So, in case you are interested who watches your videos: I am a 70 year old, happily married female. Retired accountant, non painter, non creative person. Why have I watched? Your videos are soothing, interesting, and educational. What do I think of you? I only know you from the half dozen videos I have watched. You appear to be an old soul. I wish you a joyous life.
I know you’re improving and you appreciate your process, so I thought I’d say how much your hard work shows. Awesome to see another side that informs your work
I really dig your videos man. I greatly appreciate the commentary of the up and downsides and being so vocal about your flaws and strengths. The genuine honesty about your art that comes thru speaks volumes to me and that is what keeps me watching my friend. I've always been intimidated by the leap from drawing to painting and you've honestly have helped me in getting over that. So I thank you. Keep killing it bro
I'd rather say this privately, but you might find it easier to start with Gamblin Venetian Red and Gamblin warm white as a basic flesh, plus two more mixtures, one with tiny additions of G Naphtol for a warm flesh and another with tiny additions of G Perylene for a cool flesh. In parenthesis, I use a fantastic Williamsburg replacement Naples Yellow which is a soft yellow, the nearest to the old lead colour, if I need to make a more buttery flesh. I might cool down the Venetian red and Perylene with brush ends of untramarine. As you are going, re-check your drawing so that corners of eyes don't shift, or the ends of the mouth. If you choose to paint chiaroscuro, make sure your highlights don't go too bright. It is sometimes easier to adapt the Ansel Adams' Zone System of tones, with their descriptions, and literally mix up a series of stepped tones in between your chosen lightest and darkest value. But don't change your basic decisions in terms of tonal range. Great attitude!
I am a self taught artist, so yes I would love to see more traditional stuff, but I do like your style overall. Could you do a video maybe on going to art school to become an artist or not going. I have seen a lot of videos on TH-cam where people seem to be on the fence about that subject. I would love to go to an Atelier. 🙏🏽
Admittedly, I am not particularly well versed in modern TH-cam art videos, but you have a unique talent for teaching. I'm actually gardening and came in to grab some lights because it's well after dark here in Minneapolis. It's also cold as hell so I took a moment to warm up for a second. That 'second' has turned into an hour in front of your videos and I had to check in to see where you are at in the moment, but also to subscribe and turn on notifications-especially after viewing this last one. You are the perfect example for inspiring my 16 yr old kid who is about to have a lot of time on her hands. This will give her an opportunity to check out your channel and see how relaxed and open great art really can be. Everything is 100% perspective in our lives and how you feel about the life you're living is always hinged upon this truth. I know that I am learning a lot and being reminded of things that I've forgotten about the beauty of creating. Thank you for sharing this process. I'd certainly like to see more! Congratulations on biting the bullet and buckling down to schooling. I know that many worry about being influenced in ways that they don't want to be that will change who they are as individuals but it sounds like you've finally found the perfect perspective that will allow for you to flourish and grow even further as an incredible multi-faceted artist. I look forward to your next session!
Thanks for posting all of your videos brother. They are fun, free, and inspiring. This one specifically is so cool because you are learning the rules so that you can break them later......which is so cool to me. You’re already one hell of an artist, yet you seem so humble about learning more. There’s always more to learn. Keep it up. I wish you the best.
Art is such a good way to connect to people all over the world. I don't do Art myself but it is so relaxing an educational to watch your vids. I wish you all the best ! greets from germany
so happy to have found your channel dude. i'm getting back into art after a long break and have learnt something from every video i've seen so far. THANK YOU and merry painting/creating!
There's an Atelier school in my city (Boston) that's really reasonable. They do an entire Atelier program (that can be covered by tuition) or you can do Atelier classes/workshops/private lessons. I'm considering signing up for the summer courses. Traditional drawing and painting are at the core of all art styles, so I'd love to improve my observational skills.
Dude these kinda of videos are awesome. Def keep giving us some peeks into your artistic education and showing us your other faces as an artist. Like I saw a painting you did on your insta but tbh I didn’t know you could make this kind of stuff
Ok, you've got me with this video that YT recommended and I'm subscribing after I've watch part of another video of your stencil work. I am myself a more traditional portrait artist, and not to discredit the other work that you do, but this kind of work for me its much more interesting. Great videos man, keep it up!☺
Try using a glass surface as a palette man ( duct tape the edges so you don't slice yourself), much easier to wipe and keep tidy. Also means less paint gets absorbed into the surface, so you waste less. Keep up the good work!
Oh and if you need to keep certain mixes from drying (leaving them overnight etc), you can submerge it in water for a few days and it won't get water damaged like wood would.
Please could you make a video explaining how you work out what values or colours there are in a picture?? How do you know where to start/what are you looking for etc
Good things man. Where is the school you attend? I do wish I'd gone to an Art School. It can definitely help you become more "painterly." Something I need to work on more.
You had a good subject to paint! I've never done a serious self portrait, but many characatures, cuz I'm funny that way. The painting itself looked so much more serious than you actually look when on video. But really a job well done! Just a note: I would have liked to see the hair down for texture.
Good day sir new subscriber here. Btw im from philippines . Sir i have a question for you what is the best type of sketchbook using color pencil and also to the acrylic. Sorry for my bad eng. thank you sir. start watching ur all videos.
Man, you really got me. I can stay in your channel all day!! So video just explained or answered my question I guess? Was just gonna ask if you've been into art school ;) I wanna be your clone man. Haha. Only if that's not creepy. Lolz
Unfortunately, Specific group's Still have" Difficulty" grasping Where the ability to" Focus" On that concept of "Genuineness" Of re-Creating "Form".....keep On" Truckin" SLEW... ..🧠Brainy-Stuff!!!!
Reveal your rat in an extraordinary manner to fulfill your destiny prophecised in the days before time, in a world of mystical beings and giants of legend
Dance the holiest dance of a precious rat contained within your heart and dedicate your life to your rat with every fibre of your righteous being, sharing but only a minor passionate aspect with those you encounter, for you are yet to understand and realize the true power of such a glorious rat that has been bestowed upon you in our time of need, in this world of darkness.
@@butteredwettoastbro oh so very beautiful lmao hahahahahahahhaa, I am happy to have met my match after all these years, this was the most entertaining exchange on yt for me in a long time. I have never accepted defeat but you kept coming back harder and harder, I LOVE it!!!!! Peace from The UK
Do you paint from life? I live in the nyc area, lmk if you would like to paint outdoors from life. I'm always down to link up with like minded artists like the old masters did back in the day.
You want to paint like everybody else go to art school. There is no bad or better, right or wrong way to paint. Take risk create your own path your own style.
I love how you stress that this was practice, a lot of people forget to do that,they just jump to expressive art without a basic understanding of how to work diffrent elements to get a desired peice. Even if youre natually talented, if you dont practice you'll never evolve as an artist
So, in case you are interested who watches your videos: I am a 70 year old, happily married female. Retired accountant, non painter, non creative person.
Why have I watched? Your videos are soothing, interesting, and educational.
What do I think of you? I only know you from the half dozen videos I have watched. You appear to be an old soul.
I wish you a joyous life.
thumbs up for painting and drawing yourself
You have clicked with a 70 year old accountant who says art doesn't get you chicks
10 minutes went like nothing. So aesthetic, I enjoyed every single second, keep it up man!
I know you’re improving and you appreciate your process, so I thought I’d say how much your hard work shows. Awesome to see another side that informs your work
I really dig your videos man. I greatly appreciate the commentary of the up and downsides and being so vocal about your flaws and strengths. The genuine honesty about your art that comes thru speaks volumes to me and that is what keeps me watching my friend. I've always been intimidated by the leap from drawing to painting and you've honestly have helped me in getting over that. So I thank you. Keep killing it bro
I'd rather say this privately, but you might find it easier to start with Gamblin Venetian Red and Gamblin warm white as a basic flesh, plus two more mixtures, one with tiny additions of G Naphtol for a warm flesh and another with tiny additions of G Perylene for a cool flesh. In parenthesis, I use a fantastic Williamsburg replacement Naples Yellow which is a soft yellow, the nearest to the old lead colour, if I need to make a more buttery flesh. I might cool down the Venetian red and Perylene with brush ends of untramarine. As you are going, re-check your drawing so that corners of eyes don't shift, or the ends of the mouth. If you choose to paint chiaroscuro, make sure your highlights don't go too bright. It is sometimes easier to adapt the Ansel Adams' Zone System of tones, with their descriptions, and literally mix up a series of stepped tones in between your chosen lightest and darkest value. But don't change your basic decisions in terms of tonal range. Great attitude!
The way you've moved onto even more professional videos and expanding your knowledge onto others is amazing. Keep killing it brother.
I am a self taught artist, so yes I would love to see more traditional stuff, but I do like your style overall. Could you do a video maybe on going to art school to become an artist or not going. I have seen a lot of videos on TH-cam where people seem to be on the fence about that subject. I would love to go to an Atelier. 🙏🏽
Your vids bring me joy man
Admittedly, I am not particularly well versed in modern TH-cam art videos, but you have a unique talent for teaching. I'm actually gardening and came in to grab some lights because it's well after dark here in Minneapolis. It's also cold as hell so I took a moment to warm up for a second. That 'second' has turned into an hour in front of your videos and I had to check in to see where you are at in the moment, but also to subscribe and turn on notifications-especially after viewing this last one. You are the perfect example for inspiring my 16 yr old kid who is about to have a lot of time on her hands. This will give her an opportunity to check out your channel and see how relaxed and open great art really can be. Everything is 100% perspective in our lives and how you feel about the life you're living is always hinged upon this truth. I know that I am learning a lot and being reminded of things that I've forgotten about the beauty of creating. Thank you for sharing this process. I'd certainly like to see more! Congratulations on biting the bullet and buckling down to schooling. I know that many worry about being influenced in ways that they don't want to be that will change who they are as individuals but it sounds like you've finally found the perfect perspective that will allow for you to flourish and grow even further as an incredible multi-faceted artist. I look forward to your next session!
Im from Minneapolis too! Keep making art!
Im nt from Minneapolis
Thanks for posting all of your videos brother. They are fun, free, and inspiring. This one specifically is so cool because you are learning the rules so that you can break them later......which is so cool to me. You’re already one hell of an artist, yet you seem so humble about learning more. There’s always more to learn. Keep it up. I wish you the best.
Art is such a good way to connect to people all over the world. I don't do Art myself but it is so relaxing an educational to watch your vids.
I wish you all the best !
greets from germany
Props for not limiting yourself to one area of art.
I prefer limitations and also statutes
Good job. Keep on refining your craft
I had not seen this traditional side of your work yet... New 2 the channel. Liking so far. More please😊
I really admire your dedication to constantly learn & improve! Seriously. Growth is important...
I love watching the oil paintings
I so enjoy watching, listening to your processes, and how freely you be you.
You are seriously so underrated as a youtuber/artist . Keep up the good work 👏👏👋
I had NO IDEA you had this side of you tucked away!!! I LOVE IT, bring it out!! woop SLEW my master
so happy to have found your channel dude. i'm getting back into art after a long break and have learnt something from every video i've seen so far. THANK YOU and merry painting/creating!
There's an Atelier school in my city (Boston) that's really reasonable. They do an entire Atelier program (that can be covered by tuition) or you can do Atelier classes/workshops/private lessons. I'm considering signing up for the summer courses. Traditional drawing and painting are at the core of all art styles, so I'd love to improve my observational skills.
I like your attitude buddy 👍
You are such a good artist could u please do video about how you make your colours before doing a portrait
so interesting. i cant stop watching your videos
more oil and acrylic paintings please good work man
Beautiful work! I love your channel and appreciate you sharing your journey and art tips
awesome portraits! More characters on the wall. Greetings from Poland!
love the oil paintings / fine arts... awesome job man
love this video and all your videos! especially love your studio
Good job, Slew!
Dude these kinda of videos are awesome. Def keep giving us some peeks into your artistic education and showing us your other faces as an artist. Like I saw a painting you did on your insta but tbh I didn’t know you could make this kind of stuff
He told me he doesn't like you and so will not do more of these kind
Your art is awesome 👍👍👍👍👍
Salute Slew! Amazing work as always!
Ok, you've got me with this video that YT recommended and I'm subscribing after I've watch part of another video of your stencil work. I am myself a more traditional portrait artist, and not to discredit the other work that you do, but this kind of work for me its much more interesting. Great videos man, keep it up!☺
Try using a glass surface as a palette man ( duct tape the edges so you don't slice yourself), much easier to wipe and keep tidy. Also means less paint gets absorbed into the surface, so you waste less. Keep up the good work!
Oh and if you need to keep certain mixes from drying (leaving them overnight etc), you can submerge it in water for a few days and it won't get water damaged like wood would.
@@butteredwettoastbro god bless your soul
Have you considered using glass in your palette? It’s a game changer. Also having multiple palettes is also really helpful
Would be cool to see you using a mirror as refference when doing the self portrait instead of the photos
Could you do a video on values, like how to mix the paint and how to know how to add certain colors?
Very cool! 😊🙌🏾💯🔥
Bring on the painting....oils, acrylics, watercolor...yea man!
More more like this!!
This excellent brother, keep it up!
Please could you make a video explaining how you work out what values or colours there are in a picture?? How do you know where to start/what are you looking for etc
Good things man. Where is the school you attend? I do wish I'd gone to an Art School. It can definitely help you become more "painterly." Something I need to work on more.
looks really good bro
Wow!
amazing!
This is dope
It’s beautiful
Is that your studio/home that you are filming from? And what is that view from the window? Just discovered you and your channel :))
You had a good subject to paint! I've never done a serious self portrait, but many characatures, cuz I'm funny that way. The painting itself looked so much more serious than you actually look when on video. But really a job well done! Just a note: I would have liked to see the hair down for texture.
I am happy that i found your channel coincidentally :).
Love it
saludo amigo soy desde venezuela . tu programa es bueno motiva al ver tu obra tiene buena tenica
you did great!
You did okay.
you can tell how hard you work on these videos ,I think you should have more subscribers so that people can recognise you hard work and effort
Cara você e um gênio.
You are all ready a good artist
I am a fartist
u are the realest
You are a liar and a fake jewellery maker
What kind of apartment do you live in ? It's awesome!
you deserve more views man, congrats and keep it up -fellow artist
Super cool vid!!!
Super gay
you should really post more of your portrait studies.
Good day sir new subscriber here. Btw im from philippines . Sir i have a question for you what is the best type of sketchbook using color pencil and also to the acrylic. Sorry for my bad eng. thank you sir. start watching ur all videos.
I aspire to be like you one day
Good job keep on !!
Thanks for the encouragment
Mastrubation
Wait, was that a painting of nightelf crying next to burned teldrassil ?:D
Well done lad!
Ey up lad come down tut pub fer some bread n drippin
Man, you really got me. I can stay in your channel all day!! So video just explained or answered my question I guess? Was just gonna ask if you've been into art school ;)
I wanna be your clone man. Haha. Only if that's not creepy. Lolz
you seems as an antique artist to me
Great video!!
Nope
You draw so quick at drawing! I take so much longer
Unfortunately, Specific group's
Still have" Difficulty" grasping
Where the ability to" Focus"
On that concept of "Genuineness"
Of re-Creating "Form".....keep
On" Truckin" SLEW...
..🧠Brainy-Stuff!!!!
Love u work man...my name is Alfred A.K.A Jay from South Africa
My name is John a.k.a cum bucket from North Korea
im in love
Get ur rat out then
Release ur rat and demonstrate your throbbing love
Reveal your rat in an extraordinary manner to fulfill your destiny prophecised in the days before time, in a world of mystical beings and giants of legend
Dance the holiest dance of a precious rat contained within your heart and dedicate your life to your rat with every fibre of your righteous being, sharing but only a minor passionate aspect with those you encounter, for you are yet to understand and realize the true power of such a glorious rat that has been bestowed upon you in our time of need, in this world of darkness.
@@butteredwettoastbro oh so very beautiful lmao hahahahahahahhaa, I am happy to have met my match after all these years, this was the most entertaining exchange on yt for me in a long time. I have never accepted defeat but you kept coming back harder and harder, I LOVE it!!!!! Peace from The UK
This man makes me want to be 20 again!!!
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hahhaha yhea painting portraits really is a rollercoaster of emotions XD
No it is not
@@constablebentonfraser5014 stfu
Track name at 5:36 please
Do you paint from life? I live in the nyc area, lmk if you would like to paint outdoors from life. I'm always down to link up with like minded artists like the old masters did back in the day.
Is this a young Owen Wilson?
👌
almost at ten thousand 🔥🔥
No
Figured out why the name slew
.. wicked
How dare you
What is the name of your Instagram Page?
You want to paint like everybody else go to art school. There is no bad or better, right or wrong way to paint. Take risk create your own path your own style.
I love how you stress that this was practice, a lot of people forget to do that,they just jump to expressive art without a basic understanding of how to work diffrent elements to get a desired peice. Even if youre natually talented, if you dont practice you'll never evolve as an artist
I evolved as a vulva and became a full fledged vaginer without practice so u r wrong
the intro music made me feel like i was 13 in lumbridge... ode to the good days