I Spent 30 DAYS Creating Art in My Studio! + Xmas Presents and Art Goals!

Today we'll be talking about art goals for 2025, setting a theme word for the year, having a show and tell with all of my art supply Christmas presents, and talking about changes coming to my channel. So get yourself something cozy to drink, and come on in, and let's chat for a bit!

Other videos I talked about:

Other things I talked about

🎨Art and New Year's haul:
Liquitex markers in:

Timestamps
0:00 Our Christmas, snow, and all the art I made in the last two months!
01:45 start of the art chat!
03:13 a huge thank you!
04:13 Some watercolor footage popped in while we chat
05:05 changes coming to my channel in 2025 and why i am making thme
06:36 make the world a better place! (don't be a jerk)
09:41 things I am letting go of in 2025
09:43 acrylic footage popped in while we chat
10:49 the future of my youtube channel
11:25 my word for 2025
12:38 art goals for 2025
16:20 little new year's inspirational art haul
32:29 Christmas presents!

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My every day supplies:

Oil Painting:
Michael Harding oil paints (my favorite oil paints- the best of the best):
Gamblin oil paints (my runner up paint and a little cheaper):
Winsor and Newton Winton oil paint (Best inexpensive but good quality paint for beginners)
Liquin (thinning medium and speeds drying):
Liquin for fine details:
Liquin Impasto medium (for thicker texture):
Gamsol (oderless paint thinner and cleaner):

Watercolor:
Daniel Smith Watercolors:
Arches Hot Press Paper:

Pastel:
My favorite pastel surface is ClaireFontaine PastelMat:

Stabilo CarbOthello Pastel Pencils:

All music by Epidemic Sound
Affiliate links with Amazon and Blick art materials help me buy more supplies!

[tinaoreilly]

I really don’t understand why some people take pleasure in hurting others just because they can. There is no excuse. They enjoy it. It makes them feel good and says so much about the kind of person they are. I’m glad you have someone who can block these toxic trolls. Just keep creating art and entertaining the people who appreciate what you do.

[stroodledoodles]

Terminally online people seem very entitled to everyone's business, which baffles me because as an introvert I couldn't imagine demanding stuff from strangers. Especially on the internet! So good on you for putting boundaries in place!!

Your landscapes are beautiful!

[suspage]

SO glad you have a moderator and are blocking the trolls! They don’t deserve an audience or your attention. I love that you are your authentic self, and I’m sure 99.9% of your subscribers feel the same.

[elissafrohlich]

I love watching your videos . There is something seriously wrong with people who feel the need to write hateful comments, hiding behind their keyboards. The bullies of this world.
Glad you have a moderator. Such a sign of our times that one is needed.😢 Keep making art and stay strong.

[NamsMArt-tlhh]

I wonder how people can give harsh comments on such a positive person. Please don't care about some jealous people you are doing a very good job, focus on the people who love you. We all love you. ❤❤❤

[JinnyCJ]

Father Christmas and the mouse is wonderful, love it. I’m so glad you’ve got someone to moderate, it needs someone who isn’t so personally affected by the comments. You are a lovely, kind, friendly person and you don’t deserve to be hurt by other people’s inadequacies.

[karolina]

Good point on people leaving mean comments. We all need to rework our crap, no matter what it is and venting it out on Youtube is not the way. Also good point on our purpose here on Earth. I recently heard an interview with a hospice nurse who said she sees it on daily basis - people in terminal stage of whatever they're going through have a lot less of mental anguish if they loved and worry for the most part about did they love well. Sure, someone might counter that by saying other things but that stuck with me so much it's a game changer.

[janelswatercolors]

My word of the year is “focus”. Recently, I have found myself feeling overwhelmed with issues surrounding me that are out of my control. I want to try and focus on the moment and stop worrying about things I can’t control or change.

[an_eg_creation]

I’m so sorry that you’re being treated this way Amy. I truly enjoy your channel and you have such a wonderful attitude! Just keep being you!💜

[Paintsplash]

I'm shocked that people have forgotten what a scroll button is. If people don't like what they're seeing, they're free to scroll! They don't need to voice their angst. I'm glad you have a moderator. I hope it helps make things more tolerable here for you. Happy New Year! I wish you the very best in 2025.

[GraceKraft-in]

I’ve been struggling to find my word of the year. This past year was rough, and I’m really just grateful to make it through the other side. Thank you for sharing your word of the year. It’s been a minute since I sat down to watch your videos, and I’m glad that I did. You are encouraging me to sit back down at my little art table and create something. Maybe that’s my word…create! Look forward to seeing more of your videos this new year.

[tonibauerlein]

It seems that sometimes people are triggered by others getting the positive attention they desire. It's called jealousy, and it's a primal instinct. If you own dogs, you're apt to see it. I have two, very well loved dogs and, as soon as one is getting attention, the other perks up and immediately wants some too. They can get hostile towards each other and occasionally will fight over it. Kids are like this as well. I'm retired, but I really got a bird's eye view when I got into management at a law firm. It was quite an education observing how childish people could be at every level, from young entry level people to the top, most highly educated. It was something I came to accept as human nature, and had to learn to adapt to in my approach to human relations. I taught workshops about interpersonal relationships between attorneys and staff. People's emotions are complicated by so many factors, it's difficult to know why they might be lashing out. It's easier to take the stance that "it's none of your business what others may say about you." Having a moderator is the healthy choice. Good idea!!! Of course, there's always the addage, "If 10 people say you're a horse, perhaps you might want to shop for a saddle, " but that's contingent on your seeking that advice..lol. While working in law, I was getting painting commissions from the Beverly Hills lawyers I worked with. So I proudly would say I was an artist. One who I considered a good friend, not one who had commissioned me, took time to advise me that I shouldn't say I was an artist, because that was for others to decide! It's not easy. Protect yourself from random arrows! I ❤ listening to you, your sensitivity, and your

[elizabethwhewell]

YES be you x it’s so much easier to be yourself and you are the only one who can do it. Hugs

[sunnylynch]

You have a good safe place to come to. You are a good person. Bless you and just be you.

[victoriatexasgal]

Beautiful scenery!! Wow! I live in South Texas where there's no seasons, so it's nice to see this. Love your artwork and appreciate your willingness to share and teach.❤ Thank You and please don't get discouraged.

[AngellSanvii]

Having a moderator is a great idea! I have no clue how people that they can bully creators because we publish ourselves online. Like, no. We choose to teach and entertain you, we do not post because we want to be bullied.

My art goals for this year is to practice more figure drawing (I mostly just paint florals and fungus). And to attend more art conventions. I just signed up for my first, and waiting for their response. For now, I have three big ones on the list. And you need to be approved to attend. It is the best way to get recognized as an artist in my country. And I'm a terrible introvert in real life, so it is going to be fun.

I used Stabilo Boss markers for your plein air sketchbook challenge. They are amazing for sketchbook work!

[LoriF]

You be you and bask in your own truth; there is no need to be anyone else. Be happy, healthy, and a kind human being. I'm not sure how I found your channel, but I am subscribed, so this popped up. I'm usually a watercolorist but I like to try other art. Since I retired, I feel as though I don't do art as much as I could. My word is MOVE—both in body and in art. Happy New Year.

[Gypsisoul]

My word for 2025 is Rise. Rise above, lift, rise above it, sunrise. I am a hermit, I thrive in my aloneness! I love your videos.

[Nathalie_MR]

Hi Amy! I want to wish you and your family a Happy New Year. I hope that 2025 will be much better for you health-wise.
I think having a moderator is a great idea. I don't understand why you get so many mean comments, other than some people seem to thrive on spreading negativity.
I really like the acrylic painting with the trees and ray of sunshine behind, very beautiful!😍
The illustrated Hobbit book is sparking my curiosity, I might check it out.
My word of the year is "time". I want to make more time for my crafts and art. Last week I moved my craft room in a new space and I hope that it will help me with that goal. Loved your mishmash video, Happy New Year again! 🎆🎆🎆

[krissy]

Hi Amy, I loved seeing your scenery and artwork intro.
Good on you getting a moderator, and not excepting nasty comments. No one should have to read and put up with mean comments. Kindness rules. 💛💛💛
My word of the year is Calm.
Wishing you a year full of Flow 😊