How I Make Money With My Art 🎨 Income Sources, Future Plans & Advice For Beginners

[@RubysArtsyLife]

It was extremely nice to hear that your first year wasn’t spectacular! I’m 6 months in and I felt like a complete failure but I feel so much more motivated to keep pushing

[@ForArtists]

Most successful artists say it builds up over time. So keep going👍

[@fructusillustrations]

You got this! I felt similar feelings during m first year but as you continue you also learn new things that can help you grow :) best of luck on everything! I'm rooting for you!

[@cm6995]

I am 37 years old and remember that as a child I used to be so artistic. I have always loved arts and crafts and would often get praised for my work but over the years I have lost the ability (imagination) of creating things. I am trying to get back into it and would benefit w/an extra income but it's been difficult as it just doesn't come back naturally as it once did.

[@Kuon5]

I am 33 years old and saw myself in your comment. Until 15, I was drawing many different things all the time and had great imagination… and then I lost it over the years. In my opinion this started when I began to work. I have tried to get back into it for quite some time now, but it is really difficult…

[@o0OCheyO0o]

Maybe start with something that takes less thinking just to get your mind off the usual business/daily life, there are so many hobbies that are creative but don't need the imagination part. Maybe pick up something first like a crochet kit, small model home kits to build, adult lego's, cross stitching, diamond painting or if drawing is more your thing maybe start with a adult colouring book and a little kit of pencils or paint by number? Maybe once you find something that gives you space to think about different things, maybe it creates room for your imagination next.

[@cm6995]

@@o0OCheyO0o That is exactly what I am doing. I have a bunch of art and crafts and other activities I am excited about.

[@RotoonCartoons]

32 and I feel the same​@@Kuon5

[@Beast99boy]

Same with me even I lost the ability to draw and to even think I don't have that creative mind anymore.

[@MistyQueHarper]

thank you for the tips! I have been battling with a horrible artist's block for like 7 years now, and watching your videos made me draw and paint again. Thank you! 🍎🍏🍎🍏

[@fructusillustrations]

Omg! I'm so happy to hear that! ❤️❤️❤️

[@shahindrasaravanan6357]

Your calm voice makes it easier to focus and less overwhelming than the speedy instructions with high pitched voice 🍎🍏🍎🍏no hate for others, just my preference ❤

[@Turtle-BearInspirations]

100%Agree

[@haley6727]

Sameee, only person I’ve been watching at the moment

[@ForArtists]

Thank you for sharing. Takeaway: persistence does pay off.

[@fructusillustrations]

Absolutely!

[@Viteaification]

being my own advertiser and pr agent is what killed the idea of running an online business for me... i just want to work and fighting for attention online was very draining and stressful to me.

[@LifeByLyric]

It sucks the fun right out of it. I just want to make the art, design the product, and do the packing and sending.

[@AutumnSunflower]

You posted a video 😊my night just got BETTER! I always look forward to your videos. Have a great evening and week!

[@deemejia3693]

i love how realistic your journey is! it feels so comforting knowing that there are other artists who don't know where to begin. I am also trying to create coloring books to advertise to the teachers that I sub for but I don't know where to look to get them printed. where do you get your coloring books manufactured? any recommendations? 🍎🍏

[@pineapplemisa4034]

🍎 🍏 sooo inspiring!!!! I’m just starting my art business this makes me motivated

[@ForArtists]

Me too🎉

[@pineapplemisa4034]

@@ForArtists I just subbed to you! Wishing you the best of luck on your journey 🙏🫶☺️

[@ForArtists]

@@pineapplemisa4034 That's the goal here. Looking forward to featuring ur art as well👍

[@ForArtists]

@@pineapplemisa4034 Thank u and welcome.

[@ForArtists]

@@pineapplemisa4034 Just subbed to u too.👍

[@shon7192]

Your even voice and your calm, natural approach are definitely appreciated! Thanks for your content. It's very helpful. 🍎

[@meowJACK]

Thank you for sharing your experience! Im starting a small art business soon and definitely going into it planning to make little to no money the first year (probably even losing money, due to the equipment and supplies I need to get started, and any money I put into advertising). It's encouraging and reassuring to know that even if it goes as I anticipate and I only get a small number of orders the first year, it can absolutely still grow into a successful business and I shouldnt give up. Im going into the first year with the mindset of learning the ropes, experimenting, making mistakes, seeing what works, and just getting it up and running. Then hopefully by the second year I'll start having a better handle on things and can maybe start seeing more of a profit for my efforts. Thankfully I still have my "real jobs" to pay the bills, so I dont have an immense amount of pressure for my business to be super successful/profitable right off the bat. If anything I'm just viewing it as more of a passion project for now, that I hope to grow into a viable side hustle after a while.

[@digdougexe]

your art looks like it would be an amazing show, so fun and wholesome!

[@cklph]

Planning to start my own small printing and crafts business. :) This is so inspiring and informative. Thank you for sharing!

[@fructusillustrations]

That's awesome! I wish you all the best and happy creating!

[@antionettemolina2207]

Ngl I rewatch your videos a lot. They’re always so inspiring and honestly to the point. You’re such a great artist and motivator ❣️

[@Mochi-yr1yv]

I always feel shy to promote my shop, do we have to promote our shop regularly? I promote it once and never really do it afterwards... would love to hear your advice.

[@fructusillustrations]

I totally understand that shy feeling. I've always been a shy, quiet and reserved person so it's been a challenge for sure to put myself out of my comfort zone but has been so worthwhile because I've been able to connect more with people :) One thing that has helped me is to plan out my content and develop a routine. I set time to plan out content for the next week. I write out all my ideas and plan out what to say and what to record. Then at another time, I will go through these plans and ideas and create them. This has really helped me be more consistent. So I hope this is helpful for you to get an idea!

[@jesusissufficient2821]

Very inspirational. Can you make a video for tools and apps you used, a brief background about how to have a commercial license, copyright, bar coding where you buy papers and all other mterial you use for your products? May you also recommend legit sites or shops to buy them? And all other infos needed before launching an art business? Thanks in advance. Would really appreciate 💛

[@Dolly6789Me]

I second that one, very interested in knowing all that and the sticker machine you use too 😊

[@Felix-the-ram]

14:21 🍎🍏🍎🍏 I just subscribed! :D definitely love your videos a lot of creators don’t go into high detail on small topics and you did and I found all of the tips so useful!

[@Turtle-BearInspirations]

I have just started in this journey of pursuing my own business dream... It has been a self-discover roller-coaster so far!! I've found your video extremely motivational and useful, thank you for sharing your story... I have subscribed to your channel. I wish you all the best, keep growing!! 😊

[@springnicole]

Thank you for sharing your personal experience and insights. This is definitely inspiring. What stood out is that you built an audience or fan base. That is vital because those are the people who will support you and your work and you can in turn make things especially for them.

[@desleighcoombs2067]

🍎🍎🍎 thanks for the info. It’s very encouraging. Keep up the good work.

[@meaganveronica94]

🍎🍏🍎🍏 this was encouraging. Thank you. Especially knowing that you didn't make a bunch if sales at first.

[@diegomills7951]

Me encanta estos videos. Saludos desde Argentina! 🍎

[@illustratingchristy]

This came at a great time as I'm also starting my own little art business journey. Very inspiring so thank you for all the transparency and tips!!!

[@ForArtists]

Right there with you

[@fructusillustrations]

You are so welcome! ❤️

[@livixsart]

I've been wanting to start an online shop for a while - hearing about your own journey is super insightful and inspiring! 🧡

[@delzoobmab]

You’re always such an inspiration to me! 🍏🍎

[@hannasorri]

Love this! Your content is so fun and very helpful. Your videos are so well structured and articulated. I’ve learned so much from your videos, so thank you for what you do!

[@XuanTran-ss6ys]

Thank you for posting. I'm learning so much.

[@fructusillustrations]

Glad to hear it! ❤️

[@TheFukushimaFlavor]

Yes! 🍎🍏Enjoyed listening to your relaxed approach to sharing your experiences.

[@aussiegal22]

Thank you, This was a very informative relaxing and honest vid and I enjoyed it very much. Looking forward to seeing more :).

[@bm6753]

You have such a beautiful voice and explained everything so clearly! ❤❤❤

[@fructusillustrations]

Thank you so much!

[@CartoonDaily1]

Incredibly helpful and encouraging! I’m in the middle of growing my art and writing business. Thanks for sharing your experience!!!

[@ArnaPrints]

im inlove with skillshare such a great help for building business

[@vincyagain]

she's back!!!

[@DylanDhindsa]

This is so cool!

[@Larasnugh]

This is inspiring me to keep on going on my small business. Long time no draw but i started from small (again) to learn from 0 with digital drawing on ipad. Keep posting videos 🩷 im looking forward to see you pack your order

[@Gee-Rey]

🍎🍏🍎🍏 great inspiration, makes me want to push to put on paper all my ideas. keep up the great work

[@fructusillustrations]

Yes! That really helps so much to get the ball rolling 🤭❤️

[@fayyazb]

Very insightful and inspiring. Definitely a clarity about the process and hardwork required! Thank you.

[@Vero_Villegas]

I really love the way your videos are so calming and set up. They flow soooo smoothly... I always struggled with figuring out what to record and when to record and how to piece it all together. Any tips or Skillshare classes that help on how to create more appealing KZbin videos like yours?

[@fructusillustrations]

For my videos, I always start with an idea that I will then breakdown into an outline. I will bullet point main points that I want to make in the video. I take these notes and then create my script where I go in more detail for every point. I almost always write out my full script before I record because once my script is done, I will then go through it and create a shot list. This is my general method for creating my videos that I found most natural to me. I don't have any class recommendations from Skillshare but I've just learned a lot from watching other KZbin videos of creators that I liked. I paid attention to what I liked to inspire what I create :) Hope this helps!

[@RaeMortera]

Lots of valuable info! Subscribed!

[@monikayellow]

Thanks for sharing 😊 this is the push I needed. Wish you luck

[@fructusillustrations]

I'm so glad this video helped you! 😊

[@holamissmusica]

Short, sweet and informative, thank you 🍎🍏🍎

[@eatsleepandblink182]

🍎🍏🍎🍏 Thanks so much for sharing your process! :) So enlightening! All the best on continuing to grow! I love your art!

[@raineatkinson9352]

I love watching your videos they inspired me to start working on my own interest and to hopefully open my own small business in the future 🍎🍏❤

[@adrimathlener8008]

Entertaining and informative as ever 🍎 🍏 🍎 🍏 🍎 🍏

[@fructusillustrations]

I appreciate that! Thank you and I'm glad you enjoyed it :)

[@SheaHues]

You're my fave art business youtuber 😊 🍎 🍏 🍎 🍏 🍎

[@fructusillustrations]

aww you're so sweet! thanks :)

[@HVU_Arts]

Amazing art and I love the video. This inspires me to keep going and not only to see future sales but to have millions of people see my art is just something to experience 😊 Keep up the great content and amazing art 😊

[@fructusillustrations]

Thank you so much, I'm so happy my art journey resonates with you! 🥰

[@Itsdoublejj23]

🍎 great tips to get started! I have some planning and thinking to do

[@jessicar.cannon1322]

Thank you 🍏🍎

[@shaykayreviewit]

You’re inspiring. Thank you ❤

[@gelflingfay]

If you did an advent calendar, it would do so well, I think.

[@tgirl12366]

I really love how far you've come with your products. I'm new here😊🍎

[@yelenafigueroa2497]

Thank you for the great video! Very informative and very inspiring ❤🍎🍏🍎

[@fructusillustrations]

You are so welcome! Glad you enjoyed it ❤️

[@NaomiCalderon-ur2kz]

Great video! Thank you for sharing! 🍏 ❤

[@priyadarshinidassharma]

I love watching your videos, Jenn! Your art is beautiful and your videos are aesthetic and inspiring for someone like me who was stuck in a day job she didn't like up until last month. Keep doing what you do and wish you all the best for this journey :)

[@fructusillustrations]

Thank you so much!! 🥹❤️

[@krupalidraws]

🍎🍏🍎🍏 hoping to start a small business one day 😊

[@Karenm1969]

Great video ! Great ideas and very useful information for me and my small business. 🍎 🍏

[@gabriellevu5393]

Would love to see your art on tote bags (with zipper)! ❤

[@dorili_art]

thank you for this video💗 I'm working towards making my art a viable career and really want to start my own shop, so I found this very helpful🍎🍏🍎🍏

[@ForArtists]

That's the dream

[@theregoesmarc]

Very Inspiring!🍏

[@AnggiSahamCantik]

🍎🍏 I watch to the end. And I really enjoy your naration in the video 😊

[@fructusillustrations]

😊 thank you

[@Mari.lei.]

I love your video. Very helpful 🙂

[@fructusillustrations]

Thank you Leina! I appreciate you ❤️

[@someonesomewhere22]

🍎🍎 this gave me so much hope

[@k.t.anime_]

So useful information ❤love it! Thank you for sharing ❤ 🍎🍏🍎🍏

[@fructusillustrations]

I'm so glad you found it helpful! 😊

[@cocdcy]

🍏🍎🍏 always love seeing updates from you!

[@nayvineilson6038]

I’m not sure if you done this yet I will look but could you do a video on your packaging? How you create the packaging for your items and how you pack them? 😊

[@heatherbrenner8275]

Good on you for doing it! I'm pretty impressed at what you have done. Your characters are super cute. I could see them on items like baby clothes or something. Nice. About to look into one of those coloring books for myself.

[@jessieartsdaily]

🍎 🍏 great video. Thank you for what you do!!

[@ColoringZenYT]

🍎 🍏 🍎 love this! Watched the whole video and I’m so inspired by you! 😊

[@blackundred]

Thx for the video 🍎🍏

[@jenifferlouize4041]

Hi! I'm from Brazil and loved your vídeo! Thank you! 🍎🍎🍎

[@fieldsofblueheather]

🍎🍏It is so helpful and inspiring to hear about your journey. Thank you for sharing!

[@ms.marvelous7019]

🍎 just found your channel and I LOVE your art 🥰thank you for sharing this video , gonna subscribe 🍏

[@BangtanAjumma]

Love your videos!! 🍎🍎🍏

[@NuriaSaladrigasLarroy]

Thanks for sharing your experience! I really appreciate it. 🍏🍎

[@ArtByFerpero]

Thank you for the video 🍏

[@juliemcwhorter3041]

🍎 🍏 🍎 🍏 Really inspiring and helpful. Thank you. Enjoyed the video. ☺️🥰

[@fructusillustrations]

So glad!

[@VeroDeDream]

🍎🤗 hellooo🍎🍎🍎🍎 wonderful as always. Love your artwork. Love that you did not give up on colouring books, they are beautiful 💚💚💚

[@fructusillustrations]

Thanks so much 😊

[@pamappleby1400]

🍎🍏🍎🍏 your coloring book characters are so cute!

[@shelbunnycreates]

🍎 Love your story!

[@Liminal_Galaxie]

Just found this and you're really inspiring me! You seem like a good teacher, have you ever thought about making your own class(es)?

[@katrinabrown3561]

How do you copyright your illustrations so no one steals it? That’s what I’m worried about before I post mine

[@andixideas]

Great video!🍎🍏

[@esarts6744]

Thank you!!🍎🍎🍎

[@sapphirestarmoonelements]

Thank this was so helpful 🍎🍏🍎🍏

[@mandy2876]

What do you do when you try but social media isn't your strong suit? Cause ive been trying tags with twitter and other posting places. All that's left is to make videos to jump start my shop. I feel burn out when i try to design because of lack of support from everyone around.

[@karolcreates]

🍎🍏 Love watching your videos!

[@owlsgurl]

🍎🍏🍎🍏🍎 this was a great video and it's good seeing you again

[@jenniferc9002]

🍎😊 ty! Gave me some ideas 💡

[@theresaabonado5522]

You're an inspiration. If you could share, how do you convert your drawing into digital? I prefer to do my art with pen and paper, I find it difficult to use the drawing tablet.

[@liansa_creates]

🍎Amazing progress, it's clear that you put a lot of thought in your videos and designs.

[@GeeWhatsCooking]

Thank you.

[@masterkabao]

Hi, I just stumbled onto your video. It motivates me to start working and sell my arts again. I have made money from my arts with my sisters back in 2015 ish, when making your own stickers from home was just popping off on Etsy. We both fell off from motivation as years passed and life happened also as we were full time students. Anyways, I’m glad for your video. Thank you (:

[@fructusillustrations]

Oh I imagine that would be so wonderful to start back up again! My sister and I always talked about making our own stickers around that time too but we never got around to doing because the same reasons you stopped 😅 I'm sure it would be amazing to get it back started again ❤️

[@masterkabao]

@@fructusillustrations lol, uni is both of our nemesis. Anyways, I love that it worked out for you. Your art style is so cute! 😊

[@julianepahor]

🍎🍎🍎🍎 i loved the video, thank you for sharing!!

[@nosisangcaba7589]

🍎🍏🍎🍏 Just discovered your channel and loved this video! I'm currently researching how to start my own small art business, so your insights are super helpful. Looking forward to learning more from your content!

[@fructusillustrations]

You can do it! I'm glad that my video was super helpful too!

[@NhuNguyen-lk5wg]

ahhh I saw your Leigh's Proud Hound thermal mugg

[@fructusillustrations]

Yeah! It's so cute and useful hehe I use it everyday :)

[@TonyTylerDraws]

🍎🍏🍎🍏 thanks for sharing all the information, particularly about the coloring books not being successful the first time you introduced them

[@Amaru_Al]

Gracias 🍎

[@Lorin888]

Thank you for sharing

[@ctaylor8038]

🍏🍎🍏 Thank you for this!

[@DevotionalDoodles]

Can you make a video on how to make physical copies of coloring books?