Uploaded November 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Introduction 00:00
Why goal-setting is important for artists 00:55
What does goal-setting look like for artists? 02:48
3 Major phases in an artist's journey 06:08
Can you believe 2024 is almost over? 😮
I want to encourage you to reflect on what you want to make happen next year, as well as how you can set yourself up now so that you can work toward those goals with greater ease.
In this video, I explain why it's important for artists to set goals, I provide specific examples to get ideas flowing and also share tips that will help you set meaningful ones.
I hope you find it helpful and, if you have any questions, feel free to leave them in the Comments below. 💙
► Join the $6 tier over on my Patreon to access this painting tutorial, along with 120+ real-time, fully-narrated sketching and watercolor classes (with downloadable outline sketches, reference photos and supply lists). patreon.com/c/erika_lancaster_artist
► Recommended Resources
Productivity Tips for Artists youtu.be/mg-an0H_Nvw
Steven Pressfield on Overcoming Resistance and the Value of Discipline Interview youtube.com/watch?v=NbZbtolNvT4
5 Essential Self-Care Tips for Artists and Creatives *Blog post erikalancaster.com/art-blog/5-essential-self-care-tips-for-artists-and-creatives
The Goldilocks Zone *Video youtu.be/FMHCrwkfZak
► Find my courses on Gumroad here:
erikalancasterartist.gumroad.com
► Find a list of my favorite art supplies here:
erikalancaster.com/favorite_art_supplies.html
► Access my full art courses over on Skillshare and get 1 *FREE* month to enjoy all sorts of amazing creative classes
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► Become an art email insider to receive special messages from me and resources to help you improve your sketching and watercolor skills:
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► Visit the Artist Merch Studio Shop for great gifts for artists and gear to help you stay inspired:
etsy.com/shop/artistmerchstudio
► Gear + Art Business Tools:
-Canon T6 EOS Rebel DSLR Camera
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-Manfrotto 196B-2 143BKT 2-Section Single Articulated Arm with Camera Bracket (Black) amzn.to/2l7HJ8j
-Yeti Microphone amzn.to/3PtzE9G
-LED Lights for Video Filming amzn.to/45JPfrd
-MacBook Pro 16 inch amzn.to/3sFavQe
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#artistproductivity #artadvice
Introduction 00:00
Why goal-setting is important for artists 00:55
What does goal-setting look like for artists? 02:48
3 Major phases in an artist's journey 06:08
Can you believe 2024 is almost over? 😮
I want to encourage you to reflect on what you want to make happen next year, as well as how you can set yourself up now so that you can work toward those goals with greater ease.
In this video, I explain why it's important for artists to set goals, I provide specific examples to get ideas flowing and also share tips that will help you set meaningful ones.
I hope you find it helpful and, if you have any questions, feel free to leave them in the Comments below. 💙
► Join the $6 tier over on my Patreon to access this painting tutorial, along with 120+ real-time, fully-narrated sketching and watercolor classes (with downloadable outline sketches, reference photos and supply lists). patreon.com/c/erika_lancaster_artist
► Recommended Resources
Productivity Tips for Artists youtu.be/mg-an0H_Nvw
Steven Pressfield on Overcoming Resistance and the Value of Discipline Interview youtube.com/watch?v=NbZbtolNvT4
5 Essential Self-Care Tips for Artists and Creatives *Blog post erikalancaster.com/art-blog/5-essential-self-care-tips-for-artists-and-creatives
The Goldilocks Zone *Video youtu.be/FMHCrwkfZak
► Find my courses on Gumroad here:
erikalancasterartist.gumroad.com
► Find a list of my favorite art supplies here:
erikalancaster.com/favorite_art_supplies.html
► Access my full art courses over on Skillshare and get 1 *FREE* month to enjoy all sorts of amazing creative classes
skillshare.com/en/r/user/erika_lancaster_artist?gr_tch_ref=on&gr_trp=on
► Become an art email insider to receive special messages from me and resources to help you improve your sketching and watercolor skills:
https://lancaster-e85-gmail-com.ck.page/d32ef80353
► Visit the Artist Merch Studio Shop for great gifts for artists and gear to help you stay inspired:
etsy.com/shop/artistmerchstudio
► Gear + Art Business Tools:
-Canon T6 EOS Rebel DSLR Camera
amzn.to/2Xt69HY
-Manfrotto 196B-2 143BKT 2-Section Single Articulated Arm with Camera Bracket (Black) amzn.to/2l7HJ8j
-Yeti Microphone amzn.to/3PtzE9G
-LED Lights for Video Filming amzn.to/45JPfrd
-MacBook Pro 16 inch amzn.to/3sFavQe
*Disclaimer: This channel is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. It is also a participant of Share-a-Sale, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for content creators to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Shareasale.com partner companies.
#artistproductivity #artadvice
