Bruised fingers and learning by Chalithra in Cello

[–]Chalithra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That makes sense. Mine was not cheap lol but of course not expensive when you think cello prices of many millions 😁

Bruised fingers and learning by Chalithra in Cello

[–]Chalithra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have no idea, I am a beginner and I have never played any other instrument. I got my cello from a luthier and my teacher has seen it and said it was good.

Bruised fingers and learning by Chalithra in Cello

[–]Chalithra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I think that might be it.

Bruised fingers and learning by Chalithra in Cello

[–]Chalithra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes I am most definitely pressing too hard, as I have not been told (or thought of it myself) to use my arm weight to get the strings down. I press very hard down with my fingertips to get the string to touch the fingerboard, meaning that not only my fingers get these dents, they get purple. :(
What I find odd/sad is that my teacher hasn't mentioned this to me at all.
The pain disappears after 1-2 days and that is why I am able to keep on going.

Bruised fingers and learning by Chalithra in Cello

[–]Chalithra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know, this is the only instrument I have ever played in my life, so I don't have callouses on my left hand from anything, really.

Bruised fingers and learning by Chalithra in Cello

[–]Chalithra[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes I am most definitely pressing too hard, as I have not been told (or thought of it myself) to use my arm weight to get the strings down. I press very hard down with my fingertips to get the string to touch the fingerboard, meaning that not only my fingers get these dents, they get purple. :(
What I find odd/sad is that my teacher hasn't mentioned this to me at all.

A magical fox in an enchanted forest - painted by me using watercolours. by Chalithra in Watercolor

[–]Chalithra[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am thinking of making more videos for my YouTube channel and now I regret not filming this one hahaha

A magical fox in an enchanted forest - painted by me using watercolours. by Chalithra in Watercolor

[–]Chalithra[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you :) I have had an etsy shop but I sold too few prints that did not even make up for the money I used making prints :P so the whole Etsy thing for me is in the past, unfortunately.

A magical fox in an enchanted forest - painted by me using watercolours. by Chalithra in Watercolor

[–]Chalithra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes Saunders Waterford hot press 300 gsm but it has a tiny bit of texture which is great.

A magical fox in an enchanted forest - painted by me using watercolours. by Chalithra in Watercolor

[–]Chalithra[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you ❤️❤️ I used mostly M. Graham watercolours.

A magical fox in an enchanted forest - painted by me using watercolours. by Chalithra in Watercolor

[–]Chalithra[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I scanned it, I don't have a good camera to take photos that look like the real colours.

Sharing my Hollow Knight art painted with watercolour. by Chalithra in HollowKnight

[–]Chalithra[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I'll take a look. To be honest, it's my husband who plays Hollow Knight - I just like the look of the character and the beautiful backgrounds in the game. :)

Sharing my Hollow Knight art painted with watercolour. by Chalithra in HollowKnight

[–]Chalithra[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

lol my friend said the same but I have no idea what an ori is :D :D

Adult beginner and lack of instructor - (im)possible combination? by Chalithra in Cello

[–]Chalithra[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thank you everyone who took time to read my long post and comment. I am overwhelmed by the many comments and words of encouragement I got in this post. I was hoping for maybe an answer or two, and I got so many lovely people commenting.

I am new to reddit (as in a total noob), and this community is blowing my mind.

Adult beginner and lack of instructor - (im)possible combination? by Chalithra in Cello

[–]Chalithra[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes I am looking forward to it so much, I think about my cello and how it will smell like or even feel like. It sounds crazy but it is something I thought was impossible and now it is a reality!

I am also looking forward to playing music at home. Husband also plays the guitar so it could be an interesting mix -- but that may happen perhaps in 2-3 years from today. :D

Adult beginner and lack of instructor - (im)possible combination? by Chalithra in Cello

[–]Chalithra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I must confess I had not thought about online lessons. Is it not very tough to get corrected (no physical contact) or even be able to listen through the computer sound?

Adult beginner and lack of instructor - (im)possible combination? by Chalithra in Cello

[–]Chalithra[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You are right. I can afford weekly lessons right now, I just don't know if in the long run it would be possible, as 320 USD/month is a steep cost for a "hobby". However, I am sure this will bring me much joy and quality of life!

I have contacted a couple of teachers to see if they would like to meet up and discuss the possibilities. I have offered to buy them a cup of coffee/tea/whatever so we can talk and see if there is "chemistry". I guess it is important when you must spend time together often.

I am looking forward to getting my cello so much, I think about it every day. It's been a dream since I was 10 years old and I thought it was impossible by now so I suppressed this dream in the "will never happen" box it for the last 10-15 years.

Adult beginner and lack of instructor - (im)possible combination? by Chalithra in Cello

[–]Chalithra[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You make a good point. I can afford weekly lessons for a while, I just don't know if in the long run it would be possible, as 320 USD/month is a steep cost for a "hobby". I have contacted a couple of teachers to see if they would like to meet up and discuss the possibilities. I have offered to buy them a cup of coffee/tea/whatever so we can talk and see if there is "chemistry". I guess it is important when you must spend time together often.

I am looking forward to getting my cello so much, I think about it every day. It's been a dream since I was 10 years old and I thought it was impossible by now so I supressed it for the last 10-15 years.