Building community as an artist | Finding your art community

This is a great topic to touch on. A real game changer! Thank you for sharing your thoughts and journey.😊

Not only is it a good idea to be part of a community of artists; it is essential. Creative people tend to spend too much time alone while working on our craft. We need someone to get us out of our heads 😂

I'm a self-taught drummer with a similar story to yours (went all the way down a different career path until I couldn't take it anymore). Two years ago, at the age of 30, I decided to learn jazz and get to play with other people. I was terrified at first, but I started going to jam sessions and meeting other musicians who were extremely welcoming and supportive. I've learned a lot from them and I gradually started getting positive feedback. Now I play regularly with a few of those musicians and it's getting better each day :) The best part? They are nowhere as critical of my performance as I am...they are just happy to make music with me. That's the beauty of community.

Great video and I'm so glad I found your channel. Thanks for sharing your insights!

Lovely, thanks for sharing as always. ❤

One of my favorite parts of the gallery that I am in is that the artist get together on Saturdays at the gallery to hang out and paint.

Your work is such an inspiration! As a fellow PhD without an art background like you, it's incredibly encouraging to see your success.

Yes! Taking classes is a great way to form a community! I'm an art teacher and one of my favorite things is when people in class to connect. I mostly teach beginner classes and I've seen beginner painters group up and encourage each other to keep up the practice, which can be really helpful when first starting a creative practice.

Ηi!! I am beginning again my art journey and you videos are so helpful!! I totally agree with building an art community! I am beginning this month art classes in my city and can't wait to meet other artists and exchange thoughts!!

say your comment about artist's works is the best way to find friends 😄