How to balance art with your full time job | 6 tips & advice
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- Опубликовано: 16 июл 2024
- Here are my best tips and tricks to finding a balance between your full time job and art. It's funny because I filmed this video back in December (if you couldn't tell by the Christmas tree) and my thoughts and perspective have changed quite a bit on becoming a full time artist. I feel like I see so many full time artists come to resent creating art because it is tied to their job. And I really don't want that to ever happen to me. At the same time, I also feel like no job has to be forever, including your "dream job." Because dreams change just like we do as people. So if I am lucky enough to be a full time artist one day, I am also prepared to take it on knowing that it will probably not be my forever job. I honestly can't imagine doing anything forever. No one has to have just one job forever, including artists.
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What helps me (I work as a GP for about 30 hours a week and have 4 children, and more hobbies than I can count 😁) is just calling myself an artist. No matter how much (or how little) time I spend creating, I am an artist. Making it part of my identity makes me feel good somehow. I'm an artist when I'm on my bike to work and admiring the landscape. I'm an artist when choosing what to wear, when cooking and when cleaning. I bring my artistic skills to all aspects of my life.
Wow I love this so much!!!! 😄❤️❤️❤️ what a great perspective and outlook to have!!! I totally agree that we are artists no matter how much art we’re making. And you’re totally right that being an artist we look at the world differently. So even if we’re not making art we’re still observing and learning from the world around us to apply to our art later. Thank you for sharing ❤️
It's usually not even just finding the time to do the art it's also then posting your art in a way that engages people and that is the hard part for me😫
Such a good and valid point! I totally agree with you, and part of that is finding what works for you as cliche as that is to say. I also have a video on posting to Instagram that may help! For me, I hate filming process videos for reels. So that’s a dealbreaker for me. So when I posted reels last year I did mainly reveal videos. I follow a lot of artists who don’t even post reels and make it work. So find what works for you! And be easy on yourself ❤️
@@emhaggsart thank you! Reveal videos are really cool and I think you shouldn't need to do more since you already did the art! I'm getting back in the swing rn thank god and thank you for the tips! loved your video❤
I totally agree! The art is really what’s important at the end of the day. Glad you’re finding what’s working for you! Best of luck ❤️
This makes me feel better since I am also working full time and makes me feel less alone and less ashamed for not being a full time artist since i dont feel ready for such a change
I’m so glad this could help you feel less alone and ashamed ❤️ there is no shame in not being a full time artist!!! And I think that’s really valuable that you know you’re not ready for that right now. Sending you all the good vibes ❤️
It feels nice to hear an artist tell you it's okay if you can't do art right now or back then. I have felt detached from the title artist because when I was younger I could give my all into art. I was so inspired! Fast forward to most of my adulthood, I had to put it on the backburner for my line of work. I had nothing to give. Now that I'm trying to transition into a new career, I have a little bit more to give. Although sometimes it does feel like what's the point because I wasted so many years to improve. This video felt like advice from a good friend. Thank you
I can relate to this so much. When I worked in customer service for five years, that’s when I took my two year art break and was hardly making art at all. I too didn’t get back into it until I switched careers. And when I did I definitely felt far behind and like I wasted time when I could’ve been improving. Especially when you see people younger than you being more talented and successful. It’s such a cliche but I LOVE the saying “the best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago, the next best time is today.” You can always say I wish I did this or that differently, but it doesn’t change the present. And it’s never too late to explore your art or improve. And at the end of the day, your enjoyment making art is way more important than improving anyway. Thank you so much for your comment and kind words!!! ❤️ best of luck ❤️
Full time engineer & part-time artist here! Hearing this was like a targeted therapy session for me - thank you for sharing your thoughts! Just followed on IG and excited to see your art journey as I continue mine
I’m so glad you were able to connect with the video and it was helpful!!! ❤️ and thanks for the follow-I just followed back. Your art is super cute!! 😊
Drawing is the medicine for my mental and spiritual health. I LOVE CREATE ART AND I CANNOT WAIT to sit down and draw. I’m a full time mother. I don’t work outside home but it is truly a full time job. My dream is to become a stay home mother who works with art ❤
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I love this!!! ❤️ I’m so glad that art is your medicine and that you love it so much! I hope you’re able to find a system that works for you to be a full time mom and artist! Best of luck ❤️
Thank you for putting a realistic lens on being a part time artist. I work full time and I'm a mom, SO when my regular work day ends, I still have to go home and be responsible for a small child. Weekends are tough as they are mostly filled with keeping my child busy and catching up with chores. I was debating on going to a smaller format of sketchbooks and your video has convinced me to do so. I want to be a full time artist, but I don't see that happening as I need a stable/affordable form of healthcare that self employment does not offer. I really needed to hear this, thank you and I hope you're doing well :)
Thank you so much for sharing your experience!!! And I hope the smaller sketchbooks work out for you. I LOVE working in small sketchbooks (added bonus: they’re so cute!) And I totally get the thing about the healthcare. Healthcare is so important and expensive, so having a job that supplies it affordably is just so much easier. So glad the video was able to help you ❤️ best of luck with everything!!!
This was a really genuine, and funny video. I really enjoyed how transparent you were, and even caught yourself and apologized for a possible overgeneralization of how all well-known social media artists might act. Speaks volumes for your character. I also love the intro, and it made me laugh especially because I spend much of my time gardening and caring for my animals, and I tell myself its one of my prior obligations that keeps me from my art 😂 I literally grow my own tea, even
Thank you so much for the kind and thoughtful words!!! It means so much ❤️ I’m so glad you enjoyed it and that the intro made you laugh! That’s so cool you garden and have animals and even grow your own tea haha! If you love it, it’s always worth doing ❤️
It was great to watch this video. I have a full time job, I'm married with 6 pets, very little time for art. I already suffered a lot following artists (full time artists) and I realized that this wasn't good for me now I rarely access my art Instagram, today I focus on RUclips, I love discovering new artists and I keep posting my content as I have the time. Thank you for sharing!
I’m so glad you liked the video!!! I think realizing when we need to take a step back from certain social media is so important. And it is so much easier to manage one thing at a time. I’m glad to hear it sounds like you’ve found a good balance! ❤️
The first realiistic post I have ever heard. Well done you for giving all of us a voice. I work, have fibromyalgia and 3 kids. Energy is as much of an issue as time. Creativity is part of your being. Its not going anywhere and will find its way out, even in a small way. So glad to come uoon your post.
Omg so well put!!! I love what you said about energy is as much of an issue as time. But your creativity will find a way. Such a great perspective to have. Thank you for sharing ❤️
I hardly ever comment on posts, but yours really touched me. Thank you.
This made my day!!! Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️
Fellow small art tuber here! Thank you so very much for making this video!
Funnily I've found many of the tips you shared I have been doing my entire working life, working small, setting stuff out before hand, just doing a bit at a time, switching mediums, etc. It's all spot on but even so, felt reassuring to me to actually hear someone else talking through needing to do those same things.
I work a corporate job that has zero artistic creativity, it's highly demanding mentally and physically for me because of my chronic illnesses and pain. On weeks like this one, when so many fires at work are happening and the pressure is high and I am exhausted and having flare ups, art can feel pretty impossible and the doubt or fear of things "always being like this so what's the point?" creep in. Your words today have brought me to a place of peace and acceptance for where I am right now, and I am deeply grateful ❤
Excited to check out your other videos now too, thank you again so much!
-Shaina
Hi Shaina! Thank you so much for the lovely comment and sharing your story ❤️❤️❤️ it’s great to hear that these tips resonated with you and are some things you already put to practice! Your work situation sounds very challenging, especially with layoffs happening. That sounds very stressful. I can very much relate to the thought that it feels like it may never change, that work will feel that way forever. I’m very much going through those feelings with my job right now. You’re absolutely right that everything is temporary and I hope your work gets less stressful soon! Thank you again for all the kind words, hang in there, and be easy on yourself! ❤️
@@emhaggsart oh wow what are the odds to find someone else in the exact same spot 😅 I guess it's a good reminder even more so that we really are never alone! I really send all the best feelings and good wishes for your job situation too, I really appreciate the space you hold here and just opening everything up for discussion for the people that need it! It rwally turned my week around, I hope your week went well! And that you can have a relaxing weekend (or whenever your next dyas off are lol) We are in it together and I am rooting for you!! 🌟
Omg this is the sweetest comment thank you!!!! 🥹❤️❤️❤️ I’m so happy I was able to give the space for our lovely convo! It’s been such a pleasure connecting with people in the comments of this video, everyone sharing their stories and challenges with balance. It truly shows we are not alone like you said. And the art community is just so loving and understanding. Thank you for your words of encouragement and I’m sending you all the positive thoughts and vibes as well!!! ❤️
thank you for the video, these are great tips!! this video was randomly recommended to me by youtube & i’m so glad i found it! i struggle a lot with comparing my (a full-time 40hr/week worker, with a 2 hour commute every day) output to a full-time creator’s output, and it can really take a toll on my self-esteem. the tip about following smaller creators i feel is going to be an amazing life-changer! you’re right, if it’s impacting your mental health badly, unfollowing or muting certain big creators for a bit might just be for the best. i’m in the process of figuring out a strategy to maybe batch-film videos on a specific day/weekend of the month, so the other weekends are free for resting/seeing friends/doing fun stuff! i’m also thinking of organising a few “smaller creator shares” on social media specifically to find other amazing creators who are on the same schedule as me, hopefully that works out!
will check out some of your other videos! ❤
Thank you and I’m so glad you found the video helpful!!! ❤️ I think the batching content idea sounds great and super efficient!! I used to batch reels back when I made a lot of those for Instagram and it makes it a lot easier. Leaving time to rest and have a life is so important! Best of luck with everything and be easy on yourself ❤️❤️❤️
I NEEDED THIS! This video has found me at such an appropriate time in my life! I love all of these tips, especially following other smaller creators which helps put things into perspective and gives your folks to reach out to who know how you feel. Its been soooo long since I've made art just to make art, or made something for me. My reading journal helps me flex my creative muscle every month, but since I film it for RUclips, it still feels like something I HAVE to do ya know? Same with making products for Etsy. I'm going to take your advice and start small! There's so much more I want to say, but I'll stop here. Thank you for taking the time to make this, I feel very seen lol ☺❤
MAAAAACCC!!!! ❤️❤️❤️ I am so glad you feel seen and heard by this video!!! And I 100% know what you mean by something that is a creative outlet but you feel like it’s an obligation. I used to feel that way about by monthly bullet journal videos. It’s great in the sense that it’s a deadline and accountability, but it starts to feel like it’s not for you. It’s for others. I hope you can find the time, energy and inspiration to do something small for yourself ❤️ even if it’s just a silly doodle! And even if you don’t doodle, you’re doing your best with what you have right now and you’re doing enough!!! ❤️❤️❤️
Aaa tysm this video is so reassuring and comforting, while being realistic too! Even tho u joked, I think “do what your brain and life can handle right now” is actually some of the best advice I’ve heard in a while. Much love ❤
I’m so glad that this was able to provide some comfort! ❤️ I think us artists are already hard on ourselves enough, never mind the pressure we put on ourselves to become full time. Much love too you and go easy on yourself ❤️
This was a necessary reminder lol, I have 1-3 art projects going on all the time and get lost in the hustle of it instead of the joy of making it… all well-said, thank you for posting this as a fellow 40 hour work week artist! I feel like the added typical artist struggle of depression etc adds more to the mountain of space in your mind. One at a time, being realistic with yourself… solid advice! I especially love connecting with other small creators and comparing our experiences and cheering each other on
I totally feel you on that! I get shiny object syndrome and love moving onto something new rather than finishing ideas or other more long term projects. It can be hard to juggle. And I totally feel you on the depression. I didn’t even touch on mental health but it is a doozy 😂 I’m so happy the advice in the video resonated with you!!! ❤️ thank you so much for your comment! ❤️
Thank you soooo much for this!! I struggle so much with my work and having enough energy for art. Will definitely try these tips! 💜
It is such a tough balance! I’ve been going through it again lately as well. It definitely comes in ebbs and flows where I have more energy for art than other times, and I think that is completely natural and normal. I hope these tips help you!!! ❤️❤️❤️
the troy and abed cup, amazing.
Hahaha thank you!!! They’re the best.
Such great advice, an honest yt video that has a real artist giving real non-clickbait advice for struggling small artists. thank you!
Thank you so much that means a lot!!! ❤️ I’m so glad you found it helpful!
I just want to say, thank you for making this. It's really consoling
Omg you made my day 🥺 I’m so glad you found it validating!!! ❤️❤️❤️
@@emhaggsart heck yeah!! I love this video
Your vid made me feel a lil less alone. Thank u
Omg this warms my heart!!! 😭 I’m so glad I could make you feel less alone ❤️❤️❤️ we’re in this together!
i have an art related job, and work mainly full time (35/40 hours a week over the summer + school soon) and i think that it's a beautiful thing because i get inspired by the project i teach as a TA. i think this video is rlly rlly amazing to know that i don't have to learn everything and know everything at such a young age. i really appreciate this video as a nice reminder that i have a life and i can still be a kid while also still being an artist at my own pace ^^
That’s awesome it sounds like you’re able to find a good balance and inspiration from your job!!! That can be so helpful to inspire you after work too. I’m so glad you liked the video!!! ❤️ absolutely nurture your inner child and take things as slow as you need! Not every artist needs to learn everything. Truly create what makes you happy!!! ❤️
Glad I found your channel
Welcome!!! ❤️ happy to have you!
This is so helpful - even if I know a bunch of these things in my brain, having someone else say them makes it all feel....more legitimate? Not sure that's the word I want but I'm glad that this isn't another video preaching hustling til to drop or go full time.
I’m so happy this was helpful for you! That’s exactly what I was going for. I never wanted to preach that people aren’t working hard enough or that they NEED to be a full time artist. I think there’s so much pressure for us all to make our art either a side hustle or our main hustle, and I think it’s so harmful.
Hey this is awesome!! I’ve been wanting to start making new RUclips videos but it’s been so hard to fit them in amongst all the house work, keeping up with my health, local art commissions, and family stuff. I feel lately like I’ve even been failing at some of that stuff too 😅 the sad part is that I stay at home while my husband works, so I have it a lot easier than if I had a full time or even part time job on top of all this. I’m pretty sure I’d collapse lol. Thanks for making this video. It makes me feel better about not being able to do all 20 things a day I have on my to do list. I’ve subscribed also!!!
I’m so glad this video helped you feel better and to also have you as a new subscriber!!! Welcome! Happy to have you ❤️ staying at home is still full time work so don’t undersell yourself!!! And it sounds like you have a lot going on otherwise as well. Starting a RUclips channel is a lot of work but it can be so rewarding. My advice for that is find a realistic upload schedule that works for you. Don’t try to do something crazy like a video a week if you know you’ll fall off of that after just a few weeks. And it might be the case that all the art you make is just for RUclips right now and that’s okay. Maybe you can film creating your local art commissions? Anyway I hope you’re able to find a balance that is fulfilling artistically but also allows you to be human! ❤️
@@emhaggsart thanks for writing back!! Yeah I’ve been filming bits of my commissions to make shorts out of! And I was also gonna try the whole “one drawing a day and one video a week” schedule but I haven’t been able to fit it in 😓 thanks for being so positive and I’m srsly surprised you don’t have more subscribers lol. I was expecting you to have like 10k subscribers from the quality of your videos and thumbnails. You’re doing an awesome job!!
That’s a great idea to make shorts from filming commissions! And yeah a drawing a day and a video a week sounds like a lot! I’m sure you’ll find what works best for you! And don’t beat yourself up when you can’t always meet those goals ❤️ even for myself my goal is a new video every two weeks and I have missed two videos this year so far, but hey it happens. And thank you so much for the kind words and support ❤️❤️❤️ it’s definitely all a marathon and not a sprint hahaha
@@emhaggsart thank you! 😊 even your schedule is insanely impressive considering your job too! That’s awesome!
@kyleethepug thank you!! Doing my best haha!
Praise God, this advice is greatly appreciated!! I'm a "40 work hour a week" girlie, so these reminders & tips are awesome 👍
I’m so glad you enjoyed the video!!! ❤️
What's the end goal? Sell your illustrations? Sell products? How do you imagine " making it as an artist" ?
I think every artist has a different version of what they consider “making it” or being successful! Because there’s truly so many different things you can do with art! 😊 I think a lot of people will aspire to sell products, while some may want to be an illustrator, animator, content creator, etc. If you’re asking about me specifically? I’m very much enjoying creating RUclips videos as of right now and it would be fun to do that full time ☺️ but truthfully I don’t really believe in an “end goal”. My goals will always change depending on what season of life I am in! ❤️ hope this helps! ❤️
@@emhaggsart Yeah I was wondering about your personal goals, sorry if I didn't make it clear. Goals do change with time. I have been doing art for a living for over a decade and with some milestone the perspective changes a lot. Although originally my main goal was just to get on a level that I can sell it as a service for commercial projects. It's easier to worry about creative problems when the financials are taken care of.
@solarydays @solarydays haha no worries thanks for asking and being interested! 😊❤️ And yeah 10 years is a long time so I can totally understand the change in perspective! I think it’s very natural if your goals with art has changed at this point. And yeah finances adds a whole other challenge and stressor towards all of this. It’s a hard balance regardless if you’re a full time, part time, or just hobby artist for sure! ❤️
It’s a good thing I have a disability and can’t work full time.