1 FAILURE but 3 SUCCESSES - ARTIST VLOG

[@myriamtillson]

Hi everyone, I hope you'll enjoy this sort of Part 2 featuring a Special guest : teeny green birb

[@tiffiekins3645]

Amazed at how you have such complicated subjects and still manage to incorporate them into an environment. Love your work 💛

[@myriamtillson]

That’s quite a new development, I used to really struggle with environments but I am trying to get better at it. ^^ Thank you!

[@andij4163]

Love the one with the spider so much :) Especially as someone who has studied (and loves) spiders.

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you!! What a fascinating area of study!!!

[@aleahlrb]

That beginning announcement was so adorable! XD

[@myriamtillson]

Hehe, glad you liked it XD

[@elfriedaarts1195]

Gorgeous background on the lightning strike piece and the drapery. Cloth is so difficult to get to look right and it looks just so voluptuous and velvety in that piece. You continue to inspire as always. Please don't ever stop being you in your artwork.

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you! I used to be very intimidated by backgrounds but am trying to get better at them. Cloth is indeed very hard, so I was quite happy with my attempt, glad you liked it! :)

[@greghudson5629]

Self reflection on how you work is essential. It is also helpful to those of us on our own art journey to see how others work. Thanks for sharing your journey. As always love your work, u you our themes are striking and always let my mind wonder into your creations.

[@sunmoon1084]

I actually really love your images. It’s surrealist... I think this is my style of painting... I’m still discovering myself as an artist

[@myriamtillson]

So am I, it’s a lifelong journey I think :) I hope it is going well for you!

[@AmandaInEly]

I love watching your process, and the fact that it doesn't all go to plan. That's life. And I'll feel encouraged when it happens to me. I'm embarking on a gigantic picture myself.

[@asylumlane]

I love that you share the reality of how things go, the good AND bad of it all. I also really appreciate how you discuss working not just efficiently but also healthily! I think our world today is so focused on productivity that we forget that we are only humans who need to take care of both or mental and physical health before work. Health should always be a priority.

[@sunmoon1084]

The first layers I lay on the canvas are in my opinion my least favorite but it is so fascinating to see an image come together as the process keeps going!

[@myriamtillson]

Same here :) Sometimes it can be hard to see the potential beyond the first ugly stages but more often than not, it is worth persevering !

[@ArtorLifeTorB]

Amazing painting , great fantasy, like it 👍👍👍👋beautiful video 🌺😊🌼

[@extraterrestrial2299]

Hello Myriam! Just letting you know that you're process, the "growing pains" (as you so incredibly phrased it), and the lows that you show in your recent videos really resonate with me. I'm an actor, and have been for the past year since I've been out of high school. I always catch myself prepping for and doing self-tapes and auditions where I sometimes go too far into it and not let myself breathe. Hearing you talk about letting work breathe by itself for a moment has really made me reflect on how I've been going about my acting. I also, much like you've said, plan a bit too much beforehand only to find my plate too full once I do the doing--too many auditions and self-tapes, I miss some and enter late (unprofessional!). Things to work on!--things I'm conquering and getting over! Seeing you go through it very much like I am definitely helps me, personally and artistically. I'm sure I'm not alone here, but I love seeing your full process, doubts and all--it makes me love your pieces more because I know how much thought and effort gets put into them. Anyways, much love :)

[@Jojo-oi5tl]

I love your drawing, and also your eye color is very beautiful💙❤️

[@kairichfield3505]

Seeing this really makes me feel a lot better about how much time it takes me to make art, especially since I admire your art so much. I often get upset with myself for things taking too long instead of just enjoying the process.

[@CheyenneWyntarArt]

Love this! Cram culture in art is so dangerous both to mental and physical health. I’m GLAD you showed yourself making that decision. It’s a powerful example for others.

[@quantumjungle6013]

I'm with you on growing pains and premiere pro!! It's such a complex program and the possibilities are endless, as soon as I want to add a cool effect, or text or whatever - I find that there's 10,000 ways to go about doing it! Haha anyway, your videos are amazing! You're such a positive voice in the art community and I'm loving your work 💚💚💚 thank you so much for all you do!

[@colourmequaint9690]

Thank you for your honesty and relatability! I find it very inspiring and encouraging😍

[@sarahpfahler367]

I wish I could give this more than one thumbs up! Loving your paintings and I love being able to see your process and your self reflection ❤️

[@sarapetel1206]

The way you started the video made me smile! Always lovely to see your vlogs and to hear you reflect/speak about your journey with your art! Can't say I'm very upset about you not managing to finish all the paintings for this vlog if it means we get another one in a few weeks. :)

[@myriamtillson]

Aw good! I felt silly so I rolled with it XD Thank you very much for the kind words ^^

[@Foolish_huan]

You have such an interesting mind ! I’m always loving your concepts

[@Gothilocks003]

Praise the sun!

[@magereina]

i so enjoyed watching you work! personally hearing your struggles is completely the opposite of disheartening. i found it so relatable and it really resonated with me. thank you!

[@magorzataborkowska2683]

You're an amazing artist.

[@eannicole205]

Thank you

[@TheDomino8541]

I just discovered you... OMG all your work is impressive, you are very creative... and very talented, and very hardworking.

[@thelinus]

Really enjoy seeing your work process and your thoughts around it. And the paintings are wonderful as always!

[@lxbrngr1151]

I just love how you are always able to reinvent your concepts and have a fresh approach !! Keep on the amazing work !

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you, that’s lovely of you to say!

[@CharlesHancockCreations]

You are very level headed. This seemed introspective and honest.🙏

[@CayleeGrey]

My first video of yours and you’re immediately my new favourite studio blogger. I couldn’t believe how much art you created and had a bit of a giggle when you apologised for finishing half way. You could have finished after the first one. Love how you share your struggles. It’s so encouraging. Thank you for being vulnerable.

[@annabeledwards544]

Beautiful work - I've only started getting back into art recently (haven't done it since I was a teen) and the still lifes were getting uninspiring. Your paintings have such a vibrant, creative and thoughtful energy to them...really makes me excited to paint!! As someone who struggles with grounds, I was fascinated by how you brought together the ground so well in 'Struck'. I'd love to see a tutorial on how you make convincing natural grounds like that!

[@SoulscapeFineArt]

Very beautiful artwork! Great job! Thanks for sharing n see you the next video!

[@alexj4239]

I’m so excited to see another installment of this! it’s really nice to get the little slice of life parts and the bits of talking and reflection. I can’t wait for the next part!

[@alexj4239]

also , hearing about overworking yourself and having way too high expectations for yourself has been so helpful for my finals week! very appreciated

[@allanfink7816]

You are such a delight! Your paintings are full of dismembered people, organs and entrails, and all the insides showing on the outside, BUT using a black widow is too much. That has such a beautiful symmetry to it.

[@myriamtillson]

Haha, thanks Allan!

[@allanfink7816]

@@myriamtillson I got out of school in the mid 1980s, before the internet or digital art was invented. In class I had gone from one assignment to another, trying to make my images stunning in some memorable way, and in doing so, often resorted to dark and violent imagery, without much thought or foresight about how that would affect my "brand". After showing my art/design portfolio around town I took a job at a small company, and a few days into it one of the managers came to meet me and said. "I really wanted to meet you. They told me the new art guy is totally obsessed with death...." and I was like, "whaaaaaat? Who? ME? Really? No way!" I thought I was the nicest guy ever, i just wanted my art to "stand out". But I stepped back and thought about the stuff in my book, and had to admit that it came off as quite disturbed, maybe even "sick", and I had made zero effort to tone it down. I was just way too close to it to notice. It made me wonder how much opportunity I had scared off, vs who I had impressed and why. I NEVER thought of myself as obsessed with death or violence, BUT I did like to draw that kind of stuff. Couldn't see the forest for the trees.

[@marnisenicoleart]

The level of detail here is amazing! I always love and feel inspired watching your videos.

[@Bexx74]

I really love where you ended up taking the final painting. Very well done.

[@iamrandomacorns]

You are incredible and inspiring

[@emicontained6870]

I really love the final composition you chose for the water lily piece, right now I'm looking for new artwork to put up in my condo, so if it's possible I will definitely get a print of this piece!

[@WeblightDreams]

Wow the pieces you finished turned out beautiful and stunning. I love all the changes and direction you took all of them. :)

[@sunmoon1084]

Dang you’re good at sketching lol

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you!!

[@Cati.Colours]

It took me a stupid long time to realize I was looking at your reflection! XD

[@lylahyoung2393]

Hey, don't feel bad about not finishing it. I will watch all the videos it takes lol. Also, I LOVED all these pieces the heart/branch one was my favorite.

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you! That’s reassuring to hear, I felt so bad, haha

[@lylahyoung2393]

@@myriamtillsonI'm so glad you saw my comment and I'm glad that it brought you some positivity:)

[@clo-6756]

Je mets en pause la vidéo pour te dire que j’apprécie le travail que tu as fait sur le tournage et le montage 🙂

[@nemin.n3557]

Thank you for the wideo and amazing haf hour I could spend with you!

[@ullahennig]

Hi, I just want to let you know that I am happy that I discovered your channel on KZbin! I love your subjects and the way you talk about your creative process! I intend to go through your videos, thus spending the time until your next video will be published! (By the way, I am German, but the way you are talking is so easy to understand! Take care!

[@danaefotopoulou6855]

You're doing great I love your work it's four in the morning and you make me want to paint ❤️🎨

[@colanical976]

your videos and art always have a chill , good vibe to them . thank you

[@myriamtillson]

I’m very glad to hear that, I try to make them a little moment of calm :)

[@rgfit1]

intro crack up.. 👏🏼👏🏼

[@FeldiArts]

OMG this intro was just to adorable to not squeel in cuteness ^.^

[@angeliqueroux3017]

This was so refreshing. Thank you ♥️

[@justine.Semidea]

Few comments : - great videos, with great explanation of your work - great paintings, really beautiful with good composition and color

[@wingoflife3140]

This video is so inspiring 😍

[@carinaaugust643]

I love 'Struck'! The composition sort of reminds of 'Christina's World' by Andrew Wyeth.

[@myriamtillson]

I definitely was inspired by it! It's such a stunning piece of work!

[@TinyLyra]

I've been checking your channel waiting for this one!! So excited!! Better go make myself a quick cup of tea and get into it! :)

[@lenx382]

So beautiful and inspiring~ I really appreciate your effort!

[@phiphi585]

Just so you know,you are my inspiration🤩🤩

[@kindbutangry]

Loved the paintings! And your editing skills have really evolved. Pacing in general and with music was very good. :)

[@mickeyzeckendorf3886]

lovin the energy of that intro

[@myriamtillson]

Hehe, thanks :D

[@lawsdraws]

This is sooooo perfect! Now I want to draw spiders! That web is exquisite, Myriam. Bravo!

[@silvanalucas6403]

Your stuff reminds me a lot of genjito's artwork and it's amazing

[@DonnaMakesArt]

Love this new format. It's much more personal

[@jeannerenaud2357]

Very beautifull

[@phuuul7886]

Love your art Myriam; has been an inspiration ever since I´ve followed you on Instagram a year ago. But in addition to that now I also can learn a lot about how to do Vlogs and timelapse. I´ve started doing art videos myself but the room to improve is beyond great. So your videos are also really helpful in that regard too:) If I had to ask a question something: Did you have problems at first in front of a camera and if so what would be your advice as how to overcome that?^^ cause im pretty insecure about my voice and all Anyway, keep it up, I love what you are doing!!

[@moosefishman180]

Amazing as always! I would love to start selling prints etc of my work but can't figure out what printer to buy, any advice from fellow artists here would be amazing!

[@shirleysstudio]

Love you artwork ofcourse! but I also want to point out your natural beauty. It would be amazing to paint a portrait of you. 😊

[@seycamanza2833]

I am teaching myself Premiere Pro. Takes me forever to learn the tiniest thing. Feel like I’m looking at an air traffic controller console. Cheers.!

[@SensoryVibes]

Love the paintings, love the editing, love learning about your creative process... all around classy! By the way, the heart is my fav!! 💞🥰❤️ Come by and say hello if you get a chance, we'd love to share our latest 😊❤️

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you very much!

[@SensoryVibes]

@@myriamtillson My pleasure Myriam, I look forward to more soon :) Hey hopefully we'll see you our way as well! Take care my dear

[@bluewren65]

I'm presuming from the links that you are using the soft body acrylics for these paintings? The cousin of a friend of mine actually died from lightning strike (it's Australia, what can I say? :)).

[@myriamtillson]

Yes, that exact set! ^^ I am very sorry about your friend’s cousin!!

[@spaceskipster4412]

👍🏼 🎨 🇬🇧 😘

[@fionas764]

Does someone know the song at 12:30 ? 🥰

[@carolynn.e2631]

Maybe to take a break/go easy on yourself you could do a supplies haul or an essentials art vid rather than giving yourself pressure to complete large projects in a short timeframe

[@carolinaguerreiro4031]

what kind of paper do you use?

[@myriamtillson]

In this video, a variety of watercolour papers, 300lbs and thicker. The first painting is on Bockingford Hot Press, and the other 3 are on Saunders Waterford and I think.......Arches? I don’t remember, sorry!!

[@mm-ic8vp]

did you study art at university?

[@myriamtillson]

No :) I did some art history mostly in high school but that's pretty much it

[@mm-ic8vp]

@@myriamtillson wow you have amazing art skills you really encouraged me to keep practising on my drawing

[@fuzzydragons]

still very impressive you got done what you did 😀 you are being too hard on yourself about the other painting, not giving sympathy, just being honest 😀