Getting BACK TO ART after a break - ARTIST VLOG

[@myriamtillson]

I spent a lot of time recording lots of birbs.

[@alkemyfrost]

birbs are cute and fun to video ^.^ i completely understand and have no problem with the feathery footage XD

[@moodyandtheartist]

It's appreciated! 🐦

[@aalin5701]

'Motivation needs to be fed'. Thank you, needed to hear that

[@myriamtillson]

I think we can beat ourselves up a little too much for not feeling motivated enough or not being able to summon motivation, when in fact, I rarely think it comes first. Everything we do is a cycle of things that feed into each other, and motivation is no exception.

[@dominiqueanderson5313]

Thank you Myriam, your artwork and videos are nourishment for the soul!

[@myriamtillson]

That means a lot Dominique, thank you :)

[@trbremm]

Loved the part in which you mention looking back at a piece and "realizing that something could be better already made it worth to do it". Very inspiring to think of your own art work as beautiful lessons no matter how they turned out. But regarding your paintings, always lovely and thought provoking.

[@elizabethcmckay3207]

Your love for birds hit me in the heart, I’m exactly the same as you I love them so much, I appreciate someone who appreciates and knows birds like you!

[@claricerocha7823]

I related so much with the strugle of coming out of a break in my art, you gave me some cool insights! Love from Brazil 🇧🇷

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you Clarice, I'm glad to hear that!

[@TheClassics4me]

So happy to see you back, refreshed from your break! I love Lucent! The concept is particularly beautiful and speaks to my introverted brain in a wonderfully sensitive way. You are always inspiring!

[@oliwiamaliszewska9853]

You’re amazing :) so happy your channel exists

[@guineapig1985]

Some people are too literally minded and don't understand that great truths can't be represented literary but must be contained in metaphor. True beauty also often carries in it aspects of the grotesque. As always, I love your work. Thank you for sharing. You seem to be in a good place mentally and so I am glad you took the time you needed.

[@brandibrooks4089]

I was honestly in such a funk yesterday, and I really needed you art today, so it was a pleasant surprise when I saw your video!

[@myriamtillson]

Ah I hope you are feeling better! Thank you for the support ^^

[@kassyladolcevita1984]

Your work is all so inspiring to me. I find myself coming back to your videos all the time when I feel un motivated and I just thought I would let you know that. Over the years, you and your work, as well as two others here on KZbin have been such a huge inspiration and I can’t thank you enough. ❤️

[@andrada-mariapricop8986]

Oh, Myriam! You're exactly what I needed today after spending hours of feeling like a fraud and a failure and who am I to make art and blah blah. Your video was so motivating and honest and made me feel like I'm right to be doing what I do and to keep at it. I love the way you work, very organically and at your own pace and I needed someone to remind me of that. And I loved all the birdies footage. They're so cute ^_^.

[@soanalaichnam344]

Juhu my favorite art youtuber is back with amazing, inspiring content :D

[@myriamtillson]

You're so kind, thank you Soana!

[@desi_the_duck]

Enjoy re-watching your videos

[@Woofworkshop]

That bird haha! So very interesting, quality video as usual. Your content is always incredible and you are such a talent!

[@CharlesHancockCreations]

Great to see your 'in the saddle' again, Myriam! Enchanting owl concept as well. 🦉All those paintings are beautifully dark concepts!!😍

[@marinagelineau8341]

Thank you Myriam for this video ! It’s always a pleasure to see you painting and your work is so inspiring and moving. Sometimes having a pause is very important and I think that we can already feel your will and urge to paint a big one, now 😊😊 I wish you all the possible fun and satisfaction for your next paintings !

[@bigdaddy123447]

Each painting was intriguing, technically impressive, and raw. So so beautiful. My favorite has to be Lucent. You did a stunning job capturing the luminescent quality of stained glass when struck with light. Portraying atmospheres in paint is incredibly difficult; you did such a beautiful job!!!

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you Martin! I am excited to explore the light in that concept in a bigger piece :) Thank you for your kind words!

[@kpatricia7680]

Amazing 🤩 I just love your work and concepts.. I stare at for ages! It’s like watching a film.

[@myriamtillson]

Ah that's super lovely to read, thank you!

[@dianaclift9271]

So glad you are back!! You have been missed xxx

[@beckyquick4025]

I love your art, the owl and the last one are my favorite.

[@whatevermatewhatevermate6638]

I'm really glad you uploaded a new video! Your art is really inspiring and beautiful, and I love hearing the things you talk about😁

[@Its_Jess00]

Not sure why but painting 4 made shed a few spontaneous tears. As always, your work is amazing

[@myriamtillson]

Ah woaw, thank you Jessica!

[@nasi_art]

Yaaay so happy to see a video of you!! ❤️

[@myriamtillson]

Ah thank you!! 🥰

[@BeckieArt]

Thank you so much for making this. I've been too frazzled with everything to create much recently and am just now trying to get back on it. Also I too get very distracted by little birdies visiting!

[@NabiAbii]

so glad your back

[@myriamtillson]

I never left! ♥️

[@magereina]

i love watching you work and think your mind is not horror filled but a beautiful alternate way of seeing😍😘

[@Jojo-oi5tl]

You’re art is amazing l loved 💜🇸🇦

[@sammsart]

17:20 I needed THIS SO MUUUUUCH!!! Thank you

[@ZenARTSupplies]

Hi Myriam, very happy to hear you feel refreshed after your break. We have just discovered you but looking forward to following your journey :) - Beatrice

[@sofialima4521]

Yaay you're back! I really missed your videos, they're such a help with my fidgeting nerves 😅 I can't wait to see the concepts made into full pieces, and also, to see all the more birbs in your videos 🖤✨

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you Sofia! More birbs incoming for SURE. I'm obsessed....

[@LanaGoesArt]

Welcome back :) I really enjoy watching your process of sketching, thought and the actual painting. Thanks for sharing! Your videos are a real treat. :)

[@Cati.Colours]

So exciting to see one of your videos again!! Glad you're feeling better, too 💕

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you Caty!

[@ddsincos]

Welcome back Myriam, I'm sooo happy to see you on yt again

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you Dijana

[@theduksystemqwakers7946]

Its really nice to see you back, but so glad you took that step to take the break you needed Self care is so important Your art is relatable in so many ways loving the new concepts Very proud patreon supporter

[@Kelcreative]

Just love love your videos and your message for us to turn our work into progress and growth. To stay positive! Your work inspires me and makes me want to create! Thank you for sharing with us!!!

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you for supporting my work Kelley! I really appreciate your kindness :)

[@PhoebesWorldProductions]

I can relate to what you’re saying in this video.... I feel like I have to “re-learn” almost everything I knew before my break... And it’s hard to get motivated to set up the space, and “Start” again. Even though I am “Creatively overwhelmed” with a zillion painting and other project ideas. I love each piece you did in this video, and I love the scenes with the birds visiting...=)

[@freyapetersen6087]

aaaah, that was just what i needed

[@trashrat263]

YAY LOVE YOUR VIDEOS

[@myriamtillson]

THANK YOU!

[@timrounds5844]

You are so amazing...I just love your work.

[@notazart3454]

Myriam you are freaking amazing! i really feel the same and hearing a motivation struggle talk is just making me feel and find ways to overcome my struggles. thank you!

[@KallerhultCreations]

I haven't finished watching the entire video but I had to take a little break to compliment you on your editing skills and choices! The flow of the video is 👌 especially in the painting montage/time lapse sections. Ok, gonna continue watching now!

[@adeliensart]

That mug😍😍😍

[@johnkillink]

YEAH!!! great video Myriam!! so great to have you back!! hope you are doing good! cheers!!

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you Diego!!

[@rvg55]

Nice to see you back. Great work Myriam💕

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you Virginia! I hope you are well yourself :)

[@nighthawkwarriorcomics]

cool video today thanks for sharing keep it up i like your paintings

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you kindly!

[@nighthawkwarriorcomics]

@@myriamtillson your welcome

[@melsgalleria]

I completely understand that struggle to get back into painting/drawing after a long break. I have been struggling with that lately. I have had to take some time off and I have had a hard time getting started again. This video definitely helped with that. Hopefully, I can take some time and get back into soon. By the way I love the owl piece and the mirror piece you did. Those are by far my favorites.

[@miriamgillham6701]

Love this... just loved it so much, thank you for putting in the time to evolve your art which in turn blesses all of us with the process of your paintings being formed and out of, and from the wonderful place that is your mind. Just love your work Myriam, it inspires me to keep trying!

[@bahaviabavairia5930]

So relaxinggg love it

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you very much!!

[@nadyal2624]

Looking forward to the next video. You're work is stunning and fascinating. I agree with you comment that every piece is growth/evolution 😊😊😊😊 Also, cute hair being a little longer and darker 😉😊

[@myriamtillson]

Haha, thanks Nadya! I'm dying for a haircut XD

[@moodyandtheartist]

Nice work! I love the little teaser for the next video! :-D

[@katherinescheld]

love the way you edited this and love your work! Can definitely relate to the struggle of taking a break from art and coming back to it.

[@alkemyfrost]

always good to see a video of yours, i love your work, every piece from and of this video as well, and i'm glad you take care of yourself by taking breaks when you need to. i find your videos, art, thoughts, to be so inspiring, thank you for sharing.

[@myriamtillson]

hank you for your Kindness Krys :) I don't take enough breaks but I really needed that one at the end of 2020 and I'm glad I took some time. I hope you are well yourself and taking good care!

[@alkemyfrost]

@@myriamtillson no problem and thank you too! Take care! :D

[@oru-sama218]

Oh god... your definition of being "rusty" is exactly what I am going through right now... I can't force myself to create because I know from the beginning, that my art will suck...

[@MazaArts]

Great video 😍 and your paintings turned out amazing ❤️

[@jadiellima8922]

That's a inspiring content right here! At the first minutes I already feel better about myself quitting drawing for a while. I hope I get back as you did!

[@myriamtillson]

We all need different rhythms and to work at our own pace, and breaks are healthy and needed. :) Take care of yourself!

[@fuzzydragons]

birds are distracting but in a really good way and it can help a lot with creativity and motivation just to watch them for awhile 😀

[@myriamtillson]

Yes, I agree!!! 😊

[@emmaabdul-jabbar3458]

I relate to you so much!! I’m so glad to have discovered your channel. You’re art is mesmerizing 💝 also- how do you keep your paper from warping??

[@lemonycakez]

BIRBS! ❤️

[@myriamtillson]

all the fluffballs.

[@Jessie-mb9vs]

Woah I think I have a crush 💕

[@mandym.387]

I know this is beside the point but: You are so pretty!!!!

[@franklambeth1148]

Painting 6 is really interesting

[@myriamtillson]

Thanks!

[@aribetterlari]

I have MISSED YOUUUUUU

[@myriamtillson]

You're sweet!

[@Stealinginfo]

Your work is clearly a metaphor for the mind, not body horror. Evocative! I saw in one of your videos ages ago that in a previous career, you worked with horror make up …masks, latex, etc. Have you thought of sculpting your figurative work? What if through sculpture you break through your concerns over never being completely satisfied with your work. Your paintings are powerful! Just a suggestion.

[@b-m1194]

Omg i cant believe im here so early

[@myriamtillson]

Hi! 😁 thanks for popping by early!

[@b-m1194]

@@myriamtillson ive been following you since like 2017/8 so the fact that you replied to me made my day

[@annaleelangnes9153]

I always have a hard time getting myself to set up a space for paint

[@myriamtillson]

I understand that! It took me years to build a habit, and doing art as my job is definitely a good incentive. Don't be too hard on yourself, and work on one thing at a time. :)

[@annaleelangnes9153]

@@myriamtillson thank you so much 💜 i also make art as my job and i love your work so much 💜

[@asteralmach]

😍💜😘

[@tashfireopal]

Your paintings are unique!

[@myriamtillson]

Thank you Tash :) I don't think anyone ever means it in a bad way when they describe my work that way, I understand where they are coming from, but it doesn't feel super accurate to me. Thank you!

[@tashfireopal]

@@myriamtillson I get that and I understand but I think you and your work deserve more than that

[@fuchsfarben]

Find you a partner who looks at you like Myriam looks at little birds :D

[@josephschneeman5415]

You are so good at what it is you do)ART). I could sit here and watch you paint as I listen to you're explanations forever. I won't. But i'd love too. Unless, it is you want me too? Or something like that. And even then, i'd struggle. LOOK my point is, It is beautiful, I WANT to watch forever, but I can't, because, you know. Priorities'. But if you'd marry me? Then maybe? I could? WAIT WAIT no. I don't know if I'm ready for commitment. Awesome work, I really liked the owl! Hope you laughed.

[@MrsQuam]

Do you have different mediums in those little tubs of paint within the pallet?

[@myriamtillson]

I just decante my acrylic in those sealable pots, it makes it easier to carry them around and use them :)

[@victoriavvc]

*meant as a compliment* I think you would make a really good art professor or even art teacher (younger kids). Not just by how you look and dress, but how you talk about art and your insecurities. I usually put art videos on in the background for while I work, but when you start talking directly to the camera in a video, I can't help but stop what I'm doing and look at you when you're talking. I think it would be a really good side thing for you, especially if you only did it recreationally instead of working full time. That way you have time for your own art.

[@drawing4256]

Great job. I'm drawing and I'm waiting for you on my KZbin channel))))

[@caddieohm7059]

Being no 1234

[@ShinyBusterBaby]

For future reference, I think it would behoove you to post tripophobia warnings and a time skip button for folks to jump to because you've got A LOT of triggering work that will traumatize viewers. And I do understand what you are trying to do with your work. It is not my place to tell you how or what to do with it. But at the same time, I don't think it's fair, to let folks be confeonted with their fears and phobias, without warning. People have to be ready to confront them in their own time. You may inadvertently run viewers away, not giving them the freedom, to do so. I know you say your work isn't meant to be body horror but it has a very Junji Ito sensibility to it. And while I respect that depth of art, I myself cannot participate in enjoying becaus3 it is so triggering. I hope you will consider my suggestion and keep going.