living a values-driven artistic life

[@deniseracine6788]

I am a 62 year old woman who has been painting in oils since I was 14. I was trained in a very classical manner and specialize in portraits. I absolutely love watching your vlogs! I love to see the progress of your paintings but what I mostly love is to listen to your thoughts and musings. Besides being a very talented artist, you are a very articulate young woman. Your focus and work ethic is admirable. I enjoy watching your vlogs because you are you. Don’t feel like you need to change a thing unless you want to. Keep up the good work and you will definitely get to where you want to be!

[@mariasisul]

I'm so happy to hear that Denise, thank you! I really love sharing what's going on in my head and to know it's welcomed by others is wonderful. It's also great to hear from other artists, 48 years of painting sounds like a dream to me! I will keep doing my best. :)

[@elenaeer729]

I love your vlogs the way they are, don‘t pressure yourself to do anything different because others do it. your videos are so natural and interesting and I remember every painting you worked on on this channel because it‘s in multiple videos. you‘re one of my favorite youtubers, just keep doing what feels right to you 😇

[@mariasisul]

I appreciate the feedback 😊 I like the idea that each piece gets to be as memorable for others as it is for me! Love your support 💛

[@JrBronko]

Your paintings and processes inspire me a lot! Thanks for sharing. And yes, I feel like a distant friend who is happy for you, Ivan and the adorable dogs doing ordinary things in an incredible way. 😊🌻

[@mariasisul]

Sometimes I get comments I want to frame on my wall for motivation, this is one of them. 😁 thank you so much!

[@deboramissoorten6765]

Yes , I enjoyed your vlog 🙂! loved the idea of the sticky notes 👍 Your ideas behind your paintings reflects through them and I agree how important every task people are doing for work is important , after all we are a chain where all the links are equally important ! Great to see your painting coming alive quietly where you want it to be , hearing you talk about it and seeing the progress is stimulating . Gosh that floor looks fantastic . It's nice to see how nature gives us beautiful colour schemes this time of the year and I am happy we slowly tumble into springtime , f i n a l l y 😮‍💨 Can't wait to see your next video but 'patience is a beautiful gift 😊 . Cheers to a wonderful week !

[@artistoddessy8484]

Awesome comment, we ARE a community of people/tools/hands clapping.

[@mariasisul]

Ha! I thought those sticky notes were pretty clever too! 😁 I always wonder if repeating things like that will make it boring. It's great to know that the ideas reflect through the paintings well, any kind of feedback on the conceptual stuff is much appreciated. Thanks for all your thoughts, spring is knocking on our doors now. :) I'm sending sunshine!

[@reznaellis6815]

Thanks for talking about your approach to art in this way. I find it really interesting.

[@mariasisul]

My pleasure! I liked doing this topic too. 😊

[@aekorfker]

I love how your videos reflect art as a part of real life and real life a part of art, it is a unique perspective that I enjoy a lot! Also the bits about planning, for me that is just as much a part of intentional living as the art making, so I love that. Hope you keep doing what your doing 😊

[@mariasisul]

Thank you! That balance of life and art is definitely a goal of mine. 💛 If you ever have specific planning stuff you want to hear about let me know, I do like that topic. :)

[@bibz3]

Your vlogs are my favorites, clicked so fast haha! So much progress in this one, the floors look great too 💞

[@mariasisul]

💛 That means so much to me, thank you! I definitely think the studio floor is next... 😁

[@hollynoscar3534]

i love how the doxies always manage to find the one sun spot on the floor .... canela (i thought it was camilla), and poncho are adorable. they're bossy and stubborn but are also so loving and comical and naughty, you can't help but love them. i really enjoy following you in your art journey and watching the birth of each new piece of of work through to completion. you're adorable, keep doing what you're doing and don't overthing the you tube thing, i wouldn't change a thing. xo - Francesca

[@mariasisul]

Ivan and I had a good laugh reading your comment about Pancho and Canela, it's very accurate 😂 And thank you for the encouragement. I promise not to overthink the videos 😁💛

[@sherilegacy8870]

Love your channel! Yes I like and yes always get something out of watching your vlog!! And I actually bought a gray scale because of you so thank you! I do lots of art as well and you helped me realize the importance of values. 😊

[@mariasisul]

Yay! 😁 Welcome to values obsessed club. So glad you're enjoying the vlogs, thank you!!

[@sirikim1111]

I always love your aesthetic art vlog videos! So your artwork is stunning and make me inspiring. ❣️

[@waynenelson4646]

Thank you again for all your vlogs. They are wonderful. This one came at just the right time for me. I have been procrastinating and not painting for over a week. I think it’s fear that holds me back. Will I be good enough? . . . . Thanks for sharing your feelings as well as your process. I consider you a friend, too.

[@mariasisul]

What great timing then! Will it be good enough, or worth the effort, is a common question around here too. I hope you can make some positive steps forward this week :)

[@kenichiishirahama215]

I love you watching you. It sounds so weird but you’re so calming (which is crazy cause in half your videos, you’re like silently spiralling lol). I am a delulu painter (in my head I want to paint but I don’t do it), and even though we have different styles I really admire your work ethic and your production … process ? Please continue making vlogs 🥰

[@mariasisul]

Oh yes, lots of spiraling, especially before going to sleep. 😂 I'm happy that I'm still calming for you! I've gone through stages of being a delulu painter too. It's fun just to find people that uplift us and make things feel possible, not matter the style or work. Thank you 💛🌼

[@TionneSolusar007]

Yes, I enjoyed your vlog and I'm certain that I am far from being the only one who did. Your two-week format for making these videos seems to work well, and you're right; it's better to take us along your projects bit by bit in this way than via one big video for each project. We feel like we're going through each project with you. At least I do, anyway. Keep up the good work!

[@mariasisul]

I'm so happy to hear that the format works well! My favorite content to watch is similar. If I do anything else it won't change the good we've got going on this channel. Hope you're doing well ! 😊

[@peli1987]

Thanks for another vlog, I love getting to know you through this video's and love seeing your art and inspiration. It's a highlight on my sunday seeing your upload appear.

[@mariasisul]

Thank you! I'm so happy to hear that it's become a highlight!

[@artistoddessy8484]

Awesome vlog as always, why do people do that...? Where I started with awesome vlog... Then but not that special... I don't mean it I just kept it as it shows where unique emphasis can be confusing. But it is a great vlog, and it got me moving... Which is also unique as I haven't yet but will put in 6-10 hours since I watched this. Ivan is freaking ingenious multiple skills guy... You are right though we are your friends this community because often an art vloggers community is made up of creatives/artists and we're often too poor to buy right away, but you're overly deserving of any sales you get, and I hope for more/some soon 😁😎, also the 2 weeks is working great. Great creative days ahead Maria/Ivan Dave from Canada

[@mariasisul]

Thanks Dave! I hope the work goes well for you! Yes he is definitely multi-talented, always willing to learn new skills. 👍😂 I appreciate the support, sales are not my goal currently so I think it's easier to connect with a variety of people. It's great meeting all kinds of creatives online, I appreciate it a lot. cheers!

[@laura7665]

Thank you for the vlog! Loved your personality and seeing the starting process. Excited to see how this one evolves 💕

[@mariasisul]

You are very welcome! 😊 it's fun sneaking in my personality, and I am excited with you!

[@ChantelleArts]

That is an *EXCELLENT* dog ❤❤❤

[@mariasisul]

Oh Pancho is such a funny gentleman!😄

[@maritvanojen5664]

I love your vlogs! I really like your style of storytelling and your vlogs always radiate such a peaceful energy which I adore❤

[@mariasisul]

Thank you so much!💛 I like storytelling, I always hope I'm half decent at it. 😅 Vlogs really are my place to create the ideal, the peaceful. Life isn't always like that, so it's nice when we can create that feeling ourselves.

[@izzywebberart]

Thank you for commenting on my video, I’m so glad to have discovered your channel!! I’ve been watching your videos non stop while painting. I love how you so eloquently explain your thoughts, like I can relate so much to all of them but have never been able to express them so well ❤ Also here for your incredible paintings!

[@mariasisul]

Aw thank you so much Izzy! I'm glad you are enjoying the videos! 😊 It's good to know my rambling is at least relatable and gives some words for what you're feeling already. 💛 so happy you're here!

[@riot.9]

Thank you for sharing reasons why you paint what you paint. I used to think that art should not be explained, that it speaks for itself, but recently I've felt an urge to explain what my work means to me and also hearing it from you makes it more special not less.

[@mariasisul]

You totally should give a voice to your art, why we make it is just as important for people to connect with. I'm glad the video helped support what you already felt. :)

[@katafei2007]

I love watching your videos! Your daily activities and events are interesting! And your thoughts help me approach life and painting more easily. Thanks!☺️

[@mariasisul]

I'm glad my days are interesting and useful for you! Thank you for sharing! 😊

[@ireneschoonwinkel]

Hey Maria Firstly, I like the idea that we are your friends scattered all over the world😊. Then, secondly, as always, I really love your videos and listening to your thought process. I LOVE your reason for painting people in everyday professions - it is a beautiful and I totally agree with you on doing things in a way that reflects your morals and beliefs. Those things are part of the building blocks of a person, and creating art that reveals them reflects you as a person - and that is true authenticity. I also agree with you on shorts, I find the short snippets of videos very disatisfying, and it definitely prompts scrolling. Love the length of your videos, but if you want to make a longer video...I'd still watch it😅 Hope you are keeping well and that you are having a great painting week!

[@mariasisul]

I'm really glad you like the concept/value behind my subject matter! Knowing that it connects with others is very rewarding. I truly do have lots of friends scattered all over, all working on their own things and making the best out of life, I like that! :) And I think I just get restless and am always looking for new ideas to try out, the feeling usually passes, but if not maybe I will try out some new creations. Have a good week yourself Irene!

[@veronicagreen6180]

I enjoyed very much,love the sticking notes…greetings from MEXICO 😊

[@mariasisul]

Thank you Veronica!! ❤️

[@travisanderson771]

Hey! I am an admirer of not only your art but also your reason for doing it, and your process! Your such an inspiration to me as an artist! Not only did I find your vlog refreshing but I also found it extremely useful. Every time someone asks me what I mean when I say I want to do art for a living I can never explain to them exactly what that is, but I feel like your videos are the answer to that. I am consistently improving in my art, and you just reassured me that being comfortable with change is a way to do that! Thank you so much for sharing your experience and your mindset! I love how your videos make me feel while watching them, and they put me in the good art vibes..

[@mariasisul]

Thank you! That's great the videos can help put some words to what you're experiencing yourself! I'm always learning to be more comfortable with change, it takes some work for me. 😅 I'm so glad you've been enjoying the art as well!

[@studiotezart]

Inspiring as always

[@mariasisul]

😊💛 I'm happy to hear that

[@WilmaArts]

Your videos are always so good and inspiring! I always look forward to them :)

[@mariasisul]

Thank you Wilma, I'm really happy to know that! I hope school and life is treating you well :)

[@renegadecamera6892]

After binge watching your old vlogs, I need a vlog explaining your history. Love all your content and style, especially your art style

[@mariasisul]

Thank you! I'm glad you've been enjoying my art style and videos.😁 Can you be more specific about what you want to know? I'll try to talk about it then in a future vlog!

[@renegadecamera6892]

Hi Maria! A little bit of how you got to be an artist, like school, college... And how you are doing now. Your job currently, your future plans? You give my such a good and charming vibes that just want to know more 🤗

[@mariasisul]

Thats great! Welcome to the good vibes 😊 and lovely questions, I will do my best to answer them soon!

[@moniquenowack2216]

Love your vlogs! They are nice and realistic.. Let you see that an artist also has so many 'other' things they have to or like to do. Love your new floor as well.. was hoping to see the result :)

[@mariasisul]

Thank you! Oh life is very full, especially for artists, that's the joy of our gift. I'll definitely share the floor again after it has gone through sanding/finishing! 😁

[@catklu]

Enjoyed it as always. 👏☺

[@mariasisul]

So glad! Thank you! ✨️

[@thu6an]

‘The masterpiece is the next one.’ I’ll try to remember that! What’s that marker you use for the underdrawing? I’m stealing your process. I always use pencil but it smudges and makes my paint muddy.. Thanks for the video Maria, I have said this multiple times but I really love seeing how you look at life, it makes me slow down, even if it’s only for 22 minutes at a time. I like to imagine we truly are friends, we hang out pretty often anyways! All the love, Thuban.

[@mariasisul]

It's a prismacolor premiere marker. But I can only recommend it for with water based mediums. I haven't tested it with oil paint and can't recommend it for that. Also a clear fixative spray on your pencil drawing would prevent it from smudging as well. I'm very happy that you're always enjoying my perspective 😊

[@gabivegabi]

This vlog has come to me in a moment of self doubt and overthinking. How can I be a better artist? I now think my (our) struggles are where the magic can happen. Now I just have to actually try. Thank you María, you are so inspiring. PS I'd also like to think of us as virtual friends🦄

[@mariasisul]

That's very true, obstacles are a part of our story. When we face them with curiosity and persistence, wonderful things can unravel. Thank you for watching and for also being a friend. 😊

[@abbymeredith]

omg i love listening to u talk!

[@mariasisul]

Aw, thank you Abby! 💛

[@Lisbif]

I love your vlogs. Very inspiring

[@mariasisul]

I'm so glad you like them!

[@kookatsoonjan]

NICE VID...what is that "machine" Yvonne brought home from Chicago...and is ...cleaning....???

[@mariasisul]

Ivan bought a 32 inch stand on Wright mower, the one he is cleaning is a different 42 inch mower. He is prepping his machines for the landscaping season.

[@kookatsoonjan]

@@mariasisul cool...he has his own landscaping business! a "STAND UP ON" MOWER is a great idea...just like these newish "paddle boards" that seem to be the trend up here in The Yukon on Kookatsoon Lake...where I live...you actually stand up and paddle...uses your body much more than any sitting paddling option....Yes...remember pushing the lawn mower...for the half acre of grass we had...for most of my childhood...it took like A LONG TIME......even better exercise...but less effective to what Yvan has got himself...good for him!

[@bria1648]

I love your vlogs how they are, and I think having shorts would just make your audience less personal

[@mariasisul]

Very true, I'm glad you're enjoying the vlogs as they are!

[@hotlineoperator]

What brand is the tool you use to squeeze paint tubes?

[@mariasisul]

It's the Gill Mechanical Tube Wringer

[@JCarrera_ll]

🖤👏

[@mattwilson726]

What do you use for your under drawing?

[@mariasisul]

A Prismacolor premier marker