3 Reasons Why It’s So Hard To Start A Creative Business + How To Overcome Them

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[@nicolasb.henry294]

This video is so related to me: During so many years I also try to work as an artist...and failed several time becauseI didn´t put consistency Now I am, working hard on building my carreer. watching tutoriasl about art techniques and art history, improving my craft and creating my own language. It trakes time and it´s difficult but this is really what I want. So yes take your time and remain focus and you will see the benefits faster than you think. This is my case. Thank you for sharing this video

[@olwynnsay237]

Many artists I have watched have found social media very negative and time consuming and so many have quit. The one thing that deflates me the most is AI. It has infiltrated everything. There are people who are making so much money by selling picture books that have been completely illustrated by AI. Your videos are incredibly inspiring and I intend to keep going on.

[@economadic2103]

picture books illustrated by AI?? that sucks :(

[@randomsquirrelarts]

Everything you said in this video, Mimi, is super valuable to me and came right when I needed to refresh my mind on my approach to my little art business. I have trouble with social media and connecting to people and I can't not think that maybe I need to work more on my skills and the message of my art. I know it's just food illustration mostly, and my message might not be quite "in your face", but I feel like being on social media has made me shift my focus in the wrong direction for me. I put so much effort into all that being on social media entails, these platforms have that talent of keeping you busy without accomplishing much, and I forgot to make art that conveys a certain emotion or atmosphere. I am proud of my products and my work, but I feel like I need to make a priority shift. You gave me much to think about and I am grateful for it ^_^

[@merviart]

Very nice advice. It’s easy to get overwhelmed and misdirected, especially when everyone else seems to be doing so much better. Comparison is your enemy and trying to succeed following someone else’s cookie cutter blueprints is a straight way to frustration and failure.

[@sereenaassih1816]

Thanks for championing the slow and steady approach. 🐢

[@artbyinky]

Your videos have been so helpful and inspiring!! Honestly, I love how transparent you are because a lot of art channels can make it seem too perfect and how easy it is to make all this money, but there’s going to be fails, there’s going to be a long journey and a lot of trying along the way. It’s something I have to remind myself as this isn’t something we can’t rush!

[@stempsteradventure9273]

I just came across this video and from the off, thought "oh my goodness, this is so perfect!!" I've set myself an LA 2028 challenge. By the next Olympics, I'm hoping to earn enough money to reduce my days at my job.

[@spellcastart]

Your videos are so inspirational and helpful! Honestly my problem I've been having is consistency due to working a full-time job. After an hour commute (30 minutes there, 30 to 45 minutes back at the end of the 8 hour workday) I'm just so exhausted and worn out it's difficult being consistent with my art and beginning art business.

[@RiseWithRaina]

I have always wanted to make stickers because I personally love them & I would love to be able to make something that brings other people joy the way it does me. But you make a perfect point. It takes time! Thanks for this video! 😊

[@PanzhuLarsen]

Mimi, you have the magic ability of reading minds and posting one of these encouraging videos whenever I feel most discouraged. Thank you so much 💕You were one of the people who inspired me to get started and I love watching you invest in your art day after day 😊

[@francineh.7825]

Oh that's so wonderful you have another Skillshare class!!

[@GalletaCreates]

I needed this video so much to give me a push through some slow months as an illustrator! So thank you 🧡

[@-_-j]

Thanks again Mimi! Not only was I much more focused in how I could provide value than on the feeling I'd like to evoke, but that makes me be more aware of what I feel when I watch other creators' videos. I watch your videos because they make me feel optimistic. Of course, the rational explanation is the value you provide with the tips and financial/life reality, but that would mean nothing if I didn't feel optimistic about my path when watching your videos. So I'll be more intentional the next time I feel like my path is daunting and come back to your videos!

[@colourandthecity]

So inspiring! Thank you for keeping it real.

[@seychb4275]

Thank you Mimimoo, I really needed this☺

[@ChantelleArts]

So many amazing tips, Thank you for sharing ☺☺☺

[@mahathi01]

This is really very helpful as it addresses problems and the solutions

[@ShayMavenArt]

I feel like so much of what you said was what I needed to hear right now. I found this video to be incredibly helpful and I can't wait to watch the Skillshare class!

[@Artful_Creative]

Your videos give a lot confidence and happiness to my day

[@prix3897]

I'm a graphic designer and work 6 days a week only Sundays to do my own art, portrait or color pencil art.. só right now I find it hart to start my own business in art. But your videos always help thanks for sharing ❤

[@jenniferhdz27jh]

My little one is a gifted artist, what is a basic pad you can recommend and program app. To allow her to grow into the more expensive gear ?

[@artseachelsea1251]

👏🏼 love this pep talk and so true when it come to the core reason why creative entrepreneurs have a hard time creating a sustainable business

[@rondyart]

Love your videos! They are so helpful for beginners like me. THANK YOU! hugs🤗 p.s. Can't wait to watch your new skillshare class!

[@seaglassdraws]

This video was so good for me. I'm in year 2 of being a professional artist and I'm still finding it so hard to build an audience. It helped me remember that it's a marathon, not a race. The analogy about a uni course was especially helpful! Would you ever consider a mentorship?

[@KneppwoodatHome]

This definitely came at the right time for me ❤ Thank you so much for your honesty and kindness in sharing 💕

[@youaredoingwell_donotgiveup]

Thank you so much for your videos. They are so helpful and satisfying to watch as well. Keep up the good work!!!

[@jaberjaws00]

Great tips. Creating a community is definitely a great start. My buggest issues is knowing what to put out there

[@xnk_art]

Another inspiring video! Thank you so much! I’m just beginning my art journey and I find your videos so helpful anddd relaxing. And such a cute drawing :)

[@soft_threads]

Thank you so much for sharing this video with us alll I ave just tarted doing digital illustration and im still struggling to sometime find an art that I want to draw

[@estelaagudelo9409]

Hi Mimi. Your videos are really helpful. Could you share which tablet and app are you using to draw? They seems comfortable and practical. Thank you.

[@MimimooIllustration]

Just made a video about my gear week! 😊 kzbin.info/www/bejne/d5XSdYiqhN91fJY

[@jc4196]

I really love your videos. Thank you so much!

[@dokidokibear_]

You read my mind, I was just thinking about this in the shower and now I see this video 😂🙏🏻

[@DamnQuilty]

I'm going to start working towards being an independent artist. I know it's going to take a lot of time, effort and consistency. I know that I will need to network a lot. I need to work more on my content and to get more engagement. I'll take your advice. I need to see what value my work would have for others . I'll work really hard against my own self doubt. I trust that I can do something that others would love. I know that I will not earn much at first. But I'll do my best so I can do this as my job.

[@hannahmoren4161]

I want to learn more about how to find client work! I feel like if you already have strong art skills this would (maybe?) be the fastest way to grow your income

[@hanaaewas6809]

Good morning minion I like what you do all thank you 🙏🏻 very much dear from 🇪🇬 I hope you drew small king tot and his gold king Tot Ank Amon in one of your stories❤

[@ToniWall]

Which iPad are you using to draw with and how much memory does it have? I love your drawing set-up! ❤

[@LifeOfLeshka]

I really like the font you use in your videos. Can you share me what the font is?❤

[@Zoologyo76]

I love your art and voice you motivated me

[@WedgyBlue]

I will do realistic goal. 1. Focus on shorts than the video. I just hit 8.8k views! 2. The video must more than 1 min and less than 3mins is enough. 3. post once a week. I remember posting twice,it hurts my views. Continuing this tactic I reach 500 subs last week. Maybe I can reach 1k subs this year I hope.

[@simplestudios__]

Hi Mimi, thank you for another great video. Would you mind sharing with me what platforms you think are best to start first? I am really struggling with where and how to focus my time. I find it hard to know what is working and what is not! Or is that just the reality of it for the first year or two? Thanks, Sam :-)

[@pakhitua11]

Hi Mimi, I am going to take your course. You really inspire me. I have a question. As an artist I do not have a niche. I camouflage between different types of illustrations: I do children illustrations and fashion and jewelry rendering- I don’t know how to link all these three illustration types. Can you please advice?

[@AnnaKincaid]

mimi I just love your videos! Thank you! 🙂

[@Snehacoloursoft]

What an amazing video....

[@Christina24life]

Looks like you’ve moved. Congratulations on all of your success

[@mariojr.7136]

What device are you using? Very informative video :)

[@ELLACARR-xo9wl]

its not hard to start a creative business. just do it

[@Zoologyo76]

Which softwares you use to edit your videos..... ❤

[@elenatcherkas2650]

Mimi, I absolutely love your art and your creativity. I am wondering if your brushes are available for Clip Studio Painting. I would like to purchase them, but I only use CSP.

[@Tks19962]

Hey Mimi i really love your content and would love to attend your skillshare class but I don't know why my free month is not activating could you please guide me through it

[@MimimooIllustration]

Have you had a free trial before? I think you can only have one free trial per account/email address

[@Tks19962]

@@MimimooIllustration yeah maybe ok no issues thank you ☺️ you’re awesome

[@yupidilicsart]

Oh I came too late 😭

[@zofiajaneczek184]

Here in America you have to work a full-time job and more just to survive! On top of that you get to start from scratch and have to juggle jobs and artwork. There’s a miserly and terrible safety net in the USA to set up any business! America is hostile towards low income and poor people. I love your work and you’re lucky to not be in miserable America. I wished I could just do artwork full time and not deal with crappy jobs added on top. I’m guessing this will be a hobby for now and maybe I’ll get lucky with something, sometime, somewhere?

[@BeTrue05]

Yeah blame America

[@guhitparaluman]

just created my art accounts. thanks for inspiring me since day 1! 😊🫶

[@raz5344]

I want to immigrate AND start an art business this year, it's just too much, wish me luck guys 🫠

[@MimimooIllustration]

What an exciting new chapter!