THINGS I WISH I KNEW BEFORE I BECAME AN ARTIST 🎨 Studio Sessions Ep. 36

[@TheHushedsilence]

Way too many people look for a style without the work involved in actually working on their skills. I wish more people listened to artists who say "just practice, it'll come later" The idea of accepting rejection is definitely a lesson I'm glad I've learned, then again I'm burdened with an overabundance of confidence. I tend to agree, don't lose who you are based on what sells. Though, don't ignore what sells is also good advice. I mean, at the end of the day, drawing women is always going to attract some attention.

[@erratic_narwhal168]

Why hasn't this comment got more likes? It's painfully true.

[@micah3028]

Shades

[@turtle86652248]

Shades Of Kin h

[@shinyeevee9797]

Shades Of Kin I practice shading, small things like drawing a nose or a mouth and yesterday a wolf’s head; just using tutorials and trusting the process. and as always „every beginning is the hardest“

[@magicmoonart]

lol what is weird is, I actually naturally love drawing beautiful, attractive, curvy women! I don't do it because I think it's what people like. I do it because I really like doing it, and I'm straight! I actually find drawing men boring... no offence because I love men, but drawing them. I'm just no good at it but have no interest in practicing. I actually feel bad. I will try drawing men. When I learned I was really good at drawing and painting faces/busts, I went with what was popular. I started drawing celebrities because I thought they'd be a good selling point. I thought people might be more interested in buying or looking at my art, not just because the people were popular, but because it was people they'd recognise and know I did a good job because they looked so accurate to the real people they know.

[@bethl.1908]

This is honestly one of the best videos I've seen so far. It's so calming to hear her talk about her experience, and at the same time enjoy the work she produces. She says she's not the most polished speaker, but wow, everything she said was very well said.

[@caitlinmcgee85]

She's the most beautiful mermaid I've ever seen! ❤️❤️❤️

[@taylorhoperosenberg]

Can you make a video on coloring? Because I always hesitate to color in my drawings for fear of ruining them.

[@dragonqueen9972]

TheDarkHiddenWorld i agree so hard. I would rather shade slightly or just leave it white. But i want to venture out of my boundaries.

[@DanceObsessed8]

TheDarkHiddenWorld Yessss! When I try to color I end up ruining my drawing, but without it it just looks unfinished...

[@lbbgaaj]

Sammeeee! Sometimes it looks good, but other times it looks bad and ruined. I just leave it and try to improve later when I have more skill

[@london2486]

You should take another light piece of paper and sketch over that drawing before you color it in case you mess up.

[@cher4057]

Take a good picture of it and swatch on adobe sketch. That works for me. Or trace the drawing and color in that.

[@flamealligator6984]

Beautiful Mermaid! I love her expression, enjoying the ocean. Nice flow to her lines.

[@MaryDraws]

Glitter embellished prints would be gorgeous!

[@aminamalik7812]

Happy d.artist is the best. All of the other artists I watch I don't find them entertaining. Her style is so unique and different to what we see everyday.💜💜 her so much...

[@erimaritz4446]

I love your words about staying true to yourself with you art. Social media has really turned my ideas around and hearing your advice has really helped me. Thank you ❤️

[@christined7173]

Your videos made me go back to drawing and I really like how you inspire young and beginner artists. It’s helpful and motivating. Keep up the good work ❤️

[@BookQueen-ig7io]

I couldn't help myself- I bought a set of prints from your store! I already have 5 prints of yours, and I absolutely love them, so I couldn't resist with the free mini-print offer!!

[@CassieVee]

I think you showed your intellect and sweet side in this video. So easy to understand, and I found my mind drifting off as you spoke and applying your words to my life outside of Art. THANK YOU. Beautiful!

[@myrkflinn4331]

I am constantly pointed on budgetting at everything but hearing this, it's true. You don't move forward if you can't get what does help you working faster. Like, I use pencils and marker and inks but to fill a page, ecoline or paint helps to paint in the background much faster

[@kadiehernandez5865]

I've been gone and I missed you, I'm so glad you're still here

[@Jackalack700]

I really needed to hear all of what you said in your video. I've been struggling with my art lately. I was on a roll for so long, drawing and making pieces everyday, up to 2 pieces a day and now everything I draw out is not as good as I want it to be and I leave, come back to it and still the same. So ive been feeling down about my work and it lifted my spirits listening to you today.

[@zoeh.2361]

A) This drawing is absolutely gorgeous oh my lanta and B) You seriously inspire me so much

[@jazziyenyi5313]

Thank you, this is so helpful for anyone wanting to make it in the art industry and for anyone to improve.

[@93maija]

I completely agree with what you said about staying true to yourself and what you want to draw, instead of letting others dictate what you're best at and should focus on. In 2013, I started making realistic acrylic landscape paintings, and discovered that I was pretty good at that. But after I startet studying illustration, I eventually grew tired of realistic painting, and wanted to do more creative stuff. My more creative artworks weren't nearly as good as my realistic ones at the time, so several people advices me to really focus on landscape paintings. I didn't completely stop painting realistic landscapes, but I really started practising what's probably best described as traditional childrens book illustrations, and loved it. Now, 5-ish years later, my childrens books inspired illustration style has improved A LOT, and every time I try doing a realistic paintings, I realise how much I now hate it. People still love my lanscape paintings though, but I do also get a lot of positive feedback on my illustrations, so I'm forever glad I didn't listen to that advice!

[@mateamatic8360]

im sooo happy you started doing more mermaids

[@twighlalu]

This is beautiful! You're awesome. Believe in yourself!

[@MariaRevArt]

Out of every youtube artist I follow, your discussion videos are my absolute fave to listen to. They are so well thought out, clear cut, and relatable. 😄

[@АннаКозицына-ь5ш]

This things are great to know not only for artists, thank you ❤️

[@ellimaanpaa]

I basically liked this video by just seeing the title, thumbnail and hearing your voice. You've mastered the art of art vlogging. 💜I do find you a very polished speaker indeed. You offer so much value with what you're saying. Thank you for that!

[@jillianlilliehawk1543]

Beautiful work on this stunningly detailed illustration! 😍😘💓

[@doortwotomorrow]

thank you so much for always cheering me up! I have something like a break down I'm really not good rn and that Video, you drawing, your voice and everything is just so relaxing and it makes me feel better fast. Thank you so much for everything you do ❤

[@ropingmydream]

I love your illustrations! This one is one of my favourites. I'd love to see more of this style :)

[@Lisa-qt7pw]

Seriously loved this video! Cool artwork + very honest and insightful

[@ovedaehiogu7991]

I love the pose you drew...I'm going to have to practice drawing that.

[@cg232]

You’re so very talented, Happy D! 🌺

[@selmaeganović]

Awesome, I love mermaid 2. Sooooooo pretty❤️❤️

[@lamijacunjalo1059]

Selma Eganovic where are you from?

[@selmaeganović]

Lamija Cunjalo I'm from the Netherlands

[@mystlady85]

You have a delicate and graceful style in your drawings. Truly wonderful.

[@victoriasangel8438]

You are a very great speaker you don't know how much you just helped me... is the first day and second video that I watch from you and are so clear about techniques! Love you girl am so amazed you have come so far😊 I subscribed 🌼

[@louiseorione392]

Thank you for the good tips! I'll look forward to use them carefully

[@Prncsslyssaart]

This is exactly what I needed to here. I'm at that juncture. Thank you! and beautiful drawing

[@MsFrizzy]

I hope you have a podcast one day. I was so into your drawing that I could hear you but then again, my attention span can be poor at times. Lol you're so amazing HD. ❤️❤️

[@sashi2750]

I’m loving this mermaid theme sooooo much ❤️

[@nw1327]

Thank you for being such an inspiring and amazing person. The time and effort you spend creating art and filming/editing videos for us, with such good advice, really shows through. Congrats on your engagement!!

[@crookedyoung3462]

Omg r pic is so cute 🐱

[@carolinebaker9704]

I love the pose of the mermaid! I went through a period where I loved drawing mermaids and fairies, I should so go there again 😁

[@ellebleumartins1792]

You are phenomenal!!!!!

[@psalmsart]

Wow the drawing is stunning and your advice is wonderful ❤️

[@5i3y4]

Very inspirational💞 ive been watching ur vids since 2016 it inspired me so much

[@fiona18081]

This video really helped a loot😁 Especially the tip with being true to yourself and your art💚 thank you☺️

[@joellenkemper4866]

I love how beautifully rendered all of your pieces are

[@vidyawitch]

I've not watched your art videos for months and catching up with this is so amazing and inspiring...i see it in new light and gain new understanding...the curves you make are so gorgeous and lively...love to watch u sketching...make more sketches...twice a week, may be...the world can have more and more beauty. thank u and good day. :)

[@prismart_xvi9163]

Love the feel of your vids. So soothing and insightful :)

[@barbr694]

Thank you so much for the video, I am an emerging artist and appreciate your wisdom.

[@dahmissing1540]

omg i fell asleep with my pc and then the vid i was watching endded and then i woke up to this masterpiece of a drawing you just got a new subscriber sister :D

[@chloeb6722]

Omg this piece is so pretty

[@diandraadonis6995]

Thank you so much for the great advice.

[@CharMesan]

Beautiful artwork- yours and your Patreons

[@kyleebliss1609]

This is so Beautiful! Like OMG it's perfect! I love the head angle could you please do a vidio of how to draw different head angles in your style it would be so helpful! Love your art❤

[@DIYWithKHUSHI]

Wow that's beautiful I'll try for sure

[@onichi2995]

Heart stickers and those are most beautiful I seen lately :)

[@BunNessa_Art]

LOVE these videos! 😍 it's always so relaxing to listen and watch you draw!

[@jennajujube4767]

She looks beautiful!!!!

[@celiart2041]

Your vids are always right on time, right when I need them

[@brookles1819]

As always another awesome video thank you for motivating me today and it is the 1st of April so I want to be able to draw something in my sketchbook every day this month! I want to see how much I can improve my skills! Thank you again for this video and all your videos 😍❤️🎨

[@LADYPICASSO]

Yess, love love these talk/advice videos

[@suokayu4136]

I love your drawing ❤❤❤

[@scarletthant6382]

This is so beautiful

[@DebbieChristina]

This is beautiful, Happy! And I would love to see more mermaid or ocean themed drawings and paintings. I have always had a fascination for the ocean and the creatures living in the ocean.

[@erosangelos9422]

Hello ! Its Amazing ,I like and Enjoy watching and listening )),,thanks for sharing your talent to the WORLD God Bless!

[@dusky7611]

I love watching how you make highlights, lol, at this part a person becomes more alive and maybe that is why I like it so much 😁

[@saidah9414]

Love the advice and the art 👌🏽❤️

[@millygoodhew2815]

I am definitely subscribing, I will now look up to you xx

[@adelacreative]

That's too funny, I have a bunch of boxes from Amazon in my studio keeping them to package works or cut to insert for paper works 😆

[@haileybrandin8120]

Beautiful 💖💖😍

[@theadventuresofsandyland4961]

Such a cool pic! 😀 you are incredibly talented!! ☺️

[@abiwalker6414]

recycling is always a better option for our future and future artists -recycling cardboard might of cost a small bit more of your time but in comparison to how much time we could all gain on the planet lasting if we all did little bits instead of cosuming more its priceless really

[@h2o2drink]

Beautiful!

[@Gardiela]

Awww, such a beatiful mermaid 😍 and thank you for these pieces of advice!

[@authorkyliemacdougall]

Lol I totally manually cut cardboard that I've saved to try to save money :P thank you for all the tips! Beautiful drawing

[@jasonellis2358]

great work

[@roxyarting6280]

You are really good at arting

[@liptong4791]

Oh i should buy your print that really good

[@hoopladahoop1734]

You are so great!

[@anshu281]

This mermaid is gorgeous happy

[@evacornelissen7547]

I love your style so much. I wana be a professinolle artist to and your tips are so helpfull. For an exemple : I did a drawing yesterday...aaaand it doesent work. I lost all my selfconfidence just because of it. But the drawing I did the day before became so beautiful and I was so happy with it. Everybody of my family and friends always told me, Eva do something with your talend and I try, but its so hard to belive in myself. You gave me some selfeducation and hope back. Thank you

[@skppr4000]

Beautiful

[@yoviv2014]

Thanks for the tips

[@DeniseDommers]

This is beautiful! Watching your videos is making me want to paint again! I'm actually working on/starting something different from what I usually do and I'm so excited for it!💗

[@Tamagojani]

The piece is so beautiful❤️ I love your drawings on toned paper so much, they are really pretty!

[@tsvetelinahristov5749]

You are amazing, girl! Always go ahead! 🤩😁

[@ericakilbourn9716]

I love this whole video and list of tips! Especially about the part of sticking with your own style and not pleasing others. Right now the pop surrealism movement is huge. And I don't ever really do anything like that, just my fantasy landscapes. I am slowly finding my tribe though! 💖💖

[@m_01088]

This came at just the right time , thx Hppy D☺️💘

[@kendrakity]

This is gorgeous 😍

[@MaiXoxo3]

I love your work and suggestions. You are inspiring!

[@SheafferSelect]

Great video very nice art! I started doing art recently and just enjoy learning and expanding my skills did a few gallery appearance but haven locked down the continued sales yet Price? Skill? Market? But now I just paint to learn and build portfolio by honing skills Keep up the good work!

[@adildraws]

Nice. Keep up the good work.

[@melrinightwind4824]

Thank you so much for creating this video!! It is quite informative and helpful ~

[@Sasa-lw7rd]

I think I'm getting good at drawing I practice every day and I hope to get some new art supplies soon 👍❤😸

[@miasan4661]

Im so inspired on ur words

[@elyselauthier]

did you use a reference for this drawing? thanks for sharing x

[@meepinsnek5313]

AAAAAH the tail is soooooooooooooooooooo nice >~

[@mariannav.s.6021]

I simply adore your content, thanks for sharing your art with us!

[@roxanne3859]

Great video, Happy!

[@MrWiland-eb4tx]

i hope on day i will be as good of an artist as you!

[@seekinghappy]

Great advice.

[@carrieramirez2891]

wow!! thank you!!

[@martearty922]

This is so beautiful! Woahhh I kinda want to buy a print of this 😮 Really helpful videos as well! Thank you for the tips!❤

[@nikithegeek]

So beautiful