The Most Expensive Art Mistakes I've Made

[@gailwinds5183]

That is one catchy title, also it would be interesting to see a video where you use art supplies you regret buying (like those markers and pencils in your closet)

[@yumayae8514]

yessss I SUPPORT THIS

[@gailwinds5183]

Zasminz oh yeah I figured! Theyre probably great supplies, but it would be fun to see Robin using a medium we dont normally see her use

[@amypattie7004]

Agreed!

[@heatherbretsch8438]

I'm absolutely loving your new paintings! Also, your hair is awesome!!

[@sunnivaleflair3576]

The most expensive art mistake ive made is doing art bye bye money

[@AshaJacobb]

great comment !

[@keepitprofessional2296]

I FELL YOUR PAIN

[@PaulaRhoadesscaretrap16]

so true

[@MeowMeowKapow]

Lol, between the cost of new materials, and the inconsistent income through sales? And the extra expense of suddenly becoming obsessed with something new? Haha. Yupppp.

[@whade62000]

Don't forget also the unseen loss of cash from not choosing a more lucrative job or skill to learn which might add up to being your costliest mistake of them all (but then if you chose art you probably knew you'd be into high satisfaction, low income jobs opposed to lowfulfilment, high pay)

[@lexkennedy3241]

The point about making/charging a living wage hits SO HARD. I don’t know why no one wants to discuss the business side of art. I’ve made a video or two about it myself but no one seems to be talking about such an important topic? I don’t get it

[@raventrunite6459]

Lex the Artist d u d e this comment made me check out your channel- your art is stunning, ur really undersellin yourself w/ that profile pic ngl

[@lexkennedy3241]

Raven Trunite hey thanks for checking out my channel! I’m glad you like my work! Yeaaah I’ve been thinking about changing my profile pic for a while now but she’s like my logo so idk 😂

[@funnytime1111]

I think most artist just don’t feel like they have a good understanding of business, at least not well enough to tell others how to do business

[@lexkennedy3241]

Allison Sedar I mean I guess, but some advice is better than none. The only thing I’m still unsure of is taxes, but most other things when it comes to business are pretty copy/paste, especially with the sole prop/working for yourself artist life

[@evangelinepoe8952]

Kendall Hillegas has quite a few videos about the business side. Her art is beautiful too.

[@PeterBeckleyArt]

"Hope you're here next week. Yes." is one of the best sign-offs I've seen lol. Great video, some really valuable info from the less-than-glamorous side of our chosen life. Keep up the great work!

[@KoriandrOfTheStars]

Robin dun' changed her hair (fab), moved (win) and changed her name (???). The FRICK have I been?????

[@Nonorama]

Not in Utah XD

[@lauraomerzu5774]

I knoww

[@izzyr9590]

Ikr

[@Maijorsam]

those subtitles under the first part of the video

[@rustledjimmies7286]

-/ferretser/- they aren't even funny

[@Maijorsam]

Nice to know.

[@penutbutterpickles]

I loved them a lot!

[@quinn9256]

Despa seeto I thought they were quirky and humorous, maybe not comedy gold-- but there's no need to be such a killjoy.

[@magdaara4343]

that's subjective xd

[@AAPNG]

aaaaaaaaa I cringed so hard when you bought a new laptop when the hard drive was the problem oooooooooo

[@tylerc9243]

This is a great service for up and coming artists like me who desire to sell my art and eventually make a living from it but is kinda afraid of the whole idea. These tips are very helpful to hear real stories from a successful artist who is doing what I aim to do for myself. Thank you for the tips and never stop being amazing Robin!!

[@raventrunite6459]

ROBIN MY GIRL JUST WANTED TO SAY I'M REALLY LOVING YOUR CONTENT RIGHT NOW ! THE YT ART COMMUNITY CAN BE REALLY SELF ABSORBED AND PETTY BUT YOU'RE INSIGHTFUL AND YOUR PAINTINGS ARE ABSOLUTELY LOVELY- THEY ALWAYS MAKE ME WANT TO WORK ON ONE OF MY OWN 💙💙💙

[@cdorothy444]

I am starting out on acrylics and I love Winsor and Newton Galeria. I also used a limited palette, only four colors including white (with reference to the limited palette of oil paints others use). This creates a large array of colors, saves money, and I am so happy about myself!

[@vickierayhill4637]

Can you discuss the PALLETTE you use. A few videos back I realized what you are using and it's a great idea! Especially when you were doing the small plein air landscapes and your pallete became your easel too!

[@blandbrothers]

I've enjoyed watching your style change over time. You somehow figured out how to make raw, whimsical, emotional feeling pieces while retaining your signature detail oriented work. It's a perfect combination of technical skill with playful experimentation and rugged, unpolished brushstrokes. Hard to articulate but basically I just love it.

[@ThePortraitArt]

@Thunderdog you can do art with a pencil and paper , or $10 paints and brushes. The material is cheapest part. In your case I'm guessing the real expense you paid is your time, from a lack of proper learning / practice / marketing guidance. The most expensive mistake (in general, not counting non-relevant specific outliers like betting all your fortune on a particular stock, which is not what we talking about) is almost* always misuse of time, that's true not just in art but .. life?

[@angiedoan1055]

Robin i just love when you speak out and you're using your hands to "dance" or show us something! It just make my day! Your house and hair looks AMAZING!

[@ranthetrashcan]

robin's hair is brighter then my future

[@GarmanyRachel]

Impostor syndrome has me crippled. Logically I know I wouldn't have everyone and their aunt asking me for art unless I'm good enough, but I barely charge enough, or not even enough, to cover supplies. I just CAN'T seem to make myself charge more... The anxiety is so strong. If I enjoy the process I might even give it away. If I didn't have a partner with a "real" job I'd be homeless.

[@alexism.1701]

I tried yellow paint for Van Gogh. Lemon yellow in oil and acrylic. Oil was surprisingly robust.

[@reelovely738]

I listened to this video while I organized my various art supplies. I took out somethings while you mentioned your markers. Im giving away supplies I stop using. Feels so good to organize and pruge!

[@boreale2077]

I love to watch you paint. It makes me want to jump to my art supplies and paint instead of procrastinating. So thank you for that !

[@ShawNshawN]

Fun talk on all the disasters in art biz. Great painting in the background. Thanks for sharing!

[@britshell]

thank you for putting a countdown for the commercial at the beginning, you are my hero of the day.

[@ellespoonies]

THANK YOU for discussing the business side of things and even vaguely talking about taxes and expenses, nobody ever explains those things and it's so hard as a freelancer to have to figure all that out on your own.

[@potassiumperson2550]

The colors in your painting are so beautiful and lively! Also, great video, thank you so much for making it:)

[@Quigimon]

Awesome tips all the way around. I've practiced diligently at maintaining the artist status and avoiding simply becoming an art supply curator. I splurged on a limited pallete of colors in 150 ml and simply buy specialty colors as needed and in small tubes. It has served me well in both economy and education. On a side note the hair is awesome!

[@leanzadoodles5354]

Charging has always been tough for me and I always undercharge my services because I feel like I don’t have enough experience to charge a decent price. I always hear this advice but I still end up underpricing 😣 Anyways I loved hearing about your experiences and it’s comforting to know that pretty much everyone makes mistakes like that! Also love your hair 💜

[@chelsealoeffler2945]

this video is EPIC. i started art journey and shes right NEVER stop. I do it because i LOVE it. Its my release of stress. I find i paint more mosaic style. People dont understand it but its not worthless lol. but MATERIALS and sales. it all started with a pandemic and i bought everything i could so i would be sane on lockdown. I cant find enough brushes! i have no idea the quality of paints but moving them across the canvas is learned easy enough to produce a look im trying for. Robin, as a beginning artist (hobby) your videos have confirmed some things i was already doing naturally (reference photo/ color theory book/ heavy paper to track practice and growth) keep doing what you're doing! I hope someday i can share with you my mosaic cactus in the sunset

[@seigeengine]

I honestly have to give the opposite advice to people getting into art: invest in decent supplies. You don't have to get a lot, but cheap supplies are the devil's work. Passion is developed, not automatic, and trying to work with shitty supplies is a fast way to lose interest. The last thing a beginner at something needs is to get frustrated fighting with their tools, and getting confused whether it's the media or their lack of skill that's causing the problems.

[@Oxalis_stricta]

Depends on the supplies. There is a difference even in small price differences. Like the difference between one dollar watercolor and two dollar watercolor can be insane.

[@mrsblastedmonkeyc1582]

was wondering if you have ever tried golden's glazing medium? I think it is something you would love for your acrylics. its both a glaze and a retarder in one, so awesome

[@DarkMaguini]

I just wanna say that was the BEST transition to an ad I've ever seen at the start there, made me look forward to listen to what you had to say about skillshare XD

[@alaysiakayebutler6299]

BLICKS!!!! i knew i loved you :) i learn best when smiling.. thanks a bunch for sharing your generosity and enthusiasm

[@GarmanyRachel]

I'm loving your brushstrokes and color choice, really striking

[@rafaelaverdan4778]

I love how your paintings are evolving, keep growing!

[@lllkidee310]

Rendom question what paper do you use? Every time i use paper instead of a canvas to paint it buckles up and im afraid to ruin my painting

[@angelavelasquez8705]

fucking, steven sameee

[@MeiIkaruga]

What kind of tape do you use on your sketchbooks when you're creating a border to remove later?

[@Steeksify]

As far as computers go... If you DO NOT ABSOLUTELY NEED A LAPTOP TO ACCOMPLISH 75% OF YOUR WORK, DO NOT GET A LAPTOP. Most desktop computers can be upgraded as needed to handle more labor-intensive work. Laptop computers are considered disposable. You're paying $1,000+ for technology that will either be obsolete in 2 years (and not able to be upgraded) AND are not actually optimized to continue functioning WELL beyond a few years. (Laptops get very, very hot and this can easily shorten the expected lifespan of a computer). Buy a desktop for your heavy-duty tasks like digital painting, video editing, 3d sculpting, gaming, or anything that generally "looks nice". These are all difficult on your CPU, GPU and RAM. Save your laptop for word-processing, internet browsing, or low-end painting doodles. This will ensure you're actually getting the equipment you need at a non-convenience-inflated price (laptops cost like 3x more for the SAME quality desktop parts) AND are able to customize the parts as your needs grow. It also means if you mess up - like frying the keyboard or breaking your monitor, you're not out the entire thing. A monitor is costly, but $300 is an easier pill to swallow than $1,000+. Many, many companies out there offer custom-built computer services for fair prices. You pick the parts you want (or tell them what you want to accomplish) and they build the computer for you and ship it out. Learning to build computers is a great, money-saving skill and is not nearly as hard as it seems. You have to do a lot of cross checking, but for the most part, it's pretty simple. This also means you can deck out your rig to make sure it's either in the way and gorgeous, or tucked away in such a way that it won't jeopardize the internal components.

[@paintingtheskykingdom9005]

Beautiful work here, and great tips, but can you please tell me, were these paintings acrylic or oil. I think Oil because of your palate and how smooth the paint was, but you were talking about acrylic, and apparently painting fast (could be an illusion!) so maybe it was acrylic.

[@angelavelasquez8705]

Susan sameeee. I want to know what she is using

[@magdaara4343]

I've been following for a few years now and.... I think you should write a book, like, not now but in the future. The way you look at your experiences is amazing, and it's already helping many many people so the idea of you writting and developing the thoughts from your videos into a book sounds magical to me!

[@saltlifegull4091]

I feel sorry for what you've been thru and your struggles. Great tips!

[@gemmawhite8723]

I could watch you paint ALL day. Amazing, So relaxing ....and you are such beautiful, funny thing x

[@cremscheid]

you are a freaking nut job. i love you and think you are amazing. extreamly talented and full of energy that is contagious and that is what the world needs more of. you are helping so many people Robin so if you want to call it work keep up the good job. being called crazy is one of the best compliments you can get other wise your just one of the sheep. and that cat in your nieghbors window was the cutest thing ever please put that in a painting

[@goblinwisdom]

Taxes: research how much the art that you make is taxed digital/ physical/ permanent sculpture etc. And always add that tax to your price on top of what your asking. Book keeping: some places you need to have a bookeeper by law others not so. There are simple introductions on how to , right here on YT.

[@Nonorama]

My favorite example, when people only want to pay like 10$ for something.. I'm like "ok...so 10$....at leas 7% go to VAT taxes and then there are the other earngn taxes at the end of the year....hm..got my bils...jep I exactly made like 1,50$ an hour XD

[@emeraldqueen1994]

“There’s no mistakes in art there are only happy accidents” bob ross 😉

[@kalievans7818]

Anyone else get these questions? Can you draw me? Can you draw my friend? Can you draw my dog? Can you draw my pet? Can you draw me a ________?

[@ladybug6450]

Where was this video a year ago!? Thank you for the advice!! Extremely helpful for newbs (like me!).

[@Oxalis_stricta]

I have wanted to get expensive watercolors since I started using water colors about four years ago. I just decided to get some this year and I am glad I waited until I was sure I liked the medium. They were expensive but worth it.

[@rayofsunshine6210]

I love your channel so much! My art has come along way from watching you and your videos of do’s and don’ts. I love your artwork and you! ❤️ I inspire to be as amazing as you, one day ❤️ keep up the amazing work and your hair is super cool! You rock Purple! ❤️💞

[@maura462]

It's so important to talk about money, especially the taxes thing. Nice job :) good luck with the new place!

[@catherinawidjaja1500]

Like the new hair

[@Sockr3t]

Me too

[@PetzoldJessica]

YESSS THE HAIR!!! I LOVE!! your videos have been helping me and my art soooo much thank you robin!!

[@arjayadrid9933]

You inspire me so much, I'm very thankful I came across one of your videos a year ago! I adore you so much and I love your works! ☁️💓

[@ComradeTofu]

Congrats on the move and the GORGEOUS new hair!

[@klienart]

Loved watching you paint, makes me want to! Literally taxes never occurred to me, wow.

[@Nonorama]

The "know your worth" topic is one I recently addressed in my newest video as well. I feel like, with the pricing culture we're somehow cultivating through the internet, young artists and also those who want to commission a piece, need a healthy nudge to...what's the value of things. It is a topic that hardly ever get's discussed enough. people like to talk about art and passion.....but money, making a living? Nope.

[@zaqua9504]

Oo, i love the new look robin! I feel i new art/life chapter coming for you! I wish you all the luck and love on your journey 💙

[@Impassion]

I just saw the J.R.R.Tolkien exhibit in NYC, and got really inspired to start drawing and hopefully work up to watercolors. I have a habit of getting really psyched on some new endeavor, spending the money on all the related 'stuff,' and then losing interest or getting discouraged immediately. This time I am taking a couple blank books I acquired for free, and the regular pencils I already have a ton of, and just starting with that. I'm decluttering my place by using things up and I am making myself put in some work before I buy anything. I really hope I don't get discouraged or lose interest, but at this point I think it's wise to go slow... so I don't end up like the girl you bought the paints from!

[@peeler22345]

your new hair looks so nice! its such a nice shade of purple

[@pingshi2905]

Okay 4:10 same but with colour pencils. So yesterday, I got my first like POLYCHROMOS AND PRISMACOLOUR.... and of course I get home and I drop them in like 5 minutes my white is like half it’s original length now

[@moniquewilliams8896]

One art mistake is not watching ur videos lol

[@-lbrowniebrowniel-2717]

"WHY HAVE I BEEN CURSED WITH SO MUCH BRAIN FART? CURSE YOU BRAIN FART. NOOOOOOO! And that's why I love captions/text going on screen

[@heyhoshi_]

I instinctively grab my sketchbook when you upload. 😂❤

[@anoosha.u7511]

I love your videos and they really inspire me to get out of art block, also purple looks amazing on you.

[@sarah-ez8mp]

How do you do taxes and what are they I'm so confused.

[@Demi.d3mi]

Gbbhnn1 yo same. No one teaches you about it at all and we are all somehow supposed to be experts

[@dahvable]

Turbo Tax! It does it for you. You just have to put in the information it asks for. Or pay an accountant to do them for you lol

[@PumpkinemperorTV]

Nice hair! And I really enjoyed the paintings you showed in this video!

[@canne4517]

I love the purple hair 💜 it so different in a good way

[@Robin-wu8nz]

Hey I keep telling you this but you inspire me so much!! My work has been so much better ever since I started watching you and following your advice! Thankyou and uh.. I like your name😉

[@JeffOates]

Just perfect! You're a great artist and teacher

[@MissemmzYy1995]

Glad to see you back at it :) you are one of my fave KZbin artists ❤️ so skilled and full of personality! loving the new hair 😍your point of the lack of talk around business side of art is soooo true I’m still in the giving stuff away to friends for free stage cause I feel the stuff I make isn’t ‘good enough’ to sell. When someone bought a photo I took of a piece of string in my uni exhibition for £30 I was so shocked and to this day feel guilty for taking the money. Absolutely clueless as to how to start pricing work when just starting out and weather I even want to sell or just continue doing it as a hobby and giving it to people who really want it.

[@winterwilde6153]

You are literally my favourite artist, I love watching your videos. ❤️❤️❤️

[@saimahramen]

I've taken a break from art for a while. It's time to slowly gain confidence to do art again. (Scared noise) also I love your hair! Sending love from somewhere, ❤

[@mowtie]

ooh the last painting gives me a bit of a Van Gogh vibe because of the yellow and blue and also very nice video! :D

[@ksuhuh]

That contract for commissions and having a deposit for your hours in advance is really good! Thank you 😁

[@fizzaro4105]

You are awesome. Your painting are so colorful, in detail so lively.. pease make step by step tutorial of these painting.....😥😥😥

[@oOMonkeyMagicOo]

Excellent advice and awesome hair colour choice!

[@Mojichan13]

Good watercolorpaper and brushes were one of the most expensive art materials I invested and boy, oh boy, that was so worth it.

[@daniellafiorilli6708]

Love the crashing wave painting!!

[@sydneytheartist3556]

OMIGOSH YOUR HAIR! ITS SOOO PRETTY

[@Emilia-ti5lz]

Love your honesty! Thank you for sharing your experience with us :-D

[@benstroud2581]

Also, I’m so happy, in England we finished for summer break about an hour ago 😁😁😁😁

[@Bocahj4]

This advice is very, very useful! Thanks for the one worth.

[@martimajor4766]

Sitting here watching you paint. I live in Salt Lake City and am wondering if you teach on the WasatchFront?

[@elisaberghaus328]

„15$ and up - per brush“ - well the watercolorist in me laught and cried at the same time😂😭

[@aquabluerose7734]

Electronics can have a lot of costly problems! Good point about checking thoroughly what the problem is before throwing money at it.

[@Mewmedd]

OMG I love what you did with your hair!!!

[@greysen3859]

About investing in the expensive art supplies thing: I noticed when I want really good, really expensive supplies in materials I rarely use, it's because I want it to immediately be good. Use the cheap stuff to build your knowledge of the material before buying the expensive brands

[@dianaandrada4762]

GURL YOUR HAIR IS STUNNING 😍

[@procrasticus1915]

youre such a great artist and i really love watching your videos

[@juliewatercolors5811]

I LOVE YOUR HAIR!! I also love your videos and really enjoy seeing you pop up in my notifications!

[@manon7521]

I LOOVE your new hair Robin!

[@mariamarabi718]

Love the hair. It totally matches your personality! :D

[@amermaid8400]

I love love love the paintings you made! and your new hair is incredible! time for a self portrait, I'd say! :) also, I would love to see it up in a braided crown hairstyle, that would be so pretty. sorry, rambling here! back to the topic: I like you art a lot and appreciate all your tips ad advice! you are a mayor inspiration.

[@pthalo-creates9650]

Ahhh! Look at that hair! :D You’re rocking it!

[@epytomes2839]

I love your hair. Purple is definitely your color! Also your art is amazing!

[@Skylarblue365]

Oh my gosh I KNOW the pain! Sometimes you can’t help but buy more Copic markers than what you can afford 😂 THEYRE JUST TOO GOOD!

[@aquabluerose7734]

Copics are awesome! Yeah one expensive mistake I'm trying to be really careful to avoid is buying sets of copics that have some colors that are the same as ones i have!

[@Skylarblue365]

Aqua Bluerose that’s why you gotta buy individuals!! Kind of like making your own set!

[@aquabluerose7734]

Yep I usually get individual markers but I got 1 copic set on sale and some cheap off brand sets and I'm looking into getting another copic set or 2 on sale in the future. I usually look at all the color names and numbers super carefully before getting any new markers, whether copic or otherwise.

[@superpeachydraws]

most expensive art mistake probably relates to me feeling a impulsive need to buy art supplies that i know how to use but will never use

[@sweettea3390]

Nice hair I loaf it so much something new is always awesome And the new house is awesome looking!!!!!!

[@RonBats]

Great video, good to see you back! :)

[@athenq1747]

Love you so much robin aswell as your work you’re so inspirational

[@darthjay8269]

Love your new hair! This vid was pretty useful!

[@mangof.6054]

If you spill anything on your keyboard again, use rice! It absorbs all the moisture and has saved my phone several times. Since I doubt you have airtight bags as big as your laptop, pour the rice on the keyboard and use cling wrap to cover it up. Leave it for several hours to a day or two depending on the amount of liquid and it will be gone. I would keep a special bag of rice and box of cling wrap in the same room as the computer so you don't have to go looking.