How to be a self-taught graphic designer without losing your sh*t

DISCLAIMER: all of the things i mentioned are based on my own experiences only, because not all designers go through the same thing of course.

hello i am your zoom teacher for today. i will be telling you things you need to know in order to survive being a self-taught graphic designer. i hope this helps you with your creative endeavors!

WHO THE HELL AM I?

i am audrey and i am a self-taught graphic designer and constant overthinker. i make content on design, my drama, and everything in between. join me in my journey into the creative life. because boy, it is HARD.

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[ssjn]

This is very depressing, I'm just good at creativity, but so many things to do in order to have the edge in the marketplace .

[marjurihoney]

This is very helpful. To be honest as a newbie, I'm starting lose my sh*t. Thanks sister. 😘💖

[ManuelMartinezM]

How is your journey so far? Can you share an update from your journey and more tips?

[Fuzti]

Hey ! I’m trying to become a graphic designer
I loved the video and I checked your portfolio, how do I get mock-ups like yours?

[ameenaasif]

hi, what kind of book would you recommend to graphic design beginners ?

[rdPersonProductions]

Like your mentality and vibe towards this subject! It was very encouraging for us. It sounded so much like you were speaking to yourself out of love for your past self, and that is awesome. Thank you friend.

[Reda-]

this is i guess by far the best and most useful vid i stumbled upon among those thousands of pretentious people on youtube who just care about their video editing techniques and their self image, i naturally trust people with "little webcams" as i believe they're more honest and have much to say. i was about to give up, but after watching this, , let's give it another try.

[MoFace]

Definitely interested in learning graphic design, and this was such a clear cut video on how to get started; thank you!

[sarahmacjones]

This was so helpful as a newbie! thanks so much!

[laverderslemonade]

*me who still uses tumblr regularly*
“Remember when tumblr was a thing?”

[IMYIMY]

Ur advices r really helpful... Wish u all succes giiirl ♡

[matea]

thanks! i'm planning to start learning about graphic design and this was such a helpful insight :)

[ohstayyeah]

Good video, I really needed this one :)

[Zarifscientist]

TYSM for your valuable you're doing well!!

[sethwoohoo]

thank you so much for this video maam, its very helpful. im planning to start learning how to graphic design as well, thank you so much!

[jecamiahtheresevalle]

hi, what laptop do you use? or do you recommend any laptop that is good for graphic designer?

[SPACExox]

Question- how do you even find clients?

[lollipoppp]

Hi, thank you for this video. Do you think you can make a video for all the things you need to learn as a graphic designer? And where to find design trends? I want to be self taught but finding it hard to know what I need. Thanks!

[wordsnletters]

Im curious to know what fb groups/forums you suggest to get feedback? Thank you for the very informative video :)