The Project that Saved my Creativity…

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[@MakeWithMiles]

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[@EP1C1NFINITY]

i think that you you should make a collaboration with @ScottYuJan, you all have similar intests just different methods.

[@Weimaraners]

@makewithmiles what size tent/canopy are working under? I’m looking to get one to do outdoor woodworking because of my limited space inside.

[@allystrya]

Woohooo Laura Kampf bandanna! 🥰🥰 She is a marvel and I have loved watching her for such a long time. You, however, only showed up in my recommended list today. I am so far enjoying your maker journey and look forward to seeing more 🤗🤗

[@yoyopg123]

Hey Miles, so here's what I've learned in the last 40 years I've been actively making things. It is far more rare to be blessed with the ability to come up with unique and interesting ideas than it is to be blessed with the talent to carry them out. There are loads of talented people that can copy things to a very high standard. I know a number of people who can reproduce Chippendale or Greene and Greene furniture to equal or better standards than they did back in the day. Their skill is to be celebrated, acknowledged, and rewarded. However, that doesn't move design forward. People with vision and ideas do that. Your problem is that your creativity also includes the very real (and completely understandable) need to use your OWN hands as part of that creation. That is what they call in Chemistry the "rate limiting step". If your ideas are as plentiful as the video suggests, this is actually a blessing. Do not dump them. Draw them as detailed as possible and patent/publish them. You only have a finite amount of time, especially at this stage of your life, to dedicate to the making. Save that precious time for your most special designs to build yourself. But I'd encourage you to put the other (protected) designs out there for other makers to look at, make, and see what people gravitate to. You may have a winner out there you don't even recognize! Lastly, take advantage of this current burst of creativity and record as much as you can. There is no guarantee that creativity in your early life will persist in your later years. Creativity dries up more often than not. Adding and honing skills goes on pretty much indefinitely. Great stuff, as usual, and wishing you great success for the future.

[@daveanything]

this is very beautiful

[@sjwestmo]

Very well said!

[@isaacpoulsen]

This was incredibly well written and oddly moving. All that being beside the point that I completely agree, very well said!

[@Rene_Voortwist]

Beautiful advice! 👍

[@DesconectadoOaxaca]

Honest question: Is it actually possible to patent (or defend) furniture design?

[@auneakeffect]

i watch a lot of woodworking youtubers and almost all of them have 5-6 figure workshops. I love the fact that you do this in your driveway like most of us watching. I hope one day you get your 6 figure workshop though

[@MakeWithMiles]

Haha yes me too! Even if I never have a huge shop I will be happy either way! Thanks for watching

[@wonkycutsworkshop]

I like a good story and you do them brilliantly. Your woodworking is great and especially with the limited space you have available. Being new to KZbin myself, you are a great inspiration to all who are starting up as a maker and KZbinr. Thanks 😊

[@sgsax]

Holy cow! Your storytelling just keeps getting better and better! This felt like a documentary of your journey to self-discovery and self-acceptance. Beautifully shot and beautifully told. And the chair looks pretty nice too. 😁 Thanks for continuing to share your talents!

[@daveanything]

could not agree more

[@SimeonMihalkov]

As a filmmaker is crazy to me that you simultaneously write/film/edit/narrate a film and create a separate piece of art. It's mind blowing how creative you really are. The fact that you stated you were feeling lost and still managed to pull this work off is astonishing. Good job man

[@Me-0063]

Congrats on the growth. Remember when I began watching, two years ago. You’ve developed so much since then, and hope you keep on going like this!

[@MakeWithMiles]

Thank you for kind message! I am more passionate about this than ever. Thanks for still watching years later.

[@tomim7187]

Fantastic! Your first chair complete with hiccups, detours, and unforeseen problems. You handled them all with ingenuity, patience and skill. Way to go, Miles, great chair!

[@user-ij4dk1nm8i]

"I've learned that there will be seasons of making and seasons of thinking, and sometimes when life or school gets busy, the best thing you can do is embrace that as a time for filling your cup with new ideas because eventually life will slow just enough to give you time to make those ideas reality." Excellent thesis not just for woodworking but for life. Thank you for being driven, passionate, and creative. Thank you for making nice things.

[@onhandart]

As everyone else is saying, beautiful chair and your videos have become cinematic! As an old guy product designer, my advice is as you gain more success, make time and room to constantly experiment and grow. Too many creatives gain success with a formula and get stuck there afraid they'll lose their audience or reknown if they change. You have a brilliant future ahead of you!

[@ruben4447]

This is absolutely awesome. I hope you keep making new furniture in this new cloud furniture style.

[@pedrooscar1890]

The quality of this mans video makes his despair for apparently losing creativity make me think that this is a repressed but excellent film student. I feel you. I tried making a chair after getting into woodwork inspired by you and your videos and it was harder than i thought and dissapointing but i managed to pull through with all i learned in the process. Than you for all you do kid

[@damnlilt4483]

This video is just as much of a masterpiece as the chair, amazing work

[@danischi4080]

It's so cool to see you go through a similar evolution with your designs as I had when I started studying product design! I really love how the stool and chair now match I'd be interested to know how you study product design at your uni, there's probably quite a few differences to my uni... maybe you could make a video on that? :)

[@AndrewSzeto]

22 seconds in and the storytelling already got me feeling all the things. soo pumped

[@morganwells5208]

Just found your channel last week and had to binge all of it. It's been amazing to watch your growth as an artist! I got too excited I had to start a hobby/passion project of my own, so we're starting small getting into rug tufting haha. Anyways, just wanted to take the time to let you know how impressed and inspired I am by you! Congrats on everything you've accomplished!!

[@jordanneel7]

Not only are you an extremely talented and hard-working designer/maker, but you are also a phenomenal storyteller. From the cinematography to the lighting design and editing, you understand this medium fully. Thank you for the time and effort you put into these videos and for sharing the lessons learned along the way. You have an incredible ability to document yourself and the projects you do, which inspires me to do the same. I'm excited to see future projects with your design language!

[@calokent411]

Honestly, bro, that's some seriously gnarly skill you're showing there! Absolutely rad work and inspiring vibes fueling your creativity! Total respect for you, keep it up 👊🏼

[@FranNoesse]

I love screw- and nail-free wood furniture. And Japanese wood furniture that puzzles together without any metal in the piece. I just found your channel and find your attitude refreshing. Don't let college steal that from you.

[@IAmWillMcLovin]

You’ve got some serious talent Miles. Just discovered you today. Huge fan from the UK :)

[@Cianan-vw1lb]

I have the problem where an idea will flash into my head and if I don't immediately write it down, it's gone forever. Don't ever delete anything! Great design and build!

[@micah06v8]

Something that might help with your creative flood of ideas when you're at school might be to get a set of small woodworking tools and make your ideas in miniature so that you can see how they function in the real world and see if they meet the expectations of what's in your sketchbook. Thereby scratching the itch to create as well. Just a thought.

[@joshuaroark5164]

Love the shot at 17:40-can tell your filmmaking design is growing just as much as your woodworking

[@andremestre7443]

It's so nice to see your videos get better and better. Way to go, Miles!

[@user-qi7gr1mz2b]

Amazing. You’ve got so many amazing creations, I love the style of all your pieces!

[@29lookingood]

You did it again 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾. What a beautiful piece. And your time away from home studying, shows in every aspect of this video. Proud of you love. Keep on keeping on. 👍🏾🇬🇧💙

[@evilbanaan]

This one hits close to home. Beautifully made (both the vid and the chair) and such an important message to share. You're awesome Miles, keep going!

[@chrisdistefano198]

Fantastic work and much appreciation for the look into your mind as you work through all the processes of creation. This is a wonderfully entertaining video, Miles, and a lovely chair. Keep it rolling.

[@shanteldiggs5143]

I feel like this sometimes. I sew & I’ve only made a few things in life, one design is published in a magazine & I still find myself with a plethora of ideas & trying to physically make them is sooo difficult. I never went to school. A friend just bought me a sewing machine… I cry sometimes in the end, the process makes you so present & it’s truly humbling. I want to start working with wood. I don’t know where to start, but I will start & finish with the grace of God.

[@danielanthony1054]

12:11 Using clamps as handles is something I'm ashamed to admit never crossed my mind. I've done sketchy things like using the tape and superglue method to add handles to my work before, but this is much better

[@estrellasjournal]

your work is just incredible. thanks for filming the whole process. I'm sure it was difficult at times but the story was worth it.

[@MidnightParadox1]

Dang dude, this is amazing. The woodwork, filming, and editing are amazing

[@victorporto5698]

Very very nice video : both the project and the storytelling /editing ! Cheers from France !!

[@kdog98122]

It is so neat watching you find your style and develop the skills to capture your ideas, refine them, and manifest them into beautiful pieces. Your process is as rewarding as the results. You serve as a strong reminder to be mindful in doing what you love. It is wise of you to seek education in yourself through counseling, and refreshingly honest for you to include that aspect of your journey.

[@Pulchii]

Great video man. The film making was incredible and the chair looks really comfy

[@kellilandry2825]

Honestly, I get super excited when you have a new video because I know the project and the filming are going to be an absolute treat! Keep going! ❤❤❤

[@Kosh42EFG]

Another awesome piece, and an awesome video production as well. You have a bright future ahead, and I look forward to seeing your future work.

[@justinpasko3387]

What an incredible build! Love your videos!

[@just_eirik]

Your videos are so good! Very fun to watch you create stuff and explain your thought process and everything.

[@mitchyahr1424]

Awesome video. This is very relatable to me as I went through a very similar situation through college. One day you’ll have the freedom to make as much as you want, so have a monster catalogue of builds in your mind for when the time comes.

[@asayasartworks]

Miles I am loving your evolution of creating videos showing your thought process!!! It’s like watching a little brother grow. Sending love from New Mexico!

[@DingoMakes]

I've never been so excited about a chair in my life. Also, that ending quote about the horse.. gave me chills. I've never related to something as much as that, so thank you! Great work Miles!

[@dinocat8]

Love the message, cinematography and design! Im furniture shopping now and if I saw something like this in a store I'd buy it in a heartbeat. Not only the chair looks amazing, it also looks extremely comfortable

[@vinnyvidivici]

My dude somehow managed to turn a wood working video into a cinematic skateboard video. The attention to detail in the editing is reflected just as much in your wood working. Good job, dude. 🤘🏼

[@jeremybrake-zacherl7715]

I've only watched a couple of your videos so far and I love what you make! You have an amazing skill and great talent! Can't wait to see what else you make!

[@MyNamesHunter75]

beautiful cinematography loved the narrative throughout the entire video and really dope project

[@clellasher7473]

Beautiful result Miles! Thank you, for sharing the processing of your idea and vision. It's truly a beautiful chair & the way it came together, is magical. Thank you, for sharing your time, your skills and your talent.👍🤟🪡🎨

[@Beyrer_Bespoke_Furniture]

Really cool build mate, love the organic shapes and the cinematography makes the video a great watch!

[@BuiltKnotBought]

miles incredible video as always! I love your chair design, its so unique

[@gilleragnem]

You are a legend man. I graduated in Industrial Design a little over a year ago. I started a CAD desk job, and to say I’ve been creatively imprisoned is an understatement. Watching this gave me a rush like I haven’t felt in quite awhile. You inspire me miles. I hope you continue to grow!

[@NinaThoren]

Well done Miles! I would have never been brave enough to try my hand at joinery and furniture but your journey and end result is amazing! Glad you had an opportunity to use your creativity

[@JohnKimzey]

Miles, you are a great storyteller. I also enjoy your direction, transitions, and editing of your videos. Can't imagine the time it takes to plan each element. Well done!!

[@TheSmithomatic]

You are incredibly talented Miles, keep up the good work!

[@kristianbusby1895]

I also studied PD and have the same gas-pedal-in-neutral experience. Each idea seems so precious and each project always takes longer than expected. I end up just writing them down and moving on without making progress. Game is hard man. Always love seeing your vids Miles, keep up the good work!

[@HuntingLionfishAruba]

The more I watch your videos the more it makes me want to buy your furniture. You are very talented

[@frdrico]

This was a beautiful build mate! Thanks for making!

[@monophonoise4548]

Great stuff man, I think in this world that we lived in today, a lot of informations,inspirations from a lot of other creators and ideas can be overwhelming but all of this can just be solved (or at least try to solve) by the act of crafting/making stuff. It’s amazing and I truly can resonate with what you’re saying in this video. 👊🏻

[@whazee]

Great job Miles! The chair is gorgeous, and the video is excellent!

[@ChuckLeeMBM]

This was great dude! The production is top notch!!

[@JustARavenclaw]

This is amazing. I’ve watched a lot of your videos lately and it’s just inspiring to do my own art. I started to watch you after I saw you mentioned on a video by ten hundred your going places!

[@dainermade]

Wow Miles, that was an amazing film, congratulations in advance mate

[@artistic_spaz3724]

You are talented in both woodworking and video production. You have such a bright future ahead of you

[@studioyan]

Beautiful chair Miles. And a fantastic video 🙌. The stool T is definitely on my Christmas list 👌. Keep up the good work dude

[@firekayak]

This is so awesome Miles! Well done!!!

[@Amiro05]

I love your work miles, your storytelling and direction is just something else now, keep it up!

[@AndrewSzeto]

17:26 - love that slowed shutter pass thru! you're srsly never not crushing it miles!

[@johnkirke2743]

Another beautiful project Miles. Well done my friend.

[@MrHotsharkAble]

Absolutely loved every second of the video man, dope cinematography, storytelling and awesome piece! Thanks for the inspiration as always 🔥✨

[@kenoathiog1156]

Great work Miles! All the best with college-,the world needs great design from talented, thoughtful, driven designers with a point of view. I’m looking forward to seeing what you will create

[@elainestokes7822]

Love this, it is so smooth and elegant and beautiful!❤️❤️

[@gearoidp]

I really love the frame of the chair. Another great video.

[@MJLWoodWorks]

Way to be Miles! You're creativity, story telling and film-making are really extraordinary.

[@gingerznz5742]

Love your story telling and you persistence to overcome your limitations.

[@applejuice.mp4164]

far out man, sometimes furniture design on youtube reminds me of school and can be draining, but this my friend. This is something else. I can relate to your thoughts so much and it is so inspiring to hear someone speak it! Amazing work Miles

[@bahijtaouk]

Your videos and story telling skills are on par with your excellent craftsmanship. Can't wait to see what else you're gonna make

[@kofeyh]

Very here for the story telling. There's been a resurgence of people just telling the stories associated with what they do and it adds so much more meaning. Your channel has grown just as much as you have, Miles, follow your dreams and keep doing what you love. The frustrations are, in some ways, what makes it all worthwhile.

[@PranayBhanushali]

Agreed with the fact that there are seasons of creating and then there are some of thinking (mostly when one is busy) But in my experience I have felt that the ideas that I usually write down in the thinking season so that I can make some when I have time start to lose their significance after sometimes. Like when I actually start to work on something that I had thought a long time ago it feels like it makes not sense to put that effort now the idea is now not worth working on! How can one deal with this feeling?

[@deonvnzl]

this film is a masterpiece. so wonderful to share in this creativity with you.

[@xaxipistaxi]

Loved the video. The way that you've processed a sort of creative crysis that crystallized into this whole project is fantastic.

[@MakeWithMiles]

Glad it resonated! Thank you for watching .

[@MitchellRoman97]

loved this my guy. great video, great chair, and great story

[@PubescentFrog]

Its amazing watching the progression of you skills in real time with every passing video

[@AndrewSzeto]

this is SUCH a banger miles! love the philosophies and can't wait for my new tee! haha thanks for being you, my dude!

[@xingcat]

What a magnificent piece of furniture, and what a terrific rumination on the nature of creativity.

[@Ernzt8]

Very inspirational, thanks! Love the chair too :)

[@chrisp.76]

I’ve never seen anything like your stool and chair designs. Keep being original!

[@3rdlifeupcycling302]

Amazing! As some of my favorite KZbin woodworkers lean into CNC and automation, you lean into your creativity and honing your skills. The best part is that your skills are approachable! 🤙🤙

[@jimrosson6702]

Great video the chair looks great and love your story telling that makes your videos stand out above so of the best

[@susanbilton9359]

That is a gorgeous, human friendly chair. Well done!

[@LookInto]

Incredible skills and another incredible project, two thumbs up!

[@swindsysuo6568]

its crazy how long ago all of this started and look where you are now, great job man.

[@geomax3465]

Amazing work and you are SO young! Keep it. Inspiring video. Thank you very much.

[@HoodEloquence]

I am obsessed with your creativity! And the video quality & storytelling! Superb!!!!

[@emorye.5437]

As always great video!! Also super excited about the tshirts they look amazing!!

[@-dokkodo-]

what a wonderful project and such a beautifully made video also! keep up the good work.

[@timmles42]

Thank you, I needed this. Different industry but same human struggles.

[@angusdaley]

Super inspiring man, that's a gorgeous chair.

[@aidanhennebry]

Unbelievably killer video. You took making that chair (an already Herculean task) and combined that with storytelling via filmmaking. Well done man. Such a pleasure to watch!

[@drewhanfland340]

After just watching it, I feel so excited. I think it's for you and your journey but also the inspiration you gave me and all of your viewers. I know that through this video, you have given the right to create to so many people and I look forward to what that inspiration will become.

[@ShankYanker]

The quality of these videos, and the things you make are awe inspiring. I can't wait to see what you do next.

[@mdsuen]

Hey miles, this video is great. I've been struggling with creative build-up and being able to release and realize my ideas because of shortage of time, life, competing priorities, etc. I really liked the cinematic reflection at the beginning, and I'm super glad you're studying product design. Your message really resonated with me, and I feel I have a clearer head now, away from the cacophony that was my head before. I hope you don't mind if I say a bit more about myself: I'm a student in my 20s in Hong Kong. I'm from Canada, and I've really enjoyed woodworking in my family home. Every summer in Canada i'd be excited to spend all my time in the workshop, working on projects that have built up in my ever-growing project to-do list. Then i'd work myself to the bone, day in and day out to complete them, and be satisfied by the end of it. But all that leaves when I have to return to Hong Kong for studies. This was the pattern all throughout high school. Being limited in Hong Kong, without my power tools or workshop space, confined to a place where I couldn't freely create and explore, I felt truly trapped, claustrophobic even. Buying wood here is genuinely difficult to find any pieces large enough or of good enough quality to use in larger scale projects. Lack of space means there isn't much possibility to make anything of reasonable size without struggle. Now currently in college studying digital media design, I'm looking to continue my studies in university in product design as well. Lately, its been hard to focus with life going on, school, and the impending deadlines to apply to universities soon. But, seeing your video has given me a better sense of direction, and at least some relief that someone else, out there, has had these struggles too, even if not exactly the same. I'll work hard, develop my portfolio, and apply to my schools, and I hope that you'll not only enjoy, but thrive in your product design program! Keep at it dude!

[@magatsu82]

I think this was your best video yet, the editing, the story telling, the shots. I'm not a fan of the seat piece and the back rest, but everything else plus the process was amazing, you are progressing so incredibly fast as a woodworker and a video maker, keep it going!