"Customizing Crap and Giving it Away" EXPOSED... 

THIS IS NOT PART 2 - but it is kinda "part 1.5" as it's a topic I wanted to discuss that was too far away from the purpose of the 'Exposing ZHC' thing. For those wondering, part 2 will come in a month or so, lots of work to do, I interviewed Zach and many others and want to take my time and do the right thing. Thank you for your patience ❤

LOL I thought I was going to get away with not getting exposed for customizing the toilet seat 😂 There is SUCH a balancing act on RU-vid especially I feel for artists and I’m so glad you bring it up and show that ie how your tutorial performed versus how other content does. I’m always getting comments like “just paint something, nothing fancy” but as soon as I do that…total flop (I painted a tiny canvas and it got less than half my usual views) I HAVE to have that hook and if I stray even a tiny bit from my usual content, it’ll flop. Thank you for starting the conversation and talking about this!

it's so sad that the last coloring tutorial was a fail in your books, i really liked that video and it's great for people who suck at alcohol markers like me

Do the most meta thing ever: let artists customize JAZZA and then walk around the town all bodypainted like a boss.

What I personally don’t understand the most about all the “customizing” products is like why can’t we just get custom/custom our own CASES for it instead of the product 😭 it’s literally the same thing, with way less risk even. I understand the whole “incentive”/attracting viewers idea, but still, just w h y 😭 just give the item and a custom case or something it hurts me mentally so much

I'm sorry for making ANOTHER comment, but something you mentioned resonates with me. The change - the way we are being forced to change. Its so hard. There's so much I wanna do, but it's not what the system wants! We as artists, already have tremendous pressure to maintain quality in our work, then editing and acting to make art fun! Couple all that with a system that rewards click bait/hype/expensive products, its demotivating. There's much I wanna do, but, I'm forced to jump on "hype" and avoid what I'm truly passionate about... to keep up. Our comment sections as you mentioned, change. We lose those "friends" we built (not subs, FRIENDS/Family), and gain these bland "give me that" comments. Look at Mr beast/ZHC. Comments are just clout chasers and people "begging" for a handout. Wheres the community?. Sorry for the rant. But , going through struggles with this system, you seem to always express how I feel! THAT is why you're my favourite Creator brother and why I look up to you!

It's so sad that the platform rewards clickbait. I honestly had no idea who ZHC was, but follow both Jazza and Chloe Rose Art (so awesome to see her pop in on this video) because I enjoy their authenticity.

Really liked the part you said about your "community disappearing" with the giveaway videos, and you're right, it was such a powerful message. With the giveaway videos, it really seems like art fans who used to watch slowly pull away, and you get random attention from so called "fans" who are only subbed to get free stuff, not for the actual art content.

It is a real shame “how to colour like a pro” video didn’t perform well. In my opinion it has been one of your best videos this year and I was so excited to see you make it. No joke the minute the video finished I picked up my sketch book and practiced what you had taught. Even watching it a second time to get my technique right. Your tutorial videos (for me) have always been your videos that have inspired me the most. Shaping me to be the artist I am today. Great video and conversation as always. Really gets you thinking!

I'm a silent subscriber most of the time but I watch almost every video. Even the coloring video was a great watch for me and even made me feel nostalgic, even if it may not perform like you wanted, the people who watch you to have fun while learning will always love these videos.

Honestly, RU-vid trends are usually much more boring than seeing an artist actually passionate about the project in their video. Never cared for these customizing fancy shit ones myself, but to each their own.

I like the fact jazza doesn’t lie about how he’s also done some similar content, when he’s criticizing Zach it shows jazza isn’t hating on Zach and actually has good intentions behind what he’s talking about

ZHC: "I don't want to go on camera to talk to you, I'm too nervous!" Also ZHC: *appears with Anthony Padilla like it's NBD*

I think that it is so much more sustainable, and rad AF, when artists customize random thrifted or found stuff, toys, murals and basically just making old things fking amazing again. Artists have to hustle enough, we shouldn't need to put our art on all this extraordinarily expensive shite to be validated. Thank you!!!

Really loving this series Jazza! Always so troubling from within when you're a creator/artist but you feel like you're at the service of the RU-vid algorithm.

Just like Ann, here's another Aussie initiating meaningful discourse on the direction RU-vid and content creation is taking. Nice to have a space for such conversation.

The problem with giving away expensive stuff constantly customized or not is the type of people those videos attract. Most loyal audiences will not suddenly turn into freebie hungry people- it's just that those videos attract those types of people and overwhelm the comment section. They drown out the voices of your loyal subscribers, the people who have stuck by you for years. Some may not even want to bother commenting because they know it won't be seen with the influx of "give me that free thing" comments. Those people boost a video's popularity and the content creator but in most cases they turn away loyal fans who care about the creator as a person.

I must admit, the only customize videos I watch are Moriah’s. I just like how you can tell she enjoys her own work and all her customized items are cheaper items and just for her own pleasure.

I learned alot from the "How to color like a pro" video and I really enjoyed watching it. Don't worry so much about pleasing sooo many people because there will always be others that believe and enjoy the same things you do.

I love this new introspection into art that Jazza has been coming out with. Sure, I love the fun silly little art challenges, but this is in a whole different world. Hearing Jazza speak about how the "peer pressure" was hitting him with the way YT was sending new users was really interesting and I look forward to more!

I feel like Tenhundred is an example of a youtuber who customizes expensive items the right way. He uses quality products that last and stays true to his style.

It's sad that the tutorials don't work. I enjoyed your previous one and I even wished it were longer. I watch all your video but never share (I know, I know) but that tutorial one, I shared it because I got real value. Anyway, i understand the struggle (really)

I remember watching ZHC's customizing videos with Rae and Chloe. I really liked seeing the different art styles using the same supplies but I remember wishing that Zack would show more of the artwork and the thought behind some of the beautiful pieces. Every time the art was shown on camera is was in a montage or something and was on screen for only a few seconds at a time. After watching a small hand full of ZHC's customizing videos I got bored and stopped watching because they were pretty much all the same.

I absolutely agree about the giveaways! All the comments were spammy. And I found myself just watching the videos for codes instead of actually enjoying the art! It became frustrating and tedious and I wasn’t even paying attention to the actual content itself. Sad to say I stopped watching your videos for a while during that time. But I’m so glad you’ve grown from that experience! ❤️

I love how transparent Jazza is. He’s like look I have to change with the algorithm but I’m gonna do it in a genuine transparent way. I’m not an artist myself but I appreciate the work and effort this whole process takes. Thanks for being an amazing creator Jazza!

Jazza: “But that’s just an observation. AN ART OBSERVATION!” MatPat: *narrows eyes* “… and cut!”

I’m actually thrilled you made another tutorial. Years ago I followed you for the tutorials and for how you seemed super enthusiastic about telling new artists that we can do great things without a lot of money or supplies. I admit I don’t watch your content as much anymore and I think part of that may be because it’s hard for me to watch any art youtubers with how performance focused everything is now. I really do appreciate what you’ve been doing to expose and improve the art community. I think it’s really needed.

The failed "Colouring 101" video was amazing. I shared it with freinds, specifically to my partners daughter-in-law who is an aspiring artist. More of that please!

Great conversation to have! I find myself constantly getting pulled back and forth between thinking "I need to make something more click-baity like these other channels" and "I just want to make what makes me happy". I have, for the most part, stuck with making what makes me happy and that means that my growth on this platform has been slower, but my audience feels very genuine and like they are with me for the long haul. I do realize that many large creators have an entire team they have to pay so that they can put food on the table!! That's a pressure that I do not have, so I have the luxury of not worrying too much when a video flops. I wish there was a way to fix that but for now I think we all just have to follow or own art compass and do what we think is best for our channel.

I must admit I admire Jazza more and more, over years staying a goofy, honorable, adorable and weirdly enough "mature" person! Inspiring and motivating others into their passions! Are you going to lead the RU-vid revolution army? Would follow you in a Heartbeat to change how people consume and value video content and their creators! See past the glitters of a fake attention given to the audience! Jazzarmy on its way!

This is exactly why I follow you. Meaningful content from the conscious and thoughtful person you are Jazza, but keeping it fun and entertaining always!

It’s interesting you bring up Veritasium and talk about “playing at the edge of truth”. He recently was “exposed” himself for being a sell out which had some interesting points to it. I don’t know if creatives can ever do RU-vid successfully and not sell out (whether by choice or by accident ) on the platform, some just fully embrace it.

This is really interesting because even though Jazzas community is really nice and friendly it is still huge and it’s easy to get drowned out. I’ve noticed that I prefer leaving comments on the TTT channels, because I feel more seen there (not necessarily by the creator alone but by the entire community) and since there are fewer comments it also feels like they have more substance. It’s great when hard working creators communities grow because they deserve it but it sucks that you can’t keep up with everyone

Hey, so this kind of feels like the perfect video to comment on, because I've wanted to say something for a long time but I didn't want it to come across like I was asking for anything. Something like seven years ago I stopped doing art because I thought that I was bad at it, and there was no point for me. Two years later, I was drawing a little bit here and there, not much, and going through a rough time at school, and I stumbled across one of your whiteout videos. Your enthusiasm was infectious, and it made me want to create so badly that I started seriously drawing again. It, along with your videos, helped me through a few painful years, and now art is a big chunk of my identity. LONG comment short (sorry) thanks for making these videos, because you gave me the incentive to push through years of discouragement, and I found something that I really love as a result.

I'm only halfway through the video and I'm really appreciating Jazza's honest candour about wanting to keep true to himself and the community he's built. It makes me respect him more that he doesn't want to just make content for the clicks, likes, and algorithm. Needless to say, he would always get mine.

I always thought it was kind of weird someone would always give away something expensive in every video they made. I was often suspicious of this and often didn't find them as appealing in the end. If a giveaway was to happen for a reason I would appreciate a giveaway by an artist where it's a small artwork of theirs. Something I would be able to adore every day on my wall instead of something that might be rubbing of the artwork from use.

I LOVE how Jazza doesn't want millions of 'fans' looking for free stuff, but instead he wants real fans who care about the work, time and his spirit as a creator. He wants fans who will support him not blindly but because they choose to, because they admire his work and can discuss as a community of people who respect all opinions and I think that is beautiful. He has maintained a massive audience without stopping that. Just one of the reasons why I love his content and always will. Keep it up Jazza another amazing video as always.😁😀

Sheesh, that last tutorial video that you made actually helped me improve my technique as an artist tons! Even if the algorithm bucks up against it, I would love to see a tutorial every now and then. It's super duper highly appreciated and really helps peeps like me get better!

I think there are some things that are fine to customise and actually really fun to do - like highly and crazily custom PC builds - or even custom made apple watch bands (rather than painted over bands). But custom tech - really durable proper custom tech can really only be seen being done by creative techies. And I think a problem with ArtTube customisation, is that creators aren’t always truly customising stuff, but just splashing paint over it.

Great video! I really appreciate hearing the honesty of "RU-vid is my platform and I have to work within the algorithm" but at the same time "I'm building a community and it's not worth it to compromise my values." Some great thoughts on a real dichotomy that doesn't only apply to RU-vid. Full disclosure, though, it was your custom thrift shop painting video that got me to your channel. I sooo want to do that myself.

Oh my goodness- I completely forgot about Jazza for a little and he looks so different- Guess I know what I’ll be doing for the day, catching up on everything I’ve missed whilst doing my Final for my Art Portfolio! (:

I hear you. I've been here for years, I've seen trends come and go. In a moment in time zack's videos were suggested to me but they never felt "real"/"from the heart". That's why even when you Jazza stumbled on your way, we could feel something was slightly off, we as a community waited, and you eventually self corrected! That's why I'm here since well before 3M and I've seen every blog (yes, I took the old challenge :) )and supported the channel with every box you've put out. You've changed my relationship with art by giving it fertile ground to explore again! Thanks and keep up the good work, while taking care of yourself, off course!

it's really cool to hear you talk about moving a bit away from the give away nature of the platform because you felt it drove away part of your community vibe you enjoyed, because I have to admit it's that sort of content that did veer me away from your channel for a while, and I'm only just now getting more and more engaged in your videos again.

I feel like it's also a metaphor for how society works in general these days. Projecting a fake image, focusing on money and what sells, a gradual reduction in authenticity that cannot compete with mass production and social pressures. I enjoy watching your videos because they make me laugh. Even when you try these 'mainstream' trends, there is always a "Jazza" twist to it, and I think the self-awareness you show also makes a difference because it feels more honest. It's what has kept me coming back regardless of whatever new thing you try, because there's always that down to earth self-awareness you communicate perfectly through humour which I thoroughly enjoy watching. It takes courage to publically speak out about these issues, and I take my hat off to you for addressing it. It shows me you're a truly genuine creator and value both what you create and your fans (not that we weren't already aware anyway, but it's refreshing to see regardless). I think it's truly a shame that to survive on this platform one has to often concede their morals. Glad you've opened this into a conversation people need to have.

the part about losing the community was really accurate, I did stop watching you for a long time once I started seeing all the giveaways n stuff, cuz I thought you were heading that direction and never looking back, but im really glad you came back, and are talking about all these things about the more increasingly superficial RU-vid, even if its really hard to work with.

I personally found the coloring with alcohol markers tutorial extremely helpful! Makes me sad that greedy viewers are driving views these days. People don't wanna work hard and feel good about being able to buy themselves things anymore it seems to me...

This got a subscribe from me. Your genuine-ness and actual joy in creating was always evident, but the way you express yourself here is actually inspiring. So I'm here to cheer you on in keeping on being your true and authentic self.

I agree that giveaway content is a huge turn-off for me, and I end up skipping "customizing" videos because of that -- they're almost guaranteed to be shallow, a tiny percentage of the actual video, and the tone is annoying as hell because the artist turns into a show host/hype beast, and their actual personality and what gives them their uniqueness and authenticity disappears as they constantly try to out-do their activity, their editing, and their presentation. I also never want to personally contribute to shaping the algorithm into pushing creators to do giveaway content. It feels so unhealthy for everyone involved, and it's a breeding ground for scams. I'll give my fave creators the benefit of the doubt should I see a title and thumbnail hinting at that giveaway content, though, and as long as it's not truly a turn into that direction, I'll give 'em love and support the direction I prefer to see: an emphasis on fun, creativity, and community.

This is one of the reasons I've stayed subscribed over the years, even when some of the videos weren't my cup of tea: Because you, Jazza, have always been so honest and transparent. You don't ever deny using certain tactics or making changes to grow your channel or just stay relevant. You recognize that some of this stuff can come off as "fake", but in my eyes, you've always been "community first", and that's why we (or at least, I) understand. We want you to keep making videos. Even if a certain video subject doesn't particularly interest me, I enjoy watching you create and joke and learn different mediums/techniques. Keep it up, Jazza. We're all here behind you :]

I'm grateful that you're being transparent with us. As an artist myself, I see fellow art friends chasing after likes and comments and followers on different platforms, some of them forgetting why they started creating in the first place. Its really sad that they become consumed by the numbers and start to hate the thing that gave them so much joy.

I really love the honestly! It's so interesting to see into the trends and pressures that RU-vidrs face. Even just acknowledging this adds a wonderful authenticity to your content

I love watching everything that you have done. The growth and how you have been able to adapt is awesome! I like that there are not only good artists, but good people. Keep on keeping on!

One thing that concerns me about customisation content, especially on electronic goods, is the way it's going to void the warranty of the product. If that product goes wrong, people are going to be stuck with a massive bill to get it fixed, probably destroying the artwork in the process, or be left with something that looks good but has no practical purpose anymore.

It's definitely been interesting to see you grow and mature through so many phases of art and media creation. I can only assume that now that you're really kind of a ceo of a new business that rides or dies on the success of creative ideas, it's massively stressful. it's not as easy to do fun little things, or spend hours streaming and drawing for the community. Now, you've gotta make sure money is being made to support your family and families of those who are working with you. You've got a great shop, and I'll always hope that that does well so that you can keep doing what you love and aren't a slave to trends. I have to say, i've enjoyed your content the most when it's been the most genuine, and the farthest from the trends. I just want to see amazing and ambitious art, and i'm willing be loyal and faithful to support you in the hopes that you'll find time for the fun stuff

Dude, you said it. It really is more about having people ACTUALLY care about the art and having fun. This is why you're one of the coolest RU-vidrs, Jazza! ;)

It’s fun that customizing is a big thing, now; however, when I was customizing my own items in the 80s and 90s, it was mocked. Sometimes, people need to make art on whatever is available. I am glad it is trendy, but I hate the artificiality of many channels.

Ah man, it's such a shame that your most recent "tutorial" video didn't get the metrics you were looking for. It's always been some of my favorite stuff you've done, and youtube is basically telling you that you can't do that sort of material anymore. Big bummer lol. That being said I enjoy all of your content, but I just have a soft spot for those. So keep doing what you're doing!

Thank you ♡ it was yuk, as a family we got turned off & stopped watching for a bit - we were so grateful & happy, when you returned back to your content that drew us too you. We wanted the funny, art, creativity & challenges. To this day we still think the funniest was the speed up bob ross ones. Please stay true & don't follow the trends - or at least do the aussie ' take the piss' style approach. But again, thank you for recognising it is yuk & you were loosing us a bit. Integrity is actually incredibly important. Stay true.

I am gonna say I kinda drifted off awhile ago, not because of anything particular. But I'm coming back and watching all of them again and I love your channel. You're truly one of the most creative, talented and "real" people I've come across. It's easy to connect to your videos. Thank you for making them. 💛

Jazza , you have helped me so much with youre videos from rediscoving my love for drawing and deciding that I wanted to make graphic novels. I hope one day you can read them, I took a long break from drawing and you’re channel for abit because I suffered an injury to my hand and I could barely hold a pencil, I was so upset I couldn’t watch anything art related, now I’m better! drawing again and glad to be watching you again!

Not an artist myself, however, I came to this channel because of the content and I shall stay for the content. I dislike how youtube has made it difficult for you and many other artist to put out quality content you are passionate about. To all artist: we love the content and keep doing what you love! Regardless of youtube, I love to watch you be passionate about your craft!

Jazza is the only creator that I know that can feed the algorithm Gods without selling his soul. Much respect 👍🏽

Man. These "exposed" videos have turned into a documentary. I, kinda, can wait for the second part 😬. Jazza's been hitting all kinds of angles when it comes to entertainment. Well done sir...well done

I was not a subscriber. I only watched every now and then…but because of the integrity you demonstrate in this video, I’m now a subscriber. I know this is 11 months after this video went live, but please don’t become a RU-vid monster!

I like when people customise things for their own enjoyment and you can tell they actually care With ZHC it feels sorta dead however

Well, even if it was apparently a "flop" by algorithm standards, I enjoyed the coloring tutorial vid!

I found you a few weeks ago, and I have to say I've just really enjoyed your content, your personality and your passion. Even on a video a year old like this, I'm finding myself working through all your content just enjoying everything. Without any request for products or giveaways, I look forward to getting another video and I am so grateful you choose to do this, so thank you so much 🙌🏻

I've looked up to you for a while now! As an artist and as a creator, I, like many others, resonate with what you said-- because it's the truth. It's not just on RU-vid either, but on TikTok, Twitter, Twitch, and almost every single platform nowadays. This is especially true for new creators because the bar is set so high. However, creators that have been on the platform for a while, especially those that are full-time, don't have it any easier either because of that very pressure to change into what the algorithm wants while also somehow still staying true to the content they and their community enjoy.

The way jazza views the shole situation so objectively he exposes and explains HIS OWN experience and the way the real problem is the Algorithm and the way RU-vidrs handle it. Respect

I absolutely LOVED the recent tutorial you did for your Artist Collection!! Its one of the few art videos recently thats kept my attention the whole way through and stuck with me, content where youre actually being taught is so incredibly valuable since this "clickbait giveaway" scene invaded the art community. Its incredibly difficult managing income vs not pandering to the algorythm, but it really warmed my heart to see a alchohol marker tutorial from you considering those are the exact types of videos that made me fall in love with art youtube back in 2015

Really enjoyed this video. As a creative it can feel discouraging to see the trends and not feel good about going with them. For me it’s always been important that I stick to that, and do what I can. I love how you put it- you want to have a community of people and make content you are passionate about. But at the end of the day this is a job for you. As an artist and writer this was amazing. Thanks for sharing!

Jazza, I’m in love with this video of yours, one for the sheer rawness and authenticity. I remember seeing your video where you open up about the algorithm troubles. You have been a positive force in my life for giving me the courage to pursue new styles of art without being too judgmental. You taught me its ok to screw up ,but its always important toget out of your comfort zone & try. Thank you for being you.

"All it took was compromising my values!", that hit really hard. In my mind what I heard was "One step closer to burnout!". :( What I want is for the creator to do his own thing, because as long they enjoy what they are doing, people will follow them. Might take time, but the community they build, is theirs. Thank you for the honest view. Your experience is fascinating. I really like when you pull out the curtain a bit and reveal the "data side" of youtube. It's really interesting and depressing at times (I love tutorials, but youtube doesn't....) In the end of the day, as much as I hate it, youtube is a business, and youtube will change the AI for what is better for them and not the creator. But, I hope the creators in the art community continue strong, finding balance and doing what they enjoy and inspires them.

This may be the most anticipated video of 2021. Thank you Jazza for going out on a limb and bringing everything to light in your professional opinion and way.

i've followed your channel for some years now, my family also in particular my 11 year old daughter who is a VERY talented little artist. We love to watch your content are inspired by it and learn loads. I still watch a lot of your older content when I need help with how to.... whatever it might be art related. I just want to say that I appreciate how genuine you are and even though you do have to keep up with what is going on in the youtube trends you always approach everything with a certain honesty that i really like and it keeps me around. thanks and keep doing you jazza!

Love you and your opinions! Agree wholeheartedly and I think you do a great job “walking the line”. I’ll still watch your channel with or without clickbait items - so to speak. You are a great artist and have a great sense of humor.

To be honest, I do believe that ZHC is somewhat enjoying doing the art but I think he was also inspired and motivated by trends, the clicks, money and more that make him produce content like this now :/ (This is just my opinion btw, I'm not really upset or happy at ZHC but I'm just sharing this from what I understood from here)

I was trying to explain to someone the other day why a lot of the "giveaway" videos make feel gross and I usually skip them. It feels like creators are essentially buying interaction and taking advantage of this "gimme" culture. People who enter these don't even necessarily want the items being given away. It just, all over has a really icky feeling. I love your tutorials. My son is a budding artist and he loved your last coloring tutorial.

I'm really glad you are putting this all together it's really telling and what ppl have been saying for while

Im really glad to subscribe to you, you give me the old sense of youtube that is mostly lost. Keep up!

I really appreciate you addressing these issues, not just in the art community, but in RU-vid as a whole. I also love your willingness to admit your own mistakes and your desire to improve yourself and create genuine contact. You rock, Jazza!

the fact RU-vid tells creator that "tutorials" aren't working and they should not do it... is really bad. Not everyone can afford skillshae or other platafforms, and some of us do relly on free tuorials to learn stuff we want to learn. Internet this thays looks like nobody is allowd to be poor, if you don't have money to pay for every thing, you should go away from the comunity.

This is why I love your channel. Your doing this because you love it and you are so talented. You inspire so many people to learn and grow in different mediums. Thank you for everything that you do.

Jazza, you’re such a mature and great person, for you to know you went into a direction that benefited you but not in the right way according to you, is simply satisfying and makes me happy. You’re definitely a good person and I’m so grateful to be your supporter knowing that you are here with passion and not greed💜👏 And even though you may not be as big (according to you) as another youtuber, you make your viewers STAY for YOU and that’s what counts, the impact and impressions you leave on us. Flexing may get you the views but those people will eventually get bored of that content and leave, however on your channel, we’re here for YOU, your personality, your team, your passion, your art, that’s what makes us stay and that’s what will make you grow more. So thank you for being you💜

I have nothing but the upmost respect for this man. He has inspired me to be the artist I have always wanted to be. My wife and i spend hours enjoying and laughing at all his content. Love you jazza, you saved me.

I feel like in this period of yt where trends and plagiarism is taking over, it is important for people to do what they want and enjoy doing. We are very thankful for the content you are providing us with Jazza, and I personally hope you live it however it makes you happy : )

I love your art and as an artist I feel the same way about giving items away for the likes. It does feel icky and I feel for you. We all have to go on that journey at some point and decide if this really is the way you want your artistic lifestyle to go. I love watching creators like yourself have fun with your art and your fearlessness at showing the hiccups. I have learned so much from you, thank you!

I’ve been very busy trying to grow my dance business therefore I’ve fallen away from watching too much entertainment, BUT I’ve always loved watching your stuff and very much enjoyed your content Jazza. So while catching up I stumbled upon this and just have one thing to say… RESPECT! You’re such an inspiration in so many different ways. Thank you for being genuinely you, you’re a boss. (Not that you need me to tell you that. Lol) Keep it up, from the States ~ David

Never expected something like this from Jazza and I'm honestly a lil nervous since I'm not one for controversy. But for some reason knowing that you're the one leading this makes me believe that this will turn out to he a healthy conversation starter for the art community 🥰 Love ya Jazza!

Oh no, I can't believe the video about color did so bad...! I was super excited for it, Jazza is such an amazing artists and being able to learn some of his techniques was great. RU-vid sucks... Jazza, please never change and fully replace the creativity with the soulless mess the algorythem favours! I love his content because it always feels so genuine and fun. As an artist myself, it's also super inspiring ♥

I've watched a couple of your videos now and what I like about you is that you're genuine. This is a hard trait to come by and very few have it. Even with all your production, editing and endless supply of art supplies you still seem genuine. This will take you further than any click bait gimmick that is coming down the pike. Keep being you Jazza and we'll keep watching.

Your are amazing Jazza! Never sway away from your principles! I believe the thrift shop costumazition was amazing for example, an appreciation of art and creativity on the spot

Just want to say this comment section makes me so happy :) there are so many people using it as it should be used and opening discussions based on the video, and really leaving their genuine thoughts. THIS is what art communities should be like💜

I've rarely ever been THIS invested in a video series. To the point I've waited for this video in anticipation. Edit - This is nay part 2. But, I dont mind... this is still going to be a great video. 😁

jazza this is exactly why i love your channel!! thank you for everything you bring us it is much more than iPhones and airPods!!!

I always love seeing your content. I have learned a lot from you over the years and do look forward learning more. it is interesting and sometimes painful to see the challenges that you content providers run into. I for one do find the whole click bait thing more then a little frustrating, though your insights have helped me better understand why RU-vidrs do it so much. Thank you for all you do. I alway love how much work your do for these videos

I think that in the vein of youtube changing, it says a lot about the way Jazza handles this channel that I've stuck around for as long as I have (and that I plan to stick around much longer as well). I've been watching Jazza's videos for well over 5 years, and while I did drift away for a bit around 2018 or so, I came back and still enjoy these videos. It sucks that youtube puts such pressure on it's creators, those who keep the entire operation going to begin with, to conform and make as much money as possible, but I do think its impressive how Jazza manages (though not without struggles) to balance that pressure with a level of individuality and integrity. It's hard to maintain a consistent audience, grow with said consistent audience, and still at least somewhat apease the youtube gods, but somehow Jazza manages that most of the time.

This. This right here. Jazza, I am so appreciative of your honesty and authenticity. It's what keeps me coming back to your channel. Yes, I love all of the quirky weird video stuff you do. Yes, I love to see you do give aways. Yes, I love to see the Hollywoodesk style goofy filming and presentation. But when it comes down to it, what keeps me coming back to watch every one of your videos (without even seeing the thumbnail or the title when I get a notification) is the fact that you continue to be true to yourself. You are honest with us the viewers and you take the time every so often to be real and serious with us about things in real life. To me that is a huge part of what makes your content great. I think we need more content like this on RU-vid, where we see the real side of the RU-vidr and not just this false persona/character they put on. That being said, I totaly understand clickbait and how the RU-vid algorithm works. So it is impossible to not have some sort of clickbait and just be serious/real all the time, because RU-vid after all, like you said, has now become an entertainment platform. But I think you do a fine job of finding the balance within that. Keep up the good work my man!

I love all your videos including the tutorials. In fact, they are my favorite!! Please continue to make tutorials!!

I just watched the tutorial and really enjoyed it. Not because I learned how to paint, it was a basic tutorial. But because it's really motivating to go back and paint stuff when I see a tutorial like that.