how i make aesthetic instagram reels & tiktoks as an artist! (filming, editing, monetization)

Walking you through my process on creating Tiktok videos and Instagram Reels as an artist. Going through how I brainstorming ideas, to how I film, to how I edit, to monetization on Instagram!
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CHAPTERS:
INTRO: 0:00-1:35
TIKTOK VS INSTAGRAM: 1:36-4:45
FILMING: 4:45-10:14
EDITING: 10:14-15:13
MONETIZATION: 15:14-18:32
Thanks for watching :)

[@KatieMai]

Hello! This video is getting a lot more views, thank you all for the kind words. Since then, I’ve changed how I edit my videos and no longer use the Filmm+ app and now edit on the computer using Adobe Premiere Pro. Let me know if you’d like to see and updated video :))

[@geetikarao7952]

yessss!

[@stacy9312]

yesss, same!!

[@debbiedrawsfunny]

Yes plz😅

[@delishtaste7722]

I want to see updated video pleaseee 😣 i really donno how to edit with Adobe Premiere Pro 😭

[@kendalljennerx1848]

i need to know why the quality of my tiktoks are so bad after ive uploaded them

[@Stewie101Griffen]

this video was more informative than my last semester of social media marketing lol

[@crystalmar.s]

Indeed

[@TheCMCW]

Hahahahahhahaha😂 very funny

[@thinnthuzarhtet4823]

I am dying here 😂

[@bluebarker4741]

proves that education is not that worth it anymore, although you still need it for validation ans getting jobs, now its just a subscription to get a job more than to learn what they teach

[@sweetcreature21]

Lol yes

[@BTG413]

I haaaate having to market myself. I just want to make weird and unnerving art. Thank you for making the process easier. ❤

[@srishyy_animatic]

That's good to hear ❤

[@natismyname8789]

Whats your socials?

[@427skies]

Sameeee. 😂 I'd rather just draw but nope.

[@everythingblue8376]

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[@mariamedrano9808]

this was so helpful, for such a long time the process of sharing my artwork online has seemed so daunting. This helps bring the buzz in my head to a lower volume. i appreciate the honesty you provide in your videos because i can get easily sidetracked by both my fears and idealist ways. thank you for being so honest and willing to share your tips with us 🥰🥰🥰

[@cloaksandghosts]

girl I subbed before you even said it - this video is so good, so plain and simple, I got what I came looking for and I appreciate that. plus you have really warm vibes ❤️🌸 enjoyed watching

[@SivanIlan]

💖✨ Katie thanks so much for this video! I’m so overwhelmed with how much content I need to create AND also be a full time artist

[@milacruz3970]

I feel you 🥲

[@kwajoblak]

Same here 🤦‍♂️

[@tamekiasanders4903]

Thank you so much for going step by step and being very detailed with the editing process. You have no idea how helpful this video is. You are a blessing hon. I had to subscribe and support. Keep up the good work. ☺

[@miguel9070]

Omg I love everything about this video. The colors, the vibe, the music. It's so soothing ❤

[@sarahgramelspacher3703]

I feel like I've watched a zillion videos on this topic, and this is the first one I've found with actual useable information. Thanks for sharing!

[@boipeyton]

Thank you so much for this! It’s easy to overlook the time that goes into not only the content you’re talking about, but also the content you’re talking about! You are awesome.

[@Mo_rena-ch2pu]

Katie, you’re love your genuine vibe- thanks so much for the valuable tips and tricks 🥰👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@KlarehsArt]

Thank you! This was a handy insight. I grew up with the internet but shunned social media most of my life, now that I need to learn it for my career... My experience doing so has been an interesting crash course, for sure! This was very helpful! 💕

[@leboleope5142]

Honestly, it’s your personality that made me subscribe 😄 because you’re so adorable and interesting + it helps that your content is super cool. From one art lover to another: keep it up! 💕

[@lauraaquiattractiveactions]

In this video I noticed the way you have stored your paint tubes this is really clever, I liked that, I never would of thought of that hanging them on a board upside down it looks so neat and tidy and yet you can see all of the paint tubes well laid out. I am a first time watcher I clicked this for this video information, you seem nice and very personable. Thanks Laura in Liverpool uk

[@BeakyPress]

Thanks for this video! I started making reels this week and I'm struggling in the instagram app so it's nice to know that there are other editing options out there! I love your art corner btw!

[@melaniejacobs1854]

Katie!! This is the exact video I was looking for💕 found it just by searching but I definitely subscribed. Thank you so much for sharing your process and helping fellow creators🥰 YOU ROCK!

[@everythingblue8376]

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[@vennskap5662]

I'm thinking of starting some artsy reels/tik toks so literally everything you shared was super helpful and easy to understand. I hope your views go up and you keep having fun doing what you're doing

[@amazingbarley3851]

Perfect example in maximing what you have. Kudos to you and congratulations!

[@findingkubi]

Hi Katieee!!! Lovely video as always, thank you for sharing your process! You are such an inspo ✨✨ I’ve been struggling to keep up with the “algorithms” and this video motivates me to keep tryinnn

[@KatieMai]

hiiii!! you got this :)

[@artbytruly2199]

Thank you so much for this video! It was very informative, easy to watch and straight to the point. I’m trying to learn all about short form videos for my art so it’s nice to get this information from another artist. This video deserves more views! Thank you again!

[@rosiewickartist]

This video was so well done I applaud you for putting In the effort to show the step by step process. This is so helpful especially since I’m so bad at making Tik Tok videos! So thank you! Now I feel like I can do it the right way 🤩

[@wafiqhossain6027]

I want to start making aesthetic tik toks and reels, thank you so much for this tutorial! I was feeling kind of stuck because all my drafts were not good lol.

[@sweetcreature21]

This helped sm. I'm a beginner at this and I know how to draw but making videos is such a work that I get demotivated. Thanks a lot!

[@shawnajeree]

Thank you so much! I’m just coming back after taking a break for over 2 years and feel so lost! This was so helpful! 💖

[@YouBrewKombucha]

So helpful. Thank you for walking us through your process! ❤

[@TracyPartridgeJohnson]

Hi Katie! This video is literally THE BEST and most informative/instructive video on exactly HOW to make and edit videos for TikTok than any I have seen! And I've been watching a few...Thank you so much for this great information! And keep up the awesome work! 😍

[@keisharoo]

This was hands down the #1 most helpful video I've watched on this subject. Thank you so much for such a detailed explanation 🙏

[@everythingblue8376]

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[@c.aamold]

thank you for this video. I'm kinda just starting just for fun, i'm not really worried about keeping up with the views and all that, i just enjoy the creation of my art and also the video making. I get motivated to do them when i see such great content, i just want to be able to do it, like how i challenge myself at any medium i take up, so thank you for this simple video. much appreciated, especially the honesty with the reality of the pay about it if i were to consider trying to get some cash lol.

[@chloeluisee]

thank you for actually showing the process !! ive been debating about making tiktoks/reels and this was super helpful

[@jyotiogennavar9134]

This was such an amazing video!! Thank you so much for sharing your process ❤

[@knitsnloops]

this is BY FAR 'the' most useful tutorial on this topic, THANK YOU!!!!

[@everythingblue8376]

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[@xiaohuanli112]

thanks so much for sharing, aside from the process of creating the content, i have to say i'm instant obsessed with your drawings! color pencil + insects! my soft spot!

[@everythingblue8376]

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[@janellemariss]

This was so helpful! Thank you ❤ Also the reel turn out great!

[@AnnieDang]

This was such a fun and helpful video to watch Katie~!🧡 honestly got me inspired to go create more short-form vids :')

[@poshvuli]

Okay wow, this taught me sooo much and gave me confidence to create and post a video on TikTok and IG Reels, thanx girl 💕🙌

[@storiesbysandy]

So helpful! Fantastic tips thank you! And your whole vibe and aesthetic is too cute 🙂

[@Eleanor_R_2006]

Im definitely going to be coming back to this video a lot in the future!! It was so helpful and you made it so easy to understand 😊 also I love your room/desk set up it’s so cute!! (I also noticed we have the same keyboard 😂)

[@hoopwithcait]

You remind me so much of myself personality wise! I’m glad i found your channel!!

[@desimaru88]

This video made me want to make a reel, and I HATE making reels 🤣 very helpful! Thank you!!

[@triz_b]

hii katie, I'm new to your channel, and I'm learning English, and I'm happy that I was able to understand it perfectly without needing subtitles. I learned and understood two things at the same time. Congratulations and don't stop!!!!

[@triz_b]

omg, this comment was long 😵

[@anajailer]

i really love your reels and was wondering how u always got them looking so nice so this was very helpful, thank you!

[@everythingblue8376]

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[@simple_naildesigns]

I’m having a hard time learning instagram reels. This was so helpful!

[@JayCartere]

Thank you so much for this video, I had no idea how to start making short form content on these platforms but this has given me all the info I need!

[@Hello_there497]

Why are you sooo underrated?? This video was soo informative.. Thanks Katie.. You solved all my problem ✨❤

[@yohannaje]

this video was fantastic! thank you so much Katie for posting it. Really helpful

[@mauimonique]

I had to pause and say I REALLY appreciate you for this, you have NO idea. Thank you!

[@victoriaangell-sanchez]

Really helpful video, it put me off when creators were suggesting 2 reels per day which sounds so draining so it gives comfort knowing you post about 4 per month.

[@melaniestamps]

This was very helpful, I am a cardmaker who is trying to learn how to make reels / videos showing how to make cards or quickie tutorials. Thank you!

[@cassidymadeco]

This was super informative and helpful! Thanks for your transparency. Subscribed!

[@mamacatplans]

this is so helpful! I've been struggling making IG reels and tiktok vids. Thanks for sharing!

[@keeva4998]

I've just made a new art Instagram account and this was so soooooo so so helpful thankyou sm!!😭💞💖I'm planning to make my first painting reel this week now thanks to you🧡💛just ordered my tripod🙌🏼

[@sarafatima7066]

Thank you so much for this video ❤ you give so sweet and wholesome vibes tbh love that!!

[@everythingblue8376]

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[@happinesss2]

It was a fun, informative video! I liked the honesty about monetization and that's crazy that that's what you need to do for the bonus haha it's a nice creative outlet that pays a little bit every month and that sounds sweet!

[@ASMR_luna]

This was such a helpful video, thank you! I laughed when you mentioned the storage because I’ve been on that struggle bus for many years 😂❤️

[@zuzu_1]

Aww this video was awesome Katie, thanks so much for sharing your process!! I just started my Tik-Tok this week, and was like wow this is more complex than I thought.. so this was perfect timing 🥰!

[@KatieMai]

omg no way! what’s your tiktok? wishing u luck with it :))

[@zuzu_1]

😂ikr I was like wow! And it’s Zulekaart

[@adairingwomanstudio8645]

This was so helpful Katie, thank you!! Can't wait to dig in!

[@j0shknXO]

This is what I was looking for... to start social media reels for my small business. Gosh! This is soooo helpful. I watched like more than 10 video and no-one really taught me how to do it. Thank you soooooo much Katie! Much love from Sri Lanka :) Gonna subscribe

[@K_tnay]

Thank you for recording the whole process! I subscribed because it was so helpful 👏❤️🔥 made me motivated

[@narikeri]

Finally, I've found the most useful video about filming! Thank you sooo much for sharing :))

[@maicyher]

Overall awesome detailed video! I appreciate all the information and your time for making this to help people improve their posts. Thank you!

[@internetandlifehacks]

We love this! Thanks a lot for sharing your unique tips 💙

[@zynpzprk1339]

You definitely convinced me to follow your channel 😂 you made the process seem less daunting so I might give reels a go :)

[@martamaldonadoayvazyan1205]

It was super helpful thank you for showing step by step!! I needed it in my life for my videos🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Bubblestheghost]

This is soooo helpful! Thank you! Whenever I try to film myself making something, or painting I try to to do it all in one sitting, in one shot, no prep, it’s just a big mess. 🙏

[@teouratadze]

Thanks a lot Katie! This video was really helpful and your whole style matches mine so.... I enjoyed it so much!

[@Fran_i_am]

I have an XR too and this makes me feel so much better about having an older phone to make content! Thanks for keeping it real love 😁

[@everythingblue8376]

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[@quotesntrends2901]

Beautiful reels!! Thank you for the tips 🥰🥰🥰

[@Anabana97]

This video was a delight ! I am a fellow artist also trying to grow my presence on tiktok/instagram. Thank you , these tips are actually very helpful!

[@vanyafirdausya534]

Hi Katie! I enjoyed watching your video so much and this one is so so so helpful 💖 THANK YOU SO MUH for sharing 🌷✨

[@mariagnosis6013]

Make what you like to watch. First golden nugget 🌟

[@its.birsen]

Thanks so much Katie, this video was really helpful 💖 And I would love to hear more about your experience with sponsorships ✌

[@KatieMai]

yes yes yes!

[@katelynmcmanis8514]

katie this is seriously the most helpful video!! thank you 🙌🏼

[@KatieMai]

i wanna help u guys grow!!! 💗❤️

[@roserising]

This was super helpful! Thank you!!! I just started a podcast & realized I have to promote on social media. Making videos has seemed intimidating to me for some reason so I’ve always just done static photos & that just doesn’t get u the views!! I’m gonna give it a try! 💕

[@nickeyandbriemasi8079]

Thank you Katie! 🫶🏽

[@mmca9323]

I'm so appreciative for your clear and concise video!

[@heatherwebdesign]

I’m new and love your art, Beautiful! Thank you for being so honest and forward about the process and money.

[@cherylh1864]

Thank you for your honesty! Your very talented and make great content!

[@rabbitandbug]

i remember seeing this tiktok so long ago! i loved it and i can't believe i found this again on YT! what luck!

[@mystikmisfit]

eee. really appreciate this lil vid! tysm for taking the time to share!!

[@Tttt28882]

Sis you look gorgeous in these braids!! Even as a Native American (but from South A.) I don’t feel that pigtails suits me that much but you just look BEAUTIFUL on it ❤ Tks for the content!!

[@JustBasicArt]

Love your content!! Keep killin it!! Wishing you much success and happiness!

[@KatieMai]

to you as well ❤️

[@debbiedrawsfunny]

Thanks for this😊I’ve been so frustrated by the editing in insta and TikTok and will definitely look into filmm- I’ve tried other apps but the7 get so pricey😮

[@wyan2222]

thanks for breaking it down for us! i also think one of the best ways to learn is by watching!

[@colinetrupiano9221]

It was one the most useful video I ve seen in 10 years of KZbin ❤

[@kyliemaslen5969]

this is SO HELPFUL omg

[@kmmk292929]

this is so helpful, been wondering how all these cool artists do this, thank youuuuuuuu!

[@ArleynH]

this is the first video of yours that I have watched and just wanted to say - you have a very cool vibe. subscribed!

[@RachelEustace]

You need to post all of these as Shorts! Such great content

[@tec702]

Thanks for sharing, I like how you are real. And showing us things we can actually get and use to make a video. This is so helpful.

[@kitchenzombie8974]

Thx for that. You showed that you don't need to fancy equipment. Just a phone, a tripod, filmm+. Really good video. I liked it. Have a nice weekend

[@hildavillafranca7805]

Thank you, this is really nice of you to share your process! It helped me a lot :)

[@jillankho8631]

Needed this so much! Thank you ❤️

[@jennyanne2444]

This is so helpful! Thank you girl 🥰!

[@Delfire]

I’m sorry but I was distracted by the art behind you….. where is the “J”!?

[@that_caffeinated_girl]

😅😅😅😂😂😂

[@jopang5435]

Always love a genuine sharing!

[@SandyGaskettArt]

Love this thank you for all your tips. (plus your art is very cooool)

[@coritoons]

hello! thank you for sharing your process, i found it very helpful 😆 i hope i have the confidence to actually act out my ideas now haha 💗

[@KatieMai]

you got this!! sending u encouragement

[@peachblend]

This was super inspiring and helpful! Thank you so much!

[@mushroomladie]

this was SO informative and well done! thank you

[@KathrynBea]

Thank you so much, this was so clear and thorough!