Comments I Hate as an Artist on YouTube - JUST STOP!

These are the lies that stop beginner artists from creating amazing things.
Today I want to address some comments I’ve been getting, and that I know other artists (both professionals and beginners) face regularly on KZbin, Instagram, and other social media.
But this is not just a rant about troll comments. In fact, many of these comments have come from well-meaning people.
I’m addressing 7 specific “LIES ABOUT CREATIVITY” - Some of these are the things that we have all been guilty at some point of telling ourselves - and they will hold you back more than any skill or supplies every will.
Tell me - which one of these 7 thoughts resonates with you the most?
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[@castlegarden2999]

On the “wasting art supplies” comment: I had a friend who once kept telling me that beginners in any hobby should not have expensive supplies because that would be considered a waste. But then how is anyone supposed to learn how the medium works? And what about hobbies that are expensive from the beginning? There’s nothing wrong with buying school-grade materials but there’s a level of quality that actually helps motivate a person to create, I think.

[@tswain92_]

You are quite correct.

[@nancyhappily9503]

I had an online online instructor that suggested buying the "best supplies you can afford, you'll never regret it." The best advice besides tutorials that I've received. Whether it's Crayola or Polychromos pencils or anything in between. Why not give yourself the best advantage if it's something you really enjoy and want to do. (imho)

[@EgoBrain1]

Also, some cheap supplies are harder to work with and will make it harder to learn or you may get frustrated and give up. Cheap pencils that don't blend, paper that pills, etc...it just makes it harder.

[@SarahRenaeClark]

Exactly. I actually found my technique improved much faster when I finally bought better supplies.

[@ladygreytea]

I think another reason to buy "good" art supplies is for motivation. If you're really excited about your art supply, the more likely you are to use it and try it out immediately! Having something that is good and works well will keep you wanting to try them again or continue what you started. It's easier to keep your momentum and think "Wow! Better than I expected!", than to get frustrated with how terrible it works, and think that YOU are the reason it's garbage. I bought the Arteza Pro Colored Pencils. My coloring book is crap (no tooth), but those pencils are making that crap book SHINE!!!

[@merchantarthurn]

God I hate that "waste" comment so much. Especially for those of us who do art as a hobby - it's meant to be fun! Like you said - if you don't use your supplies, THAT'S when it's a waste. Messing about, having fun, entertaining yourself and others with your art - that's all value. I think it's people getting hung up in that "monetise your hobbies" mindset. You don't have to be "productive" or make money in order to make splashing out worth it!!

[@bethmc95]

I don't sell my art. I have people who offer to buy it or tell me that I should sell it but I don't want to. I started learning how to draw last April when everything was shut down and I was out of work. It was something I had always wanted to do. It is therapy for me. I give away my drawings to people who I think will appreciate them. More power to the people who can make money from their art but I'm not one of them. I do it for fun.

[@M5518-k5u]

I agree. Just because our hobby 'produces' something why do we have to then try and sell what we've made?! Most hobbies cost money, but there's no pressure for say, tennis players, to make back the money they've spent on a racket or shoes etc! Yet if we spend money on pencils, we're judged, and expected to recoup that money. Why?!

[@JillH419]

My husband keeps going on about how I should make money by selling what I create, and sometimes I do, but not often. He plays video games, no income there, and he isn’t even able to sell his games when he's done with them. I have dies, stamps, paper etc that I could sell if I needed to. It’s a hobby, not a job. Also, you can’t make a silk purse out of a sow's ear, if you don’t have nice materials, you’re not going to get a nice outcome. Use the good stuff!

[@bethmc95]

@@M5518-k5u I tried to sell my yarn crafts a few times and it was a huge headache so I quit doing it. I make stuff and give it as gifts and donations. It takes away from my joy when I try to sell it so that defeats the purpose. I think it's wonderful when people can make money from selling their arts and crafts but I've never been able to figure out how to do it without a lot of hassle. I'm sticking with drawing and crocheting for fun.

[@bethmc95]

Something I've noticed is that the people who say you should sell your work, shut up really fast when you tell them how much you charge. I used to try and sell my yarn crafts and people would go on and on about how nice they were and how I should sell them until I told them how much it would cost to make a blanket with nice fluffy yarn then it was crickets. A handmade blanket takes a lot longer to make than a mass produced blanket from Walmart which is why it's more expensive. Just like an original piece of art hand drawn or painted by an artist is going to cost more than a mass produced print from Michael's. And people wonder why artists and crafters don't want to sell their work.

[@dawsie]

My Mom use to tel me she could not draw a straight line, I have been painting for so long I can not remember when I started, Mom use to tell everyone I was born with a brush in one hand and charcoal in my other 😹😹 well one day she told be her reason why she could not draw or paint and I sat there looked her in the eye and told her “but Mom I don’t draw any straight lines in my work” the look she gave me stopped her in her tracks the next day so looked up local art classes and signed up for art classes 3 years later she entered her first painting into a art competition and won first place. I was so proud of her not because she won but because she finally listened to what I was telling her and finally picked up her courage and ran with it . I have so many hobbies but my first love is painting . When I started doing my family history I was stunned to find that one side of my family were in fact artists not with just paint and drawing but also with metal work, wood working we have one member who has his works hanging in the Edinburgh art museum. My Grandmother use to play the flute in the Edinburgh orchestra back in the 1940’s until she got married to grandpa and gave it all up to raise a family.

[@SarahRenaeClark]

What a great story! Thanks for sharing!

[@missjoshemmett]

By the way, there is a trick to drawing a straight line which I learned in adult dot-to-dot! LOL

[@wandabrantley9742]

I am new here, but LOVE this! I used to sketch & paint, but for the past 4 years have been helping care for my mother going thru dementia. She passed away mid-June. I always told myself I was going to sketch while caring for her, but was so emotionally drained it just didn't happen. I am thrilled to get into this type of coloring book creativity! I have unpacked my Prismacolor pencils & have ordered a new book & markers (arriving today) & am ready to get started! Thank you for showing your techniques for getting more than just a flat color. Thank you for your encouragement. I have another take on 'wasting' supplies. A beautiful soul of a lady told me once, as a young mother, not to let my "good dishes" sit in the cabinet, waiting for the 'special days' for fear of breaking them. If they get broken we couldn't use them, but if they are hidden away (for fear of breaking) we aren't using them, so what's the difference? And aren't our children, and those "ordinary days" worthy of something beautiful? Let the ordinary days be extraordinary!

[@shadowguard3578]

Sorry to hear about the passing of your mother. I hope that coloring and being creative brings joy to you as much as it does to me.

[@SarahRenaeClark]

I’m so sorry for your loss. And I love the analogy about the good dishes. My parents also had a set of “good cutlery” they were given as a wedding present and never used. It was a common thing in their generation. I asked dad about it, and he agreed- why not use them? Enjoy them!

[@candykortsmit2452]

I loved your view on wasting art supplies (it even made me cry). I've been told so many times as a child not to waste paper or paint or other art supplies, that now it's holding me back to even try something new.

[@SarahRenaeClark]

Isn’t it such a devastating way we’ve been taught? Imagine trying to learn to bake if you weren’t allowed to use any ingredients or make a mistake! So much pressure. It’s time to change the way we think as a society about learning, failing, and wasting supplies.

[@SnabbKassa]

Well, most people don't seem to know that young trees (that replaced the ones chopped down to make paper) suck up more carbon than old ones. So making them into paper is actually good for the environment.

[@janicehammock121]

I’m guilty of saying some of those comments. I’m a perfectionist and I do not like to fail coloring my pages. I watch you or someone other colorists on KZbin and sometimes I get discouraged because mine doesn’t in my mind look as good as yours. Your words made me think. Thank you for opening my eyes.

[@SarahRenaeClark]

I grew up as a perfectionist. The best thing I did was learn how to let go of that and accept mistakes. My skills have grown so much faster since doing so. You can do it!

[@atticusfinch4266]

I used to feel that way. To the point I wouldn't even start. Yesterday I cut a page out of my favorite book, I didn't like the way it was going and it's my book. Sometimes my muse makes promises my skills can't keep. I like what I do. Its coloring.

[@bloodyrose7046]

I'm a perfectionist too and it is hard to get around that. But it is okay to make mistakes even though we may die a little inside. I recently had to draw a piece because I screwed up on it. However with the piece I messed up on,I'm recycling it as it being my testing piece for the one I redrew. Since I'm trying something new with it and a new medium. (Also need to figure out those colors.😌👌) Either way,it turned out to be a happy accident. I'm not sad anymore and I got to change a little something with the new redrawn piece.

[@robwm1]

Sometimes it's the imperfections that make the art piece unique and interesting.

[@bethmc95]

I only started drawing last year and I used to get frustrated when I didn't think my work was as good as other people's work. I've learned to compare myself only with myself and not with other people. I look back at the drawings I did a year ago and I'm better than I was then. You have to enjoy the process, not just the end result. When I'm drawing, it is very therapeutic for me and helps with my anxiety and depression and that's the important thing, not necessarily how my drawings turn out.

[@AniguiseArts]

The wasting art supplies point is a good one. I look at all those and see a lot of effort and creativity but I still struggle with thinking that some of my own art isn’t good enough to “waste” my good supplies on. It’s an ingrained thought that we as a community need to spin into something better because, like you said, supplies are MEANT to be used, not just to look pretty on a shelf

[@1Letter23Numbers.]

The reject supplies that didnt meet expectations and look pretty serve as decorations. I made a note for myself in a quality sketchbook that I was having a hard time using encouraging me to use it. Essentially, I bought like 3 of them in an amazing sale and the not basically says: you bought 3, they were practically free and you and I both know you're going to buy more so start using this and don't worry about mistakes. I buy the best that I can afford and have fun playing. My intent isn't to end up in a museum or gallery; I just want to relax and have fun and make pretty things without fighting materials to get good results.

[@M5518-k5u]

Exactly! Does the fisherman not use his best rod? The tennis player his best racket? The photographer his best camera? No, they use their best equipment, so why don't we?!

[@scp-09698]

@@M5518-k5u because it lasts …

[@xvgarnet]

I love how you are so respectful of other people's opinions but at the same time you're not afraid of expressing your own, that's amazing! I agree with what you said about wasted art supplies. They are only wasted if they are not being used.

[@camcab147]

You're raising some excellent points, Sarah. I'm just up to the part where you mentioned people saying digital art isn't real art. Oh, sigh, I've dabbled with Procreate which is fine but haven't put the time into it enough. Do I think it's art? Yes! Equally as much as pencil on paper or paint on canvas. My perspective mainly falls in the knitting community though. I knit with needles though I do have a knitting machine (LK150, not one of the punchcards or electronic ones), which I've used to make a jumper each for my twin nephews. Nevertheless, people seem to view knitting machines as 'cheating'. I've heard the same about digital art and it really baffles me. Who on Earth is being cheated by someone using a knitting machine or using digital tools for art? It's not a competition and the knitting machine and digital tools are just that - tools. No one is being cheated! I feel like saying to those people, "You drive to work, right? Well that's cheating, you should walk," or "You do your laundry with a washing machine? That's cheating, you should use a washboard and mangle." So, all of you who do digital art or use knitting machines, keep doing it! You're not cheating, your art is still art and your knitting is still knitting. Right, back to watching the video...

[@bethmc95]

I used to loom knit all the time (I haven't done much in a couple of years, I now prefer to crochet) but it used to piss me off when people said that loom knitting was cheating. It makes no sense! Cheating is when you get something by breaking the rules or stealing someone's test answers. How is using a different tool to create cheating? I draw using colored pencils and pastels but I would never say that digital drawing is cheating. If anything I would say it's probably MORE difficult in some ways because you have to be proficient in technology which I definitely am not.

[@wonderwonder30]

And those are the same people that say using a knitting machine is cheating are the ones that are like “what do you mean you can’t knit 10 sweaters a day?” This is why I stopped selling my knit/crochet projects, because if I am going to knit/crochet something by hand it does take time and practice. Most of these doubters have no idea what goes into making “something” that’s why they criticize and make ridiculous comments.

[@camcab147]

@@wonderwonder30 oh yes! I knit and crochet too and have also had those comments. Want cheap? Shop High Street not hand crafted.

[@wonderwonder30]

@@camcab147 Exactly! They also compare something they bought at Walmart to what I made by hand, it’s like come on! Or they want you to replicate what they saw at a big box store and want to pay the same price, it’s like, hello, this made by hand by a human. I can’t just copy everything you see and be done with it in a day. It’s hard not to take a pair of gloves and slap ‘em around…I’m just kidding, I have a weird sense of humor lol

[@missjoshemmett]

It is annoying when they have a contest on a colouring page and say "no digital pictures."

[@BonesAndButtons]

Sarah, I read some of those horrible comments at the beginning. I hate that you have to deal with such hatefulness! But how graciously you rise above the ugliness and choose to build up others. You have really shown your fine character with this video. Thank you for the pep talk! I needed to hear those things. I have blank canvasses hanging on my walls because of my self doubt. I hear you! Especially about “wasting art supplies” and “fear of making mistakes”.

[@SarahRenaeClark]

All the comments are worth it if it can help someone else overcome some of these things x

[@melr215]

Thankyou for the comments you made on wasted supplies. You are so right. The wasted supplies are the ones that sit around not being used. I've been so precious with all of my art supplies, " can't use the new paint, can't possibly colour with the new pencils.." and its a big, fat, waste of product. You have inspired me today to get them off the shelf, dust them off, and use them for goodness sake!!!

[@SarahRenaeClark]

Yay! Good luck! Enjoy them!

[@andrewmandywilsontatham49]

Great video AGAIN! I grew up in the Doodle Art age, we all had colouring books, pencils, felt pens, and paints. Doodle Art posters were great. So about 4 years ago, I didn't have a garden, I didn't have energy to quilt, and I had no money. I downloaded some free colouring pages and spent $5 on felt pens to get started with colouring. I just felt like it at the time. My sister also felt like colouring, she had income, and went to the local art supplies shop, and started a collection of Derwents, then Polychromos and Prismacolour with all the "best"books. Neither of us knew until months later that we'd done it at the same time. Later I found books and pencils at the $2 shop, and later still I was able to buy my Lyra 36 set. I felt like a real colourist! We both get enoyment from our hobbies no matter what we spend. Now I have quite a few Chinese made sets. And I'm no artist, my hands just don't do what my mind sees. And I can do all manner of other stuff, including freehand quilting. I can draw some things, but find life is much easier just colouring. And I'm content with that. There is artistic ability on both sides of the family: it doesn't necessarily mean that talent is going to come out as an artist. But I can create harmony and pattern in a garden or a quilt, or even in a jersey (knitting) or a pair of period knitted Roman socks. That's all still art, just a different medium. Even making my halters and lead ropes is an art.

[@kathykolenda7517]

New subscriber. Thank you for a great video! Very inspiring. I have a ton of pencils, water colors, acrylic paints and coloring books. 2 years ago someone made a negative comment to me about my art and I hadn’t colored or painted since. After watching this I am cleaning out my art area and getting back to it. I didn’t even realize how much I missed it until I started watching your videos a week ago.

[@SarahRenaeClark]

I’m so glad to hear you’re giving it another go!

[@lemoncrinckles]

Thank you, Sarah. You handled a topic that could have turned into a rant about trolls, tactfully and intelligently. For myself, I had to release the desire to do calligraphy when the arthritis in my hand made it impossible to control the swoops and line gradations. Instead, pencil coloring has become extremely satisfying. Additionally, I had to stop feeling like I was "cheating" when I copied another, more advanced artist's work. It has become part of the learning process. Thanks again! (:

[@zumaone3692]

And always remember that 'Perfect" especially with any type of art is a matter of perspective. Great video Sarah, so glad you put this one out. And lastly, one thing I notice a lot when showing my art to someone, they don't see what I may have thought was a mistake, and if I happen to point my 'mistake' out to them I find that most of the time they tell me they didn't even notice or that they didn't see anything wrong with it...we are usually our own worst critic.

[@mememebeth]

I definitely struggle with the not wanting to "waste" my supplies or "ruin" a coloring book. Great advice, Sarah!

[@faolagrant221]

I agree with all you said. I appreciate that you said you failed on your Disney page(I want to watch that video) so that we all know it’s ok to fail sometimes. This video gave me more confidence to color instead of being intimidated by my coloring vs. someone else’s coloring. I hope that makes sense.. thank you

[@kellyfoster6983]

one of my friends says she hasn't a creative bone in her body and I tell her I'm yet to see someone produce such beautiful food as she does. Creativity has so many different places to live than just in "art".

[@crymars5890]

Sarah, I enjoyed everything you said in this. My art isn’t as good as yours (I know something you hate to hear and this is only in my perspective) however, I enjoy coloring, trying out new things and crafting. I do it for me and not anyone else. Just like I’m not a great singer (I won’t be winning any competitions) but I enjoy singing so I do it anyway. I have loved coloring my entire life (I was an adult coloring enthusiast before it was cool) and I still have coloring books from when I was young. I love looking through them and seeing the things I’ve done over the years. I always sign and date the pages and anyone that wants to color in one of my books must also sign and date the pages. It’s especially cool when kids do this. You then have a little time capsule of their progress. FYI one of my books dates back to 1985. 😁 I’m pretty old these days. Some of the kids that colored in these books are now adults with children of their own.

[@fangchick93]

I'm disabled (physically and mentally) so I literally have nothing but time. I have a queen size bed and the half I don't use is covered in sketchbooks and different art mediums so I can just have everything at my fingertips. I consider art a rabbit hole that just sucks people in until they have to try everything at least once. I'm getting a sticker maker on my next payday and I'm so excited to play with it

[@zumaone3692]

The things I absolutely love about you is first of all your wonderful sense of humor! And the other thing is that you are always encouraging and supportive. Thank you so much for all your videos, even when you try things and they don't work out like you planned; in fact those are wonderful times to encourage your viewers, which you do. Thank you again I really enjoy the work you do here on the tube. You encourage me and just make me feel good, your kindness is very refreshing.

[@JFoxinator]

Excellent points. You nailed it with being afraid to waste supplies... and you're right... it's never a waste to use the supplies to try any creative project (successful or not). This was a motivating video for me. :)

[@bagadiongcyver2789]

"We are all creative in our own way." Have a great day everyone😁

[@bloodyrose7046]

Preach it.👏

[@tamaralewis9258]

That's right. Thanks I needed that. I get comments saying my art is terrible and I'm not good enough. But this saying will help me. 😊😊😊

[@jodiegilroy4537]

Would definitely like to see you do another crayola challenge. I love your suggestion of finding little ten minute pockets of time to be creative. I’m going to try that this week, rather than feeling overwhelmed by large projects, just do a little bit here and there.

[@robwm1]

When I look at coloring pages, I try to see it in "smaller sections" rather than to look at the page as a whole. When you look at the picture in smaller chunks or areas, you begin to see a way how it can be done. If I look at the whole page and focus on how much work it will take, I can feel apprehensive about even starting.

[@justachick9029]

i needed to hear this. I have Prismacolors, Faber castell polychromos, as well as lower quality pencils....and even i am afraid of wasting good supplies on an art project.....its all about the mentality of the artist that has the biggest impact on how one progresses

[@PataPtichou]

I'm pretty agree with all of your statements ! If I could add one, it would be the comments about "talent", I personally take them as a denial of the hard work, effort and long practice of the artist ! I think what people take for "talent" is in reality : passion. The passion of something allows to do the same activity again, again, again and again when it's long, difficult, and the result isn't "perfect", while other people give up by trying the same thing and realizing it's difficult and the result is not "good enough" for them. Except the "I can't afford art supplies" one, I think all of them are just excuses : it's ok to not wanting to be an artist, to not wanting to learn something else, everyone can have their own hobbies and passions, but people in general, by seeing someone doing something, feel the urge to explain why they "can't" do the same...

[@darkerSolstice]

I used to really grapple with "I am not a creative person" really hard. I struggle with drawing a lot--but as I mentioned on your other video, I take photos for Unsplash. Which may not sound like the most creative outlet for some, but it's allowed me to look at the world from a new angle. When I worked downtown, before the global panini, I used to go to the mall down the block from our office and photograph mannequins during my lunch break when I was stressed.

[@SarahRenaeClark]

Photography can be SO creative… and Unsplash has an amazing curation of creativity, so if you’re on there, you must be creative!

[@julieconway6977]

Good Morning and thanks! I absolutely loved this video and I am 100% guilty of every comment you mentioned….thank you for your insight into pushing through and feeling confident …..I am a beginning watercolorist and watch lots of amazing KZbin tutorials and have some good supplies ….this encouragement really applies to every genre and level of expertise for aspiring “creatives”!

[@amaza888]

Around 7 years ago, I was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis. Suddenly, I couldn’t work and had to adapt my lifestyle around this disease. And that’s when I started coloring. Visual arts were never a part of my life before. I played music, was into literature, theatre, but now a whole new world of creativity had opened! Coloring, drawing, ecoprinting, sculpting, I love it all. It also opened my eyes to visual arts in general, art history, different art styles, etc. I really hope people will hear your plea. Everybody needs to slow down and remember what it is to “learn” skills… We live in a culture where we want things “instantly”, instant talent, instant masterpiece, instant fame. It’s not about that. At all. Let us be inspired by the art of others, not shamed or put down or discouraged. This was a very important video in my opinion. Thank you, Sarah, for sharing your thoughts and for all the inspiration! 💖🎨

[@sylviameppen-rentenaar9405]

Hi, I just wanted to respond to your message. I also have MS. Nice to see that you can now enjoy the new things in life that have now come your way. I have now also become more aware of my own strength in art, singing and reading books. How beautiful is this? Of course, living with MS is a hard road. But luckily there are also beautiful things that we encounter. I wanted to send you warm greetings.

[@amaza888]

@@sylviameppen-rentenaar9405 Agreed! 💖

[@SarahRenaeClark]

I love your thought about our instant culture. We need to learn how to learn again!

[@ChelleBeeby]

💜💜💜tfs💜💜💜 I adore my crayolas... sure one day I'd love a really nice set, but at night when I'm relaxing watching (I use the term watching very loosly) my stories, I love to also keep my hands busy! I colour mostly for pain distraction so I don't compare myself, but then I don't compare myself with my other hobbies either (and trust me there is a lot!) I'm not doing any of those things for anyone else, so I don't care what anyone else thinks to be honest! I watch you guys for inspiration and tips and tricks and what's new and all that, but I don't get put off by what you're doing if I can't!

[@tkkozeluh]

I’m guilty of some of these. I agree with everything you said. I think many people have art trauma from school…I remember being in first grade standing at an easel with the assignment of painting a house. As the teacher went by and looked at each of us painting you could tell what she thought of our work. Kids aren’t stupid. They can feel when they are being judged. Thank you for being so supportive!

[@lmadunic]

I didn't think I was an artist. I remember saying 'I can't paint but I can make an amazing power point presentation and teach skills that can make someone think'. Now I have sold several paintings and realise that creative people just find an outlet for their need to create something.

[@patytrico]

As with any creator, one must take away what one likes and just drop what not. My mother always tell: "If you dont have anything constructive to contribute, do not speak". I try to follow the advice :) Love your dedication and find your work inspiring :) Hugs from Uruguay.

[@melsgalleria]

Thank you for making a video about this! I think the one thing that irks me more than anything is the art police. The only art rule I agree with is not to steal other peoples art. Otherwise, I say be creative however you see fit. If you need to trace a circle, trace a circle, use a ruler, whatever you want to do.

[@beckbabej]

There is no "stealing" in art. Ask the paint by number kit folks. When we copy the works of great artists that becomes part of our body memory and improves our skill. It's called a study, and until the past few years, every artist knew it was the best way to learn.. Even those who complain about taking people's style are wrong. Look at the old masters; one would do something and the rest would follow. That's how we got movements, all the artists were doing the same thing. Not to mention that in the past artists would apprentice under a master, literally learning their style to a t.

[@melsgalleria]

@@beckbabej There actually is a such thing as stealing in art. I have had it happen in which people have either just taken it and said it was theirs, or traced it and claimed it as their own. I don't consider it stealing when you are doing studies for educational purposes, and keeping it private, or sharing it and crediting the original artist. However, if you take someones work and replicate it without permission or crediting and claiming it as your own that is stealing.

[@beckbabej]

@@melsgalleria well, I agree it's crappy, but maybe not stealing. Like I said, look at paint by numbers kits.

[@melsgalleria]

@@beckbabej I don't think you understand how that sort of stuff works. Things like diamond paintings, paint by numbers, coloring books ect. are typically made from work that an artist was hired to design, the company paid for the rights to use their design, or it is a product made by a specific artist. That has nothing to do with art theft unless the company was using the work without the artists consent in which they could be sued for as that is illegal and considered theft. Same thing goes for using peoples photos to create artwork. You either need to use royalty free photos, your own photos, or you need consent for the photographer to use their work either for free or by paying to use it. So it is stealing if you post someones art as your own. However, if you are just using to to practice in your sketchbook and you aren't sharing it, that is fine. However, any work you post on youtube, instagram, or other online sites or make products of has to be your own work. You will have inspiration from other artists, and that is okay but copying someones work completely or even nearly completely is stealing.

[@beckbabej]

@@melsgalleria Lol, I don't think you understand reality. If someone copies your art and claims it as their own and even sells it, you will have almost no legal recourse. Unless you happen to be Disney and have lawyers on retainer. I wouldn't get yourself all upset about these so called crimes that you can't do anything about. As far as the paint by numbers, I meant when most people paint them, they sign them and claim them as their own, they don't credit the original artist, or even say it was a kit.

[@chrisgregore359]

Sarah, I'd love to see some photo realistic art made using Crayola pencils. I personally LOVE Crayola pencils. I have a large selection of Prismacolor pencils and some Polychromous pencils but, I still love Crayola pencils too and using them keeps me from being too "precious" with my art supplies. Thank you for your videos and tutorials. =)

[@robwm1]

Chris, have you tried using all of your pencils in one art piece? I have always wondered if you could get good results doing that.

[@chrisgregore359]

@@robwm1 Hi Rob, No I have not but this is a great idea ... I will have to try this. =)

[@emmawheeler4624]

I agree with all that you've said. The one about wasting expensive pencils in colouring books, I mean I get why people think that, but if you just like to colour books for fun, and want to get good at it with polychromos for example, then why not? Some people just like to colour for fun and not have it as a job or anything else, but it's a great way to learn the skill of colouring and blending and colour matching, so to me it makes sense. However I'm also in the field that I don't wanna "waste" a canvas on a painting or piece that's "sub par", and will use it when I'm ready, that's more to do with cost and space though than art supplies themselves, canvases cost money, and sketchbooks are cheaper, and easier to store than a chunky canvas. But I do agree on the whole. You can't go into colouring a piece and expect a masterpiece with those expensive pencils if you've not used them previously in practice pieces, colouring books can be seen as those practice pieces.

[@susans3320]

Yes please. Another crayola challenge could be fun! I am just starting out and I am on a fixed budget so learning how to use crayola efficiently could go a long way to more confidence. I also am hopeful that youtube artists are ok with using the lower budget supplies from time to time to help those of us who are stuck with them feel a little better about having to use them.

[@Patracat]

Susan, lower budget doesn't always mean low quality. One of my friends has gone through two boxes of Art Studio colour pencils (from Riot Art and Craft (in Australia, in case you are overseas). She swears by them. I gave her a box of Derwents I found at an opshop, but she hasn't bothered with them yet. She oonce bought me a box of Art Studio pencils because I was always borrowing hers when we had a colouring day together, and I discovered what an excellent pencil they are.

[@shreya7739]

Hey Serah..... I improved my drawing toooooo much because of your tutorials...... By the way Imma 9th grader, I specially wake at 5 a.m. to manage my study and art!!!!! Love u r drawing , creativity , perfections....... And especially u r speaking skills.... U inspired me a lot!!!!!!!!!!

[@SarahRenaeClark]

It all just takes practice, well done!

[@Teilchen2511]

I'm new here, but I found myself agreeing with you on all points. I love being creative, but there is so much stuff going on in my life, that I often don't have the head space to create and that's okay. I accepted that I have limited energy and way too many passions to do all of them all the time. So I kinda rotate between different hobbies (diamond painting, cross stitch, painting, miniatures, gaming, reading... this is nowhere near exhaustive) and that works for me, because my goal with these is to enjoy myself and I can do that without "mastering" any of them. I love your approach, you won me as a new subscriber. 💜

[@shadowheartart3898]

This video deserves a standing ovation. Both for your views, how you present them, and how you didn't end up with a rant about trolls. I especially resonated with your comment about not comparing your progress to someone else. I've said the same so many times that I feel like a broken record 😅 Don't compare your art to someone else (especially your favourite artist!). Instead, compare your new art to your own older pieces. It's the only way you'll be able to see your own progress 💖

[@cowcollectr]

Since your video about the Disney coloring book I actually started coloring in a book that I was "afraid to use" in the past. That was a challenging mindset to overcome but I'm glad I did!

[@anacarolicious]

A fantastic video. All your points are equally appliable for all forms of expression - a text you're writing, a song you'e composing, a dress you're sewing, a knitting project... Creativity is practice and there's no such a thing as "bad art" - we are evolving, so does our works. Maybe TODAY I think my art sucks, but it won't be tre tomorrow, if I keep exercising and practicing. It's interesting that when I'm stuck in something, I whisper to myself: "I cannot run a marathon whithout training" - and you said that, that's true for all in life.

[@mikehardy6248]

I really liked this video and agree I used to cringe when someone called me an artist cause I didn't think of my self as one, but now I just say thank-you. I also recently quit watercolor painting I wasn't getting better and I didn't enjoy it it stressed me out so I went back to color pencil. My new theory is that I'm more into dry medium so I'm gonna try pastels but drawing is what I excel at even though it takes much effort the greatest trick I learned about art is to have a sketch book it's OK to experiment and make mistakes in sketch books I think it's important to critique yourself to fix your short commings. But not not give up by saying I can't do it or I'm not good enough another thing I love and it helps is art groups you can give tips to artists with less experience and get tips for your self any way great video and thanks can't wait to see what you do with blender pencils

[@angelajclarkson]

All valid points. I love your attitude and applaud you for encouraging positivity towards ourselves and others. Thank you for taking the time to address all these issues and remind us that creativity is a process, a way of life and not necessarily all about output; that we all have differences in perspectives and there is no such thing as failure - as long as we keep on learning. xx

[@judithpharo8073]

This is the best video I have seen ! Thank you so much! Just printed a full page: " AIM FOR IMPROVEMENT" sign and posted it in front of my work station. Your kind and humble attitude has taught me more in the few months I have watching than any other person who has tried. You do it with humor and understanding, I hear in the back of your voice "I understand, this is how I learned from my mistakes. The word "mistake" does not belong in art - "just a new way of doing things" no one has ever done anything perfect the first time discovery is all part of our journey. Sarah, you are a very special teacher, welcome to my journey.

[@lightsprited5253]

Hej Sarah, I love your video's, as I am often down and trying to get out of my negativity, watching your video's is not only inspiring but something positive as well. Your enthousiasm and love for the things you do makes my heart and head a bit lighter and instantly I feel like I am in a better mood. I may not always make the time for coloring as I probably should, I tend to give up because of all these things in my head, memories, comments, lies I tell myself. Once I watch your video's I instantly feel like trying again. So... haters going to hate. But.. loved ones adore you and your work!

[@lettee1-2]

I've always wanted to tell you that I really admire you and LOVE how you talk & teach! The way you do it is patient, calm, relaxing and very informative AND real. Plus, your humor is lifting! What was said in the video helped me take a step back & realize it's OKAY to NOT be where other artists are. I need to Really start taking time out to do something every day & practice. (I mainly like to work w all sorts of Pastels.) Yet, my biggest problem is I often think on stuff too much. But after watching this video, I'm going to start taking more time to practice & stop overthinking everything & just DO. 😊 No matter the haters out there, please don't stop what you're doing! You truly are an amazing person & are making a difference in many ways! Have a Blessed weekend! (*side note - it's AWESOME how you didn't really touch on the Ugly posts. 👍🏻😊)

[@SarahRenaeClark]

I think the ugly posts already got more attention that they deserved. After all, that’s the only reason they post 😉

[@PamelasPassionforPencils]

Oh my goodness... I loved watching this so much Sarah! This is one of the best videos that ever hit the coloring community! I see so much of this in my Facebook group and in my comments section too. Fabulous video and so inspiring!

[@SarahRenaeClark]

Thank you!

[@emerana]

I've watched it 3 times... and will again

[@beatrixkogler8938]

Oh so good! You pointed out very good and true things. Was thrilled listening to you and I agree with all of it. Thanks so much. You spoke out of my ❤

[@aishaw132]

I love that you addressed comments to build and support your fan base. Mental health hero! Art isn't waste if it is fulfilling it's purpose... creating. I love your style of approach to art. Wasted if unused... very true!!!

[@nancyhappily9503]

I'm guilty of thinking negatively about my own art skills and abilities. As always your KZbin channel and tutorials have opened my eyes to changing my outlook. Thanks for sharing All of your insights and tutorials.

[@lorismith4106]

I am guilty of some of these things. Most recently, I commented on your Thomas Kincaid page and said something like it was better than anything I could do. Sooo, I won’t do that again😊. I love all three of the artists that you showed where people feel they waste art supplies. I have so much art stuff that isn’t used, and I agree, that is the biggest waste of all! Thanks for the reminder to be kinder to ourselves and others!

[@SarahRenaeClark]

I know those comments from everyone on that video were meant as compliments. But I’d much rather see people encouraged to build their skills than focusing on mine! ❤️😊

[@emmacolours2020]

I am a colorist and I draw great enjoyment from my hobby...I do like expensive art supplies and I am not afraid to use them in my books...I do not find this creative process that brings me joy in my life a waste at all....loved this video very thought provoking

[@avengefullgirl95]

I only discovered your channel yesterday, I really liked what I saw and I look forward to more videos in the future. I wish people on the internet werent so toxic, I hope this video educates them a bit to reflect on what they say to others in the future

[@lindafieldsstudio]

Oh ny gosh Sarah - you hit the mark and did so more than once! It took my entire life to end up having the studio of my dreams. I can't tell you how many times I lost everything I owned. Those traumatic events scarred me. I'm working hard to conquer my struggles. For example: 1) I'm ok with making mistakes because happy mistakes and learning come from them. But how many art supplies will I waste because of those mistakes? This points back to losing everything and not have the money to buy. This is hard! 2) I absolutely love to experiment but referring back to #1, how many materials will I waste in the process? Maybe none! But can I afford to run out? 3) If I keep using my supplies, I will eventually run out. Will they even be available when I'm ready to reorder? Will they be there when I need them most? 4) It shocked me to learn just how many crafting and art supplies are collectibles! I'm not looking for resell value but because the companies only make a certain amount to sell, there's no guarantee I will be able replenish my stock once I use it all. This isn't true for things like colored pencils or pens but there are many things in the art community ranging from stamps to inks that eventually get discontinued or they stop making them after a certain number. 5) I don't have the patience. Life wrecks havoc on my nerves so the last thing I want is to "deal" with a creative snafu which frustrates me so. I have to leave my studio so I can return, refreshed and ready to be creative again. It's a reality but it's something I'm working to correct. 6) Don't finish because I like what I have now and don't want to possibly ruin it. Ok, this is yet another "something" I'm dealing with and I am getting better! How? I've found new ways to create so that if I do make a mistake, I didn't ruin the other piece I love. Yes, I'm creating in stages and each stage has different opportunities to turn any mistakes I've made into wonderful transformations that look like I did them on purpose. 7) I am actually inspired by and learn from those who are far beyond my own skill level. Don't talk to me like I'm 5 years old. Don't give me cheap Tempura paint and tell me I can create a professional piece with it. The right tool for the job is so true and incredibly important. But yes, I'm learning how to find time and use for the cheaper materials. It's a fun challenge but I'm working to present Penny Pinching methods to get similar, beautiful results. Thank you for this video and all my love and hugs to you! You're awesome.

[@MoonSpinners]

I agree with the waste of supplies section. I really believe that you should use whatever you want do whatever art you want to do. It’s not a waste to use your expensive pencils for colouring books if you’re enjoying what you’re doing. I kept a sealed block of Das clay for 20 years, waiting for the right time to use it, If I was going to open it, I HAD to create a sculptural masterpiece, because of the pressure I put on myself, I created nothing. Ironically, I actually got that block of clay out yesterday to use it, just to enjoy using it, and it was hard as a rock! So, use what you want regardless of price or any failed outcomes. 🤗

[@asiaweaver1767]

I did an experiment where I drew 2 hours 6 days out of the week for 4 months for a college behavior class. At first, it was fun, different, and relaxing. However, I noticed I grew extremely tired of drawing by the end of the experiment. I would draw random things I did not really want to draw just to say I drew something. This is why I do not get why people say you should draw everyday. Eventually, you will get tired of it no matter how much you enjoy drawing. Overall, my art did get better though. I learned new techniques and about color theory within a short amount of time. Now, I draw less, but I noticed I’m still getting better. Drawing everyday or almost everyday is overrated in my opinion.

[@FranNyan]

When you make it an every day challenge, it starts turning into a chore and obligation, which can turn anything sour. So while it can work to help push people through blocks and build skills, sometimes it also can burn them out. I honestly tend to think of any of those things as an " Aim to [do the thing] every day, but take vacation days as needed."

[@asiaweaver1767]

@@FranNyan Exactly. I was very burnt out by the end of the challenge which I did not expect because I was doing something I enjoy.

[@Skittl1321]

I think there is also a difference between 10 minutes a day, and 2 hours a day. I try to paint 10 minutes everyday, and then hours on the days that I can. Making it a habit makes it so you don't put it off forever, but I don't think she is saying to make it an obligation

[@asiaweaver1767]

@@Skittl1321 That’s another good point. Maybe if I limited the time I drew per day, I would not have burned out so quickly. I was practicing realism and for me that can take a great chunk of time to start and finish something so I thought 2 hours would be a short amount of time. I might retry drawing everyday again, but lowering it to 30 minutes or even less.

[@gr5554]

you're totally right, art can be a manifestation in different forms. You could put all these points in a coloring book , it could be a good product!

[@sharondipity152]

Marvelous idea!

[@pattytolliver2651]

I have been boggled by so many people who have made those comments. I actually found myself starting to feel like I would never et better. Fortunately, I caught myself an got off that train. Thank you for helping us to appreciate our journey more.

[@eileenreade2152]

One of the reasons I love your videos is because you embrace failure as well as success with your coloring projects. Even when you make a mistake, you accept it with grace and try to recover from it, or sometimes just admit that it's unfixable and laugh about it as a lesson learned. That is an important thing that all colorists and other artists can take away from your videos: the fact that no one is perfect and that we are allowed to make mistakes. You mentioned some viewers who say expensive materials that are "wasted" on coloring. One of my pet peeves is when someone asks about any brand of pencil "Are they as good as Prismacolor (or Holbein or Luminance)? Why do they feel the need to ask such a thing? I think Crayola, for example, is a highly underrated coloring medium. The only reason it gets such a bum rap, I think, is because it is so inexpensive. It has lots of colors to choose from, vibrancy, and color names I have to chuckle at. Of course it's not as "creamy" and easy to blend as some of the more expensive brands, but so what? Once you use a little extra effort, when you have completed a coloring page with them, the results can look every bit as good as a picture colored with the pricey stuff. I have some of the highest end pencil sets along with some of the least expensive. And know what? I love them all for one kind of project or other. Even you, dear Sarah, are guilty of comparing an expensive brand to an inexpensive one, though. I'm sure that is due to viewer demand, but you should always make it clear that even with a pencil brand that doesn't perform as well as the top three, it is still a fine medium for coloring. I encourage you to do another Crayola art project video to prove what I just said about them!

[@crystalfranklin2583]

Sarah, you are so amazing. Almost every time I watch your videos, I get a little teary-eyed because I am so touched by your kindness. Videos like this have a way of making, us, your audience, feel as if we are your valued friends. We're here to watch you do your thing and here you are making a video to encourage and inspire us. It shows that you truly care and want to bolster others' self-esteem and lift them up when they're feeling down, and that's so beautiful and so sweet and kind. Thank you for being you. This video came at exactly the right time for me, because lately I've had that nagging voice of negativity telling me my art sucks and I'll never do better.

[@manondube2696]

I came back to coloring as an adult in the 90s, after my son's birth. For years, i colored with crayolas and prisma scholar. I recently received as a gift my first kit of prisma premier and a kit of polychromos. I agree totally with a few points: you can create with cheap pencils, just differently. Now, i like to use, in the same coloring, my cheap pencils and my expensive ones. The results are sometimes better than i expected. I also agree that we should not be afraid to use our supplies, expensive or not 🙂. So thank you, and keep up the good work!

[@mute_ed984]

Yes for the Crayola Challenge. Art Material sitting on the shelf - well for some it could go for an art installation too. Fear of mistakes - yeah, kind of one of my issues too. Just started to order 2 issues of a coloring book. That leaves some of the pressure out and I have a little backup. And I listen to myself. I have coloring books that, have different complexity levels in their Pictures, different Art Styles and I pick that one that I´m "feeling" right now. If it is not the same today as the one of yesterday. Ok, I will come back to that later. Or I got stuck at some point and struggle to see an appealing way to continue. I give it a break then and return to it when it is right. Another thing I did, was that I don´t buy the really big Pencil-Sets anymore. The biggest I have is actually a 100 Pcs. Box of Crayola Colored Pencils and a 72 Pcs. Box of Sanford Prismacolor. I noticed, that it makes it more difficult for me if I have too many shades to choose from right in Front of me besides of the financial component. I´m proud to say I finally got my hands on a small Box of Polychromos and yes, I´m "wasting" them for coloring books. And I think I kind of found my favorite Workflow. That is colored Pencils with a bit of Fineliner or teamed up with Alcohol Markers (no Copic Brand ones) where they go on top for the finer touches.

[@cydnoble5348]

I love what you said about art and supplies. I am a colorist. I have never drawn or taken an art class but I might. I buy nice supplies because I like them.

[@AuzzieRix]

Thank you Sarah for your wonderful thoughts and comments. I love your down-to-earth, natural style, it has encouraged me on many, many occasions. :-D

[@brendakearns1402]

I am guilty of everything you said. I agree with what you said. How funny is that. I love love love color and I admire people I consider very talented and I love trying to learn . Coloring, scrapbooking, card making is my way of enjoying color and taking me away from my stressful life. I am working on organizing my craft room. My coloring book pages I work on in my living room as I distress from my work day.

[@lovetobecolouring2]

Good for you...I too am always seeing these comments and I feel they need to be addressed . I have been doing art my whole life and working hard at it every day. I really dislike someone making one of these comments , supposedly complimenting me but it feels a bit back handed (they say to me, " oh you are so talented, I wish I could colour or draw like you" etc..never mind that I have been daily working on my art( like you, I know ) and sure, having failures but learning from them. I have no patience for those people... glad that you do !! You are terrific !

[@phoebe_dear]

❤❤❤❤ this video and all your excellent points. Perfectionism has prevented me from doing art in the past, but it's finding the joy in the journey that's most important. Mistakes are part of the creative process, and when looked at as teachable moments, actually boost your creativity, because you've discovered another way to do (or not to do, lol!) something. Love your channel!!

[@lo3551]

Great video Sarah Renae 👏. I have 2 comments. My first is that I practiced for years colouring and improved quite a bit. Then I was diagnosed with an autoimmune disease and for years could not pick up a pencil. Once I could again I found I'd lost all I'd learned and was so disappointed and depressed until I just told myself to simply put pencil to paper and colour. Stop caring that I could no longer colour skin or hair or blend like I used to. Just put pencil to paper and start to colour. I have a way to go but I'll get there again by practicing as I do see some improvement. My big gripe is I watched an artist on KZbin speaking about Luminance pencils. She said you'd never waste these on just adult colouring books obviously as if that was a given in her opinion. That infuriated me. I felt she was denigrating colourists because in her world, they aren't artists. Wrong! I own all the expensive pencils and many of the least expensive ones and I make no apologies for that. My life, my money, my great love, my right to buy what I want. This KZbinr had no right to belittle the colouring world community where magic often is produced in incredible works of art just because many don't draw. 🙏 Sarah Renae for a reality check on many topics as I think so many of us feel we're just not as good as others are and this is so untrue. Each of us has a talent and no one has the right to judge what is talent and what is not. Please keep up the great support and common sense you show for the art community. Yes to Crayola. 👍🥰🌹

[@SarahRenaeClark]

Thank you for sharing your story!

[@dakotagrey260]

Sarah, the reason I enjoy your content so much is because you don’t come here and act like you’re perfect and that you know it all. You really motivate me to expand my art horizons if you will haha. Thank you for this video. You’re like that great friend who cares enough to tell you the truth just the way it is.

[@SarahRenaeClark]

Thank you!

[@helenelarsen25]

I love your advices, your studio, your positivity, your accent and enjoy your work so much. People who dont understand judge so easy, hate comments are just rude and should be deleted. No one need them. We all need more encurragement and kindnes. Constructive critique is very important and useful though, we need those honest opinions. If you can delete negative comments and block those who write them, just do that to keep the community possitive. Because this is also harmful to beginners, they dont need it to discurrage them in their work and plans to ex try out making videos.

[@MsSmontalvo]

OMG. I realize this is an older vid, but dang, sooo good!!! All of the points you brought out are so valid; I can personally identify with many of them myself. But the one that hit the hardest was the fear of mistakes. We've all heard it before, but something about the way you said it hit me differently. It really is a skill that must be learned. This may sound weird to a lot of people, but as I child, I never learned this! I learned just about anything I tried to do super quickly, and almost always had great results on the first try. I guess since the results were always so nice, nobody thought to teach me the value of pushing your own limits, learning to make mistakes, and fail. As an adult, I developed a chronic illness, suddenly things didn't come easily anymore, and I had no idea how to handle it. It didn't help that others had also developed this expectation of me, and expressed their confusion by demonstrating disappointment. This led to severe depression! I stopped trying to do things because I was afraid of mistakes that could lead to failure. I was terrified of it because I had no experience with it. It's taken 15 YEARS of therapy to learn a skill set that it seems most people learn in pre-school, lol. Don't do that to your kids, people. Let them play, let them fail, help them learn not just from their mistakes, but that sometimes, it's ok to make them when trying something new. Great job for this video!!! ❤️

[@susiehopper7005]

I absolutely loved this video. Like many others, I have had many of these thoughts, but I finally realized (only took me 64 years), that every moment spent on negative thoughts about my art is one moment that I am not spending creating. Your words really resonate. Thank you!

[@lisa_cotter]

Another great one Sarah , brought up allot of things that I often thought about , my view is a waste is not using your art supplies , I want to get enjoyment from them and sure I tend to keep my expensive things for my own art work or special books but to leave somthing to gather dust is just sad ! as someone has said the most expensive suuplies will not magically make you create beautiful art , you can do that what ever budget , keep trying , keep practicing , and look back at all you learnt because we learn from our mistakes and see how far you have come. Happy art making or coloring ! ( Oh and digital art is art , I did pixel / digital for years and heard the term too often , that it was not real art ect )

[@shadowguard3578]

Great video! I’m guilty of #2 saying the artist’s worst is still better than my best, haha!!! About wasted art supplies… I agree that unused supplies are the biggest waste. I have a budget but I also like to try high end art supplies. My budget doesn’t allow me to buy everything without consequences, so I have bought small quantities of high end supplies and I use them. I’m not a collector, I use my supplies. Also, every time I color I’m improving and learning how to use my supplies.

[@szerry0976]

Hi Sarah, I totaly agree with all you said. I thought myself, that I am not as creative as others. But I just found a pic I colored about 4 year ago, it surprised me where I am now. There are some times I say I don't have time, but still find some time for myself . It is like meditation. Love your video, you speak to our Hearts !!

[@mizkyddo]

Ive only really started using my colouring books i always told myself ill mess it up so its better to just leave them, but finally told myself if i dont start/try ill never get better. And now i can look back at how far ive come

[@bekssketches]

You are so right! Although I do a lot of drawing and colour my own drawings and love the, I am still afraid to colour the colouring books I bought in fear of ruining them. I have considered photocopying them though to test them out. Don't let the bad people put you down Sarah, you are incredible! Your work helps so much!

[@theresesprinkle2103]

I love your honesty. Sarah I learn from my mistakes sometimes I use my mistakes for a greeting cards. You made a lot of good points. I agree with you.

[@Patracat]

Mistakes can always be recycled - good idea! I am a quilter and if I make a mess of a block in a quilt I'm making, I put it aside and later on might use the block to make a cushion cover, placemat, or cut it up to use for coasters.

[@shalinar72]

Ok first of I have to say I love you! Everything you said here hits home for me! Thank you! I did want to touch on the "waste" comments....I have just started coloring about a month ago, and since then I have bought several different sets of mediums, between pencils, markers and Gel pens. Each set has been different in quality or content because I was trying to see what I liked, I found that I lived colored pencils...however nothing I bought was a waste...I have 7 grandkids and several nieces and nephews that I have passed down supplies that I don't care for to. Others stay at my house for when they come visit and we can color together while they are able to explore what they like to use the best :)

[@emilykoch3104]

I really like to know what ever happened to “if you don’t have anything nice to say then say nothing” If you don’t like the art you are watching on KZbin then don’t watch it and don’t subscribe to it Just move on I really don’t see how it is that hard

[@LeeAnnahsCreations]

Thank you, Sarah! You have helped me embrace my individual style instead of fighting against my gift by trying to be "perfect" and it look a certain way.❤

[@katievoigt7313]

Good points and all i have probably done or said without realizing. I am encouraged to keep at it and keep practicing and "be kind to myself" when i fail. I used to think i was not creative because others around me seemed so much more so, but practice brings out my own style. I love your channel, it is my go-to for so many things. Can't wait to see more.

[@Elmcolors]

Great video! I think these are good points that a lot of people need to hear. I get so many comments similar to what you’ve talked about. And while I respond encouragingly, I always wonder if I’m saying the right kinds of things. Which thankfully, it seems like I have been. Also, I would be very interested to see some photo realism with the Crayolas. I use them occasionally and don’t actually mind them. Again, great video and thank you for bringing these points up. Take care!

[@deedeebattle2522]

Creativity is like food, one fuels the body and the other fuels your SPIRIT😜

[@apurpleplatypus2855]

i really liked your wasting art supplies comment because i find myself thinking this all the time and have to scold myself lol. i recently got an expensive set of pencils just because i really really really wanted them but my main medium has always been graphite and im intimidated to use the colors but i mainly bought them for coloring pages to practice my color control and thats okay i dont have to make a big great awesome art piece with them just because they are big great supplies. the other day i let my 6 year old break in my new ohuhu markers but i know a lot of artists might cringe at that but i dont have any other markers for him and he loved them and i got to see them in action without any pressure on myself and he did great mario never looked so good! i love your videos! ive watched a bunch of your recent videos and now im going back to binge your earlier stuff i love the way you speak your cadence is so soothing and you are always very encouraging and everything you do is always so amazing! looking forward to more videos and thank you so much for the tips and the inspiration to really get back into my creative side ive felt really blocked lately but youve slightly reopened that part of me and i am so grateful!!!!

[@suri.drawss]

"don't throw away your mistakes, this is proof of how far you've come" Me who threw away all my "mistake" drawings from last year: *oops-*

[@flis625]

Thanks Sarah - great video as usual!🙏🏽 I started my creative journey as a calligraphy (the old fashioned type) and then got into the Zentangle method when I was looking for a way to decorate and make borders. Then I began colouring in as a way to develop skills with colour. I was lucky enough to have a friend who is a professional artist who encouraged me and also I was able to buy some good quality materials. I do use my Prismacolours for my colouring but I do sometimes think that they are being wasted! Thank you for helping me see that I am just lucky to own them I would still love to see the crayola colouring though - I could watch you colouring for hours!

[@AnikaAjmain]

Hi Sarah!!💖!!... I just wanted to say a Big Thank you to you because you helped us a lot to improve our drawing skills!!! first I never had that confidence to improve my drawing skill. After watching your videos made me want to start fresh and improve more 😁... So thank you sooo much for always posting helpful videos 💖... We are very Lucky to be your viewers!!! ^^

[@julieL7773]

I have to agree with almost everything you said. You brought up points that encourage me b/c I compare myself a lot to others. I also believed that I don't have the patience for colored pencils and gave up on them long ago until I found your channel. Your videos have taught me technics that proved to me that doing some research beforehand with some practice can destroy that line of thinking. My problem with thinking that I lack patience is that I want it to look like a professional right away without understanding that professional got there b/c of hours and years of practice. I can't expect to get it right away. It's okay not to even when an artist says, "Anyone can do this.", "It's easy.", "For beginners." And I don't get it right away; I get discouraged. This video helped with that! But I also think some artists on KZbin need to be careful with their words in that area. I think they forget the learning curve they went through when they started something new. I will add about the subject of failure: I believe I/we only truly fail when I give up. I used to be a big quitter, not anymore. I was afraid of doing something wrong, making a mistake, or not doing something that I have seen others do and wanted to, so I quit art altogether. Art brings joy to my life, and I cut that out. Again, no more. Thank you for this video. I think it is helpful to all artists! This video also helped me to see myself as a true artist as well.

[@SarahRenaeClark]

Thank you for all your thoughts! Such good insight 😊

[@amyt6254]

I just recently found your channel and subscribed earlier this week. Your reflections on this video were very well stated. I liked the images you chose to demonstrate what you were trying to tell us, too. I found it all extremely encouraging. Thank you for your insights. You make such terrific videos! In answer to your question, I would enjoy seeing you use crayola pencils for anything. I have enjoyed all of the various videos I have seen from you so far. Thank you again!

[@CraftyKazzaH]

I love how you took a positive spin on this topic. So many people put others down for the hell of it, or to somehow? Make themselves feel better. I for one embrace creativity and you are inspiring me to get out those many colouring books that I have when my craft supplies are unpacked. I’ve watched a lot of your content recently, your collaboration with Jazza led me to finding another Aussie crafty arty person, I’ll be watching many more from you. Stay strong, haters gonna hate, but like this video, not giving them air to breathe is the best way to stifle them. Karen in Queensland

[@luszabinha]

I loved this video! There are far too many haters online. And so many people that think they are art curators :D Keep going with the videos, please! I think you are fab!

[@sylviameppen-rentenaar9405]

Hi Sarah, This is so helpful for people who doubt themselves (even myself sometimes). Art is something that comes from deep within yourself, and therefore always good. No matter what your taste may be. For me, making art is a healing process. Take a moment for myself to reconnect with my inner self. Thank you for your great video with well-founded arguments to accept your own art and get the feeling that your own art is good as it is. I'm already looking forward to seeing your next youtube video.

[@melplays90]

I got an ipad last year because I wanted to try my hand at digital art. I failed art in high school and have never been good at drawing, but instead of buying subscriptions to skillshare and other platforms I just learn from people who know how to use apps such as Procreate, I was so bad at first but once I practiced for hours on end when I had the time, I was able to improve.

[@utube4kk]

"nothing is wasted in art" YES YES YES!

[@desireenadeau5800]

I've been binge watching your videos and have almost completed them all, but this is by far my favourite video! Art and creativity should never be judged. We all see things differently and all have different likes and dislikes, and that is okay! I loved how you explained that mistakes or failing are ways we learn. I'm very hard on myself and I know I shouldn't be but I do try to embrace my mistakes and teach my children that making mistakes is how we learn. ❤️ Keep doing what you are doing and just be you!

[@JudeandherPencil]

I really love how you approached this video. You’re so chill and so nice to the haters and you’re so encouraging, you’re wonderful!

[@SarahRenaeClark]

Most “haters” lash out because of their own insecurities. Feeding that with more hate doesn’t help them, and it doesn’t help me. 😊

[@mariaglassman4832]

You’re right ‘Art is an individual expression’..I think my coloring is crap & just started Feb this yr, until my hubby saw my coloring book & commented I was an artist..I didn’t believe it, but then he gifted me full sets of Polychromos & carandache pablos & Luminance for my B-day & anniversary..and yes, am guilty of not using these expensive pencils & using budget ones instead, bec I still feel my skill set don’t deserve it 😂😅

[@SarahRenaeClark]

Use them!!

[@asillylittlenobody]

I only bought a 3 dollar 💵 with 26 colour pencil ✏️ set and I am able to make amazing work So her statement is true that you don’t need experience art supplies to make masterpieces