Artist vlog - How I became an artist & the impact of fibromyalgia - Lachri
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- čas přidán 29. 08. 2024
- My first vlog, talking about how I became an artist and the role celiac disease, fibromyalgia and ankylosing spondylitis played. Sorry about the bad yellow lighting on this one, turns out my orchid lights do weird things to the camera.
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Time lapse and speed painting tutorials and demonstrations by award winning artist Lachri. Learn how to paint portraits, surreal landscapes, pets, lions, tigers, and birds...pretty sure a Wizard of OZ reference should be made right about now. Get tips and watch techniques for working in acrylic and oil paint, carbon pencil, graphite and colored pencil.
This video was shot using a Samsung HMX-Q10BN Q10 Switch Grip Full HD Camcorder.
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(Sorry this got so long... :) Thank you so much for sharing! I too have fibromyalgia with CFS and have spent most of the last 8 years "couch-ridden". I was 48 and perfectly healthy and almost overnight I went from feeling 35 to feeling 85. As the illness progressed that first year -- and because I was totally self-supporting (no husband or children to help me) -- I became very depressed thinking I would feel this bad and still have to get up to a 6:00 am alarm for the next 15 years..... it was awful! To make a long story short and after lots of trials and tribulations.... I am now on partial disability and with medical help I am no longer suffering. Yay! :) I am not "well" and spend most days on my couch, but I no longer suffer and that is HUGE! And "not suffering" has allowed me to sit up and discover coloring. Yay! I have always enjoyed crafts but never got into "art" until now. I am to the point that I love watching CZcams art/craft videos because they bring me joy and inspiration. AND I have recently joined an online art class! Yes! I can hardly believe it. :) Yay again!
You really hit the nail on the head when you said that being able to set your own hours, combined with doing something you enjoy, is more important than having a regular paycheck. I live quite meagerly nowadays, but those changes have made my life worth living again. :)
One woman talked about magnesium helping her symptoms. I have been hearing more and more about magnesium and turmeric helping with similar ailments... So I will be getting me both of those.
Thank you so much for sharing! I love watching your videos and have subscribed. I found you by searching for which colored pencils to buy and found your Polychromos vs Prisma video with the grapes. I am going to order a small(ish) set of both actually, and supplement more colors by ordering individual pencils from Blick or Jerry's as I can afford to, but it is your video that convinced me to want to try the polychromos, though I am not a "real artist" yet. But I am getting frustrated with wax pencils dictating when I am finished. I also want to try out the Derwent Inktense watercolor pencils when my budget allows....
Thanks again for sharing. Seems like there are a lot of us out here confined to our "rooms" who become closet artists so-to-speak. Very interesting. :)
+Karen M I'm glad you've been able to get into art! It helps SO MUCH!!
Wow I LOVE crafts. Cant wait to do more with my journals and sketchbooks. Magnesium is in walnuts.
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Thanks so much for your story. I have suffered from Fibromyalgia for 5 years and have not worked for 2 years. I was staying at home and completely depressed and decided I needed a new hobby. I have always been crafty and able to make things pretty but I have always wanted to be able to draw and paint. I got me a drawing pad and some pencils and started. I have some raw ability and have been learning from CZcams. I have been drawing pictures from Pintrest and for Christmas got myself some Prismacolor colored pencils. I am practicing all the time and getting better. I want to take art lessons but as you know getting out of the house is a big issue. I am so thankful for your tutorials and your story. You have just inspired me more to keep learning and to get better.
Jennifer Lane I am a fellow Fibromyalgia buddy and more. I started art therapy a year ago. Changed my life. Everything I have learned has been from you tube, or private classes over the Internet. I think you can get the best education right here. Lachri does an awesome job. A little more intermediate, but it pushes us to grow quicker. Would love to connect.
I have ME/chronic fatigue the sister illness to Fibro. I get pain in my joints too not muscles. Started the same way too with Gladular Fever (mono) back in 1978. 40 years on am getting slowly back into art now I can no longer work part-time. I think that the adrenals get damaged that's why not enough energy can be made. Some people also have thyroid issues and hormones are involved too. I can cope with the pain and sickness tho since taking probiotic and Kefir that's cleared up. But the lack of energy just to get up during daylight is the worst. I spend 2/3rds of the year in bed...but would I be able to do any art at all if I was well enough to work full time? Art also makes a lonely life worth living. Just found this channel and am fascinated by her skill. Thank you for sharing and all the best to everyone coping with this disease.
Thank you from a fellow suffer of fibromyalgia, this is very inspirational. I've been suffering for over 15yrs and my main symptom is excruciating pain, it's easy to become depressed and let it overwhelm you when you're having bad days. This is a wonderful message to make the most of your good days to not allow it to take you over completely. Art is so therapeutic and although I will never produce the large paintings I dream of as the pain of reaching is too much I can take joy in the works I can complete on my lap. These achievements although small make a huge difference to the way I cope with the pain. They give me a reason to keep getting up and fighting an otherwise debilitating condition. Ive learnt that you don't have to do large works to find satisfaction, working within your limitations is just as valuable. Never underestimate the power of small things to brighten an otherwise gloomy outlook.
Sjogren's and fibro here, and I totally relate! You were almost telling my story. Thanks for sharing this! You're truly an inspiration. :-)
You are such a strong woman Lisa! Thank you for being such an inspiration to us!
Lisa, I first viewed this video while on a business trip. The connection was slow and I did not get a chance to read all the comments. I just finished up viewing the video again and read all the comments. (all of them - that was a task)
Lisa, I have said before and repeat, you are fantastic and a great artist. You are so positive and give such great advice to all.
I don't think you ever knew how much your story would reach and inspire your viewers. It is so interesting to know how many of those who view and work with art have experienced many physical challenges.
You know you have great talents in drawing, painting, and teaching. You also have great talents in video productions and editing. You have just discovered another great talent you have.
You have the great talent to bring together and encourage those who may have also had challenges with health issues.
Lisa, thank you again for all you do.
Thank you for sharing your story. I too had an absent abusive bio dad. I'm sorry that you had to experience that, dear Lisa. But look how you rose above! I also had (undiagnosed) arthritis as a child and thus spent a great deal of time in doors-- drawing. I too was diagnosed with arthritis(RA), fibromyalgia and spondylosis (sp?) 10 years ago and eventually was forced to leave my career a a psychotherapist, which is when I fell in love, all over again, with art. I now do portraits of people and pets in graphite and colored pencil, occasionally on commission. It's good to know I'm not alone. Hope you're well and continue to share your work and tips with us.
Correction: ...I was diagnosed with *fibromyalgia* and spondylosis
I also have been fighting fibro since I was a teenager now in my 50s. It's been a hard road and I definitely can relate to all the problems you have. I craft for the same reason. Beck I can escape from my pain sometimes. I am so glad I found your channel be cut even tho I am not an artist I love drawing just for me. I draw in an art journal just for pleasure and since watching your videos I have gotten better at it. So thank you from one fibro sister to another.
The best to all those who suffer from these crippling diseases. Your video Lisa proves there is always a light at the end of the tunnel!
Thank you so much for sharing!! I also have several Invisible Disabilities & have had to stop working & so now I'm devoting more time to my art. Your story gives me hope.
For me it is the other way around. I have a lung/heart disease which has a big effect on my condition and makes it hard to find a job. So i found my old hobby back again: drawing. The only trouble i had was coloring. I always loved drawing but i always had trouble with coloring, but i have learned a lot these days and i enjoy it so much. And you are such an inspiriation. So thank you so much Lisa. :)
Hello Lisa, Just ran across your videos and watched this one on your A.S. & Fibro. I have the same. Dx'd 2 yrs ago, sick for 8 yrs before that. I had to stop working because the fatigue and pain was so bad. Started coloring, adult coloring books. For stress reasons and to turn my brain off. I love it, addicted bad & it's all I want to do. I am no where near your level and have no desire to paint honestly. Just color. Coloring has helped my hands so much. Before I quit working my hands were hurting so bad and I was unable to write. But I pushed thru the pain and kept coloring. Now I can write again. Not for very long but it is a start. You are amazing. Keep up the beautiful work and Stand Tall!
Thank you for sharing your story. As another Fibromyalgia sufferer, I find it so inspiring to hear about your journey and I love your art too.x
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You are amazing. Hearing your story was so inspirational for me. I don't have fibromyalgia, but I do have other painful conditions that keep me confined to my bed, bedroom, house, depending on how bad the pain is. I too keep myself active somewhat with drawing, watercolors, and sometimes oils. I have not been a fan of yours for very long. I recently found you on u-tube. I was captivated, then tonight I listened to your
Explanation about how you came to be an artist. I had an art teacher long ago who said "you don't have to have talent to be able to draw or
Paint, it helps but it's not necessary. The ability to draw or paint is a learned skill." And "the more you practice drawing and painting, the better you will get." I believe that. That's what I try to do. Keep on being the amazing, brave person you are and know you have the admiration of a 72 year
Old lady in Georgia.
Lisa, I have been a long time fan of your art work. Today I am working from my son's computer, as mine is in the shop, but I had to tell you how thankful I am to have just watched you share your story. It takes a brave person to share such a difficult and painful (on many levels) life story. So bravo to you! My mom-in-law was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia about 20 years ago, before some doctors even agreed that it was indeed a disease. Listening to how you treat it gives me so much hope for her. She is taking immense amounts of pain medication, so much that I won't let her drive my son, which as you can imagine has caused some incredibly hurt feelings. I pray she will take your experience and how you manage your Fibromyalgia and apply it to her life. You, your story and your art are such incredible blessings. God bless you Lisa. XX
Thanks so much for sharing your story. I relate, as I've been struggling with the effects of fibromyalgia for a long time, & lamenting the things that I don't have the energy to do. Your story lets me know there is hope. Your work is beautiful .
thank you for your story. i'm twice your age with kids your age. i also have exhaustive and painful health issues. i love life's beauty and the joy of art in all mediums. unlike others who jumped at "an income", i've made my own path too, carrying myself where i believed life was taking me intuitively. i came upon you on YT and ordered a new set of polychromes and supplies to make this winter another adventure into art. thx for inspiring me, by reminding me of my/ our path on this Earth .. appreciating it's beauty and accepting ourselves with love in abundance expressed, never held inside. Aloha
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I have been sick ever since I can remember as a child and as a teenager. So I was stuck indoors a lot so I became a reader, gamer and now artist. I've absorbed so much information in such little time that I've become a go to theory artist. Luckily my practice is following in cue, with many thanks to you. I'm a diabetic, with RA and stomach problems, last month I experienced a period of eye bleeding and couldn't se out of one eye and then it really kicked into gear my art. I love it. It really gives me something to leave behind if I should succumb. I love your art and you have given me a great foundation and you should definitely keep it up. I can see clearly now and has given me the kick in the butt to get better control and get more art out. Thanks, thanks and millions more.
You are such an inspiration to me. I have chronic pancreatitis and have had 17 surgeries at only 17 years old. I don't mind being sick as much as not being able to do as much art as I want. Sitting at a desk for more than an hour is usually too much for me. But I'm definitely not giving up on my art career. I've already been hired for several pet portraits, and that number continues to grow. I have so much more respect for you now that I know your back story. You never gave up despite your health problems, and look at how successful as an artist you are!
So glad to have found you! Just, wow! I have dabbled in art throughout my own very sick life, and now, as a disabled mum with a collection of chronic conditions, art is one of my very few personal enjoyments. I was considering vlogging my illustrations, though i've never been all that open about my art. I decided to just search 'art vlog' and here you are, a big, loving sign for me. I can't wait to watch more of your videos and be filled with inspiration!
Lisa, I can't believe I never saw this before. I do know about your health issues and most of this info via other posts or livestreams. Like so many others my art journey began because of autoimmune issues and fibromyalgia. I qualified as a nutritional consultant to get to the root of my health problems and like you eating correctly made all the difference. I have never been as happy as I am now since discovering art. I love it so much and at nearly 60 I have never felt better. I feel excited everyday as there is always an art project to look forward to:) You are a brilliant artist, exceptional teacher and a truly delightful, ethical person. I love your videos and The Coloured Pencil Podcast and I want to say thank you so much for all that you offer and teach. Big cyber hug!
Thanks for sharing I have fibromyalgia as well as several other autoimmune diseases. Your story gave me the nudge to just go for it and accept the productive days with the days I need to take care.
You can either become a victim and give up on life or you can decide to move forward, roll up your sleeves and work towards making life work for you.
You chose the latter and it paid off.
Very happy for you. Keep it up.
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Thank you so much for sharing your life story! I'm sure it was hard to talk about some of these things. I share quite a bit in common with you (past abuse; I have MS; sometimes my fatigue and back pain are so overwhelming I don't want to get out of bed; I have a different outlook on my disease than some people though - I just take it in stride and feel that I had 45 good years before knowing I had it, so I accept it; and I was even diagnosed in 2007). I do wish I was as young as you and had started back into drawing at a younger age. I enjoyed drawing and painting as a child and took art classes in high school, but I graduated at 16 because I got pregnant and married, so my life took a turn away from my art for many years and never got fully developed. Now I'm trying to draw again and teaching myself drawing with graphite and using shading for realism, and hopefully eventually will master colored pencil as well. Again, I thank you for sharing this and it gives me encouragement to keep trying. =DP.S. I've read other comments after making my own, and it is so amazing how many people can relate to your story and have suffered similarly as well. You have done a great service by letting people know what you've been through. It's very encouraging to us all!
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Lisa, thank you for sharing your journey. I can identify with your health problems and becoming a "full time" artist, or just one that aims to constantly produce. I think it actually counteracts the fibromyalgia as I have it too. I was miserable working in retail in 2008 when I injured my back at 28. After several surgeries, I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia, chronic pain syndrome, and arthritis. It's been a journey to appreciate what good health really means, how it affects your daily life, but also how it has guided us to our true purpose in life.
I too always did drawings when I was a child but for my own personal pleasure. I did not continue with drawing or painting but pursured photography instead. I had a very successful business in photography and after 35 years I have no more desire to pick up a camera to create with. My daughter has worked with me for over 22 years and I have turned the business over to her. Now I am wanting to revisit my first passion which is drawing and painting. I choose photography because I could not see how to create a successful career in painting. You are an insiration to everyone. Now I am ready to revisit my first passion and you gave me the kick in the rear end to do it now without excuses. This time will be for me. Thank you!
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I am also an artist and instructor who suffers from fibromyalgia and Ankylosing Spondylitis, which sounds like the arthritis you are talking about. If you are hla-b27 positive then you are susceptible to both AS and celiac disease. I recently started teaching again after a long hiatus caused by the pain. Diet is definitely key as well as movement. We artists tend to stay locked in one position for too long and those of use with these debilitating disorders can attest to that. It's terrible to hear of others pain, but I'm glad to hear someone tell my story. Keep up the amazing work my friend :)
jen lehr So true about the movement. I can sit still for hours on end painting. I have to make a real point to get up and go walk or move around.
Hi Lisa:
I've watched this video twice now. I had watched a number of your drawing videos which I loved because I"m a pencil artist, too, and you showed me some new ways to do things like using the odorless mineral spirits. Then, one day, I stumbled upon this video (even wondering why I was watching it) that gave a synopsis of your life and how it guided you into the world of art. I was in shock. The reason is that as you explained your life, I realized why I was supposed to be watching your video. It's because you were explaining my life, and the parallels were just too uncanny all the way from health problems that produced unbelievable fatigue, how it led to an involvement with art, issues with a father, discoveries of things that at least made health problems easier, and how art has brought you a life of joy and contentment. As one would have it, I actually live in an area near you, I teach art, and, like you, I've even taught in Michael's stores as well. Wow. Isn't life interesting? I hope you have somewhat enjoyed hearing of our mutually synchronistic stories as much as I have sharing it with you, and, Lisa, I'm sending you thoughts of happiness, health, and prosperity. Good Day!!!
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This was very real and very inspiring. Thank you for sharing and letting us glimpse your private life which adds to the beauty of your work. I began doing art because of my illness when I could no longer work and it has been life changing. I have a long way to go but feel it is an exciting journey. Keep up the awesome work.
I am glad you posted. I have had fibro for 20yrs- it is hard. To hear a success story is great. I love card making- haven't sold any- would love to one day.
When you said right-handed, I was like *gasp* because I've seen various left handers on YT that think they draw really well. It's really inspiring.
I have just started learning to paint (age 47) and going to a local class.I am loving it and its been a massive distraction as I too have been unwell and recently diagnose with fibromyalgia. I found one of your paintings on you tube and managed to paint a giraffe for a family member, its not a patch on your work but my family loved it. Going to watch so much of your inspiring work now and loved your amazing story. thanks
Thank you for sharing this. I was a nurse for 30 years and had tons of craft supplies I never had time to use. For some reason I just could not let them go. When I got RA and it got so bad I became disabled I was so glad I had these things, Art seems to be the only thing that blocks the pain. I may not be good at it but I can loose myself for a few hours and that has saved my life. You are such an inspiration to me. Thank you again.
The great thing about art, if one person doesn't think its good, chances are someone else will. Plus if the artist enjoyed making it then its a win all around! Sorry to hear about your RA, but glad you've gotten into art.
Hi. I've been a pro airbrushed t-shirt artist for about 25 years now. I started doing marker caricatures with airbrush in 2009. I have had secondary lymphedema in my left leg since 2001. Had recurring cellulitis as a complication of that some 64 times and been hospitalized some 26 times with varying and progressively worsening degrees of criticality, the majority of which has occured since 2006. Developed fibro, arthritis in my hip and right leg, depression, and just in 2013 have developed symptoms of multiple sclerosis. In the meantime, thru all the pain, I painted. Oh, and add being almost 500lbs the last few years on top of that! I worked 70-90 hours a week when in my 20s and early 30s for at least a decade while getting sick and pushing thru it. I'm 46 now and I am bloody tired! Got barely anything left! Just had gastric sleeve surgery, and I'm down 100lbs. Got a long way to go, tho. But you have inspired me to tell my story, which is truly movie worthy. I had been thinking about it for so long... I've just been scared to. You've also inspired me to get back to expand beyond just the airbrush, which is what I do best. Goodonya, luv, and I'm very glad I've discovered you and your work. A real inspiration! Check out my Instagram account @arvoguard!
I have just seen this video from 2014 but what a truly inspiring vlog! I agree with Victor's comments and I too, find that your videos are full of energy and inspiration. Far from holding you back, your background health and family situation played an important part in your realisation of the type of career that absolutely suits you. Thank you for sharing these aspects to your life. I wish I had seen your video 40 years ago (!) in that it would have encouraged me to explore self-employment that fitted my clinical depression. I went along traditional routes - training for multiple jobs that were stimulating and rewarding but I was to lose them due to tiredness and illness. I was good at them, but there is no flexibility when you work for companies. Self-employment, as you say is scary in that you don't have a regular income but when you are poorly you can take the time to get well, and your productivity, when you are well is phenomenal. Well Done Lisa.
Appreciate you sharing your story. It shows that you can get through a lot of the bad stuff and still turn out an amazing person. You are a lot more talented than you give yourself credit for.
My dad was a professional drummer. He suffered with rheumatoid arthritis for decades. The pain was awful, but his passion for music kept him going. I'm so glad your health problems didn't defeat your artistic dreams. We would have missed out on your incredible talent.
hi Lisa, you are such an inspiration, I'm so glad I saw this particular video. I can relate, I have pcos and one of my symptoms is chronic fatigue. I did go to college and studied something unrelated. now I have a job that pays the bills but I'm so tired I struggle to find the energy to paint (which I feel guilty about too!) your giving me courage to make some significant work life changes so that I can actually paint. I hope one day I can produce images as beautiful as yours.
I, too have fibromyalgia and it's getting worse. I also have degenerative disc disease. Painting and drawing helps me physically and also mentally to feel better. I also have type 2 diabetes and I am on insulin injections. I started with art since I was little. I loved to color in coloring books when I was young, then I started drawing, I now paint and still draw. I do mostly landscapes. Love watching your video. I just discovered your videos. Thank you for showing your beautiful art work!!🤗
Thank you so much for acknowledging my comment. I will continue watching your videos. Your very inspiring!! 🎨🖌️
Thank you very much for sharing your personal life. It has been extremely helpful. My daughter is an artist and a writer but because of her celiacs, arthritis, and fibromyalgia and her need to sleep all the time, she has completely quit. She started drawing, painting when she was very young. I am hoping she will watch your video and get inspired. I thought maybe moving her to San Francisco would be better for her health and creativity until to my surprise you said you then moved to North Texas! That’s where she lives! I love your channel and watch them regularly as they have clearly helped me improve my art. I sincerely appreciate you sharing your personal life. You’re so insightful, extremely informative and very encouraging.
You are an inspiration for other people with these conditions. Thank you for being a role model.
This is an old video, but I'm blown away by something which came up in it. When you showed the before and after images, of your marine paintings, that's when I realised, I had one of your pictures. The "after" one. It was given to me as a gift when I was 18 or 19, as a very large, jigsaw puzzle. When I finally finished it, my mum framed it and I still have it today. I live in Australia, by the way.
The thing about doing a large jigsaw puzzle though, is how you get up close with the painting. So I couldn't believe after watching several of your videos, and liking something kinda familiar about your work - you were actually the artist behind my jigsaw puzzle. I can't remember how many days I spent putting it together. But suddenly, there's this six degrees of separation, of how I've known you, without "actually" knowing who you were. I knew you through your art though, and my own obsession with jigsaw puzzles. :)
Hi Lisa! I've been watching your videos for a couple months now and have really enjoyed and learned a lot from them. For some reason this one showed up in my recommended feed today. The universe must be trying to tell me something! 😉 I ended up with numerous food allergies, migraines, neuropathy, early menopause and early onset arthritis after a bout with cancer and it's following chemo/radiation/other meds. Just like you, this isn't a "poor me" story. I used to be able to do all kinds of fiber art but, because of the neuropathy & arthritis, I can't hold the needles anymore. The need to create is still there though, so I've taken up drawing & painting... And to my surprise, I've been told I'm not too shabby at it! I'm in the middle of taking my first ever art classes and it has been such a positive experience. Being able to learn from you and other CZcamsrs has helped me tremendously. Thank you so much for giving your precious time to help out us "Little guys"!
ndav970 I'm so glad you've found other mediums to create in! I would go crazy if I couldn't make stuff!!
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I am always amazed at how many of us are actually out there. I too have fibro, lupus, severe spondylyosis degenerative disk disease. I had to quit real estate. When your life is turned upside down by chronic illness it is easy to become depressed over the loss of what your life was. I began art journaling, painting, crafting. I have found that nothing helps the pain like painting! Art is so therapeutic. I truly appreciate that you had the courage to share this part of you. You are incredibly talented and an inspiration!
I always feel guilty when I'm happy to meet others with fibro because it makes me feel not so alone, but then I wish no one else had to deal with it >
I know how you feel. I would never wish it on my worst enemy but chronic illness can make you feel very alone at times. I have found so many of us in the art world. Thanks for replying. Can not wait to see more from you. What part of Texas are you from. I am in Oklahoma but grew up the Dallas area.
Savyjade I live in Frisco now, just north of Dallas :) We've been here for 6 years. I'm originally from Southern California. I like it much better here :D
I'm so relieved right now. I have a ton of problems with my health that are making it difficult to draw, and most people are telling me I shouldn't b an artist, that it'll b too hard. Thanks for giving me hope.
+pianobooks42 You can be what ever you want to be, i would say to you that rather then listening to other peoples opinion you best listen to your heart, have a creative and healthy life.
You are an inspiration and I can so well connect with your story . I was in job for 2 years untill May 2016 when on my bday I met with an horrible accident. it took me a month of bed rest yet the pain didn't go !!
went to so many doctors and they said that there's no injury left and yet I was in soo sooo much pain when I was finally diagnosed with fibromyalgia and rhematoid arthritis :(
I had terrible days in the last month where I would wake up and cry in night due to the unbearable pain .. AND that's where I found you and the artsherpa..
Now I just paint paint and paint all the time . Just like you I don't feel like doing any other activity just paint :) looking forward to a better health and a better painting :)
YOU ARE MY INSPIRATION :) LISA ♡ thank you
That's interesting about the fibromyalgia because I was diagnosed with it at OHSU in 1998. It hit me pretty hard then...the debilitating fatigue, nausea, pain, migraines, brain fog, and you know all the other stuff that goes along with it. As the years went by, my husband and children were pretty great about dealing with my good days and bad days.
When It first reared its ugly head, I was going to college (carrying a 4.0 GPA, having my whole life geared toward eventually becoming a lawyer and then a judge, majoring in poli sci and minority in English-writing and history) raising my little family, working a part time job, and being in ministry in a few different ways. But the only thing I could do afterward at first was raise my children and tend to my husband, and erratically at that. The illness became so bad that I had to find a way to cope and get my mind off it. You know what I mean. So I started doing computer graphics, photography, drawing, writing and composing music and singing songs with my husband, and writing...writing...writing...and more writing. I just have to say right here that I was never a terribly artistic person until this illness hit. I mean I liked it and all and always admired others who were, coming from a family of musicians, but I thought it was just something one was either born with or not. I had figured I was not!
However, during this terrible time, I really learned to depend on Jesus for everything, including strength just to clean my house and to shower, lol. (Only those with fibro will understand that.). In fact, He has shared massive spiritual blessings with me during this time that have been absolutely mind-blowing and has given me insights that I never could have come up with on my own. My relationship with Him is nothing like it was before the illness. It was during one of my devotional/prayer times in the heat of this illness that I suddenly felt like drawing on one of the pages of my Bible. It felt really good to do so. So I kept doing it... I had taken only one drawing class in college and tried to apply some of what I had learned, but it was more just feeling it out than anything, which there was no way I could have done so before getting sick. As a result, I truly believe the Lord somehow created that spark within me for drawing right then. I'm not great, but wow, I can draw now. I'd say the greatest pull in my life toward art is writing...anything...though I must draw sometimes along with making pretty pictures with my photos and computer graphic programs and record some of the songs the Lord blesses me with sometimes.
I've learned to deal with the fibro in different ways also. Turmeric and Pau d' Arco and vitamin B12 and a couple of other herbs help along with cutting out highly acidic foods from my diet and along with the occasional Excedrine(sp?) and staying away from people who don't understand fibro. Thanks for the helpful tips on dealing with it. I do not have that kind of self-control, but I will try to stay away from those kinds of foods. I've also heard that many find relief from guifenison (I think I'm spelling that wrong, but it's the stuff in Mucinex though I can't take anything time-released). It has to be a large dosage. I understand you can get gui from a pharmacist if asked. If you do some research, you'll see what I mean. Also, as fibro progresses, often people acquire something called interstitial cystitis. Should that happen, Prelief is a lifesaver.
Anyway, it's amazing how Jesus can use such adversity to bring about good things for us in our lives when the enemy means it for evil--Romans 8:28. He's just so wonderful that way. That's why I was so happy to see your painting that expressed your faith in it. Very cool! I knew there was something to that! :0). Thanks for sharing your journey into art. Oh, and you should know that all artists need to be at least a little obsessive. Otherwise, they just lose interest. So really that, too, is a good thing.
By the way, every summer, we get massive amounts of double rainbows that appear in the field out from our sliding glass backdoor. I don't blame you for being focused on them when you were a child. Being a musician yourself, you may understand and make the connection when I say here are some lyrics by Ebby Carlsson (sp?) that may apply:
He never promised pretty rainbows.
He never said there'd be no rain.
He only promised a heart full of singing
At the very thing that once brought pain.
Give them all
Give them all
Give them all to Jesus
Shattered dreams, wounded hearts, and broken toys.
Give them all
Give them all
Give them all to Jesus,
And He will turn your sorrows into joy.
Hope you have a great day!
What an awesome story. I don't know how you managed taking care of kids with this illness. I could barely take care of myself!
That's sweet! Thanks. I know what you mean... My husband was truly such a huge help and lots of tears and lots of prayers and lots of Jesus' strength alone. Now my sons are a big help with my grandchildren as well as my husband still. :O) Honestly, I have no idea how you are able to put out so many masterpieces...every week we get a blessing of yet another masterpiece. Amazing! I appreciate your work even more now. I was astounded by it before; now, like I said, I am amazed. At least we all understand why it is, if you should have a bad week, that you miss putting out another video of another wonderful painting. Thanks again for sharing your work with us.
Check you out! Cute school pic. Lisa, I too have fibromyalgia,along with rheumatoid arthritis,lupus,sjogrens and a host of comorbidities. It really sucks and does i pact how one goes about creating ones art. I started a fb group called artists with arthritis for anyone with chronic illness that struggle to create b/c of their illness,their families and caretakers. Its been a great support and outlet for me. You,gal, are a huge inspiration. So so sorry you have autoimmune issues. Love all you do.
I don't have fibromyalgia, about 3years ago I started passing out for no reason and had migraines nausea, anxiety, panic attacks, felt like I couldn't breath, various symptoms. long story shortened, I have been diagnosed with, bipolar, high blood pressure, chronic venous insufficiency, sleep apnea, bipedal edema, chronic migraines, hypothyroidism, IBS/ diarrhea, lack of control of bowels and bladder, diabetes, asthma, COPD, and depression/ anxiety disorder. So I totally understand not feeling well day to day and having to adhere to a special diet or feel sick.
My diabetes affects my eyes I have so many spots moving around its hard to focus on print in a book, that's why I like to use the computer to read, I can enlarge it. :) My diabetes also affects my immune system terribly and I almost always have a lung infection. The bottom of them don't work right. I had asthma as a child and it returned as I got older.
But I definitely do not want pity because, I deserve what I have. I smoked and drank heavily for years being an alcoholic. That was my downfall. I'm a recovering alcoholic now and haven't drank for a year and a half, but unfortunately I still have the effects. I take so many pills, prescription drugs which almost all say may cause drowsiness, so I'm tired and sleep between 10-18 hours a day, then because of IBS I spend a lot of my day in the bathroom. I am 41 and I have to wear depends, embarrassing lol but I care more about my testimony than about that stuff.
Jesus is my lord as well and I have been seeking him more and more and my depression has been lifting, I have been loosing weight, and my sugar, which was 800 when I was originally diagnosed, has finally come under control, well mostly. its between 100-180 now.
I drew in graphite before a bit and painted a little, found drawing easier, but missed color, so got into colored pencils, and I am hooked. I have a serious regiment of medication, I'm on a nebulizer 4 times a day and I'm on continuous 3 liters of oxygen to breath, and 2 inhalers, 3 types of insulin daily........ between sleeping and medicine and bathroom time, my day is short, time goes by way to quick to me, but with what I have I spend time with God and my family. I am homebound being on oxygen and not allowed to drive due to pass out and black out spells so I don't work. so with the left over time I'm either writing this book I was working on or drawing.
Art is my favorite though even over the writing and it's something I can do from home and am very excited to work towards that goal.
I really enjoyed your testimony, thank you. :)
Lisa, I have fibromyalgia, scoliosis, and arthritis as well and am an aspiring artist. I deal with depression on a daily basis as well as extreme pain. Your story completely inspires me. Thank you so much for sharing!💜💜💜
We have very similar stories! Art therapy I began last year, actually a whole year ago, painting since July, and drawing for the last two weeks. Art has literally changed my life. I am proud of you for pushing through your illness and creating a job for yourself that you can do despite having an illness, and glad to see you thriving. Thanks for all you do! P.S. I am Gluten Free Mama...or at least was. Founded it in 2006, sold in 2015. Maybe you have heard of my products and cookbooks. My daughter has celiac as well as my sister and I am sensitive. I also have Fibromyalgia, had mono as a teen and more. So I get it! God bless!
Lisa, you have been such an inspiration to me...I have painted/drawn all my life (I am 68 yrs old), badly, of course, but on clothes, furniture, etc. since I found your website, I have learned more than I ever did before. I didn't have a clue what I was doing, I just smeared paint around. My style is whimsical or outsider art...don't even know if that is right. Anyway, because of you, I have been encouraged to paint on canvas and for the first time, had the nerve to show some of my work on my Facebook posts. People really seem to like it and I actually sold one the other day. Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. You are an inspiration...❤️
Your story is very inspiring! I have Rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis and fibromyalgia. It was nice to hear your story and how you don’t feel bad about your illness, rather you see the good that came out of it!
Wow!! Amazing story; I’m in bed a lot from what I feel is fibromyalgia and I learn from you and draw. You really inspire me. Your videos are what I learn from. You’re so talented and amazing 😌
You Lisa are a STAR! and what makes it even better is that you just don't know how good your artwork is - and believe me you are very good :)
Aww thanks Jason! That means a lot coming from you!!
Just came across this after watching your tutorials for awhile! I have lifelong fibro/ME and more, and the past 5 years added severe CRPS from a foot surgery that left me mostly bedridden. Have always been artsy, but never really had the time/resources to learn to paint. Since being sort of indefinitely grounded, I've been trying to figure out things I can still do. Recently trying to learn to paint from YT, and yours is one of the main channels I've been watching. Still very much a beginner, but was just able to make a pretty piece with acrylics and pebble art for my husband for our anniversary! Have thought about trying to do art professionally, and this was very encouraging, thank you for sharing!
What a sweet inspirational story! Thank you for sharing it and for becoming an inspiration to me. I've been suffering from RA for 17 years now. My husband works long hours and also travels so I find myself alone and lonely at times but a few years ago I had knee surgery and during my rehabilitation, I was introduced to drawing and was very surprised of what I was able to do. Anyways, now the desire for making art has resurfaced and found myself watching all kinds of youtube videos on how to paint. right now I am using colored pencils but would like to work with acrylics too. I thank God for finding your channel and will pray that you continue to inspire many other people and for you to be restored to complete health.
Thank you for sharing I have ME, Arthritis, Marfan’s Syndrome and had a stroke last year at 37 so I get you. It’s so good that your shared how your diet make a difference. When I’ve been watching your videos since my stroke and they are fantastic I always thought you must be well because you are so successful and talented. My husband always wanted me to paint again because I did so in my twenties and after the stroke I freaked out because it was the part of the brain that affects creativity so when I got out of hospital I bought some paint and started it’s not the same but I feel blessed that I can still move my hands and walk I was very lucky. Listening to you has made me think about my diet because I have cut out sugar before and only used honey and it really almost took away the pain of the arthritis but I never thought about it helping my ME so thank you again. I was also brought up with a father with mental health problems who used control and nastyness on me. I ever told him I was raped when I was 13 and he just looked at me I tried to killed my self a year after that and he still never brought up the rape. When I was 8 I was in the car with my dad driving and my step uncle and auntie in the back of the car I was squashed next to my uncle and my dad sat and watched my uncle touch me I was trying to wriggle away when we got out the car I said dad he and my dad said yes I saw him be quiet you will upset your auntie and that was the end of that he never told me that it was wrong and didn’t give my uncle a row so I just was so confused. Ultimately my dad is a coward. I told my mum a year ago about the rape and the uncle 8n the car because I was getting PTSD I just assumed she knew but she didn’t and them she shouted at me because I should of told her a coand again I’m not after attention I’m just sharing maby to much you just helped me open up sorry if i said to much I can just relate. Love from Scotland x
I also have celiac disease. You are such an inspiration; thank you so much for sharing your story. I love your videos, and your techniques are very helpful for my own growth as an artist as well!
Lisa, thank you for sharing your story - it's so brave of you and so inspiring! I absolutely love your work and follow your art tutorials. I know this is a post from years ago but I just want to say how much I love how you generously share your tips and techniques. You are a gem!! Thank you sooooo much!
I have never met anyone else with AS, I am sooooooooooooo encouraged. I can't tell you how much this means to me so THANK YOU!! I also have CFS, Candida and Fibro and have been struggling the last 7 years. I also have depression and anxiety which I think I always had, but didn't realize it was not just circumstantial. I am inspired because, I kinda walked away from everything, Pintrest became my "art", collecting and release! Pretty sad let me tell you! My hands shake so it may be interesting, lol! People just don't get it, but you do !!!!!!!!!!!!!!! thank you for sharing and god bless you! You are beautiful in and out and your Art work is AMAZING!!!!
Kit Michel If your hands are shaky, look into doing a looser, more painterly style of painting. Closer to impressionism. This way you focus more on your lights and darks and shadows, but not so much with the actual details. A shaky hand actually works better for this style, plus its beautiful! :D Hope you get your symptoms under control, feel better!
Hi Lisa, Thank you for posting this video. I've been watching your videos for a few months now, since I first found them and I absolutely love them. You are always very inspiring, but your story just took it one step further. I wish you all the best. :)
+Victor Rodriguez Thanks :)
Hi Lisa, I am bed-bound with fibromyalgia and other conditions such as CHF. I began to draw on my ipad a couple of years ago in order to turn negative pain energy into something creative - I never knew I could draw, and have done many animals entirely for Charity. I now am attempting to sit out of bed when I can and do "real" media. It is painful, tiring etc but I am determined. I would love to do art as a job but I know consistency of provision would be a huge issue. Thank you for sharing your story!
Kyomii Brown Have you ever looked into Lyme Disease? It's commonly misdiagnosed as fibro. The testing for lyme isn't accurate at all.. Check out "under our skin" on hulu, it's free to watch.
Hi, no, never been tested for Lyme but interestingly, found a disease that can be borne from Lyme last week, as I have been struggling with vertigo and nausea - and the symptoms of it are very much in line with my situation, as it also causes congestive heart failure.
Just found it - it is called Mycoplasmosis - I am seriously considering raising it with my Doctor, as the symptoms are all I have experienced over the years.
I have all those symptoms, ended up with lyme, babesia, mycoplasma, rocky mountain spotted fever and relapsing fever. It took 4 years to find a doctor who figured it out. Lyme is so political and most doctors don't know much about it. I was told for years that I was just anxious and then they tried to tell me I had ms.
Watch that documentary before you look into it so you know what you're getting into. People with late stage lyme have to ussually seek out lyme literate drs "llmds" that will recognize and be able to diagnose it.
I'm so glad I discovered you - I have been an artist for years but I have recently been going through diagnosis and treatment of ankylosing spondylitis. Not sure if it's the same type of arthritis that you have but it affects the spine and causes extreme fatigue. It has caused me so much pain, recently forcing me to quit my job. I have started focusing more on my art - following your advice and tutorials has given me more confidence in my art and is helping me with my depression. Thank you for sharing your story and your talent!!!
That is what I have. It sucks! As long as I move around a lot and avoid carbs/sugar it's not unbearable most days. I sure do miss sleeping with a pillow though! I have to keep a pillow under my knees instead of my head now. It's just not the same haha.
+Lachri Fine Art Do you have fusion in your neck? I've started these drugs called biologics that are supposed to slow down its progression. It sucks that you have it too! I wouldn't wish this on anyone. kudos to you for avoiding sugar and carbs. I love fruit too much!
I won't take meds because the side effects. Fibro and meds don't mix well long term. If I keep moving a lot the fusion isn't bad. When I was in my late teens the arthritis started in my right wrist. The Drs told me to wear a brace assuming it was carpal tunnel. That is obviously the worst solution for this type of arthritis. My wrist/hand fused to the point where I couldn't move it at all and you could see the lump over the area the build up was. Once a different Dr told me to stop wearing the brace and to keep moving it, I was eventually able to break it up and have full motion with it now...I just can't do push ups lol. I have lost some mobility in my neck but it isn't terrible.
+Lachri Fine Art I've heard that about Fibro. I'm glad your wrist mobility came back! As an artist that must have been devastating. Doctors can be weird. It's great that you found something that works for you!
Thank you so much for sharing your story. It just goes to show that you cannot tell that someone is in pain by looking at them from the outside. My story is similar to yours. I was a sick kid, back and forth to doctors and spending a lot of time inside, even in the hospital. I always loved drawing and telling stories to myself while I did it. That was so entertaining for me :) I had Epilepsy since I was a baby, then later on got Mono, Lyme's, CFS and finally was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia in 2005. I even did raw vegan for a few months and I did find that I felt so much better. It is tough to stick to, though. So, over the years I have learned that sugar and grain are triggers for me. I am in a flare up right now probably because of that, so I'm dialing back again. A few years ago, well into adulthood, with kids and a husband, I decided to make a go of making a living at art. I had no idea what I was doing LOL...Did two shows and when the money didn't pour in, I got discouraged. This year, I am trying again and this time I am really trying to connect with people and be brutal about the quality of work I produce. I agree with what you said, us artist can be really sensitive. How great to have a mentor that is highly skilled and willing to give feedback.
Thank you for sharing Lisa. Always like your work and listening to you. I took up art at a young age. In my 30's my kidneys failed due to stress and prolonged high blood pressure. So, was forced to retire from my business which was in construction installing stair rails and custom cabinets for homes.
I got more serious in 2009 creating art and did pretty good at showing my works and selling them. i can say now i am a professional artis and that does feel good to of take-on an other profession. Yet I still have times when I'm down and tired. My feet and joints are starting to hurt and i have been in and out of the hospital for different reasons. It has been 5 years since i have picked up a brush but fortunately for me i can just get right back to painting with little difficulty. my father passed away a couple years ago and left me his homes. I'm fixing up the home I'm living in now and making a studio so i can paint again. I live in San Antonio, Texas. I have a newer artist web page i hope you will visit sometime. Keep up the good works! If you ever down in San Antonio I can introduce you to a few artist friends who are a some of the movers and shakers in South Texas of the art world.
www.AbrahamArtist.com
I've been following you for a long time now and happened uppon this older video. I would have never guessed you had these conditions. I'm currently battling with fibromyalgia and this video has really inspired me. Thank you for sharing something so personal.
This really touched me. I too became ill as a child with things like Scarlet Fever (lost some hearing there), mono and that was closely followed by Shingles. I spent a lot of time doing many art forms then. Grew up, became a mom (4x) lol, became a nurse and loved life. At 40 plus, all hell broke loose. Fibro, chronic fatigue and reflex sympathetic dystrophy. Lost my career...however, this threw me back into art more for therapy than anything else. Now, ten years later...I love oils, colored pencil, etc. Love how you see the positive in it all, as I try to do as well. Love having such a talented artist as yourself to watch and gain inspiration from...thanks for all you do
Stephanie Holden I don't know what we would do without art to get us through those bad times!!
Like so many others, I too have fibromyalgia (45 years!) and spondylosis. I have managed to paint or draw intermittently throughout. I realised a long time ago that you are what you eat. If I eat healthily my symptoms reduce, but this is not always achievable. I LIKE an odd glass of wine or unhealthy treat. The important thing is to live the best life you can and enjoy what you do. You are an inspiration so keep up the good work.
I always appreciate stories about how people still do what they want while dealing with illnesses. I had a good childhood, but I have been sick my entire adult life. I was so excited and planned years in advance all the different ways I could become a field biologist, so at 17 it was only a matter of picking one of those awesome starting points. I was super focused. But because of finances I waited a year after high school and during that year I got a painful stomach condition called gastroparesis. Months later I developed postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS--a neurological disorder that effects the cardiovascular system), and I dealt with college by myself for a while before I was too ridiculously sick and moved back with my parents, where I still am at age 27, and with more medical issues that interconnect, including muscle issues like my arm cramping if I hold it above horizontal for a while. If I could've seen the future, I would've double majored with biology (my dream option) and art (the fun option, and the one that would be most useful if I wasn't healthy enough for my dream option). I also write for fun, but when I'm feeling a certain level of unwell I can't keep track of complex ideas, so art has been the more feasible hobby. Now I'm at Library and CZcams Art School ;-)
Lisa,
Thank you very much for sharing your story with such intimate details. Your work is extraordinary and your dedication and true love for art are amazing. Great teaching classes is an invaluable way of helping people that you do not even know!....you are an inspiration to us all and a real living hero.
You are so sweet.
It is a Success Story.
You have been through much pain (physically and mentally) and yet you became an excellent artist.
I guess you make the saying (Rosy Roads are Filled with Thorns) so true.
May you always be as vivid as you are... and may your illness vanish by a miracle!
All the best!
It's so amazing how some of the negative things in our lives turns out to be the journey or the path that leads us to the perfect plan for our lives. Now your helping & teaching others to do what may have been only a dream. Thank you for sharing,
I feel you! I had Crohn's that took a while to diagnose. I was prescribed high doses of prednisone for several years that got me into remission but it turned my bones into filigree that started caving in on itself and twisting my spine. None of my doctors thought to do a baseline bone test and monitor my bone density, so I didn't know until so much damage was done. The damage to my bones made me 2" shorter, clumsier, gave me near constant back pain and cramping in my legs. My legs are also different lengths and I need to wear lifts in my right shoes. I'm a lawyer now, and even went to law school while I was sick. I now have a part-time job as an attorney working with low-income clients. It doesn't pay well, but it suits my life and needs very well.
I have only been painting watercolor for less than a year, but I love it so much. And I love watching your videos. You are so professional, you share so generously, and you make a living creating art! I take a lot of inspiration from you. I can't wait until I have created an original painting good enough to send to you for a critique. Thank you for your great videos. I'm a fan!
Lisa your story is so uncanny to mine its eerie. Ive been sick since a young age, always holed up in my room because of being ill- my most favorite thing to do was draw and create art. I ended up being diagnosed with Fibromyalgia at 11 years old which is usually unheard of, I also suffered from several stomach issues. Pain waxed and waned over the years as did other health problems but I always had my art. I'm now 29 and still deal with bad days but my release is always painting or drawing. I have continually fought with what I should do as a career because around here in NewEngland being an artist as a way of living is nearly impossible, but Im still plugging along and hopefully someday I'll be selling my art like you. Thank you for your story!
Lisa, thank you for taking the time to share your story. It pulled me up . So often while watching your art videos, I’d catch myself think, I wish I was like Lisa ! I have my own physical problems, and when bedridden I watch your videos. I’ve learned so much, thank you
This really touched me as the reason I started painting is from health problems, sugars make my back pain worse as well. Still seeing a doc to figure it out. Thank you for sharing :).
Thank you for this video Lisa! Art has always held a special place in my heart but my life took a different path. My parents pushed me to take the traditional college route and, because of that, I never pursued art the way I would have wanted to. My dream life is the one you are living. I hope to one day have my skill level up to where I can earn a living creating works of art. You are such an inspiration, truly. I have been watching your tutorials and assuming that you had attended some prestigious school and earned a degree in fine art because of the level of skill your work demonstrates. Only now, after hearing your story, do I realize that you reached this level of mastery without formal training. That gives me so much hope. I would like to be proficient in many medias but I have always been drawn to oils. I'm 32 and have just taken steps to give myself more free time from work so I can focus on improving my skills. Do you have any advice that may be helpful in attaining my ultimate goal of making my living as an artist as you do?
Hi Lisa! Many thanks for your video. I watch it in 2018, when you have already become a successful artist. I was glad to hear the story of your life, and I am happy that everything went well with you. You are a very cool, positive girl, you share your experience and your positive energy with everyone around you. I adore your channel, your videos and your works. Best wishes to you!
Thank you so much for sharing your story. I am in the midst of a health crisis and I am finding my talent in art that I forget I even had. I appreciate you being so transparent and sharing your journey with us🙏🏾💙
Sitting here in tears! Thank you for sharing. I too suffer from fibromyalgia (I refuse to capitalize this horrible problem I have ) To make a long story short, I have went through much of the same problems. I knew I felt a closeness to you for some reason. I would sketch when I was 11 but felt I wasn't worthy of doing anything like that. I am in my late 50s and on a new journey in art.
I'm touched by your story of how you got where you are; thanks for sharing that so openly. So many difficult things in my life eventually led me to begin drawing, ....albeit not until the age of 64!...but it's so wonderful to wake up everyday with something to truly look forward to. Hugs
Just found you after someone on Jason Morgan's fb page suggested I find you as I'm a new oil painter but not new to painting. Have studied with Jerry Yarnell for years. I'm 62 and have lupus ra and fibro so painting is my therapy. I so want to become better and do wildlife and pet portraits. Thank you so much!
thank you posting this video... you are a very interesting and talented woman, plus brave to share something so personal... keep up the great and amazing art work!
It's funny how things work out and it's obvious you are not bitter. And why would you be - you are gifted. We share prolonged health issues - I have chronic back pain and I have tried all the modalities to rid myself of the pain including back surgery. I still take a narcotic for pain but I do fell better and I have learned to live with it. The ONLY natural pain relief I have experienced is through yoga. If I do it regularly the pain does subside. I'm suggesting this with the thought that maybe I can help you this time instead of you helping me. I think I'm gonna paint a rainbow today.
_For any arthritis you can try garlic and milk decoction.You can make it by putting 5 grams of garlic in 250ml milk and 250ml water.Now the total liquid is 500ml.Then boil it slowly on low flame,when it get reduced to 250ml let it cool and drink it.If you do not want to use 5gram of garlic then just start with 2-3 cloves of garlic.Drink this for 3 days then take a break for 2 days then again drink it for 3 days.Drink this for a couple of months you will definitely see an improvement.This method is 100% natural.Thank you so much for all of your videos and support._
What an awesome story! Im at that point where I'm going to college but nothing seems to be working out and hopefully ill have a happy ending like you did! Im seriously demanding that you vlog more because it was really cool to hear you talk for more than an intro (other than critiques) lol!
P.S. Your "set" was so cool with your paintings behind you!
Thanks :D I'm planning on weekly vlogs. My "set" is my futon and the quilt I made haha.
So glad you got through the hard times to discover the love and obsession and satisfaction of being a fine art artist. Love you work. You have a special gift for instruction so I'm super glad you started posting online. We are blessed by your instruction.
Hey Lisa. I just watched your video. Very touching, inspirational story. I just wanted to let you know that I have AS and maybe another autoimmune disease (but definitely have AS like you), and about a year ago, it just overtook me. I could do NOTHING. I was in so much pain, couldn't work anymore, couldn't do very much of anything really. During that time, I started watching CZcams, and I saw "Lachri Fine Art" videos, "Jeff Watts" videos, "The Portrait Artist" videos, and a few more. I was so inspirited by what you did. It touched something in me, changed something, and I was inspired-inspired to try drawing and painting. I got a pencil and paper and just went at it, and I found that my whole attitude changed. It was very healing. So in an indirect way, you've helped someone else with a similar problem. Since this is public, I debated wether to post this but I suppose it doesn't matter.
Anyway, I thought I should just post this and say thank you very much. =) I'm kind of intrigued by your vegan diet method. I haven't tried that, yet. I taken a medication called Enbrel, and it has done wonders for me. It's amazing. I don't know if you've tried it, but I would definitely recommend it because it has worked so well for myself. It's helped with my energy levels. I totally know what you mean about being SOOOOO TIRED. I went so long without knowing what was wrong with me and just had to push through every day. I had to go through law school like that, crawling up the uni stairs when my knees were the size of watermelons from the inflammation. No bueno. But Enbrel has really changed everything. It's not perfect, but maybe it's worth a try? But drawing has also helped, so thank you for that. =)
+Christopher Funk Thank you so much for sharing! I'm glad you're feeling better :D
Haha. Thank you, Lisa!! I'm glad you're doing so well, too. 😊 Maybe you wouldn't want to but your show would be perfect on PBS. Would be a step or two up compared to the others …
Ha... bless your heart Lisa.
You tickle me... 😅 you're so sweet!!
2014 was when I discovered the raw vegan for good health life style myself.
At my age I had began to start having digestive issues... so I started out JUICING... "with" an ALOE VERA leaf in my raw juices made in my NINJA blender. In just about 3 months my ulcer HEALED right up... and the juices started FLUSHING OUT all the toxic JUNK that we call FOOD.
NOW I STILL do RAW juicing on a monthly basis at least... because we as "cooked food" eating human beings just simply "can not" get away from cooked food... especially in the winter months.
God bless you Lisa & your family.
Sincerely... a friend, Betty. 😁
I am so glad I found you! I too have Fibro and arthritis and am in a great deal of pain. I'm over 50 yo and my diet isn't great. I love crafting and mixed media which lets me concentrate on beauty and color and I forget about my pain for a while. I have a full-time job with flexible hours, yet I'm wondering how long I can keep up. Your video was inspiring. Thanks for the diet tip. I am adding walking and simple yoga stretched to my routine to help get rid of the pain. Many blessings to you.
I also have a simular story. I also have Fibro and other issues and got back into my art because its so debilitating. . Its amazing how you keep going. Kudos for you for not letting its get you down!
As a type 1 diabetic who fell into drawing through complications from my disease, this is such a great video. It's nice to know other people make troubled life work through their artwork.
This is the strangest story to me. I got very sick a year ago with a mono like virus and never got better. I used to stay inside all the time and just paint as a kid, last year I was diagnosed with CFS and chronic migraine this year I'm doing animal care in college (like last year of USA high school) so I can definitely say I can relate! I hope I can be as good as you, you're an inspiration to me :)
+chloe downes thank you very much, same to you too! :)
+TheHawki235 Oh my, you are so young to have CFS. It is life changing to be sure. I was a "young 48" when it hit me (fibromyalgia and CFS) and I went from feeling 35 to feeling 85. One very difficult part about having these illnesses too is that they are invisible -- people do not understand how you can be very sick and look okay so they believe it is largely in your head and attitude...omg. I would not wish it on my worst enemy. I am so sorry this happened to you, but especially so young. I hope doctors are able to help you some. I wish you well.
+Karen M thank you, one thing that is good about it hitting me so young is that recovery is quite highly likely :) I've been getting better slowly since medication for migraines recently too. I wish you all the best :)
I wondered about that... if being young would make it easier to recover. I am very glad to hear it. :)
+Karen M you never feel like you're going to recover and a good fact is that most people do recover even if it's just slightly :) make sure you're checked out for anything else like pots and migraine and such as they're invisible and they don't really show up on normal tests. People with invisible illnesses are so strong, good luck :)
Wow ur story really motivated me. When u said u were not the best but still loved painting in childhood and also how ur sickness undermined ur life still u keep on producing such beautiful art inspires me.
Great story. About your wanting to paint rainbows for a while, then horses and finally sea life; actually that truly *was* a sign of the artist you would become. Artists often do find themselves being drawn to certain themes throughout their artistic careers whether its objects or colors(Picaso with his color periods etc).
I'm glad you've found a way to work through your Fibromyalgia. ❤❤
Love your passion for art! Thank you for sharing your journey. My husband is a doctor of Nutrition and Chiropractic and I always enjoy hearing stories of people find health through natural means. Keep it up.
I'm pretty sure I was born with a set of colored pencils in my hand, now I paint in all mediums. Going to share your channel with my sister-in-law whom can never find enough time to paint either. :)
Thank you for sharing your story. I loved your work before watching the story of how you ended up becoming an artist but now I have even more respect for you.
I was obsessed with drawing rainbows too. I would always put my art supplies in rainbow order. Also decided to start studying art seriously when I was 19. Love your story thanks for sharing! I'm with you on the sleep thing.
Wow! Wasn’t going to comment because I too don’t like the pity factor, but it seems as though you have a lot of us as followers! I too have Fibro. Although I doubt that I have celiacs, I do have Evans Syndrome and a couple others. Since I have stopped working I have been taking advantage of this time to sketch and draw. I have watched your videos for over a year now and just came upon this older one! I would never have guessed! It’s crazy how you have crossed so many of our paths!! Thanks for sharing your story! Several people have told me that going vegan is what has helped them the most. You have inspired me to try it. Thanks!
Wow. That's an amazing testimony! I'm so happy for you, and I will pass this story along to my daughter who is a talented musician who has had her own struggles with depression, bullying, and personal need for isolation. I'm so glad you persevered. Thank you so much Lisa for your bravery and love!
Thank you for sharing your story because I totally relate. Systemic lupus with RA kept me home and I decided to go back to painting, Painting with all those beautiful colors brings me so much peace,
I'm glad you found painting again! It can be a real life saver!