My results after 1 1/2 years on Substack (And why I'm leaving)

I write a weekly newsletter about becoming a better creative, without burning out or going insane. Subscribe here: https://www.louisestigell.com/subscribe Sick and tired of the social media hustle? There's a better way. In my guide + workbook Calm Marketing, I show you how to effectively market your creative business, without overwhelm or burnout: https://www.louisestigell.com/products/p/calm-marketing-guide MENTIONED My "goodbye" post on Substack: https://louisestigell.substack.com/p/bye-substack My video about moving to Substack: https://youtu.be/pvzbjqPhWsA?si=KMK9AR2BnyiG1V4d My video on email marketing for artists: https://youtu.be/1YvRavOQT1k?si=ALtFdSxujDJn2NI_ TIME STAMPS 00:00 - Intro 00:46 - My Substack stats 09:20 - Substack pros and cons 13:43 - Why I left Substack 21:04 - Do I still recommend Substack? ABOUT Hi, I’m Louise: an artist, writer & creative solopreneur from Sweden. As a multi-passionate creative, I have spent my entire adult life avoiding traditional employment and instead making a living off of my art. On this channel, I talk about everything I've learned along the way: About art making, creativity, mental health, and making a living as a creative. Dealing with perfectionism, fears, and overwhelm. Staying sane and productive among stress and distractions. And much more. LEARN WITH ME Pencil Sketching for Beginner Artists - A simple, stress-free roadmap to radically improve your sketching skills. In weeks, not years: https://www.louisestigell.com/pencil-sketching-for-beginner-artists Portrait Drawing for Beginners - Learn how to draw any face you want, quickly, accurately, and in your own style: https://www.louisestigell.com/portrait-drawing-for-beginners Watercolor For Absolute Beginners - Learn the basics of watercolor in a playful, relaxing, and non-intimidating way: https://www.louisestigell.com/watercolor-for-the-absolute-beginner Watercolor Birds - Learn all of my tips and tricks for painting birds in watercolor: https://www.louisestigell.com/watercolor-birds SHOP MY ART Fine art prints: https://www.louisestigell.com/shop/fine-art-prints Canvas prints: https://www.louisestigell.com/shop/canvas-prints Originals: https://www.louisestigell.com/portfolio MUSIC All music is from Epidemic Sound.