BRUTAL ADVICE ! Why you're not succeeding as an artist

[@SpookyCrypt]

One of the biggest pieces of advice that I live by was actually a question answered by Aurelio Voltaire. Someone asked him what they should do to get their art business started but hasn't done anything, Voltaire just sighed and said, "What do I need to mail you a pencil?" No one is going to do the art for you. The art world isn't easy but you're guaranteed to miss the shots you never take.

[@TheHistoryTellers]

Thank you for your comment!

[@chiselready9320]

This man treats his art with intelligence vs 100% emotion. He takes it seriously, like a job. Thanks for being real!

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks very much!

[@kimberlysmith5398]

Thank you! This short video has opened my eyes more that any other I've watched. I can work harder. I can do more to achieve my dreams. I will hold myself accountable. Again, thank you.

[@SwarezArt]

Nice mantra Kimberly - glad the video has helped a little.

[@monicamelgarart9179]

LOVE this ED! Not to sound like I already knew but because I've observed other artists work their ASSES off and I've seen them succeed eventually (good and "bad" art, doesn't matter). I know all I have to do is work hard, f*ck up, learn, improve, f*ck up some more, and keep working, harder and smarter. I went all in 3 years ago and I've failed a lot but also have some big wins. I get discouraged from time to time but it never makes me slow down or stop producing, I adjust, shift and keep going. So much of what you say and what you're doing resonates with my take on the kind of art I make. My work has no deep meaning or inspired by some intellectual crap, I just like color and design. And nothing makes me happier than when people say "I don't why but I love that piece". It doesn't matter why, my work is mostly abstract so there's no narrative or particular intention. It's like chemistry between people. There's a reaction that then makes an attraction. And hopefully they're attracted enough to want it in their life! It sucks that you're so far away! If I ever make it back over there I would love to visit with you. You have an open invitation to visit us in Houston Texas and my services as a tour guide, drinking and arting companion are included for free! ;) Cheers and THANK YOU FOR YOU!!!

[@SwarezArt]

Monica Melgar well with an offer like that Monica how can I refuse?? Lolz. Thank you for your astute observations. Kind of you to drop by. Much appreciated. Stay in touch!

[@monicamelgarart9179]

Swarez Art Do you ever come to Texas?

[@SwarezArt]

Monica Melgar never been I'm afraid!!

[@monicamelgarart9179]

Hahahaha! You'd be safe with me! ;)

[@darciekelly5922]

Nothing discouraging about that. Puts the control back in my hands. I don't have to worry if some people don't understand my work, many do. I just go out and find more.

[@venetiancat]

The two things that worked for me were 1) LITERALLY reprogramming my subconscious mind and beliefs using subliminals, which programmed me for success and 2) YES, HARD WORK and LONG HOURS. But in my experience, unless the subconscious self-sabotaging beliefs are changed, NOTHING works, no matter how badly you want it consciously. I HAD to get my subconscious mind in agreement-and then, my work really took off. Kudos on your amazing success and gorgeous work-you certainly earned it!

[@SwarezArt]

Wow! that's a great way to summarize things and I shall note that down! You are so right. We all need to reprogram ourselves n the inside. Thank you very much for this!

[@venetiancat]

@@SwarezArt My pleasure Bro :)

[@awesomeyou3679]

Now that's what I call great artist's advice. I just love what you do. And thank you for being in this life.

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks very much!

[@eileenjohnston6835]

I am a retired dentist. Over my career I met hundreds ( thousands?) of people. Your advice applies to every successful person I ever met regardless of their career choices.

[@SwarezArt]

Wow! Thank you so much Eileen - most kind of you...

[@superfly2449]

I met another retired dentist, years ago: Herbert Ferber! He worked as hard as, or harder than, the rest of us at unloading and setting up his spiky, dangerous sculptures, and he was 80 years old. There’s no such thing as a retired artist.

[@isabellesylvoz4223]

Thank you for this video. You are right to the point! This is also a journey how yourself you are making it!! You are great!

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you Isabelle!

[@linc131313]

You're actually 100% correct with what you say here. Myself, as an artist realized that I personally don't want it bad enough (anymore). I personally used to, but lost that drive and passion while hitting every single obstacle in my way until I literally had enough. Being homeless multiple times, being in crazy art college debt, spending over 16 years in and out out of design school, getting turned down or screwed over by people and companies over and over and over again. I've personally have had enough. I've realized that I'm much much happier with a boring, even mediocre 9-5 life. I'm venting my story here, so it doesn't have to be your story. I still support other artists/designers and want then to succeed, but for me, I've hit the end of the road about two years ago and ain't looking back. I'm 43 now and choose my mental health over the struggle of an artist.

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you Chris - it's a series of experiences I can relate to very well. There are many times I feel like giving up but for now I continue. It breaks us on a regular basis and I often feel that I would be better off doing something without the stress and strain. Maybe that will happen one day, who knows? In the meantime I shall continue to do the best I can and hope I have enough energy and motivation to keep pushing. So far, I have and it doesn't seem to be slowing which is a relief! I really appreciate you sharing this with everyone, thank you!

[@linc131313]

@@SwarezArt I totally understand you, of course and will keep rooting for you! I may personally be finished with my artistic journey, but that doesn't mean that you or anyone else has to. Be proud of yourself that you're choosing to stick with it! I'll live vicariously through you. Keep speaking the truth while sharing your journey with the rest of us. Have a great day and thanks a lot for your response! Means a lot!

[@SwarezArt]

@@linc131313 thank you Chris - same here!

[@lynsartandfashion]

Much needed, thank you so much for all the advice!! 🙏

[@SwarezArt]

You're so welcome!

[@reyouk3672]

I respect your work. You have to work hard to be succeed never work for less always work for more to get where you’re at and always be positive energy to be succeed. Every day is a happy day always put a smile on your face 🙂

[@SwarezArt]

Great advice Rey and I shall remind myself of that always!!

[@mxshlee]

that was so beautifullly said, thank you so so much!!

[@SwarezArt]

You are so welcome! Thank you

[@theresahill7386]

Just love your realistic attitude! Have to leave varnishing now to go to my day job, in Mental Health! Can't wait to watch more!💚☘️

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks Theresa - much appreciated. Don't forget to watch the live streams if you can. This is tonight's link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5fVoWeXnNt8gtE

[@zee3peo]

Your candour is refreshing to me. Thank you for the brutal honesty.

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you - and my pleasure!

[@Bookishtraveller]

You are a beacon of Hope 🫡

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you - I try my best!

[@BALAGlyphs]

I appreciate the frankness. Dig in, dont give up!

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you!

[@jetlabrador]

Thank you for this. Everyone is looking for a quick fix or a secret but it’s really about putting in the work.

[@SwarezArt]

Indeed it is! Thanks for reminding us all of that.

[@VitalMGermaine]

Brilliant and honest advice that applies on so many levels of success. Cheers mate.

[@SwarezArt]

Glad you enjoyed it, thank you!

[@CedricWilliamsFineArt]

Good advice!! I'm slowly seeing changes in my performances and business is picking up! Getting up early focusing on art before getting to work will get me somewhere 😌 time and dedication is the way👍🏾

[@SwarezArt]

Great to hear Cedric, thanks for the comment

[@CedricWilliamsFineArt]

@@SwarezArt you're very welcome

[@mauricegauvin6217]

Tough love, but needed. There is no free lunch and people don't see the years of struggle that goes into "overnight success". I like the way you temper hard facts, with gentle encouragement. I just subscribed to your channel.

[@SwarezArt]

Maurice Gauvin thank you Maurice that’s kind of you. Thank you for subscribing also!

[@layayi27]

Thank you! Love your advice

[@SwarezArt]

You are so welcome!

[@alexiacerwinskipierce8114]

Very good advice. Stuff I think I already knew but hearing it directly from someone who is succeeding really helped it sink in. Thank you

[@SwarezArt]

Glad it was helpful Alexia!

[@virginiafleming8866]

I jut found you. Your videos are so so helpful! Thank you so much for all of your information. Appreciate it.

[@SwarezArt]

You are so welcome Virginia!

[@deanallen5567]

Bloody good advice. Very true.

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks Dean

[@ddinfinito]

Swarez Art, I listen very carefully but honestly I was looking at your paintings behind you 🤣🤩🤩🤩 jokes aside, I really appreciate how you know how to be in the foreground but in reality you highlight beauty more than yourself, I mean, you're not self-centered. That makes you truly great

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@ddinfinito]

@@SwarezArt , oh you're welcome! And by beauty I mean not only your amazing art but also your courage to tell the truth. The courage to help others bieng open and honest. In a world where we have to be "políticly correct" we need more people like you who says truth as It is. Good for you and for those really wants to be helped. I truly belive great artist comes from bieng a great human Being.

[@SwarezArt]

@@ddinfinito thank you so much!!

[@lindathompson6129]

Thanks for being honest. You are telling the truth. Luckily I have a retirement to depend on. I still want to paint.

[@SwarezArt]

My pleasure!

[@vanessanost]

needed this today

[@SwarezArt]

Good to hear.

[@anupama.sharma2350]

You don't want it badly enough! .....true.. very true!!

[@Gghhhngbvg]

Thank for this video, this has given me a wake up call on my art and future. Will try to incorporate it in my daily routine as well.

[@SwarezArt]

You're welcome Michael and thank you!

[@uleygirl7613]

I think this advice applies to anyone setting up or running their own business. There are some hard-hitting messages in here. Great vlog Ed.

[@SwarezArt]

Uley Girl so kind and thank you!! Hopefully it's pretty universal advice... thanks again lovely!

[@leannbarker572]

Agree!

[@luistoro6539]

YOUR A GREAT ARTEST; AND A GREAT PERSON...

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you very much Luis!

[@nancys5547]

I’ve been in a rut not having my car for nearly 4 months. It’s 11:30 pm, but I’m rewatching your advice segments to help with my motivation. Thanks again Ed and Ady for posting these. I have to be up before the annoying rooster down the street and I’m actually looking forward to it. Hopefully I can come away with more images for my portfolio.

[@SwarezArt]

Hi Nancy, glad we have helped with the motivation, we are human too and suffer with the same sometimes but we kick our own butts to "Just Do It" and find a way to get cracking 😊👍

[@acceptingWhatIS]

I make the art and work hard - but my fear of rejection takes over so I don't try to sell it - I have been so lucky that people buy my work just from word of mouth. If I actually made an effort I could have something like what you have. I pray for the confidence to go for it.

[@SwarezArt]

You can do this Kate. Nothing bad will happen if you fail or get rejected. Your work stands on its won merit and will find the audience it deserves. Have faith - you got this!

[@vaderbuild]

rejection hurts only for the first 20 ish times and then you get used to it. it's just like exercising when it's painful at the beginning but you start to like it after a while.

[@kimmeruk]

Absolutely brilliant advice!

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you so much Kim, really appreciate that :)

[@LatifMaulanArts]

Very good advice.. thank you , motivated me

[@SwarezArt]

My pleasure!

[@JairoSantos17]

Thanks for this advice

[@SwarezArt]

No problem!

[@gavinyates9189]

So much more passion for art then the top 10 richest living artist on the planet that you possess. Keep up the good work.

[@SwarezArt]

Gavin Yates thanks Gavin.

[@leontinaart9903]

Love it! Real advices - not wrapped in cotton candy. You have my follow👍

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks very much Leontina!

[@briansalazar7397]

100% right on! Great videos& Artworks. I look forward to more stuff.

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you so much Brian!

[@marionmoore665]

Thank You, Wise Words, from the Artist . Taken on board what you said. Your knowledge will help a lot of people I’m sure. Thank you again. I will keep on painting it’s been in my blood since I could pick up a pencil first but paints are something else. All the colours, all the different shapes. 👏🙏🏻😇😎💕🇬🇧🍀

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you so much Marion!

[@innergenius7988]

Best advice ever. Thanks Ed. Now, I am a Fan!

[@SwarezArt]

Awesome, thank you! That's really kind fo you!

[@nikkiepearce2296]

This is great advice for every area of creativity. I'm not an artist, I'm a writer, but without me pushing myself forward I wouldn't get anywhere. I am working around the clock sometimes. Its brilliant advice. Work smart. xx

[@prettydamsel9237]

I love your work at the back ground

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@DR.WIKKID]

I needed this man. Thank you!

[@SwarezArt]

Glad I could help!

[@jimmyhinAK]

I think you speak the truth. Sometimes you have to step back and take an honest look at yourself and add up the pluses and minuses. Fix what’s wrong and continue to do what’s right.

[@SwarezArt]

jimmy h thanks Jimmy, wise words indeed!

[@boomerhgt]

Brilliant advice I'm glad my artwork is just a hobby paid sometimes great videos thank you..oh and your artwork on display is awesome.

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you very much - that's very kind of you!

[@leannbarker572]

Love this advice. Thank you.

[@leannbarker572]

Hard work is the difference between art being a profession... aka your job... vs art being a hobby... just for fun whenever you feel like it

[@martinvestergaardportraits5654]

Great video, thx. Also loneliness is a big issue here: it is you and you and you. Not like in the entertainment business or team sports and other areas. One has to learn to deal with the many hours alone in the studio, by the computer or visiting exhibits alone etc. One has to accept being with the same old person day and night. Of course there are friends and social life, but this is just a little part of the 24 hours if you want to succeed. And we are not talking about months, but years. And find out how to survive in all this - maybe give yourself happy moments alone, whatch a movie, go to a concert etc. in between working hours ...

[@SwarezArt]

Great advice indeed!

[@Tod_oMal]

I do not work hard enough. I think I have an idea what's happening and this could be happening to others as well. Namely, I am stuck in my "hobby" mentality, while I want to get much better results that just "hobby" results. So I think there is a "switch" that one have to turn. The switch from "hobby" over to "professional" mentality of work. And that's not easy, it is a big step, but it has to be taken. Maybe a nice subject for the Q&A. cheers.

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks Tod - that could definitely make a good video some day. Will add it to the list!! 👍

[@Tod_oMal]

@@SwarezArt Thanks 👍

[@kawaii_princess_castle]

It is true that I don't want It enough but It is what I want most among all the other alternative carrees!

[@SwarezArt]

If you want something so badly it aches inside then I'm pretty confident in saying that you'll do whatever it takes to achieve the thing you are yearning for. So many people want the end result but not the work in between. All I'm trying to do is promote the questions you should be asking yourself and trying to come up with an answer. I stick by what i say because i see it every day on social media and those who write to me. After 13 years I want this more than ever and I work harder than ever before because I have a goal and an objective and I will not stop until i reach it - however hard or difficult it may be. Hope that helps...

[@thefabuloustravelingartstu5119]

Thank you.

[@SwarezArt]

You're welcome!

[@kevinkemble3718]

This man is a great example

[@janinestanford7695]

Great advice

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks Janine!

[@konstantinospapaioannou2588]

Let's be honest. In the art world, what REALLY matters is connections. If one has the support of art galleries, museums, curators, art consultants (for ANY reason that most of the times has nothing to do with art or talent), nothing else is important. Work of awful quality and aesthetics can be promoted and sold. In the biggest galleries around the world we see terrible works. Mostly. Terrible works. It's not because the artist really wanted to be artist. It's because someone for some reason decided to invest in that person and promote their work, and establish their name.

[@SwarezArt]

That's a great point and very well made Konstantinos; thanks for sharing!

[@10AntsTapDancing]

Ouch, that stung! Now I'm retired I have the time I said I lacked to paint when I worked full time but I always put off going into my studio space to work and I don't keep a schedule of art exhibitions and competitions I can enter. Thank you for the metaphorical kick up the backside.

[@SwarezArt]

My pleasure Irene - glad it helped!!!

[@10AntsTapDancing]

@@SwarezArt I guess it's why you do it :) It's difficult to get good honest down to earth advice and I get the impression that a lot of people who are in the business of selling or making art are somewhat like car salesmen. I suspect they're lying to me but I can't quite work out how.

[@SwarezArt]

@@10AntsTapDancing it's an all to familiar story - you are right. Such a minefield of tricksters and greed

[@inessagarder4452]

Very interesting Vlog & impressive gallery

[@SwarezArt]

Inessa Garder ah thank you - that’s very kind of you!

[@maryj.clutterbuck8630]

I think a lot of artists struggle because they focus too much on the details of the picture. They don’t step back in their career and think of their overall big picture and the themes they want to study.

[@SwarezArt]

A very good observation Mary; thank you for sharing!

[@generatedillusions3124]

Thanks for this, I constantly create, work on the skill set. I am doing everything I can, I know it, it's hard to believe it at times, but I know what's stopping me, and I got my exit plan. ✌🏽✌🏽

[@SwarezArt]

You're welcome!

[@ultracartoonartist7635]

realest thing I've heard all day!! thanks for sharing!!

[@gitcheegoomee]

Love your vids. Thank you so much man.

[@SwarezArt]

My pleasure!

[@RicaFacundo]

perfect words I needed to hear at this point in time. thank you so much

[@SwarezArt]

Glad it was helpful! You are very welcome

[@alicja4139]

Why did nobody tell me this years ago?! Thanks a lot!

[@SwarezArt]

You are welcome Alice!

[@brianagodden1234]

Great vid. So true.

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you so much!

[@carlocesari1]

Thank you GREAT ADVICE

[@SwarezArt]

My pleasure Giancarlo

[@PetervanderPalm]

Shit the alarm clock, it's cold and I hear the wind through the cracks under the windows, I open my eyes and see a large white canvas that I have already painted over for the third time. The painting looked like shit and drives me crazy. My dog ​​a wolf dog is yanking on my sleeve. He wants to go outside. I recover a bit and put on my coat, walk through my neighborhood. Make coffee. Ringo continues to sleep again. The bell rings, Alie a wanderer is at the door. God bless you, he says, I'll give him some coins. After a cup of coffee he leaves again. Mixing colors, adding crimson red, a bit of white, a bit of white, that looks like it. Can't concentrate, hardly have any more money, pay rent is it possible, is it not possible? Don't just keep thinking. The phone rings, you might want to help with the renovation of my house, you know. It is Adrie a friend also artist. Only he stayed with a 10 year older woman who has money. Sure I help you, I pay you for it, Adrie says. To be continued. from the life of an artist.

[@dannyj1865]

Thank You!

[@SwarezArt]

My pleasure Danny!

[@Sharperthanu1]

You know you're likely right about the "busy fool" issue because Andy Warhol became a very successful illustrator and then fine artist mostly because he didn't have to do his own housework,grocery shopping,laundry etc. Because his mother was at home doing all that for him.

[@SwarezArt]

That's a very good point and i didn't know that about Warhol - thank you for sharing!!

[@shanniemedrano6344]

Thank you so much for sharing your work, your life, and your advice with us. It is much appreciated. I have a few questions, since this is Ask the Artist, im hoping you could advise me on. I am planning to become an artist, simply put. My goal is to be fully set up withing two years to open a website, possibly an etsy shop, or pursue other online and real world sales avenues. Here is my problem and question. Right now I only have a few paintings due to lack of space. I realise I will need quite a few pieces befoe I can pursue any of the forementioned sales avenues. Unitl I move into a place with more space, adding to my exsisting art is an impossibility. How many pieces do you think would be a healthy number to start out with? I dont want to start out and appear unprofessional by only having a few pieces. Furthermore, what other things could I be working on in the meantime, so as to be ready when my assigned goal date rolls around? I would like to have all my ducks in a row long before I begin working on my sales. Do you think I should just wait until I can focus only on the art, or would it be a good idea to do the other things now, just to get them out of the way?

[@SwarezArt]

shannie medrano good heavens! I can’t possibly try to answer all of that becuase it’s way too complicated a question and one that doesn’t have a specific answer. I was forced into a corner by which pint I had 100 reasonable paintings but that doesn’t mean you need 100. I’m not sure what you should start with; only to say that the wider the choice the more possibilities you have. As for everything else? There’s never a time when it’s all ready - just get things going and develop as you go I guess? Very tough one to answer as it depends on what you define as being ready!!

[@SwarezArt]

shannie medrano hope that helps? Not sure if it does...

[@BC-eo9uo]

truth

[@jeremyacton4569]

Doing is Being.

[@SwarezArt]

Absolutely!

[@oliverhojas]

Still an amazing video! What do you think about NFT? Do you participate in that?

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks! NFT will be a big player in the future of art. I am currently curating a significant portfolio.

[@oliverhojas]

@@SwarezArt Okay cool. I havee the same feeeling. What do you use as a Platform? I heard MarkersPlace is good for fine artists

[@iveyao120]

Wonderful advice :)

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you so much!

[@PirateOfTheNorth]

You're right. I'm just drawing but I have no direction or goal :/

[@sebastianmelmoth685]

I don't paint to be successful... I paint to be competent.

[@darylcumming7119]

Don't conform try and be yourself first. It was never meant to be easy . "Don't believe the hype ?"

[@SwarezArt]

Wise words indeed!

[@TnagerSugus]

Persistence Yes. Wavering the luck it takes to succed; irrational.

[@Paul-su3qh]

The truth Bro! Nothin but the truth...!

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks Paul!

[@motruthhunter]

There are a few hundred people who have my work hanging in their homes internationally, and wanting it badly enough has nothing to do with it. The economies are such that art sales suck and it is getting worse every day. I have a painting I will put up against anything out there and anyone who can help me sell it, I will give them 15% (1 million). Any takers?

[@SwarezArt]

Would disagree a little. Fully appreciate that the global economy is rubbish but I have such a desire to stay doing this that I will sit on the phone every day ringing organisations and potential clients (in all kinds of commercial environments) until someone takes notice. So that's how badly I want it - to continue to move forward in an economy that is constantly trying to do the opposite. I cannot rely on others to help me sell because no one gives a s**t as much as I do. I offer the same as you to people for a commission to sell and no-one wants to do anything. Give me a link to your work and I will happily see if I can earn my 15%!!!!

[@twangel46]

Hmm, probably but you have to be able exhibit it viably which I havent got because i am in an italian outback

[@Capricosm]

#1 tip : there are too many people who think they are artists & not enough buyers . You will make more money by collecting quality art at give away prices . Or try selling art materials to every wanna be artist.

[@ThePaintingStoof]

very motivational!

[@SwarezArt]

Thanks very much!

[@omirlee3908]

GREAT VIDEO

[@SwarezArt]

Thank you so much!

[@matthewpicklesimer293]

Proverbs 15:31 if you listen to constructive criticism you will be at home among the wise!

[@Ferry-ug6ip]

I have been trying to watch the last minute and 15 seconds of this video for an HOUR on multiple devices and it just won't load! 😦😧 KZbin GET IT TOGETHER!

[@Ferry-ug6ip]

Of course when I yell about it it finally loads, lmao. Great talk, dude!

[@bobdooly3706]

Swarez proves to succeed as a painter you don't need artistic talent .

[@SwarezArt]

Just as you don't need anything but a keyboard to sound like a twat....

[@bobdooly3706]

@@SwarezArt , your brutal advice to artists could have been more factual and informative. In reality any artist can upload a painting on Ebay , Etsy or any other website and sell . Its not that difficult. What is even better is one can buy these artists paintings on the internet . Take better , more professional photos of the art hanging on walls in trendy settings . Write a more descriptive comment about the artist and painting , double or triple the price and sell them . Its not rocket science .

[@SwarezArt]

​@@bobdooly3706 maybe - but creating something sustainable and with substance takes huge effort. It depends on what you want to build really. I chose to comitt to a website that takes up a lot of my time and is built with longevity and around visitors. I care about what I do and that will ultimately be reflected by those who like and enjoy that too. Sure, it's not complicated in principle but to do it with quality and substance still requires effort and dedication. Thanks for your thoughts.

[@bobdooly3706]

@@SwarezArt , so what you are implying is that one does not need artistic talent to succeed as an artist. Just effort at marketing via a website.

[@averyhenhawk]

7:24 long euphemism for figure it out urself

[@mlounis5987]

Hi Swarez, can you explain please what are those black painting rolling supports stands and how exactly you attach big different size painting on it. And where did you buy those stands. Thanks for your great advises !

[@SwarezArt]

My pleasure! They are clothes rails that I bought off Amazon quite cheaply. I used 'U' shaped hooks to hook over the top rail then I placed the paintings on using the crossbar at the back - they just hook on! Hope that helps?

[@leahkamga4779]

Well i know u said like to not let this go thrugh your head but that kinda does hirt but im king of an artist but im not one

[@SwarezArt]

Sometimes it's good to keep things real and simple - it often helps us through the difficult times.

[@kernowarty]

Is that your studio in the video?

[@SwarezArt]

kernowarty yes it is!!!

[@masonkanterbury3007]

Great lecture! You've changed my life. Come look at my art...just kidding. Cheers!

[@Capricosm]

Tip #2 : make sure you wear a tea pot cosy on your head.

[@SwarezArt]

Too busy keeping my teapot warm (you do have a fixation for my head gear - that's the third time you've mentioned it). Must be a hat fetish...

[@Capricosm]

#4 tip : if a painting doesnt sell within 2 years ( on the internet) , then offload it at an auction or junk sale. If it still doesnt sell then attack it with an axe....so satisfying.

[@SwarezArt]

Or do what I do and just sell them? I find that the preferred option but hey, do what makes you happy...

[@royalecrafts6252]

Art is subjective, you can put 1000 hours of hard work marketing making your art better, people still wont buy it lol

[@SwarezArt]

There is always that risk for sure, however, I do believe that there is an audience for almost everything - finding it is the key!!!

[@DAYBROK3]

how many artists in here going "great info mate" are women?? how many of you have someone cleaning up after you? feeding you? washing your clothes cause you got to look great for the gallery? are you watching your children while working on you work? yeah the advice is great if you can ignore all of the rest of your life.

[@Paintedcolour]

Hi! I see your point, I'm also an artist and a mother. I don't think getting angry with guys because they don't have your kind of responsibilities helps. I'm an artist and a mother and the message resonates with me too, because there are lots of things we can ask do better. In my case I'm reading the book 'art write' and working on rewriting my artist statement, bio, etc. Sometimes producing work is not enough, you have to get lots of people to see it as well (KZbin videos help!). I feel your frustration about not having someone helping!

[@sehuroka]

90% of the population in the world is poor, this include a wide spectrum of people that practice some disciplines that we can call jobs (labors, technicians, degrees-workers, etc.) Included yours. So you are saying that that's the reason of the failure of the system as a society, "Not enough hard work". Sorry for dissent, but I think that is a lot more complex than you portrayed. We don't need to scratch that much to put a lot ( may be most of the cases)of samples of people that with much less effort, crativity, talents, merits, than others reach "success". This world is full of poverty, and if you are just thinking about your job let me tell you that there's space for wider consciousness. To accept your opinion as correct is like accept that Trump or Biden are genuinely the best human beings choices in our country capables to lead our society to a better way of life. Is simply more complex. Main Stream Media want us to see it that way. I want to think your are a great guy with a not correct but very popular opinion about particular subject. Thanks for the walk through background!

[@albertinsinger7443]

It is more than work. You can work as much as you want. And it even does not depend on talent. Making a living with art is a question of luck. It is not possible to do it on your own like this chap. You need to get into the big galleries. Small galleries are a complete waist of time.

[@SwarezArt]

Um, excuse me - 'this chap' is me and I make a living and have done for ten years so, with respect, your comment is incorrect and poorly observed. It is absolutely possible to do this on your won and I am proving that every single day!!! Luck has NOTHING to do with me being successful. If that's what you really believe you will get nowhere. I am succeeding because I want to and choose my own destiny. Why would you leave it to a big gallery? Probably because it saves you having to do all that work yourself. And that's another reason why artists don't succeed - they won't take responsibility of their own future. I did and look where I am. No galleries, no trust fund, no savings, no luck, no handouts and no silver spoon. Sheer hard work and determination. Try it - you'll be surprised where it can take you.

[@jasonharrold8429]

I don't see any art.

[@Capricosm]

Tip #3 : create paintings which buyers want to hang on their wall , not esoteric shit .

[@SwarezArt]

Good job I do the first one you mention

[@Tshego2000]

He's right....but he is only telling half of the story.

[@SwarezArt]

What's the other half then?

[@Tshego2000]

@@SwarezArt the other half is talent. I love your content and my intention is not to troll or minimize your rigorous hard work. In the real world the playing field isn't perfectly level therefore my 10 000 hours could be someone else's 20 000 hours. Inequality is a fundamental part of reality that is unavoidable and talent exists. All this means is that If person A is talented and person B isn't; then if we all work our asses off to the extreme, person A will always crush Person B. But there is another problem. Talent might be able to predict creative potential to a certain extent, but creative achievement is a bit more hard to quantify. the essence of what I am trying to say is that some people can work for decades and still get nowhere because they had nothing under the hood to work with in the first place or they are just unlucky. Art is a brutal battle field with a very finite amount of successes.

[@SwarezArt]

It's a great response and thank you for sharing it. The last sentence especially. But I still believe that talent is only a stepping stone. I am proof of that and whether you perceive if I have any or not is a matter of your own perceptions. But I absolutely agree that you can indeed work and work and work and get nowhere because of how closed-minded this industry is. Again you're right about quantifying achievement and success because that in itself is measured in all kinds of ways. I just wat to earn a living and I do that. But does that make me successful? Who knows!!! Really appreciate your thoughts and thank you for sharing them!

[@Tshego2000]

@@SwarezArt 👑Thanks, God bless you and have a great day.