My first year as a full-time artist - it was stressful (but worth it)

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I tried this "full time artist" thing out for a whole year! How did it go? Watch and find out!
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[@Lalaineartgeek]

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[@amandagloverart]

It was a really tough year. It takes most artists on average about five years to get to a sustainable income. Most don't because they quit. So - best advice is keep going.

[@Lalaineartgeek]

Absolutely agree 👏

[@singlesploot]

Congratulations to make it to a full year! I loved hearing how your year went and knowing that someone also resonates with some of the struggles I had this year as a full time artist/small business owner! ❤ wishing for a better 2025!!!

[@Lalaineartgeek]

Thank you so so much!!! 🥺 wishing you and everyone an amazing 2025 as well!! 💓

[@glitcheremily8994]

I hope you keep continuing to grow. You're one of my favorite artists of all time, and I loved everything I ever bought from you. I hope cons go better for you in 2025. I know a lot of other artist aren't doing the best at cons either. I'm hoping to continue to support you on everything! Your amazing and I'm so proud of you!!! Your doing amazing ❤

[@Lalaineartgeek]

I'm so so grateful for you!! Thank you as always for being here and for continuously supporting! 😭💓

[@DefensorArtz]

Everything you say is very true Lalaine! And you have my full support! Thank you for being an awesome friend and fellow artist 😊

[@Lalaineartgeek]

Right back at ya!! Thank you for all the support so far 🥹

[@BondforgedSky]

I'm glad I watched this video. I'm thinking of making money off art, videos, and streams in the future. But I also am scared of it and am thinking realistically about it. But hearing other people's experiences with making a living of stuff like art helps. Will also have to check out your art. It looks so good

[@Lalaineartgeek]

Thank you so much for watching!! It’s definitely not an easy route whatsoever but you learn so much as an artist too. I highly recommend trusting your gut if you think this path will be right for you in the future 🌟

[@-x-5567]

I love these videos. It's so interesting to see others experience with being artists. I really wanna sell my art sometime in the future and these videos are great for learning!

[@Lalaineartgeek]

Super happy to hear this has helped you out!! I wish you the best of luck too! 💖

[@ChantelleArts]

it's really fascinating hearing your story! I'm opening my first shop next year and can't wait, my dream is to make this a career 🥰🥰

[@Lalaineartgeek]

How exciting!!! Wishing you all the luck next year with your shop opening! ✨

[@stages_of_mania]

So glad to see you discussing your experiences and giving us insight into the field of being an artist professionally. Your art and videos have been a huge help and inspiration to many. Keep up the great work 🫀🫀🫀

[@Lalaineartgeek]

Thank you always for the love and support!! 🙌🙌 I'm just really glad they're helping ppl out!

[@LionAroundSewing]

So glad you had a good 2024 even though it was a struggle sometimes. Cant wait to see what you accomplish in 2025! 🎉

[@fraymotiff]

I love and related to this video so much. I started trying fulltime after o graduated this year and its been a journey. Thank you for this!

[@Lalaineartgeek]

Thank you for watching, I really appreciate it! Congrats on being full time as well, wishing you the best of luck!! ✨💓

[@avalonismydo0rdie]

Congratulations on your first year! i found you though your artist alley vlogs, but I'm excited to see what you have in store

[@Lalaineartgeek]

Thank you so much!!! 🥰🥰

[@Bloomkyaaa]

What paper do you use? Actually, can you make a video of ALL the supplies you use? You have such nice crisp linework! 💖

[@Lalaineartgeek]

Yess I plan on it!! 🥰

[@elliart7432]

How would you recommend treating art like your job when you actually have a "normal" full time job, and aren't financially stable enough to switch to part time?

[@Lalaineartgeek]

Setting some time aside after work for your art is a good place to start! Even if it's between 30 minutes-1 hour, it'll still be a consistent schedule you set for yourself each day. If you're also trying to earn a side income from your art while working a full time job, doing commissions or selling digital products (example: coloring pages or Procreate brushes) are good ways for treating art like your job too! I hope this helps 💕

[@elliart7432]

@ I’ll definitely try!

[@mia_appel]

Me encanto ❤

[@stirlingj6109]

Awesome video 💜💜💜

[@Lalaineartgeek]

Thank you!!💝

[@stirlingj6109]

@ you’re welcome 💜💜💜

[@EmoKitsuneDesigns]

Ok so I started following your art on Instagram a few days ago and I didn't know you had an online shop ^_^; I wonder what I missed.