How YouTube Changed My Life In My 40s

[@hippopotamusbosch]

Extroverted KZbinrs are tiresome. Thanks for being yourself.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I couldn't possibly comment... ;) but yes, they can be a bit at times. 😂

[@awatercolourist]

Tiresome? 😂

[@jessbutterfly1934]

Showboating and overcompensating I couldn’t agree more. I know they cater to young kids and teens, but I’ve never been able to watch the larger channels that look like a movie production because they don’t have any authenticity to them there about the bottom line which is how much money can they make. It’s no longer about sharing and creating with the community. I’m so grateful for Natasha and like-minded people.

[@helenag.9386]

Too over the top, shouty and tiring. Agreed.

[@gingerblue]

agreed- all the performative people on social media have taught younger kids and teens that they have to project and amplify themselves, and be "on" all the time or they don't count- I have an 18 year old who is very mindful and intelligent, but she still struggles with the ups and downs of "real life" vs. social media perfection she has been exposed to just a little bit. I can't imagine how heartbreaking it must be for kid who have 24/7 access to phones and screens. More real life, please! We all could deeply benefit from it.

[@martehepburnart]

How timely this video is for me. Two days ago I posted my first YT video. It's simply a flip through an art journal which I'd just completed during a 100 day challenge. I'm 73 and although always a creative, I've only been painting for about 4 years. I have no illusions about being a regular KZbinr but I am pleased to have just done this and put my art out there. Thank you so much for sharing your experience and who knows...maybe I'll actually put another video out there.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Well done on posting your first video! I hope you'll make more. :)

[@martehepburnart]

​@@NatashaNewtonArt Thank you!

[@thissunchild]

@@martehepburnart Great! I am now a follower of your journey too. ☺

[@martehepburnart]

@@thissunchild Thank you!

[@helenag.9386]

KZbin is not just for the extroverts! Us shy introverted wallflowers need entertainment too! Thank you Natasha for being YOU.

[@mariac4602]

Some of my favorite KZbinrs are 'older' women-anywhere from their 40's (which is still young!) to their late 70's. Just love how much more comfortable in their own skin they seem, and more authentic. Even though their first videos were still a little awkward or unpolished, no one seems to care-they have hugely loyal followings because they kept on making videos, got more comfortable with making videos, and just seemed to have a 'heck with it' mindset and jumped into sharing who they are and what they love. I love your channel, Natasha, and am so grateful that you share your authentic self with us.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

LOVE this comment! Thank you, Maria!

[@Hemdashed]

I'm in my 40s and have wanted that sense of community, but have a tendency to shout down that desire with negativity ("What if no one likes your art? You can't even afford your next sketchbook. What you have to say isn't interesting."). But this video has been so inspiring, so reassuring. Thank you.

[@amychin9071]

It all began with me clicking on a video YT recommended to me - that's Mel's video. I subscribed to her, found out that she has a podcast and listened. I enjoyed your Creative Catch-up so much that I decided to check you out here! I agree 500% with authenticity being the key. It is only through by being our authentic selves that we find kindred spirits.

[@mariac4602]

Yes! Mel, KrisKris, and Sandy Hester. All on that podcast and all awesome women!

[@julienotsmith7068]

I have a rare disorder and have founded an international support group. It’s differentiated, but the wonder of people of like mind is beautiful. Best thing about the internet.💖

[@thefrostedblueberryart]

This is so very heartening Natasha. I’ve been a lurker on your channel for several years and I finally feel like there’s a tiny light ahead for me too. I’m 43 and have been trying to reinvent my introverted self after a major mental health breakdown leading to me leaving a career of 20 years. I’m so desperate to share what o know about art and dare I say it, sell some of my pieces too, but it genuinely feels like I’m screaming into the void. Instagram is showing less than 1% of my followers the reels I make and post daily. My substack has 29 subscribers! My shop has been visited by like 50 people this year. It’s not that I feel introversion has held me back from becoming a KZbinr so much as my imposter syndrome has totally messed with my self esteem. I’ll keep on screaming into that void and hope that like you, I find my people on here and finally get to open my own patreon…

[@ArtySubu]

A fellow introvert here, mid-40s! Took years to finally make that first video at the end of 2020,.but it's been SO rewarding mentally, emotionally and creatively. And I've met so many wonderful people through this!! 💛

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Can't believe you're in your 40s!!

[@michellevillarreal9946]

Wonderful advice, thank you. I'm 58 now, and still hugely self conscious. I'm finally starting a serious, yet playful, journey into my passion of sculpting. My kids say to start a channel, but I don't feel like I have "new" information to pass on to others. I'm still considering it, but my age does hold me back. Thank you for your channel and sharing your beautiful art 😊

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Everyone has something to offer, as we all have different experiences and ways of doing things. I bet you have loads to share!

[@MelanieChadwick]

That was so fun to re-live the early days, remembering conversations and see how far you've come. Glad to have been a part of your KZbin journey Natasha 😊❤ here’s to the next chapter 🎉🎂🎈 xx

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thanks Mel!

[@ilariaelisatorre]

Dear Natasha, I’m an italian artist, I have a little channel of art, mainly illustration. This fantastic video encourages me to continue. Thank you so much ❤

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I'm so glad, thank you for watching!

[@wendyj_thecoddiwomplelady]

Thank you, Natasha. I’m 55 and have sometimes thought of starting a channel…but that’s as far as I get! 😀 I love your videos, they’re so calm, down to earth and understated. Thank you for sharing you story.

[@dorryfrost3915]

It’s the tech side that puts me off even starting a video and the fact that I’m not a very good speaker when having to talk to anybody I don’t know.

[@Nowt_else_to_do]

Thank you for sharing this. I’m a jewellery maker and artist, I’ve been researching how to do KZbin for years and I’ve worried I’m too old, too shy, too uncool. I’m going to do it!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Yes, go for it! And good luck!!

[@evanleahquinn]

I never comment, but as an artist who turned 40 a few months ago, I really appreciated this video. My dream is to be a working artist, a pivot from the web design business I've been running for 15 years - I've been very called to KZbin and this was a very inspiring gentle nudge.

[@pjpony1234]

I must have been watching you from near the beginning. I have watched you change so much ( in a good way). Your work has improved and your voice has changed tremendously. Your confidence level has grown. Your voice is much stronger. It is great to see someone blossom. 😊

[@kriksis]

What an inspiring video Natasha! I felt you were speaking from the bottom of your heart, may this video reach more people! I'm definitely going to watch it again. I am so thankful for KZbin recommendations and that I found your channel. Also no way you are in late 40ties, I thought you were in early 40ties,, you look so young!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you, dear Kriksis! I hope that it encourages other people who maybe feel too shy to have a KZbin channel. :)

[@sandraharris8386]

I really enjoyed the video Natasha. In my 60’s I sometimes toy with the idea of starting a KZbin channel but don’t feel I have enough to say. My passions are art, particularly watercolour, and fountain pens - which I sometimes use in my art. Who knows, that may change, but in the meantime I enjoy my favourite content providers, including yourself and Kriksis 🙂

[@FrL659]

Hello Natasha. This very intimate video shows how much trust you put in your viewers. Thank you so much for sharing !

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you!

[@coloredcarol8074]

Like you I also took a long time to start as I also thought I wasn’t extrovert enough, or didn’t want to share too much personal stuff. I’m so happy I tried anyway, as I have had the chance to meet lovely people who are very supportive. I totally agree there is space for everyone, and I appreciate your encouragement. By the way, I also started on my early 40s and I thought I could never get to a point where I knew what I was doing. I had to learn everything about editing, animating, music… I many times thought of giving up but like you, was pushed on by my passion about art and wanting to connect with people.

[@silviaguimaraes9485]

thanks for that, from a brazilian mid-forties artist that never thought about youtube, but loved to hear that things can still change.

[@daisiesandsunflowers5587]

Loved this! Thank you so much for sharing your insights and experience with us. Really appreciated!❤

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@mald379]

I can't believe youre over 40! I totally though like early 30s. And I want to thank you for creating this channel, not to get parasocial here, but i do often feel like you represent people like me, who are artsy and introverted but open with people you know best. I love your art and i hope you get even more success on here!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you, it's so kind what you've said about my channel and how you feel about it! I'm glad you're here! Introverts unite (in their own homes). 😂

[@debbiedrawsfunny]

Oh, Natasha, this is SO encouraging for a fellow Gen X youtuber (who is still rather small) to keep going💖I think one of the most beautiful things about putting yourself out here and being who you authentically are is that it has attracted a wonderful community. I've had the great pleasure to also make some truly wonderful art friends who are as passionate about sketching and painting and willing to geek out with me over silly things like Neo Color IIs😂 And even if we never get to meet our friends we made online, they are real friends with real hearts and connecting with them is so rewarding. I recently made a video talking about being in my late 40s and wondering if there were any other artists over the age of 35 on this platform because YT just pushes the 20 year olds into my feed most days (they're wonderful, btw, but I also feel so isolated when I only see folks half my age making art, like where are the grown ups?) I was floored when my video got a big supportive response (as usually not too many folks watch me, haha) Someone had even said "Natasha Newton is in her 40s and has a gorgeous channel" which I already knew you had a lovely channel I watched often but didn't realize you might be my age as I just assumed you were probably much younger and cooler than I, hehehe! But I'm so glad to know as I'm seeing more and more 40+ artists opening up about their age on here that I certainly am not in the minority, hooray! Keep making the beautiful work, being your wonderful self, and sharing your story. KZbin and all of us admirers need you here🫶

[@msellenandrea]

Get out of here, you were in your MID 40s in 2019? You look like 37 now haha. I'm very happy you were brave and started :D

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I'm now 49! So thank you. :)

[@catherinebrown9119]

You are one of the Artist’s I look forward to watching. I am also an introvert and I do not like to put myself out there. Being an artist I like being behind the scenes. I learn so much from the KZbin artists I follow. I have been painting for my whole life ( 63) and I am still insecure about my talent. Thank you for the encouragement.

[@kathrynflannery2889]

Although I am not an artist, I am considering setting up a channel mostly documenting my "trip to get fit" at 53y, a mum of teenage boys and an interesting but sedentary full time job. Thank you for the inspiration to give it a try and also for your lovely art. 😊

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Go for it! That sounds like a great channel idea.

[@avirtualcanvas7584]

So thankfull I discovered your channel here on KZbin and became part of the community you have grown around it. Happy to haer that your channel has such a great impact on your art,your creative partice and also for your own creative well being. Your videos are so insightful and it is like being in the studio with an artist friend. You always gift us with such diverse content that reflects where you are on your journey as a full time artist. I love your magical art work and have loved seeing how it has changed as your confidence has grown.You have such an amazing natural gift for putting together colour palettes and I am also gratfefull that some of your videos helped me make significant changes to my own life and creative practice.Your videos are always a real joy to watch and listen too.Thank you for your wonderful channel and for letting us look over your shoulder into your studio and your life as an artist. I hope your cannel and Patreon both continue to grow and look forward to future videos. (matt)

[@ClaireKinmil]

Thank you for this video! It's a light call to get back to creating videos :)

[@PatriciaVoinescuArt]

Thank you Natasha, you are my inspiration. I have started my KZbin last year, but I still can't gather the courage to do a voiceover in my videos 😅

[@tytec5]

How lovely to watch you paint and to see your process. Thank you for sharing your experience coming into having a Tube channel. Being an introvert and also highly sensitive , I have always discarded the idea of having one. Furthermore, I don't think I have enough to share that would be interesting to others......I paint , but at this point not well enough to actually show something online. I always enjoy your channel!!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I'm sure you have many things that are interesting enough to share. :) I'm so glad that you enjoy my channel!

[@sarah_hedges_creates]

Thank you for sharing your story Natasha. Early 40’s here and I am enjoying building my channel up. You are right, never too old to start anything, as I have literally started playing football as well, and why not!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

That's so brilliant, Sarah! You're an inspiration.

[@sarah_hedges_creates]

@@NatashaNewtonArt that’s very kind x

[@mariannahegedus1676]

Hi Natasha, i was glad to find your channel in Jenna Rainey’s list a few years ago. There is something about your voice, that you cannot keep just for yourself. Happy painting!😊

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

It was so nice of Jenna Rainey to mention me. :) And thank you for your lovely compliment!

[@Gypsisoul1111]

Totally agree with you! I started my channel at 63 and I always say, it’s really just for me. I’m not a professional and will never claim to be but I enjoy it so much! Is that Ocean paper paints? Love them so!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

That's so great! It's lovely to hear that you enjoy it. :) They're actually Deep Deep Light paints, which I love. There's a link in the description beneath the video if you'd like to investigate further! x

[@TeaBird01]

Thanks for the encouragement, Natasha. I've been mulling this over for a while. As always, I enjoy your content!

[@MichelleMouldArtist]

So nice to hear this story and I started my you tube in my early 60's so never say never it is worth giving it a try if you will enjoy it.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I like that there are now more "older" KZbinrs on here (as in, not just 20s or 30s!). Long may it continue!

[@SketchesnScrubs]

Such a wonderful video ❤ I completely agree, the beauty of KZbin is that it is for everyone. So grateful for the lovely community I’ve gained through my KZbin channel. I do contemplate quitting, this was a helpful form of encouragement x

[@margaretsmith51]

Very honest and sincere words reminding us all that we can achieve if we persevere with our passion.

[@nottaholiday]

Thank you for this content Natasha, I so enjoy your content, and have flirted with the idea of a channel myself. More food for thought. As an early 60-ish, with our generational career regrets ("art doesn't give you an income") I'm rediscovering the fulfilment of art, and Id really like to explore the journey. Your honesty and self reflection is so refreshing and relatable.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you! :)

[@BonbiForest]

What a lovely encouraging video Natasha! I am also quite shy, everything you said about that resonated…also being in our 40s. It can sometimes feel like such a young world but it’s so great that KZbin can help build a community at whatever age! Xx

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thanks Lee! I love your channel - you come across so well. :) x

[@lisabarnes5340]

Thank you for sharing this on KZbin. It was lovely.

[@SaraEFR74]

Your videos are always so soothing and peaceful. Thank you for sharing your thoughts - I have been wanting to start my own channel and as an introvert I am terrified! You are an inspiration, as always xxx

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

It IS terrifying at first, but you can do it if I can! ;) xxx

[@patriciaperrin8757]

Thanks, Natasha. Your work certainly inspires me, and I'm so glad you're experiencing the good times!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much!

[@louisebourne5779]

Hi Natasha, Thankyou for sharing how KZbin has changed your life, I think your amazing. I’m mostly an introvert suffer terribly with anxiety so I couldn’t do it but well done Natasha for getting there with it and Patreon it’s fantastic. Your art is just wow 😮. I love your toadstools that you painted whilst you chatted superb!! Well done Natasha for all you have accomplished 👏 you deserve it lots of love xxx 💗

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thanks Louise! You're fantastic on the Zoom livestream sessions though - you seem really confident, chatty and lovely. :) xxx

[@LaScarlatte]

Love this video, and it inspires me to continue to make art videos for KZbin. I've just started and keep thinking, who is interested in drawing nests or magnolias? But then again, I am, so maybe other people are too. And it's also so helpful to see your own art on video, so you can take some distance from it and look at it with fresh eyes. Beautiful colour palettes by the way! And yay for being in our forties and loving our work, waving an introvert hello to you from the Netherlands 👋

[@juliasartchannel4577]

Thank you very much Natasha!

[@gabischmidt2753]

Hello Natasha, I have watched your wonderful encouraging video twice. It's so great! I think it's great that you had the courage to do your KZbin channel. I can hear your joy and that you encouraging other artists to get started on KZbin. Also that you say that you are lucky to have a wonderful family, yes, but when it comes to our art it is so good to share with a community:). Everyone knows how the other feels. I also need my peace and quiet when I'm painting. You're in your own world. I love your videos:)). This video has touched my heart. Your mushrooms are beautiful. The orange is a perfect colour for the mushrooms. Can you tell me the brand of the small brush, please? It held the colour so well. Thanks for sharing. Have a lovely day:)♥

[@lunanorth]

Natasha Thankyou I so enjoyed this video, you are an inspiration ❤

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

So are you, Luna! :)

[@Blueflint]

Thanks for this great video! It's so awesome to hear your story. Sometimes I feel like I really want to start a KZbin channel but have no idea what I would share!

[@tlembro]

Thank you so much for sharing Natasha……as usual you touch our hearts with your life experiences! Your channel was one of the first channels that led me to fall in love either online art! thanks for being there!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much!

[@mariajosetorres8500]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I love your artwork and your channel. Your voice and accent are so relaxing ❤

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much!

[@sonyaoart]

I’m glad you decided to do YT your way because I love your channel ❤

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much, Sonya! x

[@zoewhiteart7676]

Thanks for this video. I'v been dabbling a little with a few videos as of late and have always wanted to do an art channel like yourself. I'm also in my 40's. Love your channel. x

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Just go for it, Zoe! If I can do it, so can you. :)

[@notesinthemargin]

An excellent video as always, and very encouraging for those of us who would like to have a KZbin channel, but are yet to take the plunge! Lovely to see your beautiful face on the thumbnail too! It has been wonderful to watch you grow and flourish here on your channel, and in reality too! Well done my darling 😊💖😘 xxx

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you for all the support you give me, always. Love you! 😘 xxx

[@kirstenhoegee4713]

Thank you so much for this, Natasha. This is my first ever YT comment, inspired by you. I have been watching YT daily-ish for the past six months and just discovered you a few days ago. I am 59 and am thinking about starting to share my journey wanting to re-discover art having been discouraged from it earlier in life via the myth of the “starving artist.” I too have chronic illness and relate to so much of what you have shared here. Thank you again for your honesty and courage in putting yourself out there.

[@amandahodgin9316]

I am so glad that you started your channel and that the algorithm one day served you up to me. I have had many beautiful moments watching your videos and listening to your chats. A few years ago, I rarely watched youtube but then lockdown happened and I think I needed something more personal than just tv. The nice thing about KZbin is that the content is just so genuine. I love that the creators chat about themselves and offer us their time and personal experiences. I get to have the chance to have a little chat in the comments with someone in another part of the world. You can’t do that with a tv. So many of the people who run channels seem so lovely and lots of the time I think to myself, “I bet you and I could be great pals if we lived nearer each other.” If a big movie star was coming to my area I probably wouldn’t bother with going to see them (unless they were performing…I’d pay to go to a show) but if I heard that one of my KZbin favourites was coming to my area, I would probably make a point of trying to get to meet them.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I totally agree with everything you've said about KZbin and KZbin creators! I watch way more KZbin and Patreon videos than I do regular TV these days. It's more personal. :)

[@martehepburnart]

Thank you!

[@slvva]

Thank you for sharing your experiences and thoughts on this topic! Right now I'm where I want to start. I'm 46 years old and art saved my life. Honesty!!! I would like to spread love for art and how important it can be in our lives. The joy of self-expression and how useful it is as a tool for dealing with emotions. I'm not fluent in English, so it took me years to learn it but I have an idea how to do it and not talking too much. Recording and editing for my films are the only things I'm a little scared. These are keys that I cannot ignore and learn how to do it right. Thank you again for your experience and that You are here.

[@Bonnie-r4b]

Natasha, I love the low key and beautiful aspects of your videos. Your style is perfect for my taste! I also love your art!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you, I really appreciate that!

[@ankejacobs4649]

I loved the chat and advice, thank you!

[@heatherdunbar421]

Such an encouraging video!! I love your videos and all of the hard work that goes into what you do. ❤

[@oficinacaracolinho]

So inspiring Natasha, thank you for sharing your experience ❤ I started my channel recently and it's a silent vlog kind because I like that pace and feels right to me at the moment, although I know silent vlogs aren't for everyone, I'm very happy to have taken the first step!

[@Samantha_tookey197]

What a lovely video. I’m glad I found you however many months ago. I hope you carry on indefinitely ❤

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much, Samantha! x

[@wendychampness1901]

I love your channel and your mushrooms are so charming 😊 And your palette is gorgeous !

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much, Wendy!

[@Lesley22]

A lovely personal share Natasha. Very inspiring and encouraging. I am so happy you are doing well x

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thanks Lesley! x

[@nancyloomis3046]

Thank you for being YOU, Natasha and sharing & connecting yourself so genuinely to so many all over the world. Having a YT channel is a lot of work and it may not be for everyone. But I'm so glad you took that chance...worked through your introversion and others can too. There's really not much to lose...except time (lots of time,☺️)and it can be a great venue for growth both professionally and personally. I'm so glad that's the way it worked out for you! I know for certain (I've read the countless comments) that thousands of YT viewers have come to rely on YT arts/crafts videos, (and other life-sharing categories ) not only for how-tos and entertainment, but also for emotional comfort during their down or dark times. This was especially true during the pandemic. You and other vid creators may never know the positive impact you have on so many people. ❤️

[@lawsdraws]

Very honest and open, thank you Natasha! I discovered your channel before you started Patreon, and started my own ko-fi as you had recommended it 😊 I’d love to hear more about the switch you made and how you set Patreon up, the tiers you chose and the content you chose to make and share on it?

[@polgara28]

Lovely painting! Your channel is one of my very favorites! Thank you for persevering through all of that. I really do know what that feels like. 🌻 I hope your channel grows far beyond your wildest expectations, you deserve it!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much, that's so kind.

[@megperry5586]

Thank you! I love this, I often wondered what inspired people to post. I so enjoy your channel and am so happy to hear that you enjoy it as well!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you, Meg!

[@pagewhite61]

I very much enjoyed this video. It was so interesting to hear about your journey. Thank you Natasha.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

So glad you enjoyed it!

[@ritacoinu7374]

Thank you for sharing. ❤

[@laurahurst1960]

Love your work ❤I’m starting watercolor in my 60’s🎉

[@sarahmitchell9247]

Very encouraging 😊

[@MsMoniqueWilson]

Great to hear your YT story :). Also love the little painting. I'm sure you've motivated a few to start up their own channel!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I really hope so!

[@anavien_draws]

Thank you so much for sharing more insights into that beautiful process of your growth. I'm so thankful for you sharing all your experiences, because it really gave me the confidence to eventually just start the damn thing. 🥰 And honestly, I'm so thankful, that the beginning is such a slow grind. It gives me the time to figure things out, without any pressure. I still remember your words - that you've repeated here - and keep them close to my mind and heart: That I can just be myself and that things will fall into place, like-minded people will join me on my journey eventually. The journey is the reward. 🥰 I already benefitted and gained so much, just because I started and I enjoy it so. Thank you so much and all the best to you! 💕 P. S.: To all the pregnant artists out there: Yes, starting 4 weeks before your due date IS a good idea, too!! (Just remember to put your feet up if you sit down for a while, haha!)❣

[@CynthiaWMixon]

Thank you for your sincere conversation with all of us who so love you and your tutorials! Thank you for being so encouraging, especially to those of us who are just beginning the beautiful life of watercolour!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

You have so much to discover ahead of you - watercolour is so much fun!

[@snowpony001]

Great video. I just love your work and all your videos. And wow, I just about fell off my chair when you said that you started your KZbin channel in your ??mid forties?? No way!! I thought you were in your, maybe, late twenties. You seem to be a very authentic lovely person and I love listening to you chat while you paint, draw, swatch or whatever. Love when you share your process especially mixed media. Watching KZbin has been a great way for me to not only learn but to see/hear others who are passionate about art. I’m 65 and just started learning watercolor after many, many years away from any kind of art and don’t really have anyone IRL that is into art. So KZbin and channels like yours are just wonderful. And your encouragement to others along with your personal story about starting a channel is just fantastic. Thanks.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I'm much older than I look! (it's partly genetic). I'm so glad that you're a part of our art community on KZbin. Enjoy the journey! :)

[@jrsinsf]

Thanks for sharing your story. I'm not really an introvert or an extrovert... just a "vert". I teach painting and drawing for adults - mostly retirees and empty-nesters. My students love my methods and the improvements they make each year tell me I'm on to something. I have thought many times about starting an instructional channel, but I wonder how what I do in person will translate to video... I suppose I won't know until I try it.

[@christinefisher5716]

Very inspirational!

[@laurajane1900]

Really enjoying your sketchbook work Natasha. Do you do a lot of sketchbook work on your Patreon?

[@itr6540]

You could also share with us tips on how to age beautifully. You are very youthful in spirit and appearance. :-) Thank you very much for this video, very very encouraging. I like introvert people’s content a lot more, it appears more honest and calm. If you have time, and would like to share, would be very interesting to hear tips on how to build and grow youtube and instagram accounts. If you followed any books etc, because it is very scary to start an account from zero. Have a great week, and thank you for your honesty ❤️

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

That's very kind, thank you. :) Tips: stay out of the sun (hats & a good moisturiser with sunscreen in it!), vegetarian but not vegan, stay away from processed foods/preservatives, don't drink or smoke, lots of high quality chocolate, have good thoughts! As for growing a following - it's taken me over a decade on Instagram and over five years here on KZbin - I'd say just be consistent, do and share what you love, and enjoy it!

[@bgg7518]

Thank you for sharing 😊 And the mushrooms are gorgeous

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much!

[@FaithAnnNB]

Im so glad you stuck with KZbin through the difficult early days, always enjoy seeing your content and your art 😊. Thanks for sharing the story of your journey with us.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much!

[@awatercolourist]

0:31 I don’t feel too old to start. I’m just too lazy 😂😂.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

It's definitely a lot of work!

[@awatercolourist]

@@NatashaNewtonArt Thanks for the encouragement to be lazy 🤣.

[@kookatsoonjan]

I would love to start a channel as well...just to document my life and also...to share my knowledge with others...which has always been a big bonus for me in m life. I am just soo worried about all the technical stuff...and at this point in my life...have no help through that...and I am SOOO untechnical anyways...with this computer stuff...give me any sewing machine and I will have it figured out in a juffy...even if computerized! Thanks for the lovely video Natasha...I am also very introverted and shy...but...I have found when sharing knowledge...via by private lessons...or in person...I loose my shyness...because I have some good tips to share...or info...which makes the huge difference for me....Janis in The Yukon Canada

[@pamelasusanne22]

Very encouraging video and lovely painting!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you, Pamela!

[@ChantelleArts]

This is so good, thank you for sharing your honesty ☺☺

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you, Chantelle!

[@JackiePeacock]

Love this, Natasha. I appreciate you sharing 🤍

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thanks Jackie! :)

[@thissunchild]

I really enjoyed this video and I would like to follow your journey, so I am now a new subscriber☺

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much!

[@keva_artwork]

I just started a few days ago by posting shorts. I have no idea how to edit videos but I'll get the hang of it I hope. But I'm still in not sure about it though. 😁 Thank you for this video.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Good luck!

[@keva_artwork]

@@NatashaNewtonArt Thank you

[@suesummers8813]

I agree these online like minded art communities are superb, I have friends but none that paint etc, so they are supportive but you can’t really chat about the latest colour pencil I’ve bought etc 😂

[@amberrundell]

Great video love the mushrooms ❤ so glad I found ur channel back when I did it’s been several years now and I still love watching your content u always introduce me to new products and new ideas❤

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thanks Amber! It's always lovely to see a comment from you. I hope you're well and life is going great!

[@amberrundell]

@@NatashaNewtonArt thank u ❤️ it’s been a tough may and June but I’m hoping things will iron out some soon my dad passed last month and it’s been a lot of crazy stuff going on

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

@@amberrundell Oh no, I'm so sorry, Amber. Sending lots of love to you and your family. xxx

[@amberrundell]

@@NatashaNewtonArt thank u I’ve been just trying to stay busy and focus on moving forward some days r easier then others

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

@@amberrundell I sadly know this feeling only too well. Just remember that you will be ok and things will seem more normal again, even though it may not feel like it right now.

[@AlyonasWatercolourCreations]

🤗

[@TheAleksandrea]

I have just subscribed! I am just about to hit 40 and want to have a you tube channel BUT I am also reserved and not big fan of and idea of being on camera... let alone talk as English is not my first language. You motivated me tho :)

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I'm so glad this video has motivated you - go for it. :)

[@ericakauffman5786]

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@pastelsgirl]

First! (Finally 😅) Hi Natasha! ❤

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Yay!! Thank you!

[@awatercolourist]

I can’t believe I haven’t commented on this. Here you go: 🥇🎖️.

[@pastelsgirl]

@@awatercolourist you, my friend, are very kind! Here’s a hug for you 🤗 See you soon and take care.

[@awatercolourist]

@@pastelsgirl Thanks 😊

[@pedro4lola640]

You are never in your late forties?! Looking well 😉

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Ha, thanks!

[@sketchingtheworldwithkat]

Editing is fun yeah, you always underestimate the time needed. And i think it's an important life skill to learn to ignore haters. It's just another way of keeping women down.

[@brockstar_91]

I love how meticulous and detailed your work is. I just love to binge your channel. To be honest I suffer from anxiety, and your videos are so peaceful to watch. You just rock. 100%. Magical person. 🤍

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I really appreciate that, thank you! (So sorry to hear about your anxiety though).