How I found my Art Style doing only 1 thing

Out of pure frustration—and maybe a little desperation—I accidentally found my own art style.

Surprisingly, it was much simpler than I’d expected.

Even though my realisation wasn’t anything new or groundbreaking, it hit me hard because my mind was so confused at the time.
This came purely from my own experience, and what I did made a huge difference in my creative journey. It finally allowed me to feel truly happy with my art, while staying open to exploration and growth.

I hope this video will help you in your own creative journey!

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CHAPTERS
00:00 - Hello
00:28 - What did I do to find my style?
00:50 - There were some rules
01:40 - Why it works
02:41 - How it worked for me
05:32 - My style evolution
05:55 - Useful tips

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[beccascraps]

my problem is i'm so inspired by SO MANY THINGS. By the way, cats and women and flowers is such a cool combo!!!!

[headaweeks]

This is great because most people say “draw or paint everyday” and that’s it..
Using something you Love as the subject is the missing link! I’ll have to try this! Thank you for sharing! 👏😄

[frances]

Thank you so much! I have tried so many different ways to 'make art', books, workshops etc, feel inspired 'oh yes, this is it', then always losing interest and quitting, 'well, I just don't have it'. Your words inspire me. 87 and still 'looking'.

[merissacherie]

This is the most enlightening lesson I've encountered on finding your art style! Well done! It all makes sense. Thank you for this I've subscribed😻💗

[Leocalamb]

Your "uninteresting" story really resonated with me. As a former graphic artist, who decided to go back to drawing & painting, I had a tough time finding my style. Even though I've had small success in selling art & getting commissions, my style is all over the place. I feel lost. Like nothing I put out there is truly me. After spending the past few days watching videos on this subject, I have to say, yours has really helped simplify & put things in perspective for me. Thank you so much! ❤

[ingrid-c]

Your uninteresting story is my story. Word by word. Except that I’m still not drawing and thinking about how do I make illustration my one and only thing that gives me income. Still working as a graphic designer. The advice you give in this video might be the one thing that finally gets me started. It makes ALL the sense. Doing this allows one to find a pattern, that one thing that’s unique to you. Also, your cat drawings are divine ❤️… and hand gestures are a must for explanations LOL latinamerican here 🖐️

[thehermitessandthedog]

you speak from my soul.. same here: graphic designer with lost motivation in the only thing i was good at, since I was a little kid. liked & subscribed

[nettie]

I love that you have identified your art style. I've noticed over the past 15 years that my art style changes. I just love making art that makes other people happy.

[bluewren]

Your on camera presence is so engaging, just lovely. This is really great advice. I think it's not absolutely imperative that you work every single day, but a consistent practice and committing to that is definitely key. Draw what you love and you'll find yourself developing. Do what others want you to, or what you think they want you to do and you will fail both in your improvement and your joy.

[rwolff]

This, your story resonates a lot. I worked as a graphic designer too, and i needed to get back into drawing, which i always love.
Working as a graphic designer, doing other ppl’s job orders and commissions actually eat at you artistically… by the end of a workday you are left with no creative brain juices for yourself. It came to a point i had to rediscover myself artistically again, and the road to that is art… the sketchbook is a mighty powerful tool.
You gave great advice in your video. And your drawings are very good and pretty.

[sequinb]

Thank you so much for sharing your insights.. very helpful.

[pawshire]

00:00 - Intro
00:28 -What did I do to find my style?
00:50 - The rule I followed
01:40 - Why it works
02:41 - How it worked for me
05:32 - My style evolution
05:55 - Useful tips
07:48 - Outro

[Sleepyhead]

Your story is the most important part... i feel the same now thanks for sharing

[shresthitripathi]

This was really helpful, I'll be back to update when I've found my style. Thanks!

[kathleen]

I'm glad you practiced because I love your style.

[ragasfake]

charming girl is discussing topics that concern me. Perfect! <3

[jacquiewithers]

Thank you for the glimpses of your notebooks with your art. It's truly wonderful! 🎉❤

[Carla-ppru]

I love tip #4, recreating the work you love. The internet has made me so paranoid about being accused of "copying" that I'm scared to even copy others' work for myself, for my private notebook, for educational purposes! Which is crazy. So many successful artists have learned from copying others' work as practice.

[evelynwald]

As I’m picking up art again late in life I’ve encountered that same issue, finding my style. I have learned so much from people that I follow that I can mimic their style and it looks decent. However, it’s not really my work. When people compliment me, I always have to say I learned this drawing from someone one else and it’s not me. Don’t get me wrong, I like the drawing but figuring out how to express my own uniqueness has been a struggle for the various reasons you pointed out. I love your approach and I’m going to have to try that. It’s such a simple technique that gently forces you to focus on a few things and watching how you were able to see you find your style evolve overtime was very helpful plus inspiring. Thanks so much for sharing. ❤

[anjou]

Your colour sketchbooks are stunning. You are a true artist ! 🧡🌱🧡🌿🩵🌱💚