i painted a surrealist self-portrait 

How are u getting all this art home back to America 😂💛

“I’m missing an ear on this side” It’s the Van Gogh effect girl

Anja, now: "Oops, I'm missing an ear" "Uuuuh I like that color more because it doesn't make any sense" Some art students, in the future: "Maybe the dark sky represents the lack of hope the people in those times had, an the missing ear may be a sign for not being heard by politicians as a young person back then, and also...."

this is one of the coolest things i have ever seen to be created

When she talks it sounds like the conversations i have with myself in my head

I need to stop being so afraid to paint, cause this looks so much fun

“If you were to cut someone’s head in half... not saying you would but... *if* you were to cut someone’s head” artist problems

"Does it look like me? No, but it's a face, so that's good!" *Me every time I do a self portrait*

“Let’s start with the eyeball” *does face first*

" sometimes i think i'm right..with math. and i'm really not right" girl this speaks to me! i've only just discovered your channel and this was so much fun to watch!

Me: let’s do homework and be productive RU-vid: there is a new Anja Video Me: never mind.

You are literally so entertaining. Oh my god 😂

Nobody: Anja: “Why do I always do this..... uh...hmm I like it”

The meaning to me was that you’re sometimes in a dessert and you need water but the water was inside you all along (metaphorically) like everything we need is inside us. So we gotta cut open our heads

I think that Anja is actually really intelligent. I mean seriously, there are so many signs that she has a very high IQ and somehow I could imagine her as a scientist.

"IS that paint on my face???? I don't know when that got there" EVERY ARTIST EVER😂😂😂

You inspire me so much, with your art and with how you handle your thoughts and feelings and how freely you act how you want. I really aspire to be like that. Thanks for the quirkiness, love you!!

if billie eilish and bob ross were mashed together it would be Anja

anya: we need to make it obvious that this is the light side and this is the dark side me knowing damn well there’s no we in her painting a masterpiece: *yes*

Seeing her skip days ahead in the same clothes is such a mood. The amount she cares makes me happy. Like she didn’t go “oh, I should change bc I wore the same thing in the first clip” no no no, she was real, lol “real” she was honest and said “ahhhh whatever I’ve haven’t changed either way. I’ll just be lying and saying that I’ve changed but I haven’t” Honestly, she’s awesome Edit: whilst typing that stuff up there there was a trailer for a movie called “the great” based in Russia about some emperor and empress and the emperor treated his wife like a maid who should be silent and stuff and was super misogynistic and such and it really pissed me off and then it mentioned how if the emperor died then the empire would go to empress, and he was lowery talking about killing her and then he said “I wouldn’t kill you, you’re a good person” and she looked him in the eye with a smile and said “I could Jill you, you’re a bad person” and then he laughed and then I’m pretty sure if I watched that movie then I’m pretty sure she kills him to save the empire and herself and honestly I’m living for it 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 completely off topic I know, and for anyone who reads this entire thing 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 I also applaud you 😁😁

i think you’re really talented, the painting looks so good! btw i’m a german viewer (kinda needed to tell this)

WHY DO YOU REMIND ME OF THE TEENAGE GIRL FRIEND OF LIZZIE MCGUIRE’S BROTHER

I loved watching this. Your quirkiness, wit and depth is so fun to experience and your talent with art and music! Very satisfying. Also had to jot down what I felt made a great life quote: "Let my mistakes create the art." 🖤 You're a treasure. Never change!!

She reminds me of the cool art teacher that lets you charge your phone in class in exchange for a therapy session because shes getting a divorce.

I love how you're getting sleep hun. Take care of you. I appreciate your creative process. Proud of you.

"i think i want another tear" speaks to me on spiritual lvl

I genuinely enjoyed every bit of this :) I used to be so passionate about art and somewhere along the line I lost that. It's really awesome to watch you paint and remember how much I loved creating things. Thanks! :)

You kind of look like Billie Eilish, is that just me?

Nobody: Anja: What is happening Why is everything falling apart I haven't even put paint on the canvas!

i think its kinda cool how on the light side the expression looks more empty, like when you have a really bad depressive episode and you cant feel anything but you cry anyways (like after a loved one dies or something). and on the dark side there seems to be more emotion with the tears and the expression like something that happened effected you a lot but you arent completely giving up yet. i liked that it was like that instead of vice versa, it gives a nice contrast to the light and dark theme i think

vincent van goes 😂

Your so artistically intelligent and interesting. I love how your art has meaning behind it that’s personal for you.

This inspired me to paint :)

Its called Remixed Self Portrait. its when you get inspiration from another artist and use their style to create your own creation while also adding in your own touches and ideas.

*the thumbnail is a mood though-*

"I let my paint figure it out. I let my mistakes make the art." - great lines!! With all of the prep work you had already done, the paint was a partner in the process.

It turned out beautiful, I like the meaning behind it, I feel this also. The way you think and express it in art is beautiful.

I would bye her paintings they're so good and always have a deeper meaning

Okay so I googled why it’s lighter at the bottom: it has to do with shattered air molecules reflecting light in shorter waves.

i feel like youre putting on this personality so much even though your normal self would be just as entertaining. you are so talented and i hope you dont see this as judgemental but more that i hope you are your natural self and comfortable

Your the best girl xoxo 💋 Don’t give up! You have me and a million others!!! Your my fav RU-vidr! And a message for others, Whatever talent you have, And you may not know it yet! Have fun with it!

Placement of color is amazing. Also your brush work is so delicate and natural

I really enjoyed this and ‘the process’ ... sometimes it’s nice to see all the stuff that people would usually edit out for one reason or another yano. I found it cool seeing you coming back to the painting with a fresh pair of eyes and new ideas too 😎 Love your quirky vibe ✨

Every time I see one of her videos I think of her mother... Like, what a joy should be to see you baby so far from you but having the time of her life! 💕

It turned out really so beautiful! For me, the symbol of this painting would be how society tears us apart into a brighter and a darker side while the world dries up of goodness and beauty... And we find ourselves to be helpless while life and light slowly diffuses out of our souls... Does that make sense? Never mind 😅

How can this hole video be so satisfying to watch...the way you talk while you're thinking and creating such beautiful art makes me feel so peaceful inside idk

Omg, you are so talented! In art and you have such a beautiful voice! Please put your song on spotify😉

I love watching the whole process, thanks for not cutting it out!

This was actually very beautiful as a finished piece

Aaaand this is why I love this channel 🤩

Watching your videos from Argentina.You paint very good!!!I love watching your painting videos

"inspiration comes from everyone, this is valid mhmm" that was my favorite thing ever

On the right you look like: „hey you, what are you doing here?“ On the left you look like: „oh hello, what are YOU doing here AGAIN?!“ Love it

Anyone else re-watching this because they are feeling inspired to do something like this? no... Just me.... Okay... Btw I love the creativity in this video! and really all your videos! you are INSPIRATION at its finest

this is actually extremely fire fire

Do some more surrealist paintings like this! This was so bloody transcendental and pleasing to watch.!

„I‘m trying to become a better person and go to bed [at 9]. Look at my self-control!“ - Anja, uploading the video at midnight (local time)

Anja, always a fun time painting with you! Keep being yourself and enjoy your life! Oh if you have to many “things” to go with you on the plane going home, ship them separately! Gifts are a nice thing to leave behind for those that you want to have a remberance of your time there! Have a lovely day!

When you were talking about math I've never related to anything harder in my life.

I just love the way you talk to yourself like same here sis

15:59 mins of Anja showing me how untalented I am

I love that you talked at 12:46 about imagery that makes your brain go "HWUT?!?!?" and that this is so unique and intriguing to look at. Am I the only one who noticed that you talked about wanting to evoke Van Gogh, and you ended up leaving off your right ear??? Such serendipity!

"Im missing out the ear on this side.." me: .... well, its van gogh right? lol

idk why but i connect with this painting on a spiritual level

this is absolutely gorgeous wow

this is the first video from i’ve watched and im only 5 minutes in and you havent started painted yet but i love you already,, you’ve gained a new subscriber

When you're a true artist: "I'm missing an ear on this side"😗

no it's cool your erratic verbalizing of your random tangential thoughts is both entertaining and endearing

love your vids !!

cool painting! little tip; start with gesso first (maybe a few layers) and let dry in between the layers. Follow it up with some sanding. After like 4 layers you should get something smooth like an eggshel:)

"i see u next time i see u" daang that's actually not wrong :D

Im watching these partly for the art and partly for the commentary and I am NOT disappointed. You are so amazing ✌💙

no one: anya: *doesn’t know what the sky looks like*

Gurl ! your art creations is so perfect , satisfying and so fun 😍

I don’t think that is what people would classically refer to as abstract painting. It is a blend of surrealism, fauvism (kind of the most like this art movement) and post-impressionism. Definitely a modern art inspired piece but not abstract.

I love it, I think the color scheme really worked with the meaning you had behind it ✨💙

question: Does she really realize she has an audience watching her😂😂. It's like she doesn't cut any scene out no matter how awkward 😊love her.💞

Anja this is more of a self portrait than meets the eye.... A convergence of your personalities. Interesting and beautiful👍

Low-key thought she was Billie Eillish a couple times. But I relate, she is me in my art class. Also: "Not saying that if you use acrylic you arent a real artist." Same. Just same.

dude i love this vibe from the painting. great job

First time watching. Tbh i thought you were just a crazy, funny chic having a bash at painting. An artist, teacher and comedian lol. I think i'll just subscribe.

i love how positive you are

watching all the way from south Africa

This is so relaxing I’m binge watching all your videos

“Eww, hairy” that’s actually me when I’m home 😂

10:17 “Everyone’s inspired from everyone” this is true because all of us are inspired after watching this video 👨‍🎨 🖼

Why did I think she was Billie eilish for a second

I didn’t click off because of the process and because you’re hilarious. I love your personality and little quirks. This is the first video I’ve watched by you and you said you usually cut out all of the stuff that I love about this video. It’s great the way it is imo but do whatever feels right to you but don’t be afraid to be your authentic self.

The fact that she keeps saying"if you were to cut you're face in half which you wouldn't" makes me feel like she would.

DAMN that's some ART. You like... critiqued yourself! I am currently taking an art class at my community college and you answered all the questions my professor asked us when we discuss or "critique" our art. Really refreshing and inspiring!

*idk why she looks kinda like billie eilish*

i love the progression of paint on yourself, hahahhhh so wholesome & cute

gridded Anja: *moves* Anja: disgusting, please act like a person

The way Anja talks kinda reminds me of the mad hatter from the live action Disney one, and I love it

Hello fellow citizens of planet Earth, have a great day ❤️🌎🇲🇽

I love your longer process videos please do more!

"realizing i need to sleep, so I'm going to sleep Me watching this video at 3am: lmao who is sleep

your personality is so fun, i love it

When the “ I’m having trouble with math” came on i thought that it said “I’m having trouble with meth”

When I first subscribed to you months ago you had two videos and a few thousand subscribers. I truly can’t say how incredibly proud of you I am! Jesus, you’ve made it so far and got an incredible amount of subscribers, and most importantly you’ve managed to keep the fun sense of humor that drew me to this channel in the first place. Apart from the bob ross bedroom wall paintings, of course. Anyway yeah this probably sounds stupid but yeah! Im just! really proud of u well done you’re doing amazing sweetie 🤠🤠🤠🤠