When I want to make art and don't have the energy or cope to tackle all the elements I'd want for a "real" original, I do warm-up style drills. I usually pick a bright color to do them in, so I don't feel bored. Then it's just loops and lines and squiggles for an hour. I stop thinking about what I'm making and turn off the need for choices altogether. Instead, I focus on my breathing and how to keep my breath natural while I execute the most basic brushstrokes with as much precision as I can. Focusing on both at the same time is all consuming and the rest of the world goes away. After that, the next time I sit down to art, I'm ready.
This sounds like an amazing way to spark creativity without adding unnecessary pressure to yourself. I’ll have to give this a try someday too! Thanks so much for sharing 🫶🏻
So agree with this. I made a video applying paint on top of each other with intention. My husband - a Muggle in the true Harry Potter sense of the word- doesnt get it. Why would an artist apply paint for the sake of it?! People dont realize what a joy it is just to express yourself with a brush using paint. We are lucky!
Exactly my creative process as taught by a professor in Creativity at Central St Martins London. I paint how I feel by abstracting images in my mind. I copied a lot of the masters to start over 5 years and painting from the learning of the craft. Kandinsky, Krasner, Cubist, New York school, Latin American art, then in the end I don’t copy anything as then it has been done before.
Seeing you give yourself permission to copy ethically has inspired me. The pressure I feel to be original can be debilitating at times, so I'm looking forward to leaning trying these tips. Thank you!
Originality in Art is not a myth because the creative process is a mindset that ask for the individual to be themselves or to imagine something bigger than themselves. Now, this concept of Originality should not be confused with being influenced or with someone copying or shoplifting someone else's ideas or work. Yet back to my point. Originality is a real concept because we as thinkers, creators & individuals can build as well as understand when we experience something that explains what we can do as well as perceive from others, because Originality is not just a basis of reality where it is just about our own Originality, it is also about recognizing what is Original in other people.
Copying master works in a different medium from the original version is more difficult than it looks. You have conveyed the pathos of the original faithfully. The quality of brush strokes and sense of light are both excellent. The new cropping is also more compact than the original. Edgar would be proud.
Love the cinematography! This was so relaxing to watch. I’ve never done a master study before because it felt like copying but you’ve inspired to try it out.
I started painting again. The last time I did was in high school and it’s been 7 years since that. Began painting as soon as I started working and studying this year, one thing I can say is that how therapeutic it can be. Although I place a lot of pressures on myself to be “original” or to make picturesque worthy painting despite knowing that I’m not well-equipped for that due to how long I had left this side of my passion. I found your vids to be inspiring and yeps definitely feel that replicating is probably best to keep myself motivated especially with the commitments I have at the moment. I’d like to just re-awaken my childhood passion and want it to be something that I grow to love again :)
Waaay back in the day, one of my favorite art teachers told me "Imitation is a vital part of an artists development." That always made sense. I mean, the first step in learning just about anything is finding someone who knows what their doing, and watching them do it (one reason I love your channel). Of course, in addition to the reasons you site, and of course sharpening technical skills, when I do a master study (which I don't do near enough) I like to try and get into the head of the artist. "WHY did Degas use shadow in that way, what was da Vinci thinking when he did the Mona Lisa?" To me at least, that just gives a whole new dimension to the old masters that the casual viewer just doesn't get to see. BTW: Give Mango a good scratch behind the ears for me, he's adorable! Great Video! 👏👏👏👏
I love your idea of trying to figure out the master artist’s thought process too! I’m sure that adds whole new layer of learning and critical thinking skills to the practice. Mango says hi! 😊have a great week!
Your video is very relaxing..😇 I also did master study of Monet's painting once. It took me a long time and very difficult..but surely it helped me a lot to understand how to express through colors.
Thank you, Ashleigh. I've never made a master copy before, but it's been on my mind to eventually do so. Thank you for always sharing your art journey with us.
"Absinthe Drinkers" has always been one of my favorite master works, and your copy look great!! I think I read somewhere that the buzz from drinking even a little absinth is kind of like a zombie trance, and her blank expression was meant to reflect that. Your take, that she's lonely and despondent, is interesting too, and you've captured that feeling beautifully in her face and her surroundings.
Lovely work! You captured her emotions so well. When I want to make art but have no pressure I make an easy doodle picture and create a birthday or Christmas card. Easy and no pressure!
So happy to have found your channel. I'm currently struggling to get back into painting. Watching this episode really helped me realize I'm the only one. Such a great idea to look to other art for inspiration. I've been putting a lot of pressure on myself, relying to create from memory. Last week, I just played with my watercolors, but couldn't create anything. Now, watching this, I feel more confident to try again. I have to let go of the pressure and just enjoy making art again. Thank you so for sharing this message with all of us. It has really encouraged me to try again. P.S. Love your work space. Right now I'm trying to get my creative space a more inviting feel. Also, the production of your videos are well done.
A thousand congratulations, my love, studying for a master’s degree ..💕. I am happy that I found a person with the same passion and goal, but that I could not study as I like, since I am a Saudi, I live in my country, because there are customs and traditions, and fathers are destroying the future of their daughters. Artist and TOT Art Trainer I am grateful to have you in my life 💚🇸🇦
I moved to Saudi - Riyadh - and Im having a tough time finding an art community here. From Dubai. I was lucky that my dad supported art , although he encouraged flowers and camels. He doesnt get my pop art style. I wish you the best. Never give up. You can still paint for YOU! No one can destroy what you are born with ✨️
I was not able to study art in school either at first, but I hope you are able to find a way to include it in your life! Even if it is just for a hobby it will still bring you joy 😊 wishing you the best ❤️
Your videos are always relaxing and inspiring to watch. I love the beautiful painting and the backstory with it. Thank you as always and wish you a beautiful day.
I do something similar when I’m tried from the day but still want to create. It’s a non-classical approach but drawing fan art of anime or animations I love and/or drawing anything of nature with Pinterest inspo or animals especially my own pets is always a great subject that brings me so much joy and comes more easily when I want o practice art without pressure. Another lovely, relaxing and throughly vlog. Thank you for sharing 😊🙏
Ashleigh, I must say...Bravo to how you express your journey with the world...with us! It takes immense courage...I am working full-time and try to pull out time to self learn...have an art journal IG account not public though as these are not my original work...just practicing and learning! Expressing my journey scares me! So thank you...and may you keep shining! Also, loove Mango🧡🐶💜🍀 I really hope to paint my fur babies! Cheerio!
Agreed! As an engineer, I usually have to mimic existing designs until my understanding increases enough to try new and hopefully more efficient processes. Also- The Absinthe Drinker study was beautifully done . ❤ Thanks for another excellent vlog experience ❤
My family never understand why I paint after the painters I love. I learn so much... But sometimes I think they feel I will never have a style of my own. Thank you this helped me a lot.
Beautiful work!! I love the video, it’s so relaxing. When I can’t think of what to paint or draw I usually copy flower paintings. Either from Pinterest or I follow videos. I have a sketchbook dedicated for times like this when I just don’t want to think of colors or how to mix them or what to draw. And sometimes I just do swatching of the colors I have. Usually I write from where I copied the drawing ( Pinterest, a book I have , instagram with the name of artist, and you tube).
I love, love, your explanation of the woman seated without the other character. Showing the shadow of him to add darkness to the mood… so smart. I really enjoyed this video, including your darling puppy! I am a new subscriber to your channel. I’m happy there are still some artists not switching over to Patreon, thank you for that. It’s just not possible to support artists individually like that. I don’t think anyway and I’m an artist.
Interesting video! I've tried master copies twice so far -- once with Caravaggio and once with Kehinde Wiley. The paintings were at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, CT. I sketched in the museum (intimidating!!!), and then painted at home. I definitely want to try that some more. I noticed a lot about the paintings that I hadn't noticed before.
Excellent video. I'm a musician, but have long insisted the same is true for music. We should have known it all along, but Mr. Suzuki taught us once and for all.
Thank you so much for this video! I have always just used the photos I saved on my phone but I think having physical master copies would be so much better. 😁
Copying art is good help cause sometimes while doing that new ideas can pop up...and if not, it's like a very effective warm up exercise which results into something derivative but good.
I really need to do a few master studies of Vermeer's work or even Caravaggio, would prob help with lights and darks looked like a great walk with pup amongst the changing coloured leaves 🙂
I've also found copying with your left hand if you are right handed.. or copying without looking at your drawing, but only the original source will free your imagination. In fact using your utensils in a creative way (like taping charcoal to your finger, or taping a brush on a long stick) will not only free you from techniques, but challenge what technical ability actually is... Thanks for the video.
I like to note the original source for my own recollection and knowledge and because years later I wonder did I do this sketch as my own original in an art class or did I copy a print or did I follow an online tutorial. If I use a print I often include a photocopy in the facing page of my sketchbook or if it’s from a step by step book or online tutorial I make a note in the corner (like done from so and so’s tutorial; or exercise using Monet’s [title]). Also important to acknowledge photographs I didn’t take (“based on photo by Jane Smith”) that way if I want to use it or share the art later I know it’s ok if it was from my own photograph or not ok (or need to ask permission) if someone else’s photo.
I recently started to paint. And I am able to replicate the paintings I like online. But I don't know how to create my own painting....!! Would love to learn more tips from you.
Good topic! Oh my…I had a post a few months ago on IG of artwork I did that was a copy of a very respected, but not exactly famous, turn of the century artist, Thomas Waterman Wood. I did a photo showing both works right next to each other. Of course, his work was obvious. His paintings are in some top museums in the U.S. He was mostly known for his portraits, but also did beautiful naturalist and botanical works. The one I copied was his Blue Cheeked Barbet bird. I printed out a copy and then traced it onto wc paper. I could have attempted to draw the outlines myself, but it would have taken so long just to get that done…so much erasing and stating over, and I’d just be frustrated. I never finished it and want to get back to it to fill in lots more detailing. But what I did complete looks pretty good, if I do say so myself.👍 And it was a great learning experience for me. As long as you’re using art that is in the public domain or that you have permission to copy or don’t need permission, like what you may find on Unsplash, you can copy it. But proper credit should always be given no matter, especially if you’re straight-up copying. If you’re doing it “in the style of” and more as an inspirational source and what you’re using as a resource original is not recognizable as such, then I don’t think attribution is necessary. As an art teacher once said to our class about using photos or photos of art, “just make it yours.”
Hi :) I have a few questions 1. Is being a painter fulfilling in your heart and soul? Why? 2. What are some advantages of being a painter? & what are some disadvantages? Btw your paintings are amazing 😁😁😁
I think you may like to raise your easel and work slightly more upright 😬 “Chasing the bead” I’d a fabulous technique that also allows you to help your posture. I wish I could work at night like you… does the lighting play tricks on you at all? I usually wake up hating the colors in the day light 😰
Hello Ashleigh, I have been watching your videos for some time and enjoy watching you paint and your thought process. After many many years I decided to do something for myself and picked up the paintbrush and I have been learning how to use certain mediums. I haven't studied art, I just do it for myself, in a way to prove my self-worth. I have watched many on youtube striving for excellence and to understand the masters etc. However, I feel so many are so fixated on what's already been achieved rather than what can be achieved. Aren't we all the puppeteers of our work? As Jetgoldranger stated below what were these Masters thinking at the time? Why did they put the shadow there? Perhaps they also "cropped" or used their artistic license to make the work interesting? We will never know. The Masters created techniques - not just followed others. It's good to know the past, however, there is also a future to be found. It's an interesting topic for sure, though I decided not to work towards excellence, instead expressing myself the way I want regardless if the techniques are right or wrong. Isn't that want art is? Self-expression? If someone can splash paint on a canvas or paint in a similar style to a 5-year-old and sell it for $1 million (which I still can't get my head around it), I shouldn't feel my work isn't good enough as I haven't followed "rules 1 to 20". Who knows, perhaps someone in the future will recognize some genius in my work without me even realizing it at the time. Perhaps being a hobbyist and not academically studied my beliefs are questionable. When I paint, I want it to be a reflection of me, not because some fancy pants man back in the 14th century said it needs to be done this way. Have "we" complicated things to the point we are missing the point, or do we crave the structure and the ideals to feel overwhelmed and to constantly question ourselves? The mind boggles. Also, just a suggestion. Ever considered painting a self-portrait and capturing yourself at that moment? A moment in time where emotion, being happy or sad or perhaps holding something that has significant meaning to you. You capture moods amazingly, such as the lady in your painting. Now that would be amazing to see. Perhaps an A0-A2 size. Why paint small when you can paint big? 🤣 You could also do it as a Part 1, Part 2 Part 3 video. Thank you for all your hard work.
These are all very interesting points! I agree there is much to be learned from old masters, but also a lot to be discovered and appreciated in our own explorations. I think there’s definitely room for both of these outlooks in our art creation. For example, in order to break the rules and create something “new/exciting” we have to first learn what the rules of art are. So we’re breaking them with reason in a way that can be appreciated. But that’s just my opinion haha. I appreciate you continuing this discussion! It is fun to think about 😊
@@AshleighKing I agree with you that you need to learn the basics in order to progress. I did just that with watercolour painting. Never used the medium before, You have a style that takes the old, throws in the new, and splashes coffee all over it (I'm a coffee lover) to give it life. Someone like myself can see how you break down the process whereas I like to challenge the rules and try something different. Ok, I have the perfect example. I was trying to do a project the other day and wanted to paint a bunch of feathers overlapping each other. I tried it one way and it looked flat and unrealistic. Tried it again, and it was a slight improvement. So then I decided why not try something different. (please don't send hate mail to me, those who might get offended 🤣) This was using watercolours by the way. And yes I know how to use them, though I wanted to try something different. So, I did an underpainting of grey shades as a first layer and then applied the colour above it as you would do with acrylics. And I tell you, I was shocked at the results. I got instant values. I was so proud of myself for trying this and thought "ok Mr fancy pants of the 14th century I just took your theory and threw it out the window." So instead of doing the shadows above the layers, I did them first to see what would happen. 🤣
@@NikkiA.Art. haha that’s a great example!! I think that experimentation is the best part of creating; trying different things until we find was works for us or make us the most excited it! I definitely do that, but should probably try to experiment more often. 😊
Hi! I just found your channel. It’s beautiful. I have a genuine question, as an aspiring TH-camr, is it difficult to get those walking shots of you and your friends on your hike? I would imagine you have to set up the camera, walk by, then go back and get the camera. Are your friends okay with it? I’m struggling with filming around people. I get embarrassed lol. Thanks for any tips!
Hello Ash Im a newbi I just came across your video. I wanted to ask you do you make prints of your art? I wasnt really clear what you meant. Love your pup. This may sound silly but did you learn from someone who was also left handed? I tend to find left handed artist to what kind of strokes positions cause at times. It makes it confusing watching a right hander. She is very incredible love your art style too
Hi! Thank you 😊 I do make print that are available on my website! I didn’t learn from a left handed artist, but I understand what you mean! We have to find ways to hold the brush/pencil differently so we don’t smudge our work haha.
When I want to make art and don't have the energy or cope to tackle all the elements I'd want for a "real" original, I do warm-up style drills. I usually pick a bright color to do them in, so I don't feel bored. Then it's just loops and lines and squiggles for an hour. I stop thinking about what I'm making and turn off the need for choices altogether. Instead, I focus on my breathing and how to keep my breath natural while I execute the most basic brushstrokes with as much precision as I can. Focusing on both at the same time is all consuming and the rest of the world goes away. After that, the next time I sit down to art, I'm ready.
This sounds like an amazing way to spark creativity without adding unnecessary pressure to yourself. I’ll have to give this a try someday too! Thanks so much for sharing 🫶🏻
So agree with this. I made a video applying paint on top of each other with intention. My husband - a Muggle in the true Harry Potter sense of the word- doesnt get it. Why would an artist apply paint for the sake of it?! People dont realize what a joy it is just to express yourself with a brush using paint. We are lucky!
Well done
lovely approach!
Exactly my creative process as taught by a professor in Creativity at Central St Martins London. I paint how I feel by abstracting images in my mind. I copied a lot of the masters to start over 5 years and painting from the learning of the craft. Kandinsky, Krasner, Cubist, New York school, Latin American art, then in the end I don’t copy anything as then it has been done before.
Seeing you give yourself permission to copy ethically has inspired me. The pressure I feel to be original can be debilitating at times, so I'm looking forward to leaning trying these tips. Thank you!
I'm so happy to hear that! It's just for practice or fun, but helps a lot when you're feeling stuck :)
Your channel has inspired me to continue w my art
Originality in Art is not a myth because the creative process is a mindset that ask for the individual to be themselves or to imagine something bigger than themselves.
Now, this concept of Originality should not be confused with being influenced or with someone copying or shoplifting someone else's ideas or work.
Yet back to my point. Originality is a real concept because we as thinkers, creators & individuals can build as well as understand when we experience something that explains what we can do as well as perceive from others, because Originality is not just a basis of reality where it is just about our own Originality, it is also about recognizing what is Original in other people.
doing studies has helped me out of art block so many times !!
you don’t have to think too much on what to draw, so it takes the pressure off
Exactly! They’re a really fun way to learn 😊
You are incredibly talented! I appreciate your sharing the journey.
A hugh pillow for that companion lying in the corner 🎨👋he will keep u company
Having a soft spot. Beautiful plants and view. Enjoy 🧁☕
the lighting in your studio is just 🤩*chef's kiss* gorgeous. Thanks for spreading the word about master copies, they're really so impactful!
Yooo, fancy seeing you here🍷🗿
Ahh thanks!! I had some nice sunny days when filming 🥹
Copying master works in a different medium from the original version is more difficult than it looks. You have conveyed the pathos of the original faithfully. The quality of brush strokes and sense of light are both excellent. The new cropping is also more compact than the original. Edgar would be proud.
Your rendition of Degas painting was very good. We can definitely learn a lot by imitating the masters. Thank you for sharing.
Love the cinematography! This was so relaxing to watch. I’ve never done a master study before because it felt like copying but you’ve inspired to try it out.
I started painting again. The last time I did was in high school and it’s been 7 years since that. Began painting as soon as I started working and studying this year, one thing I can say is that how therapeutic it can be. Although I place a lot of pressures on myself to be “original” or to make picturesque worthy painting despite knowing that I’m not well-equipped for that due to how long I had left this side of my passion. I found your vids to be inspiring and yeps definitely feel that replicating is probably best to keep myself motivated especially with the commitments I have at the moment. I’d like to just re-awaken my childhood passion and want it to be something that I grow to love again :)
Waaay back in the day, one of my favorite art teachers told me "Imitation is a vital part of an artists development." That always made sense. I mean, the first step in learning just about anything is finding someone who knows what their doing, and watching them do it (one reason I love your channel). Of course, in addition to the reasons you site, and of course sharpening technical skills, when I do a master study (which I don't do near enough) I like to try and get into the head of the artist. "WHY did Degas use shadow in that way, what was da Vinci thinking when he did the Mona Lisa?" To me at least, that just gives a whole new dimension to the old masters that the casual viewer just doesn't get to see.
BTW: Give Mango a good scratch behind the ears for me, he's adorable! Great Video! 👏👏👏👏
I love your idea of trying to figure out the master artist’s thought process too! I’m sure that adds whole new layer of learning and critical thinking skills to the practice. Mango says hi! 😊have a great week!
Your video is very relaxing..😇 I also did master study of Monet's painting once. It took me a long time and very difficult..but surely it helped me a lot to understand how to express through colors.
Thank you, Ashleigh. I've never made a master copy before, but it's been on my mind to eventually do so. Thank you for always sharing your art journey with us.
They’re definitely a fun challenge 😊 thank you!
First watching dreams life justice for my eyes background music 🎵 i feel it learn many things from you thankyou so much.. respect a lot 🙏
"Absinthe Drinkers" has always been one of my favorite master works, and your copy look great!! I think I read somewhere that the buzz from drinking even a little absinth is kind of like a zombie trance, and her blank expression was meant to reflect that. Your take, that she's lonely and despondent, is interesting too, and you've captured that feeling beautifully in her face and her surroundings.
I can totally see that influence on the painting! It definitely presents itself in the color scheme he used as well. Thanks so much 😊
Lovely work! You captured her emotions so well. When I want to make art but have no pressure I make an easy doodle picture and create a birthday or Christmas card. Easy and no pressure!
So happy to have found your channel. I'm currently struggling to get back into painting. Watching this episode really helped me realize I'm the only one. Such a great idea to look to other art for inspiration. I've been putting a lot of pressure on myself, relying to create from memory. Last week, I just played with my watercolors, but couldn't create anything. Now, watching this, I feel more confident to try again. I have to let go of the pressure and just enjoy making art again. Thank you so for sharing this message with all of us. It has really encouraged me to try again. P.S. Love your work space. Right now I'm trying to get my creative space a more inviting feel. Also, the production of your videos are well done.
A thousand congratulations, my love, studying for a master’s degree ..💕. I am happy that I found a person with the same passion and goal, but that I could not study as I like, since I am a Saudi, I live in my country, because there are customs and traditions, and fathers are destroying the future of their daughters. Artist and TOT Art Trainer I am grateful to have you in my life 💚🇸🇦
I moved to Saudi - Riyadh - and Im having a tough time finding an art community here. From Dubai. I was lucky that my dad supported art , although he encouraged flowers and camels. He doesnt get my pop art style. I wish you the best. Never give up. You can still paint for YOU! No one can destroy what you are born with ✨️
I was not able to study art in school either at first, but I hope you are able to find a way to include it in your life! Even if it is just for a hobby it will still bring you joy 😊 wishing you the best ❤️
I love your videos! So calm and relaxing. You're an inspiration to me and your puppy is to DIE for!!!
Thank you! She has been so much fun 😊
Your videos are always relaxing and inspiring to watch. I love the beautiful painting and the backstory with it. Thank you as always and wish you a beautiful day.
Thanks so much!! Have a wonderful week 😊
@@AshleighKing You are truly welcome and I thank you so so much.
Your art vlog is always amazing and beautiful, perfectly attractive! ✨💕😍
Thanks so much!!
I do something similar when I’m tried from the day but still want to create. It’s a non-classical approach but drawing fan art of anime or animations I love and/or drawing anything of nature with Pinterest inspo or animals especially my own pets is always a great subject that brings me so much joy and comes more easily when I want o practice art without pressure. Another lovely, relaxing and throughly vlog. Thank you for sharing 😊🙏
Ashleigh, I must say...Bravo to how you express your journey with the world...with us! It takes immense courage...I am working full-time and try to pull out time to self learn...have an art journal IG account not public though as these are not my original work...just practicing and learning! Expressing my journey scares me! So thank you...and may you keep shining!
Also, loove Mango🧡🐶💜🍀
I really hope to paint my fur babies! Cheerio!
"A journey needs to be scary, otherwise it's just a vacation."
(quotation accredited to me 😁)
Hi Aishleigh. I enjoy watching all your videos. Nice painting. Thanks for sharing 👌❤️😊
Agreed! As an engineer, I usually have to mimic existing designs until my understanding increases enough to try new and hopefully more efficient processes.
Also- The Absinthe Drinker study was beautifully done . ❤ Thanks for another excellent vlog experience ❤
That's a great example! Thank you🥰❤️
@@AshleighKing ❤️
I love your videos, they are so warming and relaxing, very pleasant music, beautiful paintings and cozy life moments ❤❤❤
Beautiful work, I think I like yours more. This is a great idea.
My family never understand why I paint after the painters I love. I learn so much... But sometimes I think they feel I will never have a style of my own. Thank you this helped me a lot.
How lucky you are to live in such a beautiful home and close to nature.. everything is so aesthetical ❤️
Appreciated your thoughtful comments on the how why of your art composition. I learned so much.
Great job! Dont stop!! Thank you!
Beautiful work!! I love the video, it’s so relaxing. When I can’t think of what to paint or draw I usually copy flower paintings. Either from Pinterest or I follow videos. I have a sketchbook dedicated for times like this when I just don’t want to think of colors or how to mix them or what to draw. And sometimes I just do swatching of the colors I have. Usually I write from where I copied the drawing ( Pinterest, a book I have , instagram with the name of artist, and you tube).
Hi Ashleigh! I’m very happy you uploaded today, especially since it’s my birthday today ❤️❤️❤️
Happy birthday!! I hope it’s wonderful 😊🫶🏻❤️
@@AshleighKing thank you so much 🥺❤️
I love, love, your explanation of the woman seated without the other character. Showing the shadow of him to add darkness to the mood… so smart. I really enjoyed this video, including your darling puppy! I am a new subscriber to your channel. I’m happy there are still some artists not switching over to Patreon, thank you for that. It’s just not possible to support artists individually like that. I don’t think anyway and I’m an artist.
Gratitude for the video and showing other ways to study watercolor. Thank you very much!😊😊😊
I took some painting classes, and we started doing a masters study. I think they are so useful
Thanks for sharing
That was beautiful! I always look forward to your videos, especially ones when you get cool frames at thrift stores!
Thank you! I’m always looking for a reason to go to the thrift store haha 😊
omg your puppy is so precious!
One of my favorite channel when you doing a gouache video
Your videos are so peaceful 🥰
Thank you! 🥹
Interesting video! I've tried master copies twice so far -- once with Caravaggio and once with Kehinde Wiley. The paintings were at the Wadsworth Atheneum in Hartford, CT. I sketched in the museum (intimidating!!!), and then painted at home. I definitely want to try that some more. I noticed a lot about the paintings that I hadn't noticed before.
Excellent video. I'm a musician, but have long insisted the same is true for music. We should have known it all along, but Mr. Suzuki taught us once and for all.
Thank you so much for this video! I have always just used the photos I saved on my phone but I think having physical master copies would be so much better. 😁
Copying art is good help cause sometimes while doing that new ideas can pop up...and if not, it's like a very effective warm up exercise which results into something derivative but good.
I really need to do a few master studies of Vermeer's work or even Caravaggio, would prob help with lights and darks
looked like a great walk with pup amongst the changing coloured leaves 🙂
Go for it! Those are some complicated works, but I know you'd learn so much from them!
Love this 🥰❤️❤️ the cinematography, the commentary everything!
Thanks so much! 🫶🏻😊
Mango has grown!!
Too fast! 🥹
Well done, you made it look effortless. Having my water and paint palette on the right when left handed, would drive me crazy.
Gorgeous interpretation...thank you for sharing!
Amoooo seus videos e sua jornada!!! Parabéns!!!
Wonderful video. This is an interesting topic, and got me very inspired!
I've also found copying with your left hand if you are right handed.. or copying without looking at your drawing, but only the original source will free your imagination.
In fact using your utensils in a creative way (like taping charcoal to your finger, or taping a brush on a long stick) will not only free you from techniques, but challenge what technical ability actually is... Thanks for the video.
Glad discovering your channel...truly inspiring. Thank you🌿☘️
I love ur Puppy!
Hi Ashleigh, nice to see u, u inspire me as always. Your painting getting better n better keep it up my friend...
Thank you so much!
Thanks! This is a great idea!
I like your golden retriever ❤ he is so pretty like everything in this video
It turned out gorgeous! I’m not at the point where I could do this, yet, but I want to be
I love your drawing very much and your videos are amazing I hope you keep uploading videos 🦋😔.
Thank you! 🫶🏻🥰
Amei sua pintura!
Amazing painting
I like to note the original source for my own recollection and knowledge and because years later I wonder did I do this sketch as my own original in an art class or did I copy a print or did I follow an online tutorial. If I use a print I often include a photocopy in the facing page of my sketchbook or if it’s from a step by step book or online tutorial I make a note in the corner (like done from so and so’s tutorial; or exercise using Monet’s [title]). Also important to acknowledge photographs I didn’t take (“based on photo by Jane Smith”) that way if I want to use it or share the art later I know it’s ok if it was from my own photograph or not ok (or need to ask permission) if someone else’s photo.
So far I’ve only done copies or interpretations of other paintings. I think of it as my art school. The next step is my own painting.
That’s a great way to learn!
Beautiful Scenery
You're so amazing! 😍😍🥰🥰
Thanks for sharing:) beautiful
Thank you!! 🫶🏻
She's not lonely, she's seeing green fairies (from the Absinthe). :-) Great video. Subscribed.
So nice❤❤❤💋
I recently started to paint. And I am able to replicate the paintings I like online. But I don't know how to create my own painting....!! Would love to learn more tips from you.
Thank you so much for such a great video....
Agreed! Art studies are extremely useful for developing your painting skills,so don't let anyone tell you otherwise :)
So enjoyed this video
Good topic! Oh my…I had a post a few months ago on IG of artwork I did that was a copy of a very respected, but not exactly famous, turn of the century artist, Thomas Waterman Wood. I did a photo showing both works right next to each other. Of course, his work was obvious. His paintings are in some top museums in the U.S. He was mostly known for his portraits, but also did beautiful naturalist and botanical works. The one I copied was his Blue Cheeked Barbet bird. I printed out a copy and then traced it onto wc paper. I could have attempted to draw the outlines myself, but it would have taken so long just to get that done…so much erasing and stating over, and I’d just be frustrated. I never finished it and want to get back to it to fill in lots more detailing. But what I did complete looks pretty good, if I do say so myself.👍 And it was a great learning experience for me. As long as you’re using art that is in the public domain or that you have permission to copy or don’t need permission, like what you may find on Unsplash, you can copy it. But proper credit should always be given no matter, especially if you’re straight-up copying. If you’re doing it “in the style of” and more as an inspirational source and what you’re using as a resource original is not recognizable as such, then I don’t think attribution is necessary. As an art teacher once said to our class about using photos or photos of art, “just make it yours.”
Best way to learn
What brush are you using. I LOVE YOUR VIDEOS. You having such a calming demeanor.
Hi :) I have a few questions
1. Is being a painter fulfilling in your heart and soul? Why?
2. What are some advantages of being a painter? & what are some disadvantages?
Btw your paintings are amazing 😁😁😁
Beautiful!!
Thank you! 😊
Awesomeness
beautiful 👍
Thanks a lot!
I think you may like to raise your easel and work slightly more upright 😬 “Chasing the bead” I’d a fabulous technique that also allows you to help your posture. I wish I could work at night like you… does the lighting play tricks on you at all? I usually wake up hating the colors in the day light 😰
Hi, I was wondering if you could give some book recs about doing art, because I'm really struggling to find any.
Thank you so much for such a great video
Thanks for sharing your thoughts 🥀 🌸🦋💙💙
Do you have your artwork being printed on casetify cases?
I don't, but that would be an awesome goal :)
Excellent
What book is that reference from?
Hello Ashleigh, I have been watching your videos for some time and enjoy watching you paint and your thought process. After many many years I decided to do something for myself and picked up the paintbrush and I have been learning how to use certain mediums. I haven't studied art, I just do it for myself, in a way to prove my self-worth. I have watched many on youtube striving for excellence and to understand the masters etc. However, I feel so many are so fixated on what's already been achieved rather than what can be achieved. Aren't we all the puppeteers of our work? As Jetgoldranger stated below what were these Masters thinking at the time? Why did they put the shadow there? Perhaps they also "cropped" or used their artistic license to make the work interesting? We will never know. The Masters created techniques - not just followed others. It's good to know the past, however, there is also a future to be found.
It's an interesting topic for sure, though I decided not to work towards excellence, instead expressing myself the way I want regardless if the techniques are right or wrong.
Isn't that want art is? Self-expression? If someone can splash paint on a canvas or paint in a similar style to a 5-year-old and sell it for $1 million (which I still can't get my head around it), I shouldn't feel my work isn't good enough as I haven't followed "rules 1 to 20".
Who knows, perhaps someone in the future will recognize some genius in my work without me even realizing it at the time.
Perhaps being a hobbyist and not academically studied my beliefs are questionable. When I paint, I want it to be a reflection of me, not because some fancy pants man back in the 14th century said it needs to be done this way.
Have "we" complicated things to the point we are missing the point, or do we crave the structure and the ideals to feel overwhelmed and to constantly question ourselves? The mind boggles.
Also, just a suggestion. Ever considered painting a self-portrait and capturing yourself at that moment? A moment in time where emotion, being happy or sad or perhaps holding something that has significant meaning to you. You capture moods amazingly, such as the lady in your painting. Now that would be amazing to see.
Perhaps an A0-A2 size. Why paint small when you can paint big? 🤣 You could also do it as a Part 1, Part 2 Part 3 video. Thank you for all your hard work.
I love comments that are so insightful and dedicated. Ashleigh must appreciate creating such a wonderful community.
These are all very interesting points! I agree there is much to be learned from old masters, but also a lot to be discovered and appreciated in our own explorations. I think there’s definitely room for both of these outlooks in our art creation.
For example, in order to break the rules and create something “new/exciting” we have to first learn what the rules of art are. So we’re breaking them with reason in a way that can be appreciated. But that’s just my opinion haha.
I appreciate you continuing this discussion! It is fun to think about 😊
@@AshleighKing I agree with you that you need to learn the basics in order to progress. I did just that with watercolour painting. Never used the medium before, You have a style that takes the old, throws in the new, and splashes coffee all over it (I'm a coffee lover) to give it life. Someone like myself can see how you break down the process whereas I like to challenge the rules and try something different. Ok, I have the perfect example.
I was trying to do a project the other day and wanted to paint a bunch of feathers overlapping each other. I tried it one way and it looked flat and unrealistic. Tried it again, and it was a slight improvement. So then I decided why not try something different.
(please don't send hate mail to me, those who might get offended 🤣)
This was using watercolours by the way. And yes I know how to use them, though I wanted to try something different.
So, I did an underpainting of grey shades as a first layer and then applied the colour above it as you would do with acrylics. And I tell you, I was shocked at the results. I got instant values. I was so proud of myself for trying this and thought "ok Mr fancy pants of the 14th century I just took your theory and threw it out the window."
So instead of doing the shadows above the layers, I did them first to see what would happen. 🤣
@@NikkiA.Art. haha that’s a great example!! I think that experimentation is the best part of creating; trying different things until we find was works for us or make us the most excited it! I definitely do that, but should probably try to experiment more often. 😊
@@AshleighKing Don't let me teach you bad habits. I come with a lifetime guarantee.
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Hi! I just found your channel. It’s beautiful. I have a genuine question, as an aspiring TH-camr, is it difficult to get those walking shots of you and your friends on your hike? I would imagine you have to set up the camera, walk by, then go back and get the camera. Are your friends okay with it? I’m struggling with filming around people. I get embarrassed lol. Thanks for any tips!
I really love your vlog
Am new to Watercolour
❤❤you are great
I love the music. Can you tell me who the artist or artists are?
I love you! 🥰
Lovely vlog
Thanks so much!
I love your videos ❤❤❤
You know? You are best 👑
Hello Ash
Im a newbi I just came across your video. I wanted to ask you do you make prints of your art? I wasnt really clear what you meant. Love your pup. This may sound silly but did you learn from someone who was also left handed? I tend to find left handed artist to what kind of strokes positions cause at times. It makes it confusing watching a right hander. She is very incredible love your art style too
Hi! Thank you 😊 I do make print that are available on my website!
I didn’t learn from a left handed artist, but I understand what you mean! We have to find ways to hold the brush/pencil differently so we don’t smudge our work haha.
Love your master study-I like the look on your girl’s face better than the original.
Just 5 mins ago i was crying and now I am much more better
Wishing you the best 🫶🏻🫶🏻🫶🏻