Top 5 real life advice on how to become rich and famous bonafide artist | By Thorsten von Overgaard

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Thorsten von Overgaard is a Danish writer and photographer, specializing in portrait photography and documentary photography, known for writings about photography and as an educator. You are always welcome to send an e-mail to Thorsten for questions, suggestions and ideas.
Thorsten Overgaard is an independent writer and photographer who write, teach workshops and publish user reports about the equipment he uses. There is no affiliation with Leica Camera AG or any camera dealers, no free gifts, no sponsorship, no kickback and no paid content. All you see is real and based on the life of an eccentric and hard-working photographer who makes his own money, buys his own equipment and form his own independent opinions - and shares with you. Enjoy the ride.
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#artists #career #education
Job no 2047-0920
0:00 Introduction
0:56 A Renaissance is Coming
2:41 Build an archive
4:00 Artist is not a real job
5:24 How to get ideas
7:39 You probably feel like an outsider
12:21 Always Wear A Camera
19:18 Work in a private space
22:12 Writing in notebooks
24:00 The takeaway

[@thegirlwholeftthefridgeopen]

What you mentioned in the beginning, Thorsten, about social media reminded me about a quote from a favorite comedian of mine, Mark Normand: Social media is like looking in the fridge over & over. You know there's nothing good but you check it so many times that eventually you start consuming things you don't even like.

[@krishnansrinivasan830]

" I like my notebook because it doesn't throw ads or popups " . Nice video Sir :)

[@wallqvistphotography4937]

Very appreciated. As a younger man I was basically locked in our rehearsal room with the band. Internet wasn't even invented. We set our goals of becoming a successful band and worked hard at it. We made every dream we ever had come true, cause we felt it in our bones. As a photographer for the last 5 years I find I constantly "bothered" by all these sources of information and social media channels. Thanks for a kick in the right direction. And for the inspiration ;)

[@markkujath]

One of your best and most important talks ever - thank you for this!!

[@rexdavid2111]

You are very inspiring… this video is basic & probably we should have known these things as first in the lists. Thank you for reminding how to put all pieces as one, very very helpful…

[@queative]

I must admit to you first that I have wearily viewed your content for about three or four years. I purchased my first Leica, my precious M6, about that time. I say wearily because I'm naturally cautious when it comes to being influenced in some way or another. It's not to say I haven't found your content invaluable to my learning process, its just that I may have found it a bit overwhelming upon my initial discovery of it. This episode, however, was timely and most relevant to me at this particular time in my own journey, and I want to express my thanks and gratitude to you. Thank Mr. Overgaard, I'm happy I didn't give up on your expertise and valuable advice!

[@kentsouthers6244]

So sage ... I applaud your point about not letting society drive you into the allure of being busy, without producing ... finished works. That, and the analogy to manufacturing, that you have to develop an inventory (archive) of (finished) works. Thanks for this one ... and so many others. ;-)

[@wolfharley1]

One of your most important educational and motivating talks. I will put in my archive and refer to it often. Thank you so much.

[@lawrencehorowitz9291]

I'm 74 with no illusions about making my living as an artist. This terrific video gave me great, inspiring ideas on my personal photography journey. Thanks.

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Glad to hear that 🙂

[@tonymurphy9112]

Fantastic advice from a master artist 🙏👏

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you!

[@mikemooney9124]

Great information shared here which is inspirational in itself... even for an academic like me. Thanks Thorsten... well done!

[@theloniushi]

Thank you Thorsten for sharing, love your straight forward personal presentation, keepupthegoodwork

[@ernestolopez-corona8969]

Make something! Sounds so simple but involves many steps and creativity. Now that I am a father of 3 college “kids” I’ve been telling them the same thing! Feels nice to know I’m not the only one urging the young ones to create things. Your advice and sharing your experiences are invaluable. Thank you!

[@meghanadganpule]

It is very important to know about self , it is very very needful for every Artist . Cheers .

[@RhondaLaRoy]

Love this, great to see ya here . I miss running into you in person .

[@ablueslenz]

Thanks for reminding me that I still want to be an artist and should not be deterred. 💚🙏🏾👩🏾‍🎨👩🏾‍💻

[@pwood5733]

Just wonderful and clear. Thankyou it ordered things in my mind so well

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you :-)

[@matteovrizzi]

Dear Thorsten, this is a video i will show my children as soon as they are old enough to understand.

[@dirckedge5328]

Thank you Torsten. Valuable advice. When we are young we can be afraid to express our creative thoughts. The greatest artists seem to lack this fear, or find a way to overcome it.

[@dirckedge5328]

Sorry for the spelling error, Thorsten.

[@dennisstierer6292]

Great Video with tremendous ideas. Thanks for bringing this to light and sharing.

[@claudiusweson]

Thank you for making this inspirational video, Thorsten! This reminds me to the passion in photography that you have shared to us back in Nuremberg 😄 #alwayswearacamera

[@reginaldgooden2445]

Thanks, Thorsten! I love the ideas you presented and will use some of them! 🌞

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

:-)

[@gh7213]

I enjoyed hearing about your process.

[@rolandscottjr3633]

So on point...excellent!!!

[@suresureYT]

Love this video. Solid, valuable advice. I shall be watching this more than once. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you :-)

[@mhosannah]

This was an absolutely excellent video! Thank you so much! It was very insightful, with loads of great ideas and advice!

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you!

[@trevorstafford1375]

Very interesting your approach, thank you.

[@alexfielding472]

Follow your bliss and the universe will open doors for you where there once were walls. - Joseph Campbell. Thorsten, thanks for this beautiful video as a love letter to fellow artists and creatives. It comes at such a crucial time for everyone to recognize their unique capability to translate passion into a career that improves the world. Thanks!

[@grantmedical]

Thank you so much for sharing your process Thorsten... If ever you come to Indonesia you must come to Malang and enjoy some of my exclusive coffee and tobacco...

[@lindanorman2589]

Outstanding life advice thank you

[@gradyputnam2253]

Thank you for sharing.

[@taneltinnuri8985]

Very inspiring, thank you

[@oliverengelmann9213]

Very good content, Thorsten!

[@wolfgangbottcher2625]

I have to thank you for the motivation 🙏

[@cheesun124]

Thank You

[@markhou]

Thanks for making this video instead of talking about the new Sony like everybody on my feed

[@hijasv]

Thank you for your channel and words!

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Welcome. Thank you 🙂

[@johntocho8954]

Such an excellent video, I really like to revisist frequently! Thank you so much!

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you 🙂

[@chimpmunkboy8850]

Excellent!

[@35mmview18]

Wise words.

[@marknachmias423]

Great video. Love the typewriter!

[@ronitsingh85]

Dont do what others do or what is the norm or popular, do what you are talented in and what comes from your heart! You will truly be satisfied

[@ChristineWilsonPhotography]

Such great video loved seeing the process

[@exjazzer]

Thank you Thorsten!

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

🙂

[@joysagar9818]

This is an EXCELLENT video. Inspiring most definitely.

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Glad to hear that. Thank you :-)

[@nastynate838]

Good stuff

[@peetje28021970]

Nice video, again!

[@ralfferfi2860]

Hi Thorsten! I would appreciate a printed version of your excellent books. Is there a chance? Thank you for your inspirational input! BR Ralph

[@leondutchie4486]

Thorsten may I ask you what brand of backup storage system you use? I see an expendable syst with 10 TB disks.. Thx Leon

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Mostly LaCie, for no other reason than that I started using LaCie years ago and they haven't failed me. I would say that today most brands are quite reliable. Doesn't mean one can't experience hard drive failures (which is why one must back up), but it is rare.

[@stevecrownover611]

Sincerely appreciate your videos! Very motivating. Thank you.

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you :-)

[@ArvinRichardVlogs]

Thanks

[@Stuart365]

Thank you, great video.

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Welcome. Thank you!

[@SainathKrishnamurthy]

Hello Thorsten! Can you please make a video about how your organize your notebooks? Thanks!

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Coming up shortly :-)

[@aliffbasri9540]

Thank you Sir!

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Welcome!

[@rodcage284]

Great video, but as a photographer once you have an archive of work, where can I sell and resell my photos, are you talking about stock libraries or someone in particular?

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

The way to sell pictures have changed and will continue to do so. The main thing is to make photos and store them, then figure out the business model as things change. Never let go of the ownership.

[@sajjanmedayil1428]

From Kerala, India, watching this channel first time 👍

[@anandhua.b4589]

appo njan mathram alla le👍

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[@StephaneBihan]

Awesome advice, thanks

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Thank you 🙂

[@hongyimo]

Artist produces! When practicing Bach and Ysaye, the loneness is gone, as I have someone to really talk to now

[@nickfanzo]

Props for the Lou Reed reference

[@boerenkool]

coffee and cigarettes ... the secret of creativity revealed

[@David_Keith]

Thank you for a very interesting video.

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Welcome. Thank you for your comment.

[@joaonuno6936]

i love these menthor-type videos. thank you :)

[@evelasq1]

You have some in depth advices.

[@oncleschultz]

You're so right. Once more...

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

🙂

[@JHurrenPhotography]

Thorsten, this video is a timely discovery. You've really affirmed this path I'm on. At a crossroads, I hesitated and began working furiously on my archive. My partner became worried at my distraction from business, very worried. She doesn't see the whole picture, of how this archive meshes with my "main" business. Thank you for sharing the work you do.

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Sometimes you have to go back and review and accumulate what you have done. Especially in this time where machines tempt us to post and forget, post and forget, and then suddenly all that time went by being busy making nothing.

[@alfredoguadarramam]

Thanks no question about this be the best you have done, for me. Alfredo, México.

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

🙂

[@nguyenhoangvu9609]

I feel myself in every single words you said.

[@alvinchow5351]

nice typewriter !

[@dPico-digitaldurda]

👍

[@dominiquecollard9068]

Thanks for all your wise words. Mate please move your Leica away from the edge of the table I can't help but think you might knock it accidentally with your left elbow! and that would be disastrous..

[@HungDEEZED]

how do you take pictures of soho house?!?!

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

You generally don't

[@YasenRR]

Could you do a video about promoting our work in a way that real photography collectors could see it and eventually buy it?

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Doing something like that soon :-)

[@YasenRR]

@@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard Thank you!

[@mathewmccarthy9848]

I had to get a "real" job right after college. It wasn't until 10 years ago that I felt like I could be an artist. I'm 50 now. And I am an artist. I feel wonderful! Does this mean I'll produce a great photograph. Probably not but I'm enjoying the journey.

[@markhou]

That's ok too

[@DennisLimCY]

I am in Constant Fear, when i see your Leica at the edge of the table, so near your elbow. I know you can probably afford a few more Leicas easily, but... accidentally knocking your Leica off the table is really not a good way or excuse to buy a new camera. Maybe put the camera somewhere safer? Thank you.

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

The Leica, if it drops, you pick it up and keep using it. One of the few cameras where you can do that. Dropped a few in action, but never from the table :-)

[@dominiquecollard9068]

Yes I had the same thoughts watching this vlog.

[@danielmollohan1703]

And it looks like he has a noctilux on it too. I had to choose between a car or a Leica , of course I used my money intelligently and purchased an M10-D. I know they can take a beating(I used an M-3 for 15 years and it was made in 56) but I still treat it like a baby made of glass. Hell, I even have insurance, too, but I guess I think it might have feelings.

[@nelsonclub7722]

Everyone assumes that being rich and famous will make you happy. And that being a rich and famous artist will make you even happier. Show me one. Just one person who has achieved all of that?

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Rich and famous is usually the route to unhappiness. Being talented and being able to communicate to many is one great ability and talent, but without skills on how to live a sane life, you end up a magnet for bad influences.

[@nelsonclub7722]

@@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard Indeed so . Wise words.

[@macbookdieter]

Hope we get a chance to meet some day. I really admirer you. Cheers

[@AlejandroRamos-im4to]

"Rich and famous"... I would like to hear Vicent Van Gogh's and Vivian Maier's opinions about that.

[@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard]

Yes, wonder if they could have imagined ... Vivian did keep an archive, but almost lost it. Had she not, it would never hav been

[@AlejandroRamos-im4to]

@@MagicOfLight_ThorstenOvergaard One of the things that I like about you Thorsten, is that you pay attention and read our comments. Greetings from a Mexican follower residing in Canada. 📷👍

[@redgroom]

... à l'artiste, l'échec n'est que la moitié de l'œuvre, l'autre moitié regagne le privilège de recommencer demain

[@HaroldEscalona]

👏👏👏👏👏

[@tailorsoldierspy6464]

A white T shirt wouldn't hurt😉

[@jeansebastientlebreton]

☕️🥐 💻📷 🎩