THIS IS WHAT ART BLOCK HITTING IN REAL TIME LOOKS LIKE!? (and it sure didn't make any sense)
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- Äas pĆidĂĄn 28. 01. 2022
- HEY YOU!!: I decided to go ahead and post this video after a lot of deliberation. I'm not my most optimistic self in this and I know that. I was trying my best to be positive as Art Block began to set in and carry though so it might not make for the most enjoyable watch. However, I found something extremely interesting. In the moment, while filming, I thought I was creating trash. (in a way only an artist can understand, like literal BURN IT WITH FIRE, I'm-ashamed-I-made-this trash.) It was the formation of art-block in real time. And as I filmed I got more and more discouraged. Tepid every time Id start a new sketch.
When I 'finished' filming, i figured it was a throw away. Some reason, I decided to review it before making that decision. I found that almost everything I was thinking in the moment made ABSOLUTELY NO SENSE. Sure there were a couple lines out of place or things I could have done better. But that's the case with every single time I sit down to draw. Now that I was further away from the project I was able to see it for what it was, not through the lens of my strange emotional turmoil, which I call lovingly: Art Block.
I think there is a lesson to be learned that if you are feeling extremely negative and discouraging thoughts in the middle of a project. It might not be turning out as badly as you think. Push through if you think you are able or take a break and come back to it with fresh eyes. You might be surprised what it looks like tomorrow. Keep bringing your amazing art into the world, only you can! đ
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plakkaatverf means gouache in dutch đ
Thank you!!!
*not me trying to find out German, Portuguese, and fifty different languages
I laughed so hard when I heard her trying to pronounce plakkaatverf. 10/10
i was about to comment this
Im dutch
I love this though. Going from âI have a fun idea, letâs do this!â to âIâm drowning and everything I do is a struggleâ is so relatable. Iâm glad you kept going and posted the video.
this makes me wonder if I have permanent art block or extreme lack of motivation or..
**glances back at school**
yeah.
Time stamp?
When I have art block, I tend to redraw old art to remind myself of how much Iâve improved - it does wonders for motivation đ©
it also means you donât have to think of new ideas lol!
a great tip!
Same!!
omggg hiiiiii
@@MiraDoodles omg hiiiii mira
@@weirdlyart7726 hiii
Love the attitude. "Does this look good? No. Am I having fun? Yes!" So many people forget to just have fun with their art
âAt least Iâm not crying, so I havenât lost yet!â
Yessss I like that attitude! You go, Rin!
To be honest, this ended up being one of the most inspirational videos of yours I've ever seen, Rin. And that's saying something, cause you never fail to inspire me. Seeing you tackle art block like that was amazing. Only artists can truly appreciate how difficult that can be. And even though you may not feel like so, I think the art turned out amazing! You've drawn a very different and exaggerated facial expression. You've used an art supply you're not familiar with. You applied color theory. You completed a full spread in your sketchbook. Those are all really cool achievements!
You wrote.a lot :(
This turned out amazing! We are always our own worst critics. Because from my perspective, everything you drew and painting here is great! Right on par with most of what you do. I think some of it might have just been how different this is to what you normally draw/paint. Great job!
Hey, Waffles. Hint for gouache: Start with the darkest value. I use reactivating gouache. If you use straight white, with no water, over a slightly damp color, the highlights look great.
Since I've been stuck in a really really strong art block this last week especially I was really looking forward to this week's video!!!
guess we were going through a very similar experience this week. lol
oh my gosh same, just, more like months-
I keep drawing the same thing over and over again but when I wanna draw something else I donâtâŠwannew lmao
The only art channel from which I NEVER miss an upload⊠just sayin Rin is my favorite.. đ„°
ah thank you! that means so much!
Same!
same for me!!!!!
SAME!
Same! Rin is the one who inspired me to start a CZcams channel of my own for my art, and I love it so much! She opened my eyes new and creative possibilities with art!đč
"oh my gouache!" rin is back at it with the funny intros
Ahh yes!
hahah well thank you XP glad you think its funny.
It sounds like the intro to savage by aespa đ
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Love the message that comes with this video- I think sometimes we get lost in perfection so coming back to something we thought we "failed" at can be a great lesson. Art is supposed to be fun!
I was just explaining to my husband that when he's frustrated with his art he needs to pick out the good stuff in it and focus on that. I was just telling him that Waffles is the best person to watch for this and you come out with the perfect video for it!
Most gouache can be watered down a little without compromising the opaqueness, which helps with the spreadability.
With gouache, it's really helpful to start with watery layers and make every layer after less and less watery, so it won't activate the layers beneath it. I've just started learning it and it's really tricky, does anyone else have advice?
Honestly, I think thatâs the biggest tip. Learning water control and how thick your layer should be is the key to gouache. My other tip, since it dries so quickly, is if youâre working on an area that you want to be blended or that functions as a unit (like clouds or water), it can often be best to work on just that area and then move your way down or across the painting. I like to block in the whole painting, but unlike watercolor, I donât do a little here and a little there as I wait for things to dry, and I donât build depth across the whole piece layer by layer. Instead, aside from the blocking in stage, I try to really work on a section and get it looking the way I want before moving on, and then doing finishing details on the piece as a whole.
@@Thebookrat That's a really helpful tip, thank you! I've been focusing on building up my paintings as a whole but going piece by piece sounds so much easier!
@@L_Aster I think it's the type of thing you learn to make as a judgement call. Sometimes you might want to tackle a piece as a whole; you just kind of play with things and see what works for your style.
I love how you kept powering through the art block!! I think art block comes in different forms for different people, for me itâs just feeling unmotivated to create anything
For me I just want to stop in the middle of the drawing for no reason even if it's going how I want it to. đ
@@samkhon4168 sometimes itâs just I want to draw amazing Art but idk what to do.
I really like the final result of the drawing of the clown. Itâs really pretty. I love the eyes and the expression of the face. It came out really well.
Iâve not been subscribed for long, but I bought myself a sketch pad and pencils for Christmas because of your videos â„ïž
Been watching a bunch of old tutorials from Jazza to get to grips on things lol but hopefully one day I can draw along with you đ„°
Your videos and art style always brings me joy âš
Thats wonderful! I hope you're enjoying your new art supplies! that is so exciting! Keep bringing art into the world! and enjoy the process!
@@drawingwiffwaffles New art supplies are gr8, especially since it's my birthday next Saturday!
@@drawingwiffwaffles thank you for being so cool & sparking my inspiration â„ïžđđŒ
@@VRoberts1117 Thanks!!! Happy birthday to her!! Hope she has a purrfect birthday!
@@mishca have a great birthday đ„ł
I know I'm kinda late, but this has got to be one THE most relatable drawing video I've ever seen.
I actually love the top left painting that you made during the beginning of the video! I would buy a print of that! Also, just because you wanna use gouache doesnât mean that you canât use other materials in tandem! That may help with smaller details and more control for facial features etc! Colored pencils mix great with gouache!
Just wanted to say that, 3 years ago, i discovered your channel, and you were the one that motivated me to start drawing. Just saying that you were my idol when i started drawing â€
She honestly talks to herself like I imagine an alien would??? Like, the stuff she says is what a friendly alien might while figuring out how humans & art works. I don't know, it's super cute, LOL. I really enjoy your videos, Rin; keep up the good work!!!
Thank you so much for uploading this! I've been watching your videos for years, and every time I see a new one pop up, I immediately have to watch it. I appreciate that you let us see you at your best art, and also when you're struggling, it gives me hope that even when I'm struggling so much with art block that I too can overcome it and yeet art out once more.
Whenever I see a notification that a new waffles video is out I feel like a 4 year old opening presents on Xmas day!đ I love your videos so much. You are so inspiring and because of you I finally started an actual art course to learn more and try new styles!đ€đđ
I feel the same exact way
I have something that always helps me with art blocks. I tell myself that it's just my style changing; and really, she's right. Looking back _after_ you've been in an art block, those pieces you made? They're a rare breed, something you feel are incredible for seemingly no reason. So, my fellow artists; push on and push through it, keep drawing/painting/crafting! Embrace the feeling of fluctuating style/ability instead of going against it. Experimentation and letting yourself be free help a lot, and it's an amazing feeling to be so proud of your art after an art block!
I feel art block so often and it sucks because I get burnt out so easily. I have so many things i get excited for and then I go with it for a little bit but then it leaves me drained and without inspiration. So thanks Rin for this great video, you truly are such a great motivator.
And sometimes its good to take a step back and take moment, then come back and you might see that your art is something you actually love, even if you didnt when you were making it.
I havenât seen your vids in forever and coming back now just I love the feel your channel and your vibes and art brings me, I canât wait to go back and watch all the vids Iâve missed!
I needed something like this, I hit art block recently. So this is going to help so much. I love your videos so much that if you post I either watch them on the day they were posted or I make sure I watch them in less than 2 weeks. Thank you for inspiring me. đ
Thank you so so much for sharing your struggles with us. Iâm going through the kind of devastating art block that makes it hard to even LOOK at art supplies đ but seeing you power through and find ways to work with your own block is really inspirational and gives me hope. Youâre the best, Rin đ„°
pushing thru the art block was good motivation for me, thank you. i always love watching your vids because i used to get frustrated when my art didnt turn out right, but i push thru a lot more now and like a lot more of what i do :>
Hi Rin! I just wanted to say that you one of the couple of people that have really inspired me to draw more and get back into art bc I really love it! Now I have been drawing everyday and you have really helped me through some art blocks. Me and my family love watching you and you are like one of the first people my parents actually like watching, even my little sister does. And always remember that your art is great and it inspires probably tons of people. Btw I love you 3 marker challenges and you should definitely do more! Best wishes!! đđđšđ©đœâđšâ
I have been struggling with art block for a while now and not wanting to draw much and your video helped me so much! Thank you for always inspiring me!
I love seeing you painting bc it reminds me that every art peice comes with a stage where itâs not the best ok and if you donât give up and your pacient it will turn out good or some what decent in the end
I was watching so intently that I literally startled myself as I burst out laughing when you said, "Alllriiight ... this is ugly."
Oh, how many times have I thought that while drawing/painting/crafting/etc.!!?? (The world may never know.) I love it when you don't have a solid plan and talk to yourself. *giggle* Thank you for (several) laughs through this video!
Hey Rin! I bought my first illo sketchbook the other day because of you and I love it so far. The paper feels so smooth and buttery to sketch on! Just wanted to say thank you for introducing me to it :D
This is one of the most helpful art videos I've ever seen, and I watch art videos daily! It's so nice and even reassuring to see an artist you admire go through the same struggles as you.
I totally think if this was done in marker, you wouldâve been happier in the process. Paint is such a difficult medium to have art block with, because it inherently has a longer ugly stage.
The final picture is one of my favourite pictures youâve ever done, and Iâve loved them all! Itâs just such a cool concept and the fact you struggled through and ended up with that is amazing!
Seeing you push through art block actually does help, good job Rin! You made an adorable clown girl in the end! Thank you for the good advice.
You literally just got me out of art block...! I swear I've been dealing with it for two months. I love to just watch your channel and you help me smile.
It's crazy how you thought the paintings looked bad, but to me they were a masterpiece and something I could never do.
I really admire your perseverance!!
From what Ive observed, it seems that part of the art block dwells in the mood because by the end of the video, when you were in better spirits, you liked your top right sketch, even though when i saw it when you created it i found it great. Idk if that made sense.
Anyways, I hope this week turns out better for you!
Thank you so much for posting this. I loved seeing how you got through the art block in the video and I strongly related to what you were saying. When having art block you're in such a vulnerable place where one drawing can either set you off or make it better. Great video and I think that the results were amazing too. Now I feel inspired to go try draw something out of my comfort zone :D
I stumbled upon your channel just now, and I adore art but have never found a good CZcamsr for it. And I just found the. Best. Art CZcamsr. Love this!
You did so well powering through and itâs inspiring Iâll definitely think back on this next time I have art block and try to keep my head up. Thank you for posting this. Ps. Love the little sketches you did first those poofy shorts are so cute đ
i so deeply admire the way you power through difficult artistic motivation phases and still make the most original and stunning art ive seen in modern day.
I absolutely love her silly little face. Your characters are always so adorable, but she just makes me smile.
Iâm so excited! Iâve been binging your videos these last couple days and now I can watch a new one!
ooo which was your favorite?
@@drawingwiffwaffles hmm I love all of your character design videos, especially the cheerleader one!
I've been stuck in art block for weeks and I decided to pick up a colored pencil (no graphite because I thought the color would make it more fun) and turned on a Sleeping at Last podcast and just drew it out like you did. It helped a lot. I love the clown piece! Looks so awesome!đ
Aw Rin that clown looks amazing!! You should be proud of it
I love how that last clown made it to the thumbnail and is what i went "omg that's actually a cute clown", and is the one Rin struggled the most with drawing and painting, really shows that you can push through art block and still get something out of it. I definitely agree, skills seems to improve alot more after getting through art blocks! I seem to get it almost every time i sit down to make art, even if it's supposed to be just no pressure and fun scribbles, but then i always improved a ton and usually end up liking the thing i really couldn't stand looking at any longer just moments before. Art block scared me away from being creative for about 15 years, but finally made up my mind to just get over myself and just pick up a pencil or brush and do my best to not have any expectations. Things never turn out the way i invision them but sometimes you make happy accidents and get something better than you thought you could do, even if it's just a minor detail. You won't improve by sulking instead of trying! đ Keep creating, everyone, and you will get there in the end â„
This is such a fantastic video, thank you for sharing this with us. It is really valuable for beginner artists, like me, to see that art block comes and goes without rhyme and reason and that it is possible to push through it and produce âsomething.â I really liked it when you said, âwe deal with the issues as they come.â Being able to adapt in the moment and focus on the positives is so important in many situations :)
Oh my gosh! You are so creative! I look up to your art style so much! You are such an awesome artist! :D
Rinâs videos always help me get out of my art block! đ
eee so happy to hear that!
True đđ»
Hello hello. Not me binge watching the entire channel in less than a month (some videos twice) and now being exited to watch a new video freshly uploaded. So happy to have found this channel!
This character reminds me heavily of the characters from the show The Big Comfy Couch!! Love IT SO MUCHđâš
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On a serious note! This was such a sweet upload and the clown girl is pretty cute! All the best and hope you recover from the art block soon!
Thank you for posting this- I deal with that kind of art block so much and it makes it a little better knowing one of my inspirations deals with it too.
Early! Also I got posca pens and 3 sketchbooks all because of you because you inspire me so much, I love your drawings and your channel â€ïž
ah! that is so exciting! Hope you're having fun with that!
My best way of getting rid of art block is simply going thru my sketch book. I'm on my first one right now since I've only started on January 2021 but everytime I get the urge to draw without having a single thought of what to do, I just flip through it and pretend I'm making one of those sketchbook flip through CZcams videos and usually get ideas. Mostly because some of my drawings aren't as I'd prefer them to look so I try to re-do them.
Wonderful tip!!
Everytime I think of something to draw when I'm not drawing i write it down, but it in this little jar and if I'm ever in art block again or if I'm uninspired i just grab a peice of paperfrom the lil jar and draw that :)
Also Rin i love your video's and keep up the good work!
I love this concept! I have been really obsessed with clowns lately and this gave me so much inspiration ty!!!!
Aaaa I'm getting so happy when you post!!đđ
You inspire me so much and make me improve my art style more!!
I also drew a reference you used it turned out good!!But I still need to work at the legs hehđ đ
Love you Rin
My guinea pig died on the 26th and Iâve been trying to draw him so that I can do something to ârespect himâ or something like that and itâs so hard, every time I try to work on the drawing , I cry. I had him for about 4 years. Youâre videos had made me want to start drawing again and the new laptop I have made me want to keep practicing with people. Then my bebe Chichi passed and all I can think of to draw is him but with a lot of other things going on on top of him passing makes me so tired of crying.
Youâre drawings in this video are so awesome and always inspire me to draw, hopefully Iâll be able to finish the drawing soon and maybe even make drawings of other peopleâs pets because Iâm sure that someone else seeing their little buddy in a drawing would make them happy too.
okay. So I had art block a few weeks ago and legit went into tears, I commend you for not crying đ
This is really inspiring because art block like that is sooooo disheartening
But when you started to sketch that big, scrunched up cute face I got streets emotional??! It's so cute I love it đđ
You're art is so lovely! Was going through a bit of an art block myself and you definitely inspired me to pick up my pencil for the first time in weeks. Thank you â€ïžđš
I love how you draw so much, you are amazing, incredible, OMG I canât đ ily đ
This is sooo amazing! Beautiful artwork, I Absolutely love it!!! đđđ
I absolutely loved that you didn't give up! Thanks for sharing!!!!
Itâs nice to see you showing the challenges you have with art and not just the good times
This is so cool!
Your art was like, so neat. How professional!
the fact that my hypoerfixation this week IS CLOWNS!!!! Rin you made my 2022!!
Ive been checking CZcams all day to see if you've posted yet, and when i saw your video on my home page i felt like it was bday. Soooo cool!
Ive been so unsatisfied with my art lately. I know this video will really help me a lot. Thank u so much, Rin
i understand that feeling. there is a lot that goes into art block and I hope you're able to kick it soon!
Was actually sketching while watching your video and it didn't suck
Don't worry about it, just enjoy the process.
I don't think I've ever been this early. So excited to watch, been struggling with art block myself lately.
Your art block and my art block are completely different. You develop something that looks amazing whilst I stare at a blank page. đđ
I usually like to sit down and draw with Waffles playing in the background. The clown theme is making that just a touch challenging for me, but I'm going to power through and try not to accidentally draw something that makes me uncomfortable. Nevertheless, love the content and appreciate all the hard work!
Thanq Rinđ„° for another good vid. You always bring me joy and joy to my day. Fun Fact I am Aussie/Australian so watching someone like you all the way from the other side of the world from me, gives hope to my heart â€ïž that I am not the only nerd that likes anime and drawing. Anyway Thanq for not only making my day but making my day even better, I love you Rinđ„°
-KT
I honestly don't get the feeling that you are super frustrated and disappointed, you just seem confused and clueless, which I think is totally understandable from the fact that you are using an art supply that you aren't comfortable with and haven't used for years. I still get your usual positive attitude wanting to understand and improve. And the message is really positive! I had some very bad drawing days recently, and made art that belongs to the trash can, really felt overwhelmed by the incapacity of translating my mental picture to the paper, but when I look at them now, I still have some lingering frustration because they were projects I really care about, but I also remember how much hard I tried to "save" them and I am proud I pushed through anyway. After I took a break, I like to write down what I think went wrong, what I like and what I don't, analyzing it through and learning my lesson. Eventually, sooner or later, I'm going to try again with those projects (usually once I manage to let go of all the frustration, which involves some decent art made in the meantime, to kind of get back some of my confidence xD). Thank you for sharing it despite your thoughts on the process, honestly when I look at that spread I see something nice and full of potential (like the outfits, I loved your ideas!). Finally, congrats!, you pushed through! đȘ
Ahh I love this!! I love your nails too! So cute!!
You struggled but still managed to make something amazing! Thank you for sticking through and sharing this with us. âșïž
These are giving me candy land character vibes. I'd love to see you reimagine those characters in your style for some nostalgic fun
I LOVE YOUR ART RINNNNNN ITS SO FUN AND BEAUTIFULL
Have you ever seen a show called Comfy Couch? All the characters are clowns :)
I was thinking 'this was a Comfy Couch moment going on here.' It's cute, I love the different designs.
I love watching your videos, but your voice is so soothing I always end up falling asleep while watching đ
my boyfriend and i just broke up and i have just been binging your videos you make me feel so much better and helped me fall asleep through my heartbreak. your content helps people who barely even do art thank you so much for creating and sharing â€ïž
My art block has been really bad along with having no motivation I've done absolutely nothing but I appreciate Rin alwaysss making a video at the perfect time it always helps me get back to what I love
Yes a new video as I just woke up. Great timing rin!! đâ€
Good Morning!
This would be the cutest print dude! Omg itâs so cute and really dope at the same time lol
Iâve NEVER been this early to any of ur videos, also I loooooovvveee ur channel! I immediately subscribed! Love ur art too btw
I just love art block :(. I just now am getting through mine. I love the art. Keep up the good work!!
The third one makes me think of the big comfy couch lol
Omg! This is just what o wanted right now! I love the video and the portrait turned out AH-MAZING! â€ïžđ
thanks Ana!
Yayyy!!! Time to paint! Love ya Rinđ thank you for the inspiration đ
you're welcome! thank you for the encouragement!
omggg hii bestiii
@@weirdlyart7726 hello!!!! How are you?
I loved this video!! Thanks for the update i can't wait til next saturday already! Oh and get well soon if you're still sick đ
Yay! I love it when you post new videos! đ
with gouache I learned it's nice to treat it like watercolor at first, to get everything down very transparent and preserve the white of the paper as your lightest whites. Then you gradually increase the opacity remembering gouache dries darker than it is wet
The drawings look great I love them! A little tip I have is to start with a less opaque paint and build it up, I get why u might not have been able to do this on that paper, and maybe use a little more water on the brush it would make the paint glide smoother and be less patchy :) â€ïžâ€ïžâ€ïž
as someone struggling terribly with art block, its nice seeing an artist i like pushing through it, thank you waffles