REPAINTING MY MOST POPULAR PAINTING (and what I've learned since)

[@smiddleton96]

I remember the second drawing clear as day.

[@vu5700]

Same i watched it several times

[@hershidrawz]

The change between the different versions really inspired me that I can also draw better 🙃

[@lemondoodles9083]

Hi Hershey!!!

[@kaea_val]

I so agree with the editing part. After all, it's your own eyes that see what needs editing and your own hand that does the editing. So it's still your work. Same artist, different medium. You're just making the most of a digital tool. No cheating at all.

[@inigo384]

I flipped as soon as I saw the thumbnail because the 2016 piece was very first video I saw from you. It's hard to believe I've been watching you for five years. You've been my favorite artist for five years!!! ❤

[@jiasolia]

I remember watching the og video when I was like...12?? and thinking "wow! her digital painting is beyond beautiful, I hope I can do it someday too!"...and now I finally do! it took 4 years though...but within that time you've improved so much, it's unbelievable!! even after all this time, your art still inspires me :D

[@shablabh]

im an editor and an artist, mostly an artist and i know a lot about editing, but i get scared to adjust colors, put editorial stuff on it because im scared people will call it cheating, i think i'll do it now :DD

[@rossbarone298]

most of the stuff that some artists call cheating (using references, a palette made with an app, etc) is bs. there’s no such thing as cheating in art, unless you’re tracing someone’s work and claiming it as your own! doing stuff like i said above, and editing colors with photo software, is literally just using your medium, digital, to it’s full power!

[@vennbelovin]

same! :)

[@ayaneagano6059]

This is super great and I love the improvement you’ve made over the years; it’s been really clear! However, I’d kind of like to see a more “genuine” recreation of your 2012 one? It feels like you took all of the unique features of the original’s long, slender face out and “generified” it to the same face you always seem to draw but with different hair. I feel like it’d be really interesting to see what she would look like with similar facial features to the original! It wouldn’t be so much muscle memory as with this one, but a real vision into your thought process on stylization! Even so, great job, though! This is very inspiring!

[@ellespoonies]

yes! i would definitely like to see the piece interpreted that way, it would definitely be interesting! what i understood of her explanation on this, though, the first piece wasn’t necessarily intended to be stylized in the way that it is. it just resulted in that unique and bold style because of her lack of knowledge at the time and inability to tell exactly what proportions were off or what colors were cohesive. since it wasn’t intended as a stylized piece, she just continued with her current techniques and style in the following redraws, not necessarily accounting for the exact aesthetic of the old piece because to her it wasn’t really aiming to be anything specific.

[@valasafantastic1055]

Colour is VERY subjective and mood based. No right or wrong, just what one prefers that day vs another. There are 'rules' many people can reference for how it works and harmony and things like mixing colour, contrasts, complementary but no laws. One style isn't even better just different. One person is free to prefer a style vs another. Technical progress however can and should be measured. And it's best done here as you judge yourself against your past self. However you get to the final artwork by direct painting or though digital adjustments doesn't really matter you are still using time/effort and tools to reach that final artwork. Its a great challenge for self growth analysis and to show progress and learning. Fun video, thanks.

[@Elysian_Lacuna]

I completely agree with your points of views on editing and digital art and how they changed over time. I absolutely love traditional art because it’s something I’ve always had access too, even if it was a napkin and a pen. I used to think digital art could be “cheating” but once I got my own iPad and actually tried to do digital I realized how complex it really is. It takes a lot of practice to fully understand and pay attention to detail when working digitally. I loved being able to see them all lined up together and the edits you made were gorgeous. You’ve always been a big inspiration to me so it’s crazy seeing your style and skills improve even more!! 🥰🧡

[@Henleash]

I remember watching the original redraw video so long ago, and it's crazy how much you've improved since then! Also, congrats on 400k!!

[@mjpete27]

I enjoy watching your watercolor videos a bit more since I have tried to leave the digital realm behind me. I still watch digital videos even Nadia Axel's digital tips n tricks and other content is amazing! I am a bit surprised that you did not do a side by side by side at the end of the video give us a better chance to review all the pictures. I am a believer that you should use EVERY tool available to make your job as an Artist easier. Digital mock-ups and color shift repair is a must know in this day and age! Keep doing what you do and stay positive! You are the master of your own fate for sure!

[@sawyercloud4429]

I remember watching your digital painting videos in the early beginning and I was so motivated that I started saving money to buy my first digital tools and used Krita. Back then I was so young with only my passion as my main motivation, you tought me so much about digital art technics and hard working. Today I'm a happy full-time illustrator with representation in the publishing industry. Just to tell you thank you for keep doing what you do :) Love, Sawyer

[@isaniart]

This makes me want to repaint some of my older work!

[@RomaBegumArt]

I think they're all great but your current one is my favourite! 😍💖✨

[@maluridae_]

I really enjoy seeing your videos coming up, I don't really follow too many youtubers in particular but I've really started to get into the groove with your recent content. I actually think I prefer your newest style, and that's what draws me in the most with your thumbnails. On a more detailed note, I did a thesis about the tacit decision-making of illustrators as they draw and paint a few years ago and I frequently used youtube painters as an example of those who attempt to articulate their process and how many examples there are of poor or even missing communication of process from visual artists in particular, and I wanted to say your attempts to articulate your process are really substantial, and I think, at least from my point of view, very useful compared to many. They're specific but able to be understood by many (I think), but even more than that, I also really like the way I've noticed your personality creep through in some of these as what I can only term slightly less than "social media bubbly" and I really resonated with and liked that; for example you expertly defended your paintings looking different in terms of colour choices, shapes etc, over time without sounding overly defensive, or overly polite, and I worry that too many social media people come off as a little too polite at the risk of offending an audience, and I also don't think I often see such an effective defence of artist's own work from the artist themselves, which is cool. Sorry for that long reply, just my two cents haha

[@nikkoleburns3213]

I'm glad to hear that even you take a pause on your work when you become a bit bored. I feel like I have to push through it and when I do it falls short of my best skills. Thanks for encouraging me to be a bit more flexible with myself.

[@avajosephine2645]

THE COLOURING AND SHADING IN THE HAIRR AHH IM OBSESSED

[@star-po3gb]

i remember that first redraw!! i can’t believe i’ve watched your videos this long!!

[@SweetPigment]

stariiyu me too 🥺

[@OliVeeTV]

Great evolution! I forgot how much I've learned from you, sense I did learn from other KZbinrs too. I'm 39 -stopped drawing for a long time and 2 years ago you inspired me a ton: to learn, to wanna learn more etc. Thank you. --(as a person, I think you already had an innate sense of marketing... don't let courses ruin that... just be you)

[@sprinkleofsuga7186]

I've been watching her videos since the second painting, back when I was in early high school. She inspired me so much to draw and now I'm graduated from high school and going on to hopefully be a freelance artist! I'm forever grateful for all the inspiration she's given me!

[@ritac.g3314]

I think that if I would do it i would start the paiting with less saturated colors, but you know how to control what u are doing so it is perfect, i loved it!

[@heeyeehaw]

I absolutely love your mindset! You manage to stay so positive and I look up to that so much

[@missseaweed2462]

The biggest points of advice appeared to concern color theory, the amount of detail one puts into a drawing in pursuit of completion of the piece, as well as the bit involving how liberal one can be with layer styles and digital tools to _improve_ your work. However, this is like saying the cherries make the cake; this is false, that is why the phrase, "cherry on top" exists. The base of the cake is the bread, the bread begins the entire cake. Start there. Attention to detail towards completion and things like curves help to polish and refine, but the base that is your pure art won't be improved if you don't know _how_ to add those subtle textures or have a solid understanding of color theory. I've been playing the flute for 6-7 years, and throughout that time my band teacher repeated one message: Improve your tone first. Without that, the embellishments--ie punctuation, rhythm, stylistic choices--none of that will matter without a good sound. Good sound in visual art consists of the basics, like color theory, proportion, perspective, consistency, and the rest of them. Figure out the basics, and your art will _then_ begin to show more drastic improvement. I did mention consistency because that's a fundamental of building any habit or skill: doing it often and consistently. Basically, don't rely on some fancy tools to better your art. They're great things! But they won't fix a hole in your knowledge. Great video, Sara! Keep it up!

[@averyruth744]

Your channel is so underrated. That doesn't need an explanation, it just is.

[@HartDraws]

Creativity is a drug I can't live without 🤫

[@OnEspressoo]

I love this new version as well! It's fun to see the painting process and differences between the old pieces and this one. Great work and love your channel! ❤️

[@klaramahlke5283]

The funny thing is: I am 13. And I think I really improved the last year. Love your videos

[@shablabh]

i'm so in love with your art, you've helped me soooo much through digital and traditional art, because i just switched to digital, your art is SERIOUSLY inspiring❤

[@anispinner]

When I've seen the first video, long time ago, I wasn't sure which one was better. Now I know for sure.

[@pehnutbota]

Omg its so cool to look at your new style! I mean I followed you since early 2019 so its good to see your art evolve 🤣😍

[@izzyakram]

Regarding the dream-like fairy tale art style, have you ever done any dark fantasy? I think this current art style of yours is your best one to date.

[@arlettec7591]

this is crazy! I first discovered you on Instagram & now got recommended your video. :)

[@Arterismos]

I love that your style becomes more and more realistic over time. Please continue this series until you make a hyperrealistic version. 😂 Also, please do an updated hair tutorial. I love the way you painted it here; it looks so soft and flowy.

[@calliasroom]

yes i so relate abt the colors- i never want to do redraws bc the colors I used o chose are just.. not it

[@juliazieba5531]

man, this is just getting better and better! :D

[@jillianetuk5189]

this is so beautify and so much improvement

[@ritac.g3314]

Good work, this is just so pretty i loved it, keep going!

[@aidenbarello2452]

Woah I remember the second drawing coming out this is so strange

[@emjpg]

This is so beautiful!

[@_devotionart]

So inspiring to see the process and the improvements 🤯😍💖💖

[@_leaves_7252]

I love your art so much. Is there any chance you could do a step by step painting process if you want? I've started digital painting and I'm really struggling to figure out how to do it, do you have any tips?

[@cozywalrus7175]

im 13 and i got a drawing tablet for my birthday! I have been drawing for years but my digital drawings are very different from my traditional ones since my eyes and hands havent adjusted :( The biggest problem i have is with the sketching and blending. But i hope one day i can improve as much as you!

[@sergiojimenez8355]

Beautiful illustration!, I followed you recently but your style captured me! I would like you to do more tutorials, especially faces, it would be great because you explain very well, thanks:)

[@prishax]

your videos are so helpful!! kudos!

[@razxberrie]

13:00 thats a really good point, can you consider making an image editing process video? It would be interesting to see. I never thought of investing in a proper photo editing software because..i make the photos. lol. Idk if the makes sense but nice video regardless! 💕✨

[@Elelya]

Nice improvement! I would like to improve my brushwork and the knowledge of settings.

[@Ousuario1993]

Hey could you please make a video about the brushes on Photoshop? I've downloaded the pack you suggested but my painting still looks weird lol would love some details on how you use each one. Thank yoooou.

[@izehsy6715]

The improvement I'd huge

[@esraafalatha3]

Amazing improvement

[@ca.momiles]

would u make a tutorial on choosing colours too?

[@fr0ggie518]

I love your art so much, this video is really motivating to me :)

[@bluecrazyclown._.9865]

Thank you

[@wild_fl0wersss]

I’ve only been doing digital art for a year and digital painting since the summertime, but I’ve already learned so much! but recently I’ve felt like my skill can’t keep up to my ideas in a way?

[@dejaamelle]

You somehow get better and better??? Omg

[@fuzzydragons]

def nothing wrong with lots of editing with digital images, it can be such a huge part of creating digitally

[@JimmyWalters1]

Super cool!

[@yzamanuel8232]

beautiful

[@grayse4189]

i know shes probably answered this before, but does anybody know what photoshop brushes shes using currently?

[@karinalara8313]

This gave me Sully from Monsters inc vibe 😝

[@baguette9758]

it just keeps getting prettier

[@ritac.g3314]

Man im so excited to see this

[@annielam421]

so cute!

[@-taemiso-292]

10:33 Hi! ❤

[@charanari712]

can we get a side by side speed paint

[@lilliahna4049]

10:33 just pause it :D

[@TikTok-cw3of]

you are an amazing artist and positive

[@user-sb8ks1ij7b]

💙💙💙

[@alexlakota3598]

👍 ❤️

[@bea.of.ameadow8029]

🕴.......Bro I was watching another video and I was enjoying my slef and your notification popped up and I clicked it on accident and I was pissed off and then I realized it was you so honestly 🙄🤞🏽‼️ Also Im the first view and first commet so like all you bitches commenting after me is my sons ✊🏽🗣🤞🏽🥶‼️

[@missseaweed2462]

Patience? Never heard of it. :)

[@LondonBridge99]

I really wish you put the final piece side by side with others 🥺 the thumb nail is too small for me to appreciate it fully

[@vu5700]

The biggest change since the last one is that the new piece has a finger in its mouth.

[@CooperSwanson723]

Ur voice changed too

[@deadsirius4456]

the old ones had so much more character ngl; the new one is just bland.

[@Vizible21]

It's just a shame you have to take away her long chin... I think it's one of the feature that stands out from that character.... But hey it's your art.. i still like the first one tho.. it has more emotion and character.

[@priscillaabhulimen8584]

When I was 8 I was really good at drawing and shading for my age but my parents convinced me being good at art was not useful professionally, I’m also 22 now and I can’t hold a pencil right. But good for you at least.🤡

[@fastandadrift4858]

Start now then, you're older now. You can do it for you. You can put the time in and you'll get results. You own that control and you have the wheel now. Use that in your favor buddy! There's no day like today! I believe in you ^^ There's no shame in learning at any age. Art is art!

[@priscillaabhulimen8584]

@@fastandadrift4858 Thank you. I already started actually. I'm done with school so I have time to focus on it now.

[@star-po3gb]

the way i’m 16 and still worse than the first one T_T

[@moonlightgator541]

It would be useful to have older drawings overlay in a corner so I know what are you talking about. Not helpful at all.