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30 Ways To Fill a Sketchbook In A Week!

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  • Yep! I spent 7 days filling pages in unfinished sketchbooks, with each page having a different theme, medium, technique etc. Here I am 47 pages later!
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  • @minniesmall
    @minniesmall  4 ปีที่แล้ว +322

    30 Ways Playlist th-cam.com/video/Gk9AGARBXRc/w-d-xo.html
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    SKETCHBOOKS and PAPER
    + Leuchtturm1917 Sketchbook (US) amzn.to/21Awxik (UK) amzn.to/1T6wnKH
    + Strathmore Mixed Media Art Journal A5 (US) amzn.to/1QULeqM (UK) amzn.to/1H2PZW5 (cover th-cam.com/video/mBS294NLuJ8/w-d-xo.html )
    + Strathmore Black Mixed Media Paper (UK) amzn.to/36HBcED (US) amzn.to/2CpKw26
    PAINT
    + Holbein Gouache (UK) goo.gl/D2ckbL (US) amzn.to/2CiblmF
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    + Arteza Gouache (Europe) tiny.cc/9xl45y (US)tiny.cc/b3l45y
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    + Jackson’s Round Brush Set www.jacksonsart.com/jackson-s-studio-synthetic-brush-set-set-of-4
    + Princeton (Neptune) Watercolour Brushes in 8 and 2 bit.ly/2B3gZLf
    + MozArt Angled Flat
    + Pan Art Flat (12)
    PENS AND PENCILS
    + Derwent Graphik Liners (UK) amzn.to/2KopzX6 (US) amzn.to/2Im20xx
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    • @FeerSer
      @FeerSer 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      where's the croquis cafe link?

    • @minniesmall
      @minniesmall  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@FeerSer In the 'references' section

    • @Adi-tt5ox
      @Adi-tt5ox 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Could you share the penmanship book you printed out? I've been wanting to improve my scribbly handwriting lately (partly because I want to write you a letter and I'd like for it to be legible!)

    • @minniesmall
      @minniesmall  4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@Adi-tt5ox Ooh I'd love to receive a letter from you! The book is called Lessons in Ornamental Penmanship by C.P Zaner. I think you can find the pdf through google. I'd also recommend checking out iampeth.com for tons of different books on penmanship- there are so many lovely styles! Hope this helps :)

    • @yunqi9039
      @yunqi9039 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      hey I was wondering which liner you used around 8:50 for the house cuz I can't find it :(

  • @henrikschmitt6285
    @henrikschmitt6285 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5204

    first i thought you have 222 unfinnished sketchbooks lmao.

    • @isabellaquezada2451
      @isabellaquezada2451 4 ปีที่แล้ว +69

      I'm glad I wasn't the only 1😂😂

    • @nylab.9212
      @nylab.9212 4 ปีที่แล้ว +102

      me too I swear I was like "WHAT?!.. oh pages."

    • @raahimas2776
      @raahimas2776 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      i know it made me 😧

    • @leeannelol6970
      @leeannelol6970 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @me

    • @MarchaNineSix
      @MarchaNineSix 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me too, hehe

  • @ChukapiX17
    @ChukapiX17 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2034

    ''Haven't left my house in a week which is scary'' * 2020 laughing *

    • @raniazarouali2042
      @raniazarouali2042 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I'm stuck home for two months now 🙂

    • @fabulesefantastic
      @fabulesefantastic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      was thinking the exact thing 😂

    • @oceanevedrenneenjalbert8871
      @oceanevedrenneenjalbert8871 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You made my day

    • @ninemorin6408
      @ninemorin6408 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@raniazarouali2042 2 months and a half for me now

    • @oliviaedenmusic
      @oliviaedenmusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      lol ikr....I haven’t left my house for like three months or whatever bc of quarantine but then I broke my leg so I haven’t properly been able to get outside let alone get to my driveway 😂

  • @staninsertkpopgroup1181
    @staninsertkpopgroup1181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +444

    The sketchbook I owned: barely filled
    Me at a bookstore: *_aH yes_*_ new sketchbook Buy I must_

    • @venus6987
      @venus6987 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Literally why I never fill them ✋😭

    • @fathmariyadghan728
      @fathmariyadghan728 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Lol...U exposed people like me😭🤣🤣

    • @carolinebell4603
      @carolinebell4603 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I literally have 6 beautiful leather sketchbooks lying around. All blank. 😂 why is it that I get these gorgeous, embellished sketch books, that I never use, but then I always go to town on all my cheap trashy ones?!

    • @lexiemarie9118
      @lexiemarie9118 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@carolinebell4603 probably because you’re afraid of messing up the expensive ones 😂

  • @rosiemoritz422
    @rosiemoritz422 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1225

    The angles in this.... the editing... just that alone is artistic, they’re like a mini home made movie!

  • @gingerjodie7007
    @gingerjodie7007 4 ปีที่แล้ว +701

    I can't believe you're good at all styles of drawing, and you can literally draw anything, like how.

  • @danaekolyva3309
    @danaekolyva3309 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2086

    Dear Minnie, I'm sure you'll get many comments like this but I thought I'd take the time to tell you how much your videos mean to me. You inspire me in the sense that I feel as if I, too, can create beautiful art if I just try. And sometimes this proves to be true. Your channel is a wonderful resource for inspiration, challenges, and of course company. Your voice is soothing and your cinematography and editing simply stunning. Please, keep on doing this youtube thing for as long as possible. I will be heartbroken if you ever decide to stop. Love from Greece

    • @minniesmall
      @minniesmall  4 ปีที่แล้ว +122

      This means so much to me, thank you :)

    • @huynhgiaop7140
      @huynhgiaop7140 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      GIRLLL SHE GOT YOUR COMMENT. woah.

    • @asmrcreations2548
      @asmrcreations2548 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Γεια σου Ελλάδα!!!

    • @ivomaladi531
      @ivomaladi531 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      True

    • @joni1
      @joni1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I agree. What she said!

  • @nickfrady
    @nickfrady 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1107

    I have a prompt you can try:
    Try drawing a word (ex: state, country, province) and draw everything about that word. Mine was Texas so I drew a hummingbird, bluebonnets and the city of Houston

    • @deeh9563
      @deeh9563 4 ปีที่แล้ว +52

      Rebecca Frady I love that! Thanks for the idea. Definitely want to do that for my hometown.

    • @hanasheikh8498
      @hanasheikh8498 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      that is a lovely idea, thank you

    • @user-ys6ur2tz3m
      @user-ys6ur2tz3m 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Wow, i love this idea!

    • @mykieislost
      @mykieislost 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Hmm this would fill up a few pages for me if I did that for every place I've lived since I've been raised in a few different states and cities

    • @iid4621
      @iid4621 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That gave me so many ideas😲😩 thank you❤️

  • @DemonicIntegrity
    @DemonicIntegrity 4 ปีที่แล้ว +880

    Duuuudee, you’re an absolute madlad for trying to get all these sketchbooks done before the year ends!!! But if anyone could do it, it’d be you. This video alone shows how disciplined and hardworking you are it’s absolutely amazing and inspirational. You doing all this work definitely inspires me to finish my one sketchbook this year. 💜💜💜

  • @RuthofBoaz
    @RuthofBoaz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +385

    I love watching you tackle the challenges you set out for yourself, your discipline is humbling.

  • @luna_feles4165
    @luna_feles4165 4 ปีที่แล้ว +252

    Y'all could try to draw a song. Either you could illustrate the feeling of it by giving it a szenery or you could draw some of the lyrics. It's a really good exercise for creativity and random things that you would not draw anyway.

    • @ave7949
      @ave7949 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      idk if my mind can think deep enough where i know exactly how i feel about a song. i’ve tried 😅

    • @skj4559
      @skj4559 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      i literally did this for my art sba in form 5, it really is a great idea

    • @acsahkulasingham8017
      @acsahkulasingham8017 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Oh wow that's a good idea! Thank you, you've helped me overcome artists block😃😀

    • @recon441
      @recon441 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is what I've been thinking about doing too

    • @fathmariyadghan728
      @fathmariyadghan728 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the wonderful idea!!! I was looking for something like disss😇

  • @planningwithkay
    @planningwithkay 4 ปีที่แล้ว +137

    Ahh I finally got around to watching this and what an incredible surprise to see my stickers!!!! It fills my heart with joy to see them in your sketchbook

    • @makingsandmusings
      @makingsandmusings 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi there, I just posted my first sketchbook tour and would love it if you checked it out!

  • @lunafluegel9360
    @lunafluegel9360 4 ปีที่แล้ว +151

    so many of the pages had me going "WOW" and "WOOAAH". you're such a champ and a true inspiration!!

  • @samstagsmaedchen995
    @samstagsmaedchen995 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Thank you so much for this inspiring video! 💖
    01:57 Portrait studies
    04:47 Sketchdump
    06:30 Life-drawing
    07:51 Blind-contour
    08:26 Drawing buildings
    09:32 Fan-art
    10:52 Practicing lettering
    11:24 Tattoo Design
    13:29 Making mistakes
    14:19 Landscape practice
    14:36 Detailed portrait painting
    15:24 Drawing animals
    15:48 Facial expressions
    15:59 Illustrating words
    16:23 Master study
    16:50 Painting a scene
    16:57 Black paper
    17:00 Silhouette challenge
    17:06 Character design
    17:08 Patterns
    17:14 Insects
    17:18 Journal
    17:19 Objects
    17:20 Comic
    17:21 Surreal
    17:22 Graffiti
    17:23 Invented creature
    17:24 Mixed media

  • @beeze-knees
    @beeze-knees 4 ปีที่แล้ว +136

    You probably hear this all the time, but watching your videos help me become inspired again. Your videos relax me and your prompts help me put my pencil to paper. Thank you!

    • @minniesmall
      @minniesmall  4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      That's lovely, thank you :)

  • @breinfrog5879
    @breinfrog5879 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I love how you talk about how you feel when you're not really feeling like it.That is more inspiring than anything.

  • @rixanoz
    @rixanoz 4 ปีที่แล้ว +104

    Oh no, I was about to go to bed and foolishly thought this would relax me.. now I’m just itching to draw 🙈💕
    Edit: Okay that ending sequence was just so beautiful and calming... I’m okay now.

  • @amandaharig1978
    @amandaharig1978 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    You inspired me well over a year ago to tackle drawing buildings. I endeavoured to understand perspective and parallel lines in that time and found myself surprised by the intuition to take over. Scenes that I'd had in my head for years were finally viable on paper for me via bad photocopies of far away places. Architecture had finally became simplified boxes with flourishes.
    I am making this comment because after watching this miniature documentary, I find myself amazed and emboldened in the same way as before. Your music choice and filmography style make your videos serene, but this one stands out because of the editing and with so much material, your judicious presentation made it a joy to witness.
    Thank you for sharing your vulnerability in this challenge and documenting it so completely. You truly are an outstanding content creator for the art community.

  • @Justme_247
    @Justme_247 4 ปีที่แล้ว +271

    When you were painting in the last segment, I was so drawn in to the sky as you were painting it I actually got scared and had to look away. I felt like I was moving in closer and closer. ????????? Hhmmmm.

    • @mandyg5747
      @mandyg5747 4 ปีที่แล้ว +51

      That is actually a form of mindfulness/meditation. You look intently at something eg. a flower until everything else disappears, you zoom in and it gets larger and that is all there is. The flower. Its only happened to me once or twice as I tend to fall asleep - I think that I must be hypnotising myself! I wake myself up with a snore. No need to be scared - its an ok thing. Sorry that I can't remember the term for it.

    • @mortalbaelien7707
      @mortalbaelien7707 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Mandy G a trance?

  • @ItsLizV
    @ItsLizV 4 ปีที่แล้ว +62

    This was crazy. I loved seeing the aftermath on Sunday for some reason. Also, seeing you then tidy it up was very satisfying. This whole thing is starting to feel like a more intense challenge than inktober!

    • @minniesmall
      @minniesmall  4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      It's definitely more intense lol! What am I doing?!?

    • @peplar3797
      @peplar3797 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same here!! I loved the whole video but this bit was soooo good!

  • @xatastrophix
    @xatastrophix 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    You snapped on that detailed painted portrait! Yes, girl!!

  • @catarinaverdugo5925
    @catarinaverdugo5925 4 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    wow this is somewhat nostalgic, i remember watching those videos when they came out

  • @re-mo3jq
    @re-mo3jq 4 ปีที่แล้ว +688

    Basically:
    d r a w

    • @jennawhelan6991
      @jennawhelan6991 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Your profile pic says it all

    • @xtonibx5770
      @xtonibx5770 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Your profile pic makes the comment perfect

  • @greyareaRK1
    @greyareaRK1 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    You probably know this already, but I recently learned from Teoh Yi Chie that you can coat the paper in sizing to make it hold water better. I haven't tried it, but his demonstration was impressive.

    • @minniesmall
      @minniesmall  4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Ooh I'll have to try this in the future! Thanks :)

    • @mmushypushy
      @mmushypushy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Daniel Smith makes watercolor ground that makes things friendlier for watery stuff

  • @chuah4843
    @chuah4843 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    No one is mentioning this but I really want to express how comfortable I am to hear your voice and tone. It's like some kind of ASMR.

  • @elemarie2853
    @elemarie2853 4 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    Okay, I'm going to try to make this quick.
    You're literally such a talented queen. You deserve so much love and attention. This is my first time seeing a video of yours, but I already love you. Your realistic portraits are stunning and just so awesome! I have no talent, but you inspire me in a way that makes me WANT to pick up a pencil and let my hand just glide across paper. I feel a strike of confidence to continue on in art. Moments after watching this video, I started drawing a random picture with pastels. To be honest, my art turned out much better when I cared and I was confident in myself rather than drawing to try and impress other people. When I say that I mean I drew how I felt was right, but sometimes I get false confidence and I start drawing something far too complex to try and impress others of great talent. At this point, I've written too much. I hope to see much more of you in the future.
    Xox, Ele

  • @ClayDisarray
    @ClayDisarray 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I love that you're able to (successfully) work in a number of different styles. It's a real asset for an artist imo, as it encourages real creativity. Nicely done, Minnie! 👍

  • @elizabethdawson8543
    @elizabethdawson8543 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    this has really inspired me to organise my art space and get back into some projects :)

  • @abbyartfox1065
    @abbyartfox1065 4 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    Sorry, I had to pause. We are definitely wearing the same nail polish at the moment. Continuing on!

    • @minniesmall
      @minniesmall  4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      OOh love it! I feel like part of a secret club ;)

  • @silangmera3806
    @silangmera3806 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I love the reference you chose for the last landscape painting. It's the Mt. Pinatubo volcano crater near the town where I once lived in Zambales province, Philippines

  • @anikamukherjee7027
    @anikamukherjee7027 4 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Wow some of the sketches/paintings were devastatingly beautiful. This was making me feel nostalgic about the original series :')

  • @MrsQuam
    @MrsQuam 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ahhhh!!! MojoJojo!!!! 😍😍😍
    And that last landscape was absolutely stunning and the music with it was so hypnotic.

  • @willwassenaar1145
    @willwassenaar1145 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man, you work so hard... I hope your life is filled with good people, good food, good times and everything you need because you deserve it. Thank you for the videos.

  • @elizabethgrace3332
    @elizabethgrace3332 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is my first video with you. I’m so happy you showed the difficult moments and your feelings. I’ve had a long 7 years of having PTSD that took my emotions and love of life away and now I’m trying to get my passion for art back that I’ve always had deep down. And it’s really hard when everyone looks so perfect. To hear someone as advanced as you sometimes feels the way I do really pushes me. Thank you ❤️

  • @zygoncommander1239
    @zygoncommander1239 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I really like your editing style, it’s engaging and gives the art footage a sort of emotional arc

  • @DickerWaal
    @DickerWaal 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    Your willpower is beyond admirable! I couldn't have the motivation nor energy to draw that much because I'm still too much of a perfectionist when it comes to it.. I should go more carefree and try more bold moves. It's amazing how you've the ability to use sooo many different art styles with all kind of mediums and motives - great content! Your art studio and voice are so calming to me as well

  • @michaelakuracinova
    @michaelakuracinova 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are the most unique person. I mostly don't like long videos but somehow always finish watching yours. I adore how you try different styles and materials. And I also love that you show us how you prepare and clean your space. You are huge inspiration

  • @ArtbyBrooke
    @ArtbyBrooke 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Ahh I absolutely adore this video. I was so looking forward to it when you mentioned it before and it did not disappoint. I'm so grateful you pushed through (I know how freaking hard that is) because the end result is a very cool video but also those weren't even my sketchbooks and I was so satisfied seeing so many filled pages. Thank you for sharing so much with us!

  • @janekelly8548
    @janekelly8548 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    I love it when you do crazy things like this. Your an inspiration.

  • @lauralyons3649
    @lauralyons3649 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Min, I don't think I can express to you how influential you've been in my artistic journey. Your style, constant reaching for new aspects, and open speaking about the actual work involved has kept me going so much. You've changed the rules for my art, and I'm better for it.

  • @gabriellamorali4720
    @gabriellamorali4720 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    That was so calming and beautiful to watch 😭😭 rlly worth the 24 mins even tho I'm watching this at 1:30 in the morning

  • @Julia-jf4lm
    @Julia-jf4lm 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video is somehow older but I still want to say that this is absolutely beautiful and very honest. The landscapes are out of this world. Thank you so much for being inspirational.

  • @olivialardner4447
    @olivialardner4447 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    *draws scrunched up pieces of paper * 12:54
    “ feeling the creative flow coming back “

  • @MM-um4pi
    @MM-um4pi 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    As I'm interested in art I enrolled in interior design university in Egypt that's where I'm from and I love you so much 💙and because of you I love art more and because we study in college more technical stuff and not artistic as much as I wanted to I find myself always coming to your TH-cam channel to get inspiration even though I know I don't have the time right now because of the finals but it just so relaxing to watch you painting and experiencing and the fact that you're not afraid of not fitting in the new art style or messiing the pages . that's why why I look up to you because often times I want to try new art style but I know for example I suck at portrait yet you you painted and drew 100 portraits and all them very good and that what motivates me to paint or draw a sketch or learn and no art style all because of you thank you so much for being the best role model ever in the world. Greetings from Egypt 💖🇪🇬love you so much

  • @thefrostedblueberryart
    @thefrostedblueberryart 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is so amazing. I’ve recently just watched your 30 ways series over (and over) again with a similar thought - to challenge myself to just draw, paint, create. My problem is knowing where to start, probably because I don’t know where I want to go with my art. I have to say, Minnie, I love listening to the voice overs of your videos; they really take the listener along on your internal monologue of self doubt which evolves into self-expectancy and even, dare I say it, seeing you be with pride at achieving something wonderful in the end. You’re an inspiration. Thank you so much for letting us share this journey with you x

  • @jasminp6916
    @jasminp6916 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love the surreal portrait. Its so colorful and fun. This definitely makes me want to attempt filling my sketchbooks within a specific time frame.

  • @kittykat2560
    @kittykat2560 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I love your old 30 Ways, and I've always wanted to see you do it again! So exciting. :D

  • @rightbottomrichie5361
    @rightbottomrichie5361 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    the variety of things you did on those journals is mindblowing

  • @EveBolt
    @EveBolt 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your cat keeping you company is such a cute thing :3

  • @haffox-james1991
    @haffox-james1991 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Been really struggling to fall back in love with drawing im doing my art gcse and was stuck in a slump of it feeling like a chore and this video really inspired and help me so thank you ! Your art is beautiful ❤❤❤

  • @emhuesart
    @emhuesart 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    this was such a fun video! love seeing you tackle these prompts again!! This inspired me to try and finish some sketchbooks of my own ✨💕

  • @campaigner1016
    @campaigner1016 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for posting this! I am a self employed person who happens to enjoy writing and painting. I have huge boxes of daily journal filled up with mostly writings. At least 20,000 pages full of my thoughts. I was tiring of writing so much and started to get more involved in my longing to paint My problem is that I have every art supply known to mankind, yet I am always waiting to paint my masterpiece. As a result, I maybe finish only one painting a month. I either frame and hang it, auction it off at a local art gallery that supports the amateur art community, or give many paintings away as gifts. That's kind of fine I suppose, but by nature, I'm a producer. I would rather finish 200 midline quality paintings than to spend days meticulously working on one piece. It's a constant battle to be true to myself trying to be a prolific artist, and an artist who is happier because I don't stress while creating my works. I did buy some really nice sketchbooks a week ago, where you have about 150 pages per book. Times two sketch books equals 300 pages of paintings per pad. Two books purchased equals 600 pages of paintings. Since they came to my doorstep, I've sketched and painted three pages only. Each could be removed and framed. Here I am trying to get away from the perfectionist side of myself by journal sketching and painting. All I've really done is switch from painting on canvas, wood, and watercolor paper, to painting in an 8" X 11" sketch book. So far, it's taking me hours to finish one small painting. As I hinted to, I have to admit I'm addicted to purchasing art supplies at least twice weekly. The bottom line is from watching your video, I know I can get into the swing of creating art en masse If I can get through a week where I paint no fewer than two pages a day, I know I can do it. I know I'll be happier as a person. Again, thank you for giving me the kick in the ass (aka; motivation) I needed! All the Best to All Good People; and More Importantly - All Good, or Bad, but Happy Sketchers, Creators, and Painters! Campaigner

  • @mara5894
    @mara5894 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m really thankful for this video.
    It reminds me that sketchbooks aren’t supposed to be perfect. That you can make mistakes, try new things, start again, and practice. I tend to be very perfectionistic so I easily lose motivation once something doesn’t quite work out or didn’t turn out how I wanted it to look like. So thank u so so much for giving me motivation and making me have fun while drawing again 💙

  • @theshymuffin6976
    @theshymuffin6976 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    there is something so simple and cathartic about your videos. the creativity and good vibes are contagious! thanks for giving us a peek into your process, the messy, the doubts, the triumphs and joy of making art. 🌻🌻🌻

  • @ericadurda9027
    @ericadurda9027 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your honesty. You're an amazing artist and it's nice for others to know you go through struggles and thoughts as well. Also, I love the idea of the loose drawings and cut out finding a home. Thank you for inspiration

  • @Mindiesart
    @Mindiesart 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just wanna say, I absolutely love your choice of music for every video! it's so calm and relaxing and seeing you draw along it inspires me so much!

  • @mixthepasta
    @mixthepasta 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    wow just got this on my reccommended and I am blown away by your skills across different types of art forms. I wish I could draw and paint so beautifully😢

  • @gmbaest1660
    @gmbaest1660 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I hope to see more because I can relate to the struggle, plus it's very calming to me. There is something so enthralling about this video and your experience I can’t wait for the next video.

  • @cez5477
    @cez5477 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You just draw everything so beautifully, I am seriously in awe. That last painting you made looks a lot like Mt. Pinatubo and as much as I’m inspired to draw/paint from this video, this seriously makes me want to go out again and live life to the fullest!

  • @intergalacticpeachpatrol
    @intergalacticpeachpatrol 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    it's so refreshing coming back and watching this video again a few months later... it was super helpful the first time, and still so helpful a second time. and so relaxing to watch. :)

  • @greencrash-test5578
    @greencrash-test5578 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm addicted to your videos. They're informative, relaxing, beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

  • @mickypunt
    @mickypunt 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi Minnie! Just wanted to stop by and say that this is the first art video I ever took the time to watch on TH-cam and it has become my favorite! I think I've contributed to at least 50 views. I've been a self-taught artist for a couple years now but never thought to branch out through my sketchbook. Since watching this, I've gone through each of the prompts! My favorite piece of advice from you was when you said to flip to a random page in the sketchbook instead of filling the pages one after the other. I've found that I feel freer and less constrained by the book. Thank you for making these videos and for inspiring artists everywhere

  • @jamieroberts269
    @jamieroberts269 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Funny that you felt this way this week. I just picked up the first sketchbook I started in 1999 and decided that this was the year I would finish it. I didn’t jump into a 48 page week commitment like you but I would love to just complete one this year. Good luck on your journey and can’t wait to see more of what you do.

  • @Anapasa1
    @Anapasa1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    My God, you are so talented and professional! You were born to do what you do, to evolve and travel trough life with your art. It’s amazing how your love and commitment for what you endear to do translates to everyone. I’m not an artist but appreciate and love your style. I feel a bit stuck professionally at present being a stay at home mum, but your videos inspire me to try, to start making an effort with those small projects that we all have in mind but never get around to. Your voice is so relaxing and your energy is extremely positive but down to earth, real and familiar. Lots of blessings!

  • @laurenpickles287
    @laurenpickles287 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You really inspire me !! Due to the Covid 19 I’ve been really upset for not sitting my 10 hour art exam and weeks went by and felt no motivation to draw or do anything creative. I came across this video and it really helped me hop back into my creative side that I had be brushing aside ❤️❤️🙏 thank you

  • @misssarahswan
    @misssarahswan 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is so so helpful and inspiring.
    I'm really grateful that you took the time to not only do this, but to share your process, your highs and lows, with such honesty.
    It was a real gift that I needed today.
    Thank you.

  • @ahnaliesemaria
    @ahnaliesemaria 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I wish you could put on special glasses to shift your perspective so you can see with fresh eyes just how absolutely awesome you are.

  • @iman0b0dy
    @iman0b0dy 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    there isn't a single thing you create that i don't thoroughly enjoy and love

  • @arioctober7867
    @arioctober7867 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I LOVE blind contour drawings. Great way to break out of art block.
    I am trying to finish off this TINY (but thick) pocket sketchbook I've had for about two years now.
    There's only 3 pages that aren't complete yet but they're themed so that's why it's been taking so long.... I'm hoping I can Finally get it done by the end of the week.

    • @minniesmall
      @minniesmall  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Good luck!

    • @tessarivas6136
      @tessarivas6136 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dear Minnie
      The impact for me is your sincerity coupled with creativity outpouring in all you do. I love your elegance your voice your truthfulness your artful camera angles your humour. i watch everything with awe admiration and a tad of aching envy. I myself am a beginner in art..love watercolour..am aiming to learn to draw and paint to a level I would call lower basement whilst you are in the attic. happy to be inspired by you and want to thank you.
      love Tessa xxx

  • @cristinacerulli6772
    @cristinacerulli6772 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Watching you drawign pages on your sketchbook always inspire me to do more art! You have such a nice and versatile style ♥

  • @lucerohupiujara1288
    @lucerohupiujara1288 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I really admire you. It really inspires me to be more consistent. This was such a beautiful video and I'm looking forward to whatever it is that you make next.

  • @manonguinchard5829
    @manonguinchard5829 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm so happy I found your channel! I fell in love with your art in this video and I think I'll spend the rest of the day binge watching your videos while I paint in my own sketchbook. 😊😆

  • @omarmahmoud5704
    @omarmahmoud5704 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Your voice is so soothing I could listen to you talk for years

  • @alanacmills
    @alanacmills 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Everything you create is a masterpiece. Mark my words, Minnie Small will be a person the generations look back on. And your sketchbooks will be treasured by anyone who is lucky enough to find one tucked away in an attic.

  • @meghakansana
    @meghakansana 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just love the way you paint the different things together and make it awesome 😍😍😍😍

  • @craftycat98
    @craftycat98 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This video showed up on my recommended page about 6 hours ago. I have seriously been watching your videos for 6 hours and I already don't know how my life was before seeing you express your creativity. Thank you for choosing this. Thank you for inspiring me.

  • @MummyBrown
    @MummyBrown 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I absolutely LOVE your vids. As an artist, hearing fellow artists talk freely about what moves them, how, and why is so refreshing and inspirational. Your channel is such a pleasure.

  • @eneria06
    @eneria06 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This was so much fun to watch and also the clock is a great addition to the frame so we can know how long you took on a drawing, it was really interesting to follow! :)

  • @evewhale5738
    @evewhale5738 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I liked how this video was very genuine. It was like a video representation of studio process. Thankyou for the inspiration

  • @ArtbyLysa
    @ArtbyLysa 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Omg this was INCREDIBLE!! I loved all the different mediums you used and different styles. That detailed monochromatic portrait blew me away it was so stunning!! So many beautiful pages...I couldn't decide which were my favorites. Btw your camera setup seems on point! No weird angles or missing areas. Can you do an updated camera setup video with your equipment listed pleeeeease? I love your channel!!

    • @minniesmall
      @minniesmall  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you so much! Yeah, good idea! I think I'm due an updated filming setup video :) Hopefully in the new year. Thanks for the suggestion!

  • @wavy1879
    @wavy1879 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    honestly how did I stumble upon this gem of a youtube channel?

  • @baileystafford9745
    @baileystafford9745 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The best part of this video was watching the the end. It was extremely inspiring to see how different prompts led you to new found motivation and unexpected results.

  • @kristinaloza6026
    @kristinaloza6026 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i just wanted to thank you for inspiring me to draw more...i lost my passion a bit in these last two years bc i had school going on and i still enjoyed it but it wasnt as fulfilling as it used to be and not the first thing on my mind and part of your video made me realize that its because i only know how to draw people and i need to practice more and that i need to get back to put in work again but to also discover again how much fun it actually is!

  • @shuzennn
    @shuzennn 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Drawing is such a constant mind battle with self confidence doubts vs just going with the flow, i noticed you struggle as well. It's awesome you did it, no matter how it turns out or anything else. :)

  • @skocz5915
    @skocz5915 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    What a nice notification! I'm sick and feel awful but now I have a new video from Minnie to watch 💛💛💛

    • @geraldineconway1865
      @geraldineconway1865 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Skoczek I hope you feel better soon.

    • @skocz5915
      @skocz5915 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@geraldineconway1865 Thank you! 🙌

  • @ImRandyButternubs
    @ImRandyButternubs 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    holy cow i thought your video was an ad at first hahah! you and everything about your video is gorgeous! i love it

  • @wizkidsvideos
    @wizkidsvideos 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    The black and white elder painting was awesome. Plus love your sketches and the landscape paintings. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @ElisabethAugustine
    @ElisabethAugustine 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    TH-cam: nudity is fine as long as it's educational or for art
    Also TH-cam: IS THAT NUDITY, THATS PRACTICALLY PORN, YOUR CANCEL!!!!

  • @julieghim7846
    @julieghim7846 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    your work ethic is so inspiring! It takes a strong artist to look a big to-do list dead in the eye and push past initial self-doubt and pure fatigue to accomplish one's goals. kudos!

  • @beaniebutt47
    @beaniebutt47 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love you❤ first and foremost . I also have so many pages to fill and I’m going offline to do it. The story of the fox 😊😅😂😂😂😂but we in the US do not think of them as pests they actually were over hunted in the 80 s for there coats but my dad had a den of fox in the abandoned haunted farmhouse about 3 acres across a field from him and he enjoys watching them. He and the grandkids wait for them to come out at night in the summer watching the bats come out and the fox before going to sleep when they stay. Shoutout to Papa Doug lol. I’m so proud of you for what you accomplished and you inspire me across the oceans so please keep making these. And blessings my dear.

  • @geraldineconway1865
    @geraldineconway1865 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Omg. I know you are mega talented but my god this was just a wonderful treat from start to finish. This is such a good series, who doesn’t have half filled sketchbooks amongst us. Can’t wait to see more.

  • @ashleycaulfield1823
    @ashleycaulfield1823 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for this wonderful video. Your art is stunning, and these sketchbook ideas are great.

  • @anitadavidson1266
    @anitadavidson1266 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You are such a beautiful all round artist. Your intricate portraits are wonderful and your landscapes, well I find them breathtaking. The pieces you put in a sketchbook are artworks that many would be framing! Thank you for this insight, and well done on your commitment.

  • @fruitsforlife1
    @fruitsforlife1 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    honestly for the last two years your channel has been on of the most useful places when trying to get motivate myself to create

  • @prisomatic
    @prisomatic 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I used to watch your videos all the time! I am feeling nostalgic

  • @lener6093
    @lener6093 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm procrastinating studying for an art history exam by watching this video but i just needed to say how Inspired this made me feel! I can't wait to get this exam over with, and start filling my old sketchbooks! Your dedication and patience while working on a big project like this very motivating! THANK YOU!

  • @Telonia
    @Telonia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    This could be a series I’d watch every day :D

  • @cactus803
    @cactus803 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ok but your voice is so relaxing omg

  • @ashlyash63
    @ashlyash63 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't draw but want to eventually and your videos really help me focus and think that I can eventually. They are great while I am writing and such. Keep up the great content!

  • @raccoon135
    @raccoon135 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just wanted to say I appreciate that you put a clock next to your sketches. It helps put into perspective how much time something took. I think speedpaints have skewed my idea of how long art takes and it's nice to see the process