Stop Fearing ART BLOCK 🌼 oil paint with me, finding inspiration + library trip // dreamy art vlog

[@mariaiqbalart]

My Art Block: Dopamine overdosing from content ( netflix/insta etc) By shutting out multiple screens for a couple days, I realize that instead of inspiring me, I was being overstimulated to the point of numbness. Going back to basics, shutting out the noise, and focusing on simplicity opens the flow of creativity. Hope this helps anyone in similar boats.

[@bangtwitterandtwicetagram830]

This is incredible advice, thank you for sharing ❤️

[@AshleighKing]

I hadn’t even considered this! That is great advice!

[@graphitesmiles9688]

☺️

[@mariaiqbalart]

@@bangtwitterandtwicetagram830 you are welcome! Happy creating...

[@noufalkhald673]

Thank you so much, I needed that❤

[@deborapcolares]

adoro as músicas que você usa nos vídeos, é relaxante e aconchegante

[@Yolani14]

5:50 'Eye see you'. Those times when you're not physically creating are when the inspiration is allowed to shine through, making those moments when you are doing art even more rewarding. Much love from South Africa🇿🇦❤

[@MLSwann]

Oh my gosh... the segment of needing to work badly almost made me cry...so true

[@AshleighKing]

It really changed my perspective too! 🤍

[@MLSwann]

@@AshleighKing you've seriously helped me. I've subscribed. I'm going to be going to school for Art come August, I'm so excited

[@bretdoesart]

You can really tell how much effort and time you put into your videos and work Ashleigh. This one was a gut check for me. It helped me realize I haven’t been focusing on making art that I enjoy, I have instead just been thinking of whether other people would like it😅 Thank you for this!! Also…is that Brett’s eye??

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks Bret! It's definitely something I realized about myself recently too, so I understand that pressure. Wishing you the best with making art you really really enjoy! haha..it's not, but it was a red head's eye. I may need to branch out to painting types of people 😅

[@betterintheoryplaylists]

You're as pretty as the spring flowers you talked about!!!!

[@maggiegatsby4577]

How proud u ought be, not only for your natural abilities but the focus u hold tight, your own will, dear Ashleigh. You persevere and that is what eventually smashes all blocking, whatever the intermediate defensive tactics u follow or test. Mood is often blamed in art production as elsewhere, but moody one becomes thru several reflective stages alongside a set physical condition or context. Portraiture i dont get readily moved by, but yr 'confidence' in dipping your brush in this and that pigment, mixing them to the appropriate hue, captivates me. (The 3rd canvas is also a study of limited color, which u broaden all the way to border another color in one's mind eye.) So much that, i hope someday, to (politely) place an order that, u wd paint for me the portrait of one Captain Wentworth, (male actor Ciaran Hinds), of J. Austen's novel, Persuasion. Hugs to u for painting the 'sleeping bumble bee'.

[@AshleighKing]

So incredibly kind of you to say! I am proud of myself for continuing my practice and seeing improvement is rewarding. Thank you for noticing. I completely agree that perseverance above any trick to get out of art block helps the most. Thanks again for your kind comments! I hope to open up an online shop soon selling prints & originals 😊 that sounds like a lovely project. Wishing you the best!

[@artistoddessy8484]

The third painting of the Spanish Prince is great. Art block can be in different degrees, like I have quit art say 5 times, it hurts each time a little more or less. But when you can wonder if you're ever meant to pick up a paint brush again it hurts more than say just not feeling it for a week. But I agree this topic is rich with nutrition for the heart for color that can teach a person to see it as a gift to be a little bit perfectionist and in need of refreshing restart for the right purposes. Thanks so much for making it, I love your peaceful sense to your videos, keep doing them you're doing something great :)

[@AshleighKing]

That is very true! I went through a period of art block for a few years, so this small one was nothing in comparison. I guess for me, it's about catching it before it turns into something bigger. I think you're completely right about the different degrees of art block though.Thanks so much for the encouragement!

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks again to BetterHelp for sponsoring this video. Go to betterhelp.com/ashleighking for 10% off your first month of therapy 🤍 Let me know of the ways you push through art block. I'm interested to see what other artist do too!

[@narges.8798]

Your videos are positive energy, I really enjoy them, thank you for giving me hope and making me happy, away from the beauty of your photography + I will never forget your wonderful drawing, of course, you are creative .

[@AshleighKing]

This is so incredibly kind of you to say! Thank you so much 🤍

[@narges.8798]

@@AshleighKing 💗😩.

[@narto2539]

Your sense of peace and breath of nature has really reached me. I love what you are doing and I wish I could live in such places... I love you 💛

[@ceecee3339]

I just want to say thank you for inspiring me to get back to my art! After an extended illness I fell into a bad depression and haven’t created anything in some time.. Watching your channel and listening to your wonderful tips is giving me the urge to paint again ❤️ Your art is beautiful!!!

[@AshleighKing]

I’m thrilled to hear you’re getting back into painting! It was the best decision of my life. Wishing you the best ❤️

[@ceecee3339]

@@AshleighKing 💕💕

[@esmanurbilgin4873]

I thank you very much because the things you have told have strengthened me and my love for art has increased once again thanks to you, I even got very emotional in some places, your drawings inspire me, thank you😍😍😍😍🙏💜🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺🥺

[@AshleighKing]

so very kind of you to say Esmanur! wishing you the best

[@gracie99999]

[@brianbraddock6903]

Excellent insight and advice, Ashleigh. Thank you! I love the memorial to Mr. Bee. He looks peaceful in your painting. Like he's sleeping😊 The Prince Harry study was my favorite. Such a good likeness, and the colors are very appealing. Looking forward to re-watching this on Saturday- It's become my weekend ritual, lol. Thanks again for sharing your gifts and passion.

[@AshleighKing]

Thank you! I am very fond of the mr. Bee painting/memorial too :) The prince study was my favorite as well, though next time I will try to branch out from continually painting redheads haha...

[@brianbraddock6903]

@@AshleighKing 😊You’re giving me a whole new appreciation for Gingers😄

[@graphitesmiles9688]

As always thank you so much .your videos helps me a lot.when i am hit with art block or getting bored i try to do some simple sketches that comes in my mind and that always helps me in the future paintings ✨😊

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks so much 😊 that is a great idea to get inspiration flowing without too much pressure!

[@graphitesmiles9688]

@@AshleighKing ✨

[@sakshiibaghel]

Your videos are so relaxing. I am loving watching it first in the morning 🌄

[@Gromosapien]

Dude your videos somehow always match up with the way im feeling about my artistic journey, its always so nice to see

[@AshleighKing]

Oh wow that’s a cool coincidence! Happy to hear that 😊

[@ashleydaugherty7710]

Your videos are beautiful! Really love watching the process of your paintings. I only use watercolor and acrylic paints. I may need to step out of my comfort zone and try oil painting. Thanks for sharing!

[@Ad_abcdefu]

This video is super underrated

[@AshleighKing]

I'm so glad! Thank you

[@AnchoredArtDesigns]

Love this video! I’ve been having a hard time completing bigger art projects and this was very encouraging!!! Thanks for the inspiration!

[@AshleighKing]

Thank you! I'm glad to hear it was helpful! Doing these smaller paintings definitely gave me the confidence to tackle some bigger ones :)

[@kabelomaseko54]

Heartwarming video and beautiful paintings. Again, sad when it ends but happy knowing there will be more coming.

[@AshleighKing]

That’s so kind of you to say Kabelo! I appreciate it 😊

[@garywood4262]

Beautiful paintings. Thank You for sharing May is Mental Health month awareness. It means a lot to some people. Again, Thank You.

[@ahappyfrenchtoast2669]

What a beautiful and enamoring video! It inspired me to draw sometime this month :) I haven't picked up my pencil in a long time!

[@AshleighKing]

Aw so happy to hear that!! Wishing you the best 🥰

[@funtimeswithzainab4220]

Yess I love the feeling and state of minds your videos put me in their beautiful thank you for doing what you do and sharing it with us ❤️❤️❤️

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks for your kind comment 🥰 so happy to hear that!

[@aidanferraz6188]

Desde el primer video me suscribi , y ver tu proceso de ARTE es bello !

[@elizabetta00]

love watching you create & i like how u listen to music while painting - it probably helps with keeping focus and keeping one at ease 🔆

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks Elizabeth! It definitely helps in both those areas 😊🤍

[@franzk17]

This was so calming! Thank you and congrats on 100k subs

[@AshleighKing]

I’m glad! Thank you! I can’t believe it 💖

[@sameehafatima3482]

I really really really appreciate your hard work behind ur vedios.... And thats undoubtedly the secret behind your incredible vedios!! Congratulations for 100k!!! And get ready for 1M tooo!!! Lots of love and support from Sameeha!!! 🤗👍☺️💗🎁

[@AshleighKing]

You are too kind! Thank you so much! I could not have been here without the support of all of you, really 💖💖💖

[@jessica_fuerte]

I love how relaxing and inspiring are your videos! Thanks for shering :]

[@zahra-nq9bp]

Thank u sooo much your tips always help me with my art ,i love u and keep going🥺🤍🤍

[@artifexmom3824]

I agree with you my dear.☺️👍🏻 Art for happiness.❤️

[@AshleighKing]

Well said 🥰

[@Tat2TankT]

Love the bee 🐝 amazing as always thanks for sharing

[@iitsjul]

مبروك لك على 100k فخوره فيك 💗💗

[@AshleighKing]

💗💗

[@chantalleonhardt]

I just want to say your videos have inspired me to start my own art KZbin channel and share my thoughts with the world xx ( I have yet to edit the video!!)

[@AshleighKing]

that's wonderful!! Definitely let me know when you post your first video, I would love to watch it! :)

[@shgh756]

Lovely Ashleigh ♡ your improvement is amazing ☆ keep going !!!

[@AshleighKing]

Ah thank you!! It’s nice to see my practice paying off 🥰

[@ality9668]

Congrats on 100k subs

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks so much!!

[@operacionanaconda]

Three little beautiful paintings! ❤️❤️

[@mahika__artstrokes]

This video is so inspiring and so so peaceful and aesthetic ❤🤍

[@AshleighKing]

Wow thanks so much Mahika! 🤍

[@earthangel614]

Loved the piano playing ❤

[@leonaart]

Yaahh a new video 🥰🤍🤍!!

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks Leona 🥰💖

[@Bank000101234]

love this, it's my inspiration for art

[@SharonCullenArt]

It amazes me that you can oil paint in a pastel pink sweater and white skirt! I’d ruin it in a heartbeat! Ha!

[@sirikim1111]

Surely, I think not only interesting, but also it’s always necessary to get inspiration and motifs for painting. So your art vlog is unchangingly just beautiful in no words.✨💕😍 Congratulations on 100K subscribers for your channel!!✨🎉

[@AshleighKing]

You always leave the nicest comments! Thank you so much! 🥰💖❤️

[@zuzu_1]

Awe congratulations on 100k🥰! I was just rewatching your first video and it’s inspiring to see your growth as an artist! I hope you get new inspiration and keep it up you’re doing great!

[@AshleighKing]

Wow thank you so much! That means a lot to me 🥺❤️

[@vivanecrosis]

Being comfortable with the medium helps also. One of my favourite mediums is digital (Mac + photoshop + xppen). It’s so nice to not worry about how to do stuff and just enjoy experimenting and moving along that journey.

[@AshleighKing]

That’s a great point! It definitely takes away a lot of pressure.

[@andrehenrique4950]

Love it sooooo much!!! You're amazing

[@AshleighKing]

Too kind! Thanks!

[@jayspaintings4007]

Love your painting skills! ✨🫶🏻

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks! I’m happy with how these paintings turned out 😊

[@jayspaintings4007]

@@AshleighKing yeah they came out awesome…I love how you have good technique with your hand 💪🏻

[@graphitesmiles9688]

✨

[@arianaaltun8442]

Congratulations to 100k 😍😍😍

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks Ariana 🥰

[@ciannaguillen3400]

Awesome work...very inspiring video! Thank you for sharing!!!

[@AshleighKing]

Thank you for watching! 😊

[@AndreeaEremiaArt]

Your videos are so amazing and beautiful as always. Good job dear friend as always ❤🤗

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks friend! You are too kind 🥰❤️

[@cpencer15]

Большое спасибо, что дублируются субтитры на русском🙏🏻💗💗💗💗

[@gamergirl_9799]

i like your lil plants! 🪴

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks Claire 😊

[@MarleneVega]

Thank you Ashleigh for another lovely video! Always coming through with the best advise 💖 the paintings turned out lovely!

[@AshleighKing]

Aw thanks so much Marlene! I’m glad you enjoyed it 🥰❤️

[@iselinam7568]

Always worth the wait! And thanks for the inspiration and encouragement🥰

[@AshleighKing]

Too kind! Thanks Iselin 😊💖

[@sunihill88]

Great job! ☀️

[@kelseaparker9776]

Hi there!! I am a fellow artist and would LOVE for you to create a video showing all the materials you use on a daily basis for your work. Now that I’m graduated, i want to start painting more outside my comfort zone rather than for assignments, and I am wanting to expand and start fresh with new materials for myself! Absolutely love your content:)

[@AshleighKing]

Hi Kelsea! That is such a great idea! I will try to incorporate that into an upcoming video 😊 thanks so much!

[@juneyoonwoo218]

Omg you are really beautiful girl I really really love you so much ❤️ And please can you do video how you clean your brushes 🎨✨️

[@amritpalhh9836]

Beautiful artist and art

[@bangtwitterandtwicetagram830]

First! So excited for the vlog :)

[@AshleighKing]

Yay!! Thank you 🥰

[@TheEmpressgoth]

Thank you 😊 💓

[@sameehafatima3482]

I can't wait for the u to film the.... Unboxing of yours yt play button!!!! ▶️💓💓

[@AshleighKing]

🥰🥰🥰

[@oii_iio]

مرحباً ، انا احب فيديوهاتك حتى اني ارسلتها لصديقاتي ، و احب كيف ترسمين بالالوان الزيتية ، انا لا استخدم الزيتي بل استخدام الألوان المائية و انا مبتدئة بالرسم 🫂💙

[@NaseemGlitterArt]

♥️♥️ Nice oil paint ♥️♥️

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks so much!

[@pamelacarreon1028]

Love your videos so much (including your reels on insta)!! Very inspiring and motivating to draw. I actually learned something new from this new vlog of yours again😊☺️

[@AshleighKing]

Aw so happy to hear that Pamela 🥰❤️

[@MarleneVega]

Also congratulations on 100k subs 😍🥳🙌 soooo so proud of you! Much deserved 💗

[@AshleighKing]

Ahhh thank you!! Can’t believe it 🥲

[@RitaEveAldridge]

Love your videos!

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks so much Rita!

[@cinereus3601]

RIP little bee

[@lostincolors10]

Awesome tips !!! I😁

[@AshleighKing]

Thank you!!

[@pedritoguzman1544]

Excelente video Ashleigh King!! Felicidades!! pues ya somos 100,000 suscripciones. 100k de bendiciones para ti y toda tu familia, que sigas cosechando éxitos .🙏🙏🙏💯🎆🌹💖👍👏👏

[@AshleighKing]

Thank you so much!! 🥰💖

[@bageloo.]

Wow! Just found your channel, and I love you and your art

[@AshleighKing]

Yay thanks so much!! 🥰

[@alexiswilliams3233]

Your art is so amazing and your videos are always so helpful and inspiring

[@AshleighKing]

That’s so kind of you to say Alexis! Thank you 💖

[@krissslead6116]

Soo inspiring and grateful✨ thank you for your beautiful videos❤️

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks for saying this 🥺❤️

[@jacobLan]

I like things you touched.

[@brianbraddock6903]

Good morning 😃 I Just finished watching this weeks Vlog for the second time. It is amazing to me how the second watch is even more pleasing than the first. I was thinking as you were looking at the book with different pieces of art what you might be thinking as you see art. When you look at a complicated piece like the Van Gogh piece with the man’s face made with unusual colors and brushstrokes, do you think, “ I know how to do that”, or “I think I know how he did that”, and does that challenge you to try that out on your own? Also, I thought the promotional segment was very good. It was another great example of how being vulnerable helps people of good will. Plus, it was very natural and fit in with the vlog almost seamlessly. Great job!

[@AshleighKing]

thank you!! When I look at those art pieces I know how he did some things but not others I guess haha. It’s also for color palette inspiration or ideas of things to paint. Like he did a lot of still life’s with books or flowers as well as portraits, which is what I’d like to do too 😊

[@brianbraddock6903]

I see! Thanks you 😊

[@vrindadang9085]

Wass waiting for thiss ..⛅🌺🌿

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks Vrinda 🥰💖

[@vrindadang9085]

@@AshleighKing you're welcome 🌸💘🌿

[@kktwins9249]

Congratulations for 100k subscribers🥳🌈

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks so much!! ❤️

[@andreybonpajaron5673]

Been waiting for this. Thanks!

[@AshleighKing]

Hope you enjoy! 😊

[@artgeometrix6346]

Great vlog here. You're so talented

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks! I appreciate that :)

[@aqshaparveen4112]

you varnishes your painting after how many days?

[@sarahogden3826]

I love your videos! So peaceful and inspiring! Do you always gesso your canvases/panels?

[@AshleighKing]

Thank you!! Yes I do, I just like them to have a little extra texture/grip :)

[@Zvzm]

Recently my enthusiasm for painting has gone, I think it's coming back. Sometimes I lose my enthusiasm. Can you suggest me something?And i love you so much🧡🌠

[@AshleighKing]

Painting things from life is always a great inspiration for me 😊💖

[@thegoldenchild7527]

Love 💘

[@johngladys6936]

Hi Ashley I love watching your videos and was curious what your filming set up is like. Do you use a camera to film or your phone?

[@AshleighKing]

Thank you! I use my canon m50 mostly. A few clips when I go out are with my phone for convenience:)

[@johngladys6936]

@@AshleighKing okay! 😊 Thanks for the feedback ❤️

[@JCarrera_ll]

Loved the bee🖤👏

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks! Might be my favorite too 😊

[@fatimamurtada5129]

Every day you innovate in something new. l hope you continue at the same level. thank you for your efforts to make a beautiful video full of information. keep it up we are with you ☁✨

[@AshleighKing]

So very kind of you to say Fatima! Thank you 🤍🤍🤍

[@chhayasartsandcreatives2001]

Wow so nice👌👌

[@chhayasartsandcreatives2001]

New friends 🤝

[@AshleighKing]

Thanks so much!

[@chhayasartsandcreatives2001]

Welcome 🥰

[@Vitlark]

Вы не используете масло и растворитель для разбавления краски, когда рисуете?

[@AshleighKing]

I use linseed oil and a little bit of thinner at the beginning

[@Gloomy12340]

I love your videos so much your arts are greater than anyone else i am your biggest fan Love from india 💘💘 Where do you find such amazing pictures to draw

[@gracie99999]

she’s cleaner then clean

[@gracie99999]

🧽

[@randyloire9857]

Ashleigh, Ashleigh,Ashleigh. Would you like a teaching moment or right up advice/ comment? =) ( did you think i wouldnt comment?). Ok artists block. I think the thing that gets people in a rut is thinking that something is too difficult to do or they just cant do it. As you said in ones mind you want perfection yet we give up before we even start. I think that leads to a cascade effect that the next idea we have will be the same so why bother. People need to realize that in order to get "perfect" in your head you have to do it. Paint, draw,sculpt, whatever you do, just do something. It doesnt need to ba a master peice. Its the action and mind set of doing is what you need. There is also inspiration or what to paint, subject matter basicly. That can be found anywhere if you open your mind to it. A half empty toilet roll, dirt on the floor, Ashleighs videos, Ashleighs feet in ALL her videos. You get my meaning. It is also a good thing to take a break from doing Art and do something else. The park , the beach, the grocery store, read, binge watch that series you wanted, and yes Video games. It helps clear your head of values and tones and perspective and blocking and brush types , on and on and.. you get the picture. The simplest way to remove the block is just put brush, pencil,marker, chisel, to work and just do something even doodle. Thing is and you Ashleigh figured this out, its up to you to move forward in this adventure. People will be there to help you but they cant make you do it. Lastly artist block will also lead into excuses to not do art. If you are a person who keeps saying i dont have time or space to do what i love and that is art. It is up tp you to make the time or make the space to do it and just well... do it. Its all different forms of fear we have created in our own minds you control your mind so you control the doubts and blocks. Now Congrats on 100K subs. Ashleigh you know i adore you and i am very proud of how much you have accomplished. Keep going Keep being you. Personally i get inspired by you Ashleigh, i see so many things in your videos to do including you reflecting off windows. And if you ever need ideas or advice let me know i am here for you. and smile

[@AshleighKing]

Once again, incredible advice Randy! I definitely relate to your thoughts on a balance between taking a break, but also pushing through and just getting to making more artwork. Keeping these parts of my life in balance will always be a battle I think, but I know it's necessary to have both. Thank you so much! I really could not have predicted this outcome or wonderful community when I began six months ago. I would not trade it for the world and am so thankful for everyone here who constantly supports me and shares their art journeys/wisdom with me, like yourself. Have an amazing week!

[@randyloire9857]

@@AshleighKing it doesnt feel like six months now does it

[@sirius-ly6326]

I enjoy all of your vids

[@AshleighKing]

Thank you :)

[@lulu.9082]

La peinture du bourdon est celle qui ma le plus toucher ! je ne peux pas l'expliquer mais elle est vraiment incroyable !!!

[@AshleighKing]

Ah thank you so much! I love that one too 🥰

[@TriniRoyQuiReyes]

Super 👍

[@NawafAlDossari]

Hi, Thanks for sharing, I watch all your vlogs and find them relaxing and as an artist myself inspiring. I have one comment related to the easel box you are using, it’s not stable and can be difficult when working on details. I wonder if it’s this way normally or it can be tightened to be more firm. Thanks again for posting

[@AshleighKing]

Thank you! And I completely agree lol! The tripod I bought was very cheap, I plan on upgrading it soon.

[@soplilta]

😍😍😍👏👏👏

[@AshleighKing]

💗💗

[@rubenblanco4149]

i think that if you are learning you should be drawing or painting even if you don't want to

[@elianasouza1408]

💖💖👏👏👏

[@AshleighKing]

🥰

[@cinereus3601]

You don’t really need to gesso the “gesso” boards

[@AshleighKing]

I like the extra texture :)

[@vvitch5866]

Liked and subscribed.

[@AshleighKing]

hey!! Thanks :)

[@joannvargheese4290]

Soooooo lovely hi mam nice too meet u after s long time I was waiting for your videos really lovely yo see that each time your art is getting best and excellent your videos gives me the joy and relaxation I need 😊 😀 ❤ ☺ thanknu showing us I will definitely try u Sr the best thank u mam 😊

[@AshleighKing]

So very kind of you to say! I really appreciate you Joann 🥰 have a great week! ❤️