Self-Employed Artist Diaries ✿ How to Make Art When You're Anxious, Friendship & Loneliness

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[@tammydinh]

the "e" at 2:32 is supposed to say "Sakura Radish Spirit" 🤦🏻‍♀silly me....

[@frxya._.12xx]

Dw, I didn’t even notice it

[@hayeon.k]

lol i wondered what that was, dw it was kinda funny.... ~the floating E~

[@JulieElvenMusic]

Your videos are so cozy and inspiring! I'm 10 years older than you, and am a self employed musician working on film and game soundtracks from my own home studio. I totally recognize the initial motivation of wanting to prove everyone wrong! :D Also, the anxiety about too much to do (overwhelm) but sometimes also not knowing what is next is so relatable. I agree - one step leads to the next, and as long as we focus on the next goals, plan strategically with a business mindset, but also never forget to dream, it's going to be okay and the next part of the path will reveal itself in due time ❤

[@justabby4528]

Wooow, you definitely going places!

[@skunkie110]

I'm in my 30's and feel like I'm starting over in life... I'm artistic as well and still trying to find my niche, and have considered polymer clay. I just want to say how inspiring you are and how soothing your voice and demeanor is. I love watching your videos! And congrats on your success.

[@Helelsonofdawn]

your niche is your universe that you envision that no one else has

[@skunkie110]

@@Helelsonofdawn love that! And how very true... we each have our own vision that only we can see... and bringing that vision to life, so that others may see it as well, here in the physical. Well. I don’t know if that’s where you were going in your comment, but that’s where I took it at least 😆

[@Helelsonofdawn]

​@@skunkie110vision can be simplicity of the aesthetic or can heal the world or destroy your enemies, find youre net work tribe, i gave up art for a job long ago, its just for journaling and when i sip tea and watch korean asmr

[@Mindofliz]

I've always wanted to be an artist but growing up, my parents where always really "real-life", go to school,, get a 9-5 and work until your retire. I fell into that, but at almost 30 years old I'm seeing a surge in young artists blossoming and it has pushed me to work past my "big girl" job and start up my own business. I have trouble starting stuff and never finishing, but I'm doing a really good job pacing myself, setting everything up in my own time but not looking at others and comparing myself. Making my own little creations that people will hopefully love. I haven't opened my shop yet (or even made an are youtube) but I hope that SOMEONE will enjoy my items and want to have them and cherish them.

[@andreaalbayeros1415]

i’m a barista and i’ve always wanted this job i lowkey manifested it in my journal and now that i’m living it i’m so tired all the time and i’ve always known i don’t want to work for others and being self employed through my art and writing has always been my dream since i was a child. thank you for this video your voice is so calming and reassuring like sunlight and im so inspired through you.

[@toffeetokki]

I only discovered your channel recently but, it's given me so much comfort and inspiration in my own life so it's wonderful to get to know you a little better. Thank you for sharing your thoughts and experiences with us! I'm 27, still trying to figure out what I want to do with my life and your videos helps me feel more content within myself to continue my own passions without putting too much pressure on myself! I'm looking forward to following you on your journey with art, friends and more. Keep it up! 💛

[@clarkbar128]

There is nothing I love more than crocheting while I watch/listen to your videos. It really feels like we're crafting together, you are so easy to listen to and your videos are so calming and comforting. Thank you for everything you make, you are a bright spot in this world for me. 💛

[@katsscorner]

Tammy, I would like for you to know how much you've inspired me. You are the reason I have spent the past almost 3 weeks taking large steps to starting my own small business that I have been wanting to start for over a year. Yesterday I got my very first sale and it is all thanks to you and your motivational words and willingness to share information. As somebody who also majorly slacked in high school and has a lot of guilt surrounding that, I very much enjoy your "energy saving" perspective on the matter. I will continue to channel the energy I saved in high school into my art and business as I have realized that this is my passion as well. Thank you so much for being you

[@iamrjdennis]

Tammy, your videos (and amazing artwork) are SO comfy! I love your channel! 😊

[@tammydinh]

Thank you so much!!!❤

[@Helelsonofdawn]

@@tammydinh how do i look at your work for sell?

[@coffeebear7719]

People around me always told me to draw on a bigger scale. But I enjoyed drawing portraits in miniature. These past few months I've tried what others said but it's been harming my mental health. After hearing your words I think I'm going to stick to drawing my way . I hope I'm making the right decision.

[@Shrek_That_Loves_To_Draw111]

I honestly think that her art is amazing! She is so young yet so successful! Whenever I order from her I am 1, super excited but I also think about how much effort and detail she puts into these orders!

[@MikeCampo]

You're wise for your age and you have a really good mindset :) Two things: check out the book Quiet by Susan Cain. I learned so much about my introversion from that book and my extroverted partner got a better understanding of me too. Hugely beneficial. Also, at 14:45 when you make the icing clay, you might be able to speed up the mashing process by using a joint knife or maybe even a palette knife. The extra surface area can smoosh more of the clay :)

[@tammydinh]

thanks so much for the recommendations!!! and definitely will try out the palate knife :,))!!! i think it will save me some time for sure instead of a chopstick 😂

[@bymorganco]

i loved this video, i was crocheting while you worked on clay and it felt like we were hanging out 💛 i’m a digital/graphic designer professionally an asian american woman, and we definitely CAN have fulfilling jobs that still can financially support us. i think you’re doing awesome work! and it may seem silly to the older generation to not have a 5 year plan, but listen, even if you did… it may not end up the way you envisioned so i think it’s fine that you don’t! i’m 26 and don’t have a five/ten year plan 😂 i just know it’s in the creative space too. hope you’re doing well! love from eastern WA/ID

[@mliseth]

tammy i love your videos and your clay charms!! I've always wanted to get back to being creative again bc i love sewing and drawing, but i always get discouraged bc of school and being burnt out (getting my bachelors this spring!), seeing you do something your passionate about as your job is so inspiring and makes me hopeful that no matter what i decide to pursue in the future that i can still do the things that i love and make me happy :)

[@tammydinh]

we’re both graduating this spring 🥺❤️❤️ manifesting the absolute best for you!!!!

[@Kth22785]

You are so inspiring. I’ve been reading your comments and I’m blown away by your impact. I’m 38 and also an artist. My art is writing and while I have found a way to make a living out of it (I’m a content marketing director for a b2b digital marketing agency) I feel like I have been slowly shutting parts of myself down in order to conform to this role and it’s not even about the job- it’s me being out of alignment. It causes crippling anxiety and even a bit of addiction to creep into my life so I can cope. I’m okay. I’m healing all that but I’m also searching for the next step. Watching you is not only extremely relaxing and soothing, but I so admire your bravery to pursue art despite people’s best intentions of judging it as an unstable profession and I hope to find my own path toward something like you have but that fits my gifts and purpose. Thank you so much for also being vulnerable about suffering from anxiety. If you hadn’t been open about that I doubt I’d have had the courage to even share here in the comments. ❤

[@Jeniveve]

14:45 sooo satisfying to watch the transformation of clay frosting.

[@prvg2113]

Your art reminisce me of how much I missed clay sculpting when my African female teacher introduced it to me at Kindergartens. Your wisdom and positivity brings me the joy of returning to create art. Keep striving and thank you for sharing your experience.

[@eggytoasty_]

I'm currently in that state where I don't really have "friends." I'm okay with it. - I always remind myself with. As a senior in high school/upper secondary and learning adulthood stuff, I still value and know that socializing is good, but at the same time, I take my time with w/that thing. I've always enjoyed being 'alone' time because when I'm with someone, it sometimes gives me the 'ick' where I start overthinking or want to get this over with. But I realize that is enough to network slowly to meet someone I have known for a while. If I find people online, I'll rethink do I want to meet them IRL ever?! Who knows? Loving and caring for myself is essential, but my surroundings are crucial to keep me moving forward. Thank you for Uncomfy for inspirational video!

[@sportzwaaiarmen5986]

Hi there Tammy, you talk about friendships and I can totally relates to that. Now that I am no longer working, I also need to push myself to maintain my friendship with my ex-colleagues and I try to see them every now and then. But i seems to be getting harder. My other group of friends through social media, was also put a stop as I cannot bring myself to be with so-called "un-opened minded" people. Well it seems like I am crawling into an isolated space. Got to think positive!

[@malurus_]

i'm watching this on my birthday after quite a sad day and you cheer me up watching. i hope one day i can have a business like yours 💕

[@treelady5560]

I've just come across this channel today and you are already such a huge inspiration to me. I've been passionate about art and have loved sculpting with clay for a long time, and you've given me hope that it is possible for me to ahieve what you have in the realm of business. Thank you for being authentic, kind, and sharing your creativity with us. 😊💕

[@aspxnvii]

I just discovered your channel recently, and you've helped me feel so much more content and confident in myself and to not put too much pressure on myself. I'm 25 and i graduate with my graphic design degree in two months . I've been stuck working service jobs for so long, but you've inspired me to want to start my own business and see where it could go. Thank you for sharing this video and more about yourself. I look forward to your future uploads (:

[@chrism9596]

From one artist that's anxious to another your videos are the highlight of my day when I see your post notification :) I'm loving getting back into art! I think being kind to yourself and doing acts of kindness to help with the creative blocks is such a good idea.

[@carolinamendes4538]

i have recently binge watched all of your videos because you're such an inspiration. i love your cozy vibes

[@impressthesubconscious]

Your videos are bringing me so much peace. Thank you for that 💕

[@lashazachariah5495]

So much love into the detail of every piece 💓 Its literally breathtaking.

[@prettyperfect5015]

i love how calming is your voice, and you make me realize how much creativity and tenacity are important, thank you for inspiring us every day ❤️

[@sportzwaaiarmen5986]

hi there Tammy, I am very happy to discover your videos. At this moment, I am on crossroad...I want to make small things, but my creativity seems to have dissipated, through my career as an accountant although when young I laways ace my art classes. But art as you know do not generate good income (at that time) so through my father's suggestion, I went into accountancy. Been trying my hands at painting, bonsai and now clay but never success. You have inspired me and I am watching your videos in the hope that I get my creavity back. Thanks!

[@wolfpuppers]

I love watching these videos while I'm working on my own art projects, so comforting

[@ChantelleArts]

I still find it crazy how you can work with such small, fiddly pieces!? 😍

[@gogumadesign]

I also really hope to prove other people wrong one day soon~~~ ^^

[@tammydinh]

❤️❤️🥹

[@joannaleirefernandez]

hi, I've been watching some vlogs lately and youtube did his thing or the algorithm thingy and recommend ur vlogs to my feed and after i've watched one of ur vid, i've been all watching them lately and im so inspired & touched everytime i watched them🥺 im also at my early 20s fresh grad and wanted to quit my job already (even though its not really tiring and hard but because i feel like im not really for it, and its depleting my energy) i wanted to pursue something like what u do but i'm afraid its not the practical to do. there are days i feel inspired to do what i really want but i have work & task to do, so, i just journal it down. because i have work to do, these ideas often fall to the bottom of my priority list, even though thats not what my heart and mind truly desire. i feel like the universe is saying that i should listen to my intuition thats why im seeing so many signs that i acknowledge but i still cant YET quit my job, i'm proud of myself for making small steps in everything i just hope that someday i'll be able to do what i really love and here i am watching different vlogs about passion and "becoming" cuz i know someday ill be able to make it! :)) despite of everything i wanted to thank you and i hope u keep making more inspiring vids because it helps people like me keep motivated. also, i feel like we kinda have the same trait and values in life :)) still you're awesome and ure perfectly imperfect so its ok if sometimes ure not feeling ur highest self🫂, i hope ur heart will always find joy in everything. keep shinning ✨

[@painlesslynx5550]

That sponsored section caught me off guard lol, thanks for making this video. I'm happy I found your channel; your videos changed my perspective on life, and I'm not just saying that. Really, thank you.🐱

[@timothy_negron]

So intelligent. Love your responses. Wish you the best of luck with everything in life!

[@lostyle]

Thank you so much for your vlogs. They are super inspiring and relaxing to watch. I am not as artistic as I am creative. I remember my high school graduation party (some 10+ years ago) I said I was going to be an animator, while others were talking about the usual dentist, doctor, lawyer, and teacher etc. I was laughed at by the crowd. Now I am graduating with my bachelor in Accounting. After seeing and watching many other creative small businesses I have found my passion again (at least I believe for now). After trying out my first polymer clay creation, I was just super excited and happy. Thanks again for doing what you do! 💖

[@shoreseeker]

I get so excited when you post, thank you for sharing your experiences with us and showing people that you can make a living through art 😊❤

[@kitsotshukudu4090]

Yay🎉 another video to download for my own comfort...you are amazing💜💜💜💜

[@healingalchemy]

I feel so inspired by this, I decided to start my own small business and I was thinking to do print on demand, but after seeing a few of your videos I got inspired by your amazing artwork 😊

[@039menma4]

Its weird but, have u noticed how, when u have work to do u just dont feel anxious anymore, or sad or angry or anything, cuz u have other work stuff to think about, and then when u get anxious just start working and u forget about all of it, its weird but its called self therapy, and u calm down. I love it, cuz when i didnt have a job or didnt have things todo i was so down and depressive and all, but now even when things happen i just start drawing and i calm down amd ijust stop thinking about it cuz my attention is on the work.

[@IHeArTrOcK20]

Omg there was a time when clay charms was the thing and there were so many big YT channels for poly clay . I remember being so exited when Xoxo Rufus would upload and now you only hear about sculpted charms here and there. I’m glad some are preserving the art and the community ❤

[@winnies8576]

Girl, you rock!!!! I have the same dream as you to be a full time crafter and artist ❤ I’m also super uncomfy and anxious. So much so that I can’t hold a regular job at the present time but being my own boss and having my own flexible schedule and being able to work at home seems like it would be the perfect fit for me. Also if I did have a job of any kind I wouldn’t have anything emotionally or physically left to make art and I’d be devastated so being able to do what I love means everything to me and it’s what I want to pour my heart and soul into! You’ve definitely inspired me to keep believing in this and prove people wrong! >: ) keep being amazing! I feel like we’d be besties cause you’re so down to earth and sweet and real 😭

[@winnies8576]

I also want to add I’m going on 30 in July and always felt like it was too late for me but I’m throwing that idea in the trash right this instant lol

[@shanryu]

I'm already really excited for your plushies 😆 I know they're gonna look amazing. But I totally agree with you- the clay minis hit different and I'll never stop loving them ❤️ also thank you for being so vulnerable with us. It felt like I was having a nice conversation with a friend hehe

[@marlana.bright]

My surroundings started to get really intense, and I got anxious, and then I saw your thumbnail and it felt like an island. It was exactly what I needed when I needed it.

[@christicovington]

You know I think your generation gets alot of shit negatively spoken about it, but one thing I really admire is that so many of you openly speak of self love and how important it is to be kind to yourself as well as others. I don't remember that being a focus of my generation when i was 22. ( I'll be 40 nxt yr. Eek! Lol) I just stumbled on your videos. I'm an artist as well. I pray for continued success in all your efforts. Much ❤️ from Nashville TN.

[@bjsimmons58]

I love your little animals and other things you make. You have a great talent

[@artistlovepeace]

Wow! I love your artwork!

[@mariajoniec6313]

I could watch you all day. Thank you for being you

[@TheJosefin123456]

making art listening to this soothing episode, thank you

[@Talabata]

You really remind me of Michelle Phan, not just because you're both Viet. The chill, thoughtful introverted, creative vibe and helpfulness are in sync. Thank you for this gentle and encouraging video!

[@Moodofcozy]

your creations are adorable ❤

[@SydnieFae]

this was really nice to watch... ive been in uni for 4 years now and still haven't made any friends. its rough, but hearing you talk about the little effort will help me find friends, i hope ahha

[@CLEliasArt]

I sincerely appreciate your videos. Thank you for sharing your experience in this way. ❤ You bring comfort, joy, and inspiration to me every time! I wish you happiness and success in all aspects of your life. Much comfort to you ✨

[@DulceN]

I just found your channel and think you are a very talented artist and love your ever-so-cute creations. I have never tried popymer clay but would love to, so I’m subscribing and will be following your videos.

[@KenzieScarlett]

Yayyyy! So happy that your posting more! Love these cozy videos, and your art! 💛

[@shawtazz]

Thank you for reminding me to message my one friend I have left, everyone else drifted away and now that this one friend reached out to me the past year I need to keep trying. I'm definitely not good at messaging even though I'd think of them here and there

[@geekelly000]

So interesting to listen to your story. When I was a kid I wanted to be a potter, a patissiere or a baker (in that order) so I can relate to your interests. We don't know each other, yet I'm so proud of you for achieving your dream 😊

[@melxqy4738]

I recently found your channel, and I really love the cozy vibes! So I'm currenty majoring in stem, but I am not enjoying myself. I'm thinking about going into digital or graphic design but I'm unsure. I've always been more into creating art/music than science, but family pressure made me go into stem. How is digital design for you? Do you use what you learn in college and apply it your art business?

[@PeaceWarrior187]

Thank you for making this video. You inspire me daily. Please continue to share your story with us, no matter how Uncomfy it is 😉

[@eileenkoay9972]

I'm so glad I found your channel. I'm struggling to learn so many things to start my channel and afraid of so many things that might go wrong. What if people don't like me cos I'm not an outgoing person and don't have many friends. I'm into Chocolate designing, Baking and Creative Desserts, more of Food Art kind. I'm struggling to setup my channel and so many new things to learn, from camera to photography and videoing, etc. Everything seems such a big task to me. But your sharing seems so encouraging and I'm gonna work hard to make it through. Even though what you do and what I'm doing is not the same, but they are both Art in different forms. Thank you so much. Stay Blessed.

[@HemilyArt]

Your videos are my absolute favourite! They make me feel so calm in this turbulent world ☺️

[@AIB888]

You're so talented

[@quini_g]

I just found your channel and I identify so much to everthing you said and to how I relate to my art, thank for this videos and you have one more follower and fellow artist admirer now 🥰

[@itsdaksha]

Always love getting to know you and your work better ☺️ you're a beautiful soul

[@LouVoller]

Wow you and I are so alike. Its like you’ve read my journal. Thanks for this video🥰

[@NataliaDiazJackson]

This is amazing! Youre amazing! I am a budding doll maker, soft sculptor and your channel is very inspirational and helpful! Also I find your organization ideas very helpful. Youre amazing! 😃. I will def do a sewing vlog. God bless and thank you so much!

[@lightbulbnirvana]

Thanks so much for sharing your story and how you came to do your art. ♥

[@earth_tones_and_sky]

Your video just made me feel so relaxed!

[@juliarosemaryturk]

your videos are always exactly what I need! I'm a writer so my art is a little bit different but your messages always help me feel better nonetheless. thank you

[@Ur_unnie-v5r]

I love ur videos so much! And ur soo pretty and really good clay artist!🖤 I try my best to make cute charms❤ I hope one day I can make aesthetic vlogs like you do ✨

[@brbapappa]

16:10 reminded me of Elton John - Song for you. "If I was a sculptor, but then again: no / or a girl who makes beverages in a traveling show."

[@jasminkauai]

Bruh, when you talk about friendship and how your tour through friend groups... I felt seen. I could never explain this to anyone but I truly long to have long term friends.

[@collyTan0613]

So cozy and inspiring 💜

[@Thereal_riki13]

OMG IM YOUR 4k LIKE. BTW I love your vids they bring me so much comfort and just makes me wanna become a small business owner.I really wish I could buy something from your shop but unfortunately I’m very broke lol. Keep up with the amazing videos and business!!!

[@taniashorts5329]

I love ur vids it’s so amazing❤❤❤

[@seafoamteaa]

i love this so much and it made me feel better about things, thank you :)

[@Evah.m]

OMG WE HAVE THE SAME STANLEY

[@silverlining_1995]

How long do you bake these ? Also how do you coat it in the finish? What is it? Anyone who puts the work in gets the results. That’s all that matters. No one looks at anything else. They see your hard work, and if what you’re making is what they want. I already am an artist as well... just only dabbled in polymer clay

[@ruwgirl]

Enjoyable as always, thank you 💖

[@Chiron952]

Very inspiring! I live in Denver too :) exciting to see someone from here

[@flitefulwantssubs402]

I totally agree about having a hobby or passion preventing you from feeling lonely. I actually had the reverse thing happen as you. I was very much content being by myself but also enjoyed socializing with my friends. During quarantine I developed severe depression and experienced anhedonia (I stopped feeling happiness altogether and did not want to do the things I once enjoyed). It’s gotten a bit better, but I don’t have any passions or hobbies like I used to anymore. I have a lot of friends I love talking to, but I do not have a solid group and being alone is so painful now. I knowingly waste my time on social media to burn time and spend the other amounts of free time unknowingly dissociating. The only time I tend to feel happy out of school is when I’m talking to my friends, which is strange because I’m more introverted. Obviously that isn’t healthy, haha. I don’t know why anyone would have read this, but does anyone have any tips? Or maybe a good videogame or hobby to try? Thanks xo

[@Marie-di5gl]

You might want to think of why you're introverted. If it's because you're simply not used to being social, then you can just practice it until it becomes more natural. Copy some of the things other people say that makes you feel welcome and listened to. Social skills is a muscle that you train like all others. If it's because you're nervous, then I can recommend playing board games with friends and new people. If you get nervous from the social bit then you can focus your brain on the game to calm it down.

[@tammydinh]

i can relate so deeply it hurts. i would try getting into cozy gaming! the cozy gaming community on youtube is so cozy (my fav creator is Cozy K) and they have so many recommendations to fill up alone time. recently i’ve been getting back into animal crossing and mario kart haha! much love ❤❤❤

[@flitefulwantssubs402]

@@Marie-di5gl I appreciate your comment! I actually don't think this has anything to do with introversion. I suspect I have social anxiety but I'm pretty good at hiding it and and I've improved a lot over the years by going outside my comfort zone with stuff like socializing, leading tour guides, becoming a "link crew leader" for underclassmen, etc. I think the problem stems more from using talking to people as a source of happiness instead of being able to happy on my own now. Thank you for the advice though :)

[@flitefulwantssubs402]

@@tammydinh Thank you for the suggestions :) I'll give Animal Crossing another try. I think a nice relaxing game to enjoy by myself such as ACNH would do me good

[@stoneytim3807]

Oh how I love your videos there so good and comfy I feel like you're actually talking to me personally 😅 also keep up the good work you have so much more to do in life. Hope you have a good day and stay blessed 🖤 😊

[@Hiii2816]

Hey Tammy! You inspired me so much im even planning to start my own business in the future! I hope to be as talented as you one day 💗

[@nicolinamaio]

I also do not like working for people 😂 do you know where your family is from in Vietnam ? //what general region. I spent a lot of time in Vietnam a few years ago. I truly fell in love with Vietnam and I’m so grateful to have been able to spend so much time there. I didn’t learn a lot of Vietnamese but I still view it as almost a second home.

[@upmosscreekstudio]

This was very comfy and beautiful thank you :}

[@haileymaejae]

I look forward to these videos ❤️☺️ they have helped me in a few different ways and I just want to say ✨thank you ✨

[@Marie-di5gl]

What are your thoughts on "Don't make your vacation into your vocation or you'll lose your vacation"? I have some people in my life telling me I should do something more with my art skills and that I'd be successful etc etc. But I already have friends(above age 30) doing just that and they struggle financially, with mental health and with motivation. I keep hearing that you shouldn't turn your hobby into a job because it'll ruin the fun for you and lose the passion. I want to take art more seriously but I'm scared. On the other side I'm afraid I'll be depressed if I don't follow my nature. I tried working as an accountant last year and I cried every day.

[@Kth22785]

I am in the same exact boat. And I have crippling anxiety I work through everyday. I get very little joy and fulfillment from my work. I plan to change that slowly. Coming up with a step by step action plan will help me to make change without feeling like I need to completely dismantle my life and my career in a day.

[@DraemoraH]

Hello. So... I don't know if it's good advice, but I'll tell you my experience, and my family's experience. Both of my parents are/were artists, my father (who already passed) was a full-time artist till the end, while my mom had to become an art teacher to raise me and my brother after they divorced. She's still a teacher to this day, and in the country we live in, she makes a good living - at the cost, in a way, of her mental health. She's always trying to balance things, doing crafting, theater and stuff with her students, but there's only so much you can do within the rules of the school. Anyway, sorry for babbling. Now, about me. I'm young still (24) but have always worked with art and dreamed about it. My mom always supported me being a full-time artist, my dad tried to dissuade me from it completely, which was very sad and confusing, it only proved to me that being an artist was not viable, because he was one and regretted it. Well. I tried to be a teacher. Couldn't do it, just like that. I'm trying to become an art teacher now, following my mother's footsteps, but not giving up on being an artist. I plan to work half-time as a teacher, so that I can be an artist with the rest of my time, while having a more stable source of income. I think, to start, we have to push through with an unhappy career, until we can just be artists. I know I'm young and very privileged, but this is something I can't take out of my head as well. There's nothing I want more than being independent and supporting my mother.

[@leslieiannottacronin2176]

As a matter of fact, I did enjoy this. I work for someone else, making miniatures. Wee Forest Folk. It’s not my business, but sometimes I have a say in what’s created. It’s morphed into a job, over the years, that I really love.

[@wizardofcog]

The Sun Machine is coming down, and were gonna have a party. :)

[@troygroff4512]

Can you use the same stove you cook food in? So, first you bake the clay in the oven and then you use resin and finally bake in the nail device? Is this correct? Thank You! Your art is inspiring! 🙏

[@creatoralma]

Love your channel! 💗

[@tanknjinx]

Hey I was wondering how do you find the songs to put into your videos? They are always such a wholesome feeling relaxing vibe. Do you use a specific website?

[@JJ-funtaro]

Can you please do a make-up tutorial? You look absolutely gorgeous! :3

[@lisaraymond9571]

Can you make a little purple radish holding mango and a coffee Kat?

[@jesagirl4430]

Tammy! I loveeee your videos! Thankyou so much for uploading!❤ What is the song you use on your videos during the outro?

[@maribelromero8138]

Can you make bunnies? I had a bunny pet that passed last year I would love it if you introduced a bunny with floppy ears into your art😊

[@Hzyy_chinhhgai_la_toii]

OMGG!!! So U R half half-Vietnamese? I'm Vietnamese too lol

[@SiuliPal]

omg where did you get your clay box for storing all your clay supplies? ive been on the lookout for something like that for my painting supplies

[@datisalaee4693]

Hi Tammy. I'm a new subscriber to your KZbin channel and an artist myself preparing to start my own channel. I have seen 3 of your videos now and I have Loved All of them. You have inspired me to start an Instagram account as well so thank you ☺️👍

[@BarKeegan]

I think audacity, like you said, is the key. My audacity switch intermittently disconnects 😅

[@ambrood100]

So happy to have found your content. i wanted to know, is your desk from Ikea?

[@tammydinh]

it’s from flexispot actually!! i have it linked in my description :) the amazon storefront