Finally Starting My Small Business ★ Preparing A Shop Launch ★ Studio Vlog

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Sak pase, y'all! I'm Christy! ^_^ I have finally decided to take a leap and start my very own small art business. While I juggle my full-time job and being a mom, I'm going to start documenting the progress I make... from panicking (lol) to reorganizing my art studio and working on my online art shop. I'm hoping to launch my zodiac artwork by August! Thank you for following me on this journey! 💜
xoxo,
Christy
My husband's channel:
/ @benzofigures
★ CHAPTERS: ✩
0:00 The Why
0:53 The Backstory
4:09 The Plan
6:00 The Studio Tour
14:33 The Art Prints
15:20 The Art Process
23:02 uwu
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illustratingchristy.com/
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@BenzoFigures 13 дней назад

Ahhh man, the mess in the background is all mine D: my bad

@illustratingchristy 13 дней назад

Lol well now we'll get a good before and after image

@427skies 7 дней назад

It's okay because mine and my fiance's office looks the same. LOL.

@illustratingchristy 7 дней назад

@@427skies LOL!!! 💜

@PurplePiscesCreations 12 дней назад

YOU made me smile today! From the purple, to the zodiac art and your positive attitude! I worked in IT for 21 years and got randomly laid off in 2019, moved across country and started my tiny sticker business in 2020 at 52! I'm excited for you to start this journey!! You don't have to have it all figured out! One day at a time.. you got this!

@illustratingchristy 12 дней назад

OMG that is so inspiring!!!!!!!! Your story sounds amazing! Are you a lot happier now that you don't work in I.T? I'm so happy that you were able to accomplish a goal like that! So so so so happy for you and wish you continued success! Thank you so much for sharing that. Also I love Zodiac stickers haha so please let me know where I can find your shop!

@PurplePiscesCreations 12 дней назад

@@illustratingchristy Ironically I only sell one zodiac related sticker lol I sell mostly bullet journaling and reading journal type stickers. I enjoyed IT when I started. I was doing desktop support and installations, but as a major introvert, whenever I had to do phone support I hated it. Plus, the company I worked for was known for doing random layoffs all the time (think 3 letter IT co), so for years and years I felt like everyone was always worried about being on one of those massive layoff lists. Sucked to be honest. I'm only able to do this now because my husband took his IT job with him when we moved. Even though things get tight, I am so much happier now doing something I really enjoy and putting my all into it! So satisfying!! Watching your video, I could feel your excitement, which made me smile :) I wish you the best!!! Oh and I'm on etsy under purplepiscescreation Can't wait to follow you on this journey!

@illustratingchristy 12 дней назад

@@PurplePiscesCreations thank you so muchhhhh! It makes me so glad to hear that you're a lot happier now. That's all I want for my family and me. I will take happiness over money and stress any day lol. Definitely checking out your Etsy shop! 💜💜💜

@427skies 7 дней назад

I have a small shop too that is just getting started. This comment just gave me hope at 31!

@ela.illustrates 3 дня назад

I just love how your motivation is to be a great role model for your son! He's not only gonna grow up having a happy moma but also he will work hard for what makes him happy. I also love purple and your room is such a dream! Keep up the good work!

@illustratingchristy 3 дня назад

Thank you sooooo much!!! I really want to be the best example for him. I hope he sees this one day... hehe. And yessss, I absolutely love everything purple!!!

@gunningtwice3251 11 дней назад

I'm so hyped for you! I've been binge watching artists talking about their businesses just to help motivate myself to do exactly what you're doing! :D Maybe someday. Please take us along your journey as you grow. ^^ Are you planning to go to any local arts & craft fairs?

@illustratingchristy 11 дней назад

Lol!!! That's exactly why I finally made a video! I was binging for months! To the point where I finally asked myself, why am I just sitting here when I can try to make a change too??? Oh and yes I definitely plan to go to some of our art fairs here! Hopefully one day I can have my own table. Thank you so much for watching my journey 💜✨💜

@cathetremainiac 13 дней назад

YOU GOT THIS. So proud of you for making a positive change in your life.

@illustratingchristy 13 дней назад

Made me smile!! Thank you so much 💜💜💜✨

@isabellal2840 6 дней назад

sooo true about the procrastinating bc u get distracted and u dont have all the stuff ready

@illustratingchristy 6 дней назад

I really have to do better!

@SpookyBubblegumArt 2 дня назад

Lol, I love the chaotic room tour 😆 The brain of an artist. I'm excited to see more of your art in the future!! 💜

@illustratingchristy 2 дня назад

@@SpookyBubblegumArt LOL thank you!!!! I already did a whole studio makeover, I can't wait to show y'all!!! 💜💜💜

@brooklynkaiju Час назад

Christy, I can't express how proud I am to know you. I was legit at work today when your video was recommended to me and it was super inspiring to see. Keep it up and I know this is the start of something big!

@illustratingchristy 55 минут назад

@@brooklynkaiju I am still so shocked!!! Thank you so much for all the sweet comments on your stream today! 💜💜💜 I better see your video recommended to me next!

@Haleydixxon 21 час назад

i love that you are starting this journey! I feel like it's a sign I need to go ahead and just start too! I have so many paintings and art I wanna share with the world, but I've been too nervous. I feel like you have given me the push I need.

@illustratingchristy 16 часов назад

@@Haleydixxon yasssssssss 🙌🏾 definitely start!! I haven't even gotten far yet and I'm already significantly happier that I made this decision. Thank you so much for watching 💜

@Vorundor 14 дней назад

FAN-tastic video!! Love, love, love the video. I'm here for this journey. For anyone else in here, Christy is an AMAZING artist and friend. As someone who has some of her work, I can tell you, it is TOP NOTCH! You're an inspiration, my friend. All the best on this journey. Also, your studio is so cute and I LOVE the lighting you got. Looking forward to the next video. See you on Twitch tomorrow!

@illustratingchristy 14 дней назад

AWWWWWW thank you Vor!!!!!!!!!! That was super sweeeeeeeeeeeeeeet!

@FaithfulFool 12 дней назад

This is so lovely! So inspiring to hear you talk about finally doing what makes you happy

@illustratingchristy 12 дней назад

Thank you so much!!! I am terrified, but I have never felt so relieved to finally make a plan to make changes in my life. ✨💜

@Chynodraws 13 дней назад

YOU GOT THIS CHRISTYYYY . this is just the beginning of many great things to come and i cant wait to get some of the print from your shop, I love you video and i cant wait to see your next video

@illustratingchristy 13 дней назад

Thank you sooooooooooooooo much, Chyno!!!!!!!!!! 💜💜💜💜💜💜🤗 I can't wait to share this experience with everyone!!!!

@rfart419 4 дня назад

You're a beautiful underrated Artist.

@illustratingchristy 4 дня назад

@@rfart419 your are incredibly sweet 💜

@marinafrazier425 9 дней назад

Nothing Is more powerful than doing what you Love to support Yourself and your family I wish you well on this journey ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

@illustratingchristy 9 дней назад

I absolutely agree!!! Thank you soooo much!! ✨💜

@curiousitydidmein9462 9 дней назад

You got this!!!! I know how it feels to stop yourself from doing things even though it's a passion, which is why I'm gonna do ArtFight this year 🔥🔥🔥

@illustratingchristy 9 дней назад

Omg, that is going to be awesome!!! I've heard so much about art fight! I totally believe in you! 💜 Let me know if you plan to share your work anywhere, I'd love to follow!

@Galacticat93 3 дня назад

Yesssss you've got this!!! I've always loooved your art I'm so glad you're starting a shop!! And thank you for being so encouraging too you're so lovely!! And you're right, I just gotta DO the things in my head, no more procrastinating!!

@illustratingchristy 3 дня назад

Ahhhhh omg thank you so much for watching!! I can't wait to see your vlogs!!! They are going to be AMAZING 😍 ✨💜💜💜

@Galacticat93 3 дня назад

@@illustratingchristy haha well now I have to do them!! 😛😂

@TheCutieStop 11 дней назад

Best of luck on your new adventure! The hardest part is getting started, and you bravely took the leap. You got this 😄

@illustratingchristy 11 дней назад

You are definitely right that it was hard lol I sat on this video for a while before I uploaded it! I was so scared. Thank you so much for the encouraging words! 💜

@amaliastargazer5296 13 дней назад

You got this I believe in youuuuu! 💜💜💜

@illustratingchristy 13 дней назад

love youuuuuuuuuu

@Aresel213 13 дней назад

Go go Christy!! Awesome video! Such an amazing artist! She really dedicates and pours her heart into EVERY piece she does! I have never met anyone so hardworking. Her themes are so adorable and you should have it in your collection! If not, you're missing out!! So excited to be part of your journey! You got this girl, keep going! 💜💜💜

@illustratingchristy 13 дней назад

totally making me want to cry right now!!! thank you so much, love you!!!!!

@TheMysticGreenWitch 12 дней назад

i can totally relate to everything in this video! you got this girl! i have also been dabbling in starting my small art business and working full time. its tough but we got this!!!

@illustratingchristy 12 дней назад

It really is tough!! I'm hoping doing these videos will help me find a balance somehow lol. We can totally do it!!! I really believe if we really want change, we will make it happen. If you're recording your journey too I'd love to follow!

@TheMysticGreenWitch 11 дней назад

@@illustratingchristy I will be as I have a market coming up so market prep videos will be coming soon! :D

@planetcasiom День назад

How exciting! You've got this

@illustratingchristy День назад

@@planetcasiom thank youuuu 💜🙏🏾

@rrrs92 4 дня назад

You’re inspiring me - I am in a similar situation and need to get my lil art biz going. Can’t wait to see your progress!

@illustratingchristy 4 дня назад

Yay!!! Definitely do it!!! I'd love to follow your journey

@garousdais 7 дней назад

ive been looking for months for someone that looks like me and does the kind of art i also do😢 im also in the process of trying to launch my own shop but the seeds of doubt are slowing my progress greatly. keep that passion, getting started is the hardest part! 😊

@illustratingchristy 7 дней назад

Aww!!! I'm so glad you found my channel 💜 I also have been dealing with doubt and imposter syndrome lately, but all the support on here has been helping me greatly! Thank you so much for the support!

@unconventionalvoidartist 11 дней назад

yayy! im super happy for you, and also that i found this video because your art is adorable ehehehe

@illustratingchristy 10 дней назад

Thank you soooooo much!!! ^_^ 💜💜💜💜

@cybertraveler5334 5 дней назад

My full time artist friends are dealing with the economic fall out and not getting as much work as they did in the past. Being an artist with a day job gives you the ability to get paid even when art commissions or sales are slow. There are also good tax advantages for artist with day jobs. I have done IT and art for many years and I'm glad that I was able to balance both. Money always comes in even when the art business is slow.

@illustratingchristy 5 дней назад

Yes, I've heard that's as well. I don't have any plans to leave my job any time soon. I'm a long way away from that. But I am in a place in my life where I'm finally realizing what I am actually more passionate about. Where that will lead me, I don't know, but I know that I don't want to allocate so much after hour time at my full time job as I have in the past and instead I will invest in myself and my family. I would never do anything that would financially cripple my family as I am the bread winner.

@cybertraveler5334 2 дня назад

@@illustratingchristy Your Journey as an artist with a day job can lead you to a lot of expansive paths. Think of your job as the very boring but consistent contract client/patron. That regular income and benefits empowers you to pursue the art that you want to make. It will also give you the cushion to see who is loving what you do creatively and who is supporting the work financially. Lots of people will praise the work, too bad it usually is not equal to how many people will commission you or buy your art. When you have base income to handle the expenses in life, you are free of "The struggle being real" money problems. I love creating.... and most artist feel the same.... we got to " Just Do it! " LOL! Best of luck to you financially! Even better wishes to your creative dreams being fulfilled!

@illustratingchristy 2 дня назад

@@cybertraveler5334 thank you so much!! 💜💜💜

@juanmojica1087 11 дней назад

I’m excited for you, I’m on a similar journey. I’ve been collecting and preparing projects to open a store. I’ve been successful selling in the past. I want to document my process and start building a business with my god given talent…

@illustratingchristy 11 дней назад

Yasssssssss! I totally understand! You can definitely do it! I'm excited for you as well 💜✨ thank you so much for watching my journey!

@grayovercast 4 дня назад

Love this! ❤

@illustratingchristy 4 дня назад

Thank youuu

@mariarzyt_3D 4 дня назад

Wishing you the best! 💜

@illustratingchristy 4 дня назад

Thank you so much! ✨💕

@augustbuchanan9738 2 дня назад

I’m doing the exact same thing!! So nice to see someone talented working towards their goals. I loved the pride pin and your nails, following to watch you grow! Good luck!

@illustratingchristy 2 дня назад

Thank you sooooooooooooooo much!!! I really appreciate the support!! , 🙏🏾✨💜

@fierceaxolotl Час назад

Thank you for sharing your experiences and journey with us 💖

@illustratingchristy 54 минуты назад

@@fierceaxolotl thank you so much for following!!! 💜💜💜💜✨

@itsall_ittakes3697 12 дней назад

Good luck on your journey ❤

@illustratingchristy 12 дней назад

Thank you!!! 💜💜

@arisuolait 4 дня назад

Omg you go!!! This is such a great video, I'm on the same journey myself and your video has really inspired me. Keep it up, I'm excited to follow you on your adventure!

@illustratingchristy 4 дня назад

Thank you soooo much! I just subscribed to you; your artwork is so cute!!

@arisuolait 4 дня назад

@@illustratingchristy ohhh thank you so much!

@bibittybobettyboo-uz2rf 3 дня назад

I love your energy! Congrats on starting! I am literally making a plan as I am listening to your video. Isn't it awesome when the algorithm works in your favour?

@illustratingchristy 3 дня назад

@@bibittybobettyboo-uz2rf I am legitimately shocked that people have found me and it just happens to be the video where I am the most vulnerable lol. Thank you so much for watching and I wish you the absolute best on your small business journey!!! ✨💜

@huskyboyo 13 дней назад

Great vid and good on ya for making the leap! You're going to be awesome!

@illustratingchristy 13 дней назад

You are so sweet. I really appreciate you commenting!!! 💜💜💜💜

@syhartstudio 7 дней назад

Love your energy! Thanks for sharing your journey with us :) I'm in a similar boat too wanting to break out of my comfort zone and invest more into my art business/brand - so taking this as a sign! Wishing you nothing but the best for you & your family

@illustratingchristy 7 дней назад

Thank you so much!!! Since making the decision, I've honestly felt a weight lifted off my shoulders. Like I suddenly feel like anything is possible. I just have to really want it. I'm excited to see where this goes, and excited for you as well! Please keep me updated on your journey!!!

@pk8travel 7 дней назад

Good luck! 👍

@illustratingchristy 7 дней назад

Thank you!! 💜

@oddsykie 12 дней назад

so cool finding smaller artists on yt! +your vlog is so aesthetic and dreamy what camera do you use?⭐️

@illustratingchristy 12 дней назад

Thank you so much! 💜 I am using my Google Pixel 8! ✨

@victoriawhitehead8714 11 дней назад

You got this girl!

@illustratingchristy 11 дней назад

💜💜💜💜 🙏🏾

@kittysennpaii97 12 дней назад

randomly came across this video. I GIVE YOU GOOD VIBES, AND GOOD LUCK. I too wanna start this . But I have no "good" art experience so I need to practice I have an Apple Pencil coming in today and I can't wait to start ! Drawing with my finger was a hassle xD

@illustratingchristy 12 дней назад

Omg LOL I remember when I had to draw with my finger on my iPad! I am super excited for your art journey!!! If you ever need any tips, let me know!

@kanikkiafelton3251 9 дней назад

New subscriber alert, thank you for the inspiration

@illustratingchristy 9 дней назад

Omg, thank you so much for the support! 💜

@hectorzayas9325 13 дней назад

Video was good definitely adorable with all.the fumbling but for sure I wish you the best

@illustratingchristy 13 дней назад

Yay thank you!!! ✨💕

@sgrim_artz 12 дней назад

dude, the pure coincidence is wild. You've got the exact same phone holder to record reels that I use to hold my phone when I record sketch with me videos. The only difference is yours is white and mine is black lol also keep up the good work, its rough being small artists, we got this

@illustratingchristy 12 дней назад

That is awesome lol!!! I bought two of them 😂 thank you so much!! We TOTALLY got this!!!! 💜💜💜

@talisarose480 9 дней назад

Honestly, props to you for simply starting. It’s so difficult especially when you have a job. Well done, can’t wait to follow along. What made me smile today were conversations with a couple of my friends and a visit from a neighbourhood cat 🥰. What made you smile today?

@illustratingchristy 9 дней назад

This comment made me smile!!! Also, I love cats 😻 I miss mine so much. Thank you so so so much for the support! I can't wait to share this journey with everyone!

@_lei_c_8138 10 дней назад

Girl we started at the same time! XD I just haven’t had the courage to make the first video lol I made a short, but it ain’t the same. You just inspired me to edit my other shorts and make an actual video. Good luck on your journey! ❤

@illustratingchristy 10 дней назад

Ahhhh!!!! My new small business buddy LOL totally giving you a follow!!! I'm so excited for you!!!

@_lei_c_8138 10 дней назад

@@illustratingchristy hold up! This is not my business channel! XD This is the personal one, found you while browsing for entertainment lol I'm "Lady Conscience" on YT, thank you so much tho. Looking forward to seeing you grow, my dear ❤

@illustratingchristy 10 дней назад

@@_lei_c_8138 oh hahaha I'm glad you told me! I'll follow that one!

@_lei_c_8138 10 дней назад

@@illustratingchristy Yayyy! ❤️✨

@nataliekoop3098 11 дней назад

I also decided i finally want to take control of my life and open a sticker shop! I followed you on here and Insta so open your shop soon so i can buy a Scorpio ♏ boba print! Cant wait to see your progress :)

@illustratingchristy 11 дней назад

You are so sweet!!!! I will totally get that Scorpio boba ready haha!! What is your insta handle so I can see your stickers! Are you planning on documenting your journey as well??

@IamDarkElf2009 5 дней назад

Get it, girl! I can totally relate. I'm working in the tech industry in sales. I absolutely hate it! I am in the same spot as you, trying to figure out where to begin in my small business endevours. I'll be 35 this year. I wish you the best and all the sucess!

@illustratingchristy 5 дней назад

@@IamDarkElf2009 I feel like we are practically twins lol. I have no idea where to begin so the next few videos will probably show that cause I'm all over the place LOL!! Wishing you the absolute best as well! Please let me know when you start your small business!! I'd love to follow your journey. 💜✨

@IamDarkElf2009 2 дня назад

@illustratingchristy currently watching your new vid! We are so twinsies lol. Taught my oldest how to crochet yesterday and we're hoping to start a coffin quilt soon. Definitely can't wait till we can buy some of your stuff! You're doing great!

@jaimelee1235 5 часов назад

inspired!

@illustratingchristy 5 часов назад

@@jaimelee1235 yay!!! Thank you!!! 💜💜💜💜

@kasumiyurikino1954 5 дней назад

Simple and really cute :3 Love your bubble tea zodiac ❤ > u

@illustratingchristy 5 дней назад

Hehe, thank you soooooo much! ✨💜

@khayshastudio 3 дня назад

youtube recommended your video ❤❤

@illustratingchristy 3 дня назад

No way!! That is awesome!! Thank you for stopping by 💜💜💜

@ARTmandaVlogs 4 дня назад

Hi, very inspiring video. I have been procrastinating about starting my own small art business too but I feel more motivated now after watching your video. No time is the best time to do any thing. Do it now or never do it. By the way, where did you get the marker display/storage unit from? I have been wanting to get something like that for my markers but couldn't find any thing suitable until I saw yours. Thank you! P.S: Subbed! :)

@illustratingchristy 4 дня назад

Absolutely start now! While I have been pretty overwhelmed by my decision, I feel so much more happier now knowing that I am finally doing something that has been at the back of my mind foreverrrr. Oh! The Art Marker Storage is from Etsy! The seller's store is called SanfurneyCraft. Thank you so much for supporting my journey! I hope to see yours soon.

@xumiona 11 дней назад

I love your background and marker shelf, its so aesthetic :) I wish you the best of luck on your new business!

@illustratingchristy 11 дней назад

Thank you soooo much!!!!

@RoryLovesCookies 8 дней назад

what do you edit your videos with?

@illustratingchristy 8 дней назад

I use capcut, it's free 🤩

@dollyvivi_. 12 дней назад

New sub !!

@illustratingchristy 12 дней назад

Ahhhhhhhhhhhhhh!!!! Thank you so much!!!!

@dollyvivi_. 12 дней назад

@@illustratingchristy npppp💗💗 ur such an understanding channel

@Purpleheart-4403 3 дня назад

Hi,are you Haitian?

@illustratingchristy 3 дня назад

Wi cheri 💜

@artbyshennifr 3 дня назад

RU-vid recommended your channel to me, and I'm glad it did! Congrats on deciding to start your small business! It'll be a ride for sure -- but SO worth it! Like you said, you know why you want this freedom with doing your own thing, you GOT this 🫶✨

@illustratingchristy 3 дня назад

Thank you soooooo much!! I really appreciate it. I'm excited to start and finally make a difference! ✨💜🙏🏾