Pursuing an art career in my 50's. Figuring out my niche and streams of income. How did I get here?

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After a year of exploring and getting reacquainted with art I have finally settled on an area that I am happy with. I am spilling all the tea in this video.
I am excited to share what art niche I have decided to focus on as well as the 5 streams of income I plan to use to make it happen.
I am also going to dive into my history of how I came to be in the place I am now and how I am circling back into something I did years ago. Life has a funny way of leading you to where you need to be even if it doesn't make sense.
Like most creative women we spend most of our lives looking after others and doing what we think we are supposed to do and then wonder why around mid life we have the urge to make a change. That’s where I found myself and I’m sure many of you feel the same.
It has taken me quite a few years but I have finally found some peace in my journey now that I have figure a few things out and have some direction with where I want to go.
I hope this video will help inspire you to keep going and know that your path isn't linear and you will be surprised that it can lead you to right back where you started if it is meant for you. Sometimes you need to experience the world a bit first and figure out what is not meant for you first to really appreciate it.
I am here for the journey and the adventure.
Here are some timestamps if you want to skip to the niche or income streams and don't need my whole story. :)
00:00 -intoduction
06:22 -my origin story up to 2020-get to know me
16:00 -deciding to pursue art for a career
19:50 -deciding on my art niche
22:22 -5 streams of income
Here is a link to my first sketchbook tour and art journey update if you are interested.
• Chatty Sketchbook tour...
Please leave your questions in the comments and I can help answer them for you. I would love to hear from you.
Have advice for fellow artists or entrepreneurs? Please leave those comments as well. We are here to support each other! :)
Thanks for watching!
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@AvionBlackstone 12 дней назад

Not an artist, but I just got to say that it delights me to see a woman who is a little bit farther along the path of life than me pursuing her dreams. Helps me keep believing in myself and my future future. Really appreciate that you're putting this out there. It's always good to know that they're still good things to come down the road. ❤

@michellejozina 12 дней назад

So glad you found this helpful. Definitely enjoy your 30’s and 40’s they are great but honestly I think your 50’s are going to be some of the best years! Enjoy the ride! ❤️😎

@carriesteptoe 11 дней назад

I truly appreciate the brave women who're coming forth to teach and show us what to do and to give us some real life experiences. I'm 49, and am also a creative. Lets do it together.

@michellejozina 10 дней назад

My goal is to inspire many more women to embrace their creativity again and go for their dreams! We can all support each other. Thanks for being here! ❤️

@AnastasiaDean 4 дня назад

I’m definitely grateful to have stumbled across your channel. I think we are on a parallel course. Thank you for sharing this ❤😊

@katyscherrart9466 День назад

I’m 49, too. Finally realized recently that I want to… no, NEED to create a full time income with my art. So many possibilities with tech these days.

@MyMagpie 9 дней назад

Hi!!!! OMG - You could be telling my story. In 2018 I was in my 50’s, newly divorced after 23 years of marriage, had a job that paid more than I had ever even thought possible, and bought my dream home. By 2023 I was completely burned out and felt like I’d spent my entire life as a robot. I quit my job, sold my condo, and took a gap year. (Yes, everyone thought I was crazy) Recently, I started creating digital art for junk journals and am in the process of starting my youtube channel. I’ve no idea where this is headed but I’m never going back to corporate America. After watching your video and reading the comments, it appears we are all part of a movement to shed the old rules and truly live our lives as we feel they were meant to be. Big Hugs XO

@michellejozina 9 дней назад

Wow, we have had a similar story! I love it! ❤️ so excited for your new adventure as well. I am so ready to get this movement going! Thanks for your support! 🥰

@427skies 7 дней назад

I'm not in my 50s (I'm in my 30s) and you guys in your 50s are great! I like listening to your stories because they are inspiring because if someone who is older than me can do it, I can do it too. Thank you for yall's stories. ❤

@tharp769 5 дней назад

Same! There are many of us out here finally finding our way... & OUR joy.💗💗💗

@soulfeastletters 5 дней назад

Oh boy I am in my mid 50s and burned out - I should be grateful for my well paying job but I just want to quit and do a gap year and walk a Camino. Thanks for sharing!

@soulfeastletters 5 дней назад

Hey @MyMagpie --- just subscribed to your channel--- looking forward to you posting about your journey. I am sure there are more of us out there that dream of quitting job and house to have a gap year. I have been searching youtube for other women like me.

@Jerri.Blank.9674 11 дней назад

I’m so happy RU-vid recommended you to me! I don’t want to shade anybody, but I was getting really tired of getting advice from artists who are younger than my driver’s license. It’s just not terribly relatable for someone in my position.

@michellejozina 10 дней назад

So glad you are here! I figured there weren’t a ton of women my age doing this so why not start and maybe inspire others to do the same. Someone told me once to create what you want to see in the world so I guess I’m trying. Lol. ☺️

@MyMagpie 9 дней назад

😂

@ENAIRAMA1 7 дней назад

Yes, right?! And it was over another video with the title You should make RU-vid videos if you are in your 50s (or so) I am watching that one after this one.

@chrystelelacroix4681 4 дня назад

Yes , I feel the same way.

@btomakart5975 8 дней назад

I've been full-time for 7 years now..still watch these videos for the motivation...I'm 48.

@TinaHBeautifulJourney 10 дней назад

I love finding other women over 50 finding their creative selves again! I discovered community theatre in my 40s and had a great time doing plays and musicals with my kids. Through that, I got back into dance, sewing (costumes), and singing. Now I have a channel exploring creativity through makeup. Your new direction sounds so exciting!

@michellejozina 10 дней назад

That sounds like so much fun! I loved working in costume! So glad you are here! ❤️

@AngelikaDV 9 дней назад

It's so refreshing to see someone closer to my age and experience talking about this for a change! Very inspiring, thank you!

@michellejozina 9 дней назад

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it! 😊

@teresamazotti1315 11 дней назад

Thank you! I am 66 and I am going to be seeling my artwork as prints, making scented candles, I will be decorating the jars and making glass beads and making glass beads and embellishments.

@michellejozina 10 дней назад

I love that! It sounds like fun and you are keeping yourself very busy! Good luck! 🤗

@annadreamsart9756 11 дней назад

I am SO glad I stumbled onto your page! I'm the same. 58. Always wanted to just make art and wake up happy to work, but still earn enough to live. I grew up with "don't do art, you'll live in a box in the park". My parents weren't mean about it, but refused to let me take art in college and encouraged a "real job". I still get told by most people around me that art is playing and worthless. I want to live off creating but have been so demoralized. It's wonderful to see someone near my age doing this. Thank you! (I'm currently doing the sidehustles)

@michellejozina 11 дней назад

Time for us all to ditch the “old stories” we were told and do what feels good in our soul. It’s ok to start small and just take it one step at a time. As long as you keep that spark going and enjoy what you do! Keep going! ❤️

@sharonalicea7998 10 дней назад

@@michellejozina I think you, @anadreamsart and I are sisters! I’m 54 and I haven’t painted in years. My media is colored pencil portraits and like you, started at a very young age and sold horse portraits to horse owners throughout the states and Canada. Then puff! I just stopped (life got in the way). I didn’t go to art school as “I was going to starve” and held corporate jobs that were sucking the life out of me. Now, I’m out of a job (not by choice) and art is boiling my soul, I need to paint! I wanted to join Milan, Evolve or NMA to get into to art classes. I know myself and with my ADHD I need structure.

@michellejozina 10 дней назад

I can so relate! I think this is your blessing in disguise to be out of a job. Can you take a part time job and just start painting? Learn and grow as you go. Take a course if one resonates with you depending on the style you prefer. You can make it work! Cheering you on! ❤️🤗

@CamilaPradaTV 9 дней назад

@@annadreamsart9756 I never understood how people don’t get that almost every single object they interact with daily, from clothing to technology to furniture, has been designed by someone (who probably started out at art college). They’re lots of ways to have a creative career and make money. It’s like they’re literally imagining Van Gogh (bless his soul).

@vidaus-ir-lauko-durys 8 дней назад

If your goal is to live off creativity, then nothing will work. Art doesn't like any financial goals.

@nichadaye1007 10 дней назад

I’m 59 and retired. I went back to school for art. I enjoy it. I’m figuring out what I want to do with my art. I’m glad I came across your channel.

@michellejozina 9 дней назад

Yay! That is exciting! I’m glad you’re here! 😊

@mariac4602 9 дней назад

how lucky are you to retire at 59! Here in the U.S., between massively high inflation and school taxes-utterly insane what school districts are permitted to charge the entire township to benefit approximately 10% of the population (where IS all that money going? and how about a cutoff for paying school taxes after 65?) - I will be working until 70. Even with a decent paying job and house paid off.

@Sewing_Keepsakes 11 дней назад

New sub! 🎉🎉I’m trying to fund my tribe of Gen X creatives. I’m 47 and took my love and skills of sewing back ❤❤❤

@michellejozina 10 дней назад

Yayyy! We are gathering the tribe! 🙌🏻❤️

@sharonwhitfield4160 3 дня назад

Wow...I could have written this myself, you are so relatable!! Burn out single mum having worked in Soecial Needs Education for years, sold my house & bought a van to live in, travel, recover & develop develop my art practice into something I can create an income from ❤ thanks so much for sharing your journey, it gives me hope!! And good luck with all you do 🎉😊

@michellejozina 3 дня назад

Oh, wow! Van life has tempted me as well but not as easy to do full time in Canada. Maybe one day! Good luck to you! ❤️😊

@silverj.morrison2562 2 дня назад

I'm in the same place as you. In my 50s, wanting to start a (small) business as an artist: graphic designer and jewellery maker. I'm in a full time job, which I'd like to change, but I can't because I'm the sole breadwinner. I'm a very creative person and I recently rediscovered that part of myself, and I don't want to let it go now. I'm self-retraining and listening to your experience and future plans gave me such good ideas and motivation. Thank you. And I hope to join your community.

@mcourtois75 4 минуты назад

Hello from Toronto! Amazing how many women our age are going through the exact same thing, rethinking our lives and refocusing on ourselves, yet it does feel very lonely going through it. I am almost a year into my career pause after 25 years in advertising and marketing and, like you, I realized that I missed the artistic and creative part of myself. So I am now working on a product I invented, and also going back to art and making wall art (that's new as of two days ago). Thank you for sharing your story and making me feel better about myself! And I love Robert Bateman, we had one of his book at home, what a gem!

@michelebedard2226 10 дней назад

I was a creative artistic child as well and I lost a lot of that instinctive creativity when life got busy and discouragement from family. Now I’m trying to get that back.

@emhartart 6 дней назад

I’m 40 and I am doing the exact same thing, after being a hair and makeup artist and I can no longer do it anymore due to an injury and now I’m trying to become a full time artist finding my style drawing and creating everyday , cannot wait to follow along your journey

@bill61570 3 дня назад

I’m in the same boat! I’m 54 and built a successful consulting firm over the last ten years but I’m terribly unhappy. I returned to school a few years ago to obtain a degree in illustration. Now, I’m desperate to pivot to a creative career. You are an inspiration!

@cynthiastory8603 5 дней назад

I turned 70 last month and I want to have an art business selling my drawings. I like drawing musicians, especially Jazz musicians. I'm a musician. I play piano/Keyboard. I presently play at the church I attend. It's a Band like situation: with guitar, bass, drums and vocals. One of my favorite music to play is Jazz. I have a son, who turned 48 and lives in another State. I can be a intimidating trying to find my target audience. Thanks Michelle, your video is very helpful. From Kingsville, Ohio ( 60 miles northeast of Cleveland)🎨❤😊

@michellejozina 5 дней назад

It’s great when you can tie in two of your passions together! Be yourself and your target audience will find you! ❤️🤩

@Boho-ishMe 11 дней назад

I’m 56 (57 in November) and I just returned to my art in March. It came through therapy. I had an overwhelming need to freely express myself through painting. Like you, I’ve always been a creative, but I would never stick to painting until now. I gave myself a challenge in April to paint every day. It doesn’t matter how long I spend, just so long as I do something each day. It has made all the difference in the world for me. I also began with fashion illustration, but my niche is abstract portraiture of women and animals. I appreciate you making this video. It’s nice to find someone on the same path. There’s something beautiful about self discovery at our age. Thank you! (I also subbed. 🥰)

@michellejozina 10 дней назад

I think humans are meant to create and when we don’t we get stressed and sick. I’m so glad to hear you are back on your creative path and loving art again! I will be cheering you on as well! ❤️

@Boho-ishMe 10 дней назад

@@michellejozina thank you! 💕

@melissiasmixedmedia 11 дней назад

Sending good vibes! I am 54 and in the same boat! I feel like you're telling my story. ❤

@michellejozina 11 дней назад

Thanks so much! I have a feeling there are a few of us! Lol ❤️

@Zoelle_ 23 часа назад

Your video makes my heart sing! Love seeing a woman chasing her dreams. As a mother of two who is knocking on her forties in the corporate grind with the daily struggles and sacrifice that come with raising a young family (when I would LOVE to be pursuing my creative passions) your story resonates and gives me hope! I am cheering you on from the sidelines, and hope your video serves as inspiration to other women no matter the age! You got this 💪

@michellejozina 5 часов назад

❤️❤️

@ankekirsten4284 3 дня назад

O my, you have so inspired me. I’m in my late 50’s and love art. (Painting, visual art). I started concentrating on this more in the last year, and still working full time too. What I don’t know and would like to know is how to market my work online!!!! This is the real hard part that I’m struggling with. So if you can do a video on how to. In a practical context please ❤❤❤

@JenniferNilssonArtandDesign 9 дней назад

I work as a full time artist (age 53 here) and love this video so much! With art licensing you have to be ready to be in it for the long haul. (Like you mentioned in your video on starting a RU-vid channel). It is a LOT of time and work for little return -at least in the beginning. But as you gain traction and have consistent artwork under contract, it can be a thrilling journey! Here to watch you as you grow this new adventure! ❤

@michellejozina 8 дней назад

I’m excited to add in art licensing and I know it’s a long game (a very long game!) I expect it to take 6-12 months just to get my portfolio ready. Lol. But I see it as one of those things I can do for the next 20 years. Exciting that you are doing that! Thanks for your take on it! ❤️🙏🏻

@lynneellis2647 4 дня назад

I'm 68 and caring for a mate. I'm very isolated and draw solace from my art. It is a passion. I have sold some pieces, but need to bring in more income. I can't work outside the home, so I want to learn all the income streams. My best wishes to you and all the commenters here. ❤

@TerryJ950 14 дней назад

Hi Michelle, I didn’t find the first part of this video boring in the least - I really enjoyed hearing your back story. You’re very talented and also express yourself very well. You seem a natural teacher. I think the event illustration idea seems a really good fit for you and sounds like it could not only be a lot of fun and lucrative, but also could open a lot of other doors. And it is stressful to be “on”, but the good news is that people are at a wedding and will be in a good mood. I look forward to hearing more about your journey and wish you bon voyage!

@michellejozina 13 дней назад

Thanks so much for your comment! I real appreciate the encouragement and support. 😊 I am looking forward to trying out the live illustration because you are right, everyone is having a good time. Should be interesting. Stay tuned! lol

@roksannastephens4375 5 дней назад

Ahhhh, a kindred-spirit!! This is so timely! Thank you so much for your transparency.

@TjVoelkerArt 11 дней назад

I enjoyed your video. I'm 67 and considering starting a channel too. I'm a pencil artist. Thank you for sharing your journey!

@michellejozina 11 дней назад

I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Just start filming. It doesn’t even have to be good. Most likely it won’t be, lol. But if you just start it will get easier and you figure it out as you go. Have fun and good luck! ❤️

@TjVoelkerArt 11 дней назад

Thanks so much!

@rebeccaduggansartboard812 2 дня назад

please start one I would love to see

@TjVoelkerArt 2 дня назад

@@rebeccaduggansartboard812 thank you!

@barbaramrosek4094 10 дней назад

I am 1 year back into creating after 20 years of self sabotage...I am almost 43 years old/young. I wish you all best on your journey!

@michellejozina 10 дней назад

You are definitely still young! Lol. Isn’t it funny how we can easily talk ourselves out of the things we really want? I’m glad you are back to creating, enjoy! ❤️

@simoneryan4487 5 дней назад

I love love love your story! I’m mid 50s. I’ve always worked as a writer but I’ve been a full time carer for over ten years. I’m starting my journey to monetise my writing to be self employed, to take my quilting from craft to art and to take my photography skills to shining a light on mine and other’s artistic endeavours. I love yours ideas for yourself. I think you could really launch your wedding illustration idea by doing quick sketches at an iconic fashion event or iconic market with a jacket or sign that says I sketch at weddings. Good luck!

@michellejozina 5 дней назад

You sound like me with so many interests! Those all sound amazing! I love that we all have different ideas. And yes, it would be cool to do some fashion events as well once I figure out what I’m doing, lol. Keep shining superstar! 🤩❤️

@margb8161 11 часов назад

Wishing you all the best for your new chapter Michelle 🎨🖼❤ I'm also in my 50s, going through lots of change, and looking to find my passion again. We can do it! 🎉❤

@susiewillingham1147 День назад

We are living parallel lives! I love your bravery for getting on camera. Thank you!

@notthechurchgirl 14 часов назад

I love this so much. I’m 45 and I love arts and crafts, anything about art I love it. I have been struggling deciding on getting a “job” so I can have money to pay bills, but I know how that will go. 🙄 I‘ll work for awhile then I’ll hate working because I won’t be doing what I love. You have encouraged me to stay on the path. 🥳🥳🥳🙌🏽

@jennysharp4281 6 дней назад

I’m so happy the universe showed me your video! Your story resonated with me so much, I’m in a similar situation and looking to start my own creative career. You are such an inspiration ❤ thank you for sharing your journey! I can’t wait to see how things turn out for you🎉🎉

@artbyevelinn 3 дня назад

So happy for you, I can FEEL your excitement talking about fashion design and incorporating it with illustration. I'm looking forward to following your journey!

@paulaneary7877 2 дня назад

Thank you for the video. Nice to see someone else going through EXACTLY what I am going through. I support you!

@jamielandis4606 5 дней назад

My parents had a Japanese ink print of a horse that I drew and drew and drew until I understood the anatomy. It helped me with all animal drawings. I still have the print.

@lyndawoodruff7625 5 дней назад

You and I are meant to be friends. I am a 58 year old woman that is revisiting my creative art side. My current job will be coming to an end in a couple of years, so I am going to focus on painting. I really enjoy hyper realism oil portrait painting and pet portraits. I haven’t started it yet but I am starting a RU-vid channel and building my Instagram account. So I definitely will be watching your videos and I love your ideas. I know you are going to do great ❤

@michellejozina 5 дней назад

That sounds amazing! Good luck with your painting! ❤️😊

@M.A.atWork 3 дня назад

Clarity and positive attitude will surely bring great outcomes. Congratulations

@clm39able 3 дня назад

55 and can relate to a lot of this video. Thank you for being brave and showing others what options are out there.

@wendyray7333 5 дней назад

Thank you! 🙏 There are so many artists that want to move forward and your journey really inspires.

@M.Campbell 10 дней назад

I'm so glad to see your video. For the many years that I was a caregiver, and bread winner, my art sat in the last seat of a very long bus. Now, I'm retired, widowed and ready to start living for me. My plan for the future most definitely includes art again.

@michellejozina 9 дней назад

Thank you! I’m so glad art is back in your life and you will be able to enjoy it again! ❤️

@lisalisa13 10 дней назад

I'm 54 and your goals, history, and art style sound so similar to mine. My one and only child just graduated high school so last year I decided to set the foundation for an art business and find my style. I'm realized to find my style, like you said, you just have to put in the time to do a LOT of art, no other way around it. So that's where I am, but I can tell I'm almost there as I'm seeing some similarities in the majority of my work. Cool how that happens naturally. Shout out to all the Gen X artists out there! We were the 80's teenagers that are still rad and we've got some art in us that the world needs to see!

@sheraaa9169 7 дней назад

Excellent well done to you, I’m 52 and just learning to draw after being left disabled from a stroke

@cybael2269 3 дня назад

I have just came to the same conclusion. I am trying to decide on my niche. Thank you for leading the way!

@mickeylinderdesigns 4 дня назад

Michelle, I'm 55, and was a late Bloomer with my art too. I have published 5 children's books but I'm hitting a wall with it but it's nice to know I'm not alone at my age on the creative path. I.worked corporate for years and Hated it. It sucked the soul out of my life so I took a leap of faith and pursued my art dream. So we are definitely on similar paths! I wish you luck on your journey

@michellejozina 4 дня назад

That’s amazing! Good for you! That’s very encouraging to all of us I’m sure! ❤️

@thedurranis 10 дней назад

Hey I’m 57 from India and i cant believe how two people and their lives are so similar…its sheer vibrations that i came across your video…I too have just embarked on making a career in art…resuming after 35 yrs …thanks for sharing your valuable ideas

@michellejozina 10 дней назад

I love this! ❤️ when I started this channel I thought I will just be myself and put my videos out and the people who need to see them will find me. I’m glad you are here 😊

@debbyg2899 День назад

Wishing you success and a wonderful journey, it’s nice to see you still dreaming of more possibilities. What an exciting new chapter! All the best. ❤

@kathrynwilson4615 5 дней назад

I really appreciate your telling your story and being so bold to follow your dream.

@Deenatheknittingauthor 13 дней назад

You sound exactly like me. In 2018 about to turn 50 I separated after being with my ex-husband for nearly 25 years. I am a creative too who put it aside for a long time (well not completely) raising 6 kids and working (I didn't hate my job but it never was my life goals) Since I was 5 years old I knew I wanted to write novels. I did write during those times, had a lot of fails and like you- I was raised to get a job, and settle down- any form of being an artist is heads in the cloud. In 2019- I decided to put get back at writing- and by 2022 I decided to do it seriously. Now I am 55 years old and I feel like I am being my authentic self. YOU GOT THIS! This is one of the best times to be a creative person. We have so many avenues to express ourselves. Lots of work but to me, what are the options? One thing I know is if I don't do what I have always thought I was meant to do, it will be the one thing I regret on my deathbed. The reality is, at this age, if we don't do it now, there is no later. I am so glad I have hung up the chains that held me back (aka my own self and the belief that being creative is a hobbie only) and am just going for it! What do we have to lose? In reality. Nothing. We already have years of behind us where we didn't do what was calling to us. Creating for the love of creating and taking it serious, will create art. Period!

@Deenatheknittingauthor 13 дней назад

Also, I am in Ontario Canada too!

@michellejozina 13 дней назад

I love all of this Deena! Thank you for your support and sharing your story! I think there are many of us in the same boat. I think you are going to be very successful in your writing career. I really think that it is very much a mental shift that will allow us to finally pursue our goals. We have come to an age that has given us perspective, experience and wisdom so we can finally understand we have control of how our lives can be. The future is exciting for all creatives and I can’t wait to see us all succeed! ❤️

@michellejozina 13 дней назад

Happy Canada Day! 🇨🇦

@Deenatheknittingauthor 13 дней назад

@@michellejozina totally agree with the mental shift! HAPPY CANADA DAY!! I am spending the day CREATING! 😄

@michelebedard2226 10 дней назад

@@DeenatheknittingauthorI’m in Ontario too and went through the same thing. Burnt out from my job. Separated finally. Went to art school then pandemic hit!

@AnotherGloriousDay 10 дней назад

Watching this video, hearing your story, reading all of the comments - I had no idea there were so many of us! Clearly we are all getting the memo at the same time, lol. Back to self! Our 'crone' years are going to be bursting with creativity. Subscribed! I am here for all of it💯👍

@michellejozina 9 дней назад

I am so excited about this! We are gathering the creative crone army! 🤗🙌🏻❤️

@margb8161 10 часов назад

Yes! Time for us wise women to find our power and passion! ❤

@joycelynjolly927 4 дня назад

Michelle! How exciting. I'm a late blooming artist and there are so many parallels in our lives. I am full time art now after raising my daughter as a parent alone. Now I'm widowed and free to travel and be a full time artist. So great to hear your journey! Best Wishes JOYcelyn

@michellejozina 3 дня назад

So glad for you that you are able to do art and travel! I will get there one day! ❤️

@lindahallstrandwarnstad4875 11 дней назад

Jusst turned 50 and got into creating art again a few years back after my divorce. Dream of making it more than a hobby😊I have subscribed and look forward to following your journey and get great ideas😍

@michellejozina 10 дней назад

Thank you! So glad to hear you are creative again. I hope to inspire you with lots of ideas, lol. 🤩

@donna-elizabeth 2 дня назад

I think back then we didn't have the internet for our creative outlets. It has given us so much opportunity to express ourselves and to show our work to the world. Exciting times! Good luck with your art career and channel. I'm in my 40's with a young family and wanting to start my creative channel which is also going to be around fashion design. Struggling with getting going with the channel at the minute! Subscribed to yours 😊

@michellejozina День назад

It’s so tough when you have a young family. That’s why it takes most of us until our 50’s I guess to really have the time to spend on doing something for ourselves. Keep doing what you can in the meantime and don’t give up. ❤️

@marystephens9150 3 дня назад

I’m just amazed listening to your story is a lot like mine. You and I have a lot in common! I have a BFA in interior design and fine arts. I worked in that field for awhile, but veered off into a totally different career path. Then had a baby. Now I’m 53 and I want to be an artist everyday AND make money at it!!

@michellejozina 2 дня назад

Yesssss!! 🙌🏻❤️

@rachellelaurin2419 6 дней назад

OMG! We have so much in common! All your artistic pursuits I have done myself. Not necessarily the jobs but your ideas. I am 51 as well and trying to make a career in art. I have challenges with fibromyalgia and I very part time at Michael’s (haha, perfect right?!). I had an instinct to watch your channel when it popped up today and I’m so glad I tuned in. Thank you for being there and being a true inspiration. ❤

@gabrielehohne9525 4 дня назад

Enjoyed listening to your journey. Love the authentic format. Wish you an amazing art journey with lots of success.

@AnggiSahamCantik День назад

Thank you for sharing your story. I watch from the beginning to the end ❤

@rebeccaduggansartboard812 2 дня назад

Iam so glad I found this video. Very inspiring. Your channel is my go to creative coach. Cant wait to watch more videos

@uraniamelendez1351 3 дня назад

Way to go!! 🎉🎉 wishing you all the best. Thank you for sharing 😊

@Lunangel 9 дней назад

I love how you inspire us to embrace our creativity no matter which path we are in life. As an aspiring creative this means sooo much to me. Thank you! ❤❤❤

@michellejozina 9 дней назад

Awww, thank you! ❤️❤️

@jenniferevelynhayes 12 дней назад

I’m so excited to find your channel today! I’m in my mid 50s and finally pursuing my dream of being an indie creative writer plus other income streams that support a creative life on my own terms. I’m not an artist but I’m in awe of artistic pursuits and those of us making them happen later in life! I’m thrilled to follow your journey now. You can do it!! 🙌❤️ Thanks for inspiring me!

@michellejozina 11 дней назад

Thanks so much for your comment and support! My reason for making these videos is to support other mid life women who are ready to go for their dreams so I am so glad you found it inspiring! I wish you well in your writing journey. That is so exciting to hear about. I’m sure you will do great! ❤️🤩

@jenniferevelynhayes 11 дней назад

@@michellejozina thank you, Michelle! I appreciate the kind words and encouragement! ❤️

@mandydragnart 6 дней назад

I have also started my journal to become a full-time artist. Looking forward to growing together!

@Co-CreateSoulAlchemy-CCSA 11 дней назад

I’m excited for you, 🤩🤩🤩

@michellejozina 11 дней назад

Thank you! I’m excited too! 😁❤️

@lyssavaught4958 4 дня назад

I just discovered your channel and am so happy I did. I, too, was a creative child who wanted to be an artist. But, now, at 32 I almost feel like I'm behind and it's too late for me to change paths... Thank you for being such an inspiration and bravely sharing your story! I'll definitely be following along!❤

@michellejozina 4 дня назад

It’s never too late! You are so young still. You can change paths as many times as you want. There are no rules to life. Only the ones you decide to follow. 😝❤️

@janem7069 4 дня назад

Love this! Congratulations on launching so many amazing things for you! ❤

@adibarojasfernandez9770 16 минут назад

Go go go!!

@mariajohansson3534 11 часов назад

Thank you so much for the video! ❤ I’m also on a quite similar journey and in my early 40’s.

@EmilyEverglot 6 дней назад

I too am in my 50's and doing my "art career". Not really a career, though because I'm not really doing it to make money. I mean I have no idea if it would sell or not but I'm not making it to sell because I want to make art I like, not have to gear it towards "what sells". I started after my second brain surgery, but really really got into it after I recovered from a deep depression after someone close to me ended their life. I don't have a mind's eye so a lot of times I need to draw inspiration from somewhere. I'm going to enjoy being subscribed to your channel I think. So glad you made your channel!

@AudreyGaleArt День назад

I love to see this! I’m going through something similar where I’m trying so make art my full time gig. I’m excited to see your journey through your videos 😊

@50PlusSelfcareJourney 5 дней назад

For the very same reason, I didn’t go into the arts. I’m on a similar journey as yours now.

@AC8wonderland 8 дней назад

Oh My God! THANK U ❤ I m 50 this year and after a long time of self discovery, I find my passion for art Creations. I m now begginning my New Journey one step at the time🖌📚 You are an inspiration for me 😊💫

@michellejozina 8 дней назад

One baby step at a time is all it takes! ❤️

@AC8wonderland 8 дней назад

@@michellejozina 😊🌷 merci !!

@mkorpalart 3 дня назад

It was really nice listening to your story, very interesting and how brave to take a year off! I'm in my 40s and also pursuing my art dream, have been working in my day job part time for last 3 years, but now I'm being made redundant. I always supported myself financially so it scares me to lose my main income. Hopefully we all make it to the full time asap! ❤

@michellejozina 3 дня назад

Sometimes the universe gives you a push. 😉❤️

@Imagineviolett 5 дней назад

Michelle! It’s so nice to see this…I am a 34 year old artist from Toronto who moved up to Simcoe County and lost my corporate job….I have started my RU-vid creative journey and want to take my art to the next level and start making more consistent income…. I also studied fashion so it’s really cool to see your fashion illustration! I find it’s so hard to sell in Canada. Look forward to seeing your journey!

@michellejozina 4 дня назад

Ahh, it’s so beautiful in that area. I would love to live up there in a little cottage by the water and make art and RU-vid and have a few animals. It’s another dream I have. Yes, it’s hard to sell in Canada sometimes but it’s finding interesting ways to use fashion illustration that is the key. 😊❤️

@ArtfulShelley 7 дней назад

This similar to my story. Grew up in the 70s and early 80s. Did graphic design and communications. Ended up being a SAHM, and started a mural business in 2003. Kids grown now, and want to do more fine art and children's book illustration. Intimidated by some media, but RU-vid has been one of my passions. Look forward to watching more!

@michellejozina 7 дней назад

Shelly, the one thing I have figured out is that everything is hard until you do it. Lol. You got this! ❤️🤩

@Artystrique День назад

You and I could be related, lol! I grew up loving art, and pursuing art in school, and into college, but I, too, was a child of the 80s. My parents heavily pushed me into other avenues, and I spent years piddling around in college, trying to find something - *anything* - I loved as much as art. Unfortunately, I grew up in Virginia - nowhere close to the film or gaming industries which were cropping-up, and never got exposed to fashion or anything of that nature at the schools available to me. After years of messing around, starting school, trying a bunch of things, quitting school, teaching computer software as a freelance instructor, then returning to school again, I became an accountant. Surprisingly, I loved it, but the last year of my program, I was diagnosed with Fibromyalgia, and two years after completing my degree, I was back at square one. Many, many years later - after going through much of what you've experienced - I realized I'd come full-circle, and in 2019, I decided to pursue my art degree. I am now 56. It's so encouraging to know that someone else is on this journey with me! Thanks for posting this video! I'll be watching your progress with great attention, and perhaps we can exchange thoughts and ideas at some point. I'm a bit less-focused than you are, at this point, having only determined that I want to sell my work at galleries, but not much of any other income streams. How did you discover so many opportunities for income through art? Best wishes!

@michellejozina День назад

Thank you for sharing your story. Isn’t it funny how the universe can bring us back to where we need to be but just with a bit more experience and adventure under our belts! Lol. We are always on time. 💫 ❤️

@TrudyKarl 7 дней назад

You are awesome. Thank you for creating your channel and your videos. I too have been drawing since I was so young, and coming out of high school in the 70s, thought I should go into fashion design, and got a fashion design degree, like you! I enjoyed fashion illustration, and I was probably better at being a colorist. Then I went into handpainted silks for 10 years, then pivoted to working in tech for the past 25 years because of money, dang it. I thought I couldn’t make money in my art. Now I’m getting back into my fine art, and am looking for ways to develop income streams. I stumbled across you, and I’m thankful for you. ❤

@michellejozina 7 дней назад

Money is always the damn carrot dangled in our faces! Lol. I’m so glad that now with the internet and technology there are so many ways for creatives to make money now! Good luck to you as well! ❤️

@creativesolutions902 7 дней назад

I will be turning 53 this year, and after spending 25 years in the hair and make up industry, I have returned to art… Like you, I felt that a regular job with a steady income was the right thing to do as long as I was still being creative and loved what I did. And I did :-) I was diagnosed with a rare genetic condition that causes blindness, and I knew that would be something I had to contend with once I couldn’t work in a salon anymore. And I certainly didn’t think I could do art. But it turns out that is the direction life has led me in and here I am on RU-vid watching videos like yours and spending a lot of time in the new and exciting world of art supplies have become in the last 30 years since, I was a kid! Definitely not the same supplies I had access to back then! It’s been about five years since I decided to take this thing seriously and even though I haven’t made any real money with my actual artwork, I have little side hustles where I make jewelry and sell at local stores And try to do the best I can on my fixed income with a disability. Art is still the thing that excites me every day, and I truly hope something can become of it eventually. Resonated very much with your perspective and phase in life :-)

@TrudyKarl 7 дней назад

❤

@michellejozina 7 дней назад

Wishing you all the healing and creative vibes on your journey! ❤️❤️

@FrancinaSimone 3 часа назад

🥹 I have put art off for so long! I’m inspired to start my journey too! I look forward to your videos as inspiration ✨

@doodleacademy 16 часов назад

New subscriber here ⭐ Thank you for sharing this video...I'm excited to follow along with you on your journey to become a full-time artist! Best of luck 💛

@sueparker2672 5 дней назад

Im so excited for you and delighted that I came across your video! I graduated from Sheridan's Illustration program in the early 90s and have been working in advertising and marketing. Recently this is exhausting my creative energy and I long to work on my art. Baby steps. I've started to paint again and find it so satisfying. thank you.

@michellejozina 5 дней назад

Hey! 🙋🏼‍♀️ I was at Sheridan from 91’ to 95’ so most likely there at the same time! I loved that school, it was a great time. I hope you can find time to paint, it really is different when you are doing something just for yourself rather than a job. ❤️

@rainbowrabbitclubhouse1408 2 дня назад

Love this! Thanks for sharing your story❤ I'm in my mid 30s and plan on starting up my own channel documenting my journey back into ceramics. I wish you the best! 😊

@michellejozina День назад

That’s exciting! Good luck! 😊

@Craftingwithlisaelaine 9 дней назад

Well you’re doing something right with your RU-vid. Your channel was recommended to me and glad it was. Love your channel so much . Love your art too. I hope everything blows up for you, you are very inspiring ! I’m 55 and would like to start something!!!!!

@michellejozina 9 дней назад

Thank you and Welcome! I’m so glad my channel is reaching the right people! ❤️

@pamelacass8703 4 дня назад

Hello. Yep i am in the same boat. Should have pursued it 35 yrs ago. Have always wanted to get my designs on products. Its time foe me to do this at 59. Actively looking at getting into art licensing just as 1 avenue. Also getting ready to file for a divorce. It will be good to get that done. But i am so excited to be pursuing an art career. So much, too much of spinning my wheels with dead end jobs over the years. I could have saved myself and my kids so much grief and could have been home doing what i love if i had followed my heart and used the gift and talent i have been given. So, yea lets do support each other on our journeys! Thank you for sharing yours with us.

@michellejozina 4 дня назад

Excited for you! Just remember we are always on time. Good luck! ❤️

@dariawasilewska8579 11 дней назад

THANK YOU, you are a great inspiration, I watched your whole story and I wish you success 🥳

@michellejozina 10 дней назад

Thank you so much! ❤️

@catredmondart 5 дней назад

Great video. Thanks for sharing.

@amandaknows100 3 дня назад

It was like you were telling my story just a bit different focus. I was obsessed with horses and animals and drew them constantly growing up and took every art class every year. I joined the navy after I went to college and dropped out because I didn’t know what I wanted to do…but did know I wanted out of Oklahoma. Ended up being a corpsman or nurse for three years…got out went to the art institute of Dallas and became a broadcast designer and animator. Did that for ten years had my son by myself and as a single mom, had to quit because of the hours when he got old enough for school. Would have never seen him which would have ruined him emotionally. I took art welding, I’ve done project management, web design and now at 55 the VA is paying for voc rehab and I’m doing photography…but I started painting in acrylics and oil after watching the videos by Milan Art Institute and am painting and loving it…I always tell people I’m 55 and I still don’t know what I want to be when I grow up and I’m really okay with that…

@michellejozina 2 дня назад

Haha! I always say “I don’t know what I want to be when I grow up” all the time 😆 just keep trying and having fun along the way. 😊❤️

@TinkITreasurebooks 2 часа назад

I am 64 now. I have always been a DIY gal. In my teens i painted in oil, about 20 years ago i started in watercolor and never looked back. In 2018 i started working with paper and loved it. My work is handmade journals i call Treasure Books. In 2020 i started my RU-vid channel, after over 300 videos i currently have 1050 subscribers and very low watch rate, its disappointing i was hoping this would be a way out of my full-time corporate job 😢😢

@MarieRankin-Jester 4 часа назад

I’m 30 but connected so much with this

@englishroses2464 5 дней назад

Great video and I will continue to watch your future videos! I wish you all the best!

@nataliemcandrews9092 8 дней назад

Thanks Michelle. Good luck with your venture. I am in a similar boat. Will enjoy watching things unfold.

@leahboulet5031 6 дней назад

Thank you!!!❤❤❤

@annetamel7615 6 дней назад

Luv, luv your AUTHENTICITY ❤️

@emzicoolintheuk 5 дней назад

I’m also 50 and was made redundant from my graphics job in a marketing team of a large tech company in 2020. It was boring but I stayed for nearly 9 years! I took some time out and cut a long story short I’m currently trying to establish myself as a visionary, intuitive artist… mainly watercolour. It makes me so excited to take this path but I do other part~time non creative jobs too so I can do it. It’s making time for my art…

@GingerNinja007 8 дней назад

Hello from Waterloo Ontario ! I love your video, I came across it on my RU-vid recommended. As I was listening to your story I felt like it was me talking, I can resonate with your feelings in a big way. I am 48 and going through that whole "figuring my sh** out thing" and I am ready to leave my corporate life for a world of art and working for myself. I just "liked" and Subscribed, thanks for being here on RU-vid and being real about what you post. 🌸

@michellejozina 8 дней назад

Thank you! I am wishing you all the best with waving corporate goodbye! 😊 (I’m in Hamilton🙋🏼‍♀️)

@vidaus-ir-lauko-durys 8 дней назад

Corporate life can also become an art if you start playing it. An artist's ointment can be much more boring than working in a corporation (working effortlessly).

@Co-CreateSoulAlchemy-CCSA 11 дней назад

Good for you👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

@BestChildrensParty-gg8wk 2 дня назад

Love that last challenging one. I learned how to do this on site sketching in college and then attended several workshops to get better at it. It is sometimes called reportage. (rep-or-taj) I'm also developing various art venues late in life, although if you look at master artists- we are right on track! My area is children's illustrations, books, parties, lessons. All art centered on some level. Best of luck to you!

@michellejozina 2 дня назад

Your areas sound so fun! Good luck to you as well! ❤️

@lilartistca 6 дней назад

South Western Ontario here. I'm almost in tears, your message in this video is just what I needed. I'm just finding my path again after needing to step away from my art for 15 years. You are giving me hope.

@atomikjaye 7 дней назад

Thank you so much for this video! I’ve been bouncing around and mostly failing at life tbh and I’m just now starting to try all the things I said I wanted to do when younger. It’s nice to see others who are further along their art/creative journey, you are inspiring! 😊

@lilyotv9767 7 дней назад

Thank you for sharing your journey and process - best wishes and I'm looking forward to your next video!

@saraforsmanelmberg 6 дней назад

Hi from Sweden! :) I just found your channel, and this video is so inspiring! I'm 43 myself, and my goal is also to become a fulltime artist. Looking forward to follow your journey!