Hobbyists Find New Following on Social Media

The Loving Artist

Chan Jae Lee, 76

I’m a Korean grandfather who was living in Sao Paolo, Brazil. I have three grandchildren. Two live in South Korea (where I now live); one is in New York City. I had nothing to do, so I started drawing for them and posting the pictures on Instagram. What was meant only for the family grew bigger than I ever imagined. Some drawings get 10,000, 20,000, even 40,000 likes. In Asia there is a saying: “We can only be heartfelt with what comes from the heart.” In my heart, there’s so much to share — melodies, stories, ideas, wishes, wisdom. I’m just happy I found a way to share it with my grandchildren and with the universe. Follow @drawings_for_my_granchildren on Instagram

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Anita Lau, 52

16,000 Instagram followers 

Following her feed of food pics is truly as mouthwatering as a five-star meal. Follow @madhungrywoman on Instagram

Jean Titus, 51

186,000 Instagram followers

After a shirtless pic went viral, the businessman has tried to inspire: “We rise by lifting others. Follow @titusunlimited on Instagram

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William Rollins, 66

704,000 YouTube views

The retired Navy man now commands the attention of a virtual fleet of gamers who watch and learn as he expertly maneuvers the hottest online games. Follow GrandpaGaming on YouTube