Surviving Social Media as an Artist [+procreate process]

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Surviving Social Media as an Artist [+procreate process]

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Күн бұрын

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@ArtyMartyD Жыл бұрын

I've been having a blast painting lately, the one thing you’ve said before that got me over that hurdle is “Be patient with yourself, forgive yourself and be grateful for new ideas.”

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

That's awesome to hear. I've had so much work this year that every painting has felt like a small reward I get to enjoy between projects. It's funny how much of my time goes into listening how students feel exhausted with the amount of painting I give them as homework meanwhile here I am trying my absolute hardest to get a few minutes of painting done between commissions 🐻

@LoamySoul Жыл бұрын

I actually watch your videos because they soothe my drawing fears, especially perfection because you create the most lovely images out of seemingly blobs of color. Haha It takes the fear of failure out of the picture. Your process is easier for me to follow and personally much more enjoyable. PS: You're my top 3 favorite KZfaq artists

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

I’ll take top 3 ☝️💕 blobs are easier to make look better than just empty canvas. I honestly love that moment when I don’t know what I’m doing. There’s a brief window when I get to just explore the different colour combinations with all kinds of random shapes. You never know what you find that way and with some brushes it’s just relaxing to get that feeling of spreading colour around.

@davidgarcia274 Жыл бұрын

Who are the other two?

@LoamySoul Жыл бұрын

@@angrymikko Sorry, I actually meant top 3 artists I follow on social media in general. One can never grow tired of looking at your beautiful artwork. It's crazy to think you have moments when you don't know what you're doing because it appears to be the exact opposite, haha. I agree, there's something freeing about spreading colors on a canvas.

@LoamySoul Жыл бұрын

@@davidgarcia274 Hmmmm....Doug Murakami and Tyler Edlin as far as concept artists go.

@shdesigns366 Жыл бұрын

I needed this video today, the timing was perfect so thank you! I've recently come to the realization that I need to make time to just create, free of critique and limitations. Social media can easily become performative, even for creatives, but it's important to not let it have control over our creativity! You're an amazing artist and huge inspiration Mikko, can't wait to see all that you do in the future!

@Hannavant_ Жыл бұрын

I don't know who this doesn't appeal to but I needed to hear this today. I don't even post my work on social media yet because I'm too scared of it not being organised enough etc. But I'm working on a children's book and I just am working myself into the ground with it. Zero time off and when I do eventually give in I feel guilty for relaxing instead of getting more work done. So thank you for reminding me why I draw. Designing as a job makes you forget why you started if you're not careful and then it become like a mundane stressful office job. Loved your video and the human approach 💙

@peacegirl19 Жыл бұрын

This one really hit home. Thank you for sharing your thoughts in such a caring way and for reminding all us artists out there that there is a human behind the content and that we need to take care of ourselves.

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

I think a lot of the social media advice that is focused on growing one’s online presence is a bit toxic in the way they push people to compromise everything for an audience. In art space personally I feel like this has its own harmful symptoms because art teaching is never going to be as sexy as some easy answers. If you respect your audience as people then it’s easier to make these decisions according to your values. It might not be a recipe for viral success but if you treat the people you’re talking to with compassion and genuine desire to help then they’ll treat you as a person too. When it comes to making art the best way to achieve this is to make “honest” art.

@peacegirl19 Жыл бұрын

@@angrymikko I totally agree. I constantly get sponsored posts on social media about how to grow an audience...and every single one is solely focused on creating content that will drive the best results, not creating content that is driven by one's own passion. I just watched Alpay Efe's latest video, and he talks about how KZfaq is driving the content creator to make videos that will get the most views and how that's changing the online art community. Very interesting watch if you haven't already seen it. Anyway, I really appreciate the art you put out into the world and the things you teach all of us. The community you've created (and are part of) is a special one. So, thank you :)

@RosenRotInk Жыл бұрын

Kiitos Mikko! That's the video I needed. I'm stressing myself about social media a lot, that I have to do more to be really recognize. But I'm currently thinking about it and your video is helping me with this matter. I let myself be very unsettled and simply have to trust myself more when it comes to content. I know what my 5 points are, now I have to find a way to implement it for myself. I not only paint, I also write and it is my goal to combine this and make both visible in my content on instagram. Because when I write I can't paint and vice versa. I need to find a way to visualize both. So thanks again for your input and inspiration. The DTIYS Challenge sounds perfect for me, to generate a new way of thinking. Take Care! Warm greetings from Germany

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

The 5 categories method has lots of other benefits too that I didn’t have time for in this video. It can also work as brand identity builder for someone who is still searching for the right tone in their content. It also helps people know what to expect from the creator because the same themes repeat. Meanwhile it also allows enough flexibility for the creator that they don’t always have to be producing the single one thing that their entire business is built around.

@Raiin0311 Жыл бұрын

I really appreciate this video and what your talking about. This was a perfect one to start my day with.

@verihimthered2418 Жыл бұрын

I've been creating videos for myself for over 2 years. What can I say, I'm my favorite channel.

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

That’s a great attitude. I like making videos that people watch but honestly I also just love making them full stop. Editing this one was so much fun. I’ve only done this for a few years so I learn new things with every video still. Not just editing but the sound editing has proven to be one of my favourite parts about putting a video together. I often feel like the things people end up liking are often the parts where I lost the track of time and just got obsessed with the process so there’s some synergy benefits in there 🐴

@brianahawkins8124 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful.💖

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

Thank you! This was a relatively quick one but the quick ones are a real palette cleanser that I absolutely need between the insane architecture designs I've been working on this year.

@brianahawkins8124 Жыл бұрын

@@angrymikko Yw, Also you explaining of art detail and others really helps me to improve my own.

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

Glad to be of service

@brianahawkins8124 Жыл бұрын

@@angrymikko Ty. 😊

@bambispoon4305 Жыл бұрын

I’ve just been binge watching your videos and I’m getting such a lot from them. Thanks so much!!! I notice that you mention the mood of a painting a lot and I’d be really interested to hear you talk more on this subject. Have a great day!

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

This seems like a good idea for a future video. I do think mood is necessary to get to for a painting to be done. Otherwise it would just be a picture and nobody needs more pictures.

@Lavendeer.Studios Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for making this video. It found me at just the right moment. I've had to stop everything social media related for the past year because it was just too much and really didn't play well with my mental health. Been looking to return to some platforms and start posting my art again now that I'm in a better place, but having to create rules for myself this time. I was one of those people that was playing the comparison game not only in numbers, but with art as well. Thank you for this incredibly well timed video and beautiful message. 🌟

@OTTERSandKNIVES Жыл бұрын

Since Im early to this I hope you read this! You are the main artist that has helped me clear those negative thoughts about your personal art just like Martin B commented as well! I am now loving my art and have noticed that doing so has GREATLY improved my ability to study/learn a new art topic! I have also FINALLY found the perfect drawing tablet for me and this has helped A LOT even if it broke my wallet lol (bought the wacom cintiq 27" pro). This combined with Clip Studio is so much fun! Please continue these videos and keep helping others WE are all GRATEFUL for your help/guidance!

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

Damn that is an expensive tablet. I hope having it motivates you to make lots of art :) When you allow yourself to love the things you’re making it’s much easier to make progress in the areas of art that are meant for you. A lot of people hate everything they make and never realise their hidden talents. When you lean into the easy it’s much faster to get to the kind of mastery only you can show us.

@daniellekappen1851 Жыл бұрын

The thing I love about your videos is that you’re not here to do an art tutorial to follow along and create a specific piece, when I’m watching your videos I feel like I’m having a casual conversation about art and inspiration, getting a few tips along the way! And I love that! It’s so different to any other art youtuber. Keep on keeping on man!

@theheartofnelly Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Mikko ❤ Thank you for all your words!

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

No thank you for watching. I’m happy that the video has apparently found the exact people I was making this for. Just goes to show how this principle actually works in practice. 🐻

@travisk6553 Жыл бұрын

A great video Mikko and an important message. I enjoy having your wonderful bear as my phone’s background. Thank you for sharing it! 🐻

@gyozobazso8691 Жыл бұрын

I really like your brush strokes and how the life in the art you create. I enjoy watching your videos! :)

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

Mikko Rull and any similar textured brush is fun to build colour layers with. Even if the brush strokes are wrong they can give the final version a much more rich vibrant look as all those previous brush strokes peak through the little holes in the texture. It’s something anyone can do if you just paint over the mistakes instead of erasing them.

@zivi8157 Жыл бұрын

i'm a photographer and started learning to paint because i really struggle with letting myself make mistakes and having a different medium that isn't "my thing" helps massively. i got very inspired by a technique you talked about in an older video of making a painting without a sketch and just using colours and large brushes, so i've been doing that and not trying to make any finished paintings at all, it's just sketches of ideas. really appreciate your videos and the fact that you talk about these topics

@fictionalfriend Жыл бұрын

I’m so thankful for your videos, your advice really helps me feel way better about my creativity and my approach to art in general. Working full time as a game artist kinda have been wearing me down and your videos do wonders to my self confidence, slowly trying to learn how to be forgiving with myself and never forget to take care of my mental health. I have been kinda stuck with my personal art for a long time, it’s so exhausting. Also, watching you paint is super therapeutic, your bears are adorable! And you always use my fav color pallets haha, thank you Mikko!

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

I can understand that. Video game industry is brutal and they have no respect for the creative people working on those projects. I loved making games but I don’t think I’d ever want to do it full-time anymore. I’ve been making small game projects since my full time job and it seems the smaller the project the more I usually enjoy the process. The one advice I can give you is start digging an exit plan. Even if you don’t need it right now it’s good to have a plan B to fall back on if you ever happen to need it. I started my social media presence for that reason and when the day came that I needed it I was glad that I was able to hit the ground running. There’s nothing worse than feeling like you don’t have options. Make options.

@lexacharms Жыл бұрын

I really needed this video. I’m 26 and graduated art school 3 years ago, but have been in such a depression since graduating that making a portfolio or even picking up a pencil to draw everyday has been tough. And it really doesn’t help that no matter how much or how little I post on social media, I never get past 100 or so followers. I feel invisible and like I’m not meant to be an artist.

@lexacharms Жыл бұрын

And trying to get to a point where I shouldn’t care how much or how little my traction is tough. Especially because to be able to be a full time artist or make any money from, your art at all, you need that traction.

@buffyramm294 Жыл бұрын

I love this message Mikko! Beautiful! Thank you!😊

@user-lw5oo3ol8u Жыл бұрын

you're incredible!! couldn't ask for a better guidance! your style and thoughts put into words are so inspiring!!!🐻🌸🌷

@joshfitzpatrick2567 Жыл бұрын

As a newbie, I find your channel very inspiring. I love your outlook on art and the mind set you need to just enjoy your art and not over think it. You’re very talented and I really enjoy your art style. Keep up the great work man!

@lyssasletters3232 Жыл бұрын

Love your work! I’ve been wondering when you were going to post a new video. Thank you for sharing your experience and wisdom!

@OTTERSandKNIVES Жыл бұрын

YYAAAY NEW VIDEO!

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

I felt the exact same way. It was nice to have a gap between projects to be able to make this. I’ve been making content but it’s all on the membership side because I couldn’t let the group assignments get derailed just because of my work and school stuff. Those have been fun though especially the feedback sessions are something I’ve never done before and I like being able to get into the technical side of painting.

@FieldingArt Жыл бұрын

I have been watching your channel for a long time and decided to start my own channel to start showing some of my art! Thank you for the inspiration!

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

That is awesome! Good luck with the channel. The first years are the hardest so just keep going.

@FieldingArt Жыл бұрын

@@angrymikko Thank you!!

@thalificious7192 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video, Instagram is pretty discouraging lately… I’ve joined your DTYS recently, but Instagram has shadowbanned my entry and I don’t reach anyone outside my own bubble - obviously not even you. That’s been disheartening, but after watching your video I’m able to overcome that poisonous feeling and keep on moving! Thank you! ❤

@Frey_00 Жыл бұрын

Yay! Miko’s back! I’ve learned a lot on your fantasy landscape artworks ❤️

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

Glad you like them! I’ve been making videos for this channel all year but just didn’t have time for the public ones beca of the school and commissions. It was nice to edit for a change because even my membership videos have been live lessons. Editing is fun but it’s definitely a big time commitment. 🐻

@Frey_00 Жыл бұрын

@@angrymikko aww, I’m glad that you’ve been busy in real life and channel management! It sure takes passion to continue and I’m happy I discovered your channel. Keep going!❤️

@kathyconarro4349 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video. I’m feeling crushed by a picky client today so your message was spot on for me. And watching you paint is both inspirational and relaxing. Cheers

@zuljaras Жыл бұрын

I would like to thank you for your videos and your brushes as well! I am not going to the mental health side of things :) I love your style in making paintings without line art BUT I also love your illustrations with line art. It is rare to see an artist being so good and consistent in both approaches :) If I had to use one word to describe your art it would be "cozy". It is truly amazing! Thank you!

@zangcreativegame1155 Жыл бұрын

I’m so thankful for your videos❤

@black6093 Жыл бұрын

I really like your drawing style it’s so beautiful and delicate and want to learn how to draw like that,as a beginner hope u can take step by step tutorial videos for very beginner 🎉

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

Just releasing a course on Gumroad that is exactly that :)

@A2Jmommakd Жыл бұрын

What is your style of art called? I love how you do each picture. You've been such an inspiration! I am looking forward to learning from you!❤

@vikistanton Жыл бұрын

I love that your iPad is charging via switch cable 😂 I’ve had to do that a couple times.

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

I actually bought an extra switch one just for the iPad. It was cheaper than the apple one and the cable is better 🤷🏻‍♂️

@nanirawithphakdee6235 Жыл бұрын

i love your painting style so muchhh❤❤❤ do you have any course that teaches sth like this or not loveeeee

@SatheeshSankaran Жыл бұрын

thank you

@1956aspro Жыл бұрын

I think you are Sigmond "Angry Mikko" Freud... Kiitos

@samuelusifo8046 Жыл бұрын

Please with this kind of art you do What role do you apply for in companies

@daz2730 Жыл бұрын

Angrymike May I ask do you use a screen protector or have one you can recommend?

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

I don’t recommend buying/using one.

@daz2730 Жыл бұрын

@@angrymikko thanks for the fast reply :) May i ask one more question please mikko. Do you get micro scratches without one?

@timmo5192 Жыл бұрын

What made you choose to do art on Procreate and did you ever use a other Digital Tablet?

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

Procreate is just minimal. I used PS for 20 years apps and programs don’t really matter you can do the same things with all of them. Have used several graphics tablets and while I prefer Ipad right now. It doesn’t make a difference to the quality of the paintings. For me it’s just a convenience thing.

@timmo5192 Жыл бұрын

@@angrymikko Thanks I been learning art in photoshop but my laptop is bit slow but got new 4090 coming now. I was thinking to buy an Ipad to maybe motivate myself more to do art and want to be tattoo artists and lots of them use this. I do prefer windows though and do like PS somewhat. Have never tried Procreate or Ipad. I use XPEN 16 innovator at moment.

@ninjazombies6283 Жыл бұрын

any course available?

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

Soon on my Gumroad store.

@MrMousikh Жыл бұрын

What ipad is that.?

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

2021 M1

@MrMousikh Жыл бұрын

@@angrymikko thank you very much.!

@anacardo1560 Жыл бұрын

Has something happened to your pet? 🥺

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

In the end you can see her being her fox self 🦊

@anacardo1560 Жыл бұрын

@@angrymikko Ah, ok, I'm glad she is okay. It's just that the ring on the bear's head made me fear that something had happened to her. I watch your videos because I love watching you paint and the style of your drawings, but I don't quite understand what you're saying because I speak Spanish, so I didn't know if that was what you were talking about. In any case, I am glad that you are both well and can continue living adventures 😊

@angrymikko Жыл бұрын

That makes two of us I’m going to be in there in Madrid from Thursday onwards and I don’t speak a word of Spanish 🤷🏻‍♂️Excited about the trip though :)

@anacardo1560 Жыл бұрын

@@angrymikko Don't worry, most people in Madrid speak English or at least speak broken English. It is a city with a lot of tourism and unless you go to the neighborhoods on the outskirts, in the center, most will speak English to you without problems. For me, the best of Madrid is a huge park in the center called El Retiro, if you have time, visit it, you will surely like it!