Thanks so much for all your questions, I hope you enjoyed this chatty video! Don't mind the little bit of lag in my brush strokes - my computer doesn't like screen recording and drawing at the same time 😅And if you'd like access to my art videos and tutorials then consider joining me over on Patreon: www.patreon.com/mimimooillustration 🥰🌷
This was so reassuring to hear! I feel like I'm on a similar path as you were a few years ago, sharing my art journey from scratch on youtube bit i have quit my job to become a full time mum as nursery fees are so expensive nowadays. Before i shied away from pursuing yhis type of career because i believed every negative comment. But now i realise i have nothing to loose and i will never know whether itll really work without giving it a real shot for myself. I am spending all my spare time to develop my art style so i can make a pivot in my career to become and author-illustrator for children picture books. I can't guarantee I'll succeed because sales isn't something I can control, instead I focus on what I can do, at the moment that is to take the first step seriously and find my own 'art style' which I can't wait to forever nuture and grow! Thank you for your videos, they remind me it is possible too! ❤
This was so reassuring to hear! I feel like I'm on a similar path as you were a few years ago, sharing my art journey from scratch on youtube bit i have quit my job to become a full time mum as nursery fees are so expensive nowadays. Before i shied away from pursuing yhis type of career because i believed every negative comment. But now i realise i have nothing to loose and i will never know whether itll really work without giving it a real shot for myself. I am spending all my spare time to develop my art style so i can make a pivot in my career to become and author-illustrator for children picture books. I can't guarantee I'll succeed because sales isn't something I can control, instead I focus on what I can do, at the moment that is to take the first step seriously and find my own 'art style' which I can't wait to forever nuture and grow! Thank you for your videos, they remind me it is possible too! ❤
This was such an honest and unbiased video, I really appreciate it because I sell on Etsy and work full time, but would love to be independent one day. Too often I see videos that make it seem like you’re a horrible person for selling on Etsy, but for many of us it’s an easier way to start. I don’t have the audience right now to pay for a Shopify store. I also agree too for international stuff they take care of the taxes and such for us. I think as well there’s still this unrealistic hustle culture permeated into RUclips. We don’t know everyone’s background, but they push that you have to always be on and working, which leads to burn out and I need to prioritize self care at times. I really loved this video, thank you!
What are you watching that depicting Etsy sellers as horrible people is a common occurrence? I have never seen a video or artist speak very negatively of Etsy, rather promote it as a great place to start if you have no audience. The negative part is only its high fees, especially once your shop gets popular which is why it's better to create your own website once you have an audience.
My guess would be Mikhaela because I know someone with this name and they pronounce it "Micha"(mee-shah) I love your videos and art style. Thank you for all the non-illustration videos. I'm a late bloomer in getting my creativity and art life together but hey, better late than never. You've helped this old lady get into a different mindset, which is now, full steam ahead. Namaste.
Thank you so much for answering my question! That makes a lot of sense with work life balance about not necessarily needing to feel like each day is balanced, but making sure you feel balanced overall 💗
From start to finish, this video is full of gems of knowledge. I really appreciate the in-depth answers you shared. And many thanks for answering my question! Definitely points me in the right direction.
I completely agree with what you’re saying about art styles. I’m currently working on creating a consistent art style, I know a lot of creatives say that it isn’t necessary but it can be really difficult to get commissions if people can’t visualise what you might create for them 🥺❤
I used to think about consistency as drawing things in the same way every time, like for every eye you draw it’s the same as the last one. Now, I think art style consistency in things like shapes and lines is a lot more beneficial. It also feels a lot more freeing when you’re trying to improve and you’re not completely tethered to the same eye every drawing. I have tendencies when it comes to subject matter, but focusing on lines and shapes has been one of the most beneficial things for my art ^^ It’s like I was focusing on the wrong thing whenever I heard the word ‘consistency’
It's refreshing to see that you still feel imposter syndrome... but you are totally worthy of all the success you've had! I liked seeing your old watch history, I think I was going through my Vanessa Lau pep talk phase back then too haha. I am so excited to see your continued success, you're so inspiring!!
Ooh I wanted to ask what editing software you’re using to create your videos and what plugins etc. For example for the effects when you’re highlighting the Q&A questions ❤
I do worry if my artstyle chnage or unrecognisable. This is my part of my improvements, I am still in experimental stage. Which I still looking for feedbacks and outcomes, if they like it or not. Because I create a plan what to draw and when to draw this tactic helps me to understand outside my experience. Maybe this helps, just don't rush to be successful continue to experiment and see the best results.
Thank you so much for answering my question and your honesty :) I feel like sometimes the job of an illustrator and some other people's success in art is being romanticized and keeps away from the reality of risks and hard work that need to be made. I also love the answer to the question about sharing another art style to your audience I think that experimenting and changing is the point in arts and I am looking forward to seeing your growth
I'm eager to hear your outlook on how AI will impact your work in the coming years. Are you concerned about your style being "stolen" or mimicked by AI? Are you anticipating clients resorting to AI over human-made designs? Are you going to integrate AI into your workflow? Are you already using any AI software? Whatever its shortcomings are today, it looks like AI progresses at breakneck speeds. And in a capitalist system for a human artist in a world where AI makes art faster and cheaper, I don't know of a more pertinent topic than examining an artist's place in an economy with artificial creativity.
Hello, hope you are doing well. I found you recently and I really liked your content about growing on social medias and stuffs on this line. I live on Brazil and want to live with my art like you, also want to start doing things seriously but I have to study and so stuff of school and almost don't have free time to it. But I hope that one day I will be able to live my dreams of being a artist and a RUclipsr.
Is it spelled Micsia? It’s an interesting brain teaser to consider 😅 I really appreciate your videos, and somehow they are always posted when I seriously need a motivational boost 🥰
I liked you quote: I can make anything right now, but I can't make everything! Isn't that the truth! 🥰 I'm guessing your name is spelled either Misha or Mica.💞💞💞
Thanks for your very informative videos. I went to art school many years ago, graduating in 1997. I am classically trained and to be honest wouldn't be comfortable sharing on social media as I've heard that sites like Instagram exposes you to art theft and some RUclipsrs have said that they were so pressured and gave it up. I am more into writing and illustrating picture books, having also studied creative writing and children's literature at uni. I don't know whether to go down the self-publishing route or traditional. I am considering selling some of my characters as POD images before marketing the books. I have uploaded my work to Photoshop but really struggle to get to grips with the tech. Which digital program do you suggest for a beginner? 💗
Photoshop is great but has quite a learning curve if you haven't used it before, lots of beginners use Procreate because it's specifically for art so that could be something to try?
I second procreate, but you’ll need an iPad for that. It’s super easy to use! I also use a program called clip studio paint too. And honestly, anywhere you post or share your work it can be stolen. It’s not just IG. Don’t let that hold you back from sharing it.
Your video is very inspiring, I hope I can start this career sooner. Are you using a 2 in 1 laptop/tablet? Do you suggest using that or an Ipad? Also I have a work where I do emails so I wish to use a device which these 2 works can be done 😊
Thanks so much for all your questions, I hope you enjoyed this chatty video! Don't mind the little bit of lag in my brush strokes - my computer doesn't like screen recording and drawing at the same time 😅And if you'd like access to my art videos and tutorials then consider joining me over on Patreon: www.patreon.com/mimimooillustration 🥰🌷
This was so reassuring to hear! I feel like I'm on a similar path as you were a few years ago, sharing my art journey from scratch on youtube bit i have quit my job to become a full time mum as nursery fees are so expensive nowadays. Before i shied away from pursuing yhis type of career because i believed every negative comment. But now i realise i have nothing to loose and i will never know whether itll really work without giving it a real shot for myself. I am spending all my spare time to develop my art style so i can make a pivot in my career to become and author-illustrator for children picture books. I can't guarantee I'll succeed because sales isn't something I can control, instead I focus on what I can do, at the moment that is to take the first step seriously and find my own 'art style' which I can't wait to forever nuture and grow! Thank you for your videos, they remind me it is possible too! ❤
This was so reassuring to hear! I feel like I'm on a similar path as you were a few years ago, sharing my art journey from scratch on youtube bit i have quit my job to become a full time mum as nursery fees are so expensive nowadays. Before i shied away from pursuing yhis type of career because i believed every negative comment. But now i realise i have nothing to loose and i will never know whether itll really work without giving it a real shot for myself. I am spending all my spare time to develop my art style so i can make a pivot in my career to become and author-illustrator for children picture books. I can't guarantee I'll succeed because sales isn't something I can control, instead I focus on what I can do, at the moment that is to take the first step seriously and find my own 'art style' which I can't wait to forever nuture and grow! Thank you for your videos, they remind me it is possible too! ❤
Yessss I love this! 👏👏👏 Such a great attitude to have!
This was such an honest and unbiased video, I really appreciate it because I sell on Etsy and work full time, but would love to be independent one day. Too often I see videos that make it seem like you’re a horrible person for selling on Etsy, but for many of us it’s an easier way to start. I don’t have the audience right now to pay for a Shopify store. I also agree too for international stuff they take care of the taxes and such for us. I think as well there’s still this unrealistic hustle culture permeated into RUclips. We don’t know everyone’s background, but they push that you have to always be on and working, which leads to burn out and I need to prioritize self care at times. I really loved this video, thank you!
What are you watching that depicting Etsy sellers as horrible people is a common occurrence? I have never seen a video or artist speak very negatively of Etsy, rather promote it as a great place to start if you have no audience. The negative part is only its high fees, especially once your shop gets popular which is why it's better to create your own website once you have an audience.
My guess would be Mikhaela because I know someone with this name and they pronounce it "Micha"(mee-shah) I love your videos and art style. Thank you for all the non-illustration videos. I'm a late bloomer in getting my creativity and art life together but hey, better late than never. You've helped this old lady get into a different mindset, which is now, full steam ahead. Namaste.
you just give a bunch of motivation when i watch any video of yours .thanks mimi keep sharing
Thank you for all the insightful life advice! It's really awesome you share your small business art journey so candidly. :)
Thank you so much for answering my question! That makes a lot of sense with work life balance about not necessarily needing to feel like each day is balanced, but making sure you feel balanced overall 💗
From start to finish, this video is full of gems of knowledge. I really appreciate the in-depth answers you shared. And many thanks for answering my question! Definitely points me in the right direction.
My pleasure!
I completely agree with what you’re saying about art styles. I’m currently working on creating a consistent art style, I know a lot of creatives say that it isn’t necessary but it can be really difficult to get commissions if people can’t visualise what you might create for them 🥺❤
I definitely think it can help with professional work!
I used to think about consistency as drawing things in the same way every time, like for every eye you draw it’s the same as the last one. Now, I think art style consistency in things like shapes and lines is a lot more beneficial. It also feels a lot more freeing when you’re trying to improve and you’re not completely tethered to the same eye every drawing. I have tendencies when it comes to subject matter, but focusing on lines and shapes has been one of the most beneficial things for my art ^^ It’s like I was focusing on the wrong thing whenever I heard the word ‘consistency’
It's refreshing to see that you still feel imposter syndrome... but you are totally worthy of all the success you've had! I liked seeing your old watch history, I think I was going through my Vanessa Lau pep talk phase back then too haha. I am so excited to see your continued success, you're so inspiring!!
Yes she was great for a pep talk! Thanks so much for your kind words - I really appreciate it!
Such great questions and even better answers🎉 Thanks mimi for being so helpful
Your videos really help as an artist on RUclips
Ooh I wanted to ask what editing software you’re using to create your videos and what plugins etc. For example for the effects when you’re highlighting the Q&A questions ❤
I do worry if my artstyle chnage or unrecognisable. This is my part of my improvements, I am still in experimental stage. Which I still looking for feedbacks and outcomes, if they like it or not. Because I create a plan what to draw and when to draw this tactic helps me to understand outside my experience.
Maybe this helps, just don't rush to be successful continue to experiment and see the best results.
Thank you so much for answering my question and your honesty :) I feel like sometimes the job of an illustrator and some other people's success in art is being romanticized and keeps away from the reality of risks and hard work that need to be made. I also love the answer to the question about sharing another art style to your audience I think that experimenting and changing is the point in arts and I am looking forward to seeing your growth
Absolutely! It's a lovely job but like any job there are challenges!
thanks as always for your advice!
my guess is Mescha !
Can you plz make a video about the best art selling apps?{Digital+handmade}
I'm eager to hear your outlook on how AI will impact your work in the coming years. Are you concerned about your style being "stolen" or mimicked by AI? Are you anticipating clients resorting to AI over human-made designs? Are you going to integrate AI into your workflow? Are you already using any AI software? Whatever its shortcomings are today, it looks like AI progresses at breakneck speeds. And in a capitalist system for a human artist in a world where AI makes art faster and cheaper, I don't know of a more pertinent topic than examining an artist's place in an economy with artificial creativity.
Also, thanks for the helpful tips!!!
I love your videos !! Thank you for the answers
Hello, hope you are doing well.
I found you recently and I really liked your content about growing on social medias and stuffs on this line.
I live on Brazil and want to live with my art like you, also want to start doing things seriously but I have to study and so stuff of school and almost don't have free time to it.
But I hope that one day I will be able to live my dreams of being a artist and a RUclipsr.
I want to know, how you take, cut build up the videos . I like the concept, Even the technical aspect 😊
Lively video as always ❤
You really have mastered the professional side of presenting inspiring and helpful videos. Is your name spelled Mischia?
And that's a small business!!! ❤
Are you using Procreate to make this illustration? :) I'm really happy I found your channel, it's really relaxing and helpful!
Is it spelled Micsia? It’s an interesting brain teaser to consider 😅 I really appreciate your videos, and somehow they are always posted when I seriously need a motivational boost 🥰
I liked you quote: I can make anything right now, but I can't make everything! Isn't that the truth! 🥰 I'm guessing your name is spelled either Misha or Mica.💞💞💞
Great guesses, and one of them is right! 😉👏
@@MimimooIllustration Ooh!🤩
Hi. Thank you for this video. I want to know what tablet are you usingto draw in the video. Thanks
Thanks for your very informative videos. I went to art school many years ago, graduating in 1997. I am classically trained and to be honest wouldn't be comfortable sharing on social media as I've heard that sites like Instagram exposes you to art theft and some RUclipsrs have said that they were so pressured and gave it up. I am more into writing and illustrating picture books, having also studied creative writing and children's literature at uni. I don't know whether to go down the self-publishing route or traditional. I am considering selling some of my characters as POD images before marketing the books. I have uploaded my work to Photoshop but really struggle to get to grips with the tech. Which digital program do you suggest for a beginner? 💗
Photoshop is great but has quite a learning curve if you haven't used it before, lots of beginners use Procreate because it's specifically for art so that could be something to try?
I second procreate, but you’ll need an iPad for that. It’s super easy to use! I also use a program called clip studio paint too.
And honestly, anywhere you post or share your work it can be stolen. It’s not just IG. Don’t let that hold you back from sharing it.
@@MimimooIllustration @Mrs. Quills thanks for your advice. I don't have an iPad but I have heard of clip studio paint so could maybe use that.
Misha
Hi Mimimoo, can I learn from you over Patreon, even if I work at procreate and NOT at scretch?
Your video is very inspiring, I hope I can start this career sooner. Are you using a 2 in 1 laptop/tablet? Do you suggest using that or an Ipad? Also I have a work where I do emails so I wish to use a device which these 2 works can be done 😊
I do! I use a Microsoft Surfacebook 3 and really like it 😊
What art tablet do you use?
My guess is Miša :)
That's very close!
@@MimimooIllustration so…. Míša?
depending on what's its origin but I think your name is spelled Misja or Misca
is it spelled Misha?
Is your name spelled Maoise? 🙂
Oh that's a good guess because it sounds similar to Saoirse, but not quite!
What computer do you use? How many inch does display have? Thanks!
That's the 15" Microsoft Surface Book.
Your name is Mischa, I bet!
What software is this?
Misha, Meesha or Mehsha?
Not quite!
first
I'm guessing your name is spelled like this: Miesha
Mischa? :)
Good guess but not quite!
@@MimimooIllustration I'm from Poland and "Mischa/Misha" sounds a bit Ukrainian/Russian ;) It's a very common name in those countries.
Misha? Like a bear in russian?
Good guess but not quite 🥰
you should be proud of yourself because now you’re that youtube channel that people watch to get inspired or learn about art, great job Mimi🥹🤍
what a lovely video, thank you
Misha or Miša 🫶