Getting Things Done Before The New Year ✨· Week In The Life · Artist Vlog

[@ChantelleArts]

It's sooooo cute that she's just sat there watching you!! hope you all have a lovely christmas 🥰

[@minniesmall]

Thank you! You too!

[@creationslandscapedesigns]

I am glad that you are back more regularly on KZbin.

[@minniesmall]

☺️☺️ glad to be back

[@EmmaCarpenterIllustration]

Affinity Photo is similar to Photoshop. I’ve also got an old version of Photoshop CS5 before they started doing subscriptions.

[@taramcclung2997]

Yes!! I just added a comment about this. Affinity Photo is wonderful.

[@ClementineCreative]

Another vote for Affinity Photo! And it’s a once-off fee, no subscription!

[@saaravanrijzeghem7820]

I also stopped using adobe software and use all the packages Affinity offers, i can do everything i did before with adobe.

[@3polygons]

Great comment! I absolutely subscribe this! (see what I did there? ;) ). Really, since my time (not retired, yet!) as a graphic work employee ended, as a full time freelancer, I have researched a lot about non-subscription based software. And there are jewels out there! It needs a slight change of workflow, but in most stuff the philosophy of work is the same in Affinity than in PS. I have A. Photo, Designer and Publisher. (image editing, vector based graphic design, and publishing (books, magazines) activities, respectively). Totally looove them. But while we are in this subject, there are also other alternatives (IMO not as ideal for many users, but I like them a lot) like PhotoLine (windows and mac), Pixelmator (mac) and for the more patient nerds (still, powerful software), Gimp, but if going for it, wait until 3.0 is fully released (they have released a 3.0 RC1 version, which is not yet the final release). I wouldn't use the 2.x. For digitally painting and with "some" (way less image editing features than the ones of the above paragraph) image editing, you have the wonderful and free Krita (which supports CMYK, great for printing in certain cases) and my favorite, Clip Studio (pro or ex). But as solid round solution, with which you can also digitally paint quite well (great brushes), great for image editing, easy to use, great in exporting PDF for print and many other formats, fast UI, capable of anything to create or edit an image, etc... yep, definitely Affinity Photo, it's the winner, here. Yet though, I'm quite passionate about all the others mentioned here , I use them all (and many more). BTW, for mimicking traditional media painting (watercolor, oils, acrylic, pencils, pastels, etc), and I mean, not applying an artistic filter over a photo, but actually PAINTING, I think it is difficult to find anything better than Rebelle from Escape Motions. It's also very pleasant to use. But this software is laser focused on painting, of course.

[@minniesmall]

Okay, I'm sold! will defo be taking a good look at Affinity. thank you all!

[@citrine376]

Minnie!! I’m so glad your video came up on my home page because I used to adore watching you create your magic, you were my go-to for calming and cozy videos at a time where everything felt out of my control 💖 I’m cursing KZbin right now because it made me realize it’s been YEARS since I’ve caught a video of yours, ever since they royally screwed up their algorithm to show every video BUT the ones from creators we’re actually subscribed to :( I’m glad of this reminder though, you’re a total internet stranger but I’m so proud of you seeing what you’ve achieved so far (you’re nearing half a mil subscribers, you published a book, you and Ozzy have a child?!!). I’ll be turning on post notifications, seems like I have a lot of cozy catching up to do 🧡

[@rushellrousseau9197]

Christmas time and re-upholstering furniture go hand in hand in my Caribbean girl brain. Also, I just got my first full time, permanent job and one of the things that I was extremely happy about, was that I'd finally be able to purchase art from you! I've been looking at you since 2017!!

[@minniesmall]

Ha no way! Maybe that's the Jamaican in me😅 oh and thank you so much for your order, thats so exciting ☺️☺️

[@CharlotteKanStudio]

Instead of premiere pro I switched to the free version of davinci resolve which is amazing for editing! Definitely a bit of a learning curve, but SO worth it. Affinity is great instead of photoshop, didn’t watch a tutorial and was able to get started. Still need to watch a proper tutorial in to really understand it though.

[@myprettysunshine]

Hi Minnie!! I just simply love every single video you put up! They are cozy but at the same time very realistic and that is so refreshing!! I am using an alternative to Photoshop that is serving me very well and it is soooo much cheaper: Affinity Photo! The interface is very similar to Photoshop so I think you too will adapt well to this! 😃 Hope I could help 😊 I hope you and your family have a great new year!! 🥰

[@ElBeeEss]

Merrry Christmas, Minnie! Your place is looking lovely and cosy and festive; have a lovely peaceful time. I second what others are saying about Affinity. I got their whole creative suite: Photo, Designer and Publisher, alongside DaVinci Resolve for editing videos. Adobe situation is just daylight robbery. Here's to a more cost-effective creative new year for us all! xxx

[@KateColors]

Yes, take time to rest and rejuvenate. They had me work extra hours around Thanksgiving because two managers quit. I have to be mindful of my energy because I have long-term Covid. The day before I was to get my booster I came down with a massive sinus infection. I stayed out of work two days but it should have been three. I've continued working those extra hours but when I get home, right into bed I go, sleeping at least 12 hours. Fingers crossed, I'll stay well enough to finally get my booster Friday. With your having a young one, I'm glad you're mindful of needing those naps. Merry Christmas to you and yours. ❤

[@thelmablake7045]

Merry Christmas to you Minnie and your little family. I always enjoy watching your videos and I wish you the very best with your business. Blessings to you 🎄🙏💕

[@minniesmall]

Merry Christmas to you and yours 🥰

[@malwinababiuch3229]

Merry Christmas and Happy new Year as well ❤

[@Tay20]

My heart is full ♥️ bless you and your family have a wonderful Christmas ♥️

[@entheorism]

I have a similar stroller baby stairs challenge and the best I've come up with is baby wearing her on the way down. It's still a pain though 😢 Happy holidays! 🎄

[@FrankieChumber]

Oh, my days. I worked in sainsburys for 6 and a half years, and the xmas playlist had me crying by the third day in 😂😂 but it always felt eerily quiet once the music went off again! Anyways, happy christmas ❤

[@jeanthomas7523]

Merry Christmas to you and your family, Minnie!

[@Basiieee_Artist]

Merry Christmas and may it get good all the time. 🐻❤✨🎄 🎁 I love this vlog, something about how you take us into your day and how you update your work it gets juicy and fun to watch with lovely soothing music of jazzy vibes. I even wanna grab food to watch you. By the way, being a mother makes you even more as always beautiful woman! 👠😊🎉

[@minniesmall]

I'm so happy you enjoyed it ☺️ and Merry Christmas 🎄 to you too 🥰

[@Basiieee_Artist]

@minniesmall 🤯❤️

[@lauralarosa.]

Hey lovely, Adobe are renowned for jacking up their rates and you can usually talk to them on the online chat and negotiate a lower rate.

[@nichadaye1007]

Yes Adobe is getting expensive. I went back to college and I need Adobe. I hope you have a great Christmas and Happy New Year.

[@stephanielee370]

Merry Christmas!

[@AndraMarieArt]

I use Affinity Photo instead of photoshop. But I haven't used Adobe in years so I couldn't tell you if it's all that similar.

[@minniesmall]

this seems to be the most recommended so far, I'll definitely be taking a look. thank you 😊

[@YourTrueShelf]

Merry Christmas Minnie and enjoy your first one as a mummy! The chair fabric is gorgeous. Wishing you a peaceful and brilliant holiday season and 2025 🎊

[@minniesmall]

Thank you so much! Same to you and yours 🥰

[@kitanna1133]

Happy Christmas hope you have a blessed time with all your loved ones and A Happy new Year❤🎉❤

[@Moonlight-co4hs]

Merry Christmas to you and your family Minnie 💜🎄

[@bethaniepetitpas5699]

Happy Holidays

[@EmmaCarpenterIllustration]

Merry Christmas Minnie ☺️🎄 aww mini microphone 🎤

[@minniesmall]

hehe thank you! merry Christmas Emma ⛄⛄

[@gemsxgabby2534]

Hi Minnie! Your place looks so gorgeous for the holidays! I love that fabric. This is random but can you do a how to video on re-upholstering chairs? I've always want to do that! Thanks for the great video and happy holidays!

[@sherbearpatson884]

Have a great Christmas 🎄 🥰🥰

[@shellylovesart]

I just got the affinity suite on sale ($80) its supposed to be a good alt to photoshop and has comparable features.

[@taramcclung2997]

Not sure if anyone already mentioned it but AFFINITY PHOTO!!! No subscription and I barely notice a difference between it and Photoshop. I dumped Photoshop the minute they switched to the subscription model.

[@antipeggi]

Have you ever considered an accounting software like Quickbooks? It imports your bank transactions and you can create whatever categories you like, even create rules to auto-categorise repeat charges like subscriptions. I also love that it predicts what you will owe in taxes in real-time. Just saves a lot of manual entry 😁

[@nettynet101]

Happy holidays to you and your family ! 😊

[@minniesmall]

Thanks! Same to you!

[@EileenR11]

Happy Christmas to you and your family. ❤🎉😊

[@minniesmall]

Same to you and yours! 🥰

[@RatClowns]

Ooh that fabric is funky, i like it

[@bobbyc6006]

Season greetings 🎉 Happy and Healthy 2025

[@UniqueTrash]

Hey Minnie - happy holidays, and hope you and your family enjoy the festivities! Was wondering if you have a recommendation for a desktop setup, as in PC vs Mac? What’s your set up? :-)

[@Tiffan13]

If you have watched Downton Abbey in one of the seasons, the countess dowger said "what is a weekend?" That line and to this day gives me a good smile. I know this is comment might not have anything to do with your video

[@minniesmall]

ha! I've never seen it but I feel that 😅

[@Tiffan13]

@minniesmall 😆

[@zanadoo1979]

Affinity instead of photoshop. Or maybe Photopea?

[@minniesmall]

oh thank you! I'll check them both out

[@tiffcreates]

When I had stairs. I would put my baby in a carrier/wear baby and carry the buggy down.

[@gianninamoreau2920]

My hack is keeping his stroller in the trunk of my car. That’s how I avoid walking down the stairs with both a baby and a bulky stroller

[@뤂덕TV]

아기 키우면서 일하는게 대단해요~

[@mahsa-g5z]

maybe you like to hear that , I just asked chat gpt to give me some choice a youtube channel that is calm and talk about life, and you were the first choice of the answer.

[@shaynej]

oh my goodness, are you manually typing all your banking activity? if you are, there should be a download on your bank interface to just download all transactions into an excel file and then you can sort your activity. If you want to know more please reach out and ask, as an accountant, I know a few time savers with this stuff.

[@Amelia-ux4sc]

Photopea is a lot like Photoshop 😊

[@minniesmall]

thanks for the recommendation, I'll check it out!

[@miraxterrik]

I hope you know how lucky you are she plays independently and not clinging to you 24/7 😂 my nephews start to do that now, and they are past 3...

[@user-fc2xk3uv8y]

not really a hack, but yknow your baby being in a safe place alone for a few minutes is no big deal. if you need to get more done and need to place her somewhere to play independently even if she is just on the floor next to you, or in her crib its perfectly fine. she'll be ok even if she cries for a minute or two. creating a "yes" space where you dont have to watch her so closely will help a ton if thats something you are able to do too. its not really about a hack its moreso adapting the space to accommodate your baby.

[@WithLoveFeli]

In the Netherlands babies have something called a "box", which is basically just a baby safe spot they can't get out of. But it's not in the bedroom, it's in the living room! Idk if there are similar things where you are

[@user-fc2xk3uv8y]

​@@WithLoveFeli yes something like this. we have playpens and stuff like that here. im american born and raised. i like the idea of baby proofing the entire home though, even though its not viable for most people (at least here in america!) in my opinion your child should be able to freely move and explore their home fully at every age, without being told no or stopped all the time, hence the idea of a "yes" space. kids should feel safe at home even as babies. of course with supervision, but yknow giving kids that confidence is important to me so i always suggest creating some kind of yes space

[@ikonora]

I pay $9.99 for the license that allows me to use Lightroom and Photoshop. It's not that bad.

[@minniesmall]

Mine is more than double that for some reason!

[@ikonora]

@@minniesmall That's strange! Maybe it's another type of license?

[@desinichelle]

I chose the lightroom bundle as well because it includes photoshop but is cheaper for some reason