Thank you so very much for this wonderful video. I'm 67 years old, and have never been able to do my art, because of personal reasons until now. I had a son who was born with kidney problems. He was in and out of hospitals all of his life. I donated my kidney to him when he was 2 years old in 1986. Since that time he has had cancer and other medical problems. He passed away in 2011 at the age of 28. I was suicidal, and have not been able to create art until now. Bonny, your videos have been so helpful. Especially this one. You have given me hope and a belief in myself again. Thank you so very, very much for all you do. God bless. Ace Robst Jr.
It's Sunday morning, 8:24 am, me sitting on my desk working on my hubby's portrait filling out the hair portion, something I've never done in my life before and listening to your advise, while he's snoring happily downstairs! "very ordinary, having a face for radio, middle aged, a bit chubby"..... oh....how I can relate to that! You simply made my day (aside from the proudness which is swelling up inside me already about the little piece of work in front of me which actually, truly resembles my better half!)!!! Thank you for that...I'm so glad that I 'found' you! Have a nice w/end!
Thank you for this video. It's really encouraging for me. I'm 32 and hadn't created any art between the ages of 16 and 30. I had been dissuaded from pursuing art by my mum (who was an artist herself, specifically a jeweller and sculptor), who basically said there was no real way to make a living in it. So I ended up going to college studying things I wasn't passionate about, I flunked out out of 2 universities and basically went from being a happy and confident A-grade student to feeling like a directionless failure. I spent my late teens and all of my 20s moving from entry level job to entry level job, completely clueless about what to do with my life and feeling hopeless. It wasn't until I picked up the art supplies again at 30 that I realised what I had been missing. At the moment I'm still honing my skills and working full time as a dog groomer before I take the leap into being an independent artist. To be honest I've been scared to do it because I just don't earn enough to save any money as a safety net. Hearing your story and tips about building a business is so valuable. Thanks again.
Lockdown has given me the time and space to re~kindle my lifelong drawing and painting. At 63 my life’s direction has changed towards wanting at last to become a full-time artist. Your video is just exactly the conversation that I wanted to have! Thank you!⭐️
I finished art college in 94 and never really had an urge to draw again (life and 3 kids kind of got in the way) , but have just taken to drawing again for relaxation, mainly animals and have just drawn my friends lab in pencil crayons...and found out how much I love this medium compared to painting. I have stumbled across you youtube channel and feel like I have hit gold as today I have learned so many techniques already..keep them coming you are an inspiration thank-you!
Well, young lady you have impressed someone that came to art REALLY late in life-Two weeks before my 64th birthday. I've been doing pastels/colored pencils for 11 months now. You are truly gifted!!! I loved watching you work on the beautiful horse and listening to your story. It is very encouraging to me. I'm wanting to supplement my social security as I became a single mother of 3 around the same age as you. It's been a hard road to travel but I've made it and all my girls survived...LOL. I can't wait to learn more from you.
Bonnie, thank you so much. I got a divorce this past year after a 35 year marriage. I am 58! I also have been working on my art these past ten years and now am determined to be able to make a living from my art. It is just wonderful to listen to such an encouraging video. Thank you!
1/02/23 I just wanted to say thank you for such a great video and the way you have explained everything in such a calm and honest way. My head has been all over the place with how I should be being a full time art business at the age of 40. You have grounded me and made me on the right track. Such a huge help Bonny I can’t tell you! 😊xx
I was very fortunate to find your channel, because you advertised a workshop on how to construct leather with pencils. It was the most important workshop I have participated in! Thank you, I'm very excited to do more of your workshops and join your academy. Your openness and willingness to share so much makes your talent more accessible to me, you make me feel I can develop what skills I have to a level I can share and feel proud of. Again thank you
Thanks for that Bonny, I have just turned 69 & have just taken up drawing & I am loving it. Thank you for your tutorials which have really inspired me & my drawings are getting better despite problems with my hands & eyesight. Coral Australia
Very encouraging Bonny! I just turned 50 myself this year and just started oil painting for the most part this year. I am hoping to turn it into extra income in the years to come. It was great to hear your story. Stay encouraged yourself, you are doing a great job.
I came back to it a lot older than you.I know this was 2 years ago but still. It was about 10 years ago. It's been an upward battle trying to market my work. You have a nice style. I work in acrylics, graphite and colored pencils. You are doing much better business wise. Glad to see it.
Great information Bonnie! I've just stopped doing commissions for personal reasons, but I agree with everything you said. I was doing both pastel and oil portraits, and gradually increased my prices. Last year, wanting to slow things down, I drastically increased my oil painting prices thinking nobody would pay those prices. Guess what happened? Everybody wanted the expensive oil painting! I also had a Patreon channel but I'd bitten off more than I could chew. I was offering four full videos which was too much, especially with the oil tutorials. I'm reconsidering opening one again but perhaps with just one or two lessons. I don't want to overwhelm myself again.
Thank you so much for this- I’m 44 and just now coming to admit my love of art needs further development and is my real happy place. I currently use graphite and I’m still developing my skills but I cherish your videos as I find them extremely helpful even tho I don’t use colored pencil. Thank you again!
I just saw this now in march 2022, I wish I had seen it earlier. I was so intrigued in your story and your personality and style, that I am encouraged by you.
This really encouraged me. I'm 66 and I would love to spend my time learning this and possibly making this a way to make a little extra for myself. I love your videos and you are such an excellent teacher. Thank you so much for your honesty and for being a light for us.
This video is WONDERFUL! Our stories are so similar it is scary!! Picked up colored pencils one day and just did it. I have 3 children as well. I have been considering going full time as an artist for over a year now. Its not I cant afford to, its just scary...but you know that! Continuing to pray about it when I hope to have a decision made by July 1st. I am 36 but you have inspired me sooooo much!! Thank you for all you shared!
Thank you Bonny, I'm 67 and have always had a desire to draw and paint. Finally, at this late stage I'm able to spend the time needed to do both. I enjoyed watching and listening to your wonderful advice. Stay safe, from the land downunder..
Your story is very inspiring! I'm 55 and am hoping to spend the next couple of years building up my skills and then start offering pet portraits at least on a part time basis to help into retirement. Thank you for sharing your story!
Bonnie you are an absolute inspiration! I just started back to art at the age of 62! I say back to art, i just used to do graphite sketches. But 4 weeks ago i bought a range of papers and coloured pencils and am still at the experimenting stage but almost ready to draw my dog. I want to move next year and try and start a pet portrait business and your video could not have come at a better time for me. Your work is absolutely beautiful, thank you so much for sharing your inspiring story. I am a new subscriber and yours is the best TH-cam channel i've seen.
I am in my 60's and have now found the time to pursue art as I was never able to when I was younger. I love your realistic rendering of subjects, which is what drew me to your channel. Thank you for sharing your journey in this video. Very inspiring. Appreciate your attitude and frankness. God bless you in your future endeavors!
Thank you so much for the video. 32 and just taken up drawing again after many many years. Absolutely terrible at social media and keeping in contact. Your video is very inspirational and will take your advice on board!
Bonny thank you so much for sharing this message! I’m 66 years old and was feeling a bit sad that my career that I had as a decorative artist was physically too much for me to continue. I have done a few animal portraits in watercolor for friends and loved it! I have now joined your academy to learn how to use colored pencils. Thank you so much for your selfless heart! ❤️
Thank you so much sweetie, this helped encourage me. I'll be 50 in June and have just come back to drawing and painting after 20 years. Back then it was just when I had time and that wasn't all that often. I've no idea what I'm doing since my first set of commissions are done. So I'm just drawing LOL. With the world's finances on hold I feel a bit lost as to how to get more clients.
Thank you for this video! It appeared in my feed just when I needed it. I too started late in life! A friend needed a painting (marijuana) for an event she was doing. She put it on her table and within minutes I had orders Lol I have joined a few groups and after listening to you, I will certainly join more! Awesome drawing by the way!!
Thank you so much! I discovered you through the colored pencil animal portrait group. I took my first art class with my teenage daughter two years ago. We started with a year of graphite lessons and then spent last year exploring different pencils (graphite, charcoal, colored, pastel, and watercolor pencils plus pen and ink). This year we are exploring watercolor painting. I love seeing the art of other people and have particularly enjoyed seeing the animal portraits. One of my projects last year was a portrait of my dog, though I tend to have a light hand and the finished portrait isn't vibrant enough. Perhaps I need to buy better pencils or different paper or just add more layers. I really appreciated this video. I would love to be able to do commission work in the future. Thanks!
I loved you talk on marketing how to market your art, found it very helpful. I stumble over getting my work out in the public eye, I have done the shows and gallery’s and even getting 1st, and people’s choice awards it never bought me sales. Word of mouth and friends is about the only thing that worked, not enough to keep me going. My hubby bide when I was 50, leaving me with two kids (teenagers) and a broken heart. I’m hoping now at 68 I can create a market online, it’s something I can see being able to do from home. Thank you for your insights. Also loved watching you develop the horse, I’ve not worked in pencil before, I specialised in pastel portraits, some oils, acrylics and pen but never thought of trying pencils, love learning something new ❤️💐
I’m so glad it was useful - that’s most have been so tough for you all - there are lots of things you can do to market your work that doesn’t feel like your selling 🥰🥰
'A face for radio' .... made me laugh and tea spit 🤣 😂 😆 .... mainly because I can relate 🤣🤣🤣. If I could become half as successful as you over the next couple of years I will be thrilled. I'm now 47 so the same age as when you started. I feel at the moment I am looking at everest wondering how I will get to the top but I've took my first step.... so I guess it's just a case of one foot in front of the other now. Still have so much work to do in terms of improving my art.... its good and people like it and some want to buy, which is great.... but I would like it to be WOW! I'm building up my core supplies slowly.... I believe I can do this and I know I will but I need to allow myself patience 😁
Just discovered you Bonnie and so enjoying all your talent, information etc...I'm 72...I studied art, tried to sell in galleries etc etc but it never really took off until...Pet Portraits...this past year. It was really by accident but has been picking up. I usually paint in oils but want to try my hand at pastels...I'm assuming that the pencils and pastel pencils are similar. As I decided to learn Mandolin at 53, I know, it's never to late to learn.!
Bonny, what a lovely, lovely video!! Thank you! I wanted to mention that I own a maid service and we lose clients every month due to attrition or whatever, it just happens. Finances change, clients move, etc. So it's not just Patreon! 😘
You are such an inspiring and warm-hearted person, dear Bonny 😘. How happy I am to have come across your channel and your work. With your help everything might be possible. I would so love to Paint nice pictures but I never dared to start. But now the first steps are Made 😀. Thanks a Lot!
I started back to my drawing for the first time since I left school in 1959, last year aged 75. I’ve spent the year drawing friends dogs, cats, donkeys. I’ve done over 150 and wish I’d stuck at it then.
Such a wonderful video! I’m 46 and scared to follow my heart when it comes to Art. Perhaps because I’m a single mom and I’m afraid to commit the time for my art practice without knowing if I can ever be successful in this field and make a living for myself. Kind of risky field to get into.
Bonny you are amazing. I took part in your free workshop last week and you really inspired me. I'd never drawn/coloured an animal before, and I've since started to do so with the animals in my family. Your generosity sharing your skill is so heart-warming. Thank you so much for everything you're doing.
I could listen to you talk all day, I'm going to have to listen again and this time watch your pencil work as I was just listening whilst doing other stuff.
thank you for telling your story. my art career follows very much the same path, even right up to the year i picked it up again in 2016. i took art in college in the 70s, got into graphic design for 30 years, and then finally tried drawing again. and i still had the touch, though i had never worked in pastels, which i love. i need to watch this and also try pencil on pastelmat. your work is a beautiful example for us all. and, by the way, i am 73, live in central minnesota and most of my commissions are horses, with dogs running a close second.
This is super inspiring for me as I'm back to art having done very little for 30 years. At ripe old age of 48 I have a very small but blossoming art business. Beautiful work by the way. Much love from a new subscriber 💖
You’re a darling to share all your knowledge and your process, thanks lovely lady. This has been extremely useful, I totally relate in many ways, 2 dogs, 3 kids and no husband anymore!
Bonny, Thank you so much for this video. You have replied to my comments on instagram and been a wonderful encouragement. I am starting at 55 and my husband left me 15 years ago with five children. They are all now grown and in college and I have time to do the artwork I love. You are my inspiration and your videos are helping me get through this lockdown. I'm still learning to be consistent and learning my style. Thank you so much. God bless you from the USA.
I only found my way here because I saw an ad for the cutter, and I wanted to see with my own eyes HOW realistic fur is drawn. lol I have been trying it for years and I am so fed up not understanding it.
I’ve followed you on Instagram for quite some time... just now discovered your TH-cam channel 🤦♀️. I turned 50 last year (not too bad so far) and this video is a gem!! Thank you for your words of wisdom! Please keep sharing as it is very helpful 😊
Thank you so much for this video Bonny, I’ve never commented on a TH-cam video before, but felt it was so helpful and inspiring, I had to comment. I really enjoyed watching you draw while you were talking, it was fascinating.
Wow - Thanks Bonnie - what an honest and helpful video! I am on the brink of going self-employed as an artist this year and found your comments really inspiring! I just need to have the confidence to make the jump now I am 54... it feels like now or never lol! :)
Bonny, this is such an encouraging conversation - conversation because I'm sure that many, like myself, have been responding along with it. Widowed in 2020 I'm now in my late sixties and have been drawing with intention and enjoyment for the past year. I've completed quite a few commissions using pastel pencils but am keen to change to colored pencils. I do have an Instagram page which is linked to my Facebook page but I kind of keep doubting myself and my ability, You are so right in saying that we don't know what each day will bring. This video has been so helpful, thank you. One last question is regarding your beginner's course. I feel that, although my work in pastels is okay, knowing the basics of a new medium is essential. Your thoughts?😊
I'm your age, to be honest, I'm a little older 😄. I drew horses in my childhood and now I rediscovered my hobby. I love your amazing drawings and helpful videos 👍. Maybe your words will change my life ...😉
Bonnie, Thank you for the chat. I have joined on your Patreon and am learning a lot. I am also older that has found my art again. Your description of how you have got there was most helpful as I started posting my drawings and then people started to ask for drawings.
Bonny you are one of very few artists who are so willing to share how they market their art! Thank you so much. Did you open a new Facebook account specifically for your art? I'm 73, been dabbling with oils since young, but never really took myself seriously...even now. I've sold maybe five paintings in all these years, and now it is time to put them on social media, but I'm so lost on that point. I have really no idea how to go about it. Thanks for some of your pointers. You are very encouraging...so thanks!
Thank you 🥰 I opened a Facebook page which is different to your personal profile - it’s connected to your profile but a different account and allows for extras like analytics etc 🥰
This video is so informative. Could you please do a video on how to prepare a commitiond art to give to your clients. Like how to prepare it , wrap it and send it. I hope you understand my question..
I dream of what you have achieved. You are so dedicated and focused you have a real head for buisness and of course very talented artist. I'm very much at amateur hobby level, aged 50 and been creative for the last few years, dabbling here and there, mostly in watercolour and more recently pencils and I follow lots of tutorials. However I jump about, I need to focus. I can do it I think but no confidence to do it on my own. I love colouring books as well hence finding pencils. I'm curious do you still colour in those these days? When I was 15, all I wanted to do was go to Art School, I had it all planned but sadly life got in the way, parents spilt up and I moved country. I never got to go to Art School and it's my biggest regret now that I never followed that dream. I see artists like you and it gives me a very small glimmer of hope that only day I can realise my dream.
Thank you Bonny, I found this video really helpful! You are a kind, beautiful soul. I am just starting out at the age of 35. I have not really drawn since my art GCSE, but I am excited to see if I can make a go of things!
Hi Bonny, As usual your videos are so interesting, the quality of content, your soothing voice and your down to earth advice. I haven’t known you for long but I feel like we are very much alike in many aspects. Thank you! 🥰
Thanks so much for all the info and your beautiful kind personality I'm trying to make art my career eventually ! I did teach decorative painting for 8 years which was really lovely and most enjoyable we have 7 gorgeous horses and ponies im hoping to paint and I really feel drawn to coloured pencils so hope fully will do that also! Hopefully one-day I'm able to join your patreon I'm sure it's be a wonderful experience and I also love the thought of always supporting fellow artists in some way! I feel that alot of artists seem to be that way just so full of encouragement! Thanks again I truly love your videos❤🎨🐎
I did just invest in some polychromos pencils, and am trying out different papers, since I can’t yet afford the pastelmat. It’s been fun to watch your videos along with others to see which techniques I can apply to my own art.
Oh wow, I got into animal portraits because I got obsessed with my adult colouring books too! Though I just draw as a hobby ( still learning) I don’t have the confidence to do commissions. You’re a true master of your skill & I love watching you create such beautiful pieces ......thank you for sharing everything with us Bonny xx🙏❤️ PS.....your humour cracks me up!😂😉
I am still binge watching and I started earlier today to cram it all in. I do wish I’d found you years ago. I feel at 50, I need to get a move on. My question to you about getting started is this: Did you have to have lots of pictures drawn before you really went for it, if that makes sense. What I mean is, I am quite slow at drawing because I am still learning (only realised I could draw in October last year) and I wonder if I need to just do as many as I can before I try and be seen. My IG is very sparse because I don’t have the content to keep posting and it takes me ages to draw something. I work full time anyway so it’s not for my main income but I would like to get more work so I can feel fulfilled and like I’ve achieved something special for me. What advice do you have? (PS, this video is fab!).
The first thing I want to say is it's never too late and you don't need to feel like you have to rush. I have members in Ignite who are now in there 70s and 80s starting their own art businesses! It's amazing, so don't worry about that. No, just go for it. Start sharing and being authentically you. You don't have to just share finished pieces, you can share short videos of you drawing, works in progress, even behind the scenes things. My main pieces of advice is just keep posting as regularly as you can and just be yourself 🥰
This video is really interesting to me. I’ve started following you on Instagram. I’m 46 years old. I work 29 hours a week(school hours) in accounting and would love to do commissions part time. I have done portraits of a dog for presents but just too scared to take the leap. I would love to have a chat with you and send me some of your confidence ☺️
Bonny I stumbled across your page and this much needed you tube today, and absolutely loved listening to you, all the way from Australia. Ive been a botanical and wildlife artist for quite a few years now, but recently seem to have lost the 'drive' and purpose for it all. I am so inspired by your attitude and of course your drawings, and feel quite 'lifted' in these uncertain times. I will look out for you on instagram and facebook and hopefully make your acquaintance. Lots of love to you and your family. Stay safe and thank you once again X
So lovely to hear from you Jacqui, it really is a very very strange time we're all going through at the moment. I like to stay positive if I can, and I'm so happy that people are enjoying my videos. Please please do get in touch, I'd love to chat :) Bonny xx
Bonny Snowdon Fine Art yes very strange times across the world eh. One heck of a wake up call of what’s important and what’s not. Reaching out to Old friends and making new ones through social media is a blessing. I do believe this storm will pass , but meantime while the earth is healing, there will be plenty of time for us all to reflect, slow down and be kind to ourselves ...... and DRAW MORE 🤣 I’ll reach out to you over in fb X
Thank you for this video. Just bought your leopard class (pdf) and ordered some pencils I don’t yet have and I’m on my way to a fab painting 😂 (And you are not old 😘)
ALOT of respect for you Bonny. It's tough. I'm amazed that you can accomplish all of it. Also, thank you so much about commissions. I literally"gave" away my pastel portraits. People didn't want to pay my full price of $160 for 8x10 or more $ for 11 x 14 commissions. I won't be making that mistake again. If they really want it, they will find a way to afford it. Period. Would they want to work for less than minimum wage? Not likely.
I so enjoyed everything you shared and your total transparency and honesty. It was also very educating watching your work in progress!!! From the US Salem, Oregon.
Thank you for this info Bonny. I've just discovered your TH-cam channel and really found this useful and informative as a pastel portrait artist just starting out with commissions in Melbourne, Australia. I'll definitely be following you as I love your down to earth, conversational style!
Thanks so much Bonny for your fantastic advice, I'm a similar age toy you and trying to start an art career so this is so relevant. Been doing lots of drawing in lockdown, just need to get to grips with Social media really as I find it a bit daunting. All the best, Simon
Bonny, OH MY GOD OH MY GOD OH MY GOD......are you sure you didn't somehow telepathically jump down to Australia and into my head. I am turning 49 on Easter Saturday this year, what a crazy year it is!! Your goal, your path, your dream, even how you started was so similar to mine it was a bit freaky. You had the hairs on my arm standing up at one point. Only difference is that I had not been working previously I had battled a malignant brain tumour and now live with double vision. I don't even know how I do what I do....it seem to choose me! It has only been in the last month or two that I decided to start offering commissions bc everyone kept saying how mind blowing my work was and I should start making money from it. Loren's Art, is now my registered business. I offer photorealistic colored pencil and pastel pencil portraits. I have been sitting here for the last week or so trying to work out what to charge as I have 4 commissions to start already. Thank you for your video really it couldn't have come at a more appropriate time. Your advice was absolutely invaluable. Got all the social media started, FBook page, etc amd a marketing plan!! I couldn't agree more with you on every level. I have a wonderful husband and he loves and supports everything I do. I also have 2 teenage kids, which are a challenge but very supportive of me as well. Your horse looks amazing by the way!! Anyway, thank you for taking the time to reading my message and thank you for all the terrific help and advise you offered. I will keep you posted. And what a good time to be at home concentrating on art and starting a business as we are all in ockdown! I hope and pray that both you and your family are happy and well and please stay safe. Loren from Melbourne Down Under!!
@@BonnySnowdonAcademy I'd love too Bonny, still getting photos etc sorted and info to go on the sites but I'll keep you in the loop. I also checked out Alex Fleming as you mentioned...wow what an amazing artist. His pic of the Koala got to me especially given the horrendous fires we had just before the virus too hold. I was in awe of his work. Cheers Loren
Loren Patafta my personal facebook page has all my art but my business one Loren's Art only has my latest pastel piece I did for my best friend who's husband was very recently killed in a car accident and a watercolor birthday card I did for my Mum...it's a WIP right now!!
Oh Bonnie another wonderful informative video that helps so many artists... loved listening and watching you draw at the same time... thanks for being so generous with your knowledge of all aspects of art and markering... 💕💕
Thank you so much. Do you have a video that addresses how to deal with marketing yourself if you are an introvert? I apologise if I've missed it but I'm not one of those people who are at home right now. My job is still on the essential list. 😊
I have a few videos on my patreon - I must do some more. I'm what you call an extroverted introvert - I have become quite adept at donning different hats when the need arises. Learning strategies to cope in situations, and to become someone else has really helped me :)
@@BonnySnowdonAcademy I understand. In my job I've had to "act" like an extrovert but it's an effort (some days are easy...others not) though I've gotten better at it. I need to make the transition to marketing myself...which makes my stomach flip. 😬😳
A very interesting video. Thank you for making it. You mentioned the price you charge for a portrait, and I wondered how long it takes you to draw one such portrait. Obviously, exact timings can vary, but being at the level you're at you've got to have something of an estimate.
Thanks Bonny. Usually artists are introverts. most of us not sales and marketing people. You said you have been in art/creative industry before you started? Was that a foundation experience to start the business?
Bonnie I love your work and how open you are to sharing your knowledge. I would love to chat with you about a few things as I am an artist and have begun taking commissions full-time as I had to quit work as I became disabled in 2011. How do I reach out?
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Thank you so very much for this wonderful video. I'm 67 years old, and have never been able to do my art, because of personal reasons until now. I had a son who was born with kidney problems. He was in and out of hospitals all of his life. I donated my kidney to him when he was 2 years old in 1986. Since that time he has had cancer and other medical problems. He passed away in 2011 at the age of 28. I was suicidal, and have not been able to create art until now. Bonny, your videos have been so helpful. Especially this one. You have given me hope and a belief in myself again. Thank you so very, very much for all you do. God bless. Ace Robst Jr.
It's Sunday morning, 8:24 am, me sitting on my desk working on my hubby's portrait filling out the hair portion, something I've never done in my life before and listening to your advise, while he's snoring happily downstairs! "very ordinary, having a face for radio, middle aged, a bit chubby"..... oh....how I can relate to that! You simply made my day (aside from the proudness which is swelling up inside me already about the little piece of work in front of me which actually, truly resembles my better half!)!!! Thank you for that...I'm so glad that I 'found' you! Have a nice w/end!
Thank you for this video. It's really encouraging for me. I'm 32 and hadn't created any art between the ages of 16 and 30. I had been dissuaded from pursuing art by my mum (who was an artist herself, specifically a jeweller and sculptor), who basically said there was no real way to make a living in it. So I ended up going to college studying things I wasn't passionate about, I flunked out out of 2 universities and basically went from being a happy and confident A-grade student to feeling like a directionless failure. I spent my late teens and all of my 20s moving from entry level job to entry level job, completely clueless about what to do with my life and feeling hopeless. It wasn't until I picked up the art supplies again at 30 that I realised what I had been missing. At the moment I'm still honing my skills and working full time as a dog groomer before I take the leap into being an independent artist. To be honest I've been scared to do it because I just don't earn enough to save any money as a safety net. Hearing your story and tips about building a business is so valuable. Thanks again.
Lockdown has given me the time and space to re~kindle my lifelong drawing and painting. At 63 my life’s direction has changed towards wanting at last to become a full-time artist. Your video is just exactly the conversation that I wanted to have! Thank you!⭐️
I finished art college in 94 and never really had an urge to draw again (life and 3 kids kind of got in the way) , but have just taken to drawing again for relaxation, mainly animals and have just drawn my friends lab in pencil crayons...and found out how much I love this medium compared to painting. I have stumbled across you youtube channel and feel like I have hit gold as today I have learned so many techniques already..keep them coming you are an inspiration thank-you!
Ahh that’s lovely to hear 🥰🥰
Well, young lady you have impressed someone that came to art REALLY late in life-Two weeks before my 64th birthday. I've been doing pastels/colored pencils for 11 months now. You are truly gifted!!! I loved watching you work on the beautiful horse and listening to your story. It is very encouraging to me. I'm wanting to supplement my social security as I became a single mother of 3 around the same age as you. It's been a hard road to travel but I've made it and all my girls survived...LOL. I can't wait to learn more from you.
Bonnie, thank you so much. I got a divorce this past year after a 35 year marriage. I am 58! I also have been working on my art these past ten years and now am determined to be able to make a living from my art. It is just wonderful to listen to such an encouraging video. Thank you!
1/02/23 I just wanted to say thank you for such a great video and the way you have explained everything in such a calm and honest way. My head has been all over the place with how I should be being a full time art business at the age of 40. You have grounded me and made me on the right track. Such a huge help Bonny I can’t tell you! 😊xx
I was very fortunate to find your channel, because you advertised a workshop on how to construct leather with pencils. It was the most important workshop I have participated in! Thank you, I'm very excited to do more of your workshops and join your academy. Your openness and willingness to share so much makes your talent more accessible to me, you make me feel I can develop what skills I have to a level I can share and feel proud of. Again thank you
Ah thank you so much, that's really kind of you to say and I'm so glad you've found my community 🥰
Thanks for that Bonny, I have just turned 69 & have just taken up drawing & I am loving it. Thank you for your tutorials which have really inspired me & my drawings are getting better despite problems with my hands & eyesight.
Coral Australia
Very encouraging Bonny! I just turned 50 myself this year and just started oil painting for the most part this year. I am hoping to turn it into extra income in the years to come. It was great to hear your story. Stay encouraged yourself, you are doing a great job.
So glad I was useful :) I’m always around if you want any pointers or help :)
I came back to it a lot older than you.I know this was 2 years ago but still. It was about 10 years ago. It's been an upward battle trying to market my work. You have a nice style. I work in acrylics, graphite and colored pencils. You are doing much better business wise. Glad to see it.
Great information Bonnie! I've just stopped doing commissions for personal reasons, but I agree with everything you said. I was doing both pastel and oil portraits, and gradually increased my prices. Last year, wanting to slow things down, I drastically increased my oil painting prices thinking nobody would pay those prices. Guess what happened? Everybody wanted the expensive oil painting! I also had a Patreon channel but I'd bitten off more than I could chew. I was offering four full videos which was too much, especially with the oil tutorials. I'm reconsidering opening one again but perhaps with just one or two lessons. I don't want to overwhelm myself again.
Carole Rodrigue thank you 😊 it’s amazing how people work isn’t it. Patreon is wonderful but hard work
Thank you so much for this- I’m 44 and just now coming to admit my love of art needs further development and is my real happy place. I currently use graphite and I’m still developing my skills but I cherish your videos as I find them extremely helpful even tho I don’t use colored pencil. Thank you again!
So glad it’s been useful 🥰
I’m 46 and learning painting…never tried pencils. May I ask where u learned pencil drawing?
I just saw this now in march 2022, I wish I had seen it earlier. I was so intrigued in your story and your personality and style, that I am encouraged by you.
This really encouraged me. I'm 66 and I would love to spend my time learning this and possibly making this a way to make a little extra for myself. I love your videos and you are such an excellent teacher. Thank you so much for your honesty and for being a light for us.
pattimoose1 I’m so glad it’s helped and thank you so much 🥰
i realize Im kinda randomly asking but does anybody know of a good place to watch newly released tv shows online?
This video is WONDERFUL! Our stories are so similar it is scary!! Picked up colored pencils one day and just did it. I have 3 children as well. I have been considering going full time as an artist for over a year now. Its not I cant afford to, its just scary...but you know that! Continuing to pray about it when I hope to have a decision made by July 1st. I am 36 but you have inspired me sooooo much!! Thank you for all you shared!
Thank you Bonny, I'm 67 and have always had a desire to draw and paint. Finally, at this late stage I'm able to spend the time needed to do both. I enjoyed watching and listening to your wonderful advice. Stay safe, from the land downunder..
Your story is very inspiring! I'm 55 and am hoping to spend the next couple of years building up my skills and then start offering pet portraits at least on a part time basis to help into retirement. Thank you for sharing your story!
This was so informative and helpful! I started back with my art at 66! Thank you so much for all your tips and information!
Bonnie you are an absolute inspiration! I just started back to art at the age of 62! I say back to art, i just used to do graphite sketches. But 4 weeks ago i bought a range of papers and coloured pencils and am still at the experimenting stage but almost ready to draw my dog. I want to move next year and try and start a pet portrait business and your video could not have come at a better time for me. Your work is absolutely beautiful, thank you so much for sharing your inspiring story. I am a new subscriber and yours is the best TH-cam channel i've seen.
Subscribed! Your art is amazing! You’re such a great person. I wish you and your family all the best that life has to offer.💐
I am in my 60's and have now found the time to pursue art as I was never able to when I was younger. I love your realistic rendering of subjects, which is what drew me to your channel. Thank you for sharing your journey in this video. Very inspiring. Appreciate your attitude and frankness. God bless you in your future endeavors!
Ahh thank you 🥰
Thank you so much for the video. 32 and just taken up drawing again after many many years. Absolutely terrible at social media and keeping in contact. Your video is very inspirational and will take your advice on board!
Bonny thank you so much for sharing this message! I’m 66 years old and was feeling a bit sad that my career that I had as a decorative artist was physically too much for me to continue. I have done a few animal portraits in watercolor for friends and loved it! I have now joined your academy to learn how to use colored pencils. Thank you so much for your selfless heart! ❤️
Thank you so much sweetie, this helped encourage me. I'll be 50 in June and have just come back to drawing and painting after 20 years. Back then it was just when I had time and that wasn't all that often. I've no idea what I'm doing since my first set of commissions are done. So I'm just drawing LOL. With the world's finances on hold I feel a bit lost as to how to get more clients.
Art and Diamonds With Eskies pleasure - and I’m really happy to help if ever you need any 🥰
@@BonnySnowdonAcademy Thank you
Thank you so much. I know that I am just seeing this, but you are a breath of fresh air, and inspirational.
Thank you 🥰
Dearest Bonny, Thanku for a lovely conversation, really enjoyed listening, you’re doing an amazing job, much love from Australia 😘
Mollie Stevens that’s so lovely thank you 🥰
Thank you for this video! It appeared in my feed just when I needed it. I too started late in life! A friend needed a painting (marijuana) for an event she was doing. She put it on her table and within minutes I had orders Lol
I have joined a few groups and after listening to you, I will certainly join more!
Awesome drawing by the way!!
Tokin' Tina's Travels thank you so much 🥰
Thank you for sharing. I am learning to draw, I doubt I will ever get to the selling point, sadly. But on a good day I enjoy it and feel better.
Thank you :)
Thank you so much! I discovered you through the colored pencil animal portrait group. I took my first art class with my teenage daughter two years ago. We started with a year of graphite lessons and then spent last year exploring different pencils (graphite, charcoal, colored, pastel, and watercolor pencils plus pen and ink). This year we are exploring watercolor painting. I love seeing the art of other people and have particularly enjoyed seeing the animal portraits. One of my projects last year was a portrait of my dog, though I tend to have a light hand and the finished portrait isn't vibrant enough. Perhaps I need to buy better pencils or different paper or just add more layers. I really appreciated this video. I would love to be able to do commission work in the future. Thanks!
I straight away got up from my bed, off my phone and started drawing after this video, 😂 thanks Bonny! ♥️
I loved you talk on marketing how to market your art, found it very helpful. I stumble over getting my work out in the public eye, I have done the shows and gallery’s and even getting 1st, and people’s choice awards it never bought me sales. Word of mouth and friends is about the only thing that worked, not enough to keep me going. My hubby bide when I was 50, leaving me with two kids (teenagers) and a broken heart. I’m hoping now at 68 I can create a market online, it’s something I can see being able to do from home. Thank you for your insights. Also loved watching you develop the horse, I’ve not worked in pencil before, I specialised in pastel portraits, some oils, acrylics and pen but never thought of trying pencils, love learning something new ❤️💐
I’m so glad it was useful - that’s most have been so tough for you all - there are lots of things you can do to market your work that doesn’t feel like your selling 🥰🥰
'A face for radio' .... made me laugh and tea spit 🤣 😂 😆 .... mainly because I can relate 🤣🤣🤣. If I could become half as successful as you over the next couple of years I will be thrilled. I'm now 47 so the same age as when you started. I feel at the moment I am looking at everest wondering how I will get to the top but I've took my first step.... so I guess it's just a case of one foot in front of the other now. Still have so much work to do in terms of improving my art.... its good and people like it and some want to buy, which is great.... but I would like it to be WOW! I'm building up my core supplies slowly.... I believe I can do this and I know I will but I need to allow myself patience 😁
Just discovered you Bonnie and so enjoying all your talent, information etc...I'm 72...I studied art, tried to sell in galleries etc etc but it never really took off until...Pet Portraits...this past year. It was really by accident but has been picking up. I usually paint in oils but want to try my hand at pastels...I'm assuming that the pencils and pastel pencils are similar. As I decided to learn Mandolin at 53, I know, it's never to late to learn.!
Big Thank You for this inspiration video, Love your voice and how you share everything with us❤❤❤
Thank you for sharing, Bonny!
Bonny, what a lovely, lovely video!! Thank you! I wanted to mention that I own a maid service and we lose clients every month due to attrition or whatever, it just happens. Finances change, clients move, etc. So it's not just Patreon! 😘
It's so hard isn't it - the problem with art is its from the heart so it always feels so personal
You are such an inspiring and warm-hearted person, dear Bonny 😘. How happy I am to have come across your channel and your work. With your help everything might be possible. I would so love to Paint nice pictures but I never dared to start. But now the first steps are Made 😀. Thanks a Lot!
Thank you so much 🥰 So excited for you to start your coloured pencil journey
I started back to my drawing for the first time since I left school in 1959, last year aged 75. I’ve spent the year drawing friends dogs, cats, donkeys. I’ve done over 150 and wish I’d stuck at it then.
Such a wonderful video! I’m 46 and scared to follow my heart when it comes to Art. Perhaps because I’m a single mom and I’m afraid to commit the time for my art practice without knowing if I can ever be successful in this field and make a living for myself. Kind of risky field to get into.
Bonny you are amazing. I took part in your free workshop last week and you really inspired me. I'd never drawn/coloured an animal before, and I've since started to do so with the animals in my family. Your generosity sharing your skill is so heart-warming. Thank you so much for everything you're doing.
Thank you so much :)
I could listen to you talk all day, I'm going to have to listen again and this time watch your pencil work as I was just listening whilst doing other stuff.
thank you for telling your story. my art career follows very much the same path, even right up to the year i picked it up again in 2016. i took art in college in the 70s, got into graphic design for 30 years, and then finally tried drawing again. and i still had the touch, though i had never worked in pastels, which i love. i need to watch this and also try pencil on pastelmat. your work is a beautiful example for us all. and, by the way, i am 73, live in central minnesota and most of my commissions are horses, with dogs running a close second.
crystalzak so lovely to hear from you - your story is so similar 🥰
This is super inspiring for me as I'm back to art having done very little for 30 years. At ripe old age of 48 I have a very small but blossoming art business. Beautiful work by the way. Much love from a new subscriber 💖
thank you :) and all the best for your new business :)
A really helpful and interesting video. thanks, Bonny!
great story so far ive been doing my commisions for free only asking for the cost of materials i think i need to get more confident in my ability !
You’re a darling to share all your knowledge and your process, thanks lovely lady. This has been extremely useful, I totally relate in many ways, 2 dogs, 3 kids and no husband anymore!
Thank you so much Bonny! You are a very lovely person , and for me this video was so helpful .🤗😘
Elena
Bah!!! This is exactly what I had in mind to do.
amazing video. What an inspiring artist!!!!!!!
Love your style and drawings! I have leant so much from you and you inspired me to open my own TH-cam channel. Keep up the good work!
Thank you so much :)
You are very lucky to have been recognised.
thank you so much for sharing your story!
Bonny, Thank you so much for this video. You have replied to my comments on instagram and been a wonderful encouragement. I am starting at 55 and my husband left me 15 years ago with five children. They are all now grown and in college and I have time to do the artwork I love. You are my inspiration and your videos are helping me get through this lockdown. I'm still learning to be consistent and learning my style. Thank you so much. God bless you from the USA.
So lovely to hear from you - and I'm glad you're coping during this awful time :) any time please do get in touch if you need any help :)
I only found my way here because I saw an ad for the cutter, and I wanted to see with my own eyes HOW realistic fur is drawn. lol I have been trying it for years and I am so fed up not understanding it.
I have quite a few tutorials on here, plus I teach too. If can be of any help please let me know :)
Bonny, thank you for your insightful, warm and generous heart! I loved this video. I related and found you inspiring 💜
I’ve followed you on Instagram for quite some time... just now discovered your TH-cam channel 🤦♀️. I turned 50 last year (not too bad so far) and this video is a gem!! Thank you for your words of wisdom! Please keep sharing as it is very helpful 😊
Thank you so much for this video Bonny, I’ve never commented on a TH-cam video before, but felt it was so helpful and inspiring, I had to comment. I really enjoyed watching you draw while you were talking, it was fascinating.
Thank you so much Claire, that's really appreciated :)
Wow - Thanks Bonnie - what an honest and helpful video! I am on the brink of going self-employed as an artist this year and found your comments really inspiring! I just need to have the confidence to make the jump now I am 54... it feels like now or never lol! :)
So glad it was helpful 😍
You are such an inspiration! I needed to hear this! Warm greetings from Sweden ❤❤
You sound like a very generous person.
Bonny, this is such an encouraging conversation - conversation because I'm sure that many, like myself, have been responding along with it. Widowed in 2020 I'm now in my late sixties and have been drawing with intention and enjoyment for the past year. I've completed quite a few commissions using pastel pencils but am keen to change to colored pencils. I do have an Instagram page which is linked to my Facebook page but I kind of keep doubting myself and my ability, You are so right in saying that we don't know what each day will bring. This video has been so helpful, thank you. One last question is regarding your beginner's course. I feel that, although my work in pastels is okay, knowing the basics of a new medium is essential. Your thoughts?😊
That was great to listen to Bonny. You answered a lot of things I would never have asked, but wanted to know. Thank you.
I'm your age, to be honest, I'm a little older 😄. I drew horses in my childhood and now I rediscovered my hobby. I love your amazing drawings and helpful videos 👍. Maybe your words will change my life ...😉
Bonnie, Thank you for the chat. I have joined on your Patreon and am learning a lot. I am also older that has found my art again. Your description of how you have got there was most helpful as I started posting my drawings and then people started to ask for drawings.
Bonny you are one of very few artists who are so willing to share how they market their art! Thank you so much. Did you open a new Facebook account specifically for your art? I'm 73, been dabbling with oils since young, but never really took myself seriously...even now. I've sold maybe five paintings in all these years, and now it is time to put them on social media, but I'm so lost on that point. I have really no idea how to go about it. Thanks for some of your pointers. You are very encouraging...so thanks!
Thank you 🥰 I opened a Facebook page which is different to your personal profile - it’s connected to your profile but a different account and allows for extras like analytics etc 🥰
This video is so informative. Could you please do a video on how to prepare a commitiond art to give to your clients. Like how to prepare it , wrap it and send it. I hope you understand my question..
Gosh Bonny, you are an inspiration 🙏
Thank you 🥰
I dream of what you have achieved. You are so dedicated and focused you have a real head for buisness and of course very talented artist. I'm very much at amateur hobby level, aged 50 and been creative for the last few years, dabbling here and there, mostly in watercolour and more recently pencils and I follow lots of tutorials. However I jump about, I need to focus. I can do it I think but no confidence to do it on my own. I love colouring books as well hence finding pencils. I'm curious do you still colour in those these days? When I was 15, all I wanted to do was go to Art School, I had it all planned but sadly life got in the way, parents spilt up and I moved country. I never got to go to Art School and it's my biggest regret now that I never followed that dream. I see artists like you and it gives me a very small glimmer of hope that only day I can realise my dream.
You come across as a very generous and kind person, and so deserve the happiness and success you have achieved. ❤️
Thank you so much :)
Bonnie, thank you for generously sharing your talent! You are a true inspiration to artists everywhere.
Thank you so much :)
Thank you Bonny, I found this video really helpful! You are a kind, beautiful soul. I am just starting out at the age of 35. I have not really drawn since my art GCSE, but I am excited to see if I can make a go of things!
Hi Bonny, As usual your videos are so interesting, the quality of content, your soothing voice and your down to earth advice. I haven’t known you for long but I feel like we are very much alike in many aspects. Thank you! 🥰
Claire Sylvestre 🥰thank you so much 🥰
Thanks so much for all the info and your beautiful kind personality I'm trying to make art my career eventually ! I did teach decorative painting for 8 years which was really lovely and most enjoyable we have 7 gorgeous horses and ponies im hoping to paint and I really feel drawn to coloured pencils so hope fully will do that also! Hopefully one-day I'm able to join your patreon I'm sure it's be a wonderful experience and I also love the thought of always supporting fellow artists in some way! I feel that alot of artists seem to be that way just so full of encouragement! Thanks again I truly love your videos❤🎨🐎
Thanks a lot for the info/pep talk. I’m glad to hear other artists getting started later, so I don’t feel so defeated starting later myself😉
I’m only a couple years older than you, fyi.
I did just invest in some polychromos pencils, and am trying out different papers, since I can’t yet afford the pastelmat. It’s been fun to watch your videos along with others to see which techniques I can apply to my own art.
Oh wow, I got into animal portraits because I got obsessed with my adult colouring books too! Though I just draw as a hobby ( still learning) I don’t have the confidence to do commissions.
You’re a true master of your skill & I love watching you create such beautiful pieces ......thank you for sharing everything with us Bonny xx🙏❤️
PS.....your humour cracks me up!😂😉
Lynn Rushton the humble colouring book - it teaches so much 🥰 thank you so much for your lovely words 🥰
I am still binge watching and I started earlier today to cram it all in. I do wish I’d found you years ago. I feel at 50, I need to get a move on. My question to you about getting started is this: Did you have to have lots of pictures drawn before you really went for it, if that makes sense. What I mean is, I am quite slow at drawing because I am still learning (only realised I could draw in October last year) and I wonder if I need to just do as many as I can before I try and be seen. My IG is very sparse because I don’t have the content to keep posting and it takes me ages to draw something. I work full time anyway so it’s not for my main income but I would like to get more work so I can feel fulfilled and like I’ve achieved something special for me. What advice do you have? (PS, this video is fab!).
The first thing I want to say is it's never too late and you don't need to feel like you have to rush. I have members in Ignite who are now in there 70s and 80s starting their own art businesses! It's amazing, so don't worry about that. No, just go for it. Start sharing and being authentically you. You don't have to just share finished pieces, you can share short videos of you drawing, works in progress, even behind the scenes things. My main pieces of advice is just keep posting as regularly as you can and just be yourself 🥰
Wow this so amazing drawing love it detail shade look realistic keep going amazing work 😱😍😄👍
Thank you :)
Hi Bonny! its so pleasant to hear your conversation and watching you working ! I admire and love your work ! Souhila from Algeria !
Came across this video by accident, and it was fascinating, and so useful. Thank you 🙂
Glad you enjoyed it 🥰
This video is really interesting to me. I’ve started following you on Instagram. I’m 46 years old. I work 29 hours a week(school hours) in accounting and would love to do commissions part time. I have done portraits of a dog for presents but just too scared to take the leap. I would love to have a chat with you and send me some of your confidence ☺️
Bonny I stumbled across your page and this much needed you tube today, and absolutely loved listening to you, all the way from Australia. Ive been a botanical and wildlife artist for quite a few years now, but recently seem to have lost the 'drive' and purpose for it all. I am so inspired by your attitude and of course your drawings, and feel quite 'lifted' in these uncertain times. I will look out for you on instagram and facebook and hopefully make your acquaintance. Lots of love to you and your family. Stay safe and thank you once again X
So lovely to hear from you Jacqui, it really is a very very strange time we're all going through at the moment. I like to stay positive if I can, and I'm so happy that people are enjoying my videos. Please please do get in touch, I'd love to chat :) Bonny xx
Bonny Snowdon Fine Art yes very strange times across the world eh. One heck of a wake up call of what’s important and what’s not. Reaching out to Old friends and making new ones through social media is a blessing. I do believe this storm will pass , but meantime while the earth is healing, there will be plenty of time for us all to reflect, slow down and be kind to ourselves ...... and DRAW MORE 🤣 I’ll reach out to you over in fb X
God bless you Bonnie...You remind me of great Indian philosopher and Nobel laureate Ravindra nath Tagore who also took up drawing in his late forties👍
Rohan Ahirey thank you 🥰
You are a very nice lady, Bonny. Thanks so much for the video and your time.
Thank you 🥰
Thank you for this video. Just bought your leopard class (pdf) and ordered some pencils I don’t yet have and I’m on my way to a fab painting 😂 (And you are not old 😘)
ALOT of respect for you Bonny. It's tough. I'm amazed that you can accomplish all of it. Also, thank you so much about commissions. I literally"gave" away my pastel portraits. People didn't want to pay my full price of $160 for 8x10 or more $ for 11 x 14 commissions. I won't be making that mistake again. If they really want it, they will find a way to afford it. Period. Would they want to work for less than minimum wage? Not likely.
thank you :) and yes - up those prices!! xx
I so enjoyed everything you shared and your total transparency and honesty. It was also very educating watching your work in progress!!! From the US Salem, Oregon.
thank you :)
Thank you for this info Bonny. I've just discovered your TH-cam channel and really found this useful and informative as a pastel portrait artist just starting out with commissions in Melbourne, Australia. I'll definitely be following you as I love your down to earth, conversational style!
thankyou so much :)
Thanks so much Bonny for your fantastic advice, I'm a similar age toy you and trying to start an art career so this is so relevant.
Been doing lots of drawing in lockdown, just need to get to grips with Social media really as I find it a bit daunting. All the best, Simon
Thank you so much Simon :)
Bonny, OH MY GOD OH MY GOD OH MY GOD......are you sure you didn't somehow telepathically jump down to Australia and into my head. I am turning 49 on Easter Saturday this year, what a crazy year it is!! Your goal, your path, your dream, even how you started was so similar to mine it was a bit freaky. You had the hairs on my arm standing up at one point. Only difference is that I had not been working previously I had battled a malignant brain tumour and now live with double vision. I don't even know how I do what I do....it seem to choose me! It has only been in the last month or two that I decided to start offering commissions bc everyone kept saying how mind blowing my work was and I should start making money from it. Loren's Art, is now my registered business. I offer photorealistic colored pencil and pastel pencil portraits. I have been sitting here for the last week or so trying to work out what to charge as I have 4 commissions to start already. Thank you for your video really it couldn't have come at a more appropriate time. Your advice was absolutely invaluable. Got all the social media started, FBook page, etc amd a marketing plan!! I couldn't agree more with you on every level. I have a wonderful husband and he loves and supports everything I do. I also have 2 teenage kids, which are a challenge but very supportive of me as well. Your horse looks amazing by the way!! Anyway, thank you for taking the time to reading my message and thank you for all the terrific help and advise you offered. I will keep you posted. And what a good time to be at home concentrating on art and starting a business as we are all in ockdown! I hope and pray that both you and your family are happy and well and please stay safe. Loren from Melbourne Down Under!!
Loren Patafta oh this is just wonderful!!! Please share your social media links with me so I can connect with you 🥰
@@BonnySnowdonAcademy I'd love too Bonny, still getting photos etc sorted and info to go on the sites but I'll keep you in the loop. I also checked out Alex Fleming as you mentioned...wow what an amazing artist. His pic of the Koala got to me especially given the horrendous fires we had just before the virus too hold. I was in awe of his work. Cheers Loren
Loren Patafta my personal facebook page has all my art but my business one Loren's Art only has my latest pastel piece I did for my best friend who's husband was very recently killed in a car accident and a watercolor birthday card I did for my Mum...it's a WIP right now!!
Oh Bonnie another wonderful informative video that helps so many artists... loved listening and watching you draw at the same time... thanks for being so generous with your knowledge of all aspects of art and markering... 💕💕
Brenda Milstein thank you so much 🥰
Thank you so much. Do you have a video that addresses how to deal with marketing yourself if you are an introvert? I apologise if I've missed it but I'm not one of those people who are at home right now. My job is still on the essential list. 😊
I have a few videos on my patreon - I must do some more. I'm what you call an extroverted introvert - I have become quite adept at donning different hats when the need arises. Learning strategies to cope in situations, and to become someone else has really helped me :)
@@BonnySnowdonAcademy I understand. In my job I've had to "act" like an extrovert but it's an effort (some days are easy...others not) though I've gotten better at it. I need to make the transition to marketing myself...which makes my stomach flip. 😬😳
@@Freedommjw the marketing side of things is just being you really :)
What a wonderful loving video. Your wanting to help others is great! Thanks for telling your process.
PMineo thank you so much 🥰
A very interesting video. Thank you for making it. You mentioned the price you charge for a portrait, and I wondered how long it takes you to draw one such portrait. Obviously, exact timings can vary, but being at the level you're at you've got to have something of an estimate.
Thank you
Thanks Bonny. Usually artists are introverts. most of us not sales and marketing people. You said you have been in art/creative industry before you started? Was that a foundation experience to start the business?
Bonnie I love your work and how open you are to sharing your knowledge. I would love to chat with you about a few things as I am an artist and have begun taking commissions full-time as I had to quit work as I became disabled in 2011. How do I reach out?
I can’t love this video enough!!
This was so good to listen to - thank you so much for this ♥♥
Thank you :)