Saturday, December 31, 2011

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[G] December’s “On The Rise” Partner is ThePortraitArt

Posted: 30 Dec 2011 07:28 PM PST

YouTube Blog: December's "On The Rise" Partner is ThePortraitArt

Congratulations to Xiaonan, the talent behind the portraits featured on ThePortraitArt. This channel received the most votes for the December On The Rise poll, and will be featured on the YouTube homepage today.



Xiaonan Sun is a self-taught artist, and producing lifelike portraits is his passion. Since 2008, Xiaonan has used YouTube to document his talent through timelapse videos that showcase not only the final product but the full creative process. Some of his most popular pieces are pop-culture celebrity likenesses, but he also produces personal portraits by commission. And if you thought traditional portrayals and media were the limits of Xiaonan's skill, you're in for a treat: he can create the illusion of reality with his portraits, and he doesn't limit himself to using simply pencils and erasers.






Here are a few words from our December On The Rise star himself:



"I make my art videos to share my creation process, which I think could be every bit as compelling as the final product. But I also make these videos to relax your mind, calm your thoughts and uplift your mood. After all,  today's people are so often stuck in thoughts, dealing with its worries and day to day  concerns, that most rarely calm their mind down to feel the presence of the moment, which is the only thing there really is and ever could be. I want more people to be in this state more often, to see things not through the limited and rigid mind or the fearful ego, but through a heart that loves to express and create. I like to express my deep appreciation for all those who voted for me and watch my videos, and my sincere gratitude to youtube for  providing the canvas, for my channel is a drawing, and each video a stroke on its paper."



If you've enjoyed this monthly On The Rise blog series and want to see more rising YouTube partners, check out our On The Rise channel or look for our playlists on the browse page. Keep an eye out for next month's blog post, as your channel may be the next one On The Rise!



Devon Storbeck, YouTube Partner Support, recently watched "Downhill extreme: Rollerman overtaking motocycle!"




URL: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/youtube/PKJx/~3/ZywJEtVe8vM/decembers-on-rise-partner-is.html

[G] Share your New Year’s resolutions for an #Awesome2012

Posted: 30 Dec 2011 06:37 AM PST

YouTube Blog: Share your New Year's resolutions for an #Awesome2012

Plan to run a marathon in 2012? Go back to school? Ask your secret crush on a date?



It's easy to come up with a resolution and enter the new year with high hopes, but the hardest part is often sticking to it throughout the year. To help you stay with it, we've got an idea — put your resolution on YouTube and share it with your friends using the #awesome2012 hashtag.



We'll also be looking for five of the most interesting videos to feature on our homepage in January. Follow the instructions below and your resolution could inspire millions of viewers.


  1. Make a video sharing what you want to accomplish in 2012

  2. Outline your strategy and describe the steps you'll take to reach your goal

  3. Upload it to YouTube by January 2 at Noon PT and tag it with #awesome2012


Need help getting started on your #awesome2012 action plan? One of our YouTube partners is here to help:







Cheers to an #awesome2012!



Danielle Paquette, Social Media Manager, recently watched all the videos on YouTube Rewind.


URL: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/youtube/PKJx/~3/S1Fo5UZeM8c/share-your-new-years-resolutions-for.html

[G] Professional Bull Riding comes to YouTube

Posted: 30 Dec 2011 06:37 AM PST

YouTube Blog: Professional Bull Riding comes to YouTube

Over the last 20 years, Professional Bull Riders have turned a classic sport into a global league with more than 100 million fans tuning in from around the world. Now you can follow PBR on their YouTube Channel, for livestreamed events as well as original programming, interviews, highlights and your videos.



You can catch livestreamed events on:

  • January 6 from Madison Square Garden in NYC

  • April 21 from Des Moines, Iowa

  • April 28 from Uncasville, Connecticut

  • May 5 from Billings, Montana

  • May 18 from Pueblo, Colorado

  • And more to come

To get you ready to ride, here's a quick look at the 2011 season:







See you in 2012!



Frank Golding, Director of Pro Sports & Leagues, YouTube Sports, recently watched "2011 Built Ford Tough World Finals highlights."


URL: http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/youtube/PKJx/~3/i0PaqAOVQVQ/professional-bull-riding-comes-to.html
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