★ Starting a Small Art Business w/ No Audience ★ | Artist Vlog 001

[@emmamajoros7939]

Can't wait to say "I've been here from the beginning"

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@emmamajoros7939 that’s so sweet thank you 😭

[@EyNickSee]

Me too! This video is also encouraging to see, I've been wanting to start some kind of art business since forever!

[@cielaart5465]

Sameee!

[@mimoa769]

Congratulations! As someone who started a small business before don’t get discouraged audience will build over time! Stay consistent! You got this

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@mimoa769 thank you so much

[@mustafaaboryde185]

@@bruisedkneecaps😅😅l

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[@ChaosSparkles]

You're one of the few people I've seen on KZbin talk about starting on Etsy, I want to do that too. It seems like a great starting point.

[@Rachel-uu8cu]

Wow this was your first video and you've already gained so much traction! Congrats

[@laksapedia]

I've been thinking of starting my own art youtube channel for the past 6 months too but I never got around to it. Seeing a new channel like yours pop up on my timeline reminded me that I should go ahead and start. Good luck with your art business!

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@laksapedia i think the hardest part is just starting! wishing you the best of luck w ur art channel :)

[@steffisjourney]

So excited to see your journey and congrats on starting your store! You're totally right about Etsy being a good place to start because there's an existing audience already! The only major con is that they take quite a lot in fees 😥💛

[@TideandTailwind]

Started my small business two weeks ago and these videos definitely inspire me!

[@choxuto2989]

congrats on starting your small business! I totally hear you on marketing being the hardest part you have to drag yourself through but I wish you all the best! Like you said, even starting a youtube channel is a huge step (and achievement)! You were great at speaking and explaining so hope you gained confidence :)

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@choxuto2989 thank you! i really appreciate your support 🫶

[@h0zi3r]

Congrats!! Its so refreshing to see other artists who are just starting out, it makes me feel less alone as another artist who wants to start an art business

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@h0zi3r i know right, it can be so overwhelming seeing other artists pack like these huge orders and be so successful when you’re just starting out, so it’s always a nice reminder that there’s little guys like us just getting started :) also i love hozier! i went to his concert two nights ago :D

[@katecaptures]

Hi! I watched this video 3 weeks ago and I still remember you as it's a really cool first vlog. So I'm waiting for the second one, don't doubt in case you do and upload the next one, we are ready to watch :)

[@antionettemolina2207]

I love that it’s your first vid and you sound pretty confident while speaking. Congrats on the views and potential success 💜 thank you for inspiring and motivating

[@everydayskinco]

Congrats! I literally just made a video about how you don't need a huge audience to grow your business and get sales! Your community will find you, post and they will come 💕

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@everydayskinco thank you so much for the encouragement :) that’s so comforting to hear xx

[@LAFFYTAZZ8]

I just opened my Shopify store last week and I feel sooo lost but I love the community of learning an just hearing what others are doing, an how there doin it ❤

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@LAFFYTAZZ8 it’s so scary doing all this! but we’re all here to learn and figure it out, wishing you the best w ur shop 🫶

[@sarahsequera8437]

Wish you the best!!

[@TheCosmicGranola]

If you look at the lens instead of to the side, you will connect better with your audience. Love to be here at the start of your journey. Wishing you an amazing journey and can't wait to see your 100k sub video celebration! woot!

[@saturnswar]

So excited for you!! I've started selling my work but haven't gotten a good grip on posting/getting the audience on socials. The algorithm always has its ups and downs and I'm trying to figure it out all over again :,)

[@Shwacero]

Good luck! I have that struggle of starting. So this is motivating. Thank you

[@Diana-zu9fu]

i hope all goes well in your journey im starting someday and im just so happy to try and hopefully get there

[@jojokassyillustrations]

Wishing you success and joy on the path ahead ❤

[@RusPitman]

If you make long form videos, a good way to produce a bunch of short form is to then take the most interesting or informative clips and turn them into shorts and reels. Just grab the audio and add some snappy visuals of you producing your art and you’re good to go 👍

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@RusPitman thank you for the advice!

[@darlingxpress]

I am so glad KZbin brought me to you! I have the same ambition as you and I can’t believe how much I’ve related to this video! I hope the best for you and I can’t wait to follow you on this journey as I do the same! I look forward to your shop 💞💞💞

[@MissTsoisauce]

I think selling fanart is a great idea. I love seeing artists, who I already enjoy their style, make fanart. I also just recently decided to open an art small business. Good luck!

[@NuriaSaladrigasLarroy]

I don't recommend selling fan art because the copyright (you can be sued). If you want to do that check first with the company if they allow with a license to do that. If you try to open a shop on Etsy selling these type of products they will close your shop and block you to open any other shop to sell anything else.

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@MissTsoisauce best of luck with your own small business! xx

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@NuriaSaladrigasLarroy That’s exactly right! which is why I’d like to lean towards selling my original stuff. I’m only interested in making fanart for media where the creators have explicitly said they don’t mind fanart being sold. I’m staying far away from people like Disney haha

[@RusPitman]

Fair point but from what I’ve seen unless you’re making big bucks or your work could be confused for an offical product, no one cares. Just don’t base your whole business around a particular fandom and you should be fine. My 2 cents anyway 😊

[@swooningstudio]

Omgsh so I've been on Etsy for a few months now and I just started filming horizontal vlogs. Seems like most folks are telling me that I should focus on vertical vlogs for short reels on IG and TikTok.. And it's honestly so daunting to have to vlog both orientations as someone who just wants to live their day "normally." But like you said, we have to market our work, so here we are! ANYWAYS, i'm glad I saw your channel! It's refreshing to see a new channel pop up so I feel like we can embark on this new journey together :)

[@nighttime.crafting]

I admire everyone that is able to take that risk of starting a new business/new carrer path. Feels very scary to me. I hope you find a lot of joy in your new job!! Good luck with everything you do!!❤

[@franciscacorreia6024]

😊 Congratulations on starting your youtube and art business! Excited to see more of your art and story 🎉

[@bruisedkneecaps]

Thank you so much! Hope you’ll stick along for the ride :) xx

[@kaicastle.]

More power to your journey!

[@davontekh]

Congratulations and good luck in your art journey.

[@Alexaphantom]

Exciting !!! Can't wait to see more of your journey

[@Kvastor12]

Struggling artist here as well! I wish you good luck in your venture and your video also inspired me. More power!

[@SanaiyaRodriguez]

I’m working on starting my crochet business!! Glad I could join you on your journey!

[@bruisedkneecaps]

Aaahh best of luck with your crochet business!! please keep me updated, would love to see ur own journey :)

[@6Bpixel]

Wishing you an amazing journey! 🩵

[@thaiwildflower]

Congratulations! I always get really happy whenever i see artists being able to monetize their arts. I'm very excited to get to know your art!

[@hellotinashe]

You’re gonna do amazing!

[@lera217]

ah you're so beautiful also good luck!! you're already doing great, i wouldn't even assume that it's your first time talking to camera

[@creatingbee7722]

I am glad to find your channel now, as you are just starting! Can't wait to see the growth! I have worked on my mini business on and off for a while now, but can't say I am consistent 😅

[@queenofpents3442]

Love your transparency and genuine passion. Marketing is a bit scary but necessary for a growing business. Looking forward to watching your growth :]

[@Jackywitha_y]

You’re so pretty 😩

[@BeastPrincess]

Just dropping some support! Good luck!

[@effahanifah7985]

Congratulations!! All the best on ur new journey.

[@Kileryn]

Gj making the first steps! Good luck kicking in the business! :)

[@feyza9223]

Wish you the best!! 🌸

[@bruisedkneecaps]

thank you so much! xx

[@Pushpachoudharyy]

Looking forward to the journey ✨💗

[@worm5192]

rooting for you!!

[@tygertailzz2]

Good luck on your new journey. Can’t wait to see what you do. ❤

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@tygertailzz2 thank you so much!

[@Potatohutt]

As a small artist / business owner who is also new im proud of you starting your journey! i wish you nothing but all the best in your success

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@Potatohutt best of luck to you too! xx

[@muchymora2568]

congrats!! keep going!

[@jayasrinagrale]

Congratulations and all the best 🎉

[@Skippie2]

Amazing! I’m inspired and all the best!!

[@TheAlienCatGaming]

Hellooo fellow artist! Your art looks amazing! Wishing you the best of luck on your journey! 😺

[@bruisedkneecaps]

Thank you so much!! I really appreciate your encouragement :)

[@Plantventions]

Wonderful!

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@Plantventions thank you! xx

[@jeimima]

yay! thanks so much for sharing, i am in the same boat and this is inspiring me to take the first step! keep going!!

[@bruisedkneecaps]

ah that’s so exciting! wishing you the best with your business!! please keep me updated, would love to support :)

[@Drenamoonpetal]

I’m starting a small business as well selling art at my local Sunday market your video is a motivation

[@EmoKitsuneDesigns]

Good luck on your art journey and university :D Your art is really cool. Subscribed :3

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@EmoKitsuneDesigns thank you!

[@bremcgart]

Good luck friend! 🎉 you are already doing so good by starting!!

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@bremcgart thank you!

[@EphyAvenue]

Growing an audience pretty fast🎉❤

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@EphyAvenue i know right! i feel so lucky to get this much feedback so early! hoping to get a new video out for you guys soon

[@xmira]

good luck beautiful, the world is yours

[@IolaSnowdust]

Congratulations, here is to a positive journey!

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@IolaSnowdust thank you! xx

[@DeckAndMe]

loved the video. good luck on your endeavors. I've subscribed

[@luciazm369]

Estoy con las mismas ganas de documentar el proceso!❤ Y me preguntaba, sera optimo iniciar un canal sin todavia tener resultados? Tú una valiente❤la respiesta es si🎉🎉me encanto tu video! Gracias y exitos😊

[@PanCk-x3m]

Hi, from Thailand I wish you success of your business and KZbin channel.

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@PanCk-x3m thank you! so exciting to see people from thailand watching my videos :D

[@magicalpatterns]

Girl, your dream has been granted 💎🙏🏼

[@julietomator]

This is so exciting and inspiring to see as an artist :)) I’m so happy you took the leap and started your KZbin channel. Super excited to see future videos, subscribed ☺️

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@julietomator ah thank you so much! i really appreciate the support 🫶

[@justphiareads]

ahh helloo! congrats on starting your art business! rooting for you!!

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@justphiareads thank you

[@WilaSalawila]

I’m just getting started on Instagram too, but I’m really tempted to dive into longer content. I want to connect more and build a community, but that’s pretty hard on Instagram these days :(

[@toxic_faith_art8922]

loved watching your video and dude i love your set up especially the art on the wall!!!

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@toxic_faith_art8922 thank you so much! 2 of the prints are my original artwork, and the others are from other artists i’ve bought from :)

[@Itsmaggiebean]

Hi! I'm also trying to start an art business, I'm so happy to be able to watch your journey :D

[@ruthcampaniello5229]

Mucho ánimo en tu recorrido! Te deseo lo mejor

[@Never-mind-]

Congrats 🎉 wish u all the best ❤

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@Never-mind- thank you! xx

[@mariahchedi5015]

instantly subscribed! i love your vibe 🩷 hope i can purchase some prints here from asia

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@mariahchedi5015 thank you! i’m really hoping to get international shipping set up! it’s just so expensive and complicated to set up :( so i want to make sure I get it set up the best way I can wear you guys aren’t spending any more money then you need to!

[@dreaminginwatercolor]

Hey, big congrats on the steps you've taken so far! :) A great KZbinr to check out for advice on marketing art and platforms is Mimimoo Illustrations. She has tons of great videos with advice, but she's also got courses if you're interested in doing courses. But, I love her channel because her content makes pursuing an art business feel a lot more accessible. Wishing you all the best!

[@nguyenha4789]

Hi, from Vietnam I wish you success of your business and KZbin channel

[@Brittanysdesigns]

Can agree marketing is the hardest part had my small business for many years and still havent got the marketing part down

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@Brittanysdesigns i’m sure we’ll figure it out! just gotta keep pushing :)

[@黃一心-m1i]

Congrats on taking the first step! Wish you all the best! ❤❤❤

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@黃一心-m1i thank you sm!

[@oof7882]

congratulations on your launch, hope to see more from you in the future!! also what printer did you get?

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@oof7882 thank you so much!! hoping to get out a new video for you guys as soon as possible :) and the printer i got was the canon pixma ip8760 - i’ve only had it for a short period, but so far everything has been great!

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[@NiaPie]

Congrats🎉❤happy I found your channel. I wish the best on your journey. I have a clothing brand. We got this.

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@NiaPie Thank you for the support! wishing you the best of luck with your clothing brand :)

[@NiaPie]

@ Npp & same for you best of luck ❤️

[@Teamiint]

good luck ^^

[@LittleOakPrints]

So exciting ❤ well done for taking the first step I know it’s scary, such great editing as well! If you don’t mind me asking what software you used to edit it? I am thinking of starting a KZbin channel as well and I’m in the research stage myself!

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@LittleOakPrints I used imovie to cut my clips together, and then used premier pro to colour grade and add a couple touches. However hoping to fully transition to premier pro, im just beginning to learn the program (for context, my uni gives us a adobe cloud subscription as part of my degree, which is why i use it xx)

[@braindumpsush]

I aboslutely love this video. I have one tip for you: look in the lens and not yourself or your screen.

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@braindumpsush thank you for the tip!

[@aminatusun274]

I just launched my website today. I'm sooooo scared lol

[@GuoCreative]

Hey girl! Love this! I am also in the same boat as you, trying to start youtube (just doing shorts right now) and building a name for myself and my art. Can we be friends? Haha 😂 I’d love to bounce ideas off someone else and get good tips.

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@GuoCreative I’m definitely not an expert on anything! however i’d be happy to help where I can :)

[@nervousfun3915]

Hello 🤗

[@AndraMarieArt]

I would advise against fanart. It has a copyright and you can't legally sell it without the copyright holders permission. ...the print shop I worked at got a cease and desist for printing cartoon characters on kids' birthday invitations. Most people get away with it but it's really scary.

[@annablaster]

where is the necklace from

[@bruisedkneecaps]

i got the necklace from factorie :)

[@JadeArnold-bx4is]

Do you use raster or vector drawing?

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@JadeArnold-bx4is currently I’m doing raster drawings - but am considering transitioning to vector drawings in the future, just not super familiar with programs like illustrator yet

[@sabineshellyart]

Are you reading?

[@tenshi_tries]

I look forward to your journey! GAve a follow here and on IG

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@tenshi_tries 🫶

[@Shwacero]

Good luck! I have that struggle of starting. So this is motivating. Thank you

[@bruisedkneecaps]

@@Shwacero Glad you found this motivating! good luck with ur own ventures :)