Gave my Art away for free to my Subscribers due Store closure
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- Опубликовано: 28 сен 2024
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If you would like to support German in Venice with some gas money or you want to buy me a coffee you are welcome to donate to my paypal account
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It is time to give back to the community people been supporting me for years in my store today I felt that I have to give back, and I decided to give away my art for free to any of my subscribers. When they walked into my store and recognized me it felt really good to give to people who supported me.
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Create an online store for some of these items.
Etsy store - you could have your inventory online in a few mins.
Please do this Mike. I'd buy a piece. I'd love a signed copy of a 6th street bridge pic, photo or artwork. Seriously.
Yes give us German in Venice RUclips subscribers a chance to get a piece of your Artwork. ❤️ from Canada 🇨🇦
yes, 2nd Etsy!
Yeah those art peaces are really beautifull
I'm 70 years old and I am a long time subscriber, I love the GIV because he is an original down to earth guy. Always love your art and your videos, they make my day, God Bless you Mike.
We've been watching you for years GIV. My wife says your voice is comfort food. We are 51 and 52 this year. This is an excellent opportunity for you to expand your channel without being tied to the store. We love when you travel to Germany and take us with you. This is a big country GIV. Get out there and see it. Much Love from Syracuse New York.
great observation.....I feel the same way....dme in LA
Beautiful and so true.❤️
Ooh yeah! 👍😎😎🙏
Long time subscriber here from the Netherlands. I love your channel for various reasons: Your natural way of talking, the views of LA that nobody else is showing, you seem genuinely interested in what you film. You can even make normal daily life stuff interesting. Keep it up.
I didn't realize what a talented artist you are, Mike.
He was talented, and then RUclips came along!!
I'd say he's a success. And he makes it all look pretty easy.
I bet people would be willing to pay a decent amount of money for that art if it was talked about on your channel once in awhile and sold online. I know it would be a hassle to ship though. Most RUclipsrs sell cheesy merch but merch with pictures and art that you actually made would cool.
@@rayray11939 Good idea. Maybe sell only the canvas (roll it up and put it in a tube) and let the buyers mount it themselves or have a professional do it. That would solve the shipping problem.
Your giveaway of your art is reflective of your heart and soul Mike. Good on you my friend
May your next chapter be filled with happiness and fun.
Hi Mike, Sorry to see the shop closed. My brother appeared on the Price is RIght and came out from Chicago. We stayed on Venice Beach during our stay for the show based ENTIRELY on you and your channel and it was one of the best times of my life. You are the heart and soul of VB. Stopped in to see you but the shop was closed. Sorry to see the shop closed. GO online and sell there. You don't need the shop to be the KING OF VB.
I love the mixed media American flag. You are the most talented man. 👏🇺🇸
I think that is his best piece. I'd buy that in a heart beat.
German is a true artist. Everything he does is creative.
GIV! My husband and I watch you everyday. Had we known we would have driven all the way from Phoenix, Az just to buy a piece of your art! My husband and I love the print of the sixth street bridge. We look forward to more videos.
We woulda driven from Phoenix too just to say goodbye and purchase a print! Had no idea those were his personal outwork!
I wish all human beings were as kind-hearted as the GIV ❤ Peace ✌️
Their are Manny. In Manny place s 😊.
Absolutely 💯 🎉🎉🎉
I have that flag 🎉🇺🇸
I miss California really homesick for many years.
YOUR ART IS BEAUTIFUL ❤ I WENT TO THE ACADEMY OF ART IN SAN FRANCISCO...I AM IMPRESSED BY YOUT TALENT
I KNOW YOU ARE HURTING INSIDE SENDING LOVE AND PRAYERS FROM SAUSALITO CALIFORNIA...YOU ARE KILLING IT ON YOU TUBE..I WOULD HAVE BOUGHT SOMETHING FROM YOU
YOU ARE AN INCREDIBLE ARTIST I THOUGHT YOU DID HENNA TATTOOS. THE FLAG IS LIKE JASPER JOHNS.....YOUR APARTMENT WILL LOOK LIKE AN ART GALLERY. YOU ARE ALSO GIV FOREVER. A LIVING LEGEND.YOU LIVEED YOUR DREAM..NOT LAUGHING ART IS A THING OF LOVE .BEAUTIFUL WORK..NEW THINGS ARE IN YOUR FUTURE.....SENDING LOVE AND PRAYERS GOING FORWARD..CHEERS ❤
I left the Bay Area as it is nothing like it once was....Nothing but a 💩hole now....
@@Delta9SFBay11 YES PLANNING ON MOVING BACK EAST
@@kittytotten3344 I moved to Orange County, CA...much more vibrant here.
@Delta9SFBay11 YES I HAVE FRIENDS THERE... ALOT NICER AND LAUD BACK TO !!
We LOVE you GIV! You ARE Venice Beach! It won’t be the same without you😢You will be SO missed! We will keep watching your RUclips channel because we Love it so much too! You’re The Best! Can I still buy buy some of your artwork? At least 1? I would SO Love to have some of your memorabilia to keep forever with all of the rest of the good memories of you and Venice Beach! Your next chapter in life is going to be a good one, because you are such an amazing person and you deserve the Best! You’ve brought so much happiness and joy to so many! God Bless you GIV! You are so Loved and forever will be! Nothing but the best for you, Friend.❤️🙏🥰👍🏼❤️
It is interesting seeing and hearing from some of the viewers of the GIV channel. Many of us have the same reasons for watching.
I don't think I have ever cried watching a RUclips video as much as I did watching this episode of the GIV
I still feel so sad that you had to close up your store. It is so kind of you to give away your art. I hope for all good thing's for you in the future. Glad you hit 370,000 subs, next one million. G-d bless.
I'm from West Virginia and I Love Your Posts!!! Good Luck to You In the Future!!!!
GIV!!! We're both not so very young anymore. I'm 61... and YOU inspire me to NO END! I started my channel in 2020 during the shutdown. As long as I can remember, I've always loved creative crafts but never pursued it in my younger days. No matter any circumstances... I believe that we all have a story, a vision, or a song to share with others. Even though my drive is somewhat diminished over the years, and whether it affords me a living or not, I will continue pursuing all my projects until I just can't, anymore! I've learned so much about a lot of things I never knew before, even about my own country, especially old Hollywood lore, etc. HOW IS YOUR MOM, by the way? I know your creative videography and being our Tour Guide on RUclips for the day is a passion for you. I wish you continued SUCCESS as the GIV for many years to come! We ALL see the ugly MESS in California. Startup in VEGAS! You can still be the GIV... German In Vegas, right? Keep On Truckin'... I'm a FAN! ALSO... continue to STAY SAFE and HEALTHY in the BIG CITY! MUCH LOVE!
I loved meeting all the friendly people who are fellow subcribers! It was fun to learn their stories. That was so kind of you to give them a GIV souvenir. Always love that beautiful Tico smile.
❤from a German in Miami to the GIV: your artwork is spectacular and I think you are very talented and hope you get to open a bigger and better store one day❤
I’m a subcriber and a native Angeleno. I like your photo match ups, that you’re a Michael Jackson fan, your love of the Venice/LA area, your sense of humor, you’ve taught me things about LA and I’ve lived here my whole life. You are authentic and good at what you do. Thanks GIV!!!
OMG! The guy with the coke bottle brought tears to my eyes! Soooooo beautiful!
Hang in there GIV, you’re so positive and you have a great smile and attitude 😋😎🙏👍
when one door closes another one opens...... wishing you blessings and success wherever you go GIV 🙏♥️
The GIV will be a hugely successful RUclipsr. We like to see a true look at Venice and the LA area and his unique style. People like to see good people succeed. 👍
As a native Angelino, who's far away now, the GIV channel resonates with me ❤ 💥🤟
I was born in Los Angeles on February 16th and it's been about 40 years since I've been there but I don't need to go there because all I have to do is watch your videos and you take me all over the city, I love it, Thank you!
It was great to see people stopping by and saying hello. Sad that you have to give up your shop but one chapter ends and another begins. Keep doing what you're doing, GIV. You'll be alright.
MIKE YOUR A MAN OF SOO MANY SUPER GIFTS INCLUDING POSITIVE POWER LIFTING OTHERS BRING THE BEST OUT OF US GOD BLESS MOMA AND YOU MUCH LOVE ⭐💯👍💪🙏♥
The sheer gratitude to all those people who you gave artwork to was so heartwarming!
You won’t meet many people like you, Mike. I really enjoyed our time hanging out together, too 👊🏼
As the Famous Louie says " If it's free, it's for me ". I'd like to give a Massive shout out to Suki, May the beautiful sweetheart R.I.P
All the power of love is in this man. He will be fine wherever he goes.
Hello GIV...
I'm so sad that you packed up and left your business, I've been watching you for about 2 years. I wish I could have been there for your art work though, if you still have some left I would like to get one too, I'll pay for it. Have a wonderful day. Take care and be safe and warm hearted. LOVE YOU GIV, from Hamilton Ontario Canada 💖🇨🇦
To coool… How kind u are to hand out your stuff signed ,,Everyone Loves you ❤
Mike, you have this whole country to explore, and surely where ever you will travel...people will be open to you interviewing them, you're that kind of guy !!!
Mike, it's so sweet that you're sharing the last of your art with your fans! I love watching the GIV. You've done an excellent job covering the LA area! I hope you're not giving up the channel, too. That would be heartbreaking! I look forward to seeing more videos now that you're closing shop. It must be hard to give up, what has been your life for a very long time. However, I know you'll go on to do even more fascinating projects! ❤❤❤
Mike you will reap what you sow. You GIVe all the time. It’s coming back to you, already!
We watch all your videos
You are the sweetest & kindest man !! Keep going where you heart tells you ... we are looking forward to your new adventures !! Be strong
my heart aches for you. But like you said, life will go on. A new door will open for you. You're very talented. You have Many beautiful photos!! If I were there I'd stop in for an autographed photo!
GIV! WE LOVE YOU, because youre a real artist, a real creator of good content, stickers, words, your channel, your photography and videography skills, how sweet and patient you are with everyone you cover and speak to, God bless you Mike❤, From East LA California
Wow an end of an era. It must me very hard, but I understand that as you are growing as a RUclipsr you are now on to bigger and better adventures.
Mike I will be sure to share your videos on FB and X. Good luck with your full time YT endeavors
This will never be the end....Only another new beginning because you are so very loved~!!!!!!
Mike like you’ve asked why others love your channel here’s my answer. I just enjoy your content and how you show a real life perspective of LA good and bad. Also whenever you visit Germany and show us various parts of your home country. Finally i just deeply appreciate how you’re encouraging others to go follow their dreams because you never know what you can accomplish and other life advice. Congratulations Mike on your success and to your future success in the next chapter in your life.
They got so lucky being there on this historic moment
Your appreciation for Hollywood history is admirable.
GIV THANKS FOR LETTING US ALWAYS KEEPING UP WITH YOU IN YOUR GREAT ADVENTURES ❤😊
Love your channel, Mike! I’ve been following you here on YT for many years👍🏼🤍I found your because of your MJ videos 💯Keep up the good work! Lots of love from Norway 🇳🇴
Hello Mike
Thank you for being my eyes and ears in the city.
I wish I was there when you were giving your art away. I lived and worked in Venice back in 1973 and 1974. I worked at Val’s Pharmacy as a pharmacy tech. I met many famous people back then. Arnold Schwarzenegger was a regular customer, he would come in and buy vitamins and hand chalk. Jane Fonda was another regular, Peter Tork of the Monkees was too. My boss was Harvey Newman and we dated for awhile, then I moved back to my home in Ohio and now I’m retired in Florida. I’d love to have one of your post cards if you have any left!!
Martha, I'm too lived there (Santa Monica 1012 2nd St.) in 1973 and 74. Lots of memories, in including meeting Arnold at a local tennis tournament where he was watching a GF play. Mike the GIV brings back nice memories as I read each post.
If you ever came into Val’s Pharmacy then we probably saw each other! Nice to see someone else from that time. I lived on San Juan Ave in Venice , then later on moved to Santa Monica on Cedar St. Nice to reminisce about those times.
Tried to see you at your store last summer. You weren’t there. We took a picture of your storefront.
You have been blessed with some great subscribers. I'm jealous.
GIV...you are a bona fide celebrity! We watch you because you are authentic, entertaining and let us forget about our daily problems when you are on! I hope you make a ton of money with youtube and I wish you nothing but success as you focus on RUclips.
I started watching the GIV during COVID. Now my wife likes watching RUclips videos of the GIV also. Keep the videos coming. We love you Michael 💓
Mike!! You're missing your moment and your muse..Miss Daisy!! She's so photogenic and she has such a weird charm. Capture her while you can. Save each other! She's your Mona Lisa!
Aww shucks. We were planning a trip out there just to go to Venice Beach and find you. Lol. I have 4 older teen age sons and finding family trips are hard to do. We are taking a round-trip train from Chicago to L.A... So the train ride is really the trip; AMERICA 24 HOURS. You were going to be the surprise cherry on top. Sure it may not seem like a great trip but we have never did a real scenic train ride so it was something different and new:)
Much sadness for you 💔 I've been watching since the beginning my husband loves your artwork best wishes from Indiana
I'm a late subscriber and I didn't even know you are a talented artist. Your work is awesome, I hope you continue it. I subscribed for your personality and your weird night drives around LA. Cheers!
3/4 way thru your video. I love your channel because you always see everything with eyes of wonder. I met you once and I yelled Mike and you came back on your scooter to talk. You blessed me! Next time I am in Venice I hope our paths cross. Blessings Michael!!!! I will keep watching!
The old rusted metal " California" sign looks very cool.
Wow Mike , Heartfelt , I would consider anyone who over the years that has your artwork on their walls to be very lucky ! A new and bright chapter awaits you around the corner , much peace brother .
I never got to see your store, living in Wisconsin. You are a great artist! WOW. I love your art work. Good luck on your you tube channel. You will continue to grow!💖
Another fan from WI! I'm in the Fox Cities. Great to see you here. 😊
@@theresa_lili I’m on the shores of Lake Michigan 🌸🤗
@@reclinerdetective2412 Nice!! We are almost neighbors! Be well.
Venice will never be the same without you! Thank you man for all you have given to us and continue to share your adventures with all of us!1
Oh Angel! I did the same after being choked in my home at 2536 5th street, and before immigrating to the UK. It felt surreal, and for me, more glad than sad. Only moments in and I had to share and give you a huge virtual hug. Thing about artists is that we can’t cannot make things. And we can’t keep it all. Where would we put it? Much love. ❤️🫂❤️🇬🇧
It's very unfortunate that you didn't have an online shop because I think you would have sold it all sooner. I didn't even know you were so talented and had such good photos. Greetings from Rheinland Pfalz.
Your Artwork is really Amazing Mike. I watched this video & it was wonderful to see you Generously gifting your Art to Your Audience that follow you on RUclips. I am wishing you great Success in all of your endeavors to come.
Love all of your Videos.😊
This is sad. I’m so sorry to hear it. God bless you and keep you safe, I hope you come back online. You could sell paintings in the Sierras. It’s not warm like down there. Most of all your beach friends will miss you.
It' s very nice of you to give away all these fantastic pictures👍🤗I'd love to have one of these...
There's no isolation from the human condition...
You highlighted that in Venice, as a German.
But It became undeniable when you covered the homeless situation back in your homeland.. great videos! Even greater intentions have come out of your 🎭 Art
Anything and Everything you ever touched turned to ( GOLD ) !!!!!!!!!!
Your art brings luv from your friends
Hi from Ventura, CA🔆You have ~ Such Talent! Such Heart! You need to see and share more
of California, it’s a big state🏝
Good success! God Bless and
Keep you safe & well💛
I'm watching because GiV expresses his true feelings. He could be in a supermarket in Germany talking about his favorite food or his dear sweet Mother ❤ or a pile of 50,000 burnt out t-shirts. 🥰😍🤩🥳🤩🥰😘😘😘.
You have a great eye❤love your art wish I was there to see you and your art ! Such a big ♥
I love watching your videos because of all the places you go in town. I'm always seeing the nightlife in LA. So cool to watch all your videos. Can't wait to see what your next adventure is going to be. Good luck to you G.I.V. 🤩🤩🤩
Du bist auch ein Künstler. Da waren einige schöne Trophäen dabei, die du verschenkt hast.
I wish you the best! Congratulations with the RUclips channel! ❤
Beautiful arts❤❤❤❤
We love you GiV❤❤❤ What I love about your channel is the variety of content, your video editing, the interviews, you featuring the fabulous vibe of Venice (good & bad), all those Michael Jackson vids, your Arnold impersonations, and, of course, your face 😍🥰❤
Your art is amazing don't stop creating & sharing with the world ❤
For everyone saying California is dying, I beg to differ. What’s happening in California mirrors the GIV’s life: transitioning from earning an income from a physical space to earning an income from a virtual space. Shoplifting & vandalism? Yes, they raise the cost of doing business significantly but theft & vandalism are issues shopkeepers have dealt with throughout time. What IS threatening traditional shops are the plethora of online shopping web sites: EBay, Etsy, Poshmark, Offer Up, Amazon, Depop, etc., etc. Temu is the latest contender in the online shopping experience. How many people in the comments have bought an item or two off of one of these sights recently? I’m guilty of that as well. The GIV will be fine. He may even open another physical store in the future. I’ll be watching your videos as a happy subscriber & good fortune to you GIV 👍.
You have a nicest friends! See how you bring love and peace to LA. Like minded cool people Mike, that s the icing on the cake of life. Enjoy!! God bless you!!
Mike you did a SOLID gifting your artwork to subscribers, what a genuinely generous idea! To leave such a legacy at the Venice Boardwalk is truly commendable, I salute’ you Sir! I’ve strolled the boardwalk many times when my daughter lived in LA, definitely could say was some of the best times of my life. I was saddened when The Freakshow closed and now your store, Venice will never be the same. I believe in you and your channel and know bigger and better things are to come. What I like about GIV is that you are “Old School”, you have a true history and love for Los Angeles 💜
Venice wont miss him
End of an era, but a time for a new beginning!. Best wishes and luck Mike.
I’ve been watching for many years and will continue to watch. Thanks brother.🙏👍👊☮️💯💙
You are an amazing artist. It is so sad that this has happen to you... I wish I was able to travel to LA prior to this closer to visit your store. I have followed you for years and will continue. Your knowledge of the past or Golden days of LA is accurate. I lived there for 10 years and left in 1994. Best to you my friend and I know you will have great things happen to you in the future...
Love you my German brother.
"give away what you want to receive" It will all come back to you GIV !
Aww that’s so sweet of you to do that for your subscribers , I was just in LA about 5 to 6 weeks ago wish I would have known that you were giving away your posters then I would of just came around that time. Thank you for sharing this and being an awesome RUclipsr !
Danke, dass du vorbeigeflogen bist. Ich habe dich in Los Angeles noch nicht gesehen, war aber an deinem Kanal interessiert, als ich ihn entdeckte. Vielen Dank für all die deutschen Pässe, die es hier nach Kalifornien geschafft haben. Viel Glück 🇩🇪♥️🎉.
I’m coming to visit California at the end of the month, sad I won’t get to visit your store
Have your photo standing in front of the store. Have a great vacation
Thank You Mike GIV for sharing.
We are here for you GiV! Always really liked your videos and can tell you are passionate about whatever it is you are doing and it shows! People like you are why RUclips is still entertaining and I hope your channel grows even more! ✌🏼
Amazing job with the photos....real artist.Never is too late to begin again and again
SOB! SOB! SOB! So sad you close your shop. Was hoping we(my wife and me)could visit you when we come over, maybe next year to USA. We watched from Singapore all your clips since the day you started the homeless. You are so different your others as so down to earth. Will still keep watching all your vlog. Thank You.
Mike I’ve been subbed for years wishing you great success on your journey with RUclips 👍
I'm sorry you had to close your shop but you're a great You Tube creater. Keep on doing what you're doing. You have alot of people who love anc support you. I enjoy the content of your channel and your unique take on things! "Keep on keepin on"!
It'd be an honor to get something from you I hope people appreciate that and realize that because of all the heart and soul that's in it❤😊
Sorry to hear about the closure. I’ve always wanted to come meet you and I was actually coming on Sunday for Mother’s Day to meet you, but I guess you’re not there but you’re in my prayers and God loves you. Take care.
Success is not measured by what you accomplish, but by the opposition you have encountered, and the courage with which you have maintained the struggle against overwhelming odds."
Charles Lindberg
My hunni and I have been watching for a couple of years fr Nova Scotia Canada . Sad to see you close the shop . I feel you and your energy is contagious. From homeless tents to movie star locations and introducing friends like Daisey 😂🎉 al the best and I will buy merch if you sell and promote you on the east coast! Cheers❤