Why tiny oil paintings changed my life as an artist...

For years, I believed every painting had to be bigger, better, and more impressive. Ironically, that mindset stopped me from painting altogether. Everything changed when I picked up a tiny 6×4 inch wood panel. In this video, I paint a blue jay bird from start to finish while sharing how painting small helped me overcome perfectionism, create more consistently, rediscover my love of wildlife art, and beginning to start selling my original oil paintings. Whether you're an artist struggling to create, someone who enjoys relaxing painting videos, or simply a bird lover, I hope this video encourages you to slow down, enjoy the creative process, and remember that small beginnings can lead to extraordinary things. 00:00 This Changed Everything 00:43 I Thought Bigger Was Better 02:10 The Mistake That Stopped Me Creating 03:45 Painting This Tiny Blue Jay 05:05 The Lesson Tiny Paintings Taught Me 06:55 Finishing Work Builds Confidence 08:35 How I Found What I Love to Paint 09:55 The Moment People Started Buying My Art 11:05 Why Original Paintings Feel Different 12:15 Why I'll Keep Painting Small 13:20 Thank You for Watching 🎨 About this painting • Subject: Blue Jay • Medium: Professional oil paints • Surface: 6×4 inch wood panel • Original hand-painted artwork Available to purchase here: https://hannahtorodeartwork.etsy.com/... If you'd like to see more wildlife oil paintings, behind-the-scenes studio videos, and honest conversations about building a creative life, I'd love for you to subscribe. I'd also love to hear from you in the comments: ✨ Has one small decision ever completely changed your creative journey? Thank you so much for spending some time in my studio today. #oilpainting #bluejay #wildlifeart #birdpainting #oilpaintingprocess #artistvlog #creativejourney #wildlifeartist #natureart #paintingtutorial 🎨 Shop my original paintings: https://hannahtorodeartwork.etsy.com 📸 Follow along on Pinterest:   / hannahtorodeart   📷 Instagram:   / hannahtorodeart