Can you really start a YouTube channel if you're a camera shy, awkward, introverted, totally non-YouTuber person? Apparently, you can. At least I have, and if I could do it, anyone can. 😆
In this video, I'm sharing my YouTube experience thus far (2 1/2 months in.) I talk about why I decided to start a YouTube channel, how I approached it, my various struggles, the mindset that let me overcome my shyness, what I've learned on the way, and my best advice + peptalk for other shy introverts who are curious about doing YouTube. I've got you. 🖤
I write a weekly newsletter about becoming a better creative, without burning out or going insane. Subscribe here: [ Ссылка ]
TIME STAMPS
00:00 - Intro
02:28 - Why are we camera shy?
03:43 - What led me to start this channel
07:25 - The value of video in isolated times + Being inspired by other YouTubers
10:09 - How I went about starting my YouTube channel
10:55 - Camera malfunction + a quick side story
11:38 - Doing research
13:24 - Practice filming in secret
15:05 - Some thoughts about perfectionism and beauty standards
16:13 - Starting small + taking baby steps
18:23 - Embracing being a beginner
19:47 - Impossible standards + Making a case for more relaxed, personal content
20:53 - How I managed to get over myself
22:40 - Breaking out of old habits & limiting beliefs
23:53 - Getting better at talking
25:00 - You are not too ugly/old/awkward/anything for YouTube
26:29 - The joy of editing, bloopers + using your insecurities to your advantage
30:03 - Conclusion + final tips
LINKS
YouTube resources:
Cathrin Manning: [ Ссылка ]
Think Media: [ Ссылка ]
Sorelle Amore: [ Ссылка ] (She also has a Skillshare class about YouTube: [ Ссылка ])
Some of my YouTube role models:
Arleesha Yetzer: [ Ссылка ] (She also has a Skillshare class about social media & content creation for artists: [ Ссылка ])
Fran Meneses: [ Ссылка ]
Liron Yanconsky: [ Ссылка ]
Jonna Jinton: [ Ссылка ]
Videos mentioned:
How painting helped me recover from burnout (and made me switch careers at age 37): [ Ссылка ]
Painting a house sparrow in watercolors: [ Ссылка ] (My very first video)
My journey as a self-taught artist: [ Ссылка ] (My second video.)
Watercolor vs. oils: Watercolorist tries oil for the first time: [ Ссылка ] (My first on-camera appearance + blooper reel)
ABOUT
Hi, I’m Louise: an artist, writer & creative solopreneur from Sweden. As a multi-passionate creative, I have spent my entire adult life avoiding traditional employment and instead making a living off of my art.
On this channel, I talk about everything I've learned along the way: About art making, creativity, mental health, and making a living as a creative. Dealing with perfectionism, fears, and overwhelm. Staying sane and productive among stress and distractions. And much more.
LEARN WITH ME
Pencil Sketching for Beginner Artists - A simple, stress-free roadmap to radically improve your sketching skills. In weeks, not years: [ Ссылка ]
Portrait Drawing for Beginners -
Learn how to draw any face you want, quickly, accurately, and in your own style: [ Ссылка ]
Watercolor For Absolute Beginners - Learn the basics of watercolor in a playful, relaxing, and non-intimidating way: [ Ссылка ]
Watercolor Birds - Learn all of my tips and tricks for painting birds in watercolor: [ Ссылка ]
SHOP MY ART
Fine art prints: [ Ссылка ]
Canvas prints: [ Ссылка ]
Originals: [ Ссылка ]
MUSIC
All music is from Epidemic Sound.
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