How to Stay Inspired and Motivated to Create!

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[@safiyyabhyat7334]

I really have been struggling on what to draw and I've also been lacking motivation. It is super beneficial and helpful. This also inspired to buy more artbooks! I am really enjoying it so far. Thank you so much for putting so much work into these videos every week! It really touches many people. You are so inspiring. 😊 ❤

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much!! Yes lots of work goes into it but I hope it helps :) thanks for your support

[@Foundingmother1]

This video is inspiring. Thank you for posting, There is an app called brainy quotes that I have used as a philosophical reference.

[@MayaSoundz]

As an artist myself I can say that having no motivation is a normal thing . I struggled with it for a long time but now you can find any inspirations on different apps : pinterest, instragram and much more. Thank you for helping small artists to discover the beautiful world of art ! Much love from Maya! Stay safe♡

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much ✨🌟

[@paulhall9392]

Your really talented. Even with your drawing at what 4 years old? I couldn't draw like that as an adult. You where born with magical imagination and hands.

[@mariamangion21]

Jess, you work incredibly hard on your content and it shows! I hope you know how much of an impact you make on me! May God bless you for everything you do for this channel, spreading positivity and motivation 🤍🥺🌸

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much for your appreciation 💛

[@soft_threads]

@@artofjesskarp your video's are always helpful but this one was top notch and immensely helpful loved every bit of it thank you from the bottom of my heart to share such incredible content it really means a lot god bless you in all works of life sending you tons love and happiness from India Mumbai 🥰😘❤️.

[@aalvina]

jess never fails us to feel us inspired and motivated

[@artofjesskarp]

Thanks! I’m so happy to know!

[@Nimeyna]

This video literally made me cry. I've been struggling with having faith in myself and my art. When I saw you trying out the new oil pastels and creating an amazing artwork, it reminded me why I started to make art in the first place. To get lost in the process, feeling like I'm not even in the room anymore. Just my artwork and me. To feel proud of what I created and to surprise myself every time I finish a piece. Thank you so much! I really needed this and I'm sure many other struggling artists feel the same way.

[@sirius-ly6326]

you inspired me as always and now i will finish the 100 heads challenge!

[@artofjesskarp]

Nice!!

[@lywaa2300]

WOW your pastel drawing turned out so magical!!! I can't wait to see you use them more! 😍💗🔥

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you!! 💛

[@pr0fessorz0om68]

I sometimes get art Block. Got a new sketchbook and my friend said to draw each species of cat with facts. Most fun I've had in a while

[@susanharkema2888]

Great video, Jess, and a wonderful new study from your lovely viewpoint. Because of you, I look at nature and color so differently. I see purple in the grass and and pinks in a squirrel's fur, etc. Thank you!!

[@artofjesskarp]

Thanks Susan! That is beautiful ! I really appreciate your kind words

[@lindabeaudry3038]

Another beautiful video! I wonder how to go from following tutorials to creating pieces from my own imagination. Would love to hear your ideas on this 😊

[@artofjesskarp]

Thanks! One element is to focus on your feelings and it should come naturally

[@buddhabro.9130]

I've been thinking about picking up my pencils, pens, and brushes again. This video is really helpful. Thanks, Jess for sharing your life and knowledge with us.

[@artofjesskarp]

Go for it! You’ll feel great. Thanks for watching

[@paulwoodford6229]

Tomorrow is not a guarantee, so do it now!

[@dianeo]

I live on the Gulf Coast of Florida and have been to the Dali museum many times. Each time is just as magical and amazing as the first time! Every inch of that place, inside and out, is an inspiration. They've also had temporary exhibits with my fav artists, Magritte and Escher, and I was over the moon ❤ A trip to this, or ANY art museum should cure art block. Thanks for your insights on an issue that every artist experiences. On a side note, I'm marveling at the creative talent you showed at such a young age! I wish I had shown evidence of artistic talent while I was young because I would have gotten more encouragement from family and teachers. The only thing that kept me going was my passion for the arts. Encouragement (or lack of) has such an impact on your whole life. Even if you become an accomplished artist as an adult, if you were negatively impacted in childhood, you will always be haunted by seeds of doubt that were sown in childhood.

[@shonascouten3871]

The painting is BEAUTIFUL! So is your hair!😂 Keep on keeping on girl!!

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you Shona!!

[@kiwimiwi5452]

a person that inspired me to pick up art when I was a kid is a content creator here on this platform. It was fanart that got me truly hooked, I've always been drawing and doodling, but that was the true turning point. Very very recently a close friend of mine became friends with that creator. Through that friend I can send the creator some of my art and stickers to give them a bit of that happiness they unknowingly contributed to giving me. I'm so increcibly excited about that, aaaaah

[@natashiastubblefield2130]

Can you do a video looking through your portfolios? Your work is amazing! 😍

[@artofjesskarp]

Thanks! Will try!!

[@rizzart66]

Wonderful as always. I must confess, I had to watch this twice. I was so tired yesterday, the music and your soothing voice, I nodded off. I'm starting the 100 heads challenge so it's time to rewatch your video on that.

[@artofjesskarp]

Wow, thank you! I hope it was a good sleep :) thanks for watching

[@andreatorraca8755]

Staying inspired,lately jus painting items around the home,picking flower when on my daily walk,then combining them in morning sketchbook….leads to more inspiration

[@artofjesskarp]

Love that! Thanks for watching

[@sirius-ly6326]

I can't stop thanking you for the greatness of your videos!

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you for your support!

[@nathanandrew9289]

Jess is living my dream life

[@melissarounds786]

You are so incredibly talented. However, it's so easy (from the outside looking in) to forget how much *practice* you have put in to your art to get where you are today. That huge, squishy portfolio full had me just: wow. The glimpse inside was a treat. ❤️

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much. Yes lots of practice… and still more to come :)

[@lolilol9645]

You are such an inspiration and I hope you know it 🤍

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much

[@sajilsewpersad633]

Thank you for inspiring us all Jess❤

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you for watching

[@mamtarani-hk9cb]

Your each and every word is truly inspirational.................for me I think Art is itself a motivation .....whenever I feel sad or a little down I just do art .......or watch your videos for inspiration

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much! I’m so happy to know

[@jessthemess5087]

I am trying to get ready for my summer to paint. I am an art teacher so it's hard to switch gears and do art for myself. This is giving me ideas what to do to get myself in the right head space to create for myself.

[@artofjesskarp]

Excellent. Thanks Jess

[@thesketchylittlebird]

Jess, the museum you went to is a different building than it used to be. The first art museum I ever went to outside of the city I live in was the Dalí Museum in St. Pete around 2008. It was a high school field trip with my art class. I wanted to be an artist back then but didn't pursue it, and I'm trying to get back into it now. So you mentioning the Dalí Museum was very nostalgic for me and a bit of crazy timing. I don't remember anything else, but Dalí's melting clocks always stayed with me. That and his mustache, of course.

[@yellowbicycleartstudio8974]

Another great way to stay inspired is to watch one of your videos. You are an inspiration to so many! Thank you!

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you!

[@golden..movies.1219]

As always you really left everyone watching stunned with your skills and help us motivate I'm really grateful to you for being an inspiration for young artists like me who wanted to achieve the results like you Can you plz make a video on how you started your journey and how can we? Thank u so much love from India, janvi ❤🤍

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so so much

[@cheralynn4417]

I wrote my first poem in fourth grade: Although I know I'm no Van Gogh I still like art. Then I added my drawing of a horse, my favorite subject at the time. I'll watch this video again whenever I need more inspiration! thanks, Jess :)

[@artofjesskarp]

Oh I love that poem so much!! Thanks for watching :)

[@afos32]

I got my spark back today. I finish an 8 month long project that should have took only a month. So much life happens. It's crazy. I was to the point of tears so beyond thankful to have finished. Your video is a big help thank you

[@shilpikumari726]

Thank you mam. Seeing how my art has evolved since i followed is a beautiful experience. And definitely needed some guidance for my art (coz im self taught and finding good guidance is difficult) . So thanks!

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you! That’s amazing!

[@1171]

I am self taught and am constantly working with what I love which means I see everything and believe that the memories of the life I have been living I love capturing my favorite memories and I’m over 65 years young . I have always been interested in art and oil was my first experience and I thought I would try my luck with watercolors . Capturing all of the memories I have will keep me busy . Good luck everyone.

[@silentqueen8650]

Me too.. Self taught artists are always searching for guidance thats true.. After following Jess I got the motivation to keep trying and work had.. She really inspired me a lot!

[@mariatrapani851]

ENJOYED YOUR CRAYON PAINTING, THE SEA VIEW CAME OUT LOVELY

[@little.leafling3909]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your videos❤️ they mean so much to me as they always touch me in some way🥰

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad to know

[@Devil-ix6is]

I started art because it made me feel comfortable, it is beautiful even if you make a mistake, it makes your brain feels so good, I love art. Thank you for this video.

[@bean9]

This was really kinda cinematic! These tips will definitely be helpful! Another amazing video, thanks Jess! :D

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much 😍

[@learningvlogs1142]

Hey Jess you are truly awesome , wonderful and I am inspired by you cause you always being creative and the main aspect is that you share it with us , and I loved that oil passel work it was great and I also loved the way you took the vedio thankyou for your inspiration 😊 😀 ❤ Love from India 🇮🇳

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so so much

[@lashermanaspastor1463]

I'm one of the much people that you inspired. I feel so identify 'cause since I have use to my conscience I like to draw, but since I enter in 5th grade I started drawing with more detail before I'ven drawing anime, and that's my base; but now that I'm in nine grade, as you I can appreciate the perfectly and the beauty from the nature and now I draw based in the nature more than the anime, like more esthetically or the complexity etc... Then I saw this video, help me to give a big step making advances, putting effort and push me to be better. In your drawings we can saw that your soul is resilient, cheery and always find the funny side of everything and anyhow you know how to move yourself forward. Thanks for share us this valious thing that we are gonna preserve and use in our lifes.

[@mamtarani-hk9cb]

Also want to mention..............your art studio just incredible and beautiful like you.....love from India

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you!

[@elliott4570]

You are an inspiration for me! I love your videos like this one! Were you aware that you have such a great talent making videos ? Excellence in everything I’ve seen you do! Love seeing you interact with Matilda too… ~Jill

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you much! No I was not aware, I just always think of way I can make the videos better. And keep learning - I really appreciate it!

[@ifraarif1449]

This came at the perfect time for me. I have been struggling with my art recently and this video has helped me. Thank you Jess! i will be creating some new art this evening hopefully :)

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much!! I’m so glad you found it helpful

[@akritibhatnagar9085]

You are genius. I love your drawing.🥰🥰🥰

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you

[@lauravillafani-creativeart1249]

I had not seen this video yet!! How much I needed this... Thank you Jess!!!! There is so much in you and I love (even though old) learning from you. I did not have all the tools you had while studying art, but now I have them through you. It's a beautiful Saturday morning in Houston. I am planning to get inspired through nature and get over the fear of the blank page!

[@alydrena2304]

You always always making me sooo happy to be alive and create more by your videos and your warm and sunny pesonality🧚‍♀️💛💛💛😻 Love you soooo much 💐🧡🧡🧡

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you!!

[@bonnierosendale]

Wonderful, Jess! I think Van Gogh would have loved your oil pastel painting! ❤

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you! It would be fun to show it to him 🥺✨

[@prexytheartist]

You are such an inspiration Jess!! 💖

[@judyrose6358]

Beautiful work, as always! I am just blown away! 💕

[@CJShopland_Art]

There are days it all goes wrong and I fear people won’t believe the days that go right because the risk taking vs skill full art is so vast. Yet the challenge keeps me going and I have always loved the tactile nature of art long before I actually drew the world around me. If I have a sketch down the art is precise but if I figure it out within the paint process it’s looser and sometimes it pays off. I love how you show all the different styles and approaches; and yet it is all you, showing different parts of yourself. I could never stick to just the one approach to art and doesn’t seem to confuse people too much 😀 Lovely video and art 😁

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you!!

[@melanieforrester7689]

Loved this! I'm thinking about starting a journal just of inspirations. Watching your KZbin channel is definitely going on the list!! When I'm lacking motivation it's usually because I'm tired or rushed. Sometimes a break is all I need.

[@bhargavichebrolu6950]

You always inspires me 😊

[@artofjesskarp]

Thanks! I’m so happy!

[@dilipsamarasinghe778]

Very nice video. Lovely pastel painting too.

[@sassysup]

Oil pastel ptg was truly breathtaking😍... Thnx for another awesome video Jess!🤗 Stay blessed...Stay inspirational !!❤️

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you :)

[@sassysup]

@@artofjesskarp ur reply alwz make my day!!🥰

[@maitreyeesen5112]

This make me feel so inspired!!!!!

[@artofjesskarp]

Yes!!! Amazing!

[@Hanna.k_draws]

You’re a true inspiration Jess 💕 Thank you ☺️

[@jeffchadderdonarts2643]

I absolutely love your use of color! Thanks, Jess, for the inspiration and insight (again).

[@stranger_official1]

Thanks Jess! I was having lack of inspiration and slowly, I didn't did an artwork for 3 to 4 days and I'm feeling it is not good to stop like this, But!!! You are a source of inspiration, a magical person who is telling me to create and helping me me throughout. I have finished my sketchbook 2 weeks ago. I really wanna meet u and Matilda. Hope I can Lots of love ❤from India

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much!!

[@stranger_official1]

You are always welcome

[@AnchoredArtDesigns]

So inspiring. I definitely want to keep creating and trying new things in my art! Thanks for the encouragement!

[@parvathynsp]

Loved this video..Loved your energy

[@johnrivera2141]

Just seeing you create is inspiring 🙏

[@jazzie-ann2677]

I am absolutely in love with your videos and your art really inspires me! This video is just the motivation I needed so thank you ❤

[@gamersspot2195]

Your editing style of videos are amazing jess 🤩 and your paintings are speechless to describe

[@promitadey9030]

Hey Jess, I'm from India. I truly want to say you thanks for sharing this. I'm an Artist and I also sometimes face art blocks or lack of motivation, confusion about how to start again.. Watching this video I got back motivation to follow my passion. This is really helpful. Thank you!❤

[@katarina9983]

Love your Dali painting. He's one of my favourite artists too, although the older I get the more issues I have with him as a person. In a perfect world it would be possible to separate the artist from the art. Van Gogh is also one if my favourites as is Botticelli and Renoir. Thanks for sharing. Your videos (and art) is beautiful.

[@heje_oc895]

it's really amazing to see you paint like that, can learn a lot of coloring techniques from you

[@charmde2008]

This is exactly what I wanted hear. Thank you so much for the beautiful video. Really helpful. Love your art. Take care

[@pauladeviveiros1448]

Beautiful video!! So well thought out and delivered!! Your heart is so beautiful and I was so inspired! Oh, and footage of Matilda always helps!! 😄❤️🥰

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! Yes she is so sweet 💛

[@bridgetcaton2881]

I would love to see a video where you show your old art! It's always so inspiring to me to see where people started. Beautiful video!

[@snowyflake04]

I am so glad a came across this channel, I love art so much and this is why. The second I saw this video, I shocked! You need more subscribers!! Thank you for helping me learn more and I hope your channel grows!!

[@SarahNewburyArt]

Wow, what an amazing production Jess! I loved it!!😍

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you

[@ziel_ona]

I loved this video. Today is one of these days when I really doubt myself, but you reminded me to not give up. Thank you Jess, you’re a wonderful artist and I real appreciate that you share your thoughts, perspective and love for art and for life with us 💚 (And I need to say that I love your hair 😄)

[@Lamdennison]

Truly inspiring! Beautiful job. It looks like drawing with lipstick or those grease-paint make-up crayons my mom used for Halloween face painting.

[@artofjesskarp]

Thanks! Oh yes! That’s truly!! Great comparison :)

[@TrishLee]

Aww! You are such an amazing Artist Jess, loving everything that you draw here, they are all so beautiful! Love the videos here too, they are just relaxing and beautiful! Sometimes we find it hard to find what to do or draw again but we should just take our time and just think about things. Dont stress too much! Thanks for the tips!❤

[@gracekereen]

This is absolutely the best video on this topic that I’ve seen yet! I’m so glad you address things in our daily approach to life and habits rather than only directly “art-related” habits

[@kaybreedlove3050]

Just what I needed! Great ideas I will start implementing Today! Thank you for sharing!♥️

[@milka5074]

Thank you so much for this video! I really, really enjoined it❤️

[@bassieleb3103]

enjoyable exercises I needed, you makes it fun Jess.

[@jamgtalks4814]

❤️❤️ always been waiting for your videos

[@artofjesskarp]

Thanks !

[@fuzzydragons]

wonderful job with the oil pastel 😀 the only reason I would I live near London would be to visit all the museums and see so much art. there are a few up here, but most of the big name old masters are down south

[@alyonafedorenko6613]

Oh my God, you're just so amazing, Jess! Thank you so so much for such motivation and your pure positive energy :)

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much Alyona!

[@ayushrawat10a10]

Please upload a tutorial on how to draw head

[@masterriderca]

I love all of your video's Jess! Keep up the good work! ❤❤❤❤

[@artofjesskarp]

Thanks!

[@BTrys13]

It’s a amazing video jess! Whenever I look at your artwork, I wont be seeing some strokes and paints… I see so much more… all your work has so much life in it! Thank you for sharing it! Love your personality 💗💗💗

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you!!

[@jenavevesnowolf13]

I always love going back over my artwork for inspiration , but I think you may be the first person to suggest it for artblock. Beautiful video. Thanks for posting.

[@miriamgillham6701]

Thank you for making this video and sharing your thoughts, strategies and wisdom on the subject of inspiration. It is well received.

[@deepchakraborty8915]

We are very thankful to u as our inspiration in case of art and paintings...thank u so much......ur every videos are very helpful for any art enthusiast and motivated me so much because im a self taught artist and painting is my only passion as well as my first and last love.....u r also a beautiful human being i have ever seen on youtube......please motivate and inspire us coninuously.....thank u again.....love from India😊😊💖💖

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much 😊

[@acirnonih3672]

Incredibly amazing video!thank you for this💗

[@artofjesskarp]

Thanks!!!

[@debbiemeza4658]

What an excellent video...thanks so much, Jess!!!

[@artofjesskarp]

Thanks Debbie

[@raliceart]

Thank you Jess for the inspiring video. It really made my soul dance and brings so many great memories back. Thank you for all the videos that you are creating. They are so beautiful and I can feel all the love and thought that you put into them. Sending you love and happiness 🥰💕💐 Keep creating and enjoyi💕 your journey. 💕

[@BrainGrills]

Really motivating ✨

[@artofjesskarp]

Yay! Thanks so much

[@RainMidnight13]

I know I’m constantly looking for inspiration to keep painting and drawing in between a busy work life. Seeing your videos and content always gets me inspired. As soon as I click on your video I am inspired by you and always pick up an art supply to continue my own journey. Will you be making a video about your art school time?

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much! I really hope to soon! Just a lot of information and want to make sure it’s structured well into a video.

[@asmitagorti.]

Jess! Ur so talented, and this video felt like I was watching a Netflix series! Also, ur workplace is soo pretty! Hope for more content, and love youu! 💖

[@sony44683]

so inspiring and motivational. Fr thank u so much i needed to see this :)

[@assyahkarama7356]

this has helped me so much and i feel a lot more productive thank you very muchh jess!

[@flumelarkembark3972]

simple and perfect.

[@luzitopia5078]

an absolutely wonderful video. I'm so thankful to have found you on youtube. you are a great artist and you always inspire me. Stay as you are.

[@artofjesskarp]

Thankful to have you here! Thanks!

[@paulatorrespyunarit]

thank you Jess, you are an inspiration

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you Paula!

[@parisartandcraft5020]

Jess you are truly awesome

[@WillowRoseArlen]

Thank you for this video Jess. Today I am struggling with self doubt and worry about life and obligations, and it had me questioning myself a lot. This helped ground me and remind me to think about what my motivations are and why I do what I do.

[@alexiswilliams3233]

Your videos are always so helpful and inspiring

[@artofjesskarp]

Thanks so much

[@tiliogrellet2751]

Well , you are amazing ... like when I'm feeling bad with my art im just watching one of your videos and you are just blowing , you are giving people hope and motivation , thank you for being you and just make people good in their minds . everything you do is just gorgeous , the link you have with the world and the point of vue you have from it is just perfectly well represented . seeing your video is relaxing like never . Im not an old artist and i still have a lot to learn in terms of art and english (im frensh) but the way you see things you will steel be my model . Also your studio is stunning , im very attracted by water , it's reflection and everything that's why your studio is just blowing my mind . Watching the water moving must be so motivating ... I love your work , keep doing what you are doing and again , thank you a lot for everything

[@MonicaReents]

Such a beautiful video full of positivity and reinforcement 💜 I'm happy you're enjoying the oil pastels. I am loving them, too. They're so creamy and really add to the work. I've used them alone and over acrylic paint... both work perfectly!

[@artofjesskarp]

Thank you so much!! 🌟✨