THE UNROMANTIC LIFE OF AN ILLUSTRATOR

[@marielp2508]

Rocket being louder with the stool is the epitome of my soul

[@furrylittlepeach]

Hahahahha me on the inside when someone is rude to me

[@vickyc6243]

I think it's funny that you apologize for such a "long video" when I would happily sit through a 3 hour vlog if it was yours!

[@reneemorrison7698]

Same!!!

[@furrylittlepeach]

😘😘😘 ily

[@Tiffany_chan-nel]

Me too! I prefer the longer vlogs!

[@Msliliheart]

The warm color tones, and the warm atmosphere that seems to always emanate from you makes me feel like I am drinking a warm cup of cocoa. I love it and it relaxes me. I am so glad I discovered your channel. You need more subscribers and love!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Omg can I put this on my resume hahaha - this is such a sweet comment, thanks cutie!

[@hyelimchoi_]

sha'an your videos have aged so fricken well - it's like the most gorgeous patina on the most beautiful piece. i've been watching your videos for about six years now and the early videos are where i am in my life/career now - watching you grow/kick ass/take names has made me feel so much more comforted simply because your positivity and confidence is infectious

[@zozaleenie]

You with the milo cereal, sunscreen and doggo combo is iconic and im here for it. I love your vlogs so much gal!!

[@ally8083]

Idk why but you laying on the couch drawing while rocket was playing video games was the cutest thing I ever did see! Also I love your vids 💛 I’m not even an aspiring illustrator but I appreciate how hard your work and your aesthetic is livingggggg in my heart. Okay byeeeeee

[@furrylittlepeach]

Hehehe I do like to multitask ;) and thanks so much cutie!! You're an ANGEL@

[@gabrieller762]

+furrylittlepeach hi ! i'm based in LA - here are some recommendations while you're visiting: -skylight (cute art book store - the entire block has a ton of vintage shops cute cafes) -Hauser & Wirth museum / book store -huntington gardens (great sketch spot) -brand library (beautiful art library/japanese garden) -little tokyo (monzo udon or convener belt sushi) food: -pollen (australian brunch spot) -grand central market (food!) -izakaya osen (sushi) -valerie cafe (cute brunch) -lincoln cafe (cute brunch) -jitlada (best thai) -republique -speranza enjoy your stay! x

[@furrylittlepeach]

Yay! Thank you for taking the time to list these for me!!! 💛💛💛

[@juliayk]

I'm really happy that you showed 11:30. You always seem so motivated and hardworking in your videos, which inspires me. It's comforting(?) to know that someone you look up to can have off days as well. Lately, I've been feeling pretty unmotivated and lethargic. Today, I just could not get myself to read for school. I just stayed in bed, ate my favourite food, and watched The Office haha. But the whole time, I felt guilty about not doing work and giving myself time to rest. Hopefully one day, I can rest without beating myself up for it? I hope you can rewind this month as well! September sounded pretty crazy and stressful haha

[@furrylittlepeach]

Self care and giving yourself a break is SO IMPORTANT, kudos for recognising that. Everyone we look up to has off days - guaranteed! I think it can be easy to forget because of social media sometimes! I get overwhelmed often! X x

[@furrylittlepeach]

Also yes, October is already better because I get to make stuff again and I've got no events to speak at! 💛💛💛

[@winterguts9914]

Girl, you could make a 3 hours video and I would still think it's short... you are always able to awake my creative side, even when I'm going through a crisis, so thank you for (involuntary) being such an inspiration

[@liam.connolly]

She's back, she's back, she's back!!!! Thank's for uploading a new video!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Thanks for always being here to watch sweet thing 💛

[@m_ms39]

When artists say their videos are too long all I can think is you know your audience wants content to watch while they spend hours drawing/painting/creating

[@yousuzers565]

Oh my goodness at 15:42 that is such a precious dog, I am enchanted by it!!

[@annaelenaa]

Your videos add like 10 years to my life span, just so wholesome and bright and fun ✨✨✨

[@furrylittlepeach]

Omg 😍

[@sacrefrenchie2132]

Seriously some of the coolest editing. You are 2 kl!

[@HeyNins]

I really enjoyed this Sha'an! I think it's important that we see the business aspect of being an artist. Personally to me, the artsy part of being an artist is "easy" or easier, than the business side. No one ever reeeaaaallllly talks about the business aspect of being an artist, and it's the important part! Gets you out there and such. So thank you for showing this side of the art world. Art isn't just about putting pencil to paper, but it's also putting yourself out there, marketing, publicity, etc. So this was nice. Thank you :3

[@user-mq7yy9fk6v]

The video was such a good length!!! It was so fun to watch your busy month

[@mykamallillin]

Rocket dragging that stool is a M O O D.

[@furrylittlepeach]

Hahahahha

[@jessica_elise972]

You sitting outside in the sun and playing with that cute doggy was such a cool shot. I don't know why exactly but there was something very idyllic about it. Love the long vlog!

[@JakeRichandAnnaChah]

3:37 the zoom sound :) You nailed the public speaking stuff and what a great audience you guys had. LA is soo soon

[@furrylittlepeach]

LA IS SO FREAKING SOON!!! ONE WEEK

[@nord_kind_828]

I absolutely love watching you two interacting 🙌🏼 you guys are just so cute together! 🍭this is the kind of relationship I wish for everyone ♥️

[@fennaroukema9545]

in LA, there’s a museum called the Broad which currently has a piece called “The Visitors” which is an amazing piece of film work. it’s somehow inspiring and haunting and overwhelming all at the same time and when i saw it, i cried and it changed my life. get tix ahead of time but it’s free!

[@annalyndell]

Sooo glad you’re back, I binged watched your old videos while you were away ❤️

[@amandajoy8479]

Welcome back!!!!!! Thank you for sharing your life with us. Even the “boring bits” are so wonderful. I feel like I’m a fly on your studio wall and it’s so great.

[@furrylittlepeach]

Thanks for being here lovely, I really appreciate u 💛

[@tangy6679]

SHE'S BACK SHE'S BACK SHE'S BACK!!! This was one of the highlights of my day even if it was a little different than usual. 💞

[@furrylittlepeach]

ILY

[@aminael-edroos8113]

Hiiii Sha’an it’s so great to see you back! It’s so interesting to see that even at this stage in your career you can have burn outs. It’s a good reminder for people starting out or trying to get somewhere to not loose hope. You’re such an inspiration and your work ethic is incredible. Hope you have a great time at Adobe max!

[@furrylittlepeach]

I think burning out is something that happens to everyone no matter their level of experience- I think it does get easier to manage though because you learn to recognise when its happening??

[@furrylittlepeach]

And thank you! I will 😍😍😍

[@chelseagas5156]

I love the thumbnail for this video so stinking much! Also thank you for using your platform to show that feeling burnt out is part of the process and to keep going

[@furrylittlepeach]

Thanks cutie! It's definitely a part of the process we should try to minimise by managing stress and time, but it happens to EVERYONE. Thanks for being here x x

[@scaryfeetrule]

Omg Sha’an, so proud of you for doing so many public speaky events (everyone hates this!!!!) also your new colour scheme for your new book looks so good!!! Hope you have a great month ahead 💓💓💓💓

[@furrylittlepeach]

Hehehe I want it to be colourful af! Thanks for the well wishes and for being here lovely!

[@catreadsabunch]

Ughhhhh, I'm an English major but my heart is in the visual and design oriented. I love your content and it is giving me inspiration to start my own art grind.

[@nikitaylo99]

Speaking may be your least favorite part, but I love hearing you speak. I always learn and get inspired every one of your videos! 💛 :)

[@furrylittlepeach]

Thank you! It's mostly the nervousness of if people aren't interested in what I'm talking about or if what i'm saying isn't helpful - I don't want to waste people's time and it stresses me out haha! Thanks for watching 😍😍😍

[@andreaspasic1415]

looooooooOOOooooveeeeeee your videos, don't worry about them being too long, i honestly wish every video you made was an hour

[@furrylittlepeach]

Hahaha, aw you're too cute!

[@minjiyang1617]

YAY! New FLP video! Also, I CANNOT wait to see all your inktober drawings! And I agree with the other comments about that honest moment you shared! You are such an inspiration, and it's nice... in a weird way to see that you have your tough moments too. I mean I wish you didn't, but it is just a part of our lives. Keep it up, Sha'an. WE furry little peaches are rooting for you!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Thanks lovely- I'm definitely happy to share the tough times, I wish i caught them on camera more often! Are you participating in INKTOBER THIS YEAR??

[@minjiyang1617]

furrylittlepeach I sure am! I am mixing a few different prompt lists this year, and yours is one of them!!! I was super stoked when you posted it. I can’t wait! 😁

[@FlirtingWithTime17]

you're at vidicon because while your vid posting might not be consistent they're always beautifully edited and designed. Don't even doubt yourselffff!

[@ilinzrh]

You can even upload an hour long and I will watch it! Love your videos! Im older than you but you’re one of my inspirations 💕

[@ilinzrh]

ALSO YOU ANSWERED MY QUESTION!! THANK YOU 💗

[@furrylittlepeach]

Hehehe it was a good Q 💛 and I'm not sure if I'll ever upload something that long but it's good to know you're here for it! 😘

[@stephbt4831]

Your videos make me smile - beaming due to the motivation that you pass over.

[@alissar99867]

hello friends!! I'm so excited that y'all will be in LA soon! I'm a fourth year student at UCLA and I've lived in the LA area all my life! some recommendations for things to do/places to go: - for color and fun things to look at, Venice Beach (specifically Abbott Kinney Rd.) has tons of beautiful architecture and art and cute food dessert places (i.e. Salt & Straw for ice cream, Intelligentsia for coffee, C&Os for Italian food); it's overall a super cute lil beach town. I used to work in Venice and would have the best time walking around! - for a cute lil downtown adventure, I would recommend going to Vista Hermosa park; it's pretty close to downtown and has fun spots to look around/sit and have a picnic and has a great view of the cityscape; in downtown, you could go to Grand Central Market which is just full of food and dessert places!! it's a cute lil hub right by city hall and the food there is great -- it's also super close to K-town if Korean food is more your jam! - a personal favorite cute restaurant that I love to go to is this place called Home in Los Feliz; it's super cute and outdoors and has string lights and a nice atmosphere!! - traditional LA scenic things: The Griffith Observatory for some beautiful views and a cute lil museum on astronomy (at sunset, the views are spectacular!), the Hollywood Walk of Fame if you want to be a true tourist in the city), The Grove (which has a movie theater, a bunch of shops, a beautiful fountain, free trolley rides, and an amazing farmer's market) - lastly... UCLA!! if you guys are at all interested in coming to the UCLA campus, there is really lovely architecture, nice gardens, and cute lil restaurants and cafes in Westwood! let me know if you'd like to grab a coffee or something -- I'd love to show you all around!

[@mayaalejandra6184]

Olvera Street is a great place to visit. Whenever I have an art block I like to go there and eat taquitos and take in the bright colors of the shop carts.

[@grashanon]

AHHH I am so in love with your vlogs! Being a creative is really challenging glade your doing well!!!

[@nataliafernandez8644]

YES! We’ve missed you love 💕

[@furrylittlepeach]

[@Anna-us1cq]

Well done Sha'an, you got through it and you're a better person for having done it. Love your dedication and the fact that you can do the things that are unpalatable alongside the projects you do enjoy is really professional.

[@umuwi]

congrats on getting through the month sha'an!! as someone who has always feared public speaking the stress u experienced was very palpable. this definitely inspired me to get out of my comfort zone. thank u for always givin us great content 💓

[@alishalimbu2221]

Nice content, also I vote for seeing your old sketches or your behind scenes work and please avoid time lapse when you do painting anyways thanks for your amazing content loved it.

[@butterflix-jv3fo]

OMG you're literally everyone else I love waaaahhhhh I can't believe I'm seeing all of you togetherrrrr in one shot I'm having a heart attack

[@weitong2013]

Starting off October the right way! We've missed you 💕

[@furrylittlepeach]

💛💛💛💛

[@lemongacha]

I LIVE FOR STUDIO VLOGS!!! BLESS

[@furrylittlepeach]

Thank you cutie!

[@POWPOWVAL]

SUCH A TREAT!! its Monday morning & you’re giving me LIFEEE ✨✨ love ya

[@furrylittlepeach]

Hehehe 💛💛💛 thanks for watching cutie!

[@janineflanagan5215]

Yay! You're back! Also, this video totally made me want to go antiquing, like I totally have to go buy some furniture I don't actually need! haha

[@furrylittlepeach]

Do it do it ! You could just get decorative trinkets or storage stuff :0 the place we went was SO EXPENSIVE tho!

[@ThePattiw]

You are so inspirational! Welcome back!

[@defnotstasya]

@14:32 I thought Sha'an was drawing in blocks and I was mindblown

[@Probselissa]

rewatching this bc I love but why does the scene at 15:21 remind me so much of a tv show opening?

[@jingyizhang1772]

Hi!!! I was looking at your old vlogs earlier and wondered if you would upload today. AND YOU DID!

[@furrylittlepeach]

HERE I AM BB!

[@maybeanimus]

A place to go to in LA, the Hammer Museum!! There’s always a cool exhibition going on, totally recommend. I went to high school near by and I would always stop by every couple of months to check it out

[@xxriotmachines]

Welcome back!!! I feel you 100% - as someone who works in a creative field/position, there are times when you overexert yourself and just burn out. I felt the same way last month, and for me it really helped to take a step back and try to reestablish my relationship with what I’m doing (it also helped to go on a hike haha!). Idk if that makes any sense, but I’m glad you’re feeling better ❤️❤️❤️

[@xxriotmachines]

Also!! For LA, definitely go visit the Marciano Art Foundation, Norton Simon Museum and the Getty! I love those museums and I think they’re all pretty different from one another. BOBA REC: go to Tan Cha in koreatown as well as Little Fluffy Head in downtown LA. LFH is right next to the Last Bookstore which is an amazing, must see bookstore. Then you can go to Grand Central Market for food. Little Tokyo also has great food/is right next to the Arts District. Tea Master has the best matcha soft serve in the city, and is right next to Sushi Gen. I can go on all day about recommendations for LA haha.

[@xxriotmachines]

Also the Huntington Library for museums/gardens. Amazing space you can spend all day at!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Yes that is the perfect advice! I had creative block last year and being able to travel really helped because i was completely removed from work and had a clean slate. A change of scenery! I think this time it was mainly feeling overwhelmed by how much seemingly stressful tasks I had. ALSO thanks so much for the hot tips for LA, AND OF COURSE for sharing your struggles - so helpful!

[@erldraws1542]

When my phone notified me that you uploaded a new video, I was like.. OHH MY GOOOOD YESSS!!! This is something I've been waiting for!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Thanks sweet pea! 💛💛💛💛

[@wendywu1395]

I MISSED YOUUUUUUUUUU THANK YOUUU FOR COMING BAACK

[@furrylittlepeach]

My absolute PLEASURE- thanks for sticking around 💛💛💛

[@angelaa.8182]

that dog at the end was the cherry on top of a 10 scoop sundae

[@redviolet6524]

Your videos are so fun to watch it's insane! You are such an uplifting and hard working person and that's what inspires me. 💛💛 Sending you my love.

[@bonniechinart]

just wanted to say that I LOVE you long blogs - I love drawing and painting while watching the :~) they're so motivating and inspiring!

[@KatnippStudios]

omgoshhhh YESSSS missed you! Sooooo buzzing that this vlog is nice and long too!

[@sofiaaguilar2160]

yay I’m so happy you’re going to LA! I’d highly recommend visiting: - the huntington library - griffith observatory - the last bookstore - little tokyo - santa monica pier - los angeles county museum of art - getty villa - grand central market - ahipoke bowl - afters ice cream - creamistry - the pie hole hope this helps!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Yay thank you so much for this list honey bee

[@erinbowes6760]

Yay so glad you’re back we all missed you! Can’t wait to start inktober ( I’m following the official board and yours because the prompts are just too cute not to!) 💛

[@furrylittlepeach]

💛💛💛💛

[@lys.iberian]

And it's on October 1st that I finally find the prompt list I was looking for! Thank you ♡

[@rachelyerincho1531]

Sha'an you're so so so very inspirational!

[@emuriram8662]

for food i HIGHLY recommend superba their bread is SO GOOD. there’s a bunch of museums that are okay definitely check out the natural history museum of LA county it’s really cool. also another food thing, tatsunoya is the best ramen i have ever had its better than any place i’ve tried in lil tokyo tbh its just so good

[@je7114]

i actually have a similar type of skin stress thermometer heheh. when it's finals week my skin goes crazy (btw I also have a dust thermometer heh)

[@possibleOo]

SO obsessed with your studio vlogs! Watched this vid 5 times and caaan't wait for your next one +_+

[@huetines9336]

Every single one of your videos puts a huge smile on my face! You are my favorite creative to watch, regardless of the number of uploads. And congrajulations on public speaking, and making it through this month ;)

[@furrylittlepeach]

Thanks lovely, you're too sweet.

[@Kelcreative]

Thank you soooo much for posting this video!! I love how honest you are and that you give us such insight to your processes, even the hiccups. You’re totally right, youtube is intimate and it gives us a chance to understand you and your work even better! We love you sha’an! So much love to you and Rocket, and Bento boy!

[@furrylittlepeach]

It's my pleasure, sweet pea! ILY! 💛

[@rachelpolo]

I'm a big fan of yours. God, I'm so glad I found you. You are such a talented artist! So proud of you. You are a vig model role to me ❤✨ I can't wait to have the second book in my home! 😍

[@furrylittlepeach]

You're an ANGEL! the second book hasn't been acquired yet so it may be months or years until it's release - but you will get it one way or another 💛

[@mookieatsix]

too long? never! i could watch your vlogs for days

[@furrylittlepeach]

Omg that would be a crazy edit sesh!

[@mothcub]

ugh feelin' so inspired after watchin' this video. Have a sweet time in LA! ~

[@FlirtingWithTime17]

p.s. Finally got around to building my design portfolio on square space with your code after seeing so many of your vids, FINALLY COMMITTED :D

[@rachelhebert1279]

Your videos are so relaxing yet so motivating. Thank you so much for putting so much work into them!

[@furrylittlepeach]

My pleasure sweet pea!! Editing takes so long but it's so worth it for me 🤓😍💛

[@aslitis1673]

Yes! Watching your vlog was the first thing I did today. Was so happy that you made a new one :D

[@furrylittlepeach]

😍😘

[@RosieXiong]

your vlogs can never be "too long", they should be longer!

[@intergalacticpeachpatrol]

What a beeeeautiful video! :O I can't wait for your new book! It looks so cute in that tiny lil preview!!!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Hehehe thank you- it's a long way off though - my last book took a year to come out after being acquired

[@AFTALonzo]

your vids just keep getting better!!

[@danielgomezart]

WE LOVE LONG VIDEOS FROM YOU! You don't ever have to worry about that. :) I'll definitely be doing Inktober with your prompt list!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Omg yay! Can't wait to see what you make - please post them on Insta or Twitter with the hashtag so I can follow along 💛💛💛💛

[@danielgomezart]

WILL DO! ^.^

[@cookieater41]

You've got to try Marugame Monzo in Little Tokyo! The best Udon ever. There's a bit of a wait, but it's super worth it and the staff is super friendly. There's also the the Grand Central Market down Broadway and 3rd street with lots of food options it's really cool. Have fun in LA!:)

[@furrylittlepeach]

Omg yay! Thanks for the food reccos 😍😍😍

[@ItsHalfBrain]

I'm so glad you're attending adobe max again! I'll be going for the first time and I've only heard wonderful things about it. So ready to be inspired!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Omg it IS SO WILD - you're gonna love it! Which sessions have you booked? Maybe we'll be in the same ones!!!

[@ItsHalfBrain]

I was SUPER late with registering (when I could actually register was out of my control) so I didn't get into a lot of the sessions I would have liked. Mostly UX and web design stuff.

[@saraholiveira4460]

yayyy new vlog! 💖 Loved your presentation slides! and also, very nice to know that we all have our ups and downs.

[@colleenstone2243]

I will wait an eternity if it means that I get to see another video of yours :) Thanks for sharing your ups and downs with us, it's nice to see the spectrum of someone's life. Also congratulations on doing all the talks, It is super inspirational to see you power through them, even when you are really nervous (I also get nervous for any form of public speaking, so relateable) Looking forward to your inktober sketch-club posts also, I know they are going to be super adorable already :D

[@furrylittlepeach]

Thanks lovely, it means a lot that you like to see it because it can be nerve wracking to share the downs. And yay! Inktober has officially begun here in AU! VERY EXCITED

[@sopheyy7573]

Finally~~~I couldn't have waited any longer for the next video

[@furrylittlepeach]

💛💛💛

[@sopheyy7573]

furrylittlepeach omg didn't expect you to reply😱😱 you inspire me so much! Thank you for posting and please don't forget to rest! Love from germany

[@furrylittlepeach]

ily from Sydney

[@JackWCox]

I've never clicked on something so fast

[@furrylittlepeach]

omg hi

[@michellereeves5707]

Same. I look forward to watching a video every time

[@matilderamos4490]

I'm so happy you are back!!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Thanks honeybee - I'm so glad to be back

[@lovefram]

GAH I missed your vlogs. Thanks for a long one!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Pleasure treasure!!@

[@theblckpen]

Always love watching your videos but this one really resonated with me. Thanks for sharing the other side of the creative process which is not so fun. I was feeling extremely brunt out myself last month and felt so guilty about taking time off to rest. Always feel stressed when I dont get time to paint and have to do more of the "work" things :) It is so important to have a good balance between the two. Glad you got through it and good luck with Inktober

[@majar.8231]

Your blog is just awesome and lovely, thank you very much for making people´s life better

[@meagansalzgeber]

I stinking love milo!! Thank you for sharing, I always love watching your vlogs. I've watched every. single. video. at least 100 times 😅. Thank you for being such an inspiration! It is nice to be able to see the other side of being an illustrator. Super excited for your trip, you are going to have so much fun! 💖 So excited for your prompt list! I'm a graphic designer, so my time is very limited since I have so many other projects to work on. In the past, I was intimidated about conquering the official list but yours makes it feel like I can actually do it. Keep creating wonderful things love!

[@vaibell]

I really like your "abstract" deer it reminds me of a Matisse. What a great exercise!

[@gracechristensen2810]

Okay I know you said you don't want recommendations for restaurants as much but if you're in LA you should check out Diddy Reise Cookies!! They're so good

[@furrylittlepeach]

Oh I definitely want restaurant reccos!!!

[@joneejibes603]

I hope you're feeling better!!! 💛💛💛

[@furrylittlepeach]

I am!!! 😍😘

[@demetriacorvus]

I'm always so excited to see a new video from you pop up! I missed you so much! Can't wait for your next video (no preassure though.)!!!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Hehehe !!! 💛💛💛

[@demetriacorvus]

So I was wondering, what do you keep track of in your journal? Do you keep track of any habits or do you just keep track of appointments and deadlines?

[@cris_tamay]

Loved this one so much Sha'an!

[@furrylittlepeach]

That makes me so happy!

[@thegoodfeelin]

Omg I live in dtla! You should go to the Last Bookstore, the Broad/MOCA, or the Disney Music Hall!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Omg yesssss love these reccos!!! Is the Tuesday Bassen store in DTLA?

[@effisummerscreative]

I love your vlogs and your shade of yellow and your happy illustrations

[@Morgan59595]

Thank youuuuuuuuuu, loved this video!!!!!!!!!!! Yes please, can you show us how you produced Zoom? It would be very interesting to understand the main steps, challenges, tricks, issues... Anyways, missed your great spirit! Love from icy but beautiful London! 🌸🌸🌸🌸

[@furrylittlepeach]

I wanna go back to London so bad!!!!! I will make that video soon, I'll have to pull together a bunch of stuff tho

[@92nicolep]

Enjoyed watching this vlog so much! One of your best yet ✨

[@furrylittlepeach]

Wow thank you! I was honestly so scared it wouldn't be overly interesting because of the lack of drawing/painting involved! Thanks for watching 💛💛💛

[@jayn1nja]

Moreeeeee! Welcome back Sha'an!!

[@Julietlovemovie]

Your vlogs are never too long ;) Loved it

[@lisap5859]

aaaah always so exited for your vlogs and love the long one!!

[@furrylittlepeach]

Thanks cutie pie!!!