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Just show up. Don’t think, become.
I hope this means something to someone.
Are you wanting to be more creative? Maybe you’re wanting to write a novel, or looking up how to become a KZfaqr on Google. Maybe you want to start drawing but don’t know what to draw or how to start….You have everything you need (right now) to be creative and pursue your art. Start today, and keep going. All you need is 5 minutes a day.
Chapters:
00:00 - 01:00 Start with what you have
01:01 - 01:30 Create daily, even if it sucks
01:30 - 2:20 5 minutes is enough
02:21 - 2:59 Embrace imperfect art
03:00 - 03:34 Overcoming doubts
03:35 - 5:05 Prioritize the process
05:05 - Consistency and creavitiy aka Show up, be consistent, and make cool sh!t
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@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Fellow creatives, you got this ❤

@user-nk1rr1bb5i Ай бұрын

New sub.thank you I needed this 😊

@mixedmediaartgirl300 Ай бұрын

Thank you. Subbed. Just made major changes in life. Turned 40, stopped drinking, moved to an adorable mountain town with beautiful weather, got my first modest home, ... it's time.❤

@mammadingo9165 Ай бұрын

My goodness I can't not create every day!! When my son was born I focused on him and slowed right down... But now all I want to do is pour out , art ... Now what do I do with it 😅

@meretekj_creates Ай бұрын

Love this counterweight to all the art hauls out there 😊

@marshlaand 27 күн бұрын

Thank you for this friend!

@lindalangeheine5787 Ай бұрын

Years ago, I was talking to a stranger at a dinner party and told him that I was going to write a book. Generally, that remark gets oooo's and ahhhhhh's from people. But this guy just said "And how long have you been planning to write this book?" I told him I'd been collecting information and ideas for the last 20 years, and he said "Forget it. You're obviously not going to write it." This shook me up enough to tickle my "I'll-show-you bone". I sent this man my first 4 published books. The next three I didn't bother. If he hadn't rattled my chain, I would probably still be just talking about it.😂😂

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

The truth not only hurts, but stings like hell! Sometimes it’s exactly what we need though. Kudos to you for using that moment to fuel your creativity, and make something happen! I love this so much for you. ❤️ The world needs more of everyone’s art, whenever they are ready to share it!

@MarkSheeres Ай бұрын

You weren’t talking to my brother, were you? 😂 honesty hurts but it’s the best motivation .

@lindalangeheine5787 Ай бұрын

@@GinnyStLawrence And today I received a copy of one of my books translated into Chinese! Just Do It!😂

@classicaldeb Ай бұрын

My problem is saying I'll do this or that instead of just doing it! Kudos to you!

@LadyCamilleE Ай бұрын

Same ✋ I have a book stuck inside me wanting to come out! Thanks for the push.

@Aly_Co_Art702 Ай бұрын

“Inspiration exists, but it has to find you working.” -Picasso ❤

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Love that!

@sarahjanser Ай бұрын

That's a beautiful quote!

@LL-yy6mn Ай бұрын

Great quote! Thanks for sharing.

@raweewanchaiyasuk9746 Ай бұрын

🤍✨️🌊

@ksto1427 21 күн бұрын

What truth!

@hippofaitdestrucs Ай бұрын

I am almost 50 years old and I started 2 years ago: NEVER TOO LATE!

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

🙌 this is awesome!!!! 👏

@hippofaitdestrucs Ай бұрын

@@GinnyStLawrence best decision of my life! I hope some people will dare to try after seeing your video.

@isne-1111 Ай бұрын

Halfway through this video I sighed and said “ugh” and pulled out my sketchbook. Thanks for nudge 😅

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

I love this!! And you’re welcome 😊 Kudos for taking action!

@AY-wb8nx Ай бұрын

I'm the type of person who waits for the perfect moment, the perfect fool-proof idea, the perfect anything. And guess what! I haven't started jack!! This is my wake up call. Thank you

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

I got you! We can create that perfect moment at any moment. Happy Creating and have a great weekend!

@lisablue6020 Ай бұрын

I used to be exactly the same, in fact I would spend ages making notes either about the idea or to try and think one up, and not actually do the work because I was too busy fine-tuning the ideas, or researching them. Once I started showing up at my desk every day (even if I was in a really flat mood and only felt capable of doing a quick scribble) I started to detach from that mindset gradually. I think it might be connected to perfectionism, as I just started doing a new thing of painting but allowing myself to do bad work, in fact encouraging myself to do bad work, and finally I feel like I'm getting some traction, and I can paint freely and enjoy it. Ideas are coming from the work I've done rather than from my thinking, which always resulted in disappointment as I would spend hours trying to have the perfect idea only to find when I started the project, it didn't work. So I think this video is bang on and I wish you lots of luck with trying out just showing up and doing something, it really works!

@dagan8659 Ай бұрын

@@GinnyStLawrence i had the same problem as his, but i would say we cannot create the perfect moment, that's why we can't wait for it to be perfect.

@chrishoyt741 Ай бұрын

I'm dealing with this and working on skills to flip my thought processes from I'm stuck/I can't to I can do anything that my mind can conceive. I won awards for my art as a child in elementary school. Drama & trauma along with my mother's voice frequently reminding me, "You CAN'T do that, what are you thinking!?".. I'm on my way to many creative endeavors & passions! Best wishes!!

@dagan8659 Ай бұрын

@@lisablue6020 it is definitely perfectionism.

@theycallmemail 28 күн бұрын

My professor in uni said to me once “Great artists don’t wait for motivation. They get up and work when they aren’t inspired, aren’t motivated, and they don’t care. They are determined/disciplined enough to push past it. Motivation will also follow.”

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

So true. I also believe the “muse” or “energy” or whatever you call it will find who’s working. There’s a crazy phenomenon on this (forget what it’s called) but there’s an example of two authors one of which didn’t act on an idea for a book, and their good friend and colleague who they connected with one a year or so, knowing nothing about the book idea, started writing that very book. Creativity wants expression. And doing the work is the way. ❤️

@tamsinthai 23 күн бұрын

I used to do that and after 5 minutes of frustration with what I thought was crap going nowhere, I'd hit the bottle. So I gave up.

@blackedoutbianca 23 күн бұрын

@@tamsinthaibut you can always start again 😊

@tamsinthai 23 күн бұрын

@@blackedoutbianca Hitting the bottle? 🤥

@blackedoutbianca 21 күн бұрын

@@tamsinthai im a recovering alcoholic and yes you can go back to the bottle 🤣 I’ve done that many times, but I meant you can start making your art again too!

@Ch3k0v Ай бұрын

You are absolutely not over-romanticizing this concept. For quite a while I was stuck in a perfectionist mindset which resulted in me being very unproductive and losing my passion for creating art. I had to remind myself of those times when I was a kid and I'd fill so many sketchbooks, fronts and backs of pages and it was the most fun thing ever.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

So well said..removing yourself from “is this good, is this bad” and enjoying the process of making the thing (whatever it may be) is this magic!

@toots810usa6 22 күн бұрын

I came to this epiphany! My Mom was an art teacher and made sure I made something every day. I was doing some scrapbooking and was broke and couldn't go buy all the stickers and other ephemera I wanted. Suddenly I realized I can draw whatever I want! Like you I had other things in the way. My Mom just passed and I intend to make something every day in her honor!!

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

I’m sorry to hear of her passing. I love that you’re honoring her by creating. How beautiful is that. ❤️ sending love to you!

@CarolinaBachiega Ай бұрын

You said exactly my current drawing teacher told me two weeks ago, “draw with whatever you have, you don't need anything expensive, you need to know how to convey your ideas with a pencil and a pen, train for it.”

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Beautifully put! As artists, sometimes we get caught up in the gear or tools or material… when really.. the idea AND the execution is everything!

@CarolinaBachiega Ай бұрын

@@GinnyStLawrence yess 😁

@normapadro420 Ай бұрын

The worse thing is to not do anything at all. One day I noticed that I had completed 500 art works from my phone. I use different applications, and when I was downloading them on my laptop the counter said 500 items to be downloaded. The phone has helped me focus on different types of art works. I like technology. I use it productively, and wisely. I'm an author, artist, photographer, music composer for television, movies. I'm constantly busy. There is always something to do. I'm never bored.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

That’s impressive. You sound incredibly multifaceted in your creative pursuits! Bravo, you’re killing it! 💪

@BigBandelero Ай бұрын

Right on. I hear a lot of whining and complaining about modern devices and social media. I’m of the opinion that it’s NOT devices or social media that’s the problem, but how people are completely misusing and abusing them. Your comment proves that point in a huge way.

@classicaldeb Ай бұрын

Wow! Good for you! I too have many interests. Sometimes I want to clone myself to accomplish all of them! 😅

@costelinha1867 26 күн бұрын

Honestly, doing nothing is definetly better than doing bad art. At least that doesn't make me wanna throw myself off a building.

@MsKrystia 24 күн бұрын

Can you share what apps you used?

@charleholst3881 Ай бұрын

“Inspiration is for amateurs. The rest of us just show up for work.” Chuck Close

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

I love this quote!

@charleholst3881 Ай бұрын

@@GinnyStLawrence I actually have this posted on the wall in my studio.

@grinningduck8322 Ай бұрын

😭😭 I have a full blown Michaels store in both my spare bedroom and basement!! And all I do is collect with intent and never doing!!! …. Thank you for this. I needed to hear this.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Use that to your advantage and start creating something. Start small, nothing crazy to get going. You got this 🙏

@jessicajovel7162 Ай бұрын

Me too! I started using my materials only recently

@lrose1046 Ай бұрын

Same!!!

@amada_frida Ай бұрын

Great info. I self doubt, but hearing this helps me utilize all my arts crafts I just have laying collecting dust to work on.

@themindbend777 23 күн бұрын

Sometimes it's fun to see what you have and just use stuff you Don't normally use. I made a drawing the other day that I love using watercolor pencils and crappy canvas board. I haven't used those pencils in years. The drawing is now one of my faves. Who knew.

@TreFoxR3 Ай бұрын

5mins. Can turn into a year. But go to that five minutes knowing that in that moment, you are, in fact, making progress.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Beautifully said!

@saundraweed9738 Ай бұрын

Too many people/artists think that the perfect gadget or tool will make them an artist. Only making art makes you a good artist. It doesn’t matter what materials you use or the cost of the materials.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Well said, Saundra!

@Celeste-in-Oz Ай бұрын

Life is messy It’s hard It’s frustrating But it’s life

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

So true 🙏

@ivanmarconetti4029 Ай бұрын

La vida es simple, pero no es fácil

@AlaaMohamed-yk6gc Ай бұрын

So true. When I decided to learn how to draw, I kept buying pencils, colored pencils and diffirent kinds of sketches but eventually I discovered all I really needed was just ONE pencil and a paper.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

It’s so true. I do love me some art supplies. 😅 BUT letting that trap of “needing more” can be a slippery slope!

@julesbrunoart 28 күн бұрын

"get the bad art out" yes yes yes! It's so nice to hear all these thoughts out loud from someone else, that barrier from feeling like making art to getting the nerve to get up and do it even if it's awful is still such a struggle. But it's boring to do nothing! might as well get the uglies out:) and I really appreciate your emphasis on the process over the product! ❤

@GinnyStLawrence 28 күн бұрын

I love how you put it: “get the uglies out” ❤️

@logothaironsides2942 24 күн бұрын

I agree about not needing the fancy materials. Many years ago I did a drawing for a friend of my mum. He was an Italian man who had come to the UK before the war. I was a bit embarrassed about the quality of the paper I had drawn on (we never had money so it was very rough paper). He told me, during the war he and his dad and brother were taken into an internment camp (because they were italian in the UK) and they used to draw on old newspapers. He said its not the materials, its what you do with them that makes them art.

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

I bet those made for some incredible drawings!!! Love that idea. ❤️

@quekelley5277 6 сағат бұрын

Amen. “The only thing that can defeat a try is a fail.” God bless 🙏💯

@robynb5434 29 күн бұрын

One of my favorite artists Steve Hanks said the same thing when someone asked him his success formula: “Paint every day. Show up every day. “ I don’t want to be a fake artist or an imaginary one so I try and do a little bit every day sometimes alot. I’m always so glad I did.

@GinnyStLawrence 28 күн бұрын

Yes!! Well said, Robyn. And showing up can be something as simple as organizing the studio, cleaning brushes, or a simple sketch.

@MsKrystia 24 күн бұрын

I think making art every day helps to create a habit. The time can vary but sitting down to work on your craft daily is the time for you and just you.

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

This!! I love my “me” time. Frankly, I get cranky without it! lol 😂

@cynthiafrancis4197 20 күн бұрын

My Design professor (circa 1982) said this on day one: “The only difference between you, the student, and _____, the artist is 25 years of sh*t. There is no other way than to create 25 years of sh*t first. The only way “there” is “through.”

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

I love this Cynthia! So damn true!!

@Kurdtiss Ай бұрын

Thank you for this! I have been suffering from GAS (gear aquisition syndrome) for most of my life and I know how much time I can waste thinking that what I have to work with is not enough. Instead of doing my work (writing) I would just spend hours just browsing the web looking at the newest laptop or tablet or fountain pen that I KNEW would make my writing better. But in the end I would just get the shiny products, be full of dopamine for a month then plummet down to my baseline. I now just force myself to just write pen and paper and use my laptop to transfer to digital. Both my output and quality improved significantly ❤

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

As someone with ADHD, I totally get the dopamine rush of GAS! I’ve been there. Such a rush and such a dump. Haha I’ve found it to be a form of (expensive) procrastination and a bit of limiting beliefs versus having an abundant mindset. A great book I can recommend is The War of Art by Steven Pressfield. You got this! ❤️

@carriegrice 29 күн бұрын

I'm literally crying rn. 😢 I have been hearing this message all over the place . Thank you so much

@GinnyStLawrence 28 күн бұрын

Awww.. hopefully happy tears! You got this Carrie!

@chriscallen6897 27 күн бұрын

I’m so obsessed with my automotive artwork, I bring my Bristol pad, pencils and markers to work with me everyday. I work on a drawing on my lunch breaks. I’ve finished several drawings at this point.

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

That is awesome, Chris!!

@JohnTravena Ай бұрын

I was most productive when I always carried a notebook to sketch in. Drew on the bus, in the park, at family gatherings. I was working on finished paintings at the same time.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

It’s amazing how just having something dedicated to your practice always with you or front and center in a room or area you frequent can keep our creativity active and engaged and wanting to be expressed. My iPad mini has become that “mobile art studio” for me. It’s wonderful

@JohnTravena Ай бұрын

@@GinnyStLawrence It's removing all the obstacles to creation. Look up David Hockney with iPad if you haven't already. He's does plein air painting with it. Also, lot of pigments are toxic and painting with it lowers or removes this risk. No more cleaning brushes if ya don't want.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Checking him out, thanks for the rec! I still love painting with traditional materials but have really gravitated towards primarily digital, which I thought would never happen. The environmental impact (I sound so granola, but paint can be super toxic) left me questioning the longevity of painting traditionally. I’m sure we could open a can of worms comparing the two, but love that I’m not subjecting myself to as much waste or chemicals painting digitally!

@paulkelly9769 5 күн бұрын

“The act of doing the thing is what matters.” 100% At >3 years of dailies myself. Keep showing up and you’ll surprise yourself

@GinnyStLawrence 5 күн бұрын

Amen, Paul!! 🙌 Keep showing up is a motto to live by. You never know who’s watching, listening, or drawing inspiration from your work!

@stulee5314 Ай бұрын

Showing up is the way forward. It cultivates the creative expression, rather than allowing our narrative to dictate ❤

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

This is beautifully said ❤️

@NOCOMP7 27 күн бұрын

Jarrarium in the background 😊NICE. No you were not over doing it! You are honest and right. I received this message.

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

Yes! Thank you!!! 😊

@PaulCarterArt Ай бұрын

Empowering tips and reminders of learning by doing daily without the need for validation. Creating is is very healthy and important. Thanks for sharing.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Yes! It’s so incredibly powerful. Therapeutic. Cathartic. I love it

@mamascrafts13 8 минут бұрын

This… was exactly what I needed to hear. I’ve got a few ideas I’ve been wanting to spring to life but was afraid of the results being bad.

@astridtrisorio4894 Ай бұрын

I teach Graphic Design, Illustration and 3d modeling, as you can imagine i get home very mentally exhausted that i don't have any strength left for my personal project. Thanks to you I've realised that was a bullshit, procrastinating won't give a shit back, instead a steady regular process will keep me on track. I was kind of "yeeah I've got only 1 hour before i start cooking dinner, what can i achieve?" Bullshit, in 1 hour i can write down some lines for my story, do some studies for the characters, sketch things randomly etc. Thanks again, most illuminating speech. Astrid

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

I used to have this same attitude until I started timing myself and realized how powerful 5-10 minutes really could be. AND how much those minutes add up when they begin to compound. It’s why I stand firm in, “create something every day”. Doesn’t have to be a masterpiece, doesn’t have to be world changing, doesn’t even have to be finished. But greasing that creative groove is powerful. As a teacher, you give a lot. Try giving to yourself first. Maybe it’s 5 min sketch during your morning coffee. A little “you time” to fill your cup before you fill your students! ❤️

@astridtrisorio4894 Ай бұрын

@@GinnyStLawrence thanks again, the power of neglecting things can be destructive if we give to much space. For instance, yesterday evening we went outdoor hiking, but once back at home, i took my ipad pro and i start sketching for 1 hour straight, and that was energising! gonna stick to your channel :)

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Nature is the best artist and my ultimate inspiration! Great job on sketching for an hour straight! 💪

@olakraszpulska Ай бұрын

I teach as well, and I've adopted the "sleep when the baby sleeps" attitude. When my students draw, I draw alongside them and check in every 10 minutes or so. My classes are too small to constantly hover, and I think it's good for them to see me do what I'm asking them to do. My sketchbook practice is back and it feels authentic

@sahashra_real 26 күн бұрын

I feel alive

@Eterna13ttt 20 күн бұрын

From now on, i will see this video every week

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

Thank you!

@charity7903 24 күн бұрын

A legend whom I look up to is Prince, he was always creating everyday and has thousands of unreleased songs. He didn’t care about perfection but more about passion. Thank you for reminding me to create no matter what

@GinnyStLawrence 23 күн бұрын

Prince was a true genius!! Was just listening to Purple Rain the other day

@stephendavis1233 4 күн бұрын

One of the best videos I’ve ever heard in life. As of 7:49 p.m, my perfectionism & procrastination will seize to exist. Thank you for this message 🌹

@GinnyStLawrence 3 күн бұрын

Wow, thank you so much!

@snakewomangirl Ай бұрын

For me, showing up every day is about building a relationship with my inner artist, others may call this the muse or the diamon. We are in service to this source of creativity & imagination and we have to make sacrifices of our time & energy in dedication to this deity. If we commit to this relationship, hold a space to reach out, listen & trust it will lead us to who we actually are, what our art is about, to our authentic voice and style. Your ego, your mind, what you think isn’t your art, it is something deeper & showing up, being patient & developing a daily practice is the only way to have something that truly expresses your soul. And that is always more satisfying.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

This comment is amazing! Giving me Rick Rubin/Steven Pressfield vibes!! I love it❤️❤️❤️

@marielouiseweeksb33attitud33 29 күн бұрын

When I hit block in the journey I tend to tackle the tough stuff for me… vehicles, florals are my toughies… they’re pretty awful but I did it. Another thing I do is reach for my least used/favourite medium and then choose a random page in my sketchbook so if it’s terrible it’s tucked away in the sketchbook. Then I find my creative juices are flowing again and I can do the stuff I like with the materials I love.

@GinnyStLawrence 29 күн бұрын

I really love this approach. It’s brilliant!! Gonna have to use this approach myself, thank you!!! 🙏

@MichaelMaitlen Ай бұрын

Thanks for the encouragement...just showing up is so important in many aspects of my life, but surprisingly hard to do sometimes. But you're right, just 5minutes can move the needle, maybe not a bunch, but keeping up the practice will payoff huge sometimes...and a bit other days.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

I’m happy to have helped, Michael! The hardest part is starting (anything). Once you get going it’s so much easier to keep that inertia and continue pace. It doesn’t have to be perfect, but consistency (in anything) never is. Overtime that consistency compounds, and that’s where the magic happens. Plus, sometimes 5minutes = 3 hours! Happy creating!

@WeWynne 18 күн бұрын

Damn. Keep showing up. I love it. We haven't been able to what with our children having so many things we've been helping with along with multiple surgeries and recovery but we want to get back on the train and produce more art!! "It's all about producing" not being perfect, thank you.

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

My pleasure! I hope everyone is healed and in good health. ❤️

@fivebyfivesound 5 күн бұрын

Exactly what many of us need to hear.-and then act on! Thank you 🙏🏽

@GinnyStLawrence 5 күн бұрын

My pleasure and thank you so much for stopping by.

@titanostrongman 7 күн бұрын

I agree. I also do this often and allowing myself to draw like I’m 5 helps allot. Just for the energy output alone e is worth it

@GinnyStLawrence 6 күн бұрын

💯 You are so right! Drawing like I’m 5 is basically how I draw everything. 😂

@andysdestination8671 Ай бұрын

That’s a great tip about just don’t worry about your results, you just play with it, experiment with it, then soon one day you get to be good at it. Excellent video. Cheers 😎😎😎🔥🔥🔥

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

You get it! Thanks, Andy! ❤️

@KarinasaurusRexx 18 күн бұрын

100% agree. Years ago when I started setting creating goals (3 peices a day) it escalated into 5 to 10 a day. I got obsessed. Was that work good? Not at all! But I've been consistent ever since and focus more on quality most days. But still to this day I sometimes have nothing to give. So I sit down and just copy something for the ritual. The ritual of creating and not focusing on perfection is as fun as those great pieces you are proud of. Create and create some more.

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

Yes yes yes 🙌 🙌 you totally get it. Prompts are always good for this too! Short on ideas? Lean on a prompt. Thanks!!

@imjustnana4996 28 күн бұрын

I needed to hear this at this exact moment. Thank you so very much. I’m a52 yr old full time grandmother and caregiver. My art, clay ,writing stories, painting is my soft place to fall, my peace,my happiness, my safe space. I need to create more and get out of this depression.

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

Be gentle with yourself.. start small.. slow… you got this

@lizardqueen6041 28 күн бұрын

Instead of going into a big spiel about how I needed to hear this, it's poignant, blahblahblah, I'll keep it simple: you rock! ❤

@GinnyStLawrence 28 күн бұрын

Thanks Lizard Queen! That means a lot!🥹❤️

@heidevanness2788 23 күн бұрын

That's so true. I've always said, " It's about the process, not the product." I just found this channel and I will keep watching.

@GinnyStLawrence 22 күн бұрын

Awesome! Thank you so much!! ❤️

@ddub6135 25 күн бұрын

Ginny, You are spot on with this message. We as human beings have so much creativity Inside of us. Sometimes we don’t tap into it because we don’t know how to. Sometimes it’s because of the risk of failure. Fear comes in many ways. You are very correct in your message. It’s already Inside of you. One of my favorite mottos is, “ It’s not failure, it’s feedback “. You have a new subscriber in me. Thank you and Carry on my friend…..

@GinnyStLawrence 25 күн бұрын

“It’s not failure it’s feedback” is so beautifully said and I cannot agree more ❤️🙏

@ddub6135 25 күн бұрын

@@GinnyStLawrence Thanks Ginny. Have a great Weekend….

@user-to2gh7sg3l 28 күн бұрын

I've had 4 or 5 different studios over the years. Skylights are paramount. Sure anyone can make art with a head lamp and good space and best of supplies. AIn't nothing without a good naturally lit place and higher than 7 foot ceillings. (Maybe some day for me.)

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

The dream!

@dev4911 23 күн бұрын

I have written a book consisting of stories, write-ups and my personal reflections on life and existence. You can call it a collection of my writings done over the years. It's available on Amazon. But now I am planning to bring out a revised edition, with some changes made, plus some new write-ups added. Once the new book is out, it will be available on Amazon, with its previous edition withdrawn from the site. I feel our lives are nothing without creativity. Everything else is just eat, shit and repeat. It's only creativity that has brought human civilization this far - be it artistic, scientific or any other form of creativity. Thanks a ton for this video. And keep making more such videos.

@GinnyStLawrence 23 күн бұрын

This is so incredibly well said and I completely agree. I love that you also see science (and life in general, minus the basic functions) as a creative pursuit. 🙏Beautiful message, thank you!

@kyethecreator24 28 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for this! I been working 10hr shifts hard labor for 6 years and I’m at the point in my life where I want to create more art! I have been lately but I feel it in me that it’s something that I have to pursue. I feel so focus, at peace, and satisfied when I do art. ! That’s how I know it’s my calling and not the bs work that I do currently. Thank you again.

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

It’s my pleasure. I understand doing the “BS” stuff to get to the art.. been there and feel that. Keep carving out the time.. it’s so worth it!

@scholarz 22 сағат бұрын

I resonate hard with this. I even told my friend I think around new years, “dang dude, I remember when I didn’t have a “PC” pc and I said I would edit videos if I had a stronger one, and now it’s literally about just doing it,” (bc I upgraded since) and man. So many excuses… I’ve also tried to fathom why I was able to produce more when I had less, because now that I have more I’ve produced less… I guess the hunger and will was stronger at the beginning, and I’m not as hungry for it now. BUT that will change :] Thank you for the video 💙

@GinnyStLawrence 16 сағат бұрын

I can relate to you sooo so much. This I reduced my “clutter” of things (distracting tech) and reduced myself down to my 6th gen iPad Pro and have been insanely productive with less as a result. Art, KZfaq editing, email, etc. I’m a big proponent of less is more. Use what you have, even if that means getting rid of some of those things to “clear up the clutter”. Too much for me = analysis paralysis. My ADHD brain likes simple. 😂 Dive back in and make some cool things. Take it slow. Enjoy the process. Rooting for you ❤️

@kalirally 9 күн бұрын

Agreed! One of the best things I did was start a drawing a habit every morning before anything else got started. Within about six months, I learned Procreate, honed my style, and had about 180 designs to put in my store. Getting back into it now! Thank you for sharing! -Kali

@GinnyStLawrence 8 күн бұрын

Hi again. Holy smokes you’ve been busy! I love to hear this. It’s so cliche, but little tiny actions each day really do compound overtime and generate big results. Nothing over night, but if you stack enough of those little wins and actions together, it’s kind of wild where you can end up. Congrats on your creative productivity!

@themindbend777 23 күн бұрын

I've been doing this all week and some of the art was really good compared to my past pieces. Some was pretty crap , but I was happy nonetheless.

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

Hell yes!!! 🙌

@jigglypuff4ever 24 күн бұрын

“Get the bad art out”. So true!! Never thought of it like that

@GinnyStLawrence 23 күн бұрын

That mental framing always helps me be less precious about certain works.

@ChrisZappa Ай бұрын

I needed to hear this today. Thanks, Ginny.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

I’m glad it was helpful, Chris! Happy weekend to you.

@ChrisZappa Ай бұрын

@@GinnyStLawrence Happy weekend to you too!

@classicaldeb Ай бұрын

I needed that right now; 'You don't need anything else to begin.' It's true!

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Hey Deb, thanks for watching!

@tomlavelle2333 Ай бұрын

Your passion is evident. You have started a creative ripple that will resinate with creatives. Your message will spread farther than you can imagine. Beautiful message, well said. Have a wonderful and creative life.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Wow, thank you. That’s beyond kind ❤️

@Barrrt 28 күн бұрын

Thanks. Agreed with general idea. Just about the 'everyday' thing - isn't that a road to burnout? The people who can do that everyday might just be built different from someone like me..

@GinnyStLawrence 28 күн бұрын

Depends on what your everyday looks like.. in this video I describe 5 minutes a day. That (to me) doesn’t lead to burnout. I brush my teeth every day, twice a day. Do I always want to? Not really. But it takes 5 minutes and I feel better afterwards. I think some people see “make art everyday” and it triggers them deeply. That’s not the intention of this video or my message. What I hope to leave people with is: go make something… work towards your creative expression everyday for at least 5 minutes a day. Simple doodle, cleaning brushes, etc. 5 minutes. Even if you sit there and draw circles over and over and over.. it’s 5 minutes.

@Barrrt 28 күн бұрын

@@GinnyStLawrence I can TOTALLY agree with this. The 5 minutes wasn't clear to me. Thank you for this personal response and elaboration. And I can totally get on board with 5 minutes of art expression a day ^^

@jamieseroogy766 5 күн бұрын

Flow State Runners High My husband whose a drummer saying he "blacked out" on stage lol the best feeling ever.

@GinnyStLawrence 5 күн бұрын

Hahaha I LOVE that so much!🤘Also, major lover of drums!

@regsabatini 20 күн бұрын

All the small notebooks I have that are cute but empty, out of my own fear of making them ugly. 😞

@RafiAnimates 16 күн бұрын

I’m passionate about this topic too, and you’re not over romanticising it. Thanks for sharing.

@GinnyStLawrence 14 күн бұрын

Thanks, Rafi! ❤️

@joviandamien 28 күн бұрын

I find myself in need of this reminder. I often find excuses to avoid creating art, whether it's doubting my abilities compared to others on social media or convincing myself that I need certain materials before I can start a project. However, I realize now that these are merely distractions. You're correct; everything I need to excel is already within me. It's up to me to take that first step. Additionally, I appreciate the analogy that five minutes of focused effort can yield as much as three hours of distracted work.

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

I’ve been exactly where you are.. to the point it was crippling for me creatively. You have it all within you. Go easy, but try 5 minutes a day. See how that goes!

@awfulguy2197 28 күн бұрын

Thankyou Ginny, I’m a multi faceted artist ranging from poetry to graffiti and I couldn’t agree more with this opinion, small consistent efforts over time build the strongest foundations and one day you’ll be proud of what you’ve built, pushing yourself overly hard to meet really ambitious goals can help but also hinder the overall process, the way you framed this is great, love 😎✌🏽

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

I appreciate you saying this! Sending love right back atcha!

@Hexspa 28 күн бұрын

Same goes for dating. I think a lot of people don’t see that as a creative activity. When I was in that world, someone said, “Focus on the skill (development), not the outcome,” which is exactly what you’re saying here. Ultimately, we can’t really control everything about our artistic lives but we can usually decide to put in the work. When you do that, everything else seems like an excuse to procrastinate or quit.

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

Exactly! It’s all about sitting down and doing the work (regardless what arena)

@secondand7th 25 күн бұрын

Factory!!!!!!!!! FAX!!!! F-ING FACTS!!!! Thank you for sharing this!!!

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

Thank you!! 🙏

@MissingScaffolding 21 күн бұрын

Two years into my creative process. Perfectionism was the first roadblock. Therapist suggested I just start with what I have on hand. Learned I needed internal art in journals for personal development and that I need to shift between external art for others. Some of it is not meant to be seen, no performing, raw intuitive expression. Giving out little mini art watercolor squares with impactful sayings is so rewarding. I give them away random places like drive thru, drs office assistants. People are usually shocked! 😮 😊

@GinnyStLawrence 20 күн бұрын

I love this!! Reminds of me someone who used to paint rocks and leave them around the neighborhood for people and kids to find with words of encouragement. Super kind and fun! ❤️

@jtkuhne8722 29 күн бұрын

Thank you KZfaq lady. Very motivational. Im gonna go suck at drawing circles now.

@jessicajovel7162 Ай бұрын

3:02 me too!! I'm not glad that's a common experience, but I'm glas I'm not the only one and that it's still possible to make art constantly despite all those years ignoring it People, you can do it!!!!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

I love this encouraging comment, Jessica! ❤️

@hgsqu33zy 17 күн бұрын

I agree with this statement 100%

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

💪 thanks!

@balmaraz96 27 күн бұрын

Going to listen to this every day first thing in the morning.

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

I love this!

@MaryflelonaW 5 күн бұрын

Needed to hear this! I'm struggling to find motivation to keep up my Webtoon because I am still an intermediate artist, but you've inspired me to keep going!! God bless you ❤️

@GinnyStLawrence 5 күн бұрын

Art is a lifelong pursuit. I’m in the camp of “forever a student” as it helps take the pressure off! Keep going, we’re rooting for you! ❤️

@jarielvs3776 28 күн бұрын

This video found me, and I needed it. I made a “Remember”playlist so i can come back to it. Thank you! Sending you love and a lot of good energy! ❤

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

You are so welcome!! Sending you love and good energy right back!! ❤️🙏

@soleaux 28 күн бұрын

hey this is awesome! thank you so much for taking the time to make this and share your thoughts & experiences…they resonate

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

Anytime. I’m glad this was helpful.

@skratchforce9785 Ай бұрын

2:21 embrace imperfect art. Omg much live to you. I wish more people can say thay to ameture artist.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Not everything has to be “perfect” or even complete

@Wrathgir 17 күн бұрын

I art somewhat everyday. Some days though it's hard to when I work all day. Sometimes I do have a little sketchbook in my pocket when I feel the urge to draw something and I have the time to do so. Granted I need to give myself time to finish my comics I started. Maybe just sitting down for a few minutes a day at least to get it done might help me. Thanks for the tips. I needed this.

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing!! A little goes a long way over time. Start small! ❤️

@user-dq2ym1nn9k 3 күн бұрын

Great video. And a simple, encouraging message. I have saved it so I can show it to the young people at at the youth centre art workshops I run. Art is a long game, every time we make something we inch forward (even if we may not realise it at the time)

@GinnyStLawrence 2 күн бұрын

This is awesome! It is DEFINITELY the long game. Daily “deposits” (doodles, simple work, color practice) adds up over time. Thank you for such a kind comment and sharing. You sound like an awesome teacher/mentor for those kids! ❤️

@truenorth3077 25 күн бұрын

I know that when I don't make the effort to draw every day, it's harder to be disciplined. I do really good in the summertime, but when I go back to work, that's when my drawing time takes a back seat. 😒

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

Try a 5 min doodle during your lunch break? Be easy on yourself and start small! ❤️

@aaronleemcl 19 күн бұрын

That might be one of the best videos I've seen in a long time

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

Wow, that’s very generous of you. Thank you so much Aaron. ❤️

@dazocat5566 29 күн бұрын

This is true .. thanks for the reminder Ginny…❤🙏 i appreciate it.. when i was a kid i wanted to become a scratch deejay but i didnt have the money to afford it.. but i always loved art and it was easy getting into graffiti art all i needed was , a pencil or pen and paper to get into it. your right though.. ❤️🙏🙏🙏💯💯💯consistency is a must! Keep your craft alive!! ✌️😎😁❤️🙏thanks for the advice!!

@GinnyStLawrence 28 күн бұрын

Thanks for sharing!! ❤️🙏

@maddy1224 27 күн бұрын

Ive been doing traditional art for years now and i love it but i know i want to venture into animation so i tried digital and I've been struggling with it so much i find it hard to believe how i can be pretty good at traditional but struggle so much with digital and being so bad at it makes me barely want to draw whatsoever. I needed this video to push myself with both traditional and digital and try and improve with both.

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

Happy to have helped. Check out my fresco video.. the one that is 54 mins.. but check the chapters. There’s a bit on animation… fresco makes it STUPID simple to animate… may be what you’re looking for to get started animating drawings quickly! I’ll have to expand more on that section in future vids.

@AustinWalkerLive 27 күн бұрын

Really enjoyed this. Thank you! I especially liked the idea of investing just 5 minutes instead of fretting over details. Subscribed

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

Thank you so much 🙏 Welcome, stoked to have you!!

@geraldinedavid2442 23 күн бұрын

The Universe has gifted me with your video. Thank you🙏. For as long as I can remember - now in my 70’s - I have wanted to accomplish creating my poems and paintings into a tangible collection to share…i haven’t been able to believe they are worth sharing and I am beginning to believe and acknowledge the moments have come to start this journey🤗🙏

@GinnyStLawrence 23 күн бұрын

It’s so nice to hear from you, Geraldine! I hope you do find the time to create and share!!

@GlennBird Ай бұрын

Thankyou! What I needed, when I needed it. I also love that that Gibson quote and it’s so true…when you just let yourself sit down with your creative outlet eventually you get lost in the zone.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Right? Kinda wild how that happens. I love it every single time, time just disappears! Thanks, Glenn!

@Soothsayers_Crucible 29 күн бұрын

I'm for doing the work just not every single day. Everyone experiences burn out and need breaks, and that's ok. Breaks can be key to making headway in certain pursuits. I've pushed myself in this manner, and it really did make me more miserable as I was striving to meet other people's standards and not meeting my own needs. Not every artist works the same, and again, that's ok~

@GinnyStLawrence 28 күн бұрын

🙏

@ivej635 27 күн бұрын

Yeah I disagree with not doing art every advice when I see artist I love who draw everyday who improved so much and I resnoted 100% with this

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

I’m so happy to hear this!

@lukegoldstein 23 күн бұрын

Thank you so so so so so much for this. There are a ton of videos out there waiting to energize artists who haven't hit three stride yet (or re-energize those who have and lost it along the way,) but you can watch as many of them as you can find and they won't matter as much as the one video that relates the message in the way you're currently tuned to hear it. This was it for me. I tuned in, now I feel tuned up. :)

@GinnyStLawrence 23 күн бұрын

I love to hear this Luke! Cheers to you and your newfound creative energy!

@tinayang3845 16 күн бұрын

Super important message, thanks for the support. Greetings from Australia

@GinnyStLawrence 14 күн бұрын

Thanks and welcome!! 🤗

@judahchrichlow8882 29 күн бұрын

Thank you so much. Your words were exactly what I needed to hear at this very moment. I’m about to get back to writing my first children’s book!

@GinnyStLawrence 28 күн бұрын

You are so welcome! Absolutely LOVE children’s books! Cheers!!

@krissy2321 24 күн бұрын

Great message Creativity feeds the soul Find some time and enjoy the process 💛

@GinnyStLawrence 22 күн бұрын

Yes! Thank you Krissy!

@rehabawad9826 Күн бұрын

لقد بلغت من العُمر ارزله وأنا أكتم واحتفظ بكل ما أحبه من الفنون ،بداخلي عالم كبير من الفنون في كافه مجالات الفنون بدايه من الرسم والتصوير والنحت والنجارة ،الي أن آذن الله ووجدتني أذهب لتعلم الرسم وبداخلي حصره لما مضي من العمر ،شكرا جزيلاً للدعم 🤚🤍💚🕊️🌷

@GinnyStLawrence 16 сағат бұрын

I personally believe art is best when shared. Share your work, share your love of the arts. Art connects people and we need more of it ❤️

@NorlynCodes Ай бұрын

I really envy those who are creative.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

We’re all creative! ❤️

@Piscesgyal26 24 күн бұрын

I really needed to hear this message, so thank you! I tend to put time for my creativity onto the back burner because everything else seems to be "more important " and, in my head, the creativity time is my reward time....but this really needs to change ...even reversed!

@GinnyStLawrence 22 күн бұрын

I hope you create space and time for your creativity! ❤️

@Piscesgyal26 21 күн бұрын

Thank you 😊

@mikemarrotte Күн бұрын

You rock friend - brilliant timing for me personally, BIG TIME THANKS for following your gut and putting this out there :)

@GinnyStLawrence 16 сағат бұрын

Thank you! 🙏 I’m so glad this was helpful for you Mike. ❤️🤘

@Iog 27 күн бұрын

Couldn't agree more. People will forget things when they stop doing those things. To become the success you strive to be, you have to do it until you are satisfied with it. To be is to do, and to do is to be, as Socrates once echoed. So don't lose yourself to the passage of time. Do something that you will be remembered for. I do not think Socrates would have ever guessed that over 2000 years later in history that someone would ever be able to acknowledge his own existence from his time. Let alone be viewed as a great figure. It is funny because he never believed in writing down any of his dialogues, but fondly his student Plato did. He etched the wisdom of Socrates to be recorded in the history of humanity for as long as it will go from here.

@GinnyStLawrence 26 күн бұрын

I love that you drew this parallel. ❤️ I’m a big fan of the stoics

@mothernature88888 Күн бұрын

I think it's a good idea to create an intention before we get creative, e.g. "I am now freeing myself from all internal criticism. I am following my heart's desire. I am allowing my inner artist to express itself fully and without limits." Peace and Love

@GinnyStLawrence 16 сағат бұрын

This is such a great prompt!!! 🙌❤️Thank you for sharing!

@karolinaska6836 Ай бұрын

I self published three books. Kicked my butt, haven't made any money, in fact lost on advertising. What I learned is that I don't have everything I need. I don't have the know how or mental capacity of marketing to put my books into people's hands. (I'm autistic, it's a literal mental block so no, I can't just learn how to market. I've tried.) It's incredibly disheartening and I'm done writing books. 😢

@normapadro420 Ай бұрын

Hello. Don't give up. I have a learning disability. I went beyond the not being able to remember to just practicing. I'm an author, artist, photographer, music composer for movies, television. I graduated from High School in 2000 at the age of 34. I also graduated from college in 2011. Don't give up on your dream, and what you enjoy doing. People will find your work.

@GinnyStLawrence Ай бұрын

Sometimes knowing what you’re not good at IS what you may need. It could be an opportunity to recruit help in that particular aspect? There’s always a route. It just may not be in front us upon first go or glance. You got this ❤️

@lindaraereneau484 Ай бұрын

Write them for fun and share them!!! Success is happiness of doing what you love. Success is not recognition, money, and getting things. It's about freedom of being your true self!! Would a bird refuse to fly or sing if she were not recognized or paid? Would a flower refuse to bloom and smell sweet? Do it for joy, for beauty, for being who you are!!!!! It's so much fun.

@Seamannon Ай бұрын

Marketing is often about relatability and art is about emotional resonance too on the side of the consumer. Maybe you've put yourself in the wrong places and before people if you weren't received in a positive way? What are your books about? Who are they really for? Who can resonate with the stories? What can they learn from it? Who can benefit from what you have to give and how? These are important questions to ask, so you can focus on your particular niche instead of relying on some marketing "specialist" to bring in customers. Many of those "specialists or "art managers" will just take your money without delivering any results they promise and then even blame you for the results and call your art crap. Neurotypicals don't relate well with neurodivergent peole and their struggles, there is usually a clash in communication when they're forced to work together. Keep that in mind. It's better to build things up from scratch when you are personally engaged in the process, because you know your message best and you care about it most and you have to care about the people who become your first supporters too. You have to learn how to serve them best without compromising on your values, you have to discover that middle ground because no one else with care about it more and it has to be personal. You have to learn how to take feedback and how to ignore nonconstructive comments. You can call in advisors and other specialists when you are at the stage where you know your core products and when you have enough discernment to reject incompatible "help". Best of luck to you! May you find the best path to express yourself and relate to others! ;) PS: I believe the video was about creating art and expressing yourself, not as much about selling it - that's a different problem. Developing your skill vs monetizing it. You just admitted that you have everything you need to create your art, because you've already created it. Now you have to figure out who can receive it - that's the next level of the journey.

@borneofilms 25 күн бұрын

This might be one of the most important little clips on the internet

@GinnyStLawrence 12 күн бұрын

Thank you so much 🥹🥹🥹

@user-yd3jd2em8e 24 күн бұрын

making art, no matter what, is the perfect stress buster. Make yourself laugh at your crappy art. You’ll feel better and make art, your mood will improve as will your art with time. ❤ thanks for the great supportive message ❤ 🇨🇦

@GinnyStLawrence 22 күн бұрын

Well said! Cheers! I love Canada!