I accidentally became a full-time creator

Artist Danny Gregory shares his inspiring journey of overcoming tragedy, finding healing and purpose through art, and accidentally starting a thriving online business.
00:00 A life-changing accident
03:41 Coping with art
05:02 How Danny formed his relationship with online communities
05:47 Another tragedy
06:59 How Danny’s art evolved
07:32 Turning his art into a business
08:08 Danny’s first course sale made $180,000
09:25 Starting a paid newsletter
10:49 Selling a book of his email essays through ConvertKit
11:26 Danny has made mid-five figures from his paid newsletter
11:54 How art has changed Danny’s life
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[@dannygregory3465]

I am so touched by this. Thank you, ConvertKit, Isa, and Henry!!

[@Convertkit]

It was our pleasure to share your story Danny. Thank you.

[@shreevas6160]

Danny is the reason I even have a sketchbook today. I always thought I sucked at drawing. But I dared to start after reading his stories. What incredible power his story holds.

[@Convertkit]

So great to hear the impact Danny has had on other creator's lives. Thanks for sharing Shreevas.

[@RockyTrifari]

I’m sobbing, this is tragic and beautiful all at the same time

[@Convertkit]

Definitely a story where beauty emerges from tragedy.

[@joyneasleystudios]

Love hearing Danny’s story! I follow sketchbook skool here on youtube and love it too!

[@Convertkit]

Awesome to hear!

[@VisionCarrierDreamCatcher]

Wow. This is such a great and very deep personal story. Thank you for sharing. And Convertkit thank you for making it possible for creators worldwide to explore their talents AND share them with the world.

[@Convertkit]

It's our pleasure 🙏❤️

[@journalingplanet]

As a recent widow, I really appreciate the openness about that experience. I'm signed up to the new course and raring to start. Thank you for the honesty.

[@Convertkit]

Thank you for sharing journalingplanet 🙏

[@timbensley]

This is so incredibly touching and inspiring … I was in advertising, too … I’m a creative person and this makes me feel so empowered to continue to make and share all the beautiful things in interesting ways - I love it!!

[@Convertkit]

Keep creating Tim 👍

[@rosilatressler]

Thanks for sharing. Never know the whole story about Patty, I'm so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing and leading me back to drawing.

[@Convertkit]

Thank you for watching rosilatressler 🙏

[@SunshineLeclair]

Thanks for such a heartfelt and open life story! I have followed Sketchbook Skool for a long time, such a unique take on art and life as an artist, not like any of the others. I love watching and feel like I know Danny, even from a distance. I admire all the love, work and effort he puts into what he shares. My heart goes out to his loss and cheers for his successes!

[@Convertkit]

Thank you for sharing SunshineLeclair 🙏

[@gabyfsy]

I loved it. I've been following Danny for a few months and I have him to thank for starting my drawing journey again. He has a way of making everything easier. His calmness is contagious. Thanks for this note and thanks to Danny.

[@Convertkit]

So glad he's helping you start your drawing journey again.

[@Angela27red]

We ❤ you Danny Gregory!

[@Convertkit]

We love Danny too

[@vingraphstudios]

This was so beautifully done. Although the hardship that Danny has gone through, it’s inspiring to see what he’s creating and the connections he’s making with his newsletter.

[@Convertkit]

Thank you vingraphstudios 🙏 It was an honor to share Danny's story.

[@roeski]

Wow. In this video, Danny shared his life, his tragedies and his journey with honesty, vulnerability and accessibility. It is a wonderful, heart felt story that not only touched my heart, it inspired me to find my own creativity. Thank you.

[@Convertkit]

So glad to hear that roeski ❤️

[@CarolineGilchrist-nk3ju]

Incredibly inspiring Danny,I love your story , your journey and your desire to give back and to inspire and help others create. Years ago I watched you drawing your face, you did this everyday, and I remember saying “ oh I don’t have that sort of time in my busy schedule”, you encouraged me to try, and overtime I started. Now I draw,paint,and throw pots, and I have a full time job. I make time and you showed me the way.thankyou

[@Convertkit]

Thanks so much for sharing Caroline. Awesome to hear the impact Danny's had on peoples lives like yourself.

[@amysamuel-meda5222]

I am so inspired by this very sad and very beautiful story. Art and creating beauty has the power to not only tell a story but to heal - very inspiring

[@Convertkit]

Thank you for sharing amysamuel ❤️

[@EricDoggett]

This is a great video! It's amazing to learn more about Danny!

[@Convertkit]

Glad you enjoyed it Eric!

[@CopywritingwithDanita]

Love love love this! Real stories, by passionate people. Passionate humans are so infectious!

[@Convertkit]

That's why we share these stories. Thanks Danita 🙏

[@maryruthenburg917]

Lovely. Thank you. I always enjoyed your sketching and telling of your life and telling of the little things of our lives. Be well.

[@Convertkit]

Thank you for sharing Mary 🙏

[@michelezuzalek1373]

I love your story Danny. It really touched me. I also draw to release anxiety or just to decompress and relax. It's my world ❤

[@Convertkit]

Thank you for sharing that Michele 🙏

[@thewzrdharry]

So so so so good. Thank you for sharing your story, Danny!

[@Convertkit]

Thank you David 🙏

[@cindysimons2772]

Danny's store is amazing! Thank you for this.

[@Convertkit]

He really does have an amazing story. Thanks for watching Cindy 👍

[@janahamar458]

Hallo, When I first saw you…I had a feeling…there was some treasure behind in your life journey…hearing your story I stopped breathing you made me cry. It was so harsh beautiful and we are weak and now I somehow understand…came these points together. Sorry for the horrible moments you had to pass. Thanks for sharing and for your work. Jana

[@Convertkit]

Thank you for sharing Jana

[@dianapatrick7761]

I loved this! It was really touching! I’ve been a fan of Danny’s for years! I love his weekly essays, own all of his books and am getting ready to start my first course with him. If you haven’t been watching him or reading his books , as a creative, I highly recommend you start!

[@Convertkit]

Awesome to hear Diana!

[@connieebinger6343]

Great story, Danny! I admire your courage and clarity on what you wanted to do!

[@Convertkit]

Thanks for watching Connie 🙏

[@GeorgiaCyr]

What a touching and inspiring story!

[@Convertkit]

Thanks Georgia. It was such a pleasure to share Danny's story.

[@tarotbysemaj2424]

What a brilliant piece of work. Thank you for sharing your journey with the all of us. Who knew that so much good can come from such deep pain. It is a testament to LOVE. Thanks for the encouragement. It's amazing to see what the human heart can withstand and the beauty that emerges from that intense pain. Kudos on such brilliant work.

[@Convertkit]

"It is a testament to love." Beautifully said.

[@meltembayhan4533]

Thanks for your sharing Danny..

[@Convertkit]

Appreciate you watching meltembayhan.

[@leviholiman]

Wow! Amazing story. Thank you for sharing this Danny. =)

[@Convertkit]

Appreciate you watching Levi 👍

[@Emily-kh7wz]

Danny is incredible!

[@Convertkit]

Agreed.

[@jjgregory9354]

Wonderful filmmaking and story ❤

[@Convertkit]

Thank you JJ!

[@HenryThong]

Go Danny! Love his energy and vibe.

[@Convertkit]

For sure. Premium filmmaking here as well 👍

[@jeaninesarrge8159]

Thank you so much for sharing your story! Sketchbook Skool is awesome!!

[@Convertkit]

Danny's the best.

[@arcuda2001]

love danny gregory !!! thanks for this video 💜

[@Convertkit]

Our pleasure arcuda2001.

[@melaniethompson7045]

Wow what an incredible story. I have such admiration for you and your journey. I have a creator inside me as well, but I just can’t seem to get it out. I’m afraid I think . Your story has given me hope that maybe I’ll be able to find some courage to make a change. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@Convertkit]

So happy to hear how Danny's story has inspired you Melanie. You are a creator.

[@KellyCasanova]

So inspiring, thank you! ❤

[@Convertkit]

Thank you for watching Kelly

[@KellyCasanova]

@@Convertkit I was so inspired that I actually put together my first paid newsletter to hopefully launch soon 🥰

[@birgitblume4980]

Thank you for this touching video! I love Danny's videos on YT and his essays.

[@Convertkit]

He does amazing work. Thanks for watching 👍

[@ajlavilla]

Whoa! Love this! Glad I came across your video Danny

[@Convertkit]

Glad you came across it too ajlavilla 👍

[@christinehucks6997]

Great story....

[@Convertkit]

Thanks for watching Christine 👍

[@soma2284]

كيف اترجمه للعربية

[@IsaAdney1]

Love this one so much. 🥹

[@Convertkit]

Appreciate all your work on this one Isa!