Chatty Sketchbook Tour · Learning To Love My 'Mistakes'

Hope you enjoy this look through my June 2017 - Jan 2018 sketchbook. If you don't like rambly videos, this one aint for you lol 💕💕
Apologies for the sound on this one and the autofocus noise 😩😩 Thanks for watching!
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[@minniesmall]

Apologies for the sound on this one and the autofocus noise 😩😩 Thanks for watching!

[@claire3976]

Minnie Small; thank you for creating this video, definitely one of my favorite tours that shows you don't have to have perfect pages every time. I didn't even notice the noise lol, wonderful vid!

[@rinlehtisaari6419]

I just thought it was a peony pig!

[@CassKatherine]

this is the best and sweetest response

[@eclivitv3193]

Oh, I was just about to ask what the "rope bridge" sound was. Fantastic artwork!! Enjoyed. 💗

[@ILoveCats-yy8ge]

Minnie Small can you do a review about blendy pens

[@PetzoldJessica]

the way you explained “it’s like asking my sketchbook a question” resonated so much with me, i have a completely new view on accepting my mistakes thank you! :)

[@pradeepvarshney8425]

❤️👍🏻yaaaaa........ She just talk like SketchBook from inside.... kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJ-3fH-Gl5WVmtU MY ART CHANNEL

[@Manifesting_Secret_Sketchbook]

Keep going please, its going to be worth it

[@HelloimOrchid]

I like how you talk abt each page, it feels more real and personal, and the fact you're going in depth means a lot-

[@pradeepvarshney8425]

Yeah

[@marcellamarques5568]

When you flipped to the page with the little pigs, I don’t why, but it made so happy hahaha they are so cute I can’t help but smile

[@tombuck]

You taught me what sketchbooks should be. I used to think they had to be totally coherent or perfect (and definitely made with a single medium). Thanks for ”freeing” my mind and making me WAY more comfortable with sketching.

[@laurahedlund9441]

Couldn't have said it better. I saw in another of her videos she says she randomly goes through a brand new sketch book and will put some paint, clippings, etc on random pages to establish randomness and eliminate pressure of making mistakes.. A starter step to get her going and get imperfection out of the way from the get-go. Or at least that's how I interpretated it ha ;) but I think that's pretty close to what she was trying to get across

[@frankieleigh2723]

the way you describe your painting style around three minutes in really articulates how i like to paint myself , but have a hard time describing , so thank you !

[@happinessforaday]

Sometimes when i'm not home and don't have my earphones i have to mute the video, so thank you so much to always put subtitles on your videos ! Really appreciate it ❤

[@reinapearse9111]

Love this sketchbook walkthrough. Real propper sketchbook, many on KZbin are so obviously beautifully made and not genuine. Love it!!

[@lightningmcgee]

I'm devastated because I purchased a Mossery sketchbook at your recommendation. I absolutely loved it and was filling it out faithfully, but, upon moving, it was lost. I hope to get a new one soon! Seeing yours reminded me of this sad memory, haha. But yours turned out lovely!

[@LinesAndCursives]

I love your walk through. It's funny how we all think something looks bad to us, when it looks amazing to others.

[@pradeepvarshney8425]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJ-3fH-Gl5WVmtU Art channel ❤️

[@famke5917]

i don't know what is happening, but hearing you talk is so calming

[@RadishTheFool]

You're one of those rare artists whose videos I revisit once in a while. You and your art are always so inspiring to me, but in a soothing calming way. Just what I needed today. Thank you. Edit: I feel I also want to comment specifically on the sketchbook. This time around, especially the chicken sketches and painting stood out to me. They were so powerful, and the painting then combined that with a certain dreaminess. Also, that stove was so unexpected and cute! If you want to do more of those, you may be interested to know some cultures have amazingly decorated and/or shaped ones. Fun fact: canonically, the design of the moomin house is based on the stoves their ancestors used to live behind.

[@voyager36]

My gawd I LOVE your stream of consciousness!!! You’re amazing and I can totally keep up. My friends always tell me I have conversations full of non sequiturs! It’s wonderful to find a kindred spirit! Thank you for being you!!!!

[@Patri_P_P]

It's amazing how different every artist works with their sketchbooks, I love seeing them and hearing what goes through the artist minds when working on it! Your sketchbooks are always a pleasure to look trough, Minnie! I'm happy you're feeling better about your art :)

[@tlembro]

Before you mentioned your mistakes…..I saw ZERO mistakes! Great sketchbook……trying to develop this habit now…..rather than just planning little projects. Thank you for sharing!

[@melocotonki]

sketchbook tours are so nice, but hearing about your thought process is the best!

[@cookieDaXapper]

Great job miss!!! Thank you for being so open, and a sweetheart, sharing your growth and development! Stay sweet, strong, and draw, draw, DRAW, paint, paint, PAINT, and sell, sell, SELL! PEACE dear sister.

[@emhuesart]

I am obsessed with the exploration you did in this sketchbook! It's just so inspiring how you handled this book, you didn't just stick to things you knew and were comfortable with, you used the sketchbook as it should be and used it to learn and grow as an artist! so incredible, thank you for this 💕

[@user-jk1lb5cg1z]

I love coming to your videos for advice, you always tackle such common, but difficult topics, and work through them with genuine grace. Every time I make a friend with an artist, or anyone considering art, I share your channel because you've helped me tremendously with my art and attitude towards it. Thank you!

[@pradeepvarshney8425]

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[@creartivel4244]

I just wanted to say that I love your style, the colors you choose and the shapes you make and I would dare to say your art style is brave. I do art as a hobby, just for myself and always follow my inner critic's voice, so I am never satisfied with how my art turns out, since I can always do better. But watching your videos makes me want to relax more, experiment more with art and only hope to achieve as great of an effect as you do in your art. Keep going, never doubt yourself and keep making amazing art the way you always do!

[@marareimer6335]

Your sketchbooks are GOALS

[@Carol-Bell]

I think this video and the sketchbook together illustrate (pun intended) your growth as a person and as an artist. I am new at doing art as "art", and I was under the impression that sketchbooks are for the purpose of a)building a habit of drawing/painting etc every day, and for b)trying out new things. And when you do that, some will be good and some will be awful or somewhere in-between. That you were willing to share the sketchbook and embrace and "redeem" your "mistakes" says a lot. Putting quotes around the word mistakes is huge -- those aren't mistakes, they are stepping stones to success:) . I totally love the pig ones, all of them. Looking forward to seeing another one of your sketchbooks or studies you make along the way.

[@Pipsanimation]

Your videos are always so slow paced and calming... This one started so fast and you were such in a rush that I thought it was an error from the conection. Your voice was such on a fast pace I felt u needed a deep breath 😅 But I really enjoy your sketchbook and all your work!

[@MarineMartyna]

Filipa Rodrigues I made the playback slower 😂 sounds like "her normal self" I.guess

[@許安-b2j]

I was scrolling down to look for your comment😂

[@WensdiMade]

I agree! I felt breathless watching! Still loved watching the video.

[@mxhoneyfoot42]

I really love your art style, and also the way you talk about your art. Makes me want to try more color block-y styles myself, since I'm someone who tends to think in lines, if you will. Also your journal pages look SO instagram ready.

[@PerfectBMC]

I work at​ a zoo back home and so when I'm in the UK studying, I like to draw the tigers and bears that I miss back home. I tend to overstress and get really discouraged when my art doesn't resemble the specific animal that I'm trying to draw so that is what I want to work on. I'm such a perfectionist that I'd rather draw on pieces of paper until I'm happy then stick them into a sketchbook, it really lessens the relaxing factor of doing art in the first place.

[@lovesmaggie]

This video was SO interesting. I really enjoyed seeing the process behind your finished work 😊 and how you embrace your "mistakes" and "not so favourite" drawings, you're really inspiring me to do the same because we do grow from mistakes!

[@AnastasiaR]

I love how you do faces so much! They have such personality and feeling. I really want to try that minimal portrait painting style.

[@anikaumaselvan201]

I love the way you draw, and I really wish I could keep A sketchbook. I always buy a sketchbook and then rip out all the pages because I don't like what I draw , but you've inspired me to just work with them, as well as I have watched the thirty ways to fill a sketchbook series. Thank you!

[@starsun6363]

I would suggest making a rule that you do a no rip out rule. And, use refrences when you draw, and do some studies. I did this when every piece of art I made felt like rubbish and it helped get me out of the slump.

[@Bc798a]

I love when you describe your process and styles and how you felt and mistakes you made. So helpful and you get me into the mindset of analyzing my artwork a bit more, but also letting myself be free to try so many different techniques I wouldn't normally try

[@aidandoyle3570]

your sketchbook tours have always been my favorite thing to watch! it truly inspires and motivates me to hear you talk about each piece and what it means to you, and just seeing the process of your creations is always interesting! you are actually one of the artists that inspired me to pick up drawing again after i quit for roughly 2 years! So thank you for what you do :) it is truly appreciated!! much love!

[@erinvault6667]

Your voice is golden, thank you

[@coldmountainpix]

That was one of the most interesting sketchbook videos I have watched 💞 your talent is unique and beajtiful, I adore the pig morphing out of the peony. The chicken painting was so cool, I seriously know you are going to be famous someday☺

[@EmilyArts]

I just love sketchbook tours! They are so insightful and i find lots of inspiration from them. I'm currently trying out the canson 180. I have used moleskine for ages as they are my fav! I love your style and take on this sketchbook :D

[@kellytroy8525]

I watch sketchbook tours all the time and I noticed that everytime someone is talking about a drawing that THEY don’t like , I say to myself “WHAT?! It’s beauuutiful”. What you think is terrible someone else thinks it’s amazing. Just a tip. 🤗 you gained a subscriber mini small

[@trallivalli9055]

I'm obsessed with the way you colored your fire place! This is absolutely your style!

[@MelamoryBlack]

You are such inscredible person Minnie! Thanks for all your videos and sharing of your thoughts! You've been a huge inspiration for me recently, you remind me that art is not just about duty and work, but first of all it is about the enjoyment in the act of creating itself and it is something that I really love to do since childhood.

[@rosina29]

These are beautiful! You deserve more love! 💖💖😘😍

[@anonnone8196]

Found your channel a week or two ago, and have been really enjoying going through your older videos. *Sidenote You have lovely hands.

[@monalefae]

Le Petit Afrique she dooooooes!!! 😲🙌🏾👌🏾

[@abvbeyond6856]

I honestly love how you're all over the place with you sketchbook. It's seems like it takes alot of the pressure off

[@deimanteganyte1904]

Watching your videos makes me want to experiment and get out of my confort zone :) You are one of the few art youtubers who can get me into the creative and relaxed mind-set and I'm really grateful for that ^-^ Thank you for making these wonderful videos, Minnie :)

[@yaaaaaa3865]

I love how excited you were in this video, I think all of your art was great. Love to see the progression.

[@macdre3911]

I really love how your videos and messages can be related to so many different aspects of life and not just art... But in a way I guess life is art right? Your vids are just always inspiring and relatable. Just dope af ❤️

[@jessezhang5194]

I really like what you said about asking your sketchbook questions. Love your videos!

[@screamingintotheabyss8458]

I am OBSESSED with your new space! I keep forgetting about it until I see it in these new videos - it's a nice touch. I love your sketchbook tours. Keep up the great work! :)

[@xphan5658]

Your sketchbook is beautiful!

[@shlay25]

These are always so great to watch! I love seeing the process and how things are done. So nice! You have been such an inspiration the last 2 years for me so thank you for all that you do on KZbin!

[@MicahBuzanANIMATION]

You have such an appealing art style.

[@jamilcharles9159]

I am so glad you did a skecthbook tour,really appreciate your work Minnie!

[@weirdburdlady786]

I love seeing the planning process of your great artworks! It's nice seeing you trying out random things and them actually turning out really good like the eyeballs or the fireplace for example. Can't wait for your next sketchbook!

[@theoneonlyjustine]

I love the animal explorations you did in this book, from the adorable sheep to the chickens! I enjoy seeing the ways you experiment with new "subjects" like that while putting your own stylistic spin on them. I really enjoy your work & your videos! :)

[@maxikingsonice3933]

i loove your style SO much!

[@theartlark3301]

I love all the different things you did in this! I think for me the eyes are the most memorable. I don't know why but I really like them and drawings of eyeballs aren't exactly something you see everyday XD

[@lu8201]

Love the sheep, flowers and landscapes xx

[@sarah13pink]

Each page gives me so much inspiration ❤

[@yellow-pear]

I really like the way you keep a sketchbook. It never occurred to me to jump around but I’ll definitely try it for my next sketchbook. It was also so cool to see the pomegranate pig process layer out like that. So rad

[@RealBlackEssence]

Oh, now, Minnie! I enjoyed this! You seemed inspired and driven and much more cheerful! Looking into your sketchbook shows just how beautiful your sweet mind is and how you're growing into a truly amazing artist! I'm glad I look up to you! Very, very proud of you!

[@adibazaman2914]

Her nails are so perfect omg 😍

[@arelycastillo3]

I need sprint of those flowers and the tattoo sketches!!!!! I’m so in love

[@dalegonzales7669]

your one of the most talented people ever, your sketchbook is amazing!

[@pisspoo630]

No no no no, not "Mistakes", HAPPY ACCIDENTS

[@Immort4llity]

Bob Ross! :)

[@Sara-ji6xv]

and happy trees

[@mslightbulb]

Sara and happy nightmare fuel :)

[@pradeepvarshney8425]

*positive vibes* kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJ-3fH-Gl5WVmtU Art channel

[@pradeepvarshney8425]

@@Immort4llity kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJ-3fH-Gl5WVmtU Art channel

[@RealElongatedMuskrat]

I cannot thank my lucky stars enough to have found you! Your channel is going to be my inspiration to get back into art this summer

[@kimberlyjeffers1623]

I’m always looking back like that when I’m at my drawing desk!!!!! I loved this video, very real thank you for sharing

[@KatnippStudios]

I love listening to these, I love listening while im working and watching in the background, your voice is so soothing, hahah I listen to them like podacasts hehehe :D Keep being amaaaazing!

[@andrea66]

I love your sketchbook, every page is a surprise! Thanks for sharing.

[@LarsVision]

Thank you for sharing your work and some of your process. The flowers and pig development is too cool.

[@benpahucki7322]

Why is this only the first video of your's that I've watched?! Stunning concepts and pieces, and I personally find your style very pleasing. Keep up the awesome!

[@ItsLizV]

Lovely sketchbook :) I love seeing the progression from rough idea to sketch to final painting!

[@johncenas5143]

You’ve inspired me to start a journal/sketchbook and do a watercolor illustration a day! Ily ☺️

[@lauracipr313]

Your sketchbooks are always lovely, so nice to see how you progress throughout it 💕

[@amandad8648]

Yet another lovely sketchbook tour ❤️ I especially liked your commentary on the gouache portraits that didn’t quite come out as planned. I always try to finish my drawings/paintings, because even if I don’t like them, they still teach me something 😊 keep up the amazing work

[@hipatena]

Loved the sketchbook tour! Your videos and art always help me the most when I'm feeling uninspired to keep on practicing, kisses from Spain!

[@Phianett]

I always look forward to your videos. Thank you for sharing your sketchbook. 💗

[@loggedout6937]

Thanks for inspiring me, with ideas in every video! ❤️✨ Your art skills are good as, and that sketchbook looks amazing inside and out. ps. From your Australian fan 😅✨

[@karolsartoasis4815]

Keeping a sketchbook dose have challenges like the part of you or me that is that will want the page to look good and be art in of itself and the part of me tat needs to develop practices and idea's. I love the title of this video learning to love my mistakes. I am doing a part time MA course and we had a whole lecture on that very concept. Suggesting that threw mistakes we grow more than threw success but I think you need both to grow. To much of one or the other can put one off balance. Thanks for the lovely video. I watched this really cool serious on Netflix she gotta have it and I taught you might enjoy it. Well if you are on Netflix I would recommend it. Have a great Sunday.

[@rinlehtisaari6419]

i love absolutely every sketch book / drawing video you have done... super inspirational and how i want my sketchbooks to look like (cause I haven't yet filled one)

[@Aurelia2147]

Really love this video because besides all the amazing sketches you drew it’s so interesting to see how you experiment with styles and colours. This is one of those videos on KZbin I’m surely going to go back to a lot because it’s just so beautiful, inspiring and relaxing to watch! 😍

[@wildatheart4037]

I absolutely love your sketchy style!!

[@-.acnm.-]

you've got lovely hands and the nails are so pretty too ✨✨

[@lelkytira7573]

I adore the sketchbook and your art style it's gorgeous

[@IGarrettI]

I absolutely love your art, it has this timeless quality to it, like it could belong in a museum hundreds of years ago but also hundreds of years from now, if that makes sense hehe

[@heatherrose2436]

I actually really like the colours you used in the little portrait at 3:00 I thought that looked so good when you turned to that page xx

[@xoxoalyssaahh]

I love your work, your 'mistakes', your process !!! favourite new channel!!! go minnie :)

[@caitlinbriggs3891]

I totally agree with you about the wire bound sketchbook thing! I've been eyeing off the Mossery Sketchbooks for ages but i'm just too loyal to a good hardbound. I hope they make some in the future, but if i'm honest i'll probably cave and buy one of these. They're just too pretty! ❤️

[@TiennyThe]

Thank you for this video. It helps me to open my mind to love my mistakes. I have been struggling in it.

[@onzeeleven1111]

Loved that video and how you explained every work in it!

[@FutileGrief]

Loved the video and specially the development of the piggy artwork. Gagh, beautiful!

[@katyt234]

I just want to thank you for how much you've helped me over the past few months. I'm transferring to an art school in part because your videos have made me realize how much I want to be creative and have that outlet. My personal challenge is 30 days of Moana! I'm painting stills from the movie and adding lyrics in English, French, or Spanish, whichever goes best. I would definitely not have the motivation to push through this not so impressive period in my art were it not for you and all you share about pushing through your mistakes

[@tesaaa88]

Thanks for sharing. I really enjoy your videos! I like hearing your thought process and have learnt a lot from you. I am inspired!!!

[@sophiasimmons3307]

Your sister is in roller derby! Thats so cool! (I'm in roller derby too and I get really excited when people mention it).

[@Mimi127]

I love your style! Your line art is amazing

[@Gwencassidy]

I love the chickens

[@Sara-uk6rc]

Thank you! I needed this.

[@KateGoesExploring]

I actually think this is one of the most inspiring videos you've put out yet. Something about this sketchbook is super dynamic. Maybe it's the fact that it is a bit more raw, like you were saying. Can't type any more -- must sketch! :D Thank you for sharing this. It's really motivating! Cheers

[@bellen3304]

Tbh I love your more rambly videos :) You worked with the pages so well with this sketchbook, and all the colours are so lovely. Good job ^_^

[@jibreelbad8854]

Love tho video! As usual, like the eyeballs drawings I'm practicing that as well.. peace

[@suepham8008]

Love your aesthetic :D

[@robinl9206]

Thank you, Minnie😃 I enjoyed the tour

[@LetsCurdle]

Aww I love watching you grow! ^^

[@EveFleurCeramics]

Love your videos so much!! You’ve really inspired me and given me confidence to start my own art channel 😊

[@asherisenberg6784]

Love ur setup and work sooooo much