BREAKING UP with social media (and 5 more resolutions for 2024)

[@SandyAllnock1]

I'm not certain how some people are getting from this video that I'm leaving KZbin but...I never said that. I'm trying to wrangle other social media sites that I promote these videos on.

[@joanbardee5135]

I consider you tube social media but I guess it is a little different

[@Mrsbutterfly11]

Thank you, Sandy. I broke up with social media years ago. I am a crafter and have always loved you, but of course, life is life, and I've not done anything crafty in a few years. I've been taking care of some special needs kitties, and that is a full-time job. I just came across this video, and it has inspired me to get back what made me the happiest, which was cardmaking, so in 2024, I will be card making once again. Thank you, Sandy, and keep doing what you do. It feels my soul with joy, and I think we all need more joy in our lives. Happy New Year! 🎉

[@JanetBuol]

So happy to hear you are returning to what you like to do. Making you happy. Hope to see you on some of Sandy's tutorials. Good job!

[@Taikoviewer]

My goal was to write crafty things that needed to get done or that I wanted to try onto strips of paper. I added them into a fun container, so I want to stick with it.

[@sherryrogers426]

So proud that you are standing up for what is right! All this horrible stuff going on right now! Glad I found you here. I follow you on Instagram but now I can get more!

[@ernataylor-stark4593]

Thank you for your thoughts . You are saying what many of us think we should do but don't do it! I am planting some seeds in my brain and hope they sprout. Wish me luck and happy 2024!

[@SandyAllnock1]

Wishes sent! 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼

[@tiffanypike5251]

I found plastic flamingos through oriental trading company. Not sure if they still have them, but worth a gander.

[@SandyAllnock1]

Oooh I'l look, thanks!

[@skyhowie54]

Oh, my goodness, that deer on the wood slab is magnificent! Thank you, Sandy, and wishing you a wonderful new year!

[@jenniferreece2218]

I love your new choices, especially celebrating silly holidays. You probably know about this already, but National Day Calendar site has a newsletter that tells you what "day" is happening--National Black Dog Day, sibling day, Brownie Day (the dessert, not the elves)...things like that. Maybe that will help! Happy New Year!

[@SandyAllnock1]

Oh those sites have all been bookmarked for years❤️

[@baldwinleatherworks]

I love the Patreon watercolor class idea! More people like me will be able to take a class\follow your in-depth tutorial. I can’t afford your other classes because I’ve had five spinal surgeries in the last 3 years and need more surgery, so I can’t work and I’m on disability which isn’t much. That being said, money is very very tight, but $10 I can save up for your patron class and some watercolor paper. I know this sounds sad/depressing, but please don’t be sad. Watercolor, art, drawing and learning makes me happy. Your monthly option of a Patreon watercolor class makes me really happy that I’ll be able to do that. You are by far one of my favorite KZbin artist. Your talent is just amazing.

[@MrsTiffanyGrey]

We adore you!!❤

[@ILoveFountainPensCdn]

Last year I got rid of all of my social medias, except for instagram and youtube. It is SUCH a relief to feel that I don’t need to check everything every day. I just (finally) bought myself watercolour paints, a ceramic palette and watercolour brushes, so my goal this year is to learn, play around with and have fun with watercolours. In addition to watching videos on youtube and instagram, my late great-aunt was a professional artist, who has a piece in the National Gallery of Canada. A few years ago, a beautiful coffee table book was written about her and included several of her oil and watercolour pieces, including a few of my favourites. Although I’ve known about it for quite a while, I just bought it the other day and am looking at her watercolour pieces for inspiration as well.

[@SandyAllnock1]

Oh that’s exciting to have a famous artist in your family!🤩

[@atlanticflower]

I always love what you convey to us. I find Instragram and Facebook too fleeting when it comes to follow the new and sometimes (in case I did not take time for one of the social media to follow up on news) most recent videos from you. With your idea of a newsletter I can set up an automatic send to a folder to store and read at a for me convinient time. Indeed, I look forward to your new year resolution. 🎉

[@SandyAllnock1]

Love that! Drop me in a folder, no problemo :)

[@JanetBuol]

That's a great idea,, can I steal it?? Would love to organize you into a folder where I can find it. Thanks @atlanticflower.

[@npatriciacastillo6671]

Love the toasty toes! I've been getting ready for work with music. I've found that having that little music/dance party on as I get ready really gives me a boost of happiness. 😊

[@annenglish2935]

I enjoy you... simply put. I'm not presently doing watercolor, but I still enjoy sharing your journey! God bless you in the New Year... with love from a California Gramma ❤

[@traceybarron4771]

You make my heart happy and reignited my creativity!

[@angelikapaul2998]

I have GOT to see the flamingo yard art for your friend!!!! Looking forward to all that you provide in 2024❤

[@pammartin7917]

Love your videos and art work. Beautiful. Thank hanks for sharing.

[@francessheegog7500]

Your video made me laugh out loud several times but I loved that you chose resolutions to make you happier rather than trying to make yourself more perfect (unachievable, but for most, isn't that the point of making resolutions?). I would add to the making of resolutions the opportunity to "hop back on the horse" after you've fallen off. The "breaking" of a resolution makes us feel like failures, but goals are to push us to go a little further than we would have otherwise. So I say, revisit the resolutions from time to time throughout the year. If you've strayed but want to get back to it, there is no one who will stop you (except your own negative self-talk). That horse will still be waiting for you. As always, thank you for sharing your heart!!

[@youbmine]

Such an inspirational video; thank you so much.

[@gerriebell2128]

I had not seen a video from you for a long time, because of things like moving back to CA from Scotland then moving from a condo to a house almost 100 miles away. It was so nice to hear your voice and to see your face and your art, and to catch up on your news. I have not gotten back to my art yet, but I will… glad to hear you are well, and your “resolutions” totally make sense. Do what is best for you and for your art, and let people “join in” as they wish. Best wishes and blessings on you for all this new year! 🌷🌷💕

[@SandyAllnock1]

Glad you’re back in the saddle!🙌🏼

[@SheilaLandry]

Thank you. I am using the new year to reassess my own business and get a more updated direction. Your ideas are very timely. I am heading over to Artventure to try to become a member. Happy New Year. :)

[@dorothyleatherbarrow8312]

Happy New Year Sandy from Ontario Canada! As have enjoyed getting to learn all about Bible Journaling in the last past year! Lots of Love, your Canadian Bible journaling friend and sister in Him Always, Dorothy.L

[@teresamitchell-banks2286]

Beautiful paintings and great resolutions

[@pokey3010]

Love what you Said Sandy and I hope 2024 is the happiest ever and each year gets happier for you.. YOU bring me happiness with your sketches and tutorials and classes I am way behind I know, we have so much house renovations going on here so I don't get to do what I love as much this last year and it will be May or June when things quiet down in this old house. LOL Keep living happy and ignore negative people they aren't worth your time.. I Love all you do Sandy, i have learned so much. Thank you for you.

[@elkesommer4735]

Hallo Sandy, my Resolution for 2024 is to make more art and I'm going to take a class from you because you are such a great teacher and I realy like your art. Happy 2023❤

[@peterleprevost2154]

Non techie here; I’ll have to watch this again and take notes on what to do to keep on your ‘good side 😂‘ . fully understand your wanting less hassel and more SMILES! Thanks for all you do and share. Susan

[@SandyAllnock1]

LOL! You can just tell me how often you wanna hear from me. Daily? Weekly? Monthly? I'm trying to give ppl options that won't annoy them but also will give them what they wanna see. :)

[@canadianproud1729]

Your are so inspiring! Thank you always for sharing your knowledge.

[@nancymcculley8674]

You are such a incredible and inspiring Artist. Thank you for sharing where ever you manage to share. I usually follow you on KZbin because I find it difficult to figure out artventure.

[@SandyAllnock1]

I just posted a reallyyyy good written instruction manual there that should help ❤️

[@janlorman7700]

Sandra Boynton has a calendar with all the silly holidays you can imagine. Fun video, thanks.

[@elizabethharris8692]

Congratulations on your break up with social media. I don't have any accounts with the platforms you are moving forward with. I will miss you and wish you the best, you are truly a talented artist with a heart of gold. Best wishes in 2024.

[@SandyAllnock1]

I’m still right here on YT ❤️ and email that doesn’t require any social media 👍🏻

[@susankingcs]

Sandy, do what makes you happy! I thoroughly enjoy watching you on Utube and I am not a social media person either. Blessings and may you be richly blessed this year!

[@jennifersjunkmail5935]

Great idea to step back and reassess your social media presence. I currently just watch you on KZbin (not an IG user), but will try to also subscribe to your newsletter. Didn't really understand the other platforms you mentioned in the video, but hopefully the newsletter will point me in those directions. Best wishes for 2024! (Sorry, not posting anything negative, even though that would get you closer to more yummy art supplies.😜)

[@SandyAllnock1]

Others have already put some points on the board, never fear. LOL

[@JanetBuol]

I'm so glad to hear that you are reorganizing. I will always look for you here on KZbin. and now with a newsletter also that should be good to find you. You asked us a few months ago what we thought of everything, and I replied that it was too much. I was always confused about where to find things. I'm so glad to hear of this new thing and will gladly watch to see how it goes. Happy New Year!

[@kathylewis9749]

Happy New Year, Sandy! Very happy you will be doing more watercolor. How are you liking your brass palette? Will there be a 2024 color refresh?

[@SandyAllnock1]

Oh yes! Working on some crazy choices this year🤣

[@lindamartin9583]

Sandy, I am in awe of everything you do. Thank you for sharing your beautiful artwork with the world. I have been a long time subscriber, but have never actually taken the time to paint or color with you because my excuse is I am too busy. This year, I am going to take time to grow by watching and doing. Thank you for being here for all of us in the art community. PS trolls are unhappy people, surround yourself with happy.

[@SandyAllnock1]

Ya know I used to think taking things in by osmosis was a thing. But watching people exercise doesn't make me any skinnier, so that kinda disproved the theory. :) Get started making art, you won't regret it!

[@lindamartin9583]

🤣🤣🤣@@SandyAllnock1 So very true!!

[@JAyton-xr9od]

Thx!

[@stacycroninger5553]

I am so excited about the additional watercolor option - i'm going to up my patreon. I love watercolor! And you're helping get into the idea of spending 10 minutes a day sketching - even if i never share it. I need to just do it. Thank you for being the amazing and inspiring person that you are. And as much as I don't want you to have to deal with negativity and trolls, I think your approach is brilliant!!

[@ChantelleArts]

amazing video, Happy New Year ☺☺

[@dixiedrost4783]

I LOVE flip throughs!!! They are so inspiring! Thanks so much Sandy.

[@ruthgruebler2803]

Love, Love, LOVE your way of turning negative comments into something positive for yourself. I guess this would help all of us.... But shows -once again - your positive and lovely Heart! Sorry, you won't get to add a point to your list from me today, 😉 but hope you will find a way to go and do some shopping soon, anyway....😊😊😊 Be blessed during this year to come, you beautiful Lady!

[@SandyAllnock1]

ha! I'll take happy comments over shopping, no worries. The budget will determine when I've leveled up. LOL

[@expressivepaper]

Happy New Year!

[@thewritejohansen8054]

Thank you for the video. Your art output is extraordinary. Sabbatical? Where do you find the time to do all that art, everyday? You're an amazing artist. I'm sorry that you deal with trolls -- what a great idea to reward yourself with art supplies. I look forward to meeting you one day and love your vibe and content! Happy New Year! (Oh, me? I'm reorganizing my art supplies for the New Year.)

[@kassaArt]

You and your art ❤ Sooo smooth..

[@jeanne17118]

I’m happy to hear you are doing what makes you happy. You and your art have made me happy many times! Happy New Year!🎉

[@DesignsbyDeborahHellman]

Wonderful New resolutions and looking forward to more inspiration.

[@marilynnellsworth4300]

You are so special, I have enjoyed and learned so much for you and I want to do more this year!

[@doumkatekz]

I really like watching people on here the best. I find Instagram and Facebook videos kind of hard to watch and don't like that they are hard to pause and replay just not effective if I'm going to try to paint along. I like to buy individual courses like on domestica. I'm feeling very over subscription-based memberships like skillshare. I end up just surfing around rather than committing to one class and all the monthly fees just add up so much and then I forget to cancel which is I think what they are counting on. Patreon is not bad but I think I'm already kind of maxed out on that. I'm a subscriber to a few creative people that I know in person and only a couple of art people that have a large Library for a relatively low fee level.

[@SandyAllnock1]

That’s why the meat of what I teach is in individual classes. My brain works like yours! Not to mention those sites barely pay anything. I had a class on one and they sent a happy email every quarter to tell me my $5.62 is on the way 🤦🏼‍♀️

[@caracassell6302]

Happy New Year! Wishing you lots of joy this year!

[@michelleford405]

I love your artwork. I would love to level up to your level 🤩

[@SandyAllnock1]

Wow, thank you! Just keep practicing, that's all I did!

[@claychick100]

Happy New Year! Good for you for taking charge of your happiness. It’s obvious how hard you work and giving yourself play time is so important. God means for us to have joy in our lives so, go for it! Question: Do you have classes on soft pastels? I noticed the pet portraits were using pastels. I am dipping my toe into the medium and could really use some help! Many blessings!

[@SandyAllnock1]

No, I’ve talked about that in other pastel videos. I’m using mom’s old pastels, and none are labeled. So I honestly have no advice-I’m working by Braille myself.

[@huskytail]

I liked the video even before you finished saying "I'm baaa...[ck]" 😆 Happy new year 🎉

[@SandyAllnock1]

Happy new year!!

[@PaintSplash5]

Dollar store on the flamingos.

[@stellaolejar9007]

Sandy, Happy New Year to you. It is great to see and hear from you. I truly admire you and your artistic talent. Thank you for sharing your creativity with us. God bless you

[@SpaceFarmGirl]

Well done. I love your channel. I have recently bought a few "Adult type colouring books" and plan to start those. I know that's not sketching as you are encouraging but it's a start. ALSO, I find I need to be inspired to paint a picture/subject, do you have that issue too? If I try to paint something that I am not I spired by it will never come out as good as I know it should or it will never get finished. I have been wanting to paint a picture of my Grandson, he is nearly two years old but I have yet to see a photo of it that I could say "I want to paint that". My question to you is, do you have this problem and if so, what do you do to get around it. Kind regards Elizabeth

[@SandyAllnock1]

For me the daily sketches aren’t about good or inspiration. They’re practice. Lose the preciousness and just do it. 😛

[@suerhodes7830]

Love, absolutely love your New Years resolution list. It inspires me. Happy New Year!..To Your Best One Yet!🎉

[@expressivepaper]

Joined the IG broadcast channel. It’s nice to not feel a need to comment but how do you enter your giveaways over there? Beautiful content as always and glad to see you back! Happy New Year!

[@SandyAllnock1]

The giveaway is on my IG page. Look gif the charcoal drawing of a little bird and the instructions are in the caption

[@danadriscoll7926]

Hi Sandy! I grew to love your youtube videos several years ago although I dont comment. This is an exception. I dont know how instagram works and I fail on that platform. So if youre not on facebook or youtube, that makes me sad. I understand you need to do it. So I wish you a tearful goodbye and good luck. I hope it works for you.

[@SandyAllnock1]

I’m not sure how people think I’m leaving YT….im not.

[@silkeschumann7261]

3:50 I hear this mostly from US KZbinr: "getting yelled at" when someone makes an unflattering remark/critique. I never ever wrote a critique with shouting or harshness in my mind. Yes, we feel good about us when we get affirmations and compliments, but in my world the unflattering remark and critique is just as important. I don't mean an unqualified remark like "you can't draw," that*'s just unhelpful and shows that whoever made the remark is lazy and unsocial but I still think it doesn't measure up to yelling in real life. A very good friend taught me to be careful what I let in and sort out first who has the problem. I got much better in not nailing other peoples problems to my knee. I hear, I sort, and feel grateful when I receive helpful criticism, even if at first it might be hurtful.

[@SandyAllnock1]

When I say yelling, I don’t mean just a critique. It’s folks who yell that they can’t get to the class they bought (in all caps) only to find out they didn’t log in. It’s getting angry at me over their own issues.

[@silkeschumann7261]

@@SandyAllnock1 Thank you for explaining. All caps is considered yelling. And I can understand that better esp. since my first gut reaction to that would be, that there is a bug in my system and I waste time looking for it. So - good resolution and many finds while shopping that make you happy. :)

[@dee-ellencook763]

Sandy, I love your Content, everything you do is so pretty, so I signed up for a class. The Butterfly class. Never in my life for any site I have I had such a problem trying to get to a class, I established an account, signed in and round, and round we went. The only class I could get was the free one. Yes, of course I paid. And then I had to go to other sites and establish other accounts. Surely it can’t be this difficult what am I doing wrong? I really want to take that beautiful butterfly class! Can you help?

[@SandyAllnock1]

I just replied to your email :)

[@mkbuike7895]

Good for you. But I’m confused. Are there 2 subscriptions? I subscribed to the newsletter. Do I also need to subscribe to daily sketches?

[@SandyAllnock1]

Those are separate because some people want email daily, others are overwhelmed 🥴

[@mkbuike7895]

@@SandyAllnock1 I'm confused about the separate links, then, to sign up for both. It would appear I am signed up for the daily sketches as I got confirmation. I'm already getting a daily (I think) email titled art venture. So is that it?

[@SandyAllnock1]

@@mkbuike7895 these are all separate sites. Artventure is on mighty networks and you can edit notification settings there. Sketches are on my fine art site, newsletter weekly is my main blog.

[@patsywhiddon1832]

Oriental Trading for your Flamingo 🦩