I have a lot of people tell me recently that they have enjoyed and been really thankful for my art videos on YouTube. That finding something different to watch during the current COVID-19 pandemic has been a struggle. And since I’m not that fast at turning out more videos of my own, I though I would make a list of my favorite art and maker channels on YouTube. Fair warning, some of these channels may be more kid friendly than others so parents please review before showing them to your littles.
Artists I love to watch create
These artists are ones that I could sit and watch paint or draw at anytime. I frequently will re-watch their videos over and over. If their style isn’t really your taste just do some searching on YT and you are sure to find other artist you would enjoy watching. Just like we all grew up with Bob Ross, there’s so many other talented people out there making content to share their creations.
Baumgartner Restoration
Ok so he’s not what you would call a traditional artist but I am enthralled watching him painstakingly restore works of art. It’s fascinating.
ERUDA art
A watercolorist living in Korea who paints the most lovely dreamlike landscapes and scenes.
Greg “Craola” Simkins
A former graffiti artist painting in a “Pop Surrealism” style. I am in love with each of his paintings! They have such a strong sense of storytelling.
Happy D. Artist
She paints lovely dreamlike portraits of girls and women.
Leigh Ellexson
She fun and cheery illustrations of animals, plants and landscapes.
Lena Danya
She has a very realistic style that she showcases in quick sketchbook form to large finished works of art.
Minnie Small
A London based artist with a sketchy illustrative style. You’ll love her sketchbook series.
Natasha Newton – Art & Life
Artist & illustrator from the UK with a quaint fold art style. I love her bird art and painted rocks.
Stephanie Kilgast
A mural artist and sculptor who’s art highlights environmental issues and questions.
Artist with good tutorials
Katie Jobling
She’s a UK based impressionist artist with a soft loose style. You’ll love her florals and seascapes.
The Mind of Watercolor
Steve Mitchell shares his watercolor tutorials, tips, and techniques in a quick, easy to grasp manner.
willkempartschool
He creates videos on classical painting techniques for Acrylics and Oil for beginners. How to use simple principles to improve your art in simple step-by-step tutorials.
Makers that make you want to make
Bobby Duke Arts
Bobby is really an amazing artist but he spans so many mediums and applications I put him in this section. He’s also incredibly funny.
Brett McAfee
Wood, metal, blacksmithing, storytelling. And he’s a pirate.
jimmydiresta
Jimmy is like the Godfather of all makers on YT.
Laura Kampf
I love Laura’s problem solving approach to her designs.
Lost Wax
Costumes, props, and accessories, mostly made from foam!
Matt Jordan
Wood turning and woodworking.
Dollhouses, Miniatures & other Really Cool Creations
SO many of you may not know but I have always loved dollhouses and miniatures. I use to make my own as a kid. You might say that as an artist, making small structures is my hobby. So these are just a few channels that inspire me.
Bentley House Minis
Dollhouses and miniatures. She just completed an Addams Family themed dollhouse.
Black Magic Craft
Jeremy builds terrain and models for Tabletop RPG’s and wargames such a Dungeons & Dragons which I have always wanted to learn how to play but have become even more obsessed with making the models they use to play with.
clayitnow
Makes flowers, figurines, animals, fairy houses, castles, and such with air dry clay. Using store bought or homemade clay and recycling like jars, plastic bottle, used boxes, packaging, cardboard, etc.
Creative Mom
Diana crafts fairy houses, mushroom houses, miniature charms, and much more. Through sculpting and painting she use recycled or dirt cheap materials to make something amazing.
Hanabira工房
Amazing miniature artist who makes absolutely everything from scratch!
Heather Tracy
Making dark and gothic themes miniatures with her Cricut Maker and super glue.
Merveilles Enpapier
Self proclaimed paper magician, located in Saint Etienne, France. Her sculptures look like they have walked out of the pages of storybooks and all with paper and glue.
So that is a peek into my YouTube subscriptions. There’s so much more! More artist and makers and I haven’t even started on my VanLife channels. As a work from home artist, I spend a lot of time watching TV while I paint or draw. I am a compulsive multitasker what can I say. I hope you enjoy these creators as much as I do. Let me know who are some of your favorite channels. I am always on the look out for more.