Steal Like an Artist: Generating creative ideas, practically

[@cosmicitu]

the way my face actually dropped when i saw your sub count - the quality on these videos is crazy

[@MaxwellNichols]

you're too kind! thanks for watching :) i don't look forward to the day someone tells me im properly rated, or worse... overrated

[@zerberk]

agreed, thought atleast above 100k lol

[@rkay_bxzq]

wtf i thought you were some giant youtuber by your editing style but you have like 200 subs 😭 genuinely you’re so underrated

[@MaxwellNichols]

haha thanks, the videos aren't good enough yet but I appreciate it

[@yeeyee7358]

@@MaxwellNichols your videos are good enough!!

[@boon_toon]

This channel is so fucking good and underrated. Every topic you cover is interesting, thought provoking and most importantly relevant; so useful for my studies. What I'm trying to say is that I'll watch your content till the day I die.

[@Mindlesscube1]

I randomly got recommended one of your vids and after seeing the production value I thought you were some massive channel, however you suprised. I sense great things coming for you, and keep it up P.s. love your vids

[@MaxwellNichols]

really appreciate you saying that, thank you

[@Henle_]

Man, I love Max Joseph (and creators like him). Then I found you. You ain't Max Joseph, you are someone who clearly understood what made his videos so captivating--namely depth of their thinking, as you mentioned--and have come into your own. I believe creators like you, Max Joseph, Jacob Geller, Dami Lee, Beau Miles, Vsauce, Veritasium, and so many others that I love who all have their unique style that can reach new depths other mediums cannot provide, are in a way **this generation's philosophers**. But they aren't just thinkers, but doers and innovators too. I believe Socrates would be proud.

[@MaxwellNichols]

Everyone you mentioned has had a huge impact on my taste, the last video I watched was Beau's newest upload! Haven't heard of Dami Lee, excited to check them out. I have a long way to go before I understand story like Joseph or reach the quality of ideas like Vsauce, but i really appreciate the exceedingly thoughtful comment. Thank you for watching

[@Rxz776ms]

Dude get famous already this is fire

[@mmsegura]

hey man wonderful video, random thing that might help the videos out is the fan spinning which kinda throws the dope vibe a bit off

[@MaxwellNichols]

95° no ac when I filmed this. gotta sacrifice vibes to get it done sometimes haha

[@WeskersToes]

Underrated as hellll🙏😭😭💗💗💗 This was so informative more attention is needed

[@ChordChaserz]

This video worked for my ADHD brain, I didn't skip...

[@QkysenQ]

bro your video is great , keep going✨✨

[@SpydrXIII]

4:54 my inner autism perks up

[@XerTaaL]

260 subs!?!

[@MaxwellNichols]

230*

[@BSmith-on4eq]

WOW I saw the thumbnail and video titled and immediately clicked. Watched an absolute banger, and I thought this was probably a this video must hit 800k views at least. Turn out to see couple hundred subscribers!!? WHAT!!? You’re so underrated and youtube algorithm are just insane, with the editing, the information you provided, pacing and art in her, your content is really good. I’m so glad I found your channel. Immediately subscribe, I don’t usually commented on KZbin vdo, but I just want to drop a kind message and encourage talented creators like you!! I understand that creative work can be daunting sometimes. So I just want to drop this message to let you know that there’s a viewer like me who appreciate your videos, Hope you reach to your goals soon❤and now Imma go binging all of your videos!

[@MaxwellNichols]

I sincerely appreciate you taking the time to watch and leave such an encouraging comment! Views and likes are great, but I never get a real sense of the audience until I receive a thoughtful comment. You made making this video worth it :)

[@McorpGroupofCompanies]

sorry it's 2023 the population this video would resonates with barely hits 100k.

[@TraiponWheels]

Just stumbled upon your channel. Wow! Amazing work, both on the form and the substance. Keep it up!

[@MaxwellNichols]

Thank you!

[@neongrave5414]

Idk if I am missing something, but Van Gogh didn't cut off his ear "because he was scared of failure,"...but overall, great vid

[@quantenderquantitat4397]

OMG, I saw your Video and thought you would have millions of Views. Props to you, your Graphics and video Design is amazing

[@MaxwellNichols]

thank you for watching! you're too kind

[@Rei-go4hw]

The production in your videos is crazy good, and I genuinely can’t wait (and maybe can slightly imagine your eagerness) for you to get a bigger audience. Your work deserves to be seen. You’re doing a wonderful thing by actually just creating! Bringing your thoughts to reality!

[@Rei-go4hw]

Typed out this comment before watching the video and damn! The script hit! It’s a wonderful feeling when you find someone talking about topics similar to ones that have been plaguing you.

[@MaxwellNichols]

Best comment I've received in awhile, really appreciate you watching and thanks for the encouragement :)

[@computermassacre]

Yo your video are too good

[@sorakchan]

Your seriously underrated mate, came from your "Modern World is Okay with Ugly" Suprised with the amount of views and subscribers. Keep it up mate!

[@MaxwellNichols]

thank you!

[@yurishaa.9337]

"Because I read books, I think I'm smarter than you." Nah mate, I'm fixated on a lot of them so it's on another level. ...But since not that many people (even have the willingness or comprehension to) read so much anymore, guess I'm supporting your rights to be proud ^^

[@TylerF]

Just love this channel

[@manx5950]

Thank you for the shared knowledge. Good food for thought

[@MaxwellNichols]

Thanks for consuming it!

[@Loetofficial]

Your video deserves more views amazing work sir 🎉🎉

[@catchyme135]

The book is so heavy but light at the same time

[@flory2993]

You bought me with the mendel cartoon

[@ahilltodieons]

Where did you pull your ability to storytell from? I find, even though I'm able to write decently, the ability to resonate with more than a few people in narratives is greatly diminished. Where did you start (aside from Max Joseph)? Top notch work, by the way.

[@MaxwellNichols]

Not sure I'm credible enough to give advice on this, but where I start (and based on what you think youre missing) is sincere self awareness. I find if you can candidly distill what motivates you, it is typically true for plenty of others. Journaling would be practical application, can be w/prompts. Can't be true for everyone, but thats also how you'd find your audience fit. Im also listeng to the book "hero with a thousand faces" right now. History is always a great place to start and im always reading or listening to something. Sorry if that's not very helpful, but really appreciate the compliment!

[@Mr.Paperjam]

I have newly discovered this channel and watched all your videos in a short time. I think you are making good progress by leaving out the way too elaborate editing of the video. I also think your videos should be carried by the concepts and not the visuals in the video itself. However, I don't think it's necessary for you to speak directly to the audience, as that tends to draw one out, so I'd just prefer a style that's similar to the video on modern architecture, just less fast-pace and fewer effects. Because the topic has been brought up more than once now; I don't think you should think in terms of 'overrated' or 'underrated'. The reason the channel hasn't exploded yet is simply because there's a lack of consistency. If there was a video every week or every two weeks, there would be a much higher chance that people would stay tuned or that there would be a second video, like the one about modern architecture, which would also go viral. I also think that the title of your viral video is ingeniously chosen, after all, I landed on your channel. The other topics were also interesting, but the most interesting video was definitely the viral one. I think to replicate that success, you'd need to find more topics that generate that kind of interest. So that your video titles/thumbnails are questions on interesting and quirky topics that spark interest, where the potential viewer thinks: "Mmh, I haven't thought about that yet...". For instance: 'Why our newest decade is fine with having no identity' Then you could talk between the difference of the 80s where there was a defined culture that is still known today and our current 10's and 20's where you don't clearly see that cultural definiteness. Of course, this is just an example and ultimately you can do whatever you want. These are just my ideas that came to me for the success of the channel.

[@MaxwellNichols]

I appreciate your well thought out ideas, but my goal isn't just to blow up or to make viral content. I'm trying to discover what works for me, first. I do not want to be a video essay creator, though my content will run adjacent to it. I think my next video will better illustrate the direction of the channel. I've uploaded 6 videos in 3 years yk, theres really nothing here yet.

[@Atroposez]

good vid tbh, but to much background sound bro

[@thehumourist]

i love how you stole Austin's book. Very creative :D

[@MaxwellNichols]

thanks!

[@MortalShores]

Just found you, and love the channel

[@rhodesfilmcompany]

This is such a great video.

[@smibenj]

Excellent video. Don't forget me when this channel blows up :)

[@MaxwellNichols]

Don't forget me if I don't blow up

[@possiblyadog]

Another Banger! 🔥

[@MaxwellNichols]

Thank you! Appreciate you still watching :)

[@fokki1672]

DUDE I literally watched 3 of your videos in a row and legitimately thought you have 924.000 subs, not 924 Your work and views on stuff are awesome, keep it up ❤

[@squuibi]

NEW MUCK FAXWELL!!!!

[@MaxwellNichols]

hot & fresh, just like you

[@Hukuma2]

what is the name of music at 5:00 ? plz

[@MaxwellNichols]

Hector Berlioz - Dies Irae

[@D4rkVIolet]

Its really cool to see how when starting with solid editing, storytelling, and pacing that growth on KZbin doesn't only seem ascertainable but deserved, without the typical KZbin fluff. good stuff!

[@WonkedUp]

Completely underrated. I never comment but I think it’s well deserved. This video, and a lot of the others, is amazing. Keep up the good work I hope your channel blows up. Also instant sub btw

[@MaxwellNichols]

thank you!

[@DesignedByWil]

amazing video

[@JELLYJUICE]

Damn i watched another video of yours and clicked on this one and just wow. Amazing quality good editing and everything. How does this have only 2k views in 2 months and not even 1k subs. Hopefully the algorithm picks your channel up and starts recommending you everywhere. good luck and keep on making videos. really enjoyed!

[@MaxwellNichols]

Thank you! Really appreciate you watching a few and hopefully I don't disappoint with the video to come

[@mengjiasun3404]

This is an INSANELY well done video. From content to editing to animation… amazing!!

[@MaxwellNichols]

thanks :)

[@thejorgeriera]

Ur editing is crazy

[@McorpGroupofCompanies]

I understand KZbin videos take at least three millennia to create, but I and many more others woud like hear more of your takes on a wider range on of topics.