[PART 2] HOW TO GROW YOUR INSTAGRAM 📱🎨 | MORE Tips for Artists + Q&A

[@Mai57]

Oh my... "Use maybe 13 or so, no more than 30 hashtags"? :Looks at my last post with 3 hashtags on it: .... O_O; ummm... No seriously, I once decided to push things and put 10 hashtags on one post and felt like I was completely overdoing it... I need to learn how to keep up with this lol

[@Grace-lr5yn]

Felt that ;-;

[@_burnice_]

I've been doing this and well I get likes from people that dont follow me, like 10secs after I post, but none has followed me yet

[@vrozzby158]

I just do it in the reply of my own comment so it doesn"t look ugly :P

[@prix_Ilustração]

Saw this instagram video and created my own instagram and youtube channel.. just Posted the first timelapse... First try so not perfect.. I just wanna thank you for inspiring me! 😘

[@7melyprmt]

I need that phrase on my wall, I'm gonna focus on things I can control and work hard to be a better artist and left beside the numbers. Thank you so much for the advice!

[@7melyprmt]

I almost forgot my username on Instagram is @matzir9

[@annaurbina9778]

Hi Erika, I absolutely love your art and appreciate these informative videos you are making to help other artists. Thank you so much for the time you’ve put into creating these videos aside from just creating art! 💕💕💕

[@arisapeiling]

16:38 I have this negativity in me too and your advice helps a lot. It’s motivating!

[@gabriellecordeiro8777]

Is it just me that never knows what to use in the description and the bio? Also, I wish my account was cute and aesthetic, but I just don't know how! @hello_hinnie follow me there, I want more art friends!

[@adicie__]

Same here for the description and the bio :’) I usually only use one word or emojis in my posts (I really don’t know what to say haha) Also I just saw your account and I followed you bc I really like your art hehe If you want to see mine it’s here -> @adicie__

[@minhaa._]

My instagram art page:- @_.artyscales.__

[@samiyakhaled3674]

omg okayy ill follow rn

[@minhaa._]

@@samiyakhaled3674 thank you ☺️

[@BLASTALit]

She's talking about going from 5k to 10k while I don't even have 50 followers lmao

[@fabiolapadilla1156]

This is super helpful! Thanks for sharing this with the world. (:

[@kalsnook8313]

Ok so I’m gunna try and post either everyday-4 days a week so if you wanna give me a follow my instas @ Calsipher2.0

[@minteabee]

The moment she said there's a special guest I was like, is it an animal!? 👀 Oakley is such a cutie oh my goodness ♥

[@kislanyka09]

thank you! finally someone who gives legit advice not just some "be yourself!" and "give it time and it will be good" kind of generic things what most advice videos says. You really gave some useful tips what myself as a socialmedia-noob didnt know or thought about. so you really helped a lot! ^^

[@AA-pv6mi]

What’s your ig? Mines @amaim0u

[@heliava3922]

I was wondering if it matters that i have almost a hundred post and only 200+ followers! Everyone else has a small amount of posts and thousands of followers @heliav.a

[@catwilliams1997]

Exact same boat here! 101 posts and 201 followers x

[@alexandrazapatamultimedia]

Some people might archive or delete old posts so that they only showcase their best work. Number of posts can be hard to trust because you never know how many posts someone actually posted to get to the number of followers they have

[@amberjohnson643]

I know some accounts that delete all of their posts at the start of a new year

[@orlitg.8023]

I have about 70 posts and not even 50 followers, and it’s a bit discouraging bc I want to use art as a job in the future, but I know I’ll just have to work that much harder is all

[@han-mg9eq]

Same!! It’s a struggle sometimes lol. But overall, I think steady growth, while it may be slow, will add up eventually. I tell myself that even if I only gain 10 followers a month, by this time next year I’ll have over 100 more followers than I do now! Any growth is good growth! My Instagram is @/hanneliza

[@RoadkillRxbbit]

“Don’t use other artists work” Artists with personal characters that they like to collect art of; *nervous sweating*

[@albondig4s]

The way erika talk is soo lovely that motivates me to draw so thank you for this tips!! My art account is @mad.does.art

[@paigesteward4473]

Super cute art!! You definitely have a distinctive style, love it! 💛✨

[@topher5017]

just checked out your page and I love your style!!

[@YaraVMori]

I really like your adorable cartoony style!

[@pavitrajain8311]

Hey My insta handel @13_fps I have just started I post 3x a week

[@natikavya7692]

Cute art

[@j0art268]

joart.3D And thanks for the tips!

[@justacheese34yearsago28]

"no negativity in bio" Me looking at my bio -cartoonist (can't draw realistic)

[@suhanabiebs]

Lol even I can't draw realistic

[@adoresessy101]

I JUST started my instagram account after years of having my family discourage me from doing art since I was in high school. I'm 27 now and I decided I want to do what I love. Thank you so much for the tip and encouragement! Instagram: @nyangjinart92

[@YaraVMori]

The way you draw girls is super cute!

[@adoresessy101]

Yara V ahhhh thank you. I love how you sketch with pencil the details and how clean it is ToT

[@YaraVMori]

@@adoresessy101 That is very kind, thank you!

[@timkongart]

Going to sound slightly presumptuous here and I apologise if I do offend, but going by your IG name are you Asian? The reason I ask is because I have been dealt a similar card by my family ( I'm Chinese) and so many of my friends from a similar background have also experienced the same. Also love the style!

[@adoresessy101]

@@nosyhobbit Thank you so much, I didn't expect such responses and I'm truly touched!

[@si.kimberry4567]

It takes years for 1000 followers? I have my account for 2 yrs and just 122 followers, while my friend has her account for 2 months and already 377 followers....WHY?! 😳😫

[@anvahvn]

two months and 377 followers? :o i never understand how people are able to grow that quickly 😔

[@rarvaph]

What is hard for me is that my page doesn't use english, I use my native language because i like making comics, and i'm more comfortable telling stories through the language that i'm the best at. Sometimes i do illustration, but mostly comic. Hey, if there's indonesian viewer over here, kalau tertarik, bisa cek komikku di @arvanyan :)

[@berrybel_]

I'm new in all of this and I can't consider myself as an artist yet, but I really appreciate your tips and I'll work to improve and become an artist in the future 😁 Instagram: @_purple.bel Twitter: @_purplebel

[@paigesteward4473]

Love your stuff! Your work is so soft and your color pallets are very pleasing to the eye! Keep up the good work 💛💛💛

[@pavitrajain8311]

Hey My insta handel @13_fps I have just started I post 3x a week

[@emmaketeler]

if you create then you are an artist!!! ig: @avocadooresin

[@chrisdiaz3073]

Not gonna lie this chill assessment about ur experience has really calmed my anxiety about instagram growth

[@sepohh7423]

Just started and instagram account today, thank you for all the tips! I've been drawing for a long time now but I want to improve more, so i thought making an instagram account would help with that :) @drawingsepohh

[@vickymaychin9640]

Her: post once a week Me: I’m tryinggggg T-T (even though I’m in dead quarantine) Instagram: @sumikko_artz

[@milo14564]

I'm feeling better about my IG postings. I'm a beginner who started an Instagram account to force myself to practice and improve. I post every day, but usually only have 30 minutes to an hour to draw each day. Knowing that you started the same way is encouraging. I try to plan ahead for my posts. If I have an hour to work on a piece, I will create something with the first 45 minutes, then spend 15 minutes working on a small part of a more complex piece. I'm always suspicious of someone who starts following me, but doesn't put a like on any of my posts.

[@artisticflawssreyasee]

Found you and at once subscribe you looking at one video. And this my second video here. You grow artist, more power to you. Username: @artistic_flaws_

[@midorimimo7881]

her: "when choosing username you wanna be recognizable and uniquely you" me: *ran out of ideas so i resorted to my nickname + creates haha :(( IG: @graciacreates btw! :D

[@creativeponyproductions]

I’m also a children’s book writer/illustrator so I also do daily children’s book recommendations, and I occasionally some cooking too. Hopefully my very early posts have fallen into obscurity.

[@goose5879]

Does anyone want to make like an artist gc? I feel like it’s kinda hard for artists to make other artist friends (dm me @TormentedToast I’ll make a gc)

[@nashanehinds8212]

These are wonderful tips, thank you. You got a new subscriber. @artomaticgawd

[@YaraVMori]

This was super helpful! I really struggle with not having a consistent style/medium, but I'll try to get a more consistent upload schedule regardless

[@paigesteward4473]

Your use of texture is awesome!!

[@YaraVMori]

@@paigesteward4473 Thank you so much! Do you have an instagram as well? Would love to see your work

[@paigesteward4473]

@@YaraVMori my account is @porkpox! ☺

[@YaraVMori]

@@paigesteward4473 You have such a cute style! Followed you

[@paigesteward4473]

@@YaraVMori thank you aaah!! 💛

[@ange8295]

I’ve been stuck at 109 followers for a long time, so these tips really help! @ange_sketches

[@carleep5869]

I’ve been consistent on my Instagram for the last few days and it’s honestly been so rewarding to have my art seen and to also meet so many artists💕💕@goldstarlee

[@butterflix-jv3fo]

U're the same age as me and your so talented, I can't even draw a face😅😣. I'm @itsriri_tien and I do kind off sorta traditional art

[@abidchand8121]

Hi It's so nice to meet new artists here😁 If you want to check my art, my art account is @scharlay_winstenna😊

[@kolinmorales_2982]

Some people think that my artwork is really bad and horrible but i also dont recognize my artwork as masterpiece or as good as other artist but that's my style and i like it. @arte.e.caffèe

[@felix-xd4mx]

love how you're so sweet and positive!! thank you for your advice 💕 i have to remind myself to focus on the process and the enjoyment on drawing instead of the likes and followers or i'll get so stressed 😢

[@hireathecho4]

I'm finally giving this a shot, wish me luck! IG: @maddie.lemonarts

[@brendonkevinpitt9625]

Thank you so much for these tips! I can't wait to apply them to my account. Great video!!! @brendonpittart

[@paigesteward4473]

Your work is BADASS!!! Wow, I'm blown away! You have a criminally small following, I hope you get recognized more soon!

[@brendonkevinpitt9625]

@@paigesteward4473 Thank you so much! I'm really happy you like my work! 😊 I'm sure it will come in time. 👌🏽

[@topher5017]

Sure you Art is Amazing!!!

[@brendonkevinpitt9625]

@@casey1063 Thank you, Casey! :)

[@brendonkevinpitt9625]

@@topher5017 Thank You, Chris!

[@hiandhello5758]

She said professional username and I said... @isitbadiuseuwuunironically

[@machiiart1004]

i watched this when you put it on patreon and I came here to watch it again lol! I love your content :)))) @natoshadoodle

[@abidchand8121]

Hi It's so nice to meet new artists here If you want to check my art, my art account is @scharlay_winstenna😊

[@thewafflepig1944]

I doubt anyone will see this but... @bonka_draws Thanks for the tips!

[@syd3600]

I just watched the part 1 to this and I just want you to know how helpful and inspiring you’ve been to me as an artist💕💕I love you and your art SO much thanks for another amazing vid!!😭💗 Also my art acc is @sydtheartbender if you’re still doing shoutouts!

[@ayesteriia]

Hehe my art insta is @Redberry_art I struggle with looking at the good things about my art but I'm trying.

[@chl0beary]

When she mention names I’m here with my username @applepietarts 😂 but i post haikyuu fanart that has nothing to do with food

[@kennyhams4327]

In posting on my account, what is your advice regarding using someone else's content while giving credit to the creator?

[@KennaLife]

I'd like to know this as well

[@erikathegoober]

I personally don’t agree with this because most of the time people won’t go back to the original artists page, even if it’s credited. So basically it’s taking the engagement (likes, comments, possible business, etc) from the original creator.

[@valerie3215]

I love how u inspired me to grow thanks 💕 @lizzdraws_ if u wanna help me growing.

[@Maiberryart]

I'm so grateful that you're helping us artists to grow ! I'm excited to use the advice! ^_^ Thank you for these videos!~ @maiberryart :>

[@pavitrajain8311]

Hey My insta handel @13_fps I have just started I post 3x a week

[@FaithVetro]

Faithyk_art

[@Maiberryart]

@@lucymontalti thank you so much!! ^_^

[@tijanatrajkovic2717]

me: @ desperateeenuf i am brand new, and i would like to see your opinion, positive or negative (btw only 1 post)

[@lulu_22447]

I really love your videos!!! It helps a lot! 😭😭😭😭💖💖💖💖💖 @Lulukim24

[@notconnor5212]

My ig username : @renkamii_ Me : yes, maybe that's a uniquely Me : yes, i get that from my name, ren Me : Me : aw shit--

[@knightangeli4544]

I really love the tips and they are very helpful and plus the way you motivate us is so sweet Also please follow my art account if you are interested @ladyknightangel

[@banii.bh19]

I always hesitate to post my art thinking I don’t wanna spam people’s feed. I give a lot of thought to even post once a week.

[@allofthebooksabove7447]

My bio is NOT professional, but I think my username is okay?????? I just started literally yesterday! @imperfecteyesbyav (btw) I hope I see y’all there! :)

[@slayingmochi8067]

@mochsktch 🐌 I’m still experimenting my art styles T^T

[@yaqartwork6943]

give me topic for draw 🤗 i will start my new KZbin channel.

[@hemwelludwig4347]

Me: Negative bio. Also me: *sweats heavily* Be right back. I am a beginner artist and really inspired, let's support together. IG: miu_draws

[@shxxrainy]

Thank You so much for Motivating me now i am going to make more arts💗💗💗💗💗

[@milcavlog]

me seeing this video months later i- my art account is : @_camilleqtr started it a month ago and i'm active everyday on it

[@izzyjison]

just started my art instagram yesterday! thank you erika for the tips!! art acc: @izjart

[@celestediazuwu]

Her: don't use too many numbers in your username Me: @nini_391

[@marysia_the_martian]

This was really helpful! 💕IG: @marzsia06

[@creativeponyproductions]

kidartistry_author_illustrator

[@est_halley]

Im late😅 But im @est_halley on instagram

[@KesleySansahra]

I feel so motivated after watching your videos, you are adorable! My IG: @sansahra

[@floria4917]

What happens if there is a similar artist with a similar art style ?

[@polinmolin8005]

instagram: polin.jpg

[@abc229_Ab]

@talklavish is a page I like on instagram.

[@yomamaspookiebear]

Im litterally posting everyday now and im srsly dying my fingers hurt like hell....i drew semi realism and watch color everyday and those artworks are not easily done in a few minutes or hours....this is seriously hard....when i see some artist that has over 20k followers with trashy anime sketches i feel abit depressed cuz no matter how much i feel like my art is attractive enuf for the world to know, instagram just doesnt get it lol....im just trying to grow my account so i could start commissions and support my self. Yes i do gain 5-10 followers a day if i post constantly but after 8 hours of sleep, lots of followers disapear☹ it just depressed me allot and reminded me of reality Feel free to check my account if u guys are interested: @ytxartz Link: instagram.com/ytxartz/

[@elinabellejose5193]

Ill support u man! Im @xenonikun :) If you ever feel depressed..its been two years and ive only got 81 followers :-) but i dont want to stay negative so i always tell myself that ill grow soon and soon enough people will notice me😊

[@sepohh7423]

Just started and instagram account today, thank you for all the tips! I've been drawing for a long time now but I want to improve more, so i thought making an instagram account would help with that :) @sigisho

[@valeninarinaldi2873]

I tried to search you Instagram account but I didn't find it.., did you change your username?

[@sepohh7423]

@@valeninarinaldi2873 yes i did sorry its @sigisho now sorry i wil edit the comment :)

[@chelseybommer3026]

Hii im new on art insta! @chelseycreations

[@RussellReyes]

great tips! liked your first video on this too. @whatthefaizal

[@pie5885]

Insta: @honeyfable 😭😭

[@fraizsketches]

Follow my instagram account - @artist_fraiz

[@bismaayaz9371]

Thank u 😊 My art Account @bismaartsy Pls support

[@sulo3701]

Ima take a look^^ @suelo_Dreyxi

[@kaydenbrookbanks5378]

I’m such a noob and I’m scared of drawing hands please come cry over hands with me 😭😭😭😭. @Digital_Smigital

[@khushi3413]

"I got username from my first name obviously and a nickname of my boyfriend.... now.... husband" Omg this is goals asfffff 😍💞 Bdw my art account is @artchxrry :) I started my acc almost half a year ago but I've still been stuck with 600 followers lol

[@sheynaa_7341]

Be grateful for that. I started yesterday and have like 17. @sheynaa.art

[@prettyboi_neo]

@prettyboi_neo ❤️😘😊

[@renshi101]

I'm trying my best after hearing these tips and tricks >u

[@Marionantolin]

I think those 2 videos are the most clever and relevant I’ve seen on this topic. Thank you very much for all this work and sharing it !

[@pavitrajain8311]

My art account is @13_fps I draw anime and orignalart

[@sulo3701]

I feel bad but... @suley_sua

[@rahulrock6286]

Insta:-love._.art._.126

[@kutangelwings]

My art KZbin channel (kutangelwings) use to be pretty popular but I had to take a break from it, when I tried to get back into it and make new videos half my subscribers were gone and I can’t get even get a handful of views. I recently started a new Instagram for my new art (kutangelwingsart) but so far it’s hard to get anyone to look at my work.

[@rorythetoypoodle]

Thank you for taking the time to provide suggestions to help with growing my account. I have been on Instagram for a while but just recently started to focus on untilizing it to help promote myself as and artist and also help support and encourage other fellow artist in doing the same. You can visit my account at instagram.com/artbyheidihirtle/ I look forward to hearing from you. Cheers and Happy creating!

[@candydanin3819]

ART CONTEST Feel free to participate to learn details visit my insta page 🤠 instagram.com/p/CWVxWJzP8Rp/?

[@BenJi2DxD]

...situation is kinda *desperate* with my account...and my art in general. I'm looking for some pros to pay them...so somebody can finally tell me *WHAT IS WRONG* with me...cuz something HAS to be. Here's my IG in case you wanna check it out - instagram.com/benji.2d/

[@BiancaLuztreArt]

Awww you motivated me so much 😊 it’s all about perspective, thanks for the reminder. I’ll focus on what I can control - improving my skills.

[@joana4736]

i see "no negativity on bio" meanwhile, my bio: ah, 'half sane, sleep deprived art student' ARTIST SUPPORT: drop your ig acct :> mOI: @joanalrnzo

[@cheesytoes6268]

@pime.apple Which is my main, but i have three others, which are southpark au’s. Idk if i shoukd say them, but im going to anyways @Dancepark.sp @zoopark.sp And finally @controlpark.sp

[@twiliboy94]

thank you so much for the tips! i def need to get around to a posting schedule especially now that its summer..but also need to focus on portfolio work 😭 rip my art insta is @twiliboy94 ✨

[@leepeifern4419]

LOVE your videos~~ Gain lots of knowledge from them (juz started my art page, will improve from it)🙆🏻‍♀️ Me: @soula_tist

[@badseedsinc.3171]

Great video!!! Just started yesterday but hopefully I make something from this. @cult_of_badseeds

[@eminempreg]

Man I struggle at making good bios. Idk how to introduce myself well tbh... @ParfaitAuLait

[@chelsproart165]

I loved both videos. Thanks for the amazing tips and advice. 😊💕 Instagram: @chelsproart Ps. It's so cute, that she married her High-school sweetheart. 🌼🌸💖👍

[@dancingpencil2]

OMG! that doggo... I will never ever think negative about myself.. I mean ever. I Pwomise. :)

[@jamesseledio9292]

YOURE ONE OF MY ARTIST IDOLS!!!❤️ shoutout to you! ig:Lt.Zylach

[@luhan5123]

I used to think it is hard for me to post more often too, BUT while watching your video I remembered something: we shouldnt be scared of challenging ourselves. for example, some time ago I challenged myself I would finish a headshot in 30 minutes. OF COURSE I WOULDNT EVER FINISH IN 30 MINUTES. but by like an hour, I would have it almost finished and have a motivation boost that would allow me to finish it. this would help me have more things finished and also would contribute to my improvement, because the more you do, the more you learn, the more you discover. so now I think maybe I wouldnt be able to post 3 times a week, but definitely I would post more often than I do now and that's the idea of a challenge when it comes to art. of course, the same things dont work the same way for everybody but trying it out may lead each person to their own way of making things, what works for each one of us.

[@kingalady4352]

OK, I haven't thought about writing down the dates of milestones, that's cool. Thanks btw! I've had my account for less than two months and I'm wondering how to make it grow faster (I'm currently at 267 followers). @iveynadler_art

[@creativeideas9534]

😱Thank you Erikathegoober. That was Super Helpful. I subscribed.👍🤗

[@captainzazuo]

Thank you for the great tips! Instagram: @zazuo ( instagram.com/zazuo/ )

[@cync2886]

Will definitely do this! thankyou for sharing this! My IG: @cincyndi (I mostly draw more about light and nature!) 💕💕

[@16.musess]

sighsss... instagram algorithmmm is so annoying >~< I’ve been doing so much DTIY challenges and occasionally doing fan art but it’s still so hard to get my art out there, I enjoy what I do but it’s upsetting to feel like you are so stagnant. just feel very demoralizing sometimes.... my art ig: @artbyondrea