My Creative Journey / Making Living From Art

[@ItDoBeJena]

Technology kills motivation. I have so many things I want to do, and I always end up on the couch with a bowl of popcorn. I know I should be practicing violin, or researching life paths I want to explore, but I get sucked in to the black mirrors. Watching your videos reminds me that I have dreams I need to chase, and that now is the time to chase them.

[@AnnieTarasova1]

Make a to-do list every day and when you have a break in between, set a timer for 30-40 minutes and as soon as it goes off jump on your next task! and tick off your list as you go.That really helps me :)

[@maritrolljenta]

When you start using less of your time looking at a screen you will get used to it and after some time you no longer want it that much. But in the beginning you will need a lot of self discipline because we are literally addicted to our screens.

[@Rockking1111]

Hahahaha I hear yah. Netflix and you tube are sooo addictive. When you get that on the spur motivation. Do it right there and then, how ever silly it mite seem at the time👍🏽👍🏽

[@jenamckenzie433]

@@AnnieTarasova1 (This is me commenting from my account I actually upload on) Definitely trying this! I've heard timers work wonders for others as well.

[@123Alboe]

Honestly its been consuming me too but i just saw a video (aha) where u go on a dopamime detox for a day and i never thought doing it this way ! Ive been the biggest procrastinator cuz of this but there is so much i know intuitively to do!

[@arindasleeze]

✨ you’re literally a human flower ✨

[@boopboopdeeboop]

when i was a child, i was sooo into art and then when computers rolled around, i started designing websites for fun on like expages and angelfire. now i’m a graphic designer. my inner child knew all along 💕

[@jesslynn5921]

I really don’t remember anything about being a child besides feeling carefree and having no worries. and I wish to be like my child self again.

[@plantifulalexandra]

Same

[@kimwicks5540]

@ThisNerd Talks omg I feel you. I can say art is my life, but at the end of high school last year I decided to study physics. Now I really really love physics, but with so many things to do bc of uni now I fell I'm being pulled away from my true life goals (art and writing). And that's really breaking me

[@DavidGarcia-wr6ge]

@@kimwicks5540 Do Physics and do art in the side. If one day you succeed in arts then good you leave physics in the back and focus on art. Believe me get that fall back on, or else you be doomed like me

[@monique3984]

annie you inspire me so much, i started painting bc of you

[@haleymortenson]

I bought your diary and can not wait to start using it and buy a few more to gift to my dearest friends. You're such a beautiful, inspirational person. I found your channel after I graduated college and had 4 months off before starting work as a nurse. Watching your videos inspired me so incredibly much, I used all of that time to endlessly indulge in my hobbies- reading, painting, drawing, photography, exploring, etc. Those months shaped me and I have never been happier. Thank you for being you!

[@RuslanaRose]

This video was very inspiring for me, and i'm happy to see how you glow when you talk about your passion ❤

[@savannahangela8855]

such an inspiring story! I resonated so much. When I was a kid I completely lived in my own fairytale and all I wanted to do was dress like a fairy, ride horses and draw, and I was 18 and started traveling on my own I remember feeling exactly the same way and it's so important to follow these feelings. Life really is whatever you make it and there are so many inspiring people using social media to create and connect.

[@cddeujlogssnl8811]

wow this video came through as a divine message to me, just clicked it ~randomly~ and was jaw dropping the whole time. i just quit studying naturopathy at uni because i was struggling to stay focussed and realised i felt deeply creatively stifled. i have gone back to creating art every day without really knowing where its taking me because its what i always go back to (when i was a kid being an artist was the only thing i ever said i wanted to do when i 'grew up')... so many things about our stories are parallel, im taking it all as an affirmation !! thank you (:

[@facepaintbyabigail3704]

Absolutely love the positive energy you are radiating. Keep up the great work and congrats on the book! 💜

[@KristenMcNamara]

Thank you for being so real. Super inspiring 🌟

[@smilewithmel]

Your channel is so beautiful and inspiring!

[@AnnieTarasova1]

Thank you so much!

[@mollyknight1342]

Thank you so much Annie. I have wanted to open my own Etsy shop for so long now but I just haven’t had enough courage! This has helped me so much ✨

[@teresemaple4134]

Our life path, it's so interesting to discover it! Choosing to see struggles in a positive light, realising that things aren't good or bad, but they are one and it all depends on how we interpret it. I've learnt a lot about myself by looking at my past and making peace with it! Annie, you are such an inspiration to keep on living a conscious life and to live with passion, much love!!

[@wiikula]

Annie, you are my true inspiration! When I don't feel motivated​ to create art I watch your videos and it really helps me ❤️

[@daniellealexander5890]

Annie, Annie, Annie. You are so radiant. It’s been so lovely watching you grow over the last 3-4 years and I’m so proud of you. 🌞🌻

[@MariJadeWrites]

Your art is so inspirational to me, I keep coming back to your KZbin channel, website and Instagram account 🥰😍 thanks for sharing your story and it motivates and inspires me to keep trying. I have now published 5 coloring books so far and am working on another one, alongside a standalone novel project in editing stages now 😊

[@Whomst-f8g]

Annie, I am watching this video about you talking about your art and wanting to develop it while literally looking at one of your posters I have hanging in my room. You’re an inspiration.

[@dreamerwithpearls]

I absolutely enjoyed this video!❤ Annie, thank You for sharing your experience and thoughts. I gained lots of inspiration and encouragement. Thank You🌺🌺🌺💖💖💖

[@kawaiiplush14]

Girl you have no idea like i relate to you on a spiritual level! Seriously! Like ever since i remember ive been running around observing and creating, making little crafts and the biggest joy I got was when someone else cherished something I made. I dreamed of having this little place to create, where people could come and see my creations and perhaps get them a new home. As ive grown , ive always kept touch with my creative energy, but self growth and healing has become a big part of my life. As I come into my last years of high school, Ive been thinking hard wether art school is really for me, If its the kind of environment in which ll thrive. I mean I love art its what Ive being doing all my life, but on these last couple of years, Ive come into a different path of self realization , where I also want to heal, love and live . if only there was a way I could put both my passions together art and healing...I always thought. I don't know exactly how, and i trust my intuition will guide me through these clouds of fear and doubt that pass through sometimes, regardless thank you so much for making this video... I feel inspired to start creating without expectation and just see what happens. To start making visions into reality.

[@Veronicapoet]

Wow! That was so inspirational! Love this video, Annie. I like it when you say that you could put two things you love together: healing and your art.

[@RosieN]

Wow, this video was both comprehensive and insightful. You truly care about your viewers to share such valuable information. You're simply divine!

[@letmetryit]

Annie! You inspire me a lot, thanks for creating and inspiring a lot of people.

[@shantilevina]

Thank you so much for this video, Annie! This was so inspirational and motivational which I really needed right now! Sending you lots of love!

[@MariJadeWrites]

Thanks for sharing your journey! I am working hard to make a living from my art eventually too with my KZbin channel and coloring book release :) it's really slow but it's growing and I am hoping it'll grow even more with effort and time I put into it :)

[@heyloveistheweapon]

i'm so happy you're enjoying your life path, I wish I could find mine tho, I feel like life is passing by and i'm just feeling empty with zero motivation. i've been searching and searching and searching and nothing seems "right" can you give some tips for the ones that are currently struggling? :( also, I know we portrait our "best self" in social media but, do you ever deal with anxiety or any kind of negative emotion? ((i'm pretty sure you do because you're human)) but how do you manage them? how do you stay so balanced? your life seems to be so happy & peaceful 😌 ps: thanks for blessing the world with your art 💕

[@plantifulalexandra]

I feel you.. I'm 30 and still feel lost.

[@Trevorj333]

Your work, your message, and the air about you is an inspiration. Best of luck to you on your journey.

[@liveyourbest]

I’ve thought about making art for a living in the past but my parents are strong opposers of it because I’ll “be poor”. This is amazing for us to see that you can be perfectly happy and successful doing what you love💛

[@crazylife6966]

Best stress buster video 😍 thank you

[@everxpanding6639]

Wow, thank you so much for posting and allowing love and creative spirit to flow through you!

[@joghaella9500]

That song in the beginning... I remember it from your painting video. And it stuck with me. Every single time I hear it, my mind calms down, I become connected to the soul, and I am in bliss. I think... that you gave meaning to it when you paired it with your video. It... is magical.

[@HolidaysCelebrations]

Sweet Annie I love your videos and how you celebrate life. I agree with you.... technology can take the place of creativity in many cases. Ohhhh I love your Unicorn Valley. I can see it in my mind. I tooo studied art, studied horticulture, studied herbs and healing. I think that's why I'm connecting with your videos. Love your Etsy shop too. Keep Celebrating life like you do. :)

[@leodalionful]

I wanna cry from happiness, watching you!

[@daisychains512]

I love your travel videos! they always give me the most adventurous urges to get out and see the world. I've always wanted to go to Peru and am curious as to if you are going to post a video from your trip there?

[@miriampoulsen3605]

Wow my story is sooo similar to yours! I was also writing and drawing all the time as a child (still do hehe). I was convinced that i would make my kindergarden fly if I made paperplains for all the other kids, so i sat a whole day and made paperplains out of all the papers they had hahah😅

[@plantyeddie]

You are such a beautiful inspiration.

[@sameoldlove55]

Annie how do you stay sane and mentally healthy with social media? and how do you never become the slave of the number of followers or wanting more and more etc. Because you seem so happy for a very long time and don't get effected despite you are using social media and KZbin to grow your business:) Is it because you only care about your art and your happiness? ❤️

[@AnnieTarasova1]

Thats such a good question! I think its because I don't prioritise social media, I have too many other things to think about rather than that, like doing what I love - painting and creating and mailing orders around the world. I learned to view social media as a way to inspire and spread the message about my art! I don't go on it much except to upload, and I use it to follow other artists and to inspire myself through them instead of comparing :) x

[@sameoldlove55]

Annie Tarasova Thank you for your reply and advice! You really help me a lot! And actually today someone in my family shamed me on my vision of my life and the fact that I've already dropped out of university, i fight back for standing up for myself but no one listened to me because I am not even "successful" yet... Even though I still have faith in myself, but, you know~ I was still hurt, no matter how tough I seem. Thanks to your words at least I feel better after reading them:) And thank you for existing because you really make me think back to what make me happy in the first place ❤️

[@miri29]

PLEASE make a video about you&your boyfriend, your thoughts about finding love..real love. That love that changes your life. Thank you so much Annie

[@gethighmylove-3361]

You are literally THE PRETTY SUN i need🌞 stay who you are because you are exceptional

[@sydneyherman9227]

Annie, I am truly inspired by you, your journey, and your work and I'm reminded of that every time I watch one of your videos or see one of your instagram posts!! I'm wondering -- were you at university when you learned so much about chakras & doshas & energy, or did you learn about them during your childhood?

[@veronikabrenova5216]

I clicked on this video so quickly when I saw it! Ordered your journal like two week ago so it should be in the mail any day now. Cannot wait ❤️❤️❤️

[@alexlong9749]

I just bought your art for christmas and I'm sooo exited 😭 You inspire me so much 🌷⭐

[@KaiEVette]

I really needed to hear this! Thank you so much for being such a beautiful soul and for sharing your thoughts and for creating! Thank you for giving me the courage I need to start doing art more and not being afraid because sometimes I stop myself from doing what I love because I feel like other people might not like it. I’m always at work thinking of what I can draw/paint next. And I’m not the best drawer or painter but I do know my hands know how to create pieces that speak me and hopefully to other people. Thank you for being you and staying true to you! 🌻✨🤟🏾

[@iloniaaina]

Oh my gooood... it’s you Dreamy Moon! I didn’t know that, I’m a huge faaaaaan

[@mariemueller7552]

Hi Annie, I love you so much!I can really relate to what you were talking about in regards to mixing passion for the arts with university. I just finished a Bachelor in Violin Performance and I have never felt so lost along the way, especially towards the end. It can be extremely frustrating and challenging to follow ones's passion when having to perform in a highly competitive and demanding environment. Your videos made me feel ok again x

[@angiegould4819]

Wow this video was so inspiring for me I'm trying to get back into art I quit my job as a dental assistant and have been quite lost great to see you fulfilling your dreams

[@sashalopez3428]

Hey mama so just wondering the book is out of stock, are you planning to release more? because I was dying to have this book and start a new year. Please let me know :)

[@leahtheinappropriateplanne5858]

Is there anyway to just buy the diary? I don't want the E-book but I did just buy a 2019 Moon Planner but I love this!! I just have no need for the E-book.

[@sugarpill1990]

can you go into detail about packaging, how you transfer ur art into digital art, all the ins and outs of selling and packaging and all that stuff?

[@YunaOo]

The best thing about your diary is that it starts on monday 31.12.18 which means i can use it already this year 😍 thank you so much btw it arrived in one piece in germany 😘

[@carolg.8983]

You’re so underrated, love your channel!

[@0100-w1s]

You are great. You deserve more subscriberssss

[@aparnavijayan2739]

True

[@EmiliaEhrencrona]

Omg. LOVELOVELOVE your intro! Good work😍😍

[@pagesbynika7627]

This was inspiring!! I have a stupid question but I'm 22 just graduated from college and wanting to get back into my creativity , I'm bursting with ideas!!! is it too late to start? Am I too old? Sometimes these thoughts creep upon me

[@Bintaisha789]

IAMNIKA you are NEVER to old to follow what makes you happy

[@kellya787]

Who or what company did you go through to print and bind your books so professionally?

[@jennyzavala2803]

How I can find my inner peace I love to watch your videos I wish I can feel that joy you have God bless you

[@user-mo4ms7je8k]

I just found your channel, and I really like your aesthetic. I found you by wanting to figure out crystal energy. I also have a question what does crystals, moon cycles, zodiacs, and ect. fall into the category of?

[@katerinasidlova8647]

Your channel is amazing, you are amazing

[@tinica.dreamscapes]

opened up my shop🙌🏾 This is amazing advice, thank you so much for sharing 💛

[@Rachel-qj7zr]

When I was a little kid I used to collect sticks .... can you make a living out of that? 😂

[@sophiaconti1672]

I was just talking to someone recently who makes mobiles (like the things that hang above a babies crib!) Out of sticks and seashells and rocks from the beach, sold them at a market and made $1,500 in one weekend! Make art out of sticks anything is possible

[@RosemarySprings]

Literally that can be your project. Make a project every month that has to do with sticks. Build them, glue them together, draw them, write about them. Trust me it works! My project is about trees. I go through depression and anxiety. It’s so relaxing to draw a whole bunch of trees and paint them. I even sell my art. Even if you can’t draw, draw a whole bunch of stick figure sticks and watch how good you get with drawing them. After a couple of months in best believe you will get better and better.

[@petiteearthling4324]

Hey Annie love you! What’s the music you used in the background?

[@RuslanaRose]

I would also like to know, i love this kind of music

[@alexlong9749]

The first one you hear is morning sun by Dave Bixby! x

[@fairyrot]

@@alexlong9749 its the cover by watson actually but same song haha

[@nanabanana2638]

Empty palms by orchid mantis on SoundCloud

[@christawilmot3665]

What is the song in the beginning called

[@WendiBlum]

Gorgeous opening. You are so adorable and authentic!

[@Stephx789]

I got my dreamymoons book delivered yesterday and it's SO BEAUTIFUL! ♥ Thank you xo

[@fridainjapan]

Hello, could u tell me how long did u waited for it to come ?

[@Stephx789]

@@fridainjapan Hello! I pre ordered on 20 Sep, and it was sent when released on 23 Oct. I live in New Zealand, so arrived beginning of Nov. About 10 or so days?

[@fridainjapan]

@@Stephx789 thnks, just that I live in America and I ordered it mid november.. so probably it wont come for Christmas

[@Stephx789]

@@fridainjapan believe it will with the law of attraction and it may turn up earlier than you expect! ♥ Sending good vibes your way!

[@fridainjapan]

@@Stephx789 thank you 😁💜

[@ArtLeeG]

This is so beautiful! 🙏🙏

[@rondal7316]

I'm so happy you did a video, I have missed you! I plan on buying one of your books. Love , peace and blessings. I agree with you on technology, I love books everyone reads online I still buy books and will not stop. we do not have tv and it has brought my daughter and I closer , we can't afford it but it has been worth it 😄. We have phones and that is enough too much. Lol.

[@LaFleurie_DeFleur]

What Music plays in the background? ❤❤❤

[@joyfulartist5254]

Beautiful story and background music.

[@ellenstubblefield9366]

I LOOVE YOU!! Your channel is so inspiring and I’ve watched nearly all of your videos. 🌿🌑🥀✨

[@cheyannwashington7383]

what song is the intro

[@jodzmcmillan8439]

Hey babe, any chance you'll have more hard copies of your journal available in the near future?

[@jennawilder5220]

I do have a phone but I can only be in it after dark because you can go outside or really do much other thank art wise

[@titliray1599]

I feel like u will be a great parent... God bless you.

[@alteredillusions100]

Beautiful Art! great video

[@AyaSmith]

We are kindred spirits 😱 I have JUST done all of this in my life, I used my ore existing ig account for my new art business, which is magical for me because that’s what I’ve always secretly wanted but feared I was not good enough 🙇🏻‍♀️

[@Rockking1111]

Hahahaha I soo hear you about the importance of our inner-child. Thank you for sharing. You are an inspiration. Like a Kai tiaki(Spiritual guardian)🌈💪🏽👍🏽🌈

[@plantifulalexandra]

Agree about technology. I had my first smartphone with about 20 or something, I remember I didn't want one because I knew I'd be on my phone too much. Even though I grew up without a phone I'm sadly not too creative, regret I never got more into painting, making music etc :(

[@garrr7]

Hi, I wanted to know what Gel pen brand do you recommend? Thank you

[@veraja4450]

Love to see your shining aura ❤️

[@Selfcarewithkarissa]

you are so talented omg. i inspire to be like you WOW

[@Rockking1111]

I hear that Annie is soo inspirational

[@jen9719]

Annie, can you please make a video about how you started your business? I really want to start mine soon

[@natalieoh8668]

I want to like all your videos!!

[@TheFantasyboss]

Did she quit KZbin? :( I just discovered her channel and I love it

[@hana.xplorz_GB]

The song?! 😍

[@rondal7316]

Miss your videos Happy 2019 many blessings love and peace sent to you.

[@thearchitecturegirl]

When you said 'packaging is so important' I thought you were going to say how you had researched the most sustainable/recyclable/non-plastic packaging. Did you? Shipping internationally and the waste generated is one of the things that is polluting our world. How much thought do you give to that aspect?

[@AnnieTarasova1]

I use paper and cardboard!! Definitely important - all the plastic that has ever been made is still on our Earth which is terrifying to say the least!

[@sameoldlove55]

I can't wait to start using my 2019 diary by you. Oh and I would like to know if you believe in tarot cards?❤️

[@FranciAlexa]

Beautiful soul ✨🌞🔮

[@liladora7341]

I needed this, thank you. ❤️

[@RaZorblade_SunshiNe]

Did you mention who puts your designs on the items you sell? Im trying to find a fair and trustworthy resource for that

[@AmandaHoldenDesigns]

Beautiful

[@sameoldlove55]

I still have a question wanna ask you even tho I've already left three comments on this video hehe: I would like to know what SOFTWARE do you use to create your 2019 book? If you are okay with sharing this information with me:) Thanks so much ❤️

[@reeree3145]

I needed this today ❤️ thank you

[@joanasolposto2598]

Show the drawings and books you did has a kid please. Lots of love 💕💕💕💕

[@chai2670]

Very inspiring! Thank you

[@PatriciaOchudlo]

thank you so much for inspiring me!

[@angels_of_the_solar_force]

✨ Dreams do come true. ✨

[@chenoabrock1395]

Thank you, i needed to hear that

[@hurric4n3ike]

Wow kindred spirit af, I resonate so much with this, especially how veganism changed my entire mindset

[@PatriciaOchudlo]

What you have created is so similar to what i want to be able to do as well.. i‘m currently working on an own website for my art and i‘m just so excited! Thank you for sharing your story with us and for inspiring me to pursue my passion💕💕 for showing me that it‘s actually possible!!!🙏🏼