"There weren’t any prep schools near me, so I went to an art class with a lot of old people, where I did oil paintings in the corner. There were good artists there, so I decided that if I didn’t get better than them in four years I would kill them, and since I didn’t want to go on the run if I was a good artist, I just kept drawing." - Tatsuki FujiGOATo
To me not just Look Back but Goodbye Eri too feels like Fujimoto writing about himself. While Look Back introspects on the pursuit of art itself and is a way for the artist to come to terms with the pursuit of art in times of tragedy & grief. Goodbye Eri disects his own writing style and the way in which he deals with tragedy. The need for shock, the need for catharsis, the need for distance from reality in fiction all materialized through the iconic explosions that have been termed "Fujimoto Explosions" from which his protagonists walk away unscathed.
Everytime i’ve heard about people reading a fujimoto work, it leaves them with the same feeling. (i get this too) CSM pt1 Firepunch, Goodbye Eri, & Look Back, they all leave you with this almost melancholy feeling. You sit back and try and take in and process everything you just witnessed. And then the question hits you: “What was the point?” and I’ve asked a lot of people what they think the point of some of these series was. Everyone either doesn’t know or gives a different answer. That’s kind of the beauty of a fujimoto work, you can feel so much emotion and passion for what he’s doing in every moment of the story. The meanings are derived from his personal thoughts. The stories he tells feel more like expressions of ideas, rather than whole and complete works but everything is so well connected it almost feels like it has to mean something. I don’t write but I do think about stories and make up stuff in my head, and this is probably me parasocially projecting, I think fujimoto isn’t writing stories purely for us. I think the ideas and emotion he puts into his stories aren’t for the reader to gain an understanding of things. I think he does write stories in part for the viewer but I think he does it because he has ideas and thoughts and experiences that he wants to put into the format of art to try and achieve some level of understanding about these things. An artist seeking the meaning of their feelings, thoughts, and actions through art. Edit: just to add on, what I mean by this is that (and this is a personal theory and possibly me projecting my own feelings) is that this art for fujimoto is a coping mechanism to try and seek meaning in his actions and intentions, the art creates this barrier of separation. It allows him to be vulnerable with himself and the viewer but perhaps not in a way the viewer fully understands. The art is comfort, and it’s expression. (forgive my ramble, I love fujimoto)
@@asleepintherain Fujimoto really seems to be the guy that creates, then looks at it and goes "what am I even trying to tell with this, what's going on", but instead of answering that, he just makes the next thing. It really seems that he just creates entirely on feeling and whim, just puts ideas on the paper and lets it all ride. On one hand, it can seem very... weird, floaty. Once you see through it, the tension of the work disappears. I just found it hard to actually care about characters living on dying in Fire Punch and Chainsaw Man past a certain point, because them living or dying or resurrecting is completely arbitrary. On the other, it's very interesting to go through that gamut of emotions from being very invested to confused to starting to think outside the story and more about what it all is trying to portray in an unconscious way. Just as Fujimoto is trying to figure things out through his work, so does his work invite us to do the same. For this reason, it's hard for me to exactly praise his work, as... well, I do prefer when an author DOES know what they're saying and are layering their own understanding of the world into the work, I like to explore finely considered ideas and characters that are more rounded, rather than the endless gallery of confused, traumatized, stunted characters Fujimoto writes - but I can still respect this pure dedication to exploring the story as it goes. He's the most "8/10" author I know, because even if you don't exactly vibe with the work, there's still plenty in it to like from any angle you want to look at it.
@@thesunthrone ngl hard disagree. Fujimoto works are purposefully abstract but a have such clear ideas and perspective. But they're ideas that are non traditional & post modern and asks you to let go of your beliefs too. Be it ideas of personal identity, morality against politics/religion or the humanity it takes to create art in Fire Punch or the imperfect victims of chainsaw man.(Fujimoto himself said how chainsaw man is based on the many child abuse he watched for research). So it does make sense that it'll not be for everyone since the characters are as ambiguous as a real person but all of his works are anything but unclear in its purpose.
I had a childhood friend and we were literally art buddies until I moved abroad. I stayed in high school but due to anxiety, she stopped attending and focused on an art career instead. When I saw this movie IM TELLING YOU!!
@@thewheelsman29I've never understood why people even buy it, I've always managed to just get an activation key for free online or activated it with admin
pls never doubt your artistic skills ever again. your video brought me to tears and teleported the pencil and paper in front of me. this literally cleared my artblock. thank you.
I started a new piece for school today and I decided to make something that I care about made purely out of passion, it has nothing to do with my other pieces and this manga was the reason I rethought the reason I even make art in the first place. I hope everyone who makes art and believes they have a passion for it reads this work it’s so beautiful
I started creating art because it was fun, but as time progressed, i found it as a source of comfort. I dont talk much and have a hard time expressing myself with words, art enables me to release emotions and express myself. It also brings me joy.
My friend died 3 weeks ago, he got me into web development and design, I used to envy him for his skills, for his free time, for his love for it, I loved web dev but I only continued learning because I wanted to be like him, I went on even though I was in the 2nd year of med school, then I gave up, just like fujino, exactly like that, I snapped out of it, time flew by, after two years he went abroad and died their, all the memories of him are flowing through my head, my eyes and my heart peace be upon him. That alternative ending is closest to my story, except that he dies in it too.
I can't tell you how close to home this is. I drew a lot when I was a kid, and it wasn't until 2021 when I was in my Softmore Year of Highschool. That I took drawing seriously. At the time I felt that my drawings were like the all time best, but then I realized overtime that my drawings sucked. About a year later I did this project in school where we had to do illustrations and come up with a story to follow along. The illustrations weren't meant to be the best, but the writing and creativity is what really mattered. I thought that after a year of drawing and improving my skill I can show off my ability as an artist through this project. By the time we showed off the story to the entire class, there was this student who had spectacular illustrations that threw mine out the court so to speak. To be honest, I was jelous at time and I tried to create more "Impressive" illustrations that I felt weren't as good as I wanted them to be. There have been times where I've doubted my ability and myself. Hell, at some points I wanted to give up. But no matter what, I kept going. Over the years I've been teaching myself some new techniques here and there. It's been 3 1/2 years since I took drawing seriously and while I feel that I have improved significantly over the years I am still learning and growing in my journey. Do not rush yourself, do not think that you cannot do something because you weren't able to the first time. The important thing is to not give up on yourself. Have faith in yourself, and God bless.
Why did I listen to this while doing groceries? Now I'm finding an empty aisle to cry on its floor. Man, why did you have to write and narrate it so wonderfully and compellingly? 😭😭 I was an art student and quit drawing until I knew I couldn't compete with my peers who were publishing authors or freelancers, and I couldn't attend university for art without my parents' approval. But I just really want to draw.
Hello, you are not the only one who cant not pursue art career any further. Since I was a child I want to become a manga artist or an animator. I even got a diploma in illustration with animation. I managed to get a job related with the industry, unfortunately due to how much demanding the job is and it's taking a toll to my health, I decided take hiatus in art sector and work on other industry. I hope this will makes you feel less lonely. I find it's best to do arts more as hobby instead as main source if income. It makes me less resentful towards the world in general.
I've read so much of Tatsuki Fujimotos' work that i immediately recognize his art style.... and also prepare myself that a character is gonna die within a few minutes
Holy crap, I did not expect how beautifully this video would be made. Tatsuki Fujimoto is a huge inspiration for me and Lookback has impacted me in such a way I can’t describe. For me it feels like after years of being drawn to art and stories, I can finally put into words why. I feel like I’ve finally found my passion in life, and as if its always just been on the tip of my tongue. Thank you for making this video. And thank you for helping put into words why we create.
I was a professional artist that due to complicated life situations I stopped drawing. This movie deeply resonated with me. I love fujimito's style so much, he is just built different.
I’ve had story in my head brewing for over 10 years and I’ve finally started drawing and writing it. Look Back really pushed me to go through with creating what I want. Even if it doesn’t see the same success as other stories or have the same high level art I want it to. I’m still gonna write I’m still gonna draw it. Because it’s been a part of my life longer than most other inspirations. I want to see my characters grow and see if I can reach the goals that I’ve set for this story. So please anyone else out there with a story keep writing it don’t lose faith because the only person who can tell your story is you.
Thank you man, this video definitely brought me back to reality. I've always wanted to write a story and I always come up with new ideas for them but I always just tell myself that nobody would ever want to read anything I'd write, and that it wouldn't be worth it. Now, I remember that you really only live once and in the time I'm alive I'm going to get somebody to read my goddamn story.
I clicked on this video, bored, unsure of what to watch, so I clicked on this. I got interested and continued watching. Little did I know, I would be crying and deeply questioning why. Why do I create art? I know nobody cares about my art, I know I never show my art online..so why? I think this video has helped me figure it out. Although I'm not creating the next chainsaw man, I do find a bit of myself in Fujimoto. Its because I love drawing. I love writing. I love making comics. Whenever I'm sad, mad, happy, tired or bored, you can see that in my art. I create art for a very simple reason; because I can.
ok wow, i'm crying. you've honestly inspired me to write again. i haven't written in so long, my mental health + feeling that my work wasn't good enough really discouraged me. thank you.
Just hearing those last few sentences made me realize how insecure i was about fitting into a sterotype. I always feel like i need to be doing something special. Something BIG to catch even the tiniest little attention. To be different. Which makes me avoid a lot of things. But being hit with the "Why do you draw?" and "No one else can be exactly like you" just moved me to tears. Of course no one could be exactly like me. My art, my feelings, my own way of looking, my thinking, my ideas, my dislikes and likes all make me an individual. And yet i fear im not being creative enough despite getting compliments for my creativity which makes me think im not good enough. This all makes me take a step back, *look back* at what ive ackomplished and smile. Re-hearing those words as i play back just to once more, get to hear i am indeed, unique. Thank you.
For me, It’s the passion to just… create things, for the ideas in my head to be implemented in paper. They sometimes may not turn out as expected, but when they do it’s a wonderful feeling knowing you did good and you yourself created something.
Hi there beyond media, I'm an artist, 16 years old right now and I was working on a piece, listening to this video, wondering this very question. I go to an art school and everyone around me inspires me and provokes a feeling of jealousy in me at the same time. I doubt my skill, for it isn't as impressive as the ones of my peers but you reminded me why I do what I love and I want to thank you for that. I actually cried a little, thank you for making this video, it was the exact words and reasurrence I needed to be engraved into my heart.
the comparative part of art school can push a lot of people to give up, either in college or at some point during their career. they wouldnt have ended their dream if they didnt quit. Instead be like fujimoto, let the emotions fuel you. Live! (also take time for yourself to recharge, even if it feels silly. Good luck!)
For me, art is trying to capture life. Drawing is capturing your imagination. Photography is capturing reality. Writing is capturing your thoughts. This is what I dedicate a big chunk of my time to and it makes me a lot happier ❤ Love your videos a lot, thank you for your dedication and skill!
This video genuinely makes me cry. I'm an artist and when I saw this film for the first time I got so sentimental. I nearly gave up on creating my own pieces because of the fear of not working out. My patents demotivated me when I wanted to go to art school, saying that I would never be able to find a job and things like that. Seeing Fujino's process improving her drawings reminded me as a kid. I don't want to lose my passion ever again
Damn that “Why do you draw then?” Hits different! Ngl that last bit of speech at the end was inspiring it made me tear up a bit! And Fujimoto is just built different! Honestly felt his struggle!
Thank you so much for this video. I am someone with a 7-year background in art school, I’ve started drawing even earlier than I knew maths. I went to that art school earlier than I went to a normal one. I burned out at 15. It’s been 18 years and most times my hand feels wooden - like it’s not mine. But what I haven’t lost - my spark. About 10 years ago I’ve decided that if I can’t draw anymore, I’m going to learn how to make photos of people. I succeeded in a way. But I lacked freedom, because full freedom comes when you control everything- I started to write. English is not my first language, you see. So I trained myself much like Fujimoto did - lots and lots of media. I started writing fanfiction but then I wrote a short original piece on a whim. I asked a friend and she helped me to draw a prologue for it. A couple years later I made myself translate it - barely anyone reads it. Then 2020 and general dissociation… it took me 5 years and a mildly traumatic episode to come back and make an outline for a whole thing in a day. This idea it never went away from my head, these characters that lacked a lot of background, they never left me and continued to live within my mind and one day it just clicked. Lots of inspiration also comes from a particular music album and I even dropped a comment for a creator here and there and they encouraged me to continue working - this might be nothing, just a polite gesture, but for me it’s a lot. My friends barely supported me, but I need this thing to live. It’s bigger than me and I want to tell their story, they can’t just die like this. I need to set them free into the big world. And Fujimoto, he has passion that is ultimately a talent. Many people say that talent is nothing, but inspiration makes you move forward.
How does this video have less than 1k views? This was one of the most well written, beautiful, inspiring videos I’ve ever witnessed on this platform. When I was younger I used to write stories with friends, creating characters and allowing them to interact where we put them through hardships and let them feel love and hate and anguish and spite. As time has gone on, most of them have moved on from this but I still feel the passion deep within me every day. I started a DND campaign with some other friends recently to get that drive back, but it’s not the same. I want to write a full story based on those old stories our group used to create, even if only for myself. I never acted on it because of the stress of school, work, etc. but I feel so heavily impacted by this video. Only I can take that step and create that story. Only I can share the kind of love that I feel for creating these stories. No one may ever see it, but I think I’m going to start on writing a full narrative like I’ve always wanted to. This was a gorgeous video. Thank you for making this. You are truly a talented RUclipsr, and I can’t wait to see what else you put out.
@@pewpewpew_4206 Good luck writing!! I’ve been a novelist for 7 years now and the enjoyment of crafting a story with my own hands is one of the best feeling ever to this day. Thanks so much for watching and I’m glad you enjoyed!! Best of luck on your endeavors, and keep me posted!!
I spiraled through the last few weeks with the thought of why do I draw and for what purpose if no one will ever see it. Look back and then this video definitely gave me an answer to this. Thank you for this video.
Thank you for having made this video. I think I will come back to it several times over the years, when I need it most. I recently started a job that I love almost by accident, and now I never want to let go of it. I wake up happy because I get to create. I get so much feedback on my work, on a level I'd never been able to before, and I do sometimes think that it must be because of luck, not any particular talent, that I got it. But I know that can't be true. When the impostor syndrome gets strong, I look back at the praise I get from my peers now and it is as if it evaporates. Honing your skills means nothing if you cannot muster the passion to put them to use, or the energy to be able to use them. Look after yourselves.
the amount of passion in his voice at the end brought me to tears. Ive always struggled with completing work and ive always never seen myself as a good artist. I look and watch and observe people who are better than me and its always been such a heartbreaking experience when I look back and realize how far ive come till now when ive quit. I want to write my own story one day. This inspired me so much as well as several other stories and videos ive watched to make me want to write my own story. i dont know how it will go, and i dont know if ill give up, but i want to write. I want to make art. Thank you.
The ending of this video really hit me. For years now, I have just felt like, "What's the point? My art isn't good enough; no one sees it. I don't have the platform I want to have," but how you put it was just so beautiful. There's only one of me who will ever live, while I'm here and have the time I deserve to tell my stories, whether people see it or not. Thank you for that and thank you to all the other artists and creators out there, your craft matters too. 💜
I just checked out your Deltarune speed paint and I thought it was amazing!! I’m glad this was encouraging. Thanks so much for your time watching and commenting
I think a lot of art and creating is rooted in the human desire for connection. Connecting with your thoughts, your feelings as well as connecting with others. Being creatively inclined is often incredibly lonely. Art is a skill, and skills are meant for finding success and making money. Yet, artists see life, the world and humans with such depth of emotion that a lot of people are not able to interact comfortably with it unless its exploited, critically praised or digestible to this majority audience. Why do you draw? Why aren't you selling this? Who is this for? What does this mean? Kids are natural artists and storytellers. Yet we are so quick to make them have to defend themselves. A lot of them stop because of this pressure. I fell in love with manga when I was twelve because the stories and characters and emotions resonated with a little kid who was bad at expressing themselves. I connected with it, which helped me connect with friends, because of that I have a talent that I've nurtured for decades. My skills aren't commercially used, and I'm okay with that. I never sought to become the type of artist that had an audience. I draw and write because I wanted so desperately to be seen, I draw and write because I wanted others to know that I see them, too. It's a way of making life a little less lonely. At the end of the day, I think a lot of mangaka sit through such a grueling and difficult industry because of the knowledge that there are kids and people who see what they make, love it, and maybe will make something of their own one day. I will never forget seeing Horikoshi's fanart in the One Piece fan corner, and how a decade later, Oda is saying congratulations for the first volume of My Hero Academia. Horikoshi is one of thousands of kids who marked One Piece as an inspiration, and most of those kids will never be known, but does it matter? Does it matter when in fifteen years time, a new story will emerge that notes My Hero Academia for this honor? Art is a community garden reminding us of the work it takes to live a good life.
i love how i clicked this video and kinda guessed it'd be fujimoto, im so happy that even though im not into anime, he was the first creator i started with.
because I wanna rid myself of my godforsaken depression and the insecurity I feel every single moment I need speak to someone.... I really cant bring myself to not think that people see me as a piece of garbage. thank you
I dunno about depression as i have never had it, but i almost always feel empty. I dunno if this will help u or not, but trying doing something that u would never do normally. Could be anything- art, love, kink, hate, anger, anything. Something will click, trust me. Just dont do anything too bad
This video brought me to tears. I've been struggling with figuring out why I want to create and procrastination from fear and feeling that my art isn't good enough. This has made me realize that only I can make the ideas that swirl around in my head a reality. Thank you for making this video ❤
I think inspiration is important to him, but the fact that he draws just for the experience and because of the memories he shares with others too just as fujino does. In an interview, fujimoto says that he used to look into the past with anger but he started to think of the joy he had when he would draw when he was tired, sad, happy, and the fun he had with others. He draws for that reason in my opinion.
@@thatoneundertalefanatic fujimoto says the same thing, most artists feel that way cause the process is a lot of work. but there's a reason they still do it. (the connections and friendships, drawing to process any emotion)
I've been drawing for as long as I know myself, and art for me is mostly a way to show my imagination and give it a specific form, because for me, wanting to draw something from your imagination always felt like a story that you're DYING to tell someone. It grew more additional smaller reasons over time, like the process itself is satisfying, looking at the finished product brings me joy and pride, but the core reason remains unchanged. And I think because of it the ending speech hit me in the feels a little :,]
I been asking this question a while now, why I do art. Thank you for answering and thank you for it not being that there isn't any reson. I'm gonna complete my story after i just cry a lil❤
I create because i used to find so much joy in it. I need something to be prideful of. Something about myself that is good and ive loved art for so long. I desperately want that joy and love and passion back.
i love the final monologue/message to this video. yes, there's never been anyone in the history of man like you in this very moment capable of doing specifically what YOU can do
I create to be free. Words hold no boundaries, and being able to craft them to capture thoughts that you've never been able to speak aloud is pure bliss. Inspiration ignites a spark in me, and imagination nurtures that flame into living, breathing characters. Their pain, their happiness, their past, their dreams, their passions, their fears. I want to know them. I want the world to know them. Every single character has a part of me inside of them. But every single one is different. Writing is a form of expression, and only those observant enough can read into the hidden details which are cleverly woven into stories. It's exciting, wondrous, and addicting. Most of all, it's freeing.
Something I realised is how the reason we create comes down to our ties with human relations and connections. Look back has to be one of my favourite works from Fujimoto. I found that creativty and self expression can fuel fulfillment but cause burdens too. As we move through the different stages of life, maybe art, our creative abilities and works display how art connects people through even through intangible ways. Through creation I found that we can bridge the gaps between the creator and the collective, and showcase our creations to another to develop deeper connections with each other. I'll probably never forget about Fujino and Kyomoto's story ever.
Woah... "Why do you create?" hit me hard, tearing me up. This got me thinking, why do I keep creating art and RUclips videos? My perfectionism keeps trying to stop me from creating, I keep thinking about how others will value my creations, I compare others' creations to mine and feel bad about it, but in the end, I am still creating. I'm not perfect and of course, not everything have to be perfect. This is the best video, I have ever seen. The work and edits you put in are amazing, you got me inspired to create even more! Thank you! ✨️
you changed my life with this video, for the past year i've been really struggling with my art journey after getting rejected from art school, i despised my art and didn't see a purpose in it anymore since i've been drawing for the sole purpose of going to art school, but this made me realise that i still wanna create and its always been a part of me i just lost myself among the lines of obsession, i want to create because i am inspired.
that last little bit at the end of the video genuinely made me tear. its hard for me to show myself aspecially since where im from (japan) has such high expectations. i really just need to enjoy myself.
This video really made me cry as I was completing my final project. I have always been upset that I can never grab the attention of others with my work, but now I'm so happy to hear. I have always been told that art is meant to be seen, but I always liked to keep my art to myself. thank you so much for making my struggles feel seen
Its because I have to. Creation is my life, its my joy and I cannot imagine living without creating. I love to draw, to paint, to sculpt, to write, to sing, to dance, to act, to do everything and to always get my feelings out creatively. I cannot imagine my being without art. I cannot imagine my existence without creation. It is my very me. And to those who don't, to those who only consume and do not create, I do not understand them. If you're a person who, in no way creates or does art, I don't understand you. Because art is such a pivotal thing to my very being that it feels impossible to not feel a need to create or to give out to the world in any way.
First time in this channel. My heart has warmed up, you’ve managed to make the tears of passion scape the cell of my eyes. I will know begin to pick back up my thoughts and feelings, and make it tangible for those around me! Thank you for returning the urge to create, that I thought have abandoned years ago.
i came across this video without having watched lookback yet so i decided to watch the movie first so as to not be spoiled and now i cant even go through the lookback segment without wanting to bawl my eyes again
the ending was incredible to a degree I can’t describe in words. This video reminded me of that excitement and passion by being inspired. Thank you for making this video and I look forward to seeing what you do next! 🌱
As an artist that video really touched something in my heart, something very relatable. As for me the reason i create is maybe very selfish but its the people who genuinely like my art whether its 5, 50, or thousands of people. But the more deep is probably not beeing forgotten, stories when art beeing appreciated years after even the creators death. With today's people attention span its unlikely but "hope is the last to die" And hopefully i could continue creating art untill my own death. Thanks for this wonderful video ❤
This video ended in such a warm and inspirational way. You have a wonderful way with words. Also 7 books is a lot, I’m inspired by your dedication to your art.
this video literally got me in tears at the end, i was drawing my personal art and having fun while watching and, man.. i never had such a boost of motivation before.. thanks for making this video, man.. i will take the message that this video gave me to my heart.
as an artist who has lost passion a long time ago, this has been a waking call and a kick in the back for me to get back at drawing once again. Fujimoto's work has been an inspiration for me for a while now, and hearing the story behind all of this, I can't help but feel motivated to learn new things and improve myself once more. Thank you for this well made video ❤
this video helped me solidify the reason as to why I create, it is an expression of myself. I work hard to improve due to me being SO pationete on expressing who I am as a human being. My thoughts, my feelings, anything and everything I create is a part of myself and I embrace it so much that it becames an extention of myself. A visual one that others can see and help them understand me better. And I think that is quite beautiful in a way ^^
Holy shit dude, I haven’t drawn for myself in about 3 years but this video really rinkindled my spirit and made me realise how much I love art, genuinely almost brought me to tears. I think my frontal lobe developed 😭😭
Between watching/reading Look Back and revisiting Porter Robinson's "Nurture" and the meaning in it's music, it's really made me reevaluate myself as an artist and why I do the things I do. Both of these have become extremely important works to me, and have made me want to move forward as a creator. They have also both left me crying constantly, so I'm growing to accept that as the norm lol
I rarely write comments but wanted to leave this here for you. Honestly speaking I clicked on this video randomly and didn't expect to be left in tears haha you have touched my heart and for that I am greatful. I know the feelings of doubt you've described. I deal with those thoughts of "I'm not good enough" with practically everything I make. I've learned to tell myself that I never will be as the expectation of myself will rise with my skill and so it doesn't matter. I derive joy from creating, I feel pride that I am able to touch hearts of others with it and even if every piece I make in my life will never be good enough for myself, I will continue in making it. So thank you for an amazing video.
I create because I love it , I like to see myself in those powers , I am unable to draw . I just imagine things and world in different scenarios from brutal to sweet .I live in India where mangas are`nt very famous and only middle class and high class can afford it. To me it feels like my country and myself does'nt have enough resources and opportunities . Currently the data I am using is`nt purchased by me . " I create different lives about different people in different worlds , I like to create and predict the behaviour of different people in different scenarios " . My greatest weakness is can't draw . My greatest insecurity about my art is that it does'nt get lost .Therefore now i have started to write a little about it , but i wonder when i will grow up whether i will be able to share it and get praise from it or i will just end up like boring office worker . I want my art to be known
This video brought me tears. Despite the talents around me and my parents telling me to quit. Somehow I managed to hold on to the straw of brushes and keep going. Having the answer does. And I do want to find out the answer what inspired me. Thank you🎉
Funny thing is, I started to come up and become more noticed in art while enjoying myself and doing for me than the times I worked hard but hated it and only thought of winning. I think perspective matters too.
thank you for making this great video, those words towards the end really got to me and actually made me cry i’ve been going through too much and i cant remember the last time i finished a drawing. i’ve struggled with depression for so long that i forgot why i drew in the first place and why it made me happy. you’ve helped me see things in a different way and i will try harder to get through this and better myself, thank you
that question at the end really had me in tears because now that i think about it, i’d always say that i draw for fun but most of the time i pour my heart out in my drawings and yet, i still dont have an answer on why i do art
Man, the end of the video almost made me burst in tears.! I've been really struggling about what I create lately and if it IS really worth the time and the investment, but because of you I realized how hard I've been on myself. I love doing what I do and thank you for making me relight my passion for it. Peace, man.
The versicle in the description was the icing on the cake... Thank you for explaining the movie to us, and for expressing yourself in the most sincere way possible... You also inspired us here, just as we want to inspire someone someday~
Look Back was such a textbook experience of an artist who started drawing young. Receiving praise from both children and adults making you believe there must not be anyone better than yourself only to grow up and realize your art is just average at best outside of your small world. When I got older, I also met a friend whose art I thought was so amazing, I aimed to improve myself too. We also stopped talking due to a fight that never would've happened had I not continued making art years later. I've literally experienced being both fujimo and kyomoto and this movie will always have a special place in my heart but that fight also led me to resenting art despite it being my main source of income. It became a chore, a job I had neither passion nor love for and I always thought it was evident in my current art's lifelessness despite what my clients told me. Seeing your video at 2am and hearing the exact words I didn't even know I needed to hear has sparked something inside that I felt a very long time ago when I picked up a pencil and started creating for the very first time. I continued pursuing art thinking my purpose was to attain my friend's level of skill and when I lost that friendship, I also lost my will to create. But you're right, I do not need a reason right in this very moment just so I can enjoy creating art. To genuinely pour my heart out into my creations without needing reason and validation IS enough reason for me to continue and I'll forever be grateful to you for helping me realize that. What a privilege it is indeed to have a heart that creates😭❤
Amazing comment. And that’s totally spot on. It’s such a beautiful privilege. Thanks for this story and comment. I hope you make something you’re wholly proud of!!
Honestly after this videos ending i had to subscribe. Your narration if the story is so captivating but it isnt just you reading the authors work but dissecting it in such a beautiful manner and that ending hit hard. I play a couple of instruments, i draw, i paint, i sing and i enjoy all of it but i never stopped to think on why. That ending where you asked why do we create had me wondering what the reason was. And at some point i went why do i? I dont know. But the way you described creating made me wanna run out to my local art store and just go wild at a canvas without any plan. Even without knowing i think the fact that we have the drive to create is the most precious thing humanity has, so thank you for creating this video. For sharing your art in a way to be enjoyed by all and to help relight passion in people with just your words, genuinely inspirational
Mannnnn. Thank you so much for the chat and this comment. And thank you for giving us your time to watch. This means so much. I hope you continue to create!! Go wild on that canvas!! Throw your heart on there and grab all those reasons why!!
decided to finally watch look back, its so.. powerful? I don't really know what the best word is for how i see it. I've been struggling with motivation and just liking my art, but this movie really made me look at my art in a different way.
I relate to what you revealed about your insecuritues about your ideas and skills in writing. I also want to write I haven't been able to complete any of my ideas, cause I struggle with the same type of thoughts. When I was young I decided I wanted to tell my story, and tell as many stories as I could to make sure others don't feel alone the way I did. I wish you the best and I hope you create something you're truly proud of.
Thank you. I've been in a rough spot but it seems like Earth itself is sending me motivational sparks to keep me going haha. I've started drawing so that I could connect with my brother. We're 12 years apart, and never had the best relationship siblings could have. As I drew, I've met interesting people. I've connected to a few during school. And eventually, drawing helped me meet my sweetheart, and so many more wonderful people. It's helped me feed myself, it's helped me care for my animals, it's... Kind of saved me really. Drawing for me is a way to connect. If someone can see my drawings and be inspired, or meet other people through it and continue that craft and circle of connection... Then fuck, man, I'll be damn happy. Thank you. I'll keep on drawing till the end.
Kurimoto is me in this story. Im very good at art but its people like Fujino is who inspires me. I dont understamd how fujimoto thinks he is bad at art. These artworks are some of the best manga art ive seen. I just… love it so much..
I've never really given the question of 'Why do you create?' any thought, and I honestly don't really know why I create, it's just something I do without thinking. Either that, or it's the one skill I've put enough time and effort into that pushes me to continue, even though it can be bothersome to do something as simple as picking up a pen. Another reason as to why I create could be that I just want to make others feel something when looking at what I've made. Maybe they get a chuckle when I make something silly and dumb, perhaps they feel amazed when I show them something that I put a lot of time into. That could very well be a reason why I create, because knowing that something I made made people feel something, makes me want to continue to do the things I do.
Fujimoto literally split himself into two cute anime girls and he's such a king for that
I read spit and it made no sense
And levitated 🙏
"inside u are two wolves"
Tf?
It’s weird
"There weren’t any prep schools near me, so I went to an art class with a lot of old people, where I did oil paintings in the corner. There were good artists there, so I decided that if I didn’t get better than them in four years I would kill them, and since I didn’t want to go on the run if I was a good artist, I just kept drawing." - Tatsuki FujiGOATo
That’s my king 🗣️🗣️🔥‼️
Did he really say that? And really thought that? Tf is wrong with him for f sake
@@yaraalasiri4623 I think it's a just a hyperbole
@@yaraalasiri4623 Fake fan alert
GOAT
“Then why do you draw, Fujino?”
That line hit really hard, especially hearing it in Kyoumoto’s innocent voice along with her rural accent…
To me not just Look Back but Goodbye Eri too feels like Fujimoto writing about himself. While Look Back introspects on the pursuit of art itself and is a way for the artist to come to terms with the pursuit of art in times of tragedy & grief. Goodbye Eri disects his own writing style and the way in which he deals with tragedy. The need for shock, the need for catharsis, the need for distance from reality in fiction all materialized through the iconic explosions that have been termed "Fujimoto Explosions" from which his protagonists walk away unscathed.
Everytime i’ve heard about people reading a fujimoto work, it leaves them with the same feeling. (i get this too) CSM pt1 Firepunch, Goodbye Eri, & Look Back, they all leave you with this almost melancholy feeling. You sit back and try and take in and process everything you just witnessed. And then the question hits you: “What was the point?” and I’ve asked a lot of people what they think the point of some of these series was. Everyone either doesn’t know or gives a different answer. That’s kind of the beauty of a fujimoto work, you can feel so much emotion and passion for what he’s doing in every moment of the story. The meanings are derived from his personal thoughts. The stories he tells feel more like expressions of ideas, rather than whole and complete works but everything is so well connected it almost feels like it has to mean something. I don’t write but I do think about stories and make up stuff in my head, and this is probably me parasocially projecting, I think fujimoto isn’t writing stories purely for us. I think the ideas and emotion he puts into his stories aren’t for the reader to gain an understanding of things. I think he does write stories in part for the viewer but I think he does it because he has ideas and thoughts and experiences that he wants to put into the format of art to try and achieve some level of understanding about these things. An artist seeking the meaning of their feelings, thoughts, and actions through art.
Edit: just to add on, what I mean by this is that (and this is a personal theory and possibly me projecting my own feelings) is that this art for fujimoto is a coping mechanism to try and seek meaning in his actions and intentions, the art creates this barrier of separation. It allows him to be vulnerable with himself and the viewer but perhaps not in a way the viewer fully understands. The art is comfort, and it’s expression.
(forgive my ramble, I love fujimoto)
Well said!
@@asleepintherain Fujimoto really seems to be the guy that creates, then looks at it and goes "what am I even trying to tell with this, what's going on", but instead of answering that, he just makes the next thing. It really seems that he just creates entirely on feeling and whim, just puts ideas on the paper and lets it all ride.
On one hand, it can seem very... weird, floaty. Once you see through it, the tension of the work disappears. I just found it hard to actually care about characters living on dying in Fire Punch and Chainsaw Man past a certain point, because them living or dying or resurrecting is completely arbitrary. On the other, it's very interesting to go through that gamut of emotions from being very invested to confused to starting to think outside the story and more about what it all is trying to portray in an unconscious way. Just as Fujimoto is trying to figure things out through his work, so does his work invite us to do the same.
For this reason, it's hard for me to exactly praise his work, as... well, I do prefer when an author DOES know what they're saying and are layering their own understanding of the world into the work, I like to explore finely considered ideas and characters that are more rounded, rather than the endless gallery of confused, traumatized, stunted characters Fujimoto writes - but I can still respect this pure dedication to exploring the story as it goes. He's the most "8/10" author I know, because even if you don't exactly vibe with the work, there's still plenty in it to like from any angle you want to look at it.
@@thesunthrone I do understand this view and this is just as probable as mine, I just personally love Fujimotos works
@@thesunthrone ngl hard disagree. Fujimoto works are purposefully abstract but a have such clear ideas and perspective. But they're ideas that are non traditional & post modern and asks you to let go of your beliefs too. Be it ideas of personal identity, morality against politics/religion or the humanity it takes to create art in Fire Punch or the imperfect victims of chainsaw man.(Fujimoto himself said how chainsaw man is based on the many child abuse he watched for research). So it does make sense that it'll not be for everyone since the characters are as ambiguous as a real person but all of his works are anything but unclear in its purpose.
I had a childhood friend and we were literally art buddies until I moved abroad. I stayed in high school but due to anxiety, she stopped attending and focused on an art career instead. When I saw this movie IM TELLING YOU!!
The other Person probably also saw the movie and thought about u. Thats how creators can connect people without knowing.
@@mini_onsso beautiful
@@mini_onsim crying because i think about my old best friend all the time. i wonder constantly if he thinks about me. probably not.
@@stjeep feel better im sorry bout that
that activate windows notification pop up got me wheezing while tears were streaming down my face when i noticed it
That had me dead, hope this man makes enough off of his videos to buy windows.
@@thewheelsman29with 9k subs and 71k views, he could prob buy windows
@@thewheelsman29I've never understood why people even buy it, I've always managed to just get an activation key for free online or activated it with admin
@@thewheelsman29 Massgrave is still free
me too 😂😭😭
pls never doubt your artistic skills ever again. your video brought me to tears and teleported the pencil and paper in front of me. this literally cleared my artblock. thank you.
AMAZING TO HEAR. Thanks so much for watching
look back has had such a powerful impact on me as an artist, like I was literally in tears the whole time reading it reminds me so much of myself
I started a new piece for school today and I decided to make something that I care about made purely out of passion, it has nothing to do with my other pieces and this manga was the reason I rethought the reason I even make art in the first place. I hope everyone who makes art and believes they have a passion for it reads this work it’s so beautiful
@@khanthemonke I am proud of you brother, we need more artistic souls in society like you
@@zzz83f thank you 😭
@@khanthemonke so what kind of artist you are? Do you draw manga?
@ I paint stuff
Are we gonna ignore the fast his speech near the end of the video was inspiring like a lot, that crap was actually amazing
bro he deleted my nihilism with that.
No cause it was actually so inspiring it makes me want to create at 5 in the morning in the freezing winter
I cried...
@@HanabiTeame too.
tell me about it that shit touched my heart in ways i didn’t think i could feel again
I started creating art because it was fun, but as time progressed, i found it as a source of comfort. I dont talk much and have a hard time expressing myself with words, art enables me to release emotions and express myself. It also brings me joy.
My friend died 3 weeks ago, he got me into web development and design, I used to envy him for his skills, for his free time, for his love for it, I loved web dev but I only continued learning because I wanted to be like him, I went on even though I was in the 2nd year of med school, then I gave up, just like fujino, exactly like that, I snapped out of it, time flew by, after two years he went abroad and died their, all the memories of him are flowing through my head, my eyes and my heart peace be upon him.
That alternative ending is closest to my story, except that he dies in it too.
Thanks so much for this comment man. Rest in peace to your brother.
My deepest condolences, Rest In Peace.
Man RIP Kim Jung Gi. It’s dope that Fujimoto mentioned him as an influence. It still makes me sad how he died so suddenly.
I can't tell you how close to home this is.
I drew a lot when I was a kid, and it wasn't until 2021 when I was in my Softmore Year of Highschool. That I took drawing seriously.
At the time I felt that my drawings were like the all time best, but then I realized overtime that my drawings sucked.
About a year later I did this project in school where we had to do illustrations and come up with a story to follow along. The illustrations weren't meant to be the best, but the writing and creativity is what really mattered.
I thought that after a year of drawing and improving my skill I can show off my ability as an artist through this project. By the time we showed off the story to the entire class, there was this student who had spectacular illustrations that threw mine out the court so to speak. To be honest, I was jelous at time and I tried to create more "Impressive" illustrations that I felt weren't as good as I wanted them to be.
There have been times where I've doubted my ability and myself. Hell, at some points I wanted to give up. But no matter what, I kept going. Over the years I've been teaching myself some new techniques here and there.
It's been 3 1/2 years since I took drawing seriously and while I feel that I have improved significantly over the years I am still learning and growing in my journey.
Do not rush yourself, do not think that you cannot do something because you weren't able to the first time. The important thing is to not give up on yourself.
Have faith in yourself, and God bless.
Amazing comment. Thanks so much for watching. Keep pushing!!!
Why did I listen to this while doing groceries? Now I'm finding an empty aisle to cry on its floor. Man, why did you have to write and narrate it so wonderfully and compellingly? 😭😭
I was an art student and quit drawing until I knew I couldn't compete with my peers who were publishing authors or freelancers, and I couldn't attend university for art without my parents' approval. But I just really want to draw.
You can still draw!! Thanks so much for to comment, and I hope you pick up art again!
Hello, you are not the only one who cant not pursue art career any further. Since I was a child I want to become a manga artist or an animator. I even got a diploma in illustration with animation. I managed to get a job related with the industry, unfortunately due to how much demanding the job is and it's taking a toll to my health, I decided take hiatus in art sector and work on other industry. I hope this will makes you feel less lonely. I find it's best to do arts more as hobby instead as main source if income. It makes me less resentful towards the world in general.
I create because I want to be cared about by someone
I am here to care
I've read so much of Tatsuki Fujimotos' work that i immediately recognize his art style.... and also prepare myself that a character is gonna die within a few minutes
Holy crap, I did not expect how beautifully this video would be made. Tatsuki Fujimoto is a huge inspiration for me and Lookback has impacted me in such a way I can’t describe. For me it feels like after years of being drawn to art and stories, I can finally put into words why. I feel like I’ve finally found my passion in life, and as if its always just been on the tip of my tongue. Thank you for making this video. And thank you for helping put into words why we create.
Thanks so much for watching!!
I was a professional artist that due to complicated life situations I stopped drawing. This movie deeply resonated with me. I love fujimito's style so much, he is just built different.
I'm so happy that someone else found the beauty in that quote from Baki
Absolutely beautiful quote
I’ve had story in my head brewing for over 10 years and I’ve finally started drawing and writing it. Look Back really pushed me to go through with creating what I want. Even if it doesn’t see the same success as other stories or have the same high level art I want it to. I’m still gonna write I’m still gonna draw it. Because it’s been a part of my life longer than most other inspirations. I want to see my characters grow and see if I can reach the goals that I’ve set for this story. So please anyone else out there with a story keep writing it don’t lose faith because the only person who can tell your story is you.
Thank you man, this video definitely brought me back to reality. I've always wanted to write a story and I always come up with new ideas for them but I always just tell myself that nobody would ever want to read anything I'd write, and that it wouldn't be worth it. Now, I remember that you really only live once and in the time I'm alive I'm going to get somebody to read my goddamn story.
I clicked on this video, bored, unsure of what to watch, so I clicked on this. I got interested and continued watching. Little did I know, I would be crying and deeply questioning why. Why do I create art? I know nobody cares about my art, I know I never show my art online..so why? I think this video has helped me figure it out. Although I'm not creating the next chainsaw man, I do find a bit of myself in Fujimoto. Its because I love drawing. I love writing. I love making comics. Whenever I'm sad, mad, happy, tired or bored, you can see that in my art. I create art for a very simple reason; because I can.
LOVE that 🤍🤍
ok wow, i'm crying. you've honestly inspired me to write again. i haven't written in so long, my mental health + feeling that my work wasn't good enough really discouraged me. thank you.
This means so much. Thank you for sharing it. Keep writing!!!
Just hearing those last few sentences made me realize how insecure i was about fitting into a sterotype. I always feel like i need to be doing something special. Something BIG to catch even the tiniest little attention. To be different. Which makes me avoid a lot of things. But being hit with the "Why do you draw?" and "No one else can be exactly like you" just moved me to tears. Of course no one could be exactly like me. My art, my feelings, my own way of looking, my thinking, my ideas, my dislikes and likes all make me an individual. And yet i fear im not being creative enough despite getting compliments for my creativity which makes me think im not good enough. This all makes me take a step back, *look back* at what ive ackomplished and smile. Re-hearing those words as i play back just to once more, get to hear i am indeed, unique. Thank you.
That’s amazing!! Thank you for sharing this comment.
This is beautiful, thank you. As an artist struggling whit identity, i relate :)
For me, It’s the passion to just… create things, for the ideas in my head to be implemented in paper. They sometimes may not turn out as expected, but when they do it’s a wonderful feeling knowing you did good and you yourself created something.
Hi there beyond media, I'm an artist, 16 years old right now and I was working on a piece, listening to this video, wondering this very question. I go to an art school and everyone around me inspires me and provokes a feeling of jealousy in me at the same time. I doubt my skill, for it isn't as impressive as the ones of my peers but you reminded me why I do what I love and I want to thank you for that. I actually cried a little, thank you for making this video, it was the exact words and reasurrence I needed to be engraved into my heart.
@@SamRamirez-l3l Thank YOU! Keep creating my friend!!
the comparative part of art school can push a lot of people to give up, either in college or at some point during their career. they wouldnt have ended their dream if they didnt quit. Instead be like fujimoto, let the emotions fuel you. Live!
(also take time for yourself to recharge, even if it feels silly. Good luck!)
22:45 Keeping this here to remind myself whenever I feel lost or disheartened.
to me, Fujimoto's one of the greatest of this generation with every work he puts out
For me, art is trying to capture life.
Drawing is capturing your imagination. Photography is capturing reality. Writing is capturing your thoughts.
This is what I dedicate a big chunk of my time to and it makes me a lot happier ❤
Love your videos a lot, thank you for your dedication and skill!
I liked that quote. thank you.
This video genuinely makes me cry. I'm an artist and when I saw this film for the first time I got so sentimental. I nearly gave up on creating my own pieces because of the fear of not working out. My patents demotivated me when I wanted to go to art school, saying that I would never be able to find a job and things like that. Seeing Fujino's process improving her drawings reminded me as a kid. I don't want to lose my passion ever again
Damn that “Why do you draw then?” Hits different! Ngl that last bit of speech at the end was inspiring it made me tear up a bit! And Fujimoto is just built different! Honestly felt his struggle!
Thank you so much for this video. I am someone with a 7-year background in art school, I’ve started drawing even earlier than I knew maths. I went to that art school earlier than I went to a normal one. I burned out at 15. It’s been 18 years and most times my hand feels wooden - like it’s not mine. But what I haven’t lost - my spark. About 10 years ago I’ve decided that if I can’t draw anymore, I’m going to learn how to make photos of people. I succeeded in a way. But I lacked freedom, because full freedom comes when you control everything- I started to write. English is not my first language, you see. So I trained myself much like Fujimoto did - lots and lots of media.
I started writing fanfiction but then I wrote a short original piece on a whim. I asked a friend and she helped me to draw a prologue for it. A couple years later I made myself translate it - barely anyone reads it. Then 2020 and general dissociation… it took me 5 years and a mildly traumatic episode to come back and make an outline for a whole thing in a day.
This idea it never went away from my head, these characters that lacked a lot of background, they never left me and continued to live within my mind and one day it just clicked. Lots of inspiration also comes from a particular music album and I even dropped a comment for a creator here and there and they encouraged me to continue working - this might be nothing, just a polite gesture, but for me it’s a lot.
My friends barely supported me, but I need this thing to live. It’s bigger than me and I want to tell their story, they can’t just die like this. I need to set them free into the big world.
And Fujimoto, he has passion that is ultimately a talent. Many people say that talent is nothing, but inspiration makes you move forward.
How does this video have less than 1k views? This was one of the most well written, beautiful, inspiring videos I’ve ever witnessed on this platform.
When I was younger I used to write stories with friends, creating characters and allowing them to interact where we put them through hardships and let them feel love and hate and anguish and spite. As time has gone on, most of them have moved on from this but I still feel the passion deep within me every day. I started a DND campaign with some other friends recently to get that drive back, but it’s not the same. I want to write a full story based on those old stories our group used to create, even if only for myself. I never acted on it because of the stress of school, work, etc. but I feel so heavily impacted by this video. Only I can take that step and create that story. Only I can share the kind of love that I feel for creating these stories. No one may ever see it, but I think I’m going to start on writing a full narrative like I’ve always wanted to.
This was a gorgeous video. Thank you for making this. You are truly a talented RUclipsr, and I can’t wait to see what else you put out.
@@pewpewpew_4206 Good luck writing!! I’ve been a novelist for 7 years now and the enjoyment of crafting a story with my own hands is one of the best feeling ever to this day. Thanks so much for watching and I’m glad you enjoyed!!
Best of luck on your endeavors, and keep me posted!!
I spiraled through the last few weeks with the thought of why do I draw and for what purpose if no one will ever see it. Look back and then this video definitely gave me an answer to this. Thank you for this video.
Thank you for having made this video. I think I will come back to it several times over the years, when I need it most.
I recently started a job that I love almost by accident, and now I never want to let go of it. I wake up happy because I get to create. I get so much feedback on my work, on a level I'd never been able to before, and I do sometimes think that it must be because of luck, not any particular talent, that I got it. But I know that can't be true. When the impostor syndrome gets strong, I look back at the praise I get from my peers now and it is as if it evaporates. Honing your skills means nothing if you cannot muster the passion to put them to use, or the energy to be able to use them. Look after yourselves.
the amount of passion in his voice at the end brought me to tears. Ive always struggled with completing work and ive always never seen myself as a good artist. I look and watch and observe people who are better than me and its always been such a heartbreaking experience when I look back and realize how far ive come till now when ive quit. I want to write my own story one day. This inspired me so much as well as several other stories and videos ive watched to make me want to write my own story. i dont know how it will go, and i dont know if ill give up, but i want to write. I want to make art. Thank you.
@ezerai_ YOU GOT THIS BOSS 🤍
The ending of this video really hit me. For years now, I have just felt like, "What's the point? My art isn't good enough; no one sees it. I don't have the platform I want to have," but how you put it was just so beautiful. There's only one of me who will ever live, while I'm here and have the time I deserve to tell my stories, whether people see it or not. Thank you for that and thank you to all the other artists and creators out there, your craft matters too. 💜
I just checked out your Deltarune speed paint and I thought it was amazing!! I’m glad this was encouraging. Thanks so much for your time watching and commenting
there isn't many youtube videos that have made me cry. This is one of them.
I think a lot of art and creating is rooted in the human desire for connection. Connecting with your thoughts, your feelings as well as connecting with others. Being creatively inclined is often incredibly lonely. Art is a skill, and skills are meant for finding success and making money. Yet, artists see life, the world and humans with such depth of emotion that a lot of people are not able to interact comfortably with it unless its exploited, critically praised or digestible to this majority audience. Why do you draw? Why aren't you selling this? Who is this for? What does this mean? Kids are natural artists and storytellers. Yet we are so quick to make them have to defend themselves. A lot of them stop because of this pressure.
I fell in love with manga when I was twelve because the stories and characters and emotions resonated with a little kid who was bad at expressing themselves. I connected with it, which helped me connect with friends, because of that I have a talent that I've nurtured for decades. My skills aren't commercially used, and I'm okay with that. I never sought to become the type of artist that had an audience. I draw and write because I wanted so desperately to be seen, I draw and write because I wanted others to know that I see them, too. It's a way of making life a little less lonely.
At the end of the day, I think a lot of mangaka sit through such a grueling and difficult industry because of the knowledge that there are kids and people who see what they make, love it, and maybe will make something of their own one day. I will never forget seeing Horikoshi's fanart in the One Piece fan corner, and how a decade later, Oda is saying congratulations for the first volume of My Hero Academia. Horikoshi is one of thousands of kids who marked One Piece as an inspiration, and most of those kids will never be known, but does it matter? Does it matter when in fifteen years time, a new story will emerge that notes My Hero Academia for this honor? Art is a community garden reminding us of the work it takes to live a good life.
i love how i clicked this video and kinda guessed it'd be fujimoto, im so happy that even though im not into anime, he was the first creator i started with.
Art is your point of view. That's it. Nothing more. But your way to see your reality.
Genuinely the most mesmerizing video ive watched. Relit feelings and a passion in me so thank you.
Use the ten dollars FOR A GODDAMN WINDOWS KEY
@mogosa5674 huh? Why would i need a window key?
@@erickbohorquez5731 the guy who made the video not u
Didn't read the Look Back manga, but I saw the movie... it made me cry... so beautiful...
because I wanna rid myself of my godforsaken depression and the insecurity I feel every single moment I need speak to someone.... I really cant bring myself to not think that people see me as a piece of garbage. thank you
You're not alone.
I dunno about depression as i have never had it, but i almost always feel empty. I dunno if this will help u or not, but trying doing something that u would never do normally. Could be anything- art, love, kink, hate, anger, anything. Something will click, trust me. Just dont do anything too bad
We can talk if you want
bro the end of this video is so powerful, u are an amazing writer and storyteller
Thank you bro that means so much
This video brought me to tears. I've been struggling with figuring out why I want to create and procrastination from fear and feeling that my art isn't good enough. This has made me realize that only I can make the ideas that swirl around in my head a reality. Thank you for making this video ❤
I think inspiration is important to him, but the fact that he draws just for the experience and because of the memories he shares with others too just as fujino does. In an interview, fujimoto says that he used to look into the past with anger but he started to think of the joy he had when he would draw when he was tired, sad, happy, and the fun he had with others. He draws for that reason in my opinion.
Doesn't Fujino end up saying she didn't even enjoy making manga?
@@thatoneundertalefanatic fujimoto says the same thing, most artists feel that way cause the process is a lot of work. but there's a reason they still do it. (the connections and friendships, drawing to process any emotion)
I've been drawing for as long as I know myself, and art for me is mostly a way to show my imagination and give it a specific form, because for me, wanting to draw something from your imagination always felt like a story that you're DYING to tell someone. It grew more additional smaller reasons over time, like the process itself is satisfying, looking at the finished product brings me joy and pride, but the core reason remains unchanged. And I think because of it the ending speech hit me in the feels a little :,]
I been asking this question a while now, why I do art. Thank you for answering and thank you for it not being that there isn't any reson. I'm gonna complete my story after i just cry a lil❤
I create because i used to find so much joy in it. I need something to be prideful of. Something about myself that is good and ive loved art for so long. I desperately want that joy and love and passion back.
i love the final monologue/message to this video. yes, there's never been anyone in the history of man like you in this very moment capable of doing specifically what YOU can do
I create to be free.
Words hold no boundaries, and being able to craft them to capture thoughts that you've never been able to speak aloud is pure bliss.
Inspiration ignites a spark in me, and imagination nurtures that flame into living, breathing characters. Their pain, their happiness, their past, their dreams, their passions, their fears. I want to know them. I want the world to know them.
Every single character has a part of me inside of them.
But every single one is different.
Writing is a form of expression, and only those observant enough can read into the hidden details which are cleverly woven into stories.
It's exciting, wondrous, and addicting.
Most of all, it's freeing.
I am not crying, what are you talking about? These are not tears streaming down my face
Sweat from the eyes mate. Happens to me all the time
Something I realised is how the reason we create comes down to our ties with human relations and connections.
Look back has to be one of my favourite works from Fujimoto. I found that creativty and self expression can fuel fulfillment but cause burdens too. As we move through the different stages of life, maybe art, our creative abilities and works display how art connects people through even through intangible ways. Through creation I found that we can bridge the gaps between the creator and the collective, and showcase our creations to another to develop deeper connections with each other. I'll probably never forget about Fujino and Kyomoto's story ever.
Love that
Woah... "Why do you create?" hit me hard, tearing me up.
This got me thinking, why do I keep creating art and RUclips videos? My perfectionism keeps trying to stop me from creating, I keep thinking about how others will value my creations, I compare others' creations to mine and feel bad about it, but in the end, I am still creating. I'm not perfect and of course, not everything have to be perfect.
This is the best video, I have ever seen. The work and edits you put in are amazing, you got me inspired to create even more! Thank you! ✨️
Thanks so much for this comment!! I hope you become the artist you wanna be!
you changed my life with this video, for the past year i've been really struggling with my art journey after getting rejected from art school, i despised my art and didn't see a purpose in it anymore since i've been drawing for the sole purpose of going to art school, but this made me realise that i still wanna create and its always been a part of me i just lost myself among the lines of obsession, i want to create because i am inspired.
Thanks so much for with comment! I hope you keep creating!!
that last little bit at the end of the video genuinely made me tear. its hard for me to show myself aspecially since where im from (japan) has such high expectations. i really just need to enjoy myself.
This video really made me cry as I was completing my final project. I have always been upset that I can never grab the attention of others with my work, but now I'm so happy to hear. I have always been told that art is meant to be seen, but I always liked to keep my art to myself. thank you so much for making my struggles feel seen
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Billions of years of Earth's history is asking you " what about me?"
Its because I have to. Creation is my life, its my joy and I cannot imagine living without creating. I love to draw, to paint, to sculpt, to write, to sing, to dance, to act, to do everything and to always get my feelings out creatively. I cannot imagine my being without art. I cannot imagine my existence without creation. It is my very me. And to those who don't, to those who only consume and do not create, I do not understand them. If you're a person who, in no way creates or does art, I don't understand you. Because art is such a pivotal thing to my very being that it feels impossible to not feel a need to create or to give out to the world in any way.
First time in this channel. My heart has warmed up, you’ve managed to make the tears of passion scape the cell of my eyes. I will know begin to pick back up my thoughts and feelings, and make it tangible for those around me! Thank you for returning the urge to create, that I thought have abandoned years ago.
i came across this video without having watched lookback yet so i decided to watch the movie first so as to not be spoiled and now i cant even go through the lookback segment without wanting to bawl my eyes again
the ending was incredible to a degree I can’t describe in words. This video reminded me of that excitement and passion by being inspired. Thank you for making this video and I look forward to seeing what you do next! 🌱
Thanks so much!!
As an artist that video really touched something in my heart, something very relatable.
As for me the reason i create is maybe very selfish but its the people who genuinely like my art whether its 5, 50, or thousands of people.
But the more deep is probably not beeing forgotten, stories when art beeing appreciated years after even the creators death.
With today's people attention span its unlikely but "hope is the last to die"
And hopefully i could continue creating art untill my own death.
Thanks for this wonderful video ❤
23:48 Okay shut up and take my like already ❤😭
Literally 10 seconds after I subscribed xD
Same.... It made me emotional
This video ended in such a warm and inspirational way. You have a wonderful way with words. Also 7 books is a lot, I’m inspired by your dedication to your art.
this video literally got me in tears at the end, i was drawing my personal art and having fun while watching and, man.. i never had such a boost of motivation before.. thanks for making this video, man.. i will take the message that this video gave me to my heart.
as an artist who has lost passion a long time ago, this has been a waking call and a kick in the back for me to get back at drawing once again. Fujimoto's work has been an inspiration for me for a while now, and hearing the story behind all of this, I can't help but feel motivated to learn new things and improve myself once more. Thank you for this well made video ❤
23:23 (until the end) this had me start crying quiet hard. Thank you, thank you for these words.
this video helped me solidify the reason as to why I create, it is an expression of myself. I work hard to improve due to me being SO pationete on expressing who I am as a human being. My thoughts, my feelings, anything and everything I create is a part of myself and I embrace it so much that it becames an extention of myself. A visual one that others can see and help them understand me better. And I think that is quite beautiful in a way ^^
That’s amazing!! Thank you for watching
Holy shit dude, I haven’t drawn for myself in about 3 years but this video really rinkindled my spirit and made me realise how much I love art, genuinely almost brought me to tears. I think my frontal lobe developed 😭😭
YAY! Hope you create something you’re proud of! You got this 🤍
Between watching/reading Look Back and revisiting Porter Robinson's "Nurture" and the meaning in it's music, it's really made me reevaluate myself as an artist and why I do the things I do. Both of these have become extremely important works to me, and have made me want to move forward as a creator.
They have also both left me crying constantly, so I'm growing to accept that as the norm lol
I rarely write comments but wanted to leave this here for you. Honestly speaking I clicked on this video randomly and didn't expect to be left in tears haha you have touched my heart and for that I am greatful.
I know the feelings of doubt you've described. I deal with those thoughts of "I'm not good enough" with practically everything I make. I've learned to tell myself that I never will be as the expectation of myself will rise with my skill and so it doesn't matter. I derive joy from creating, I feel pride that I am able to touch hearts of others with it and even if every piece I make in my life will never be good enough for myself, I will continue in making it. So thank you for an amazing video.
Thank you for choosing to comment on this video. That means a ton. And thank you for watching!!
shit made me damn near cry at the end, thank you
I create because I love it , I like to see myself in those powers , I am unable to draw . I just imagine things and world in different scenarios from brutal to sweet .I live in India where mangas are`nt very famous and only middle class and high class can afford it. To me it feels like my country and myself does'nt have enough resources and opportunities . Currently the data I am using is`nt purchased by me . " I create different lives about different people in different worlds , I like to create and predict the behaviour of different people in different scenarios " . My greatest weakness is can't draw . My greatest insecurity about my art is that it does'nt get lost .Therefore now i have started to write a little about it , but i wonder when i will grow up whether i will be able to share it and get praise from it or i will just end up like boring office worker . I want my art to be known
This video brought me tears. Despite the talents around me and my parents telling me to quit. Somehow I managed to hold on to the straw of brushes and keep going. Having the answer does. And I do want to find out the answer what inspired me. Thank you🎉
That whole closing statement made me cry 😭❤️
Funny thing is, I started to come up and become more noticed in art while enjoying myself and doing for me than the times I worked hard but hated it and only thought of winning. I think perspective matters too.
thank you for making this great video, those words towards the end really got to me and actually made me cry i’ve been going through too much and i cant remember the last time i finished a drawing. i’ve struggled with depression for so long that i forgot why i drew in the first place and why it made me happy. you’ve helped me see things in a different way and i will try harder to get through this and better myself, thank you
I don't usually leave comments on videos but I want you to know your video made me cry, made me feel inspired and worth as an artist. thank you
Thank YOU
Thank you. Really thank you. I needed to hear that. I gave up on drawing a long time ago, but never came back. I want come back. I will now.
that question at the end really had me in tears because now that i think about it, i’d always say that i draw for fun but most of the time i pour my heart out in my drawings and yet, i still dont have an answer on why i do art
Man, the end of the video almost made me burst in tears.! I've been really struggling about what I create lately and if it IS really worth the time and the investment, but because of you I realized how hard I've been on myself. I love doing what I do and thank you for making me relight my passion for it. Peace, man.
Underrated channel
The versicle in the description was the icing on the cake... Thank you for explaining the movie to us, and for expressing yourself in the most sincere way possible... You also inspired us here, just as we want to inspire someone someday~
My reason to draw its escapism. Now it’s the only thing that keep me alive. It distract me from problems and let me don’t die.
Look Back was such a textbook experience of an artist who started drawing young. Receiving praise from both children and adults making you believe there must not be anyone better than yourself only to grow up and realize your art is just average at best outside of your small world. When I got older, I also met a friend whose art I thought was so amazing, I aimed to improve myself too. We also stopped talking due to a fight that never would've happened had I not continued making art years later. I've literally experienced being both fujimo and kyomoto and this movie will always have a special place in my heart but that fight also led me to resenting art despite it being my main source of income. It became a chore, a job I had neither passion nor love for and I always thought it was evident in my current art's lifelessness despite what my clients told me.
Seeing your video at 2am and hearing the exact words I didn't even know I needed to hear has sparked something inside that I felt a very long time ago when I picked up a pencil and started creating for the very first time. I continued pursuing art thinking my purpose was to attain my friend's level of skill and when I lost that friendship, I also lost my will to create. But you're right, I do not need a reason right in this very moment just so I can enjoy creating art. To genuinely pour my heart out into my creations without needing reason and validation IS enough reason for me to continue and I'll forever be grateful to you for helping me realize that. What a privilege it is indeed to have a heart that creates😭❤
Amazing comment. And that’s totally spot on. It’s such a beautiful privilege. Thanks for this story and comment. I hope you make something you’re wholly proud of!!
Honestly after this videos ending i had to subscribe. Your narration if the story is so captivating but it isnt just you reading the authors work but dissecting it in such a beautiful manner and that ending hit hard. I play a couple of instruments, i draw, i paint, i sing and i enjoy all of it but i never stopped to think on why. That ending where you asked why do we create had me wondering what the reason was. And at some point i went why do i? I dont know. But the way you described creating made me wanna run out to my local art store and just go wild at a canvas without any plan. Even without knowing i think the fact that we have the drive to create is the most precious thing humanity has, so thank you for creating this video. For sharing your art in a way to be enjoyed by all and to help relight passion in people with just your words, genuinely inspirational
Mannnnn. Thank you so much for the chat and this comment. And thank you for giving us your time to watch. This means so much. I hope you continue to create!! Go wild on that canvas!! Throw your heart on there and grab all those reasons why!!
decided to finally watch look back, its so.. powerful? I don't really know what the best word is for how i see it. I've been struggling with motivation and just liking my art, but this movie really made me look at my art in a different way.
This video made me feel something after a very long time, thank you so much for your content. Great narration, honestly.
Speech at the end was ACTUALLY inspiring. You’re a legend man
P.S. Keep writing!! Congrats on your published books
I relate to what you revealed about your insecuritues about your ideas and skills in writing. I also want to write I haven't been able to complete any of my ideas, cause I struggle with the same type of thoughts. When I was young I decided I wanted to tell my story, and tell as many stories as I could to make sure others don't feel alone the way I did. I wish you the best and I hope you create something you're truly proud of.
Thank you. I've been in a rough spot but it seems like Earth itself is sending me motivational sparks to keep me going haha.
I've started drawing so that I could connect with my brother. We're 12 years apart, and never had the best relationship siblings could have.
As I drew, I've met interesting people. I've connected to a few during school. And eventually, drawing helped me meet my sweetheart, and so many more wonderful people. It's helped me feed myself, it's helped me care for my animals, it's... Kind of saved me really.
Drawing for me is a way to connect.
If someone can see my drawings and be inspired, or meet other people through it and continue that craft and circle of connection... Then fuck, man, I'll be damn happy.
Thank you. I'll keep on drawing till the end.
Kurimoto is me in this story. Im very good at art but its people like Fujino is who inspires me. I dont understamd how fujimoto thinks he is bad at art. These artworks are some of the best manga art ive seen. I just… love it so much..
The pain was so intense in my throat while bawling to this video. What a visionary, Fujimoto is. But also, what a well made video. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I've never really given the question of 'Why do you create?' any thought, and I honestly don't really know why I create, it's just something I do without thinking. Either that, or it's the one skill I've put enough time and effort into that pushes me to continue, even though it can be bothersome to do something as simple as picking up a pen. Another reason as to why I create could be that I just want to make others feel something when looking at what I've made. Maybe they get a chuckle when I make something silly and dumb, perhaps they feel amazed when I show them something that I put a lot of time into. That could very well be a reason why I create, because knowing that something I made made people feel something, makes me want to continue to do the things I do.
Didn’t expect a motivational speech when I needed to wash dishes but I’m GLUED
Listening to this and drawing at the same time was a wonderful experience
that bit in the end genuinely brought me to tears lmao
Amazing video, well executed and enjoyable
@@webs4447 AWESOME!! love to hear that. Thank you so much for sharing!!