What is it that I actually do as an artist/illustrator??

Hello and welcome to another video. If you've ever wondered what I do (as an artist and illustrator) over the course of a month then this should give you a better idea!
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[@luannianke8110]

Lizard landscape. Absolutely beautiful video. I would love to see whatever you are willing to put on YT. I just love hearing your calm voice, seeing your art and wonderful scenery. The retreat looked like a lot of fun. MO, USA

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thanks so much for the encouragement :)

[@kipporah]

Wonderful lizard landscapes and I'm happy you're inviting others to join you in all of this fun!

[@janmariebaldwin1415]

Lizard Landscape. What a beautiful area you live in, you are truely blessed 🥰 Thank you for sharing with us 😊

[@MelanieChadwick]

It really is! Thanks for watching

[@gabischmidt2753]

Hello Mel, thank you so much for taking me to my beloved places in Cornwall. I wish I could visit your next exhibition. I love the Lizard landscape. Maybe we can come and walk at the Lizard peninsula in September. With my Etchr bag full with art supplies ready to sketch the best views in the world. Take care. Have a lovely week. Gabi♥

[@MelanieChadwick]

Hope you and your husband are doing well Gabi. I will be exhibiting again in October too, so not to worry.

[@hannekewiebe764]

Lizard Landscape. Beautiful landscape. The retreat looks lovely. Thanks for sharing.

[@kymcrowart7876]

Yes please publish all of the podcasts here! I would love to listen while working in my art room.

[@carolinehill6839]

Lizard Landscape! Wonderful sketches and great video, Mel! ❤

[@lisabarnes5340]

Lizard Lanscape. Always so relaxing watching your videos. Love from America. 🙂

[@ColdPrairieStudio]

Gorgeous Lizard Landscape (love that name!) and so interesting to see all these different aspects of your work.

[@caroldrummond1389]

love your video. The scenery is gorgeous and the music is perfect. Your calming voice and all just mentioned make for a wonderful presentation. Love looking at what you are doing.

[@sarahlucas1999]

Such an inspiring video. I love the 'Lizard landscape' and your painting of the cliffs at the very end :)

[@mianoname9825]

Lizard landscape! Beautiful, soothing, inspiring video, thank you for sharing! By the way: I'd love to attend the next wildflower online course 🙂Missed the last one...

[@patriciacrea1186]

Lizard landscape !! Your videos are such a delight for the eyes and our soul, and the landscape are beautiful. I hope I could make it on the next retreat, that would be a wonderful way to discover this part of the coast 😍

[@karinmerlijn1866]

Lizard landscape. Thank you for the wonderful inspiring video❤

[@katenicholson502]

Mel, so delightful. Great to see people looking and drawing instead of just looking at the landscape through the lens of a camera. Would love to come see you. Eventually I’ll make it back to the British Isles and I’ll stop in for tea and a sketch. ❤

[@Toto-NaoWinter]

Lizard Landscape Thank you for a beautiful inspiring video ❤

[@ChantelleArts]

those maps are beautiful! and such different styles too 🥰

[@jennifernichols8403]

Lizard Landscape. I totally enjoyed this video and seeing what you do along with your workshop..wish I could go to the UK to join you😊 thank you.

[@sonyaoart]

I always enjoy you taking me around the Lizard landscape. I’d love the podcasts here actually

[@MelanieChadwick]

Just uploaded the massive one!

[@Elena-Studio]

I love the horses/ponies in the background! I would definitely love to see a video of the process of you as you draw landscapes. That would be really cool!

[@BaltistaniBoys]

Absolutely amazing. Nice sound thanks for sharing your adventure. Guys I recommended you visit the himalayan mountains k2 and Nangaparbat view point from one place moses peak. Add this sound in your bucket list.

[@creativeartwellbeing]

Loved this so much Mel❤ thank you for sharing… I live in Cornwall my self and enjoyed watching how your retreat went… magical 🎉 hope to see you at the studio one day 🌸🌸 Lizard Landscape …always xx

[@MelanieChadwick]

That would be lovely. We have open studio cornwall coming up on May 25-2nd June.

[@JJsketchbook]

Lizard landscape. Thank you so much for taking the time to visually record what you do, I find these kinds of videos fascinating and yours was great. I love seeing people come together creatively and your participant pack was so lovely. I live in a completely different environment and its stimulating to see what you have around you, the guest house and scenery.

[@laurenvonduyke-dadmun9928]

Love the Lizard Landscape! So inspiring!

[@karencollar999]

Lizard landscape! How lovely despite inclement weather conditions at times, the beauty of nature and your surroundings are stunning, thank you for the vid. Kx

[@mistymint7983]

Lizard landscape really enjoyable vlog, thank you ❤

[@maisycakes1125]

Lizard Landscape video was fun - Thankyou 😊

[@margaretpinsent6388]

Lizard Landscape. Your work is lovely. And this is a wonderfully informative video, thank you. I've moved from Oxfordshire to Northumberland, by the sea, with moors and hills around me. You've inspired me to see if there are other sketcher/watercolourists in my area, to form a group, to sketch together. The landscape here is stunning too. In the past, before retiring and taking up sketching, we used to holiday in Cornwall, and loved The Lizard, staying in a B&B within walking distance, for wonderful walks.

[@MelanieChadwick]

Glad to hear this! I'm sure there are people right around you.

[@louisebourne5779]

Superb. The beautiful Cornish coast, you are very lucky to live in such beautiful surroundings 🥰

[@ClareWillcocks]

Lizard Landscape! It was so relaxing watching this Mel! Its lovely to see the range of things you do. Your retreat looked wonderful! Now....where's my sketchbook, I'm feeling inspired!

[@MelanieChadwick]

Glad you enjoyed it Clare 😊

[@louisad6302]

Another wonderful video of the Lizard Landscape, thanks Mel. What do you do? A lot! You have been so busy (not to mention editing TY videos as well). Apart from the beautiful sketches and amazing retreat, I loved the little pop-up garden you made with your young students, so sweet 😊

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thanks Louisa! It was fun doing that pop-up garden, something I loved to do as a child- creating things with paper.

[@deborahmeyers551]

Lizard landscape your video and artwork absolutely beautiful my beloved Cornwall ❤️ thanks for sharing this beautiful video Mel

[@redandpink219]

What a lovely video Melanie. Thank you.

[@thompson_jules0]

Lizard Landscape💛 What a lovely relaxing video, with beautiful art and stunning scenery. Would love to listen to more of your explore and draw recording on YT. Thank you for sharing🙏🏼

[@MelanieChadwick]

Many thanks just uploaded the massive 4 hour edition!

[@kfrost6036]

Lizard landscape. Thank you for sharing Mel.

[@Purpleladybirdart]

Lizard Landscape - lovely video. 🙏💜

[@joannrabideau1657]

Lizard landscape!! What fun your retreat must have been. You have such beautiful seascapes to paint.

[@KathyWishnie]

Lizard landscape…As always, I am so inspired by your videos and soothing voice. Your wildflowers workshop is the best and I loved the Zoom meeting as well. I seem to be logging into them most days the last few weeks. I do hope you do more wildflower and some landscape zoom sessions.

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thank you so much Kathy! Really glad to hear 😊

[@kathrynwillison1297]

Lizard landscape...lovely..I live a long way from the sea so this was extra enjoyable. Thank-you Mel!

[@annhoung9800]

I like your videos, calming and beautiful. Thank you for sharing :)

[@kristinshields]

Beautiful Lizard Landscape! What a lovely look at what you’re up to. Thanks for sharing!

[@lilichua6653]

Lizard landscape. Another lovely video! And so excited that zine 2 is out! 😁 It will be great to listen to your explore and draw recording on YT. 😉

[@MelanieChadwick]

Glad to hear, just published the big one!

[@immerzd]

Wonderful, thank you for sharing😊

[@puppetsnippets6830]

Lizard landscape, looks beautiful. Your videos always make me feel calm and inspired. Leigh M

[@MelanieChadwick]

So glad Leigh!

[@maddietighe5881]

Wonderful work. thank you for the inspiration.

[@lawsbrettart]

I’m so impressed with all your creative avenues and pursuits, Mel.

[@clairesavary9903]

Lizard landscape. I love your vidéos so much, they are so sweet to watch and instantly make me calm down. I wish I could come to an art retreat with you on your beautiful peninsula 🥰. Thanks for sharing and making such beautiful videos..! Claire from France

[@MelanieChadwick]

Glad you like them!

[@Themidstitchmama]

Lovely variety in this video, I really enjoyed a look behind the scenes at your teaching and client work. I immediately went and ordered the print of the piece you did in the last video, I love it so much. ❤

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thank you so much!

[@melodykennedy9553]

Lizard landscape. Beautiful video!❤

[@HelenHobden]

What a lovely video Mel; I really enjoyed seeing the spring Lizard Landscape! I can't wait to go to Cornwall again now - I'll try and time it to coincide with your open studios. Thanks for sharing. :)

[@MelanieChadwick]

That would be great to see you again Helen if you're in the area!

[@madelynsmith8281]

Lizard Landscape. Your sketches are breathtaking. Looks like a lot of fun. You are so blessed to live in such a gorgeous place. ❤

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thank you so much!

[@kriksis]

Beautiful video Mel! Your editing and storytelling is amazing, it's like we were coming with you to all the adventures live. Lizard Landscape.

[@kookatsoonjan]

great to see you Kriksis...LOVE YOUR BLUE KNAPSACK...which one is it? It fits you SO WELL compared to the woman beside you...who looks like she will have a pain in the shoulder soon! Love to know the brand of your blue knapsack...as it looks like a great fit for woman and I like the design Also NOT PERFECT LINEN skirt...is lovely...all to best to you in Cornwall...from Janis in the Yukon😊

[@MelanieChadwick]

Aw thanks Kriksis x

[@lisarawlinsonart]

lizard landscape... such beautiful scenery and work!

[@AnnmArt]

Lizard Landscape! very inspiring, thank you :)

[@kathrynmcguinness7356]

Lizard landscape! What a beautiful video! Thank you for your inspiration.

[@SewArtyAnna]

What a peaceful video. How beautiful

[@daisiesandsunflowers5587]

Melanie, this video was so interesting and inspiring! I loved seeing how you do all the things that make up your art practice and business. As an artist here in Canada, I'm often quite baffled as to how to get my art "out there" without losing my time to actually make my art. You've definitely given some insight into how it is possible. Thank you❤

[@MelanieChadwick]

It is a balance and I often find it can be a struggle to get right. But start small and once you've done something work out a way to naturally share even if it's first with family and friends.

[@BethDooner]

Lizard Landscape. Adore this and seeing what you get up to as an illustrator in terms of your work. Thank you for sharing with us

[@MelanieChadwick]

You are so welcome!

[@wildandshymoments]

Lizard Landscape! Mid-way through your wildflower course and cant wait to draw our Colorado Rocky Mountain wildflowers!

[@MelanieChadwick]

So glad to hear and that sounds really exciting! Please do share your pages when you do! x

[@karolsartoasis4815]

Thanks for sharing such a gorgeous video ❤

[@dianegibbs]

Lizard landscape! Fantastic sketches and video! Your textures are phenomenal!!

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thank you so much 😀

[@wendyj_thecoddiwomplelady]

I do love a spot of Lizard Landscape 💙💜

[@TeaBird01]

Lizard Landscape. :) I love listening to your art walks and I enjoyed this vlog, as with all of your work.

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thank you so much!

[@biancathomas7934]

Lizard Landscape. I've really enjoyed watching the insights you bring with this video. I'm new to all of this still and currently trying to put together a sketching kit for myself and as you can imagine not really sure of what it all entails. Your videos are so helpful for me to prepare for what I could expect and how others go about it all. Thank you so much Mel for letting us see into your world.

[@MelanieChadwick]

Glad it was helpful. Hopefully you'll find some more of my videos that can give you more tips or thoughts on drawing on location. I also have a course if that is of interest you'll find the links in the description. Happy sketching!

[@OrlaStevens]

So beautiful, and loved learning more about your work too! 💙

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thanks Orla, thought it may be interesting to share a bit more!

[@evelynevelyn107]

Lizard Landscape. And I bought your digital download. Thank you for the 50% off! 🥰

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thanks so much!

[@kymcrowart7876]

Lizard Landscape I’m so so happy to see this video pop up and so happy for Zine 2! Just ordered…

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thanks Kym!

[@KerryAA7130]

Lizard landscapes . Such a wonderful video Mel , very inspirational . Im looking forward to ordering your second zine xx

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thanks so much 😊

[@veronicagreen6180]

Lizard landscape,,,thank you for sharing ,,,I really enjoyed seen ..I wish I live closer so I can go to your workshops….greetings from Mexico

[@MelanieChadwick]

Hello to you in Mexico!

[@janetbailey7600]

Thank you for such a lovely video and anything you would like to share is always appreciated.

[@janetbailey7600]

Lizard landscape

[@sueg4639]

Lizard landscape - amazing - thank you for taking us along . I so enjoyed the scenery, your gentle lovely narration, the retreat looks so engaging and wonderful. I learn so much by seeing you in action and preparations for the many aspects of your art and life as a creative.

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thanks so much Sue glad it's helpful to see.

[@melcryarfineart]

Lizard Landscape! Love this. I'm a Mel as well. Planning a trip to Cornwall in '24 or '25 to paint. From middle Tennessee USA

[@MelanieChadwick]

Nice to meet you Mel! Hope you get to visit.

[@WendiWells]

Beautiful! Off to your website shop! Lizard Landscape! 🦎 ❤

[@MelanieChadwick]

Oh thank you Wendi! x

[@hannemarielorenzen3428]

Hi again Melanie, I just wanted to tell you, that I really enjoyed the latest TLCF video/podcast 🤗🤗Greatings from Denmark

[@MelanieChadwick]

Oh thank you!

[@marjorie8648]

I’ve just discovered your videos Melanie: they’re wonderful. Thank you so much for posting such inspiring work. 🌷

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thank you so much!

[@Lesley22]

The Lizard is my most favourite place in the whole world. Thankfully it's only an hour for us to get there😂. Lovely video❤

[@kathsoulsby873]

Lizard Landscape…beautifully done video I thoroughly enjoyed it.

[@MelanieChadwick]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ItayaArt]

So beautiful this ‘Lizard Landscape’ video. You seem to be incredibly organized as well as creative with all that you do each month. Thank you for sharing and inspiring us all. 💕

[@MelanieChadwick]

Try to be!! But still manage to get disorganised at times!

[@paigepooler9036]

lovely, lovely! Thank you for sharing these snippets. Your work is beautiful and videos are so calming and thoughtful. I'm a new fan and I'm inspired to get out and about -maybe do a little color study of the (California) poppies- before they go.

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thank you so much! So glad to hear and hope you're enjoying getting out and drawing what you see!

[@crystalipock9725]

Lizard Landscape. Really enjoyed your video. Would love a complete volume of your sketch walk podcasts. Been missing them. Like the new additions to your shop! Lovely. Thanks so much for sharing your talent and sweet spirit.

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thanks Crystal for your encouragement and support. It's been published over the weekend phew!

[@crystalipock9725]

@@MelanieChadwick I have already been listening to it thanks so much!!

[@CurlyHairArtistry]

I am in-between clients and loved your video = Lizard Landscape 👍🏼

[@MelanieChadwick]

So glad!

[@loveandlife4222]

Lizard landscape. Everything is absolutely beautiful!

[@SketchesnScrubs]

Wonderful video, your painting at the end was breath-taking. Thank you for sharing - lizard landscape x

[@MelanieChadwick]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks so much x

[@SharonHendryArt]

Lizard landscape. Looking forward to receiving your zines that I just ordered after being inspired by watching this video.

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thanks so much! They are on their way!

[@donnaehscott]

Thank you for sharing. Lizard Landscape 😊

[@SantieAmery]

You have such a beautiful life...❤

[@burgundybootz]

I love the maps you made, such very different styles. :) 🦎(

[@MelanieChadwick]

Awesome, thank you!

[@marcysinger5351]

Lizard Landscape. I really enjoyed this video.

[@kayleigh-helen]

I would love to visit Cornwall, I love seeing what you can see! I am in the North East :)

[@MelanieChadwick]

You should! Is that Northumberland area or further up?

[@kayleigh-helen]

@@MelanieChadwick Yes Northumberland :D

[@suzannemarshall7458]

Beautiful After I get moved over to Portugal I hope to come there! I'd love the youtube videos you talked about doing

[@MelanieChadwick]

Hope your move goes well- Portugal sounds amazing!

[@jessbutterfly1934]

Lizard landscape. This was so beautiful to watch.

[@jilllusey7001]

Lizard landscapes. Your voice is so calming. Great video.

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thank you so much!

[@CarolineWilson-v9w]

Lizard Landscape Thank you so much :)

[@cindyfall8063]

Lizard landscape. So lovely!

[@anapaulaotero-illustration875]

Lizard Landscape!! Love

[@sararamer-dean7846]

It looks wonderful! I wish I lived closer so I could attend a retreat. Do you provide an art supply list so that your students come with the supplies to use during the retreat?

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thankyou! It's a mix- we provide the sundries like paper, brushes, clipboards and then I asked the participants to buy the specific colours.

[@lulabelle33]

Lizard landscape Wonderful!!!

[@gonecoastalfl]

Beautiful video. Your last coastal sketch in this video is stunning. Was it all done with neos and colored pencils?

[@MelanieChadwick]

Thankyou! It was but over pre-painted pages, which were done in ink!

[@seesawdesigntv]

Such inspiring videos and beautiful work! Do you mind if I ask what equipment you use to film them?

[@MelanieChadwick]

Yes of course I use a Canon m50 with a prime lens 22mm and 50mm. And then use Adobe premiere to edit.

[@LJH83]

Beautiful footage ❤ can I ask what camera you use as the colour and style is so wonderful! Xx

[@MelanieChadwick]

I use Canon eos M50 mark II but vary with 2 fixed lens either 22mm pancake lens or 50mm plus use colour grading in edit.

[@LJH83]

@@MelanieChadwick Wonderful! Thanks!