baby face, maybe she doesn't have much to say but lets see.. but you made me totally wrong..... excellent advice and tips and everything... I just subscribed your channel and a big thumps up!!
very courageous! inspiring...trying to follow your foot steps in this materialistic world! I love your videos and work.. keep inspiring
I loved this video! You had me saying "YES" throughout it haha :) I had to drop out of college because it got too expensive,and I fell into a not-so-motivated phase. On the bright side, I've noticed that this time has served to open my eyes even more--you really start to observe things deeper when they don't go according to plan. I was studying film, not because I wanted to be the next Oscar/Emmy winner,but because I wanted to give a truly alternative view that I felt most media didn't(still doesn't) give. The press misinforms, Hollywood sometimes acts as political/stereotypical bait, and the media ignores legitimate problems here or serves to dehumanize others(disgusting). Some times looking at media & difficult circumstances can be both inspiring and uninspiring...artistic contradiction Lol Nice to see people who see art in a not so artificial way! And the survey thing? Don't we all 😄🙌
Wow, this information is all really useful! Not the kind of stuff you can just figure out sitting on a chair. Thanks for sharing!
Love your passion and honesty. It's inspiring.
great video great msg. at the end. very cool...ive always loved art and never pursued it because I didn't think making a living with it was possible... but I've been using a sketch book I got for Christmas and have been inspired by some of these art videos here on RUclips. thanks for the advice and encouraging words.
peace and love to all
Excellent tips! Thank you Lena, it does come down to passion and completely emerging yourself in what you're doing - we're completely drowning :)
I really enjoy art and I'd love to go to college and do art as a living and this video was really helpful and cool so thank you!
I enjoyed this video, and saw the work on your website. It is nice. I think you have a lot of potential and hope to see you succeed. Thanks for the advice, and for inspiring me!
Lena, you are an inspiration to me!
I love this video really inspiring. I'm an artist I come from a family of them and I wasn't doing art for a long time because I just wasn't and I was working and doing other things that didn't make me happy. I got motivated to go back to art because it's who I am it's something that is in my blood and I want to take care of that gift. I guess now since everyone is making money on their art or trying to I feel like there's expectation that what I love will bring in money. I'll be happy with a few dollars for more art supplies. Thanks for this video again it gave me peace.
I learned lots about the process of print. That is way cool so I am liking you. I am an artist too. Take care
omg Lena thank you for this video i was feeling lost. but now i know what to do with my art work, and i can realate with it too i dont do art for money i do it cause i love it with all my soul lol. I really love ur art and thanks a million for ur inspiraitions to me i love u...wish u the best for lots of years to come....
that's so wonderful i'm really glad to hear that!! make tons of art, some magical stuff happens when we just get truly sucked into it =] best wishes to you in your goals I am sure you will do amazing!!
Great work! Here in Malta to sell art is much, much harder then America! In my life I only sold 2 and 2 commissioned!
Ronald John Knight that's the beauty of the internet, it allows you to grow an international collector's based not limited to your country
LOL tell me about it.
Keep up the good work cousin xxx
Lena Danya Amen :)
Was gonna say same thing- Lena Danya made- get on Instagram, each day do a little more.
Thanks for the video lena. I am highly motivated by watching your videos. U have become my inspiration now.
you're such a lovely person thank u for making this video, lots of info to take from xx
Thank you so much for making this video. I reeeeally needed this.
I just want to say that I really like your videos and feel kind of related to you, 'cause I love art and gardening too and share most of your opinions about it. The way you talk about these topics is awesome!
Keep up your great work and go your own way like you are doing at the moment! :)
Kind regards!
Even though I (only) sold 2 prints on deviantart, I never felt like selling any pieces (at least not yet, even though I would appreciate some money). Instead I paint for my friends for FREE :D YAY I love making art for my friends. It feels like I can't communicate in high school but making art for others feels like connecting my soul to theirs.
I know this is old .. but I like your attitude towards art .. as it is a passion for me too :)
Great, sincere video! Thank you, Lena, it was helpful!
Hi Lena...this video changed me a lot .. you inspired me thank you..so much..:)
and I started painting daily.
You are so beautiful inside and out! Very inspiring!💕💕💕
i just love your work and life.
This is the realest video everrr thank you for sharing + your honesty
And you said money is a tool! UGH be still my heart. Ur great
Giclee is actually a pigment based ink rather than a dye based ink. That's why it lasts so long; the ink will probably last longer than the paper!
You are a true inspiration. I am currently doing online school and i LoVe art. My dream is to incorporate painting and drawing in leather and make clothing, jewelry with a mix of metal. I have a vision i just don't know how to start. I am currently trying to find a job in art but it is so hard. Most of them require a degree. Thanks a lot.
You inspire me :')
I'm applying to colleges now and seriously torn on whether or not I should major in art. I want to do something with my life with art but I also don't want to struggle with financial issues in the future so I'm just really really indecisive. Did you major in art? And how do you think of more things to draw?
I didn't major in art, my major was undecided and I didn't take painting classes or anything, I just took the required academic prerequisites and some electives. I dropped out after a year :D
i just make art based on what's interesting to me and fun to create, once you figure that out it's easier to make a body of work centered around it
Lena Danya Thanks for your advice! I also have another question - was there a reason why you didn't choose to major in art? Like were you going to and something stopped you? Thanks
the school I went to didn't offer the art program I wanted to do. And the ones that did would cost me 100,000+ dollars. I was under the impression I would need it- but then I discovered a bunch of artists that taught themselves and made it into a career and did really well without the schooling.
thanks for sharing, your have you own strong point. Yes, by yourself is the best way to express our self. naturally... : )
I'm currently a senior in high school and all I ever want to do is draw and create art and try new ways of creating art and I would be happy doing that for the rest of my life but I also know I have to go to college I just don't think there's anything else I would do besides making art. Plenty of people and friends want me to make them something or buy one of my pieces I just don't know the best way to go about it and possibly make a "career" out of that.
Great video, Lena! Really inspiring and heartfelt, specially what you said about doing art and RUclips videos for the sake of art itself, and also that you stopped pouring alcohol for your art because it makes you enjoy yourself. I used to sell my artwork on Ebay and other internet sites, but I guess I just take too much pride on my work to sell it that cheap, or I don't know how to do internet commerce like you do (my plan is that I want to wait until I have the money to open my own small gallery or showroom, or however they're called).
But one good thing I have from my art and also my writing (I write professionally as well) is that now I post it everywhere for people to see, and that led me to meet people in the entertainment industry and discuss my two art forms. So thanks to showing my art without shame or inhibitions, I became a professional writer and now I am about to make my first movie, 'Michael Vega: Loose Damned".
Point is that you are so right when you say that money is just a tool and that there are ways to find passion or enjoyment just for the sake of one's art, and the internet is a perfect place to find those ways to thrive; you never know where your art is going to take you, and that is the exciting part to me. So I think we should all believe in ourselves and ignore our inhibitions, show our talents to the world, because we never know what lies ahead.
+asa rodriguez beautifully said!!! I honestly wish more people tuned into their creativity, it sparks the most profound creations that not many recognize. Even schools don't focus so much on being creative, it's all done by the books. If all of us focused more on doing what we loved, this world would be a fulfilling and happier place, indeed.
+Artsy Sarah Absolutely. I see art as keeping a diary where you let your real self be free and release all frustration and buried emotions, where you can gain understanding of life at another level and accept more your own situations and the situations of other human beings. And yes, school most definitely focus on book learning and stifle the real core-essence of artistry and all creativity, which is not just problem-solving but problem-creating, because I really believe that if problem-creating were to be the main focus of attention in schools, then, kids would really learn to be more mentally agile in meeting problems in their real life as grown-ups later on, and also find more easily the answers to those problems; and thus the world would be better, and so art would flourish, and beauty would flourish instead of war and famine.
Love your art!
You could definitely ask more for your originals. Your price for prints is good, but you could make a lot more copies of the prints. Even unlimited prints, so all of the prints you have made would be available for new customers to get.
lena i appreciate u and also ur words u really inspired ans i hope several others to
...really working with determination can only help u get succes in life
hey Lena.. it's Palak from India.. i really love ur videos.. I'm also 1 self taught artist.. a dream to become artist.. I'm a fan of urs.. seriously..!! i mean u really inspire me alot.. I've started painting to fulfill my dream of being around art n paint every time.. since 2015.. due to some distractions i couldn't work in 2016 n till now 2017.. but u again inspired me to work again.. love u so much. u r the best.. god bless u.. keep inspiring us. 😘😍
it is okay to do art for both your love of art and for the money. Also, TV is not pointless, it is an art all its own.
Love this video! This is how I feel, too. I don't want to wake up one day depressed and wonder "what if I pursued art full time." Thanks for being inspiring! :)
I need money to save lives but mostly to show the world what i can do that's the gift that god gave me.its not all about money it's about what you feel and want to do, it's about being free and happy and have fun and show what you got and express your self
Oh my goodness! This has helped me so much!
i love painting and drawing and you video...
So, Lena is a Unicorn confirmed? LOL :)
Seriously though, thank you very much for taking time to make these videos. They are so inspiring, and keeps me motivated.
thanks, your work is helping people with their art work. i will keep in touch with your vidios
Hi!
Thanks for sharing your message to the art community. This material is very useful! :)
Regards I'm considering start with commissioned art, I'll remember all of your given points in order to keep in the 'enjoying art' track rather than thinking of selling art 'just for getting more money'.
Have a good one!
Omg Lena you're so inspiring, thank you so much for this video! You are a very nice person :)
Most knowable message and informative advice. To do thank you take care stay Artistic
Why would anyone thumbs down?? Thanks for your vids.
Maybe because of the editing of this video. I cant watch this video since it's so glitchy. I didn't give thumbs down, but man, this video is hard to watch. It's. Like somenone. Would. write like. This. IF youknow. what. I mean.