I’m ✨neurospicy✨ and have dealt with a ton of procrastination, perfectionism and self-doubt. Always feeling like I should have done more + better. My favourite quote ever is from Adventure Time of all places, and it is: “Dude, sucking at something is the first step toward being sorta good at something.” So when I feel like I’m not doing something so great, I just remind myself that by doing it at all, I’m going down that road toward my goal. 💕
So glad I heard this quote... "The best time to plant a tree was twenty years ago.... but the second best time is now" Thank you so much for your videos!!
this made me cry. this video was so sweet tammy, incredibly touching and inspiring. thank you so much for everything you do, so grateful for you being here 💜💜
I also still struggle with perfectionism as an artist and I’m in my 40’s! I lean into it now and think that’s why I chose collage as my medium - I can move around the paper before gluing it and also cover parts I don’t like with paper. Just keep creating and don’t put expectations on your art. 😊
This video means a lot to me. I've always wanted to pursue art. My mother just told me to my face that "you don't have the talent for it, there are many artists in this world and you can't compete with them." It broke my heart into a million little pieces. Now I'm done studying finance and accounting and I absolutely hate numbers. I'm going to go job hunting in this field. But this video, gave me a small hope, maybe just maybe... I'll be able to pull this off.
Hey, I truly get you. The finance classes when math isn’t fun… When the artist wants to be released like a genie trapped in a bottle. But think of it this way maybe…What if you do the accounting/finance/business? It’ll be there when you need to use it for your art business. If you have a finance job already lined up, take it, work it and learn all you can. Meanwhile, do your art. Work your craft on the side with no pressure. Play and experience. Then you can bring your talents together when you’re more experienced in both. You got this.
@@wipedslate She's a wonderful mother but she has the tendency to be uhh... Straightforward and blunt when it comes to stating her opinion. But thank you! ❤️
Thank you, Tammy. Your video helps a lot. I've insecure for aa long as I can remember. I'm in my mid thirties and it's been only a few weeks since I had the courage to set up a shop. I really need to have faith and not give up. I never thought about being someone else or being an imposter. I've played and studied music for a long time and I even have a bachelor's degree in it. And you made me realise I was trying to be someone I could never really become. I genuinely think I was born to create and to make art. So thanks again. This helps me to continue on the path that feels like 'me'. ❤
Agreed. I started my TikTok account without inviting all my facebook friends as I wanted it to be an organic growth, not something my friends feel obligated to follow. Not excelling at TikTok at all, but that's all part of the learning curve.
you have no idea how much i needed this. i am currently recording my first art youtube video-- after 5 years of wishing and hoping-- thinking i needed new equipment, skills, or ideas. i told myself i am NOT letting myself chicken out this time. it may not be the best or most professional, but i realized i need to learn through doing. i love your videos, they're always so perfectly timed. thank you.
your art and ceramics are so pretty, you just gained a fan and i'm sure i'm not the only one who fell in love with it so don't be scared to put yourself out there
I watched a ted talk about stress and redirecting it. The lady said the panic and fear and/or anxiety you have over a test or a new challenge, to think it’s your body preparing you for “battle” or for succeeding.
I’m in a stage where I feel so much anxiety to post my art to social media for my small business with a feeling of being judged. I can see it’s because I was trying to impress people with my art and thinking that my art was not good enough. This video did help me gain more confident in myself and that I am not alone 🥹 Thank you for sharing this video I love your art and your content 🧡
Never clicked so fast. 😭💕 When I finally had the courage to make art for my living, two months into my business, the pandemic hit me and tore me apart. It didn’t even left a crumb of self esteem. Somehow, it killed the core, and getting back on my feet is unbearably hard. To the point I talk myself into actually not being capable of creating something likable at all. Yet… I’m an artist. Like, my whole life long I was creating all sorts of art. Thank you, Tammy. Slowly, but surely, I’ll make my steps to be friends with my creative self again.
I am 15, and I before I have never thought that art could be an option for my career. However, I have always been doing art here and there in my life. So, one day I just had this idea to make a manwha. I soon realised that I lack the confidence and the strength in my ideas to push me to draw something unique for a long period of time. I have been struggling with accepting my own art, although I love doing it. My confidence comes in rare bursts, and ends just as fast. This video helped inspire me, so I might just as well pick up my pencil and try to enjoy art once again.
At 3:48 I thought you were suddenly holding a wig hahaha... But thank you so much. I really needed to hear this. Growing up, I had always loved drawing and designing clothes and thinking I was going to be in the fashion industry making designs. Or animation. Or just... anything to do with drawing. But I had never been confident of my art. I really wonder what would have happened if I didn't waste all these years. I'm 31 now, and haven't touched a pencil for close to 18 years.... this is the wake up call that I needed. Thank you.
This spoke to me in terms of consistency. RUclips has somethign I've been passionate about but just like you mentioned, I felt unworthy. Now, after working hard on myself, I let go of that negativity and just kept focusing on the good and I've been seeing nothing but great things now. Thanks for this video.
As soon as the clips after “let me think about that” started, I started crying and I kept crying until the end. I love how open and close you are to us through your videos. Thank you for always sharing your journey. You always know how to make us feel not alone in the journey of becoming a better, more confident artist. It means so much to us that you take the time to put so much care and effort to comfort and encourage us to keep going. I say us, but it just I making this comment 😊
Thank you so much for this video, for sharing your thoughts, your experience and for being so honest and vulnerable with us. I struggle immensely with a lot of the things you mentioned, confidence probably being the thing I lack the most. I grew up learning that I was never good enough (that I was "damaged goods" and sucked) and it's been holding me back all the time. I've turned 40 last fall and it took years for me to even pick up a pencil and doodle without bursting into tears because I was so afraid of doing something wrong. I'm slowly starting to get in touch with my creative voice again and I hope that one day I'll finally be able to create without fear... You're definitely an inspiration
Just dropping in to say that your videos are so inspiring 💜As someone with multiple interests, I frequently get bogged down by my confidence and feeling like I'm not as good as other people in content creation, analysis, art, etc. It's so refreshing and uplifting to hear your story and to see how many people resonate with your thoughts and past feelings.
I've done everything else too to try not to do my art.. this is the year.. at almost 55 ..I accept I am an artist and need to do it for a living at this period in my life. Opportunities are coming to me. I only wish I had done it sooner. Yep.. spent years trying to get approval of others, but was miserable, and unhappy.
thank you for sharing this video, all the points you mention are so relatable. I am 50 and a year ago I decided to go public with my art. indeed just start and do it.❤
this is the best advice for artists and something I really needed to hear. Sometimes it is so hard to get out of that negative loop of unworthiness and the feeling of not quite fitting in. I'm not the best artist but as you, I tried to do everything to suppress my art from a law degree, psychology degree, and nothing felt right but starting a business felt so scary! You're right, confidence is so important and as a fellow anxious person, it's something necessary for us to get through to get to where we want to be 🤍 Thank you, Tammy! Your videos are always so comforting and inspiring 🤍
i love you tammy, i'm starting to make my own small business and you're my inspiration, i would love to do what makes me happy. thank you for making videos to inspire uncomfy people like me.
Thanks for this sweet video Tammy 💜I opened my shop for creative decorative items (3D-printed) yesterday and I know it's stupid, but I was kind of discouraged about whether I'll succeed, lost a little confidence. For me it was the other way around. As a teenager I was quite confident in my art and was drawing all the time, but after artschool my motivation kinda dropped lol I think it's because I became more aware of my "competition" and the great stuff others make. It was so weird, because I've never really compared myself to anyone and I am also not dragging myself down or even thinking about it. It's just there, a feeling of discouragement... I can imagine it's very hard to get away from this mindset once you're really in. Only compare yourself to your past self and old creations to see how far you've come!
Gosh, I identified so much. It’s hard not to be hard on oneself. I’m a Chemical engineer, but I am not employed as one at the moment and sometimes it feels frustrating and it seems like one has to have a job in your field of study. I felt I have pushed myself back a lot and I know that I have a very creative side. I can say that in so many years that I’ve watched RUclips your video is the only one that really has inspired. Thank you for the big heart you have and such lovely art. ❤
Thank you for this video... I needed to hear it. I am currently in that state of non-movement because of my negative self worth. So much so that I am struggling to get to the point of getting through it and just trying. I have always put art on the back burner because of what everyone in my life has told me, it wouldn't be stable, I wouldn't make money with it. Now that I am older I have to bat away those thoughts, I am in a stable place where I am encouraged to do what I want, if I just try. Thank you for making yourself uncomfortable, making the voices in our heads be reminded that it isn't true. Just truly try.
Hii! I'm working on an overly-ambitious, very stressful project for my small business that's been taking way too much time for the amount I got paid for 😑 I've been burning out for months but I have to deliver so I push myself to a very unhealthy level 😣 but I found your channel yesterday! and it's so inspiring and calming to watch you and see your journey, thoughts, and struggles, I severely need to reaccess my business model and make A LOT of changes. I'm so grateful for finding you, you're awesome 🤍 I feel so cozy now
i dont know i need this until i hear this. really really appreciate this video. i used to be afraid that my skill is not enough to make any masterpiece but after watching, i think i changed. tysmmmm
That quote really sat with me, I’m currently running my own small business and I have been so doubtful about my art but somehow I always pull myself back because I know this is what I wanna do. Thank you for this video and quote!
Thank you Tammy. You are making such a difference in so many people’s lives. You make the creative small business process feel much less scary. You offer such kind and gentle encouragement. I love the idea of just start creating content- no need to let anyone know until you are ready. The right people will find you! 💖🌷
ouch I have tears in my eyes! I'm going to start my small business and your channel is like meeting a dear friend every day to advise and encourage me, you are one of my biggest inspirations and I identify a lot with your story. Thank you for your life Tammy
I want to thank you for finding the courage to post, this has helped me so much! This is very powerful, God bless you! You are AWESOME! don't ever forget that! Thousands of us love you, I am grateful for your hard work. Thank you again! Caroline
You are such a sweetheart Tammy.💖 I have battled for most of my life feeling uncomfy and unworthy. And admitting to myself that none of those feelings matter I’m now completely clear about what I do with my art and am surprised every day by how following my heart and keeping the momentum is so easy. I agree that not inviting family and friends in is right for me too. Mainly because of who I am , I’ll always read more into what they say. I stick with what I love and what excites me. Love your videos, just keep being you.🐨💞🙏🏻
Thank you for making this video. I used to enjoy drawing but because of my lack of self esteem I just stopped drawing because I thought I would never be as good as other artists I admire. I studied graphic design but been all over the place (programming, 3d) because in graphic design I never got a good job. Now I'm 36 and luckily, a few years ago, I started drawing again and a few months ago I realised this is what I really want to do, instead of focusing in studying something that supposedly makes you make money fast. Still, One of the problems I always run into is starting a projects/drawing because I still feel there's lots to learn. This video is the answer to that feeling.
This video hits way too close to home. I’m at a standstill in my life not because i feel like there’s a wall blocking the path, but it’s the wall that i can’t stop staring at. Thank you for making this video! It makes me feel less alone in the process!
I did the dame thing in art school. I decided to pursue fashion design and joined classes with people who had way more experience than me. it was so hard for me to stop comparing myself. It is nice to hear that someone else went through the same thing in school. I am starting my own sewing/fashion channel soon. I needed this. thank you.
You’re such a gem, Tammy. I’ve been watching your videos for quite some time and every post brings me comfort. Videos like this leaves me feeling empowered to come back to art. When I’m working my day job, I reach for your videos like this, because it reminds me that there is an end goal to the hard, mundane work- to continue funding for my art journey. Confidence is something I struggled with as well. To say with your chest that you’re an artist and be proud of your work… so “I am an artist, and no one can take that away from me-“ hit home, and I’ll affirm that within myself. Beautiful job, Tammy! ✨
I'm turning 25 and have only started now to really embrace my artistic journey even though it's full of uncertainties. The things you said are really helpful and comforting especially as someone who wants to grow silently from everyone I know as well. It made me realize that's okay, and I can choose to keep growing no matter what anyone says.
What a blessing to have wisdom and emotional intelligence at such a young age. Thank you for sharing your journey and great advice. You're such an inspiration to me!
Just wanted to say that regardless of the topic, your energy in every single one of your videos helps me so so much! 🌼✨ There's just something about it that tickles my brain the right way and gets my creative juices flowing 🌊 I can't recommend your channel enough! 🫶
YOUR ARE SO BEAUTIFUL!!! seriously thank you so much i rlly appreciate u! i was demotivated my a comment and it wasn’t hateful but it killed my spirit and apart of me felt like an idiot for believing that i can be a successful artist but this video rlly helped me realize that it’s possible so thank you again sending much love
Your videos make me cry sometimes. You’re so inspirational and I never would have opened an Etsy store if I hadn’t found your channel. Thank you for helping me feel less uncomfy in the world.
Thank youu!! This is something I have been dealing with for a reaaally long time. I am 22 and feel extremely unaccomplished. I want to start my own business but am insecure about my skills. This brings me hope. Love your work!! It is lovely.
I'm in tears. thank you. for a whole year I've been in a stand still with my art over a lot of things you mentioned. I feel so much better after this video. thank you!
Tammy, This is really sweet and helpful video on tips. I wish when I started running a small business I did a lot of things differently. It takes a lot of hard work and it's like having multiple jobs in one. Being the creative side as making items and also being the photographer, social media person, and taking time to have breaks with health etc. It's a lot managing a small business solo. I'd say with anyone being new to starting: Take time to really make sure its what they want to do. Because it can burn someone out very fast.With being the editor, photographer, running a website, packaging, inventory,making items, hours on making items. It can be exhausting for anyone at any step of the journey. But taking the leap was the best decision. Because at the end of the day. It gives me pure joy! seeing someone be able to have art made by and artist. 🎨All the hard work is always a plus. I enjoy being apart of your channel Uncomfy. 🧸🌈💖
What an awesome video. Thank you for always being honest and helpful. I said before that I saw your commercial, my first reaction was oh my gosh, I know her. The truth is because of your honest and willing Ness to help others, I feel like I know you. Thank you Tammy. You are very special😊❤❤
I'm so glad I found your account! I've been struggling for YEARS and even went on a long hiatus just cause I kept trying to give myself an art style similar to my favourite artists. I lost my spark cause I wanted to be someone I wasn't. Now that I've watched this video, I'm definitely writing some of the things you said in your video into my sketch book so I can get inspired every time I open my sketch book! Thankk youu 💙💙
If there’s one thing I learned being an artist and running a business it’s that everyone has the same struggles and we all feel like we’re ✨the only ones✨ when we struggle. Thank you for sharing this video with us! :-)
This morning I was thinking about giving up but still hoping for a little sign... This video is a gem! Such an encouraging message for us. Thank you Tammy 😌
Tammy, thank you so much for making this video! Last week I felt extremely sad about my goals, especially about my dream job ( Physicist ) after seeing tones of videos about talented people, who were "gifted" with the ability to do the best results from the first try, applying to uni at teenage etc. I stopped validating my dreams because of knowing that, comparing to them, my skills are miserable😭 Same with my art. Seeing so much talanted people already using "all the ideas" and being successful, made me think that my art wouldn't be unique and interesting to others at all. You and your videos make me feel not only extremely comfortable and cozy, but supported and, in some way, protected from this condemnation and pressure of bad thoughts. Send you love and thank from Ukraine❤
Thanks for sharing your journey and struggles and also letting me know that it's ok to just be me. Really helped me open up a new window to my life! I'll add some of the tips and advice you shared with me and looking forward to continuing on my journey. Thank you for sharing your wisdom Tammy! You're an amazing and beautiful person! Wishing you all the very best! Lots of love to you!😃😃🥰🥰🥰
Thankyou so much for your lovely videos. Im about to open my art business in 2 days and I'm learning so much from you about how I want to be able to make videos. Your videos DO give me comfort. Not only are they informative but they are so well-structured and relaxing and comfort-inducing.that I listen to them on repeat when I'm driving and I love them so much. You give me hope that I can also reach people throught my art and my videos. Ive been so busy so it's mostly just been reels/shorts until now but I hope I'll get a chance to make more soon. By the way, Im about 30 years older than you but I can relate to so much of your experience and thoughts ❤ Thankyou 🌹🌹🌹🌹♥️
Thank you for being your authentic self. I truly enjoy your videos and I'm so proud of you for continuing to challenge yourself to go outside of your comfort zone; it's something I know I could/should do more of..and how awesome to hear about the Amazon commercial
Every single word spoke right to my soul! This video came at the right time Tammy, I stopped posting my art on instagram because I felt it's not worth to be shared. But I love drawing, I love creating and I have so many ideas in my head. I NEED to let them out. And I will 💪
You know, you r videos almost always come at the right time, when I feel lost, insecure, or burnt out,... it is very impressive how I've positively changed since the first time i've ever watched you, which is like 4 months ago, now I am less lost, learn how to guide myself whenever that feeling comes, or just believe in myself just a little bit more day by day. You're doing a very great job Tammy, both as an artist and as an influencer!
omg , i`ve just found ur channel and it`s so warm and comfortable. you look like a lady eld in Enchanted forest . Please i need more such people in my life
I'm crying 😭 This video is a reminder for me to start my dream to pursue my art hobby. I have already started in 2018 but put on hiatus because I have already lost my confidence. This is uplifting and inspired me to start again.. thank you
I've never had a problem with motivation, it's just that all the external circumstances have led to the fact that I just need to work and it's become a problem. It's like I'm not doing something I love to do but a punishment, this manifested itself recently when my dad belittled everything I do so much that I couldn't go near a tablet for over a month and now I still feel less like doing it than before. It's like all this time I've been trying to convince those around me that what I'm doing is okay, but not myself, and when external factors reminded me of that, everything collapsed and now I won't be able to start moving again like I used to, but I don't know the new route yet either
Thank you for making this video! I feel like I needed to hear this. I don't have a business myself, but I am an artist who is looking for a way to make art my career as well. It is really difficult to build confidence when you are just posting your work into the vast internet which is already flooded with so many amazing and creative content. I have to keep reminding myself that my journey is my own and it is not a competition. Watching your videos always brings me comfort, thank you! And this one really brought back some sense and hope to my day. Let's keep doing our best!
I really needed to hear this. I know I want to start my own small business. Like you said, I know I need to practice to get better and I am starting completely from nothing. I have no art background other than high school (that I didn’t take seriously). I am lacking the confidence in myself to try and when I do I get discouraged because I have no idea what I’m doing.
Thank you for this video, Tammy. Last year, just as I was on the verge of launching merch, I injured my drawing arm and was diagnosed with TOS. My hopes fell to the wayside, and I found myself struggling with the idea of if I was ready or not when I could hardly draw. I've been made to reconsider my work ethic and what it means to perservere. I realize now that the answer to all of my questions and concerns is to start.
I will never ever regret subscribing to you, this video helped so much, and even tho I've heard the "time to grow a tree" quote before, hearing you say it in this sense (in the topic of art) really pushed me to start the things I've always wanted to do, thank you so much for this video it was extremely helpful, I'm so thankful I found your content and you as a creator, and I can't wait to begin this long art journey ahead😊
Great video Tammy! Hopefully some younger artists will not get too discouraged about art. I know it can be hard sometimes but you and a handful of other creatives leave inspiring messages. We need this.
Thank you, it was truly inspiring. 🌸Could I request a video about finding your unique style as an artist? Specifically, how you create your main characters and what inspires you to develop your distinctive style. It would be incredibly helpful, as I’m currently stuck at this stage due to overthinking. Sending you all lots of love. 🫶🏾
I found that my fear dissapears when I practise, the more I accept that it may not turn out how I want it to the first time I try, it may if I try 3, 4 or 5 times. If I allow myself to fail then my fear of not achieving what I want to achieve lessens and I know from experience that I will eventually achieve my goal and I feel.more confident 😊
thank you so much for posting this! you have inspired me for a very long time. I want to start a business were I sell prints and make pottery. I want to start a channel in the hopes that I share my love for art, essentialism and slow-living with other people. Thanks to you I plan on posting today! Much love goes to you🤍
Great video, really good advice and encouragement. Something that helps me is looking back at my work over the years to reflect on what I've made and learned. It's easy to get lost in the day-to-day and not really observe your growth and accomplishments. Related, make sure to celebrate your wins instead of immediately moving onto the next goal/project/whatever with this thought that you'll have fun once you "make it". There's always the next thing, so enjoy the process.
Thank you for this video! I really needed it today. I found you by accident a couple of weeks ago, but I feel like you’re already inspiring me and I am so grateful that I found your channel! Truly thank you! x
Another thing that I would add is that you will never feel like you are ready.
agreed!!
So true, just start and try it out, you don't really have anything to lose.
It is very true.
True ,I feel like I have so much to do
So true !
I’m ✨neurospicy✨ and have dealt with a ton of procrastination, perfectionism and self-doubt. Always feeling like I should have done more + better. My favourite quote ever is from Adventure Time of all places, and it is: “Dude, sucking at something is the first step toward being sorta good at something.” So when I feel like I’m not doing something so great, I just remind myself that by doing it at all, I’m going down that road toward my goal. 💕
Hey 👋. Nice to see you here. We're following some of the same artists and creators
@@mimisart hellloooo! 💕🍓
So glad I heard this quote... "The best time to plant a tree was twenty years ago.... but the second best time is now"
Thank you so much for your videos!!
this made me cry. this video was so sweet tammy, incredibly touching and inspiring. thank you so much for everything you do, so grateful for you being here 💜💜
I also still struggle with perfectionism as an artist and I’m in my 40’s! I lean into it now and think that’s why I chose collage as my medium - I can move around the paper before gluing it and also cover parts I don’t like with paper. Just keep creating and don’t put expectations on your art. 😊
This video means a lot to me. I've always wanted to pursue art. My mother just told me to my face that "you don't have the talent for it, there are many artists in this world and you can't compete with them." It broke my heart into a million little pieces. Now I'm done studying finance and accounting and I absolutely hate numbers. I'm going to go job hunting in this field. But this video, gave me a small hope, maybe just maybe... I'll be able to pull this off.
Hey, I truly get you. The finance classes when math isn’t fun… When the artist wants to be released like a genie trapped in a bottle. But think of it this way maybe…What if you do the accounting/finance/business? It’ll be there when you need to use it for your art business. If you have a finance job already lined up, take it, work it and learn all you can. Meanwhile, do your art. Work your craft on the side with no pressure. Play and experience. Then you can bring your talents together when you’re more experienced in both. You got this.
You will pull this off! So sorry that came from your mother. I hope you pursue art in some ways or other ❤
Hearing that from your mom is hard 😢 But you're your own person. Follow your heart 💛 Wishing you all the best. From a mom.
@@PorterWood09 Yes, I'll most probably try and do that. Thank you ❤️
@@wipedslate She's a wonderful mother but she has the tendency to be uhh... Straightforward and blunt when it comes to stating her opinion. But thank you! ❤️
All of these comments are so validating, wishing everyone a great journey
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Thank you, Tammy. Your video helps a lot. I've insecure for aa long as I can remember. I'm in my mid thirties and it's been only a few weeks since I had the courage to set up a shop. I really need to have faith and not give up. I never thought about being someone else or being an imposter. I've played and studied music for a long time and I even have a bachelor's degree in it. And you made me realise I was trying to be someone I could never really become. I genuinely think I was born to create and to make art. So thanks again. This helps me to continue on the path that feels like 'me'. ❤
You’re absolutely right about it being best to not tell anyone about social media, it just makes it harder and even more awkward at the beginning 🥺❤
Agreed. I started my TikTok account without inviting all my facebook friends as I wanted it to be an organic growth, not something my friends feel obligated to follow. Not excelling at TikTok at all, but that's all part of the learning curve.
you have no idea how much i needed this.
i am currently recording my first art youtube video-- after 5 years of wishing and hoping-- thinking i needed new equipment, skills, or ideas. i told myself i am NOT letting myself chicken out this time. it may not be the best or most professional, but i realized i need to learn through doing.
i love your videos, they're always so perfectly timed. thank you.
your art and ceramics are so pretty, you just gained a fan and i'm sure i'm not the only one who fell in love with it so don't be scared to put yourself out there
Congratulations and well done on recording your first art youtube video 🎉. Keep creating, and ditch what others think. ☺
I watched a ted talk about stress and redirecting it. The lady said the panic and fear and/or anxiety you have over a test or a new challenge, to think it’s your body preparing you for “battle” or for succeeding.
I’m in a stage where I feel so much anxiety to post my art to social media for my small business with a feeling of being judged. I can see it’s because I was trying to impress people with my art and thinking that my art was not good enough. This video did help me gain more confident in myself and that I am not alone 🥹 Thank you for sharing this video I love your art and your content 🧡
Never clicked so fast. 😭💕
When I finally had the courage to make art for my living, two months into my business, the pandemic hit me and tore me apart. It didn’t even left a crumb of self esteem.
Somehow, it killed the core, and getting back on my feet is unbearably hard. To the point I talk myself into actually not being capable of creating something likable at all.
Yet…
I’m an artist. Like, my whole life long I was creating all sorts of art. Thank you, Tammy.
Slowly, but surely, I’ll make my steps to be friends with my creative self again.
I am 15, and I before I have never thought that art could be an option for my career. However, I have always been doing art here and there in my life. So, one day I just had this idea to make a manwha. I soon realised that I lack the confidence and the strength in my ideas to push me to draw something unique for a long period of time. I have been struggling with accepting my own art, although I love doing it. My confidence comes in rare bursts, and ends just as fast. This video helped inspire me, so I might just as well pick up my pencil and try to enjoy art once again.
Your authenticity shines straight through, Tammy. You're doing so well! A lovely reminder for someone like me trying to start something new.
At 3:48 I thought you were suddenly holding a wig hahaha... But thank you so much. I really needed to hear this. Growing up, I had always loved drawing and designing clothes and thinking I was going to be in the fashion industry making designs. Or animation. Or just... anything to do with drawing. But I had never been confident of my art. I really wonder what would have happened if I didn't waste all these years. I'm 31 now, and haven't touched a pencil for close to 18 years.... this is the wake up call that I needed. Thank you.
This spoke to me in terms of consistency. RUclips has somethign I've been passionate about but just like you mentioned, I felt unworthy. Now, after working hard on myself, I let go of that negativity and just kept focusing on the good and I've been seeing nothing but great things now. Thanks for this video.
This healed something in my soul. Thank you, Tammy ❤
As soon as the clips after “let me think about that” started, I started crying and I kept crying until the end. I love how open and close you are to us through your videos. Thank you for always sharing your journey. You always know how to make us feel not alone in the journey of becoming a better, more confident artist. It means so much to us that you take the time to put so much care and effort to comfort and encourage us to keep going. I say us, but it just I making this comment 😊
Thank you so much for this video, for sharing your thoughts, your experience and for being so honest and vulnerable with us. I struggle immensely with a lot of the things you mentioned, confidence probably being the thing I lack the most. I grew up learning that I was never good enough (that I was "damaged goods" and sucked) and it's been holding me back all the time. I've turned 40 last fall and it took years for me to even pick up a pencil and doodle without bursting into tears because I was so afraid of doing something wrong. I'm slowly starting to get in touch with my creative voice again and I hope that one day I'll finally be able to create without fear... You're definitely an inspiration
thank you so much for the mail!!!❤❤
Just dropping in to say that your videos are so inspiring 💜As someone with multiple interests, I frequently get bogged down by my confidence and feeling like I'm not as good as other people in content creation, analysis, art, etc. It's so refreshing and uplifting to hear your story and to see how many people resonate with your thoughts and past feelings.
I've done everything else too to try not to do my art.. this is the year.. at almost 55 ..I accept I am an artist and need to do it for a living at this period in my life. Opportunities are coming to me. I only wish I had done it sooner. Yep.. spent years trying to get approval of others, but was miserable, and unhappy.
thank you for sharing this video, all the points you mention are so relatable. I am 50 and a year ago I decided to go public with my art. indeed just start and do it.❤
this is the best advice for artists and something I really needed to hear. Sometimes it is so hard to get out of that negative loop of unworthiness and the feeling of not quite fitting in. I'm not the best artist but as you, I tried to do everything to suppress my art from a law degree, psychology degree, and nothing felt right but starting a business felt so scary! You're right, confidence is so important and as a fellow anxious person, it's something necessary for us to get through to get to where we want to be 🤍 Thank you, Tammy! Your videos are always so comforting and inspiring 🤍
i love you tammy, i'm starting to make my own small business and you're my inspiration, i would love to do what makes me happy. thank you for making videos to inspire uncomfy people like me.
Thanks for this sweet video Tammy 💜I opened my shop for creative decorative items (3D-printed) yesterday and I know it's stupid, but I was kind of discouraged about whether I'll succeed, lost a little confidence. For me it was the other way around. As a teenager I was quite confident in my art and was drawing all the time, but after artschool my motivation kinda dropped lol I think it's because I became more aware of my "competition" and the great stuff others make. It was so weird, because I've never really compared myself to anyone and I am also not dragging myself down or even thinking about it. It's just there, a feeling of discouragement... I can imagine it's very hard to get away from this mindset once you're really in.
Only compare yourself to your past self and old creations to see how far you've come!
Gosh, I identified so much. It’s hard not to be hard on oneself. I’m a Chemical engineer, but I am not employed as one at the moment and sometimes it feels frustrating and it seems like one has to have a job in your field of study. I felt I have pushed myself back a lot and I know that I have a very creative side. I can say that in so many years that I’ve watched RUclips your video is the only one that really has inspired. Thank you for the big heart you have and such lovely art. ❤
Thank you for this video... I needed to hear it. I am currently in that state of non-movement because of my negative self worth. So much so that I am struggling to get to the point of getting through it and just trying. I have always put art on the back burner because of what everyone in my life has told me, it wouldn't be stable, I wouldn't make money with it. Now that I am older I have to bat away those thoughts, I am in a stable place where I am encouraged to do what I want, if I just try. Thank you for making yourself uncomfortable, making the voices in our heads be reminded that it isn't true. Just truly try.
Your videos bring me so much comfort as I navigate my own art journey!!! Thank you for making your content and for being authentic
Hii! I'm working on an overly-ambitious, very stressful project for my small business that's been taking way too much time for the amount I got paid for 😑 I've been burning out for months but I have to deliver so I push myself to a very unhealthy level 😣 but I found your channel yesterday! and it's so inspiring and calming to watch you and see your journey, thoughts, and struggles, I severely need to reaccess my business model and make A LOT of changes. I'm so grateful for finding you, you're awesome 🤍 I feel so cozy now
I almost cried, I needed to hear this today. Thank you so much Tammy, you are such a bright spot in this world.
i dont know i need this until i hear this. really really appreciate this video. i used to be afraid that my skill is not enough to make any masterpiece but after watching, i think i changed. tysmmmm
That quote really sat with me, I’m currently running my own small business and I have been so doubtful about my art but somehow I always pull myself back because I know this is what I wanna do.
Thank you for this video and quote!
Thank you Tammy. You are making such a difference in so many people’s lives. You make the creative small business process feel much less scary. You offer such kind and gentle encouragement. I love the idea of just start creating content- no need to let anyone know until you are ready. The right people will find you! 💖🌷
ouch I have tears in my eyes! I'm going to start my small business and your channel is like meeting a dear friend every day to advise and encourage me, you are one of my biggest inspirations and I identify a lot with your story. Thank you for your life Tammy
I get so stoked when you post. It really feels like a motivating chat with a good friend and someone who will always be real with me. You rock ❤🎉
The way in which you arrange your thoughts and articulate your words is so prescient but also warm and kind. Thank you for such a great video Tammy ❤
I want to thank you for finding the courage to post, this has helped me so much! This is very powerful, God bless you! You are AWESOME! don't ever forget that! Thousands of us love you, I am grateful for your hard work. Thank you again! Caroline
Thanks to this amazing RUclipsr, I opened a small shop because her videos gave me the confidence to create. Thank you, Mrs. Uncomfy! 💕😌
You are such a sweetheart Tammy.💖 I have battled for most of my life feeling uncomfy and unworthy. And admitting to myself that none of those feelings matter I’m now completely clear about what I do with my art and am surprised every day by how following my heart and keeping the momentum is so easy. I agree that not inviting family and friends in is right for me too. Mainly because of who I am , I’ll always read more into what they say. I stick with what I love and what excites me. Love your videos, just keep being you.🐨💞🙏🏻
Saved this video for when my friends start to get down in the dumps about their work, you explained things way better than I could.
I feel like this is just good advice in general. Not just art. Love your content
Thank you for making this video. I used to enjoy drawing but because of my lack of self esteem I just stopped drawing because I thought I would never be as good as other artists I admire. I studied graphic design but been all over the place (programming, 3d) because in graphic design I never got a good job. Now I'm 36 and luckily, a few years ago, I started drawing again and a few months ago I realised this is what I really want to do, instead of focusing in studying something that supposedly makes you make money fast. Still, One of the problems I always run into is starting a projects/drawing because I still feel there's lots to learn. This video is the answer to that feeling.
You are very sweet! Thank you for such a kind reminder that the art process does not need to be so hard or painful
This video hits way too close to home. I’m at a standstill in my life not because i feel like there’s a wall blocking the path, but it’s the wall that i can’t stop staring at. Thank you for making this video! It makes me feel less alone in the process!
I actually want to start vlogging again, eating healthy because of youuuu tammy!
Thank you Tammy! Just… thank you. ❤❤❤ You have such a beautiful heart- and you’re a blessing to us all. ❤ God bless you love. Always! ❤❤
I did the dame thing in art school. I decided to pursue fashion design and joined classes with people who had way more experience than me. it was so hard for me to stop comparing myself. It is nice to hear that someone else went through the same thing in school. I am starting my own sewing/fashion channel soon. I needed this. thank you.
You’re such a gem, Tammy. I’ve been watching your videos for quite some time and every post brings me comfort. Videos like this leaves me feeling empowered to come back to art. When I’m working my day job, I reach for your videos like this, because it reminds me that there is an end goal to the hard, mundane work- to continue funding for my art journey. Confidence is something I struggled with as well. To say with your chest that you’re an artist and be proud of your work… so “I am an artist, and no one can take that away from me-“ hit home, and I’ll affirm that within myself.
Beautiful job, Tammy! ✨
Wow the part about not trying to be unique and being authentic with ideas really hit me.
I'm turning 25 and have only started now to really embrace my artistic journey even though it's full of uncertainties. The things you said are really helpful and comforting especially as someone who wants to grow silently from everyone I know as well. It made me realize that's okay, and I can choose to keep growing no matter what anyone says.
good luck to you!!!
What a blessing to have wisdom and emotional intelligence at such a young age. Thank you for sharing your journey and great advice. You're such an inspiration to me!
Just wanted to say that regardless of the topic, your energy in every single one of your videos helps me so so much! 🌼✨ There's just something about it that tickles my brain the right way and gets my creative juices flowing 🌊 I can't recommend your channel enough! 🫶
YOUR ARE SO BEAUTIFUL!!! seriously thank you so much i rlly appreciate u! i was demotivated my a comment and it wasn’t hateful but it killed my spirit and apart of me felt like an idiot for believing that i can be a successful artist but this video rlly helped me realize that it’s possible so thank you again sending much love
Your videos make me cry sometimes. You’re so inspirational and I never would have opened an Etsy store if I hadn’t found your channel. Thank you for helping me feel less uncomfy in the world.
I feel I'm going to come back to this video over and over in the future :') It's like a gentle hug, and I sort of want to cry... thank you.
Thank youu!! This is something I have been dealing with for a reaaally long time. I am 22 and feel extremely unaccomplished. I want to start my own business but am insecure about my skills. This brings me hope. Love your work!! It is lovely.
I'm in tears. thank you. for a whole year I've been in a stand still with my art over a lot of things you mentioned. I feel so much better after this video. thank you!
Tammy, This is really sweet and helpful video on tips. I wish when I started running a small business I did a lot of things differently. It takes a lot of hard work and it's like having multiple jobs in one. Being the creative side as making items and also being the photographer, social media person, and taking time to have breaks with health etc. It's a lot managing a small business solo. I'd say with anyone being new to starting: Take time to really make sure its what they want to do. Because it can burn someone out very fast.With being the editor, photographer, running a website, packaging, inventory,making items, hours on making items. It can be exhausting for anyone at any step of the journey. But taking the leap was the best decision. Because at the end of the day. It gives me pure joy! seeing someone be able to have art made by and artist. 🎨All the hard work is always a plus. I enjoy being apart of your channel Uncomfy. 🧸🌈💖
What an awesome video. Thank you for always being honest and helpful. I said before that I saw your commercial, my first reaction was oh my gosh, I know her. The truth is because of your honest and willing Ness to help others, I feel like I know you.
Thank you Tammy. You are very special😊❤❤
I'm so glad I found your account! I've been struggling for YEARS and even went on a long hiatus just cause I kept trying to give myself an art style similar to my favourite artists. I lost my spark cause I wanted to be someone I wasn't. Now that I've watched this video, I'm definitely writing some of the things you said in your video into my sketch book so I can get inspired every time I open my sketch book! Thankk youu 💙💙
If there’s one thing I learned being an artist and running a business it’s that everyone has the same struggles and we all feel like we’re ✨the only ones✨ when we struggle. Thank you for sharing this video with us! :-)
This morning I was thinking about giving up but still hoping for a little sign... This video is a gem! Such an encouraging message for us. Thank you Tammy 😌
Tammy, thank you so much for making this video! Last week I felt extremely sad about my goals, especially about my dream job ( Physicist ) after seeing tones of videos about talented people, who were "gifted" with the ability to do the best results from the first try, applying to uni at teenage etc. I stopped validating my dreams because of knowing that, comparing to them, my skills are miserable😭 Same with my art. Seeing so much talanted people already using "all the ideas" and being successful, made me think that my art wouldn't be unique and interesting to others at all.
You and your videos make me feel not only extremely comfortable and cozy, but supported and, in some way, protected from this condemnation and pressure of bad thoughts.
Send you love and thank from Ukraine❤
Thanks for sharing your journey and struggles and also letting me know that it's ok to just be me. Really helped me open up a new window to my life! I'll add some of the tips and advice you shared with me and looking forward to continuing on my journey. Thank you for sharing your wisdom Tammy! You're an amazing and beautiful person! Wishing you all the very best! Lots of love to you!😃😃🥰🥰🥰
New comfort RUclipsr alert! hehe, thank you so much for bringing such a positive atmosphere to RUclips and for sharing!
Thankyou so much for your lovely videos. Im about to open my art business in 2 days and I'm learning so much from you about how I want to be able to make videos. Your videos DO give me comfort. Not only are they informative but they are so well-structured and relaxing and comfort-inducing.that I listen to them on repeat when I'm driving and I love them so much. You give me hope that I can also reach people throught my art and my videos. Ive been so busy so it's mostly just been reels/shorts until now but I hope I'll get a chance to make more soon.
By the way, Im about 30 years older than you but I can relate to so much of your experience and thoughts ❤
Thankyou 🌹🌹🌹🌹♥️
Thank you for being your authentic self. I truly enjoy your videos and I'm so proud of you for continuing to challenge yourself to go outside of your comfort zone; it's something I know I could/should do more of..and how awesome to hear about the Amazon commercial
Every single word spoke right to my soul! This video came at the right time Tammy, I stopped posting my art on instagram because I felt it's not worth to be shared. But I love drawing, I love creating and I have so many ideas in my head. I NEED to let them out. And I will 💪
You know, you r videos almost always come at the right time, when I feel lost, insecure, or burnt out,... it is very impressive how I've positively changed since the first time i've ever watched you, which is like 4 months ago, now I am less lost, learn how to guide myself whenever that feeling comes, or just believe in myself just a little bit more day by day. You're doing a very great job Tammy, both as an artist and as an influencer!
Thank you Tammy for your kindness ☘️
omg , i`ve just found ur channel and it`s so warm and comfortable. you look like a lady eld in Enchanted forest . Please i need more such people in my life
I'm crying 😭 This video is a reminder for me to start my dream to pursue my art hobby. I have already started in 2018 but put on hiatus because I have already lost my confidence. This is uplifting and inspired me to start again.. thank you
It’s in the middle of the Night rn and I have to get up really early, but i Need to Watch every of your videos, I love you Girl
I’m happy that universe led me to this video cause it was just what I needed today :) Thank you Tammy❤
I've never had a problem with motivation, it's just that all the external circumstances have led to the fact that I just need to work and it's become a problem. It's like I'm not doing something I love to do but a punishment, this manifested itself recently when my dad belittled everything I do so much that I couldn't go near a tablet for over a month and now I still feel less like doing it than before.
It's like all this time I've been trying to convince those around me that what I'm doing is okay, but not myself, and when external factors reminded me of that, everything collapsed
and now I won't be able to start moving again like I used to, but I don't know the new route yet either
BABE WAKE UP UNCOMFY POSTED!!!
Your videos make me feel safe :) Thank you for posting Tammy!
Thank you for making this video! I feel like I needed to hear this. I don't have a business myself, but I am an artist who is looking for a way to make art my career as well. It is really difficult to build confidence when you are just posting your work into the vast internet which is already flooded with so many amazing and creative content. I have to keep reminding myself that my journey is my own and it is not a competition. Watching your videos always brings me comfort, thank you! And this one really brought back some sense and hope to my day. Let's keep doing our best!
Thank you for sharing and making us feel like we are not alone 🥺🖤
I really needed to hear this. I know I want to start my own small business. Like you said, I know I need to practice to get better and I am starting completely from nothing. I have no art background other than high school (that I didn’t take seriously). I am lacking the confidence in myself to try and when I do I get discouraged because I have no idea what I’m doing.
Your advices are so so soothing and empowering at the same time. Thank you Tammy!!!
Thank you for your authenticity and relatability. I can relate to what you are saying and it is very comforting and supportive 🍃
You are always an amazing catalyst for pushing me Tami 😊🤗
I’m thankful every day for you, your words and creativity.
Thank you for this video, Tammy. Last year, just as I was on the verge of launching merch, I injured my drawing arm and was diagnosed with TOS. My hopes fell to the wayside, and I found myself struggling with the idea of if I was ready or not when I could hardly draw. I've been made to reconsider my work ethic and what it means to perservere. I realize now that the answer to all of my questions and concerns is to start.
This was exactly what I needed to hear.. and brought SO much comfort and the feeling of being ok where I am with my progress. Thank you so much!
I will never ever regret subscribing to you, this video helped so much, and even tho I've heard the "time to grow a tree" quote before, hearing you say it in this sense (in the topic of art) really pushed me to start the things I've always wanted to do, thank you so much for this video it was extremely helpful, I'm so thankful I found your content and you as a creator, and I can't wait to begin this long art journey ahead😊
Great video Tammy! Hopefully some younger artists will not get too discouraged about art. I know it can be hard sometimes but you and a handful of other creatives leave inspiring messages. We need this.
The world knows when I need to hear something. Thanks, Tammy :)
Thank you, it was truly inspiring. 🌸Could I request a video about finding your unique style as an artist? Specifically, how you create your main characters and what inspires you to develop your distinctive style. It would be incredibly helpful, as I’m currently stuck at this stage due to overthinking. Sending you all lots of love. 🫶🏾
I found that my fear dissapears when I practise, the more I accept that it may not turn out how I want it to the first time I try, it may if I try 3, 4 or 5 times. If I allow myself to fail then my fear of not achieving what I want to achieve lessens and I know from experience that I will eventually achieve my goal and I feel.more confident 😊
Finally catching up on your vids after a crazy summer!! Thank you for sharing your stuff with us, Tammy ❤
Thank you so much for your video. It brings me so much cozy happiness listening to your art journey.
thank you so much for posting this! you have inspired me for a very long time. I want to start a business were I sell prints and make pottery. I want to start a channel in the hopes that I share my love for art, essentialism and slow-living with other people. Thanks to you I plan on posting today! Much love goes to you🤍
As a young artist i feel like im not enough sometimes. Thank you tammy for bringing us comfort 💗
Great video, really good advice and encouragement. Something that helps me is looking back at my work over the years to reflect on what I've made and learned. It's easy to get lost in the day-to-day and not really observe your growth and accomplishments. Related, make sure to celebrate your wins instead of immediately moving onto the next goal/project/whatever with this thought that you'll have fun once you "make it". There's always the next thing, so enjoy the process.
tammy you're glowin
This was such a treat to watch. Your message inspires me to let go of my fear and just create
Thank you for this video! I really needed it today. I found you by accident a couple of weeks ago, but I feel like you’re already inspiring me and I am so grateful that I found your channel! Truly thank you! x