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I got so upset at my former social media mentor when i said i want to be known as an artist than content creator, & she went "well you're going to have to own up to CC since you will be one" like NO! I'm an artist! I was so tired running over different apps to get engagement on while the algorithm fluctuates 😮‍💨 It burned me out faster than actually creating art. Hell, even when inwas writing stories i had more energy doing that alongside art. That's why I'm so grateful to my art business mentor for not pressuring social media on her students. I rather do email marketing, which is so fun since i get to write mini blogs in them like my stories, than social media chasing the algorithm then being stuck on their overconsuming things.

Catching up on your videos. Another great one with some good gems. Ugh I def resonate with what you've said. The monetization of work not defining the legitmacy of your work or being an artist. That right there. And also what success looks like. These are my nemesis. I feel that right now. I'm not doing much at all with my art ... my store or any commissions or projects and so it all feels without purpose. At a loss. So now it's how do bI move forward. This video though was helpful in what to think about etc. Perspective. Thank you! 🙏🏿

Thank you for sharing this. More artists need to see your content. I've definitely struggled with all you spoke about in this video. I've for sure slowed down in motivation and given up in some ways. Find it hard to find purpose in my work and what to draw. Had an idea of I thought I could do with my illustration work but been in doubt of that. It's hard. And hard to see so much success around you though you celebrate their wins.

Love this

Thank you - I enjoyed your podcast. You're a very insightful young lady!

I have a screenplay. I am Native American and have no idea who or how to send it to? It is in the Slamdance contest now! We got a one of the screenwriters to get feedback and they love it! It is historical and fiction. It is about Native American life in the 1880’s!

Sigma mentality

I really needed this. Thank you.

thank youuu for the thoughts!! this is really some great stuff to unpack with myself like you said. i am ready to leave my workplace largely because of feeling like people are being careless with the way they communicate and inconsiderate how they lead and address problems. i feel like i monitor myself too much and never let myself have the hard conversations where someone might have a negative takeaway even if it's right for me. but it's an unrealistic expectation. i have to work on that habit! thanks again and take care!!

WOW!!! This is right on time for me!!! Cause I’ve been trapped in this cycle of nothing but consumption & it’s time to break out. So glad the algorithm sent your video my way! Just subscribed 😊

thank u lo harris. ive been following since the overconsumption video. and today your words popped into my mind. & lo and behold, you posted. also love the rawness of just posting a video with no sfx, yt really lost that touch. appreciated the talk. 🫶

Mission accomplished. I am so glad I found your page! Thank you for the encouragement :)

I needed to hear this! Thank you ❣️

Thank you, this was so helpful!!

Your video came up at the right time for me. I needed to hear all of this. And YES you are an artist - in everything you do, just the way we live our lives make us artists- don’t doubt it. Belly and head full and time to release it. YES. Keep gardening! Also, not to be creepy but you’re pretty and I like your hands lol

You are a hidden gem - thank you for everything you share with the world through this channel ❤

You scream of extreme liberalism and racism. Go do something productive.

Most things in life are imperfect and that's ok. I hope more people (especially women) feel ok to turn the page or move on from relationships that have run their course or no longer fill a need. That doesn't mean discard or hurt people. It means communicating and recognising that the effort it takes to sustain some relationships isn't sustainable. There are usually signs of this (awkwardness, overthinking, sensitivity, anxiousness, secretly hoping they will cancel a meet up etc.). Free yourself and the other person to use their time on what they prioritise.

Hey! Just curious, how long did your drawings last and did they hold up to weather? I’m thinking about decorating my bike with some Posca pens and wondering if I should strip it and use primer first!

been thinking about this lately.

YES GURL! that's why I quit all social media. I was looking too much and not doing enough.

Love this!

This was a great discussion and reminds me of some musings I've been having about leaving the internet one day and trying to have a more local impact - like having my work sold in local shops, or having an exhibition etc I think that could be really fulfilling - with the added bonus of not having to abide by algorithm rules and changes etc. I like your reminder to trust all encouragement and support, and knowing that it doesn't have to come through metrics on social media.

that's a cool channel, would love to feature you on my podcast some times

The melody in the background interferes with listening to what you say

I finally deleted IG from my phone!! Oohhhhh it makes me feel good..... The self doubt, the comparisons, oh.....no more of that. I can now produce my art....in peace!!

You’re so well-spoken and real. But also funny and entertaining. Thanks for sharing these thoughts! 🎭

@loharris_art Words of encouragement are never a waste of time. Thank you for documenting your thoughts. You are worthy.

This really resonates with me. I have so many talents and over time I end up turning those talents into a business venture which is a sure way to unfortunately put myself into a box. And now I’m at a place where I just want to create for the sake of creating because I’m honestly tired of selling and everything that comes with that, but I don’t know how to walk away from that part.

I got off social media I wasn’t a love of art but a lover of consumption. A lover of free entertainment..

2:56 3:23 all of this! I can relate 1000% to your personal story. I really like your channel. I’m gonna stick around if you don’t mind 🤭🫶🏽

I agree!!! Lord knows how many artists i follow on social media!!!

Thank you for this. I just happened on your video and It was so relevant to me. I always do this. I think in my case , I don't want anybody saying, well I did this or that for her. Just the other day I was talking to my BF and told her I had imposter syndrome( am writing my second novel) and then I had to explain to her what it was. we had a long talk about it and of course, she told me I got this. but I love how you said, "Doesn't look good on you and it's not cute." with the attitude. Haha!

SPEAK ON IT !!!!!!!!

I really like your idea of burnout as a part of the creative cycle. Instead of seeing it as something completely negative, this is a refreshing bit of acceptance. Thanks.

overcomsumption can be overwhelming. most of the time though my mind feels like its empty just blank. like the creativity/idea bank is empty. so seeing what other people do i find helpful. im not an artist or anything. i just like to draw. if i see a video of someone drawing ice cream cones sometimes i doodle a ice cream cone too. or i go on pinterest and pick something from there. maybe im just burnt out from something.

Say what one will about Amanda Palmer, but she calls this kind of thing "take the donuts." It's a reference to how Ralph Waldo Emerson tried to live alone off the land but his mom would stop by and drop off donuts. It's a reminder that no one is alone on their journeys - take the blessings when they appear

I’m drained af.. I’m not even gonna lie. This is the last video I’m watching for a while. I cried so hard earlier today in the middle of filming. All these thoughts went into my head. I just don’t even feel authentic anymore. I’ve scared myself out of creating by overthinking and over watching. I’m too hard on myself. I’m a wife and mother of 4 under 4 and currently pregnant. Wtf am I doing bro. 😂 seriously.. word vomit but as a content creator this hits me hard. 2:30 seriously! Nahh. I’m just Dolly. Is that enough? Nope. I have to be a youtuber, blogger, video creator, influencer, blah blah. I just like talking to people like we are in the same room. Is that good enough anymore? I truly don’t think so. Idk.. none of this is healthy anymore. It used to be my safe space.

This whole discussion makes me also think about how much value we (as artists) see in ourselves based on the quality/output of our work. Which can be pretty toxic if you're not in the right headspace to make art and then end up feeling like you're worthless if you're not constantly making stuff. Why can't we just find value in ourselves as human beings? ... definitely because of capitalism lol

I've been needing content that is honest and not flashy, even as a growing creator please know you're already inspiring people 🌸

This was just what I needed today, thanks for sharing!

This video was recommended to me at the perfect time! I've been thinking this lately lol

Heck yeah, I feel this so much! I've actually stopped looking to Instagram or TikTok or Twitter for inspo, I've been inspired by other TH-camrs, and I took the plunge to make more videos and art. Subscribing!👏

I really felt seen with this video. I’ve been on a self imposed “sabbatical” from Instagram and I feel better when creating. I just want to be an artist. I don’t want to be a content creator and I don’t want to keep consuming content. I’m exhausted from it

hey loved your words! i've been thinking a lot about this subject lately, and I think sharing is part of this cycle of consuming and creating. having a balance between all three keeps the engine going, wonder what you think about that 🤔

Absolutely, your brain literally needs time to relax…to wonder💗

I'm not even one minute in, but I agree! I have been telling myself "less consuming, more creating". I even made a video (which I've taken down and made into a blog post) about the term "content creator". It really does box you in and limits a person as an artist. I'm happy that you feel free!

Totally agree! Our minds are sponges and they can get oversaturated to the point that it can't take anything else in. The infinite possibilities are mind boggling! And it can make you feel frustrated or down about not achieving more to always see what everyone else is doing. Sometimes it's best to shut it all out, or limit what kinds of content you get exposed to. But I do think an important part of being an artist is accepting your own creative lulls as part of the process. I love your colourful background and your lil clay pot!

Really appreciate your comments about the balance between consumption and creating. I've been thinking about that a ton myself lately, so I'm glad I'm not the only one! I feel like I've been doing nothing but consumption lately and I can feel it draining my creativity lol. Hoping to combat that this year and finally get some of my ideas out of my head and onto canvas <3

This is so true- too much music, movies. Etc. I try to listen to minimal amount of music - reserved for when I’m creative