Should I Pursue a Career in Art?

[@yharr3789]

Hearing Scott say he plays Overwatch sent me into the fourth dimension. The idea that the Reinhardt that just killed my entire team might be Scott is to much for my mind to handle

[@ssavaart]

Ha ha. If you see a Reinhardt with my name. Say hi. ☺️

[@gailasprey7787]

I just imagine Scott sweetly saying “gg!” Constantly in the game. 😂 (idk how this game works but I’m going off of my knowledge of these games which is like, you play a match and then you can talk in an intermission and the Play the next round)

[@ssavaart]

@@gailasprey7787 I DO!

[@Lemonimate]

​@@ssavaart i can imagine having my a*s beaten by reinhartd and then scott saying gg like nothing happened 😂

[@ssavaart]

@@Lemonimate I don't always win... but I always say GG. ♥

[@Debbie-369]

What a wonderful and in depth answer. Everybody I've seen on social media says that you should make a career out of it, which is dangerously oversimplified and misleading. It doesn't take into account that making art for a living has the added pressure of having to put food on the plate, which is tremendous. Ultimately, it is a personal choice about if you are willing to do lots of art, much of which aren't personal art and are willing to work through art blocks and frustrations and the ability to do art even when you don't feel like it. And there is no shame in the answer being no. For me it is. Art is my stress relief and if there is any pressure being added to it, it would lose its magic.

[@unicorntamer2207]

Same! The misconception of "Artists are so lucky. They just play all day." Is very misleading. A lot of being an artist, even musically, is giving the people what they want more so than creating what you, the artist, want.

[@unicorntamer2207]

I'm currently in school to get into physical therapy. I'm in my first semester. It's a good field. People need it. I'll learn all kinds of cool stuff about the human body. It will help me be financially stable. But I promised myself 1 fun class every semester. This semester, I'm taking a World Music Appreciation class. I love it! I'm learning so much about various cultures around their world and the different music they play. My favorite part is learning about instruments I've never heard of. It's so cool! Next semester, I'm planning on taking a cooking class because I can always improve on making yummier food. I like to draw, and I took a lot of art and music classes in high school. But I have no drive to do it professionally. Art and music enrich my life. But I get a lot of joy in helping others. I think Scott gets joy from showing us the ropes of art and helping us in our art journeys. It's amazing. Love this channel! ❤❤

[@alalessia]

the internet often gives oversimplified answers to this, so thank you for bringing people back down to earth. Btw I love art like you love gaming and nothing in the world will change that :D

[@ssavaart]

Absolutely My Pleasure ♥

[@BreadNotBed]

you referring to baking as art literally made my day. I'm a baker and i would love to be able to make extravagant stuff like you do but drawing just isnt my thing as much as i would love for it to be my thing. you considering baking as art made me realise it is art even if its not in pen and paper. love from Australia

[@ssavaart]

It is the most delicious art ♥

[@iloveshakespeare]

i always give people the same story when they can’t decide what to do: my dad graduated highschool went to the army came back and went to community college. All he wanted to do was be an actor so he did it. He moved to new york and went to school there and graduated with a bfa. Then he moved with my mom to LA to pursue more work. One day he decided he didn’t want to do acting anymore. It wasn’t his passion. He decided to go back to school for nursing. Got a bachelors of nursing and is still an RN to this day. People push this narrative in high school and college where you have to choose right now and you’re stuck with it for life. But that’s so untrue, you can have one job or 50. My dad always told me “You don’t choose a career, a career chooses you” and i stick by that

[@choppers9909]

Y'know, I spent a good hour having this stress inducing debate about this with myself and then came to the conclusion that I wasn't "obsessed with it the way you need to be to win it all" (quote from The Queen's Gambit) Then immediately after I find your video that explained it exactly the way I explained it to myself, which could have saved me so much time and mental fortitude.

[@hitomihutzell]

Scott, this is one of the best advice I ever heard, and I appreciate you.

[@NATSIRTZEPOL1]

Scott is always so helpful, I'm happy we have him as a guide!

[@justmedidi]

i'm honestly leaning into pursuing art as a career after i finish uni. i graduate this spring with a degree totally unrelated to art but i've been drawn to art (hey a pun!) since i was a kid. though it wasn't until a few years ago that i started to try to get serious and not until like last year that i was putting in consistent effort to improve and explore. there's not really much else that interests me, so art is kinda my main thing to really go for. but i've been a little hesitant the last few days, really thinking "can i really do it?" and with the semester going by so quickly i'm excited to be done finally (been in it for more than 4 years..) but that also means real world stuff is coming up. i'm kinda raring to go but i'm also nervous. but this video reminded me that art is still something that worth giving a shot. so, ready or not, i just gotta try my best at it and see how things go. thanks scott :)

[@ZornA.Mations]

I love animating, so I've just been stuck wondering if I should study that, or if I should try something I know I won't like as much, just for the stability of my future

[@MoonCheese007]

i mean, if u really like animating, go for it ! Don't do a thing u don't like for the entierty of ur life

[@Monkey.D.Stuffy]

Thanks Scott I was in this dilemma. Currently I am pursuing an engineering career and wanted to pursue art but that would just waste all the money, love and time my parents spent on me but seriously wanted to do a career in art and then your video just dropped. This video has helped me a lot and please keep posting your wonderful work

[@Ciaran_Connell]

I’m kinda stuck right now. My whole life, I’ve wanted to be a musician. My dad’s a musician, and it’s been my dream for as long as I can remember. But now that I’m in 11th grade, there’s all this pressure of “what do you want to do for a career?” And “where do you want to go to college?” And everyone (including my dad) is telling me I can’t be a musician because it’s not realistic. So idk what to do. I don’t even know what else I’d want to be. All I do know is that I have to figure it out fast, because I’m gonna have to start applying to colleges soon. I wish someone would’ve told me earlier to find something else to love, because music’s not gonna cut it. So idk. Thinking about college is scary. Like, I can’t figure out what I want to do for the rest of my life right now. I don’t even know what I’m doing tomorrow, never mind the rest of my life. My passion is music

[@GuestingGameplays]

Im late, but yeah this is just not possible to do right after unless we have this perimeter of how much we love stuff in comparison to others, its how we feel but most importantly *our intentioning towards the passion, because love is more than a feeling alone. Its energy, its the the very root of it.* We do feel pressured but whatever, this is the average cultural pursue but your life you do what you want with it, and in order to be a true passionate and fulfilled person in a daily basis you will disappoint closer ones, friends family or what not, because you have to. Its from your soul to the world, and when you increase in applied knowledge, that is wisdom, the 'world', as in the clients and people who you might show your work and etc will also repay you, so in this I would say dont worry and keep testing, but its a inner conviction that we are probably just going to get back to our art. If music is your art never stop making art, thats what I'd say even tho Im late to the party here, bc doesnt matter how many years would pass this is where you share and express, thats my take haha. God bless.

[@liria1032]

I think that's such a good advice all in all. I ended up picking art as work after i realised i simply couldn't think of myself being happy if i did anything but art, and i'm still a long way away from sucess, but i don't regret it, because it just, really makes me so so happy to do art all the time everyday. I hope that through perseverance & luck, things work out with me for art, but even then, i'm having fun painting & going out & learning & working on small indie projects, and that already means so so much to me.

[@koridoragon6394]

My plan is to become an art teacher. No constant pressure to prodhce art for myself, but being abpe to help the younger generations figure out their passions and help them realize their visions of what their art should be. Thanks for these videos Scott, they really contain a wisdom i one day hope to have myself.

[@Nini050301]

So kind, so wise 🙏🏻 Considering people‘s and your own perspective is great advice!

[@aRtsYwEeB1]

Did u know that this emoji was meant to be a high five and not what we use it 🙏

[@Rattersons]

I’m crying, I’ve always loved art and I constantly try to improve my anatomy, style, technique and even the dreaded “other eye”. But hearing you talk about a much more in depth perspective of an artistic career makes so much more sense, I definitely want to improve, but I want stability- and hearing I can have both? Score!

[@sarakatharina2928]

You and your advice are so special to me. Thank you for reminding us all about the joy and "for you" part of art. All the best

[@catdog-sl5jw]

Right now I want to become an anaplastologist. I knew I didn’t want to do art alone, it didn’t interest me enough and ai. I also have an interest in medical topics and I enjoy art. It’s basically a combination of science and art where you make realistic facial and body parts. Another pro is helping people get a part they lost because of cancer, car accidents, etc.

[@ame_vagabonde]

I had never thought of that job, despite looking many times into careers that would be right between art and science! I'm definitely gonna check that out, thanks!

[@catdog-sl5jw]

Yeah it’s a field expected to grow not much people are in. Glad you find it interesting.

[@satony4598]

Thank you very much Scott! I'm in that period of life when I need to make descisions that will effect my excistance, and hearing your support really helps. I like drawing very much. I was drawing since I was a kid, and I was in love with the art of others. Renoir, Vrubel, Murata, Kurosawa, they all affected my life in the way that I can't describe. But I don't think that art is the thing that I have the fire blazing for. But I know that I have that for sports. I may not be the biggest and/or strongest, but I was doing, and will do everything that I possibly can to become someone that I could be proud of. Thank you very much, Scott.

[@gwilikers343]

I’m currently a junior at an art school for illustration and was having some conflicting thoughts on whether this was even worth the money or debt. But like you said, I live and breathe art and literally do nothing else but draw. That’s all I do, I have a sketchbook attached to my hip. I can’t picture a time when drawing wasn’t my passion. Thanks for this video, it really shook me out of my doubts 😅

[@boreas-hiburnum8390]

I’ve been worried about picking a career in art, since I’ve had many other interests, and I’m not always super passionate about drawing, but god I love storytelling, film and tv. I love telling and making up stories, it’s been my life forever, I feel so much passion and community and purpose seeing behind the scenes work of movies and tv shows, I guess I’m just,,, scared of the passion running dry. But love isn’t always constant, it waxes and wanes, but it’s stayed like this for years :)

[@ursamajo.r]

I'm about to start studying to be an art teacher! I feel the job has a good balance of being involved with art in your career, while your art itself still is not the sole money maker. Thanks for your thoughts, Scott

[@Wooddchips]

Honestly I think it'd be pretty entertaining to watch you play You've got a nice voice and I think you'll be a pretty entertaining person

[@riotgamesbff3714]

i’m about to graduate college with my bfa in fine arts, minor in art history,, double major in media arts.. so- yeah i may be a little obsessed with art. As i encroach graduation day i’ve been going mad wondering if and what my career will be, weather i should have art as a side passion or if i can make it my main career- and i really needed this. I always appreciate your encouragement and advice, so,, from a baby artist to a master, thank you!! :,)

[@HeroicLeigh]

I went to school for art, for a single semester. What it taught me was that for me, art is purely a hobby and making it a 'job' kills it. On the other hand, I'm a writer. I love writing. Put me in a job to write and I'm just as happy as writing for myself.

[@rinforzando4497]

When I was in school, from a tiny child through high school, art is what I wanted my job to be. I wanted to make things for people, and do things like concept art for games. Having an unsupportive parent happened to kill that dream, and this video provides a perspective I need now in my adult years. Make art for today's me first, not for the artist job dream of kid me. Not yet anyway.

[@nyxzieeee]

This, this so much. I used to resent my parents so much for this same advice, but as a medical resident now who can switch off my brain and just ENJOY art during my rare downtime (and don't get me wrong, healthcare was a late love that I would not trade the world for) I'm glad to have art as an escape

[@Jasperience]

I went to regular college (Bsc in Sciences) and have a regular job. While it's OK, I'm definitely thinking about art and writing while I'm at my job. Just spent 3 hours on a piece. I can't even keep my focus up for half an hour during my job.

[@Little_shop_by_the_sea]

I’ve been finding it hard to focus on art recently.I really want to do well in my exams but art is my passion.I really hate not being able to practice and get better as an artist but I just feel like I’m failing when I don’t study 😔

[@Kriskocomics]

I've tried several other paths, but my mind, like yours, is consumed by art. Specifically comics. I have such a strong need to tell stories, but writing just doesn't cut it. When I read/listen to books, I'm picturing it all in comic format. I'm constantly studying how artists I love lay out their panels, how they make sound effects, etc. I DREAM about my comics. And now that I'm a disabled veteran, I've got nothing else going for me lol so I am pursuing comics with all I've got!

[@hallows7568]

Don't have much to say for this one other than the fact it's nice to hear your take on it. As someone at that crossroads, that idea of if this activity motivates me to be better is a smart way to think of it. Thank you for another perspective

[@s0ckeaterr]

scott, you’re genuinely such an inspiration. i love your work and as a young artist, you inspire me to be better. thank you, genuinely. i’ve been asking myself this question recently and this video helps a lot

[@iwits757]

I remember I took this beginner Art class in college. I’ve always loved drawing. Drew until my hand hurt lol. I loved that class so much and my professor tried to change my mind and switch majors. But my parents and many people say “art” doesn’t pay the bills. Back then, there was very little to no internet. I also remember buying art supplies and they were super expensive. Now that I’m grown and 25 years later, I often wondered how my life would have gone had I pursued art. Now that I’m making my own money, I’ve decided to just spontaneously buy watercolor supplies. I just said eff it lol

[@eveyrothwell9013]

This really has me conflicted now, i feel like the older i get the more art becomes that for me. However, i feel like i don't have a plan B like you, I'm book smart and get straight A's but being autistic makes me feel like i can never do any of those things as a career I'll be happy in. I really hope I can make a living with my art and still find it enjoyable

[@Cat..Person]

I love this solution. I have had a love and talent for art all my life but would never do it as a job bc from the beginning I was afraid that having the pressure of creating to survive would take away my passion. I love art and it makes me happy even tho it is frustrating sometimes, it makes me forget about time until I look up and realise I’m sitting in a position I didn’t think was possible, my back hurts like crazy, I can no longer move or feel my body and I haven’t had water in hours. But still I would not want to depend on that financially. Art blocks happen, I don’t like having to carry out prompts which many artists need to do and even tho I’m just 19, I don’t know how long my body will let me do art at the scale I do now as my chronic pain and joint problems make me feel like I’m older than Scott (not that 55 is old but in relation to being 19 it is). I really hope I can do art for my whole life tho, I can’t imagine life without art

[@plumadeprimavera]

Thank you! This video helped me confirm that I don’t want to make a career out of it^^ art school is already killing my passion… if it was my job that would be the death blow😅 after school I‘ll try to find a job that I can tolerate and gain my love for making art back✨

[@Ant-jy7ee]

Uhm WOW? I needed this video 😭 I’m a senior in high school who LOVES art and I gotta figure out what to do with my life in literally 3 months, it is so crazy this video exists at this very moment, and it helped me!!! Thank you!!🙏

[@CrazyStudiosPlush]

Loving the new videos Scott, advice is something we all need with art, sometimes we overthink, but people like you simplify it so we made the right choice.

[@selenep1193]

Words of wisdom, Scott!

[@OrangeJuiceBooks]

No hoke I’m actually crying because I’ve wanted to be a rockstar my whole life and I’m still working to accomplish that but I almost gave up because the amount of people that say I can’t sing and I’m horrible at it and the end of your video is what made me realize that who cares what they think THANK YOU no joke you are the KZbinr I come to when I’m sad happy angry or anything you always make my day better

[@ssavaart]

I believe in you, my friend. ♥

[@OrangeJuiceBooks]

@Fennec_On_Paws331 hi!

[@coltermking]

That controller case you made is awesome!

[@ssavaart]

Thank You ☺️

[@axiscrevite]

I've tried making both drawing and gaming videos (still am). I love them both but I don't know which of them I'll be able to build a career on. Maybe I'll even find a third alternative. Only time will tell ⏳.

[@hotcocoandart]

I once heard some advice that you shouldn't go into a career in art unless you cannot picture yourself doing anything else. And I really, really can't picture myself doing anything else and still being happy for the rest of my life.

[@ramune_u]

i think of art and gaming the same way: it's something I like doing, even if im not the best. and i dont need to be the best. i just want to do what i enjoy. so, honestly, if you enjoy it enough, you could probably make a career out of it. although, i find that with art and gaming alike, it's hard to get money out of it.

[@artubevibes12]

this video really meant a lot, i always think if i should take my art seriously or as just a hobby...

[@finnj.harrison6139]

I’ve been really enjoying the slightly longer form content and more in depth advice!

[@oniro2620]

A few years ago i had some commissions from friends who wanted pencil-portraits. Just started because they watched me drawing in school (from Vocational training. I was around 20). I chose Lunch invitations instead of money. So we spent even more time together and I had some pretty good Pizzas! This offer was of cause just for these good friends, but I ever wondered, if I should try to make money out of my art. I ever felt it wouldn't be save enough. To this day It never became a career, but my family appreciates my skills in dally life. Almost every broken piece finds its way to me to get fixed. Just today I got two very old small pictures, my grandmother in law bought decades ago with her (long dead) husband. Just some souvenirs from a vacation. The colors are broken in some parts and one fell on the flor and is going to break in two pieces. I will save these memories for her. ❤ I feel appreciated in my art. Even if I do a technical job for living.

[@LaughingAndy]

I was once at a convention many years ago and someone asked the person on stage for some advice on starting an acting career. His words to them have always stuck with me. He said that the only time you should become an actor is when you can’t not be an actor. I get the feeling that being an artist is kind of like that. It’s a deeply romanticised vision of what you could do. But it stops being something you do for the sheer pleasure of it and it becomes a job. Your not necessarily making something you want to anymore. It’s now something you have to do, it’s what your client wants. Unless you have the safety net underneath you you’re going to be making commissions for people. Would I love to stop working and pursue art and my many other hobbies full time? Yeah absolutely, but I also like having food on the table and a roof over my head. I can not be an artist. But if you can’t not be one, grab that thing by it’s short and curlys and go for it.

[@IAmTheGreatPotato]

i really did need this video, i’ve been thinking about a career in art, and i really want to have that. this gave me something to think about, thank you scott :)

[@snowxprincess]

Professional senior designer weighing in, about 14 years in industry. Being creative for a living is tough. You gotta have such discipline to be able to pull ideas out of your brain, day in, day out, and mostly for things you aren't really interested in. A lot of days, I'll get home, and just struggle to make me draw for myself, but then feel all antsy if I haven't had that outlet. I'm not saying don't pursue a creative field, I'm just saying somedays it's tough to keep the creativity up, and have some left for yourself. I routinely try to go explore new places, street art, art galleries, listen to new (not my usual genre) music, read all sorts of stuff, and just stay curious and seek inspiration to keep my creative bank topped up. Also remember, you DON'T have to make your hobbies your career, nor your side hustle.

[@AsteriusArt5]

Hehe! This video is already too late. I’m trying perusing an art career rn (which means going to higher education for it). Even with doing art a lot, I still enjoy it. Even in a stressful situation. Just watched the video. I agree. I love gaming but I don’t… love gaming. Unlike art where my mind is completely filled with just art! I find enjoyment! Art is not just a hobby for me anymore. It’s apart of my everyday life! From comics to going to school and learning what it takes. Also, you have to accept that… you might not make it. Art career comes with joys and cons. Always weight them out before deciding! Art can be just for you or the world! I too didn’t have anything else I enjoyed or was good at, unlike art! Oh and I love the art you do! Thanks for sharing your art Scott!

[@neptune_xXx]

I’ve always wanted to be a teacher, and, just last week, when I mentioned that to my mom, she said I should be an art teacher. I loved that idea, and, when I do end up getting a job, I probably will pursue that role. My art teacher also once said I was coming for her job and I can’t back down from a challenge, now can I 😂

[@Corvuspacificus]

I was discouraged from doing art as a living. If that's what you want to do, do it.

[@chanterelle483]

I love this perspective. Thank you.

[@Jamies_Little_World]

Your words are always so heartwarming, kind and pure - not to mention the great art you create while talking. Your clips really make my days! ❤

[@MisatoBestWoman]

I’d never make art a career but I plan to do more creative things, admittedly it’s been a struggle to find the motivation but I plan to

[@verymoose]

Great artwork and great advice! This really helped me, thank you! 💕

[@milo_4721]

I’ve been mulling over this for a while now, thank you scott for making it a little bit easier. LONG FORM SCOTT VIDEO LETS GOOOO 🎉🎉🎉

[@KimiPetri]

It consumes MY thoughts!!

[@GoodTimesWithB]

I usually don’t comment on a video so late, but, I want to say thank you I always had a passion for art. A few days ago, my mother sent me this video. I watched it, told her I didn’t think I should even try. But after watching this, there was a domino effect. I told my mother that I will try to find someone who needs an illustrator when I feel like it. After I told her that, I felt more confident about it. All thanks to this video. Thank you Mr. Scott ❤(Everyone is calling you Scott, so I do apologize if you don’t prefer)

[@ssavaart]

Absolutely My Pleasure ♥

[@sandylopez8048]

Right before reading this I sent video to my son. He thinks his art is not good enough to do anything with and it drives me crazy. He can draw almost anything and is so creative. Maybe hearing this from you, Scott, will give him a gentle nudge and let him see his art like the rest of us do. He is also a gamer, and this is perfect. Thank you so much, both of you ❤

[@GoodTimesWithB]

@@sandylopez8048 Well, I hope your son sees how amazing his art is 😊

[@HayleyAnimates]

Beautiful. I personally love the long form content, and your art inspired me so much. Have a happy day.. :)

[@wholesome2399]

I think that's really helpful Scott, thank you:)

[@fero_art]

This just made me realized that what I am pursuing right now (engineering) isn't something I should, I am not obsessed with it, studying physics and maths feels like a chore, and overall, it feels like a burden I don't feel the same way with art, but I don't feel way too connected with it as well, I still don't understand if I picked a right choice or not, I guess I will take a more safer route until I finally decided where the hell am I supposed to be

[@Troygdesign]

You have such a level headed and wholesome approach , I really appreciate it . Cheers

[@ssavaart]

Thank you so much! ♥

[@Oakleaf012]

I tried to get into writing professionally, and it nearly destroyed my ability to write. I wanted to make it my career and my life and share my books with the world. But I realized I’m happiest when I write just for myself, because I love it, because I think about it all the time. That *is* my life. My job just happens to be something else. Thank you, Scott, for sharing your perspective ❤

[@mocharaine934]

Loved this video! And the way you explained it made so much sense and makes me believe I’m on the right path with my art and that all the time, effort and work I put in everyday to hopefully open my own little shop to sell my art is all worth it. So thank you for this video Scott! Thank you for always inspiring and encouraging us as artists in this space you have created for lovers of art, all artist around the world. ❤

[@witcrack]

Having no plan B is so relatable for me as a bad kid, back in school days. I always know I'm not alone, thank you for reassuring that. Time to git good-er ✌️

[@SKETCH_RUSH]

It was me in the live .I've always had that question in my mind whether or not to pursue it as a career. Thank you for your advice,you are a big inspiration ✨️

[@ssavaart]

Thank you for the wonderful question

[@SKETCH_RUSH]

Thank you for the wonderful answer 🙏

[@Unknown_Author114]

I love art and I want to become an animator! So this was very inspirational thank you Scott!

[@Drizzle-]

I agree. I love watching these longer videos

[@Chris-ux6ku]

Thank you for your perspective, sir. 🎨

[@arnolddumm]

You also can do art to earn money in between. Like to earn money to afford your art materials. It's not all about getting rich.

[@isramubashar1227]

Loving these longer videos, Mr. Sava, please keep making them when you can

[@tedtradermin7017]

Wow thank you Scott ❤ you just gave me purpose.

[@The_Untitled_Py]

This is just amazing advice, advice that you can apply to other careers too, and I’m one of those people who are at those points of their lives where I have to decide and I just want to say Your advice is everything I needed ❤😊

[@The_Untitled_Py]

And I think my handle says enough about what I want to pursue 😅

[@fanmale97]

Thank you Scott, this is some wonderful, valuable insight

[@kururhai4531]

Love you Scott

[@Christina-yn7ew]

Very helpful to hear your thoughtful perspective on this!

[@zerojackson2701]

Wonderfully said and beautiful at as always! Thank you for making my sick day better with your wisdom! ❤

[@liizs2863]

Thank you Scott. When watching your videos I always feel like you're talking directly to me, and I like that.

[@alex-726]

I love doing art, but I feel like doing it as a job would just kill the fun of it for me. That’s why I decided to keep it as a hobby and instead pursue aviation, since it’s something I also really love

[@Bandgeek28]

This is great! I do necessarily want to do art as my job. I plan on becoming a band director because I love music, and between drill design(shapes made by a marching band) and musical expression I will get to show off my talents and love of art!

[@tessarudolph2536]

Thanks so much for this!! My DREAM JOB would be to be an illustrator for picture books or graphic novels. I’m obsessed with art and with writing and I hope one day I get to write and illustrate my own books. I’m still in high school but my parents and teachers are helping me find the most practical ways to pursue the things I love while still being on track to actually make money… because I kinda need money. I don’t know what’s going to happen in the future but I’m just hoping that I can make this happen because I can’t imagine what else I’d do. There’s nothing else I’m as passionate about as I am with art and writing. 😁

[@jollyjackalope97]

I’m 26, and I still don’t know what I want to be doing as a career. I’ve always loved art, and creative writing, but over time, I’m realising that perhaps I’d prefer them to remain constant passions rather than a chore that I need to fulfil to get any earnings. Art is a wonderful thing, and I want to treat it as so, not as something that is just for money and is anxiety-inducing ( in fact art is, for me, very much the opposite).

[@Pandrew28]

thank you for your wisdom good sir!

[@kerendn]

Good advice. Well put.

[@tomczak1102]

Thank you for this tip, it's very helpful, just like everything you say You're the most inspiring person on this platform and I can't thank you enough for the content you make!

[@MiscellaneousOpal]

I was debating this for months now, but this video helped me to finally decide to keep art as a hobby for now! Also, I loved that message at the end, it's very encouraging! ☺️

[@autumnrain1892]

Thank you, Scott!❤

[@luvlyrach7947]

thank you for this video scott!

[@nwcustomdecals]

I did art in a professional field, 3D environment artist in film and tv. After a few years of getting beat to death, i realized that I hated the industry, but loved what i did. I stepped away from the professional world and truly struggled to figure out who i was as a result. Years later, i took my hobby back for myself and couldn't be happier.

[@love__JOY__peaches]

Thank you again for the words of wisdom 😊

[@bittybuggy]

the live was wonderful, and your video was inspirational as always, thank you for everything you do!!

[@BradyHege]

I’m a senior in high school doing college applications right now and this video is a GODSEND. I’ve decided to pursue art as a career. Thanks so much, Scott. ❤ PS: My gothic vampire print came in the mail yesterday and I love it!! It’s on my wall :)

[@istarlighti2710]

I'm pursuing art in a different way. I'm studying to be a graphic design and although i like it enough to be a career, it's not my true passion. I like to make art for me and for others and that's partially why I chose graphic design. In my head there's a process like art and you can have a little creative freedom depending on the projects/clients. So although it's not exactly art, I like to think of it as another medium of art. And then I'm left with other mediums of art to explore and create for me while I leave photoshop and illustrator for graphic design. Graphic design may have it's ups and downs but I think it's the best combination of passion and stability for me personally compared to other careers.

[@birudagreat1427]

You made me think about my past since I loved computer gaming and art and I would always pursue art actively trying to improve myself. I been doing art since kindergarten but from kindergarten and my elementary school years it was mostly doing art on and off and I would game so much it became a addiction. Starting my middle school years I wanted to take art more seriously since it was the only thing I loved, had a passion for, had an interest for and I saw myself becoming a peofessional artist career but at the same time my parent refused to let me become a professional artist as a career and computer gaming had become a crippling addiction and it lasted until my college years. At the very beginning of 2023 I started computer gaming less; gamed on and off slowly wanting to quit for career sake. It was the very beginning of 2024 I had quit computer gaming completely for the sake of my art career and the only gaming I do is on my phone. I do still check up on computer games but only for inspiration and ideas and just watch on youtube.

[@gnoot50]

honestly, im still not too sure about it even after watching your video scott. but i think at least for now, id like to just keep art as my hobby, and slowly progress and grow as an artist

[@zakkajayadisastra4418]

Thanks for the video scott! I was (and still) thinking about this and I think this is the best advice I've ever heard. Maybe art and gaming is just a passion for me and it is ok! 😊

[@BidiGov]

love that you're trying long videos, keep going!❤