How I Started Living a Creative and Fulfilling Life (FREE Workshop)

[@MariLynneKatsma-cj9nl]

Thank you for sharing. At 62 I’ve been fighting for my purpose for most of those years I know it but feel trapped in my own world…. I started writing a whole explanation of how I feel. Not necessary! Just wanted to share that your story and this video broke me again even though have many times worked through it. Your straight forward story without hiding is important to all of us artistic minded individuals. We are created to be emotional beings… that’s what makes you artistic in a world that has no empathy!

[@radiantstar9151]

Watching this, I cried and smiled along with Jake's story. It was moving and inspirational. I loved the exercise of listing 10 subjects and why. Powerful stuff. Thank you, Jake. I started the Mastery Program last month in January 2024, the best thing I've done in my life. Love and gratitude to all the Milans. You are soulful and beautiful and I am proud to call you my teachers.

[@graceful-shakti9019]

My favorite thing that you guys talk about and try to drive home, is that making art is necessary to humanity and is valuable, that it is worthy of time and attention, but not only that, it is transformative to everyone who experiences the creation.

[@kimberlywiley8623]

I love that Ellie and John opened their house up to art students thats my heart ❤ We used to own a non-for profit farm in Indiana before the Lord moved us to WV. We would have WOLFers come and stay with us from all over the country. We would teach them farming through aquaponics in a high tunnel greenhouse, raised beds, and traditional farming. Then, we would donate most of our food to the community pantry and for fund raisers. We learned so much from those guests, cooking of all nationalities, to website building. Someday I want to teach kids how to paint what they feel and to listen to God while doing it...but first I need to learn how to harness & put into existence those visions God has given me to paint. Thanks for sharing, this was great... I have some homework to do now. May God bless your family mightly, as you are blessing others

[@WorldWideWebObserver]

Thanks Jake for sharing your story. We never know what people have experienced throughout their lifetimes.

[@valerieservice1531]

Wow! 💔❤️ All the beautiful comments reflect my feelings as well! Thank you Jake for sharing 🙏🏼

[@mirakhatib8275]

Thank you for being vulnerable and genuine.

[@kaygilbert8773]

Your story is so spiritual and uplifting that you found your way. Thank you for sharing! I hope to see some of your poetry in a book along with your paintings.

[@lizrose7195]

Thank you for the heartfelt workshop. No apologies needed when showing your true authentic self. 💖

[@jolaholstein]

Thank you so much, Jake. I recently got my degree in Art Therapy and experienced while showing my therapeutic art-works to my fellow students how they got touched by them and got involved into my story even without knowing anything about it. It happened just by looking at my paintings. I felt very vulnerable through this, but also experienced a lot of validation and encouragement through this process of sharing and discussing my art with other people. Therapeutic art though is meant to show the ugly sides of life to make them processable, and the feelings it transports are therefor not pleasant. I decided to not show it to anyone and keep it private. I felt that I need to find a way to communicate my story in a different, non-toxic way. I don't want people feeling bad or sorry while looking at my art! So it is so so important what Ellie did with you and the other students at Milan Art Institute to make you switch the perspective and find the strength behind your bad life-experiences. I literally cried during your workshop. It showed me what the mean thing was that I learned through my trauma. But I also got hope now and an idea of what I want to show to people through my art. This decent analysis I got through answering the questions you prompted really opened my eyes to my "superpower" and got me thinking "Wow! There is something good in my experiences that I can show to the world and even make it maybe a little bit better." I can not thank you enough, Jake

[@fragglesful]

Beautiful, Jake ❤

[@karenshoopman615]

Thank you for sharing your life. My nephew died of an over dose at 29. So heart breaking. Glad to see you work though your pain . I’m Trusting in the lord to see me though it all

[@SighDown]

Just the fact that you all care so much about artmaking and your fellow artists impresses me greatly. And your artwork is gorgeous! Make no doubt about it, we really appreciate your courage in sharing. Keep up the great work! Blessings! ❤❤

[@evelyng5424]

There's a lot of gold in your story. I particularly liked your description of art as a two-part process whereby the artist's telling of story through art is the means by which they form a connection with the collector of that art. Not selling your art is depriving someone of healing and relief - I love that thought! Thank you.

[@zaleadold4809]

Hi Jake. There are a few things I really appreciate about you, and that is that you are humble, kind and real. People are drawn to authenticity and it helps us evaluate our own struggles. Thankyou for showing us the real you. Now I understand the 'finding your voice/superpower' so much better, as well as my past trauma. And you know what...I love the beautiful way you and your family (including Eli) show God's love to the world through walking in your purpose.I want to do the same. I have been listening the past few months to almost every single podcast/KZbin video on my way to my job. In 6 months I will start the Mastery Program. I am already registered and started to pay it off so by summer, when my second job ends, I finally have the time to pursue my destiny. Your videos and the podcasts are inspiring and uplifting and I commend you for putting yourself out there. Your wife is really blessed and the Milans as well, to have you in their lives. I am looking forward to learn more from you and your team. One day I would love to meet you and Eli..maybe even be on the Outstanding Artist show!😊 In the meantime, I am mentally preparing myself to give it my all when I start the Mastery Program. Tip: carry on doing what you are doing, lean on your Creator for strength and wisdom, and never stop sharing. You were made for a time like this Jake!. I am so happy I found you guys online. You are a great source of encouragement, and I feel more and more powerful everytime I listen to the content you guys put out. It really makes me happy and gives me purpose. I want to be part of it all. Again, thank you for sharing. ❤

[@lana6656]

Thank you for sharing your story Jake. It’s not easy to step in front of the world and share your life and deepest emotions. I love all your workshops and very grateful to all you, Dimitra and Elli for sharing your knowledge, experiences and your life with us.

[@karenricher5244]

Jake, this was so profoundly moving and from the heart. Thank you so much for sharing your personal journey, I was moved to tears when you spoke about your brother’s death and how it impacted you. I’m so sorry that happened to you. Your story resonated so deeply with me, I can’t tell you how much you’ve helped. Thank you dear one, you are a healer and so much more. God bless you and I’m excited for you, your beautiful wife, your little one to see all that’s in store for you in the future. Keep flying and don’t look down or back, keep looking forward 🥰

[@morganmartin2805]

Oh Man, so real and vulnerable. So relatable and sweet. Thank you for being authentic. Go there. Go to the places that hurt. It’s good to be human. And thank you for the ten things I’d like to paint and why. I loved that clarifying exploration. You have given us the gift of self knowledge and inspiration. That’s beauty in action. Love as a verb. Well done, Brother. And, happy parenting by the way… now you’ve done it! Took a dive into the deep end! Courage and caring are the actions of the heart. May you have all the support you need to be the supporter you aspire to be.

[@Marionsky1]

Thank you for sharing your story and your journey to art. I just started the mastery program and have learned so much already. Congratulations on your new baby!

[@Nohrita]

Thank you Jake for your vulnerability. Many of the things you mentioned resonated with me. I’m starting with the mastery program (signed up yesterday) and I’m so excited to learn more about art, but mostly about myself. 🙏🏼

[@Why.am.I.here...]

Wow. Thanks a lot for being so vulnerable. Sharing these insights through your own personal story makes it easier to absorb them. The examples are very helpful too! Great job, well done!

[@catibreil3535]

Started the Mastery Program in January and lm so grateful that you all guys put the work into creating it.. l love you all... special thank you to Elli and your vision for all of us. Your light touched my soul from South of France Thank you so very much to you all l mean the whole tribe 😃🙌🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼💛🫀💥💫🙏🏼

[@Paf_new]

Thanks Jake for sharing your story and vulnerability. I am manifesting taking the Mastery Program. I know in my heart I am meant to paint. I’m 59 but didn't paint since a high school art class until a few years ago I took a neurographic class and loved it. However still haven’t started painting consistently with the usual life distractions and challenges. However your video has help reignite my desire to paint. Thank you💜🌻

[@AnnieWoodWriterActress]

i lost a brother too. it's like driving down a road and the road stops at a cliff. do you turn back or learn to fly? glad you flew. thank you for sharing this.

[@veronicakramer-cs9cr]

Thank you, Jake, for sharing your story. I understand your loss and grief as I too have lost a son (Kyle) to OD. Doing the Master program for his legacy and to push through to the light and because he keeps telling me to "just paint mom!". I am very grateful for the Milans and the community they have built.

[@johannycepeda7579]

Thank you for sharing your story, Jake. Be assured that you have encouraged many lives. God bless you, and your beautiful family.

[@Trudelleable]

Proud of you man! Thank you for being vulnerable.

[@thehappypotter9612]

so very true - art can truly move a viewer/buyer/collector to tears of joy.

[@bittabjornsdotter]

Thank you for sharing you trauma with losing your brother, it means a lot. I have experienced my fair share of loss and grief trauma and it gave me hope to listen to you. Thank you ☺️

[@alvinadesir5801]

Totally wasn’t expecting this to affect me and create space within and aha moments of my life and applying it through art…. I have only begun 2 month into drawing painting ever in my life with no idea or what or where how I want to express myself…. This is so deeply helpful… can’t thank you enough for sharing your heroes journey ❤

[@bettinariissrensen4561]

Thank you Jake for sharing something so vulnerable and personal. That takes a lot of courage.

[@celehorner1992]

A really beautiful share Jake 🥰 you did a great job relaying it 🌸

[@mentalfloss100]

God is good ….. thank you for sharing your human side ❤❤❤❤❤

[@orlinnikolovdeafartists9027]

Добър ден! Много благодаря ти, Гледайки това, с историята на Джейк.

[@marielouiseweeksb33attitud33]

Thank you so much Jake. What a journey of hope. Milan Arts has done so much more than just teach Art and carve careers.

[@gracefulabundance]

This is very inspiring, Thankyou Jake.

[@tinobouezz9978]

God bless you dear and he is faithful because he comfort you and helped you to conquer your loss. I was very touched with your story

[@ezbless100]

Thank you for your vulnerability and transparency. It's hugely touching and beautiful and spreading hope and encouragement everywhere!

[@sharonledgewood]

This was so inspiring and motivational. Thank you for sharing your personal details.

[@marnitzvermeulenart]

Jake, I am internally and eternally thankful for this video. I have been watching your videos for over a year,and LOVE the work that you guys do, also learning a lot. Through watching your videos and hearing about 'finding your voice', 'discovering your superpower, -style, - purpose', in almost all the content, I often thought of it as 'marketing lingo' to get artists to join the Mastery Program. Apart from being 'easy on the eye' (apologies to Dimitra 😜and no offence to you😅) -as well as being a REALLY good presenter, fascilitator, interviewer and marketer, it feels asif I already know you and now it even moreso. For the first time, by hearing your story, seeing your vulnerability and having my eyes fill with tears and seeing your paintings, your 'marketing lingo' actually makes sense, has true value and makes sense! I have heard it on your content before that by exposing ones vulnerability as an artist, forms a connection with the collector and now it really sunk in. Thank you for sharing this even though it could not have been easy. It really resonates with me and I am excited to also delve deeper into my past traumas and discovering the values and my superpower! It's content like this that is making me even more adamant to be a successful artist. YOU ROCK!

[@catibreil3535]

Bravo Jake !!! 😶🙌🏼👏🏼👏🏼🫀💥💫🙏🏼

[@cloudsofsunset7323]

Hi Jake! Very glad to see you add to this great community by telling us about a topic you are passionate about. Kinds regards

[@DreambigGabriela]

I love what you said about bringing that lie (you being responsible for your brother's death) into the light, made teh darkness disappear. Often we try to get rid of the darkness in our lives, but it is impossible. You cannot get the darkness out of a room, but you can turn on the light, and the darkness disappears. Shining the light on the problem, is the only way to make the darkness vanish. Beautiful testimony.

[@graceful-shakti9019]

Thank you for opening your heart and sharing your story with us. Never apologize for expressing true emotion. That was beautiful and it shows how big your heart is.

[@ArtLindaMcDonald]

So good Jake. Well done

[@faridehassani5230]

So strong history... I have a lot inside of me.... What l can do when l have not possiblity to pay The cours... I am start ing to writt my biografy because of so many traumas... I know why l paint and l must paint...... THANK YOUto share your history.... Gods blessing is with l hop your mum feel good now.. A big hug

[@heavenread4610]

Hi! Thank you for this great workshop and thank you for sharing your personal story. I will definitely do the exercise. I have been noticing that I like to paint portraits with closed eyes in different scenarios, I have not asked the question WHY but now I will. Thank you

[@dixiedrost4783]

Thank you Jake for opening up your heart. You have come a long way by God's grace! Your paintings are beautiful too.

[@kathyford3001]

Sharing your story with real emotions to find your voice… helped me to understand how to…. “finding your voice” . I’ve got a lot of digging to do. Did the excercise and I’m seeing some common threads. Thank you this was so helpful! Loved the progression of your art… awesome!

[@triciajsantos]

Thank you for sharing. I think everyone's got an experiences that make them a powerful person. It requires a lot of courage to speak about very personal details of your life to a wide audience, that's amazing. I can't find the courage to do so, but I'm learning that from darkness there s always a pinpoint of light at the end and brightness once again. This process is fulfilling and a life lesson for everyone! I'm slowly going through the Mastery Program right now, I can't wait till the finding your voice portion, and looking forward to all the knowledge that Milan Art Institute has to share! Cheers!

[@renatacop8540]

Thank you for sharing your personal story❤

[@SpiritStarTarot]

Thank you so much for your vulnerability. Many Blessings to you all

[@BereniceZamora]

Amazing masterclasse, I love your courage and thank you for your story! I never draw anything and now with the Program I am very happy starting to drawing

[@claudiaochayon2730]

Great video Jake snd congrats on your baby 👶 just discovered Milan ART and seriously need this inspiration and direction. Well done znd good luck on your journey. Sometimes the hardest thingz in life bring us to our purpose 🎉

[@TheUntamedJournal]

You and Dimitra are both such genuine souls

[@jeaninezeek6936]

Amazing story Jake…I’m moved by your presentation. I’ve just found Milan Art and have been listening to many of inspiring videos. I’ve been out of art school for over 20 years and work in corporate- I’m ready to find my voice and follow my longing to create again!!

[@anabetancourt1130]

Your history is supper inspirational!! Thank you for sharing it with us .

[@gildabogdanov4478]

❤❤❤Thank you very much from Chile

[@lauralarosa.]

Thank you for sharing this mate. Great video all around. I really appreciate your generosity of spirit.

[@bevbraithwaite4621]

Thank you so much for this Jake and it can't have been easy sharing your story, but appreciate that you did. Something in my psyche pricked up its ears when you said about resistance and it hit something in me. Writing out the subject list has really helped and I have more clarity now - thank you again

[@silkesauritz7690]

Thank you Jake, this is very deep and helpful.

[@creativemargie1]

And... you could not have done any better. This was perfect and the fact that you got emotional about your brthr made this video that much more meaningful. Thank you again Jake. All of you guys are AWESOME ❤❤❤ .I'm starting my Mastery program Wednesday. My art supplies will be in on that day. Yayyyy

[@creativemargie1]

Omygosh!!! This is so unreal! In just this video you gave me something to think about. Something that I never imagined I could tackle. Now you've given me hope!!! Thank you Jake!!! A million times!!! This video is priceless!!!

[@ernawade9318]

Thank you for sharing your story. I also found the practical approach (one's personal aesthetic) very helpful.

[@Carol-b1h]

Thank you so much for sharing your story Jake. You just opened my eyes up to why I have such a fear of getting back into my art. I lost my sister, and felt like such a failure to her as her big sister. Also a couple of other major events in my life. I never realized how these impacted my life. I am looking forward to doing the 10 subjects of what I would like to do and the why behind them. I pray that all of this gets me started with my Milan Art programs that I have been afraid to get started on. Blessings to you Jake! 🙏

[@marcellasmith8942]

Thank you, you helped to connect art with our innerself, very good

[@creative2power]

Thanks for sharing. It's very inspiring

[@Arte-Libertad]

you are right abt the forece....is strong and if we deny it it get stronger...we can call it whatever , but is real...the force of what we call god is also real

[@AngelaBlaha]

Your emotional story was real! This is what people love - keep doing it!

[@healthyjenny596]

Thank you. 🙏

[@donnarichardson0801]

I started the Mastery Program in January. I’m about to finish week two (I know I’m already behind) but I’m so excited to know this program is going to help me find my purpose and voice. Thank you for this workshop. And thank you for being real and open with us. ☮️❤️🎨🖌️

[@mariaclemenciamennella8988]

I watched your workshop just 6hrs after sharing and you already had over 1k views! I was so touched and brought to tears. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for giving us so much of yourself and so genuinely. I purchased the Mastery program, and you played a part in my decision as well! I have my studio ready, but now thanks to your workshop airing, I'm devoted to start this week! I love you and your whole family dearly. Thanks again!!!

[@talitabekker5395]

Thank you for being vulnerable! This was so meaningful! I really appreciate it I start week 3 of the Mastery Program tomorrow and was feeling a bit lost today. Wondering if I will be able to succeed and complete the course this year. After listening to your story, I am able to re-focus. I know that completing the course will change my life as an artist🙌😁

[@donnaparkerartistry5292]

Thank you for sharing your soul with us, bueatiful.

[@Kozette007]

Congratulations to you both on parenthood! I always enjoyed the ease of acrylics. However becoming serious with my art journey discovered that oils are the preferred medium. Educating myself through reading, KZbin and Kevin from @EvolveArt learned that oil can be non toxic and clean up can be easy.

[@2ndBirth]

That's rough Jake. I'm so sorry man. Your brother would be very proud of you.

[@suzyque-6443]

Hi, thank you so much for sharing your story 😊. I really enjoyed your inspiration talk and got a lot of very helpful information from it😁. I wish I could afford to take the mastery program but on a government disability support pension and the difference in money currency exchange there’s no way I can afford it. So I listen to and take as many posts and small instructional videos from Milan Art Institution that I can 😁. They all are very helpful on my Art healing journey and one day I’ll be able to sell my art also. So thank you very much, you’ve all helped me heaps and am very grateful 😍. All the best to you and yours, from Sue Shephard

[@khalidrashidart]

love you man x

[@suzettedatema3983]

I loved your video and it just helped me to realise how I myself have grown in my art and the way forward. Thanks

[@ginabadeaux9319]

this was so beautiful i just found Milan art last year ,I am 64 now and started painting 28 years ago ,i was 36,the year Bob Ross passed away i listened to him say you can do it he was right ,i have tried all mediums ,i collected tons of watercolors and acrylics so much that my tiny apt is full of art supplies ,God gave me this creative passion ,i never made it a business,but sure wish i had ,i have a story to share but not sure if i will ever be able to share it,i paint with a passion every day like its a job ,never knew if i could sell it ,i give away art to family and make cards to friends.i just lost my health insurance and my car is dead i pay for insurance and tabs on a cart i cant even use,my x huband passed away in june and my income got me out of poverty i was in for 11 years i get 500.00 too much for medicaide ,ill stop now sorry to make this so long,i love you and thank you,

[@morganmartin2805]

I just wanna send you my love. Sounds like a challenging path at the moment. May miracles and blessings shine into your life.

[@adriblaauw3467]

So sorry Namibia and South Africa can't do the Mater Program.

[@emilyp4146]

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[@_melody_8]

I am really sorry for your loss. I am telling myself not to judge people too quickly, because we don't know what they have been through. I guess meeting the Milans was like hitting the jackpot for you.😀 For them as well of course. Btw, the dark force you are talking about- yes, people may call it different things, but IT IS actually Satan (and his minions). But, as we know "the greatest trick the Devil ever pulled was convincing the world he didn't exist", therefore most people don't want to hear about it.

[@tirakindler1]

Omg Jake is my dream man unicorn

[@fatimagrocki386]

I would have like to start the mastery program in January but every time i tried to enroll it would direct me to the waiting list. I received emails from Dimitra and Eli saying I still had a spot in their mastery program but again when i tried to enroll the website directed me to waiting list. I could afford $2,000 but not $3,600. I'll just settle by buying the courses you have your website.

[@KG777.]

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[@whitemistcreativestudios]

What place do you give to fluid artists?

[@sujanithtottempudi2991]

Excellent exercise of 10 subjects. I want to ask...why only women artists in your channel? In the competition I mean

[@Nartcafe-md]

😢🙌🙏

[@georgeszurbach444]

Very 1980 style of painting ,do you sell any or is it just for pleasure?

[@LoneJensenArt]

I have so much different trauma that I have no idea how to work through it all

[@graceful-shakti9019]

I will say, that I do not believe that oils are king or queen, and while they are beautiful, they do not work for everyone. There is not one medium that is superior, unless one dwells in a traditional and limited perspective of what makes a masterpiece. BTW I am not an "acrylic" painter, I am just a painter LOL

[@aleccullen2696]

Postmodernist claptrap. I bailed out early.

[@jovanoppen8477]

YOU TALK TO MUCH , sire

[@asstudio2613]

Привет✋👋 Я в первый на вашем канале😊 И мне нравится💓 Я ✍ся Вы?!

[@suedean3543]

Bless you Jake, sorry coming in on this link a little bit late but, feeling so much for you now having just watched this video. I have been through the similar in my life too & still coming out the other side. We are all with you. Thank you so much for sharing you own painful experience.

[@fragglesful]

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