5 STEPS TO FIGHT PROCRASTINATION 🎨 Studio Sessions Ep. 1

[@hannahsutter3147]

Great tips! Here are some of mine:1. Break up daunting tasks. Instead of writing, "Write history paper" on your to do list, write down smaller steps like "do research," "write outline," and "write page one."2. Have an easier, more fun task planned after a big daunting one.3. If possible, exercise every morning for at least ten minutes. You will have more energy all day.4. Take care of yourself. Shower, brush your hair, and wear clothes you feel good in. If you dress like a slob, you will feel like a slob, and you probably won't be as energetic or get as much done.5. Make your workspace clean! You will feel better about yourself and be less distracted.

[@CottonCandySharks]

Hannah Sutter These are really good tips! Some I've been doing, but others I can really see the benefit of! I'll try them :)

[@raventrunite6459]

nice one's man. here are a couple more: rather than making a to-do list, make more of a game plan. so if you have 5 hours to do a bunch of things, write them out in the order you want to complete them. also include breaks for cooking, eating, relaxing etc. a cool program to literally remove distractions is cold turkey, it places a lock on websites of your choice for your specified amount of time

[@ElysiaLloydJonesArt]

Ironic cause I'm procrastinating by watching this video instead of finishing my essay hahah

[@lilydonnelly8520]

Elysia Jones omfg same!

[@elisamariegl]

Elysia Jones same! math exam tomorrow :D

[@uriyechanie]

same hahaha

[@zokkyzokky662]

Elysia Jones saaaame!

[@erinlitterick4649]

At least I'm not the only one!

[@guada1830]

Hey Happy! I was just procrastinating doing my art homework because I can't find nor motivation nor inspiration to do it! I really don't know what to do because I don't want to fail but I just don't like doing what my teachers ask me... thank you for the video!

[@ohheydevin1992]

I love how you painted the moths in this painting! They're so beautiful, making them look glowing and slightly translucent is difficult but you killed it! Beautiful work as always!

[@HusamEzzi]

*I have a suggestion* Because I'm a perfectionist, I got to a point where I couldn't enjoy drawing anymore because of my critics, and in my mind if I could solve this problem, I will enjoy drawing again, so talk about this in an episode and like how to overcome it and enjoy drawing, how to enjoy drawing, what else can stand in your way to enjoy drawing, you know, things like these.

[@skellexis404]

Husam Ezzi I have a similar problem. I would benefit greatly from a video on that topic.

[@citroken]

This isn't a long term suggestion but maybe if you drew stuff and didn't show anyone, just for fun for yourselves sometimes that could help you get back into it and from there slowly start exposing your work to supportive people you trust until you're comfortable to keep moving it up and show others? :)

[@HusamEzzi]

Well, That's what I try to do these days but it's still hard cause my self critics just can't stop annoying me.

[@valedro]

This is a big issue. I would also like a video on this topic. :) My tips are: 1. Figure out where the critique is coming from. Think back to your childhood. The roots of your perfectionism are there. 2. Recognize that perfection doesn't exist. 3. Draw something that you don't have a perfect idea about in your head, such as abstract blocks, swirls or lines. Think of it as art therapy, not making art. 4. Tackle your fears of failure and rejection by journaling and talking about them to a psychologist. 5. Seek inspiration from other artists but avoid comparing your work to others' work. 6. Be patient and forgiving with yourself if your recovery takes a while. Relish in the process of it. :)

[@mariamar473]

this happens to everyone but from other people's critics... fighting with your own critics must be hard but the way i think about it is this: "In your imaginary world where this lady(if u r into portraits) exists has the exact same face..and everything is correct...." nobody can say u did something wrong as this can actually exist in an imaginary world... it might sound complicated... but that's my point of view :) (btw i make portraits but even when i use reference photos i never use an eraser :D )

[@CelyneSCI]

During the past few days, my #1 go to to stop procrastination was to start drawing while listening/watching to your "30 Days of Art" series. Now, continuing with "Studio Sessions." Thank you so much for being inspiring! I'm glad to have found your channel :)

[@joschmidt8422]

I seriously enjoy the changing screensaver behind the painting, it keeps the video active and lively. And of course love the artwork and everything else. Love your videos Happy!

[@AmritaDas]

Very beautiful artwork 💖💕

[@zulccm]

this piece is breathtaking JESUS CHRIST!!!!!!!!!!! i love your work so much, both paintings itself and videos

[@HappyDArtist]

You're very welcome :D

[@musicinthematrix]

Something that I do is allow myself to take little breaks during the day. Five, ten, fifteen minutes. I just go to my bed, watch something on youtube or better, just listen to a song, that's it. Doing that, I refresh my mind and I'm able to continue my work (I do watercolor paintings) and that way I feel less in a temptation to use my phone or distract myself leading to procrastination. Happy I'll do a watercolor painting of you this week, I am dedicating a time of my month to paint people that inspired me. I will hashtag you on instagram, hope you like ^^

[@creativename3256]

Another tip when writing a to do-lists, is to write down ways to accomplish your goals instead of just the goal by itself. For instance, instead of writing finish the project or get an A on the next test, you can write spend two hours working on the project or reading to the test. That way it is easier to accomplish and you won't let yourself down by having misjudged how long time it will take. I hope this was helpful and my English was understandable. ^^

[@jillh8602]

I think that it helps to do hard stuff first thing in the morning too. I usually do most of my household stuff before 10am so that I can do bits of art related stuff between feeding my boys, play time, and bath time, etc. it helps a lot to have the feeling of free time. but being a mother of two boys doesn't leave much time for details these days I've been mostly just practicing new things while my boys sleep/nap together.

[@vinvinsubs]

Your videos has really inspired me. I almost quit art but thanks to your videos i have started my journey😊😊😊

[@samanthacaine8303]

can u have a tutorial on how to paint skin tones pleaasee??? thank you

[@VerityDemortem]

Pop Painting by Camilla D'Errico has a really good section on that. It's honestly just an all-around good book for getting into painting.

[@noodgenoodgerson2660]

So serene, a work that would change an entire room... I love your work and am absorbing your wisdom and advice - thanks for being on YT!

[@markuskopia6499]

Dear Happy D. Artist ;-; Have u ever spilled coffee over ur painting or sketches?

[@ziesel2635]

That reminds me of a youtuber called seiji ;-;

[@lauren5738]

Rosana haha omg

[@Yababaneta]

I like to plan out my week and devote at least an hour a day to being creative. I also reward myself for doing the more daunting tasks by giving myself a change to craft or paint. Sometimes I'll even give myself a little treat for accomplishing something I don't necessarily like to do, like hand washing dishes I'll eat a little chocolate or get myself a new paintbrush. 😊

[@44hopeful]

It is so wonderful to watch you paint and listen to things that help me. Thank you so much for doing this. Your painting is so beautiful!

[@jnwilson618]

This one has to be among my fav pieces created by you. The colors, the mood, just effortless. Also a bonus with the subject for the voiceover :)

[@GenreChowderStudios]

I have a suggestion for how to write your art schedules: break down each step of your project and be VERY specific about each task. For instance, if you have a piece of art that's going to take you about five days to a week, don't just write "Do XYZ" for every day of the week. Write something like this: Thumbnail XYZ Pencil XYZ Ink XYZ Flat XYZ Shade/Highlight XYZ Write Description for XYZ By doing this, you know exactly what you're supposed to be doing every day, what you've already done, and what you still have left. Once you get used to that, you can really get a feel for how long the steps are going to take. You can begin to plan extra time when you feel like a certain step might be particularly challenging or time-consuming by adding multiple instances of a step (Flat XYZ 1/3). You can even use it to gauge when you can get ahead of schedule. Usually, I add "Finish(?) XYZ" to the end of each project cycle to set aside some time to add finishing touches or to catch up on work I may not have been able to do earlier. However, I will that your steps should preferably be as small and simple as possible. Why? So when you fall behind (everybody does, don't sweat it too hard), it's very easy to visualize what you have to do and then play catch-up. On the flip side, it helps you, as I mentioned earlier, get ahead but also stay ahead. It's much easier to move forward via clear increments than by some unknown amount. One of the best aspects of this method is that even if you don't perform each task every day, you have set yourself a deadline, so, at the end of each project cycle, you know that your piece, at the very latest, has to be done by such-and-such a day. Planning each step out in this manner is simply a time-efficient plan of getting it done by that allotted time. I've been using this system for a long time now. Seeing every part of the process makes it seem not as daunting, and it makes it easier to stay on track and stay productive. Hope that helps somebody~

[@HappyDArtist]

Great tip! I use this a lot as well... It works :D

[@leolovesdrama5300]

I love this new series of yours too. i love to see you paint. it really has a calming effect for me after a long tiring day and of course helping me to get better in my own painting. thank you, Happy 😍

[@christianaodum6408]

So SO gorgeous!! This is one of my favorite pieces. I'm really loving this whole art series would been working on. ❤️❤️❤️

[@tlxsjx]

I'm so glad you're producing so many pieces omg, thank you for everything you do T.T

[@CottonCandySharks]

This tips were all spot on!!! Beautiful piece; the care and love you put into the painting is really palpable :) Thanks so much Happy!!!

[@PampdArt]

I actually started waking up 2 hours before my classes start, just so I can work on things that I want to do like gesture drawing and exercise because like you said, by the time I come home from uni I'm too tired to do anything else. But I have found enough motivation to go on an hourwalk with my flatmate. Thank you for these tips, I'm glad I'm already doing a couple of these and thanks to your boyfriend for that helpful tip too! :D

[@zeldabaiano5418]

I've watched all of your videos in this series that have been published and this artwork is probably my favourite so far!

[@beautybabebritt]

Oh My gosh I was just looking for something to watch and im like when is happy gonna post she is who i want to watch. and then you posted!! yay!!

[@bhorsehappy]

Another beautiful painting and inspiring video! Also, your signature is so cute and clever.

[@non-pe8xn]

my tips for getting work done: - set a set time for certain piece of work for example like I will set 1 hour for this math paper and I will have to finish it within one hour or else it will eat into my free time etc - also I like writing lists but counter intuitively I don't write down the small things because then I won't get the major parts done and then only do the easier (in comparison) tasks :)

[@Dani-mx9jg]

I would be sooo interested in seeing, like, a mixed-media piece by you; like a collage with oil paint or something. Is that something you would consider? XO

[@SavaSosa]

This is a good title for this series! I'm glad you found one haha. Procrastination tips could not have come at a better time lol.

[@francii7673]

I really love your works and I admire you so much. I follow your channel from about two months, I've watched all your videos and I love the 30 days of art serie. You love your work so much and it's just so beautiful, I think you deserve a lot of success! I'm only fifteen, I'm italian and I really love art. I like to draw and paint and play with the colors, I'm self taught and I'm trying to learn more about what I like to do. Your videos, in their semplicity, help me a lot. I just want to say thank you, you're so nice~~

[@Astharia]

I recently heared it's a good idea to have two user accounts on your computer; one for leasure time and one for work stuff, where all the distracting things are blocked. that might be quite helpful actually.

[@MariaRevArt]

blossomkitty That's interesting and great advice. I should think about that. Hmm.

[@minecraftlover3366]

Ahhhh this piece is so gorgeous!!! I'm obsessed😍

[@katedamonkey]

Be mindful of how the things on the list make you feel, if one makes you anxious and feel bad, put it at the bottom. This doesn't mean avoid it, it just makes it easier to look at the list in general.

[@SweetPigment]

I totally agree with the first tip! It's so effective! I loved the video! Thank you :)

[@kimolyslager]

Yaaay this has me so excited! I feel like I've never been this early but it really makes my day as I've been staying home ill and being so bored.. Which is also one of my biggest problems. Having a bad health and not being able to create when I don't feel well.. :( But your video's are really inspirational and they really help me.

[@LindsayRapp]

This is so amazingly inspiring!!! You inspire me soooo so much, along with so many others

[@jodyangel]

This was very helpful and inspiring. I feel more encouraged and energized to work on my art and comics. Thank you.

[@ginasartcorner5686]

Amazing video and painting as always. Great tipps! I adore your drawing so much that I even tried out the style where you draw on tanned paper, because I´ve got a sketchbook with paper like that

[@citroken]

Man I'm so bad with procrastinating I'll find staring at the wall or doodling on math homework more entertaining than my phone 😂 Or I'll spend like 50% of my time making my to do list perfect and adding a bunch to it. My tip though would be to put on music that makes you feel pumped and happy. Of course sometimes this doesn't work depending on what you do. I usually prefer classical music in the background while I do homework so I can't get distracted by singing the lyrics (humming requires less focus for me than getting the lyrics perfectly) and I like to put on dancing music for chores that are otherwise boring. I find this just makes things a lot more fun. Other than that a lot of other people mentioned good things like keeping your work space clean and stuff which is harder for me cause I live in a mess 24/7 but on rare days when my room is clean it does feel a lot more productive and relieving to have a clean workspace.

[@jojo1059]

this is so beautiful Happy!! The more effort and time showed through in this painting (:

[@andreeascutelnicu3146]

I have just ordered it. It is gorgeous, it's the first piece of art that I buy.. I am very happy to support your amazing work, I wish I could afford doing more. ^_^

[@HappyDArtist]

Aww thank you so much dear! I can't wait for you to receive her :D

[@Iriien]

Funny how I love working in the evening/nicht, because I am kind of more at peace in the evening and I don't let myself get distracted as much. I just love working at night, when everyone sleeps and no one textx or calles me or wants anything else and when it would be really strange to do chores and stuff, because it might wake someone xD I love doing the chores after getting up though, just getting them out of the way^^

[@MariaRevArt]

Iriien I also find myself settling down to work on my art, more at night.

[@jalayneatkins8565]

You amaze me Dear! Your personality is as beautiful and delicate and inspiring as your art. In a word... you are Lovely. I am enchanted by these sweet ladies you draw and paint. The exquisite detailing, the colours, the creamy blending of your work, your precision and quite frankly the perfection of every piece you do astounds me. And add to it your work ethic, organization, desire to learn more and always being in a state of openness to improving yourself are rare and impressive qualities. I've never met you but I have to tell you how proud I am of you! You must bring your parents great joy! Very sincerely, Jalayne

[@HoneyNutCheerios31]

Love your work and your discussions!! I'd be interested to know what type of framing you do for your art when they are displayed in studios. :)

[@forever1803]

I have always noticed that face of your art pieces looks somewhat like you. They have same facial features.🌼🌼🌼 Never the Less, Your art is absolutely amazing. I just started my career as an Architect and also I am presently learning human anatomy so that I can do art from my imagination. Thank you for this channel because your art and vlogs inspire me a lot. As a matter of fact, one of your videos inspired me to learn human anatomy. Its a long way but I will not stop practicing.

[@zarzi1157]

Damn, this painting is stunning! Looks like I'm gonna have to rustle up the money for a print, haha! ;) xx

[@majaholmberg274]

This was really helpful for me because I have a huge problem with this. Thanks!😘

[@dizzy7413]

ahh this was super helpful!!! i have a load of art trades to do and i feel really bad for not doing them, thank you so much !!

[@Nikko_mon]

Yay! new vidio! love this one it's a good topic to have coverd. keep up the amazing work!!!!😘💖

[@romyec]

You have amazing skills and talent. Her skin looks sooo real but dreamy. I suddenly think of moisturizer and hand cream watching you painting her gorgeous skin. hah

[@SanneFineArt]

I think so far this is my favorite piece of yours!

[@lottatheotter5536]

Amazing painting, useful tipps, beautiful voice :D you really inspire me, thank you

[@daringsoul7]

I used my bullet journal that system is just amazing super efficient

[@shinakoii4320]

I love how the colors blend together oAo ❤

[@samelabalazi]

how i fight procrsatination? i just watch ur videos seeing u put paint in a canvanc makes me want to draw something thank u happy💕

[@princesspeach6990]

this painting is breathtakingly beautiful !

[@valaethartist]

ugh such a beautiful painting! 😍😍😍

[@maryvincepitman5881]

Beautiful !!!!!!!!!!!! I loved this. So captivating. !!!

[@MayLina]

Want to tell about my tip too. People are usualy procrastinate while they should do that type of things, that they don't want to do. But I am the QUEEN OF PROCRASTINATION, I always procrastinate, even when I should do the work, which I love too much. And that times my tip is to think like: "This is the work, that you love to do, it gives you a lot of pleasure, you do your work very good and is you can do this much better, if you will work right now. You are great in work you love and you should show it to the world." It brings me out of the bed in one monent! If there something of you, who feel the same sometimes, don't worry, you are not alone! Try this method and I hope, it will help you

[@MariaRevArt]

May Lina Some people procrastinate out of fear. I know I do.

[@erramoua2859]

Yay a new video ! Beautiful piece 😍❤️❤️👏🏼👏🏼

[@DjukiArt]

Thank you for this great tips

[@goldfish1871]

*OMGOSH THIS IS YOUR 99TH VIDEO?!????* any special plans for your 100th?

[@HappyDArtist]

Wow I can't believe I'm at 100 videos! No clue what I should do lol

[@BurningHellz]

Thanks for all of your inspirational videos!

[@strideofamind]

absolutely love your tips and art work!!! your video's motivate to create art and I sincerely thank you for all the effort you put in to make your videos for us ^_^

[@jimmyjimenezlopez4543]

Hi, you inspire me so much, thanks for all the great tips :)

[@desperatedoodling6590]

Hey Happy, can you do a Q&A? I have a couple questions... 1. What do you want your subs to call u?? Happy? Do you have a different nickname? Is that your name? 2. Did you ever have a long period of time where you stopped drawing? 3. Have you always been doing mostly oil painting? 4. Can/have you done a digital art piece?

[@magdalena7420]

Artistic Catz I will answer some question, hope you don't me. So 1. I hope we never get a Fan-Name, I just think that makes everything so childish. "Happy" is her american name, she has another chinese name. 2. I don't know, but I guess every one has experienced that^^ 3. As far as I know, she started with watercolor and then mostly Oilpaints and sometimes drawing and illustration. 4. I don't know if I am right, but I think she showed older pieces in her vlogs :) I whish you have a wonderful day :)

[@desperatedoodling6590]

Thank u ^-^

[@doberago7951]

Thanks for putting this out. Plus this piece is 👍👍

[@allaboutrandoms429]

I needed this. Thank you!

[@taylanscott7780]

what happens if you procrastinate instead of writing your to-do list?

[@olusiacesarz]

why all of the moths you paint in your paintings always have similar or the same color scheme ?? I love your art 😍😍😍

[@inactiveandsavedforarchive9312]

wow your style is so nice! I'm mainly doing cartooning. I love cartoons and want to use my love for cartoons to make money, so I can fulfill my father's dream. My style is close to anime, but not really. I'm scared that people won't like it, but as an artist you must take criticism no matter how your feelings are. My mother wants me to go to art college, but I feel it's not for me and it's not even an option I have to go. Well congrats on your challenge and I hope you get 500k.

[@26cheesecake26]

hey everyone, i've noticed in the comments section that a lot of you are currently struggling with self-control. guess what? there's an app for that. the one i recommend for mac users is literally called "self control," but you can also just google "site blockers" and one will come up for whatever program you use. it's quick and easy, so if you catch yourself spiraling out of control, you can block anything on your "blacklist" for a period of your choosing up to 24 hours. just a fun tip i've found to be extremely helpful! (:

[@alsiart2220]

Thanks for the tips, I really need to work on it. Btw, I love your videos. :)

[@st.carnard]

Hey! I've been watching and admiring your channel for a p long time now, and I wanted to suggest a few things that could take your art a small step further (this isn't hate, or me trying to change your art style- I freaking LOVE everything you do! You have such a unique art style and your paintings always portray incredible emotions): -try experimenting with lighting! You generally tend to use natural lighting which is 100% fine, but I think you could be able to create even MORE emotion and thought through a piece with different types of lighting- for example, sunlight through trees, fire light flickering beside someone, the light coming from behind and creating a thin outline, or an unnatural light (like a room light) and how it borders the face/certain areas of the face. -Practice with different kinds of animals! I know how much you LOVE lunar moths and I can see that, they're gorgeous! But I think you use them in almost every painting? (I'm not quite sure, and I'm not judging for that, I think it's rlly cool!). It just kinda sets the same emotion in a piece. Try experimenting with different butterflies, moths, flowers and animals! I think it could help a lot! Obviously, you don't have to do these things, and I'm not going to force you! I just think these could help with expressing the feeling that you want the art to portray (again, you do this excellently already)!

[@Jprincessss]

This is ironic because I was going to ask you about procrastination.Good painting by the way!

[@aleksandramyrcha6084]

watching this while procrastinating......

[@jayadoley9307]

Beautiful and so inspiring ❤️

[@mariamar473]

this piece is astonishing!

[@Salam.2000-]

You're always slaying me with your videos.😏

[@avawilliams4979]

Happy, if you could make a tutorial on how to draw hands that would help me out so much. I got an idea for something I want to draw, but it involves drawing a lot of hands and arms. At the moment, every hand I draw looks like the fingers are sausages and the rest of the hand is a potato. Any advice or tips or methods to use regarding drawing hands would help loads. :)

[@MariaRevArt]

Ava Williams Look up How to Draw the Head and Hands by Andrew Loomis. You should be able to find a free PDF version to download.

[@thelazydoodler9574]

Wow, this video is very helpful!! I can't wait to look at more of your videos!! :)

[@thelazydoodler9574]

Also, thank you so much!!!!! :)

[@zubairhu8994]

Its was amazing so amazing yar its nice u r such a great person uffff ur painting i love it thanks alot for this painting 😘😍

[@Tran809]

I'm procrastinating on my art project right now =.= really need to get working on it or I'll have to stay all night to finish it..

[@ishandraws8884]

[@장미-f4h]

i badly need this video

[@MEdge-sx9zv]

Heya Happi! I apologize if youve covered this topic (I've just found your pages and videos), but how does an artist produce work, videos, reply to viewers, etc... daily, and eat, sleep, do laundry etc...and still have time for a social life? You mention being in a relationship and hiding the cell fone in this video, which prompted me to ask. I'm learning to be consistent in my work ethic as well, but it seems (for me at least) its either produce consistent art or have a social life. Sorry for the long comment, but thank you for posting your videos! Im learning a lot from you and your artwork iz truly beyoutiful! #bless

[@g.g.s.canvas8543]

Hello Happy D, I love watching your paintings super inspirational, can I ask what camera do you use to film?

[@otakufreak_here8756]

happy Monday? happy? *happy*??? I HAD 2 TEST TODAY AND I ALSO HAVE ONE DAY TO STUDY FOR ANOTHER TEST!!! ok I'm calm now

[@iMeganeSara]

You are my inspiration!

[@thalia4519]

Hi I have a small question about what relaxing music do you usually listen to when you paint?

[@Seyoud]

So beautiful!

[@via2592]

I literally clicked on youtube to procrastinate, two seconds later this notification pops up

[@melhaniexoxo5650]

I love you, this video made my day !!

[@chad7701]

I hope you don't take this as me hating your style, I love it and love the idea of Luna moths, but have you heard of the moon butterfly? It sounds really familiar is black with bright blue spots that makes it glow, again I'm not hating on your art or style, just wanted to tell about the moon butterfly :)

[@Mcshanda]

Thank you that did help.

[@volcanotown8424]

This oddly reminds me of froot from Marina and the diamonds....anyways I love this so much!!!

[@z2809]

you really inspire me cx

[@mellylou2838]

Love your work! But what were you spraying on your paints?