I did 100 days of lettering - Here is what I learned.

[@letteringdaily]

How do you like this type of motivational/inspirational video? Also, what's your favorite sketch from the 100 sketches I created during this challenge? Lemme know by dropping a comment below! 😄👇👇✍

[@kamnak3077]

I love the master of arts ... And... Like saying honestly.... I loved them allllll.... It's so tough to decide which one's beautiful.... 'Cause all of them are a master piece on their own.... Amazing video.... Loved it!!

[@kamnak3077]

How do you design these letters.... I mean... Do you refer something....or do it all on your own .. and how😍

[@jokewijn792]

I really loved this video; the topic is super relevant and I’m super grateful for your honesty and openness. Lettering helps to get out of a funk but it’s definitely not easy to talk about it. Thank you for sharing this and your lettering is amazing. I simply cannot choose a favourite. Keep up with the great work you do. I did a 52 weeks of lettering challenge, which is coming to an end and now I’m definitely starting my own 100 Days of Lettering project. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you so much for the feedback. You're awesome! 👊

[@letteringdaily]

@@kamnak3077 Sometimes I would take inspiration from artworks I like that I found on Instagram and Pinterest. But honestly, most was just a spur of the moment. I just let my creativity flow and did what I felt in the moment. Especially in the second half of the challenge.

[@campbellandreal]

Ah, Max, so great to hear your honesty and down to earth talk. No fuss, just straight-up delivery and unpretentious self-reflection. The GIFs/short clips you integrate are the perfect balance of self-effacing and spot-on funny. Many thanks.

[@letteringdaily]

hahah thank you so much Andrea! Im so glad you liked the video :) I will focus on creating more videos like this, and if you have any suggestions and/or wishes, feel free to let me know.

[@anasalas9357]

I LOVE this kind of content. I feel like it's a bit more relaxed than tutorials, but at the same time it focus on other important aspects of the creative journey, definitely would like to see more of this! Also, I loved the "Shut Up!" sketch :)

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you so much, Ana! :) While filming myself I kept repeating in my head - "don't be a robot, don't be a robot, relax man, relax, you got this". Took me like 5-10 attempts but I'm so glad I did this. I can't even describe how much I didn't want to be on camera for the longest time. Im going to keep pursuing this avenue. Not only do many people seem to enjoy it, but I had a lot of fun creating this video.

[@monicanobrega1006]

Max, what you can do with the simplest of tools is incredible! You are so so so talented, it’s beautiful! Now you set yourself up to a very high standard, your video quality is better than most KZbinr’s out there! I very much liked how you did the sketch of, “own your style” and “Savage Bitch”. After you found and got your inspiration back, it’s like he’s back, there is Max and his ever so classic style and feel! Everything was epic on the video! Cheers to you!

[@letteringdaily]

WoW! Such an awesome comment! Thank you so much, Monica! I also appreciate you recognizing the video quality as well. Videography is kind of a new field for me and I'm truly enjoying the learning process. Reading your comment really motivates me to keep going, so thank you once again! :)

[@monicanobrega1006]

@@letteringdaily Max, it’s my absolute pleasure to give kudos, props, snaps, and a congratulations to you! You earned them, so yes, please feel an incredible amount of pride when you read all of the comments! As I have read them, I kept thinking, damn they are right on, great comment about Max! I also appreciate how you made sure to love and comment on every post! Even gave some folks a nickname. Lol love it!

[@JimboNovrain]

Man. That’s it. You’ve exceeded yourself and this is the most inspiring video til date. Much love hermano! We want more!!!!!!!!

[@letteringdaily]

Hermano! Thank you for the constant inspiration, motivation, and encouragement. You play a big role in the whole story. 🥰

[@CalligraphyMasters]

Great video bro 👍 👌 #KeepWriting

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you, bro! Means a lot! :) #keepwriting

[@regeniapaige9997]

A simple thank you is what I have to give, but I'm screaming it... because truly, THANK YOU!

[@letteringdaily]

So glad to hear that. Thank you! :)

[@abigailrobinson]

You just described how I’ve been feeling calligraphy-wise perfectly: I’ve let myself believe I’m “good” now and I don’t need to practice, but in reality I’m burnt out and only do it to satisfy others. I think I’m going to set up a challenge of my own, not 100 days but something to convince myself to do this for me

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you for the comment, Abigail. That's a great idea, and yes you can create a challenge that suits you best. Would love to see some of your work :)

[@michellejobeblsmillhollonf6525]

I want to say thank you. I've been feeling rather burned out on all issues In Life but mainly have not felt creative until now. I'm going to do this as well. Back to the basics.

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you! Im glad to hear that. Let me know if you ended up doing the challenge. Would love to check out some of your work :)

[@CalligraphybyDianeFoisy]

Wow! What a great creative journey you shared here! Love it! It shows how therapeutic calligraphy and lettering of all types is. You shared your story well and it demonstrates what successful artists/calligraphers can go through. So glad you came out on the other side and back to sharing your creative abilities! You are so right! Practice never ends and learning is a continuous process! My favorite is "Yeah"!

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you so much! And sorry if it took me so long to reply. I really appreciate it! :)

[@jamestrapani7503]

Thank you for the Fantastic content. You've motivated me to start my Hundred Day Challenge to hopefully regain the excitement, inspiration and joy I once felt in my art !

[@letteringdaily]

Yeeees!! So happy to hear that! Do it definitely, such a great experience. Would love to see some of your, hit me up on Instagram. And if you have any questions just let me know :)

[@TheTrustthelord]

I did the 100 days of lettering 2 years ago, it made me experience simular things like you, Max. Not always funny things… and at the end there remained a sort of whole in the days after the 100; missed the daily routine. Actually I am facing another scare with a new 100 day-challenge: drawing people (out of imagination); and I‘m about to learn more than I could ever expect!!! Let‘s face more of our scares! they then loose their impact!

[@letteringdaily]

Hells yeah! Im so glad to hear this. As I'm reading all these awesome comments I really want to start another one (and I will!). Would love to see some of your work. If you ever want to connect via Instagram, feel free to shoot me an email/DM. Keep the good vibez flowing!

[@Justncourt]

I have to say how much I appreciate THIS video. Seeing your 100-day lettering sketches and hearing the thoughts you were having about not being good enough has truly inspired me. What this video has shown me is that even the most talented and creative artist's go through periods of questioning or doubting their creative ability. Sometimes, I'll go on IG to see new lettering content or to get some inspiration from other lettering artist and 9/10 i feel completely defeated and that im not even close to being good enough as alot of the other lettering artist on IG. Anyway, thank you for this video, and thank you for sharing your 100-day lettering sketches. I know that couldn't have been easy. Your video gave me a new outlook on my own creative journey. Thank you for that!

[@letteringdaily]

You're too kind! Im is so glad that the video inspired you. Avoid comparing yourself to others, it really brings nothing constructive - believe me. You might feel that you're not on the same level as someone who is more experienced and that's ok. But with time and practice, you will improve. Focus on that. That's the whole point of the challenge. To take a deeper look within yourself and find that spark that makes you enjoy the process rather than looking at what others do and feeling bad because of it. I've been there, and all I got from it was a whole bunch of negativity. Not worth your time and energy. If you ever want to talk feel free to shoot me an email or dm on Instagram. :)

[@celiarichard3049]

Excellent reminder to manage your energy and work/life balance, came at the right time for me! More encouragement? More creativity husbandry? Yes please!!

[@letteringdaily]

Perfect! Thank you for the feedback :)

[@cristianbuita3229]

What a great video! Happy you’re back on track.

[@letteringdaily]

You're the man Chris! Thank you for watching and for leaving a nice comment. Means a lot! 🔥

[@YvetteHernandez_Toronto]

A very inspirational video. My favourite font is the one with 'Spice it Up', I love the white space within each letter.

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you, Yvette! I loved that one as well :)

[@nancyroberts2573]

I get your newsletter and watched this today - what a great video. Inspiring! Thank you for sharing, and for giving permission to miss a day but not give up - this usually puts me off taking challenges but maybe now I'll give one a go. . . Have a wonderful weekend. X

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you for watching and for the great comment :) Yeah, in an ideal world you could do all 100 days in one hit, but guess what - we don't live in an ideal world :D Pretending that we do puts some unrealistic perspective that kind of holds us hostage and ends up dictating how we feel. Im glad that point resonated with you. The first day i missed i started feeling guilty and beating myself down for it, but then it hit me that this is taking me further away from my original goal.

[@glendamiller7282]

This is an outstanding video- well done! Your vulnerability and transparency are encouraging. Thank you so much! I’m just getting started in the whole lettering/calligraphy world and have been sporadic in my daily practice. I’m more motivated now to NOT skip today. ♥️

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you, Glenda! Im really glad to hear that, and i really appreciate your kind words :)

[@adetomiwaibrahimobayemi5030]

This is such a blessing, thanks so much for making this video

[@letteringdaily]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@HannahSockwell]

My fear of failure often keeps me from even starting something like this, but I am game to do it! I feel like a newbie, but love the idea behind just doing it! I am not sure when one of your sketches is my favorite. I loved seeing all the different fonts/styles as well as how you played with flourishes and the overall space of your paper. Way to go for kicking yourself out of the rut and finding joy in putting pencil to paper again! Thanks for sharing!

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you for the kind words Hannah! The fear will remain there as long as you resist it. Sometimes it might manifest more intensively but it will always persist as long as you resist it. That's something this challenge thought me. Im saying this because i had the exact same thoughts. Once i invited the fear and sat with it for a while it started to slowly disappear. When i say sat with it, i mean it literally. Evoking the emotion and observing it without juding it, labeling it good or bad, wanting to get rid of it, etc. It may sound weird, but the more i did it the easier it got. I hope this helps!

[@HannahSockwell]

@@letteringdaily thank you for your encouraging and wise words!!!

[@igorurbano7972]

Brat moj, amazing and very inspirational video, you are consistency beast. 🦁 Well done, really! Looking forward for the upcoming projects 🍻

[@letteringdaily]

Mad respect bro! Thank you for the support 😎🙌

[@nurilluviaaraya4440]

"Exelente" "Muchas gracias " 👏👏👏

[@letteringdaily]

De nada :)

[@suesharp5985]

Love the video! We are all human we have ups and downs and it’s always great to know we are not alone! I LOVE every single drawing because it was your process! Thank you for sharing💛

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you! And, yes! You're right. What matters is that you don't give up and that you keep going. Consistency over intensity! :)

[@Jeannek4493]

This video means so much to me because I didn’t realize other artists that are super passionate and skilled in a certain area also neglect their craft sometimes and depression takes over and can feed into itself. I thought I was strange for not playing piano for days or even weeks (I am primarily a composer) because it’s what I love most in the world. And then I felt very down on myself like something was wrong with me. This makes me feel like it is natural to experience this and gives me a reminder to keep sketching + playing music once a day to keep the depression away. Thank you 💜

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you so much for sharing this. It's a part of most creatives and their journey. As soon as i relaxed and gave up resisting, I started thinking and seeing my situation much more clearly. Sketching daily was a vital role as it kept me busy and helped me improve my craft. On top of that i had the opportunity to share this experience with all of you :)

[@merilinvrachovska7320]

What a handsome man you are 🌝 Awesome challenge and video!!! One of is my favorite from all your other videos. ❤️

[@letteringdaily]

Gracias

[@alainkessler3247]

Great video , 100 days of lettering je najjaci

[@letteringdaily]

Thanks bro! :)

[@JuliaJohnstonPhotos]

Thanks so much for sharing this experience and being so open and honest. It's really inspirational.

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you so much for the kind comment :) It really means a lot to me!

[@brucehawksworth3510]

Great work, nice video. I liked the sketches: Midnight Hours and Remember the Good Times.

[@letteringdaily]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you, Bruce :)

[@jeanieedwards3705]

Thank you for sharing max ! I also had a big creative block recently :) very inspirational, excited to give it a go 😄 my fave sketch is the spice it up one, but all of them are great!

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you, Jeanie! Im really glad to hear that you'll try it out. Would love to see some of your work and progress. Feel free to hit me up on Instagram @lettering_daily - would love to connect! :)

[@carolgunnerson6930]

Your words ring true for all creative artists! We all know burnout and periods when motivation is absent. I agree with you that you just have to 'start and continue' and the inspiration will return. Pencil to paper is key... or getting to the dance studio, or sitting down at the piano.... Also, I love that you speak of being gentle with ourselves and not setting ourselves up for feelings of inadequacy! No need to post our path for others to comment on. No opinion should be more important to us than our own. We're all on a path and if we're to succeed, we need to throw ego out the window and just keep loving the process! Cheers!

[@letteringdaily]

Well said! :) Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

[@yasminmagalhaes4309]

You channel is a golden mine! 😍💖 My favorite the "Spice it up" one :) This made me realize I need to start before coming to a conclusion

[@skrobonja32]

Sick video! :D It's so nice that you decided to step in front of the camera

[@letteringdaily]

Thanks, bro! Just took me a couple of years to do it :D Legendary is one of my personal favorites as well 😎

[@NewOnlineYou]

This is so inspiring!! I’m new to letter design and this looks like a great way to dive in and improve. Thanks for sharing!!

[@letteringdaily]

Exactly, this will be tremendously helpful :)

[@meganharp2422]

Thanks for the idea/inspiration to get me motivated on my lettering challenge! I’m gonna give this a whirl!

[@letteringdaily]

Wooohooo! So glad to hear this :) Would love to see your progress. Do you plan to share it online?

[@absino7285]

Gr8 video, sick styles, that WATER piece is one of my favorites, guys listen up this legend made gr8 video to boost your will to practice and develop further! Keep up Max u are getting better each sketch you do, your art form is on whole new level now if u think about years before and it is an evidence that staying focused, practicing and not giving up will pay off!

[@letteringdaily]

hehe thank you bro! Means a lot! 😎✍👊👊

[@ektachahar5489]

Loved it! You did an amazing job Max. Enjoyed the way you shared the tips along with your sketches and how you felt along the way. I would sure love to see more of such content. Motivational and inspiring but from your experience with examples of your inputs and improvement over time as it actually inspires to take action. I'm more drawn towards script lettering pieces like magnificent bastard, patience my friend, screwing around and beautiful mistakes.

[@letteringdaily]

You're awesome Ekta! Thank you so much for the super awesome comment :) I'll try to come up with some new video ideas that fit in this category for sure.

[@veradrmanovski3186]

Such an inspirational video. Congratulations Max. You inspired me to try it. I wanted to do this for awhile now, to focus just on letterforms as opposed to full artwork with illustration, details and colour, and this is perfect. I will do it, and I won’t share it 😂. Beautiful mistakes is one of my favs. P.S. I love your voice, you can be the podcaster for sure 😊

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you, Vera. Im so sorry it took me so long to reply. I honestly didnt even see your comment until now. I know exactly what you mean, and exactly for that reason it's great to just reduce everything to the most essential tool such as the pencil. At first it seems that you limit yourself, but actually you achieve the opposite. This was truly a transformative experience for me, it really opened my eyes on so many different things. Did you end up doing the challenge? Would love to see some of your pieces, im sure you killed it! And thank you for the compliment :D

[@messibeaucoup]

I really admire your script lettering, it is so stylish and neat! Would you consider making a tutorial on how you approach it, how you draw it, your process?

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you, David. Absolutely! I will make a video about that as well, thank you for the recommendation :)

[@JimboNovrain]

My fav one is •Victory• just love how unified the letters look. Hermano this video just reminded me what I have to do. I’m on it ❤️

[@letteringdaily]

Looking forward to see yours :)

[@jmunk7877]

This video was very inspirational. I try to stay positive with how my art comes out, but sometimes there is doubt. I'm lucky that my family is so supportive and positive. No matter what I feel about what I did they will always give me loving positive feedback. I've never done lettering but want to try this challenge. Thank you for sharing your story and experience.

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you, im really glad you like the video. You have to learn how to let go. I don't mean that you shouldn't try to learn and improve but instead remove the expectation that you'll create a masterpiece every time you want to draw/create something. Letting go is hard and scary, but at the same time, it's so liberating and allows you to start having fun which subsequently produces great results. That was at least my experience :)

[@CuriousKarli]

I love this challenge! I definitely want to try it now :)

[@letteringdaily]

You definitely should! It was great and im sure you'll love it as well. If you do, please let me know, would love to follow your progress :)

[@g8trn]

I really live this video and will accept the challenge! thanks!

[@letteringdaily]

Awesome! Glad to hear that :)

[@MorninnnDew]

Hey, Max! Thanks so much for this videooo 💛 I'm currently going through a big creative block. It's been months since I can't truly enjoy grabbing a pencil or a brush to try to draw some letters and it makes me a bit sad because I miss it! I haven't forced anything and I'm trying to respect what I'm feeling and take care of myself in other ways, but I do miss feeling creative. I'm definitely interested in giving this 100 days of lettering challenge a try =) Like you say in the video, there's really nothing to lose! Now, don't make me pick a design from your 100 sketchessss ahahah they're all so awesome!

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you Rocio! Means a lot hearing this from you. Im sorry to hear you're going through this period. I know how you feel, but believe me, this although seems as a bad thing, it's actually a very valuable experience. Especially long-term. This is just a sign that it's time to switch things up and to make new discoveries about yourself as an artist. Let it be for a while, and it will pass. Doing this challenge will undoubtedly help you out in more than one way. It may not be apparent right away but you will for sure start seeing progress in a variety of ways. If you want to talk or if you need some help you're always more than welcome to reach out :)

[@elisamascia8610]

Wow!!! The things you created are marvellous!! And you should stay in front of the camera more often!!

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you so much. Now that I have broken the ice, I feel much more confident to record myself. :)

[@ZoeMagnes]

This was great! I'm sharing it with my artist friends. 😍

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate it :)

[@CalligraphyDK]

Duude! Loving this type of content - Enjoyed every second of it! Also loving the A-Roll man so clean!!🔥

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you bro! It really means a lot hearing this from you. More of it will come soon! Hope we can grab a beer soon :)

[@CalligraphyDK]

@@letteringdaily Sounds good bro! I'm actually visiting Europe in May so maybe we can make something work hahah

[@ritabrown7234]

Beautiful. Wonderful job. That’s hard to do it when you have no enthusiasm. Impressive.

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you, Rita. Yes it is, but that's why i advised to force it out. It's not the most appealing idea but it provides the result :D

[@maticondex]

Thanks for this content, I'm going through something similar at the moment and I think I'm going to give it a go, try to do the challenge and see if it helps me.

[@letteringdaily]

DO IT! :D The only thing you'll regret is not starting it sooner. Would love to see your progress, let me know if you plan to share it online so i can keep an eye on it :) Thank you for watching!

[@kingstonsmith1001]

You deserve to be commended on this sensational sounding videos 📹 guaranteed!♂️✈️

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you so much, it really means a lot :)

[@adamsroy2702]

your sketches are amazing and like you said you are how you are and don't change for anyone you are an amazing artic and person, in general, I have never seen you but you seem to be a. hearted person and that you would not believe the knowledge and help you have pass on to other you should be very proud of yourself Adam's

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you so much for the kind words! :)

[@sv3379]

I liked many of them, but Bonkers stood out to me :) I do like this inspirational idea. I would like to do it as well. I don't like using pencil, though. I plan to use pen. My favorite lately is the Promarx Megabold Gel 1.0 (I wish I could find more of them!)

[@letteringdaily]

It can also be a pen, doesn't really matter. I said pencil because it's a tool that most likely everyone has and it can be erased. If you feel more confident with a pen, by all means, do so :) Thank you for watching!

[@katieargyle]

Loved this video and production quality is 👌🏼

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you so much, Katie. Im so glad to hear that!

[@walkwithme-qg1wi]

You just kicked my a... To rise and work again.. Thank you so much ♥️♥️

[@MsHeidyn]

yes :) do more of these :) Would be amazing if you can share a little about how you decided on certain styles. What was the first thing you did once you touched the paper? did you do rough sketches aside from the sketchbook and then recreate them? :)

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you, Corina! I didn't do any rough sketches. What you see is what i made in the first attempt. Most of these were created by going with the first idea that popped into my mind. Some were inspired by seeing lettering artwork online or in real life. I just wanted to let loose and do what i feel in the moment. No requirements, no rules, just going with the flow. Very liberating :D

[@tooshytorap]

Great one!

[@letteringdaily]

Broo! So nice to see you popping up in my comments :) Thank you for the kind words. Hope we get to hang out once again soon :)

[@anasoxo6477]

Inspriational... I loved every sketch.

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you so much :)

[@glorytogod1906]

Beautiful lettering

[@56janjan]

Hi there...Just found you on KZbin and have been Binge Watching your videos ( SUFFERING FROM BURN OUT ALREADY 😂 )...I am absolutely loving your videos for hand lettering and especially your latest video about 100 Days of Lettering, because I have bought every Pen- pencil-book I can get my hands on, but just can't get started on a project, So seeing this video has lit a fire under me, I just got my A5 Pad and I am going to START...I am more interested in the hand produced items, as I have started to do art as a means of getting myself to use the computer less...I spend Waaay to much time on it....So GREAT BIG THANK YOU FOR YOUR VIDEOS...It was also nice to see who that deep voice belongs to 😂😁🤣👍

[@letteringdaily]

hahah thank you so much for the kind words :) Im so sorry it took me so long to respond to your comment. Did you end up doing the challenge? Would love to check out some of your work.

[@my.art.of.writing2985]

Thanks a lot for sharing your thoughts Sir 😊 You're already an inspiration for me but after watching this video I'm also thinking of doing this challenge (I know I'm late but you inspired me a lot). All of your work is kind of different from one another, all are good to me and my most favorite one is last page, this video is fabulous. Thanks again Sir.

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you so much, im happy it inspired you :)

[@michep.169]

Thank I just need that

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you so much, im glad to hear that :)

[@ShucksArtAndDesign]

Thanks this is a great video!

[@letteringdaily]

Thank you, glad you like it :)

[@freshnativeGCK]

Bro.. you killed all those. Literally everyone was so cold. Pick up a can and start bringing that to walls.

[@letteringdaily]

Thanks bro! I actually started painting walls (with cans) again. After a break of like 5 years. Can control still sucks but i am making some progress. You really think these sketches would look cool on a wall? I might actually take your advice :D

[@much.a.muckle]

yeah

[@letteringdaily]

Hells yeah!

[@Youmayhavepeace]

You are so talented

[@ANON1ScummedOut]

#SKILLZ

[@ggowc833]

Anda hebat

[@alainkessler3247]

Neznam, ak ja fulam dan onda to nadoknadim uvijek

[@alainkessler3247]

Damn bro, you speak like Amerikanski

[@angelocastro6855]

OMG I just discovered you and i love all your works 😍❤️‍🩹✨

[@letteringdaily]

Thanks! :)