About Sinix

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THIS VIDEO IS JUST ABOUT ME AND MY BORING LIFE, FEEL FREE TO SKIP IT IF YOU'RE ONLY INTERESTED IN ART TUTORIALS
This video is way longer than I meant it to be, I kept adding random stuff and talking about various. The final result is pretty packed with various info about my past art.
Some of you might find it amusing, and some of you might find the spurts of rapid artistic improvement to be inspiring.
I firmly believe anyone can go from no experience to being a professional quality artist within 1-2 years of hard work. I'm not a good example of working hard, but I hope some of you are... because I'd love to see you guys make videos of your progress someday.

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@sinixdesign 12 жыл бұрын

For the record, that was the stuff I actually scanned onto my computer when I was that age, so I definitely considered it my "highlight reel" at the time. I assure you, the only requirement to being an artist is a positive outlook on the concept of improvement. If you see a 7 year old that is amazing at art, it's because the kid has been instilled with confidence in that field due to the experiences that kid has had. No one has innate talent, but maybe innate confidence. You can gain that.

@biggSHNDO 4 жыл бұрын

Dang it, so inspiring, ugh, gross.... How do I gain that confidence? I love your attitude

@kaleidokats8415 7 жыл бұрын

oh my god, YOU MADE THAT STICK FIGURE GIF. that gif was like, passed around so much on friendster when i was in gradeschool xD i can't believe it.

@Tylerpoeactionhero 8 жыл бұрын

I need some artist friends. I think that's been my problem. I know how good I want to be, and I try to practice, but I just end up being lazy because there's no one I can talk to about my art. everyone I know just oohs and ahhs but that doesn't help me improve or motivate me.

@Tayleonora 8 жыл бұрын

i feel u

@najkraemer3117 8 жыл бұрын

XD im fine, i go to graphics design college XD all arty ppl

@Zyraelify 7 жыл бұрын

you got facebook or something? i'm looking for art friends as well!

@Zyraelify 7 жыл бұрын

facebook.com/tomas.matous.33 just pm me, we can talk art and stuff

@Kate-vd3hl 7 жыл бұрын

Tylerpoeactionhero it's ez u have the internet

@sinixdesign 12 жыл бұрын

I almost entirely draw from memory. Since I work in that fashion, the main thing I'm practicing when I actually do a reference is how things work... and not as much about being able to draw what I see. Although, being able to recognize colors the colors I see is important.

@sinixdesign 12 жыл бұрын

Finding good anatomy is always a tough one. For quick gesture practice I sometimes stop by "posemaniacs. com" but for in depth stuff, it's generally easiest to just use yourself. Most of the hand studies were just my hands... and a lot of the studies on how the muscles in the arm/torso turn and work were just using a mirror to really examine things. As for the second part, I definitely think that spending little time on LOTS of pictures is the way to go. The early moments are most important.

@diby1555 4 жыл бұрын

But I have baby hands (zero skeletal structure or muscle definition) what now?

@kirstymca 3 жыл бұрын

@@diby1555 And I have no visible muscles :-)

@DONTTOUCHTHEGRASSIMALLERGIC Жыл бұрын

@@kirstymca one year late but go to the gym purely for the sake of learning anatomy from yourself

@kirstymca Жыл бұрын

@@DONTTOUCHTHEGRASSIMALLERGIC 😀

@samuelparker4165 4 жыл бұрын

I just turned 19 today. This makes me feel so much better about my art.

@VersaVerseCreations 6 жыл бұрын

You look like an animation character yourself, and i like your teeth it's cute >

@maxhill7454 4 жыл бұрын

I'm shocked how I'm 16 and already experiencing mild anxiety, panicking about my future and my ability to draw. But to see you starting at 19 and becoming this good now is really inspiring and makes me immensely relieved and motivated. I'm going to start drawing 3 pages everyday for the next few years. If i don't then... fuck

@catherinele2260 2 жыл бұрын

Have u still been drawing? Just curious

@maxhill7454 2 жыл бұрын

@@catherinele2260 ye im going to a illustratuion university now which is pog

@catherinele2260 2 жыл бұрын

@@maxhill7454 very pog! Best of luck moving forward!!

@DONTTOUCHTHEGRASSIMALLERGIC Жыл бұрын

wow this is inspiring. Im also just starting and i feel pretty behind.

@DONTTOUCHTHEGRASSIMALLERGIC Жыл бұрын

@@maxhill7454 how is it going now?

@Nikonian441 10 жыл бұрын

I too am trying to learn to draw. I am in my fifties, if I need creative inspiration I certainly got it from your video. I learned from you. Keep sharing your trials in art, many of us go through the same things but don't share. Great heart felt story!

@Sr.Insano 6 жыл бұрын

Socal Nikonian Do you still drawing nowadays?

@jllirio 8 жыл бұрын

Dude it would be awesome to have some sort of update video, its interesting to know what has happened in your life these past 4 yrs, like did your art style change or something like that. PLEASSSSSSSE

@user-cz2yx4fj9n 5 жыл бұрын

jOHNLILY now that it has been 6 years...

@static2140 5 жыл бұрын

Pora Pora 7

@definesman9141 4 жыл бұрын

i am a time travler from 2056 and there still is no update.

@woodeniron9999 7 жыл бұрын

You are the real Newt Scamander.

@fastandadrift4858 6 жыл бұрын

Wooden Iron Yess

@jaojao004 3 жыл бұрын

Hahaha, yes, that's what I'm thinking too, I had to Google the movie just to remember the name of the MC,

@archeiratrero7930 3 жыл бұрын

art guy newt scamander

@awildtomappeared5925 6 жыл бұрын

"I started out as a little kid", ME TOO #RELATEABLE

@Radgerayden-ist 6 жыл бұрын

aWildTomAppeared unfortunately I was born as a whole adult.

@KhoaNguyen-rk9dz 4 жыл бұрын

I was born a wrinkled old fellow who ages backward

@kevlar6395 4 жыл бұрын

at age six i was born without a face

@coins_png 2 жыл бұрын

I was born at a very young age

@Ophostus 8 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video, to know that you started at 19 and became as well versed in art as you are now is really good to hear, and inspiring. Being 19 myself and practicing/working towards a possible future in concept art its so nice to know that im not too late and that i still have the chance to not only improve but possibly make it!

@ahoynateo 12 жыл бұрын

i like this fresh perspective :)

@lanehollrah8575 9 жыл бұрын

Oh man you are kinda like my hero here man. This video was so inspiring! That was one legendary skill building grind you went through, like one for the record books there. You give me hope for the future in the power of hard work and perseverance. Keep on keeping on my friend and I'll try and do the same!

@th3acescorpio 11 жыл бұрын

I love how nearly every great artist started out drawing anime. Haha! you've come a very long ways! This was really inspiring to watch

@wadalapichu4873 3 жыл бұрын

I really liked the way that you showed your long journey. I know that every artist comes from a long journey too but tbh sometimes i forgot that they didnt start from where they are now and I think thats a real good motivation. Sinix u are one of my motivations, thanks for ur videos and thanks for keeping it real, bless u

@MadCyantist 4 жыл бұрын

I've been following your channel and your art for years, but now that I found out you were a big Snow Crash fan, you've cemented your spot even more as one of my favorite artists

@tronowolf 7 жыл бұрын

Seeing your early drawings and then seeing what you can do now is 100% inspiring, and your videos made me 1000% better. Thank you!

@halley1888 7 жыл бұрын

I found you at such an important time in my life, like you literally could not have written this to happen at a better time. ahh, you're really inspiring! and you and I share the belief that you can master something in 1-2 years if you're putting in a worthy workload. I know I'm 4 years late - but thanks so much for opening up to us all, and continuing to do so to this day. I think I've found my new favourite artist.

@neguinlk 2 жыл бұрын

The development of his art is incredible to see

@royalprynce7282 7 жыл бұрын

You are so adorable. You've helped me so much with my art. Thank you

@mxmagpie3d409 8 жыл бұрын

This is so relateable, I hit a major slump and that mid-20's stress is getting me really bad, I'm only now trying to work my way back into doing a lot more drawing and properly improving, and your videos are a major help in that, so thank you for being an awesome and positive influence.

@lucyantemis6752 6 жыл бұрын

I really admire how much you practised and how many different aspects of art you explored and improved. I honestly wish I had your commitment, I'm far too lazy about practise, though I try to draw everyday. I'm fairly disappointed by how few people react to what I do, so I don't have any courage to sit down and practise like I should, like you did. You're truly amazing.

@tacticslc4805 4 жыл бұрын

He still has the same face to this day, is he a vampire? we'll never know

@Bigalldone 10 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sinix for your honesty. It's awesome to get the mind and mind set of another artist to keep yourself interested and involved. Peace to you and keep up the good work. ;)

@sinixdesign 12 жыл бұрын

Almost straight away. I remember doing a couple things with the mouse.. and how stupidly long it takes to get anything done with that.

@hardlux 12 жыл бұрын

I wanted to say that this, is by far, one of the best videos that you've posted. It's really amazing to see the genesis of an artist, some thing that we rarely get to see. I appreciate the fact that you took the time to do this. I think it's essential viewing for anyone who thinks that you just wake up knowing how to draw and design like a pro. Obviously, you don't. Thanks again...

@jerseygetup 12 жыл бұрын

It's really nice to see how much your drawing abilities have developed! It gives me hope haha :)

@archofficial1922 10 жыл бұрын

14:20 I live in Finland and I'm going to move to Australia in the coming years. I'm looking towards getting into industrial design as a concept artist. Easily said I nearly choked when I heard that.

@SuperTheySay 12 жыл бұрын

Great to see you making these videos. I found your conceptart sketchbook a couple years ago and really enjoyed looking through your work. Lots of props to you for deciding college was not for you and taking the time to find out what you wanted to do with your life. I'm currently doing my masters but have found out it's not really for me, but have to stick it out due to parental pressure. Someday hopefully I'll be a professional artist. Until then I'll be watching your videos for inspiration.

@M_Rei24 12 жыл бұрын

Great video Sinix :) I love your tutorials, and its interesting to see we share similar ups an downs in the life of an artist. You are deffinately one of my greatest inspirations, keep doing what you do :) thanks

@sinixdesign 12 жыл бұрын

Yes, a Wacom in a comfortable size. The Bamboo Create seems like a solid choice that will last you for as long as you need it.

@Juhani139 5 жыл бұрын

When you talked about those 6 months blasting out 2 - 3 pages a day I thought "mad respect", but also "he's going to burn out". Sure enough. I'm glad you got over the slump and found what motivates you again. It's amazing what you were able to accomplish basically on your own. I think you may be one of those people who can do ANYTHING you put your mind to :) Keep it up. Thanks for the awesome tutorials.

@Tangofanatic 12 жыл бұрын

Thanks for uploading this vid Sinix! It's great to see the transition from anime/manga doodles to cool flashy digital artworks

@iconsam 12 жыл бұрын

This makes me want to start drawing again. Really inspirational. I hope that you continue to work hard on your art and really kick ass. Seems like you've really found your calling.

@SapphosSails 7 жыл бұрын

This is really great! The jump from the DA period to the concept art period is so drastic! I wish we could see/you had some more of the inbetween stuff. Otherwise it kind of feels like the classic: "Draw some circles, now draw the rest of the Owl" meme. I think a lot of the viewers might be at your DA phase level or maybe a little ahead of that but can't figure out how to make that jump to the early CA.org sketch book level. That in between period is where a lot of people give up.

@Maxpound 12 жыл бұрын

First off hearing your story had so many similarities to mine and you give me inspiration to get better and better. I think you hit the nail on the head when you said we need to surround ourselves around other artists or else we'll stagnate. I love your progress and I look forward to seeing more of your work in the future.

@CrayfishDesign 3 жыл бұрын

ah, i accidently press the video ooh, "8 years ago"

@broby2 11 жыл бұрын

I just turned thirty and decided after two years in college to go with my gut and study art. I can't go to school right now so I'm trying to learn on my own. The part of the video that actually helped the most was having you share your issues with anxiety and deciding to get help. I've struggled with depression most of my life and it always hits hard on my arty side. Anyway, after hearing what you have to say I feel both inspired to do more art and to maybe seek out some meds :)

@BombingFundsIndustry 12 жыл бұрын

wow incredibly inspiring man. So glad I stumbled across your channel. I am in the same boat when it comes to school and just recently I realized that to become a good artist you don't necessarily need to go to a fancy school just as long as you have the dedication and determination. :)

@atsunymphae2723 6 жыл бұрын

Sinix! Thank you so much for your transparency, zero arrogance, and desire to help ^^ This video is hugely inspiring and I feel imbued with a fresh dose of hope : )

@Kiakae 11 жыл бұрын

Sinix. i have legit been going through that sort of depression you were describing. im a lot younger... well not that much but its good to know that people out there got over it. thanx a huge bunch. :) keep uploading :D

@tinandonovski998 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, I mean what an emprovement in just 6 months. I draw about 4 years when I started art highschool and you just literaly crush me with that "sloopy" sketches. Keep it up, don't loose sight of your dreams and be motivated!

@FamilyModern 12 жыл бұрын

You're really inspirational sinix, you help me a great deal when it comes to drawing and design, thank you for doing what you're doing!

@tehprotrollboi6472 5 жыл бұрын

he's a cutie, no homo, but i stand by my words

@gravelor78 4 жыл бұрын

haha same

@tylercrawley198 10 жыл бұрын

Wow this is so similar to myself. Wanted to be a programmer, decided university and the drone lifestyle wasn't for me. Now I am trying to revive my old art days by finding inspiring people. I guess concept art is a good place to get started

@Mordra 7 жыл бұрын

tell me how it went, I fucked up and enden in engineering instead lmao

@artlonus 12 жыл бұрын

Really inspiring video. Just like Maxpound, your story had some similarities to mine as well. I also experienced that same anxiety, got depressed and my love for art really went away. But now I'm into art again. Starting off where I left, art fundamentals. Found your channel just recently and you have really helpful tips and tutorials. Knowing that you never went to art school and you got that good with art is what inspires me more cause I never went to art school too. Thanks for this video.

@GameArtNinja 4 жыл бұрын

This was inspiring for me! I know it's an old video but I'm struggling with the same things right now... Like improving my art, finding a job, trying to be more productive and of course, handling the following frustration wich leads then to anxiety and so on and so on... I guess it is much easier when you know that these are common problems and that other successful artists faced the same things and find a way to handle it.

@pivoterzx 12 жыл бұрын

wow man youre greatly inspirational, the fact that you did not go to art school kind of takes a bit of pressure off my shoulders, because i unfortunately cannot afford to go to art school, i used to just draw once a week, im 16 yrs old and i want to be a concept artist, but now because of you i wanna draw daily pages and pages of sketches and studies in order to improve my self, ive been following your videos for quite a while but ive been looking forward to them alot more recently, keep it up!

@sinixdesign 12 жыл бұрын

Yep, good times. Hope you're doing well.

@arjunp5362 3 жыл бұрын

You were cool back then, now u are even cooler🤯

@MorganJHampton 2 жыл бұрын

Those stickman animations are EPIC!

@SKMOONart 11 жыл бұрын

hey sinix, im 19 and ive graduated from animation college but once i left and moved back home it felt like my momentum had stopped and spent a lot of time in anxiety and worry but this video comforts and inspires me so much. thank you

@Spacechipbeta 11 жыл бұрын

Dude, youre a big influence to me now! I really really would like to meet you someday and talk about life, drawings and stuff... Really inspirational! Congratulations!

@Hojart 12 жыл бұрын

Really inspiring video, thank you so much for showing us a little bit of your past. I have been in a little bit of a slump and didn't know what to do. This helped a ton!

@gregoryv000 12 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this! The video is not boring at all,so inspiring!

@Pinko_Band 10 жыл бұрын

Oh man, those stick figure animations were friggin EPIC!! Love em.

@Lydomina 12 жыл бұрын

18:44 I love all of those. Also, I wish I would fill up as many sketch books as you did. It's crazy how you didn't get good until your 20s, I was actually struggling with thoughts that I was too old already to get anywhere. It was actually quite inspiring :).

@bykrechik 11 жыл бұрын

omg can i just say that your level of carefree mixed with your passion for art plus your looks and voice makes you the most adorable person ever.

@wackyjack02 11 жыл бұрын

Horray! I just subscribed to your channel today and Im glad that I did :)...A few months ago I decided to just start searching on youtube "how to draw ..." and so many things popped up! The first one I saw was Cartoonblock with Evan Burse (awesome artist) then I saw Sycra's channel and I fell in love. What I found to be so amazing was how each channel will "recommend" another and thats how I found you. By the way, absolutely amazing artwork and its so cool to see your progression. Keep it up =D

@rayoner 7 жыл бұрын

Just stumbled on your tutorials. Very inspirational and honest. Thank you!

@EisukeVarus 12 жыл бұрын

This was an extremely inspiring video for me Sinix, thanks. I liked seeing you'r progression.

@jaojao004 3 жыл бұрын

Woooooooooooooww! What a journey! This is gold! Deym.. It's really goes down to hard work and loooooooots of practice behind those mind blowing artworks out there.

@Keifeto 12 жыл бұрын

To Be Honest i stumbled upon your youtube page by accident, how i don't remember, but your work inspires me to draw better. my main problem now is getting myself to sit down and have patience to do it. so keep up all the great work and thanks for an insight as to what helped you :D i guess its time to start trying to work on my fundamentals again...

@TheMusicforeal 10 жыл бұрын

i like the sequence of your video presentation 22:23 I like that numerical pattern!! plus your art has evolved over the years!! I will be watching your artwork more often!! at some point I was watching ALEX ROSS, because I like watching or seeing his paintings in youtube and by accident or coincidence your videos popped right into suggestion if you will!! so good video, I love your transition from stick figure to what you are doing now!!!!!

@AzunaTheDragonStone 7 жыл бұрын

you are such a big inspiration! Your videos have really helped me out. Thank you

@Flazlorky 3 жыл бұрын

I love this video. It is very genuine.

@Leesment 12 жыл бұрын

A motivational and inspirational video, thank you Sinix, a lot! I'll will go back to painting now. :) Kinda insane how much you have drawn compared to me. Makes me feel bad but a inspiration at the same time. :D Thanks

@fairman8966 4 жыл бұрын

it really motivates me - I mean guy who start with simple pictures, love drawing and realism for himself. Tried different things and have success. There is a difference between the study of anatomy and the skill to draw it. Many blogers show just anatomy. You show how to draw it - It is very helpful for me thank you!

@Drakkel 12 жыл бұрын

Very interesting to hear your story and how quickly you got to your level of skill. I went from not really drawing at all to suddenly wanting to be an artist around age 18, so I went and got a BFA and yet I'm way outclassed by every other artist I know. I'd be a good example of how college doesn't mean you're certain to be a great artist, but at the same time I know that if I hadn't gone to school I'd have never gotten to where I am now. Different things work for different people, I suppose.

@ginkengord8012 12 жыл бұрын

Omgosh your stickman animation rocks!!! ANd seeing your improvement over time I guess yeah, "No one has innate talent, but maybe innate confidence. You can gain that.". XD

@JackHeavenor 11 жыл бұрын

It's a biiiig and wonderful journey in the development of art c: Glad things worked out for you man!

@kanakmann 12 жыл бұрын

THIS IS ONE OF THE BEST VIDEOS I HAVE SEEN IN QUITE A WHILE, I SERIOUSLY MEAN IT!!! :) You, Sinix... have given me new hope! I thank you very much for these insights of yours and wish you the best in your work, art and life in general. You have the right attitude and shall prevail. NO WORRIES! Thank you ever so much again for sharing and keep on with motivating yourself and the rest of us. Cheers for a good fellow!!! For he's a jolly one..! 'nuff said! ｡◕ ‿ ◕｡ Take good care.

@Keilink 7 жыл бұрын

Really interesting, I didn't know you were the one behind those sick stick figures animations xD

@adriansanchez8825 6 жыл бұрын

I am 21 years old and i used to study environmental engineering but i never really liked it and now i am studying digital animation. I really love drawing and have been drawing for about 2 years and i just kind of hit a wall artistically where i was not really inspired, this video really brought back the passion for getting better for drawing every day as i used to do 1 year ago. I have also been really anxious and stressed out so thanks for your help Sinix.

@jacobzapata617 12 жыл бұрын

Hey there Sinix, I just wanted to tell you what an inspiration you were to me when I first saw this video 5 months ago posted on 4chan /ic/ because I had this sudden realization that I wanted to be an illustrator, so I lurked the site because I was just learning how to draw, and I saw what an improvement you made with hard work and effort, so I started drawing and studying every day ad I've made IMMENSE improvement, I really wish I could show you. Anyways thank you for inspiring me and others.

@AlexMorellon 12 жыл бұрын

This is one of the most INTERESTING / INSPIRING video I've seen in a long time ! Thank you !!

@Justinspice 12 жыл бұрын

Awesome video man. one of my fave of yours! keep up the good work!

@tamerxero 10 жыл бұрын

Sir, you just earned a subscribe. I'm having a terrible bout of artist block in a time when I need to get better. My mid twenties have just been me, kinda floating, but I wanted to get back to my roots, back to what I love to do. I'm trying to find my passion again and you may be able to help

@Steve81M 12 жыл бұрын

Great stuff Sinix, I've been procrastinating for quite a bit and want to get focused on digital art again. I'm fairly new to your videos, but I've really been enjoying them. Thanks again for this, look forward to more.

@kuraa08 12 жыл бұрын

the bird at the end was a cherry on top lol but hey you're a real inspiration, seeing your constant build up to, well, keep going onward, it was a bit uplifting. i'm not necessarily big on making art into a career, but it's definitely not gonna fade as a lost hobby. i mean if things turn out the other way then awesome but again you definitely give me a gentle push to keep goin' strong. thank youuuuuu. :)

@AutPen38 6 жыл бұрын

You've given so much back to the community. I'm glad you exist.

@MrTripletts 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing man...your a huge inspiration to me and I'm sure to many many others

@haricoco-669 3 жыл бұрын

the stick figures ....... IT WAS YOU !!!! YOU ARE A LEGEND MAN !!!!!!!!

@rakhshanrezaee9345 4 жыл бұрын

Loved hearing about you, very inspiring, keep up the great work

@akashtsharma6752 6 жыл бұрын

I love his way of analysing things about art and design and specially certain problems that almost all of us face ,which is staying consistent.its hard to get back into that creative routine when you stop practising. Bt I believe that with sinix advice it will be easier .Thanks man! And to the Bird-Really?

@ogiyose 11 жыл бұрын

thx alot for this video man. Its fun to see ur old art when they are still crappy and its good to know im not the only person who doesnt know where to go in life sometimes. also lol the ending! haha

@sinixdesign 12 жыл бұрын

I never got into much guideline stuff, not that it's a bad idea, but I enjoy trying to form any piece of the body based on a different piece in a more procedural way. Just personal preference, but when I'm tuned it, it produces some good stuff. Anatomy was often photo ref, with more in depth studies of muscle/skeletal movement using my own body.