the joy of being mediocre at stuff 🌟 pottery & drawing vlog

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[@emilytetreault2516]

"What's the point of doing something if you're not good at it?" is like the motto of all Smart Kids with Undiagnosed ADHD, even once we get diagnosed.

[@evelinkorrekturlesedienst1218]

I'd say the "motto" is connected to shame and social upbringing based on our societal performance pressure. Can't see the direct link to ADHD. But maybe you didn't mean to post ADHD as a cause for this mindf*ck.

[@leighharrison9761]

Low self esteem caused by ADHD is well documented, so both could be true!

[@melissasullivan1658]

I’m also kind of the opposite, in that my adhd will make me obsess until I master something and then I’m IMMEDIATELY over it.

[@josten-10]

"I've been having a lot of fun being bad" I love this and it really resonates with me with trying to learn something new and just allowing myself to go through the process. And seeing how my newfound creativity and style come through as I keep practicing and understanding what I'm doing is the loveliest thing even if the start wasn't as grand as I originally wanted it to be

[@michaelalala]

I once read a quote that was along the lines of "The journey is enough." It's always a nice reminder to me to not only enjoy the final process of something, but the actual creating/frustrating parts, too! I've taken a few pottery courses this past year and dude... it is SO hard! One of my instructors mentioned that Japanese potters spend a year? focused on centering-this also opened my eyes to how much I try and rush to the final product, as opposed to enjoying the process and actively learning and growing along the way. Great video! It was perfect to watch during my evening crochet session :)

[@ttwistedlogic]

thoughts: - the colour of your mask really brings out your eyes!! - I used to take improv classes and perform for many years before the pandemy and one vital lesson I learned was "permission to fail". In fact, we would do exercises where we would purposely be bad on stage and support each/find joy in that. That really carried over into other creative areas of my life. It's so freeing to normalize being "mediocre" like you said! What's more, sharing what you perceive as not your best performance with others contributes to that "permission to fail" - so yeah! thanks for sharing!

[@cathryncaldarola6298]

4:38 when peppers eyes matched your sweater :,,)

[@varya_vaani]

actually picked up my pen and also sketch silly things in my tiny sketch book after so long. it turned out alright! except for the cats. the cats turned out very funny looking. Hearing you say "it doesn't need to be grand or something big"(in reference to getting back to art after a while, made me feel very inspired and so i sketched along! and it was fine! it wasn't something big but it was fun :D

[@littletinyegg]

this video felt different yet familiar in such a good way ♥️ I like that we got to go out into the world with you- holy cow is your pottery studio gorgeous!! Also the sketching time was delightful 😤

[@cheyennebarton]

oh, i'm interested in how it felt different!!! i'm so glad you enjoyed it

[@littletinyegg]

Just felt more refined and grown up? maybe it was leaving the house but the slightly different format from your old vlogs was really nice and interesting! @@cheyennebarton

[@ashleylantz]

I am always amazed at how confidently you draw in pen. So impressed. I taught ceramics for two years. I was absolutely trash in highschool, picked it back up in college because I was DETERMINED to be good at it. I loooove seeing other people who had a similar experience to me get hooked on it. Ceramics is so fun. There are so many cool things you can do and make. Sometimes people are wheel people and there are hand building people. Then there’s all the different firing techniques. So. Much. To. Learn. It’s truly a treat. I love working with porcelain white salt or soda firing. Ugh so fucking cool. I’m giving you all the good energy on your ceramics journey. So hyped for you.

[@Zoievan23]

This couldn’t be more relatable. Being bad is seen as such a shameful thing and it’s come to really take over my psyche. Even with starting a new job or a new hobby, it’s really difficult for me to exist and be bad at something. Let alone enjoy it. You’re definitely not the only one, and this was a helpful reminder. I need this reminder daily

[@tarabooartarmy3654]

Mediocre gang in the hiz-ouse!!

[@gentlygrace]

YAHHOOOOO

[@sarahwilley7471]

Lately I've been struggling to accept my ADHD diagnosis, in part because I never realized how impactful it was to my day to day life until I got burnt out yet again trying to do everything and not being able to keep up. I've been thinking about you and your work a lot and have appreciated your content for encouraging my practice and reminding me to find grace. ✨️

[@axellis8333]

I just started the video, haven't finished it but wanted to immediately comment - THE TITLE OF THIS VIDEO IS SO IMPORTANT FOR ARTISTS OF ANY SKILL LEVEL! Just have fun, if you want to improve then you can and should but the joy of art should be the only real focus.

[@benwrex6280]

Girl, I took TWO QUARTERS of ceramics in college, back to back, and by the end I still sucked at pulling handles and trimming feet. I was a pretty good hand builder/sculptor, but the wheel was sooooo hard and I never *really* got the hang of it. But it was fun! You got good at drawing by doing it a lot, right? Little kid Chey probably did not draw that well, I'm assuming, cause most little kids don't draw that well. But we keep doing it because we love and it's fun, and we get better! I am glad pottery is helping you to overcome your fear of being bad at things. I haven't been drawing much lately cause life has been overwhelming, and I'm getting rusty, but I plan to keep making art for the rest of my life, so I've got time to sort it out. Lovely vlog, thank you for sharing this with us!

[@maxonrylee]

This was so lovely, per usual. ✨

[@andrijanarico193]

Ahh loved it! Just adore your vlogs and your art is so joyful, I love watching you drawing ❤

[@mkashima2]

your videos make me smile ♡ thank you very much

[@readingdewleaves]

Ily videos and art so much ☺️

[@nematarot7728]

Love the drawing footage! ❤️ And I can’t wait to see your first glazed pieces! The forms are gorgeous so far 🥰

[@six.studios]

oh your sketchbook spreads are SUCH an inspiration! I highkey recommend those wood panels. painting on wood is one of my favorite things to do. I've only tried it with gouache, but the paint goes down so smooth even without me properly prepping the canvas (because i do not know how lol) but it makes for such a nice work surface!!

[@sowohlleben2758]

thats exactly the video and the comfort i needed today :) thanks

[@smol_wolf]

The drawings are super cute, it motivated me to draw again as well! Thank you for sharing this, I would love to see more of your drawing process!

[@itslaurennotkim]

this is one of my fav sketchbook spreads by you, chey! so bubbly and whimsical. it looks like characters from cute little universe of your making!

[@maikavandal3255]

That was so real, thankyou for sharing and being honest about your feelings and your thoughts.

[@dermurt]

Ah i love your art videos, it always inspires me to just draw and its so freeing and creative

[@Bottledincandescence]

Thank you so much for your content! Your colorful aesthetic, chill vibes, and encouraging talks being so much peace to my morning 😊💛

[@katiepreb3961]

the perfect video to watch on a rainy gloomy morning. so cozy 🥰

[@novatempest8517]

This video is incredibly lovely, cozy, and relatable. Thank you for sharing it! And thank you so much for wearing a mask! 🖤

[@BluebirdDobbins]

Took a KZbin break and am catching up on all your videos ❤ also thanks for supporting artists and craftsman. They’re a great small business owned by employees!

[@WildRose22S]

You are soo lucky to have a art supply store like that where you live! There’s nothing like that hear not to mention that pottery studio!

[@laying-low]

This vlog made me reassured to not lean so much into my perfectionism and to still try in my art. Also, thank you for the closed captioning.

[@bluebirdsing]

I love that you're getting into pottery. Your mug is so cute! I love the handle! I didn't think I was good at pottery when I was younger, so I focused on art, but in my adult life, I decided to give it a shot again. It's definitely humbling, but so much fun! I can relate so much with trying to shift your mindset about needing to be good at something right off the bat. I'd like to think I'm a lot better at pottery now, but the thing I love about it is there is so much to learn and so much room to grow and it really teaches you embrace the imperfect.💗

[@wintangwarastri5618]

THANK YOU for coining the term “mediocre consistency”! Gonna go ahead and implant that as a new go-to while doing my OCD therapy. Lovely video and vibes as always, Cheyenne dear.❤

[@catmothcrow]

I really appreciated this video... it's such a great reminder that perfection isn't a "thing" and what's important is the act of creating.

[@adarlingreader]

It's been forever since I've watched any of your vlogs but this one really hit today. Reminded me of why I love indulging in artsy activities, even when I'm not instantly great at it.

[@KatBranch]

Thanks, it was fun to watch! Inspiration!

[@Jenriska]

I love watching you doodling ❤❤❤

[@lochtessmonsterxoxo]

YES to the wonder of being bad at something! I've struggled with that my whole life, only in the last few years have I allowed myself to be imperfect/an amateur. Your pottery is looking cute already btw!

[@fuzzydragons]

Pottery can def be hard but once the basics are figure out it can be very relaxing. being bad at something can actually make an activity more enjoyable since a person usually isnt too worried about the outcome since they know it will be bad, they can just be in the moment, talk to more people or just act like a goof. and yeah its cliche, but the more you do something, he better you get 😝

[@twalton]

I related to this vlog so hard. Being consistent over being "good" is also something that's been on my mind the past year. I'm really glad to see how you're putting that into practice with art and getting outside. Also, my DnD character is totally an Aarokacra too! Her name is Luna. She's a druid and has a pet companion named Chirp - an albino pygmy flying squirrel who she rescued. My favorite part of playing DnD is coming up with little details and imaginative moments, like giving Chirp a little wooden home in my pack carved in the shape of an acorn or volunteering one of my companions to perform a song at the tavern that we come up with on the spot. It's really important to cultivate that kind of playfulness in our lives. Thanks for this wonderful vlog. :)

[@thenerdymillennial]

I love the chunky handle on the mug...gives it character

[@ChantelleArts]

I’d love to try pottery one day, it looks so fun 😊 great to see you are enjoying it ❤

[@kary47619]

I honestly love your artwork so much. Like, the art style is just immaculate. I know, artist judge their work based on their own eyes of course, but honestly yours is amazing. I wish I could just pick up a pen and draw silly little creatures that are recognizable and look incredible. Wishing you all the love. I hope to see more silly little guys.

[@accidentalspaceexplorer]

Oh my god I love Francis the homing pigeon cowboy ranger, he sounds amazing!! Also I really appreciated you talking about mediocrity and being bad at things and still enjoying them, it's something that I think about a lot and also haven't figured out how to balance as well as I'd like.

[@elly_angelic]

this was such a nice video ~ felt nostalgic to some of your old videos,, I've been rewatching them recently as well,, they just give me a sense of comfort and security somehow,, anyways, always thank you for sharing with us

[@WildRose22S]

Every other cut is Cheyenne cutling pepper or Sophie! I love!

[@koettboid]

Doing things that isn't always 'making art' I find that my inspiration and ideas for creating spring to life more. Like enriching your inner world with things you enjoy. Also, spell casters is the way (I might've spent 200hrs gaming BG3 instead of arting, so I feel you) xD It was also SO freeing hearing your thoughts on letting go of your own expectations and perfectionism of your art and shifting that to instead just have fun with it - something I'll take with me from here on so thank you!

[@maosfreshstart]

It makes me not start if I'm bad at something but I still try nowadays because mediocre consistency is better than nothing. I'm sure you'll get better in pottery as you try. Love the art portion

[@ruebensandwich8342]

POTTERY!!! I'm taking a pottery course this semester!! and honestly it really is so hard but also so so so much fun!! we've just started wheel throwing!!

[@oliverjoukowsky4451]

The artists and craftsman near me closed years ago and I’ve never recovered. Ty for the lovely video and reminders for playful creation

[@kimberlyjeffers1623]

Cheyenne, I'm sorry, I love that mug. I would happily drink in that and be very happy to have made something like that. Pottery is literally the last art form I want to learn before I die. I have the same attitude as you with learning things and honestly it has taken away my joy so much, I have no choice now to leave it behind. I just want to enjoy things you know? Life is so short.

[@MinestroneChad]

I love this video, all of your videos ☺ I love just hanging out with you. Completely with you on D&D! It's such a great medium and boost for creativity!

[@caseyfurtado8688]

Omg I came here to say DIMENSION 20! Hell yes. Also your doodles are always fab don’t even worry.

[@emilywezeman]

Yes! So happy other people enjoy Artist Craftman Supply as much as I do. Definitely my favorite art store in Seattle.

[@javabeanstudio]

Your opening clip with all your colorful kitchen shelves and your head framed way at the bottom was very Wes Anderson!

[@cheyennebarton]

i agree!!! watching back the footage, i was like "oh, dang i shouldn't have reframed it"

[@paolagrando5079]

Lovely vest and kitty 😻

[@taylorkelly8286]

watched this vid on patreon but gotta show my love and support here 🩷🩷🩷 great video 😊😊

[@khadijamostudio]

Ngl, this video felt like a hug! Thank you, Chey! I hope that you're doing well and taking care of yourself :-)

[@lionelle.m]

Thank you so so so much for wearing a mask 🩵🌼

[@harty5485]

‘A homing pigeon who has forgotten his home’ noooo that is incredible but so sad 😢

[@ingelabarton395]

Your eyes are absolutely green, when you wear your green coat❣️❣️

[@ashleyreaume6486]

I so appreciate you showing your 'ugly' drawing feelings! I always want to draw, but then when i put the pencil down it feels like trash. Seeing you so talented, and you still feel the same way (even though it's not ugly!) makes my heart happy! Where did you find your inspiration/ style for your doodles?

[@cinephial]

how you feel about pottery is how i feel about drawing. I'm not good at it but it's so fun that i don't really care. it's nice to do something just for you :)

[@lekofo]

One's mediocre is someone's puuurfection🐾

[@eris1949]

my takeaway from this vlog: give in to the silly

[@vanillerygarden]

I see the return of the Persona5 ost! I only started the game because I loved the raid notification on your twitch stream, searched for the song… and that was that. 😂

[@HippieHooray]

Oooh I also feel like a mediocre artist just because I'm so low on energy 24/7 but I want to do everything I plan, so I'm not being perfectionistic about it at all, otherwise I would never make anything 😂 I really related to this as well

[@theojamescetina]

this made me want to draw again, and like not care about doing so within the lines

[@lilacdoodz]

I felt the same way about pottery as well! I was being hard on myself for not being good from the start (just b/c I'm an illustrator) lol

[@kdsketch]

I'm obsessed with Baldurs Gate 3!!! I had to get rid of the steam shortcut on my dash to remove the temptation (though the temptation is still as strong as ever ) funny because this month -- December is my busiest period of the year haha :D LOVE everything in this vlog as per usual!

[@neulasia]

throwing pottery was my lifelong dream, and when i finally got to take a class it turned out the spinning of the wheel gives me nausea, so that was that. also, my mom is amazing at ceramics and i've just not inherited any of that. now i go to belly dance class and i find it so freeing precisely because i'm bad at it! it's, like, so hard for me that i have zero ambition to ruin my mood and i actually enjoy it despite being clumsy and out of step 99% of the time.

[@leahwilton785]

I am a professional contemporary dancer. "Make Bad Art" has become one of my mantras. I cannot draw or paint but it has become SO important for me to make stuff outside of dance. I have no sense of identity tied to that. It's a no-stakes, permissive environment to make things.

[@samseverson2436]

Omg is that Fantasy High I hear in the background 🥺🤍

[@celestedouville2529]

Oh, I miss that Artist and Craftsmen store! The average Seattle person would never know the depth of content in that place~. I still have some wood panels from there, need to do something with them this year!

[@maucat29]

I adore your art style and I'm so happy when I see you've uploaded a vlog because the vibes are immaculate! I've also got the BG3 brainrot and it has helped me start to get through some serious art block...Granted I am playing more than drawing at the moment, but it is inspiring me to draw more! I drew Astarion but have plans to draw Halsin next, maybe with a flower crown because cute 😊 I'm currently playing a fem, enby, Wood Elf that's a Sorcerer (Storm Sorcery) and it is soooo fun! I can't wait to do another playthrough, thinking of doing an evil run but it is so hard for me to be mean 😭

[@cheyennebarton]

i'm doing a Durge run but where i'm fighting the urge!! so i still get all the extra astarion romance content without (almost) any of the murder :D

[@maucat29]

@@cheyennebarton Ooooh, I am super tempted to do that! It seems very stressful, buuut more romance content is winning me over lol

[@aggiemionn5981]

I actually started drawing again this year for the same reasons re: the pottery. I knew I was terrible and so I was only making art to make art, not to prove anything or produce anything of value

[@CheerUp2]

I miss my artist and crafts man in Baltimore :( Youre right it is so magical in there

[@lostraziel]

What sketchbook do you use? The paper looks like it holds up lovely.

[@eminorthworld]

We also been playing too much Baldurs gate but we still on first playthrough and can already see the many will be needed 😂

[@LisaOrgana]

having worked on BG3...it's still so weird to randomly find it mentioned in some of your favourite creator's content 🥺🥰

[@cheyennebarton]

you should be SO PROUD it’s such an incredible game!!!

[@LisaOrgana]

@@cheyennebarton thank you lovely, happy you enjoy it!!

[@fullbloomandco]

OMGosh!! I've been dying to try wet cafe. would you kindly share your thoughts on the studio?

[@cheyennebarton]

it's such a lovely space!!! the staff is wonderful, and it's nice to be able to get a latte and then immediately head to the wheel hehehe

[@totalanimalsoup]

trying to absorb the message of this video - i go years without drawing because i hate everything i make and i get in the cycle of like "why do it if i hate it --> so you can get better at it --> but i still can't make what i want to --> repeat cycle" and end up rage quitting. i genuinely don't know what to do about it anymore. TT__TT

[@mosslou9854]

very cozy wholesome vibes! the mug coloring sketches feel like a coloring book to me :3 have you ever considered making coloring pages?

[@kcheemskerk]

Did you see the announcement for the new Fantasy High season? So exciting.

[@Yu-Fei-Hung]

it means you have room for more improvement feeling

[@kmmk292929]

I see a halloween calendar behind your head when you're at your desk with a kitten with pumpkins. Where'd you get it, it looks super cute!

[@cheyennebarton]

it’s from Megan Wang !!

[@Embellishednz]

It looked on the dryer side of trimming over wet? Could be the video tho. Pottery is such a joy ❤

[@cheyennebarton]

the bottom of the bowl was distinctly more wet than the rest of the clay! my tools kept getting caught in the clay which is why i think it may have been a little too wet

[@TonyTylerDraws]

Fine, I’ll try painting again

[@EmWildflower]

Jacksepticeye! You are such a lovely and genuine person

[@belvetica]

Where is that keyboard at 19:27 from???

[@Traditionalsetup]

MashAllah beautiful kitchen my dear friend 🙏❤️🙏🙏🤲

[@sylviecella9684]

🤩🌼🤩🌼🌷

[@vanillerygarden]

For a moment I thought you were watching lessons on clearvoyance and remote viewing, but it was just BG4. 😂I stayed away from that game like the plague because it would eat up ALL my time. Fae farm was bad enough. 😅

[@cheyennebarton]

oh oh no, i was actually watching dimension 20!! hah, still dnd stuff tho~~

[@vanillerygarden]

@@cheyennebarton oh, I should have known! Brandon id EPIC!!! 🔥

[@doohyukleepak4175]

Has she a discord server?