WhatifJulia is a partnered Twitch streamer and professional photographer who has built a following of more than 90,000 people with cozy, chaotic and creative streams. One night she is playing Mario Party with friends, the next she is surviving the zombie apocalypse in Project Zomboid, and some nights she is teaching a Bob Ross-style painting lesson.
The LA Note is launching a new Streamers section to spotlight the talent building audiences live, one broadcast at a time. Julia is one of the first five creators we are watching.
At a glance
| Platform | twitch.tv/whatifjulia (Twitch Partner) |
|---|---|
| Followers | 90,400+ on Twitch (as of October 17, 2026) |
| Known for | Variety gaming, co-op horror, Mario Party nights and art streams |
| Day job energy | Professional photographer who sells prints of her work |
| Streaming since | 2018 (she marked her eight-year streamaversary on stream) |
Who is WhatifJulia?
Julia streams on Twitch under the name WhatifJulia, and she is a Twitch Partner, the program for established creators. Complex named her to its 2025 list of up-and-coming streamers, noting that she is a professional photographer who also runs art streams with Bob Ross-style tutorials. She sells photo prints through her own print shop, which is linked from her Twitch page.
How did WhatifJulia grow her audience?
According to Complex, a lot of viewers found her through the “Jario Party” streams, the chaotic Mario Party sessions started by Julien Solomita and Chris Melberger. Co-op horror helped too, especially Lethal Company. Her channel celebrated eight years of streaming in 2026, which puts her start in 2018.
What does she stream now?
Her recent broadcasts lean into Project Zomboid roleplay, and her most-watched past broadcasts include first playthroughs and community events like her streamaversary. Her favorite games say a lot about the vibe: Ocarina of Time was her first favorite, and she loves big fantasy adventures like Tears of the Kingdom and Elden Ring.
Why The LA Note is watching
Julia is proof that a creative career can live on Twitch. She pairs a real craft, photography and art, with games and a loyal community, which is exactly the kind of talent we want to put in front of more people.
Where to watch WhatifJulia
- Twitch: twitch.tv/whatifjulia
- YouTube: @WhatifJulia and VODs at @WhatifJuliaVODs
- Instagram: @WhatifJulia
- TikTok: @whatifjulia
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FAQ
Who is WhatifJulia?
WhatifJulia is a partnered Twitch streamer and professional photographer known for variety gaming, co-op horror games, Mario Party streams and art streams.
How many followers does WhatifJulia have?
She has more than 90,400 followers on Twitch as of October 17, 2026.
What games does WhatifJulia play?
She plays a mix of games, including Project Zomboid, Lethal Company and Mario Party, and she has named Ocarina of Time, Tears of the Kingdom and Elden Ring among her favorites.
Is WhatifJulia a photographer?
Yes. She is a professional photographer and sells prints of her work through a print shop linked on her Twitch page.
Image credits
Featured image, left: porcupiny via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 2.0)
Featured image, right: LeahBeahReah via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
In-article photo: LeahBeahReah via Wikimedia Commons (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Featured image is a designed title card by The LA Note; photos cropped with text added.
Sources
- Complex: The 25 Up-and-Coming Streamers You Need to Know
- WhatifJulia on Twitch (channel, partner status, follower count and past broadcasts)
Mara Alcantara is a tech-savvy writer with a creative eye who tends to see life in color. Pairing an analytical mind with a knack for spotting talent, she covers music, voice acting, and entertainment for The LA Note. Outside of writing, she’s busy raising her kids and hiking with her family.
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