I painted on all my favorite books...

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  • @poogie_
    @poogie_ ปีที่แล้ว +8054

    Martina “I’m not so good with watercolours”.
    Also Martina *proceeds to create masterpieces*

    • @unvrs-hg4vu
      @unvrs-hg4vu ปีที่แล้ว +116

      She is so humble that she forgets how amazing she is 💜🙏

    • @qkh5600
      @qkh5600 ปีที่แล้ว

      Martina n'est pas humaine ... c'est une elfe 🤩

    • @n.c.pictures
      @n.c.pictures ปีที่แล้ว +70

      Every artist ever tbh 😂😂😂

    • @frankierzucekjr
      @frankierzucekjr ปีที่แล้ว +39

      Lmao I just commented something similar. I love how she acts like this is difficult then knocks it outta the park hahaha. She's just too darn good at painting and most other things hahha

    • @Bundalaba
      @Bundalaba ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I had picture of how the castle may look like but she works and DANG that looks GOOD

  • @whycantifeelmyface
    @whycantifeelmyface ปีที่แล้ว +5230

    I'd definitely watch a series where she just does this to all her books...

    • @Berjoza.
      @Berjoza. ปีที่แล้ว +204

      Imagine if you would have a moveable bookshelf wich looks normal from one side and you could turn it around and reveal all the magnificent art

    • @erizamisorafujoshi7002
      @erizamisorafujoshi7002 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Yeah, me too

    • @nephicus339
      @nephicus339 ปีที่แล้ว +42

      How long until she adds LEDs? :P

    • @jujubahandrade5466
      @jujubahandrade5466 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Same

    • @matthilton999
      @matthilton999 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same! So amazingly talented and lovely x

  • @nicolasperel8026
    @nicolasperel8026 ปีที่แล้ว +1304

    I love the fact that the glove she created actually helps her in life so much that she decided to wear it ^^

    • @MelkisgoedvoorJan
      @MelkisgoedvoorJan ปีที่แล้ว +36

      Right? That's so cool!

    • @TsuLoki999
      @TsuLoki999 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      The glove moves pretty naturally too!

    • @Riddhima.s
      @Riddhima.s 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Which glove?

    • @WheezingBobcat
      @WheezingBobcat 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      ​@Riddhi_theONEandONLY Left hand. Gives her an artificial pinky to work with.

  • @rubykub8751
    @rubykub8751 ปีที่แล้ว +1830

    I love the fact that Martina now uses her new badass glove each time

    • @stormystormy_co
      @stormystormy_co ปีที่แล้ว +41

      Ditto! It looks sick✨😎✨!

    • @ghosts2885
      @ghosts2885 ปีที่แล้ว +63

      I didn't even notice it at first. It honestly just blends in so well

    • @chrisgould5606
      @chrisgould5606 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      I noticed that too. Martina and her prosthetic pinky. She should write a book!

    • @zitronentee2302
      @zitronentee2302 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      i think its to get used to it.
      my guess is she wants to see if she should invest in a better prostetic/ invest time into making a better one

    • @Steven-qc2sz
      @Steven-qc2sz ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I was waiting for this video. I was really curious to see if the new finger was functional or just cool looking. Looks to be functional, wouldn't be surprised if a non-profit ask for a collaboration to help others, especially children.

  • @gownerjones
    @gownerjones ปีที่แล้ว +927

    I cannot emphasize enough how happy it makes me that she is using the finger. The finger is such an underrated thing. This means that any of us can make functional prosthetic body parts in our own homes. I love that.

    • @verybarebones
      @verybarebones ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Any of us that can afford a 3d printer and a workshop

    • @gownerjones
      @gownerjones ปีที่แล้ว +53

      @@verybarebones A printer good enough for that costs maybe $150. That's how much mine was. And you don't need a workshop, just one surface in your place you can clean off for a while, some sandpaper, and if you really want the led, some wire, an led and a soldering iron.

    • @oldtoby2194
      @oldtoby2194 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Have to start somewhere. Apply concepts to wood blocks and tree branches with a pocket knife if you must. The ideal remains: Passion.

    • @tillorrly1128
      @tillorrly1128 ปีที่แล้ว +29

      ​@@verybarebones you don't need to own a 3D-Printer. There are hackerspaces, makerspaces or fablabs all around the world. They usually have at least one that you can use.

    • @verybarebones
      @verybarebones ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@gownerjones yeah lots of people dont have 150 bucks plus the space to spare? Prosthesis shouldnt depend on your ability to buy a 3d printer, this is just healthcare.

  • @ZonnaWarde
    @ZonnaWarde ปีที่แล้ว +460

    Martina, regardless of whether you are making a diorama, painting on canvas, painting on book ends or making armour and swords you never fail in astounding me. You have immense talent. Please never lose your passion for creating beautiful pieces of art. Thanks for sharing your passion with random strangers on the internet like me.

  • @RobCabreraCh
    @RobCabreraCh ปีที่แล้ว +1684

    I would love to see her family member's reaction to their books being returned

  • @StxrryN1ght
    @StxrryN1ght ปีที่แล้ว +1867

    Martina realizing that one book is shorter than the rest and can't unsee it is the best 😂

    • @Masked_One_1316
      @Masked_One_1316 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      how dare you comment this! Now its bothering me and I'm not even at that point yet.

    • @HackedRealitySIM
      @HackedRealitySIM ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Your poem rhymes 🤓

    • @caw25sha
      @caw25sha ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Mine are completely different editions and The Return of the King is a tiny bit shorter as well. Never noticed before. Is this some sort of worldwide conspiracy?

    • @pinchopaxtonsgreatestminds9591
      @pinchopaxtonsgreatestminds9591 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      The book is such a pest, I would lock it in a chest!

    • @IAmAnItalianPizza
      @IAmAnItalianPizza ปีที่แล้ว +8

      My adhd would make me reprint the whole thing i'm not even kidding 😭

  • @shyPandemonium
    @shyPandemonium ปีที่แล้ว +319

    Your fearlessness to dive into these projects head on even though you’re unsure about what you’re doing is inspiring to me. When I have the space for my own little art studio I want to do huge, ambitious projects like you do ❤️ thanks for being awesome

    • @Corshclaw_RPG
      @Corshclaw_RPG ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Tip from my own experience: don't wait to have space or a dedicated studio. That's #1 excuse for procrastination. A kitchen table will do as well! Be creative with what you already have at hand, the rest is just comfort.

  • @joebonomono
    @joebonomono ปีที่แล้ว +978

    I like how she and Hansi work in so many different mediums, paint, foam, leather, electronics, so varied. Every episode is something new and little of the same. Very nice.

  • @velmi_malenkaja_zabka
    @velmi_malenkaja_zabka ปีที่แล้ว +420

    Martina: I usually paint with acrylic on big canvas, so I will start with something simple
    Also Martina: take the smallest book, bend it and paints it with aquarelle 😸

  • @sadiemaxfield7566
    @sadiemaxfield7566 ปีที่แล้ว +102

    I like how you have the time passing in the background- gives a good perspective on how long these actually take you! Your work is incredible

  • @Rikiiiiiii
    @Rikiiiiiii ปีที่แล้ว +456

    With this, you don't even open a book anymore, you open the story and its universe itself...excellent work !

  • @Induis
    @Induis ปีที่แล้ว +170

    I love the little Aragorn stopping Pippin from throwing stones 🥰😂

  • @healgrowlovecommunity8397
    @healgrowlovecommunity8397 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    I'm amazed how Martina appeared to do the LOTR and HP paintings without looking at any reference images. THAT'S a true fan!!!

    • @emmiold2071
      @emmiold2071 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

      She does, sometimes you see her phone on the table with references. But thats fine.

  • @Semetoaster
    @Semetoaster ปีที่แล้ว +340

    I think the best part of these videos is the genuine joy and appreciation of the one's own work. Especially young artists are often self-deprecating when talking about projects they've done, so it's a great example to set! It'd be impossible for me as a viewer to find anything to pick on in anything on this channel, all the projects are so beautiful and magical, but I'm sure Martina and Hansi are their own biggest critics. Still, they don't let it show in a non-constructive way. So happy to watch these videos

    • @StefanCreates
      @StefanCreates ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Thank you for this comment. I'm definitely my biggest critic but I'm also my biggest fan, I can just get so hyped over constantly discovering my skills are leveling up :D. But I've been made to feel like showing this appreciation is egotistical and self centered. Or maybe I talked that into my own head, who knows. So it's nice to know I don't have to feel like that ^^

    • @lano3042
      @lano3042 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@StefanCreates definitely! we've been so used to try not to brag about our work and the things we are proud of, but honestly sometimes you just deserve it! :) it's not self-centered, it's just self-appreciation

  • @amaliesrajbrova2086
    @amaliesrajbrova2086 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    Watercolour especially on a small scale is such a tough art medium, stacked books are a very tough canvas... and Martina just gigachaded her way through to beautiful, magical art pieces

  • @P-Mouse
    @P-Mouse ปีที่แล้ว +11

    i would think edges like this really adds to the experience & first impression of a book,
    I'm kinda surprised we don't see them more often printed at a large-scale, mass produced.
    For special editions and such.

  • @MrHrannsi
    @MrHrannsi ปีที่แล้ว +569

    "In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit"
    Well,
    somewhere in Norway there lives a lady named Martina, and her mind-boggling creativity entertains millions of people around the world, this is just amazing.
    Edit: the door of Moria is an excellent subject for the Lord of the Rings.

    • @carriebrown5234
      @carriebrown5234 ปีที่แล้ว

      Much more interesting than the hobbit (no offense to hobbits) don't you think?

  • @abigailhubbard6345
    @abigailhubbard6345 ปีที่แล้ว +616

    Just when I thought you couldn’t possibly do any better you absolutely blew my mind with the hogwarts one 😭

  • @SwtGrnEyed86
    @SwtGrnEyed86 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Martina! You are so talented!! Just the sketching alone is remarkable, then you add magic with the watercolors!! I'm blown away. These turned out so amazing. I could no sooner pick a favorite of these books to read than pick a favorite painting. You did good girl!!💕

  • @OhMyGlobbb
    @OhMyGlobbb ปีที่แล้ว +85

    I love that we all know how amazing Martina is and that her project will always be mind blowing, yet she is always genuinely surprised that things turn out so well 😂💜 So talented, these are beautiful

  • @angelsinthewindow
    @angelsinthewindow ปีที่แล้ว +49

    "I am not good at watercolors." - Martina
    Also Martina in same Video - Knocks it out of the park with her watercolor paintings on the sides of books.
    Your artwork is so amazing and you seem to end up being good at anything you put your mind to. I look up to you and love that you are so creative! Stay Magical!

  • @hermione8362
    @hermione8362 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    This is AWESOME 🤩 I‘ve been wanting to do this for a while now but never trusted myself to paint my books. I mean they’re books right? So precious… but now I feel like doing it first thing in the morning.
    Thanks for the inspiration and your creative work ❤ the paintings are stunning and I want them standing on my shelf 😆
    And your videos always cheer me up ☺️ it’s so cool to watch you all excited for the projects you do!

  • @ginbug7061
    @ginbug7061 ปีที่แล้ว +97

    Wow!! Just goes to show exactly how technically skilled Martina is!! Using an unfamiliar medium on a canvas that you aren’t comfortable with, yet still producing stunning paintings every time!

  • @ethannewhouse7541
    @ethannewhouse7541 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    Amazing art as always!!! On a side note, it's oddly satisfying to see your cyberpunk glove pinky moving so naturally. You're a Cyborg Martina, lol.

  • @madio7237
    @madio7237 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    They look so amazing! it would look so cool if she did that with either the Percy Jackson/Heroes of Olympus books or the A Court Of Thorns And Roses series.

    • @Axolotllova
      @Axolotllova ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes Percy Jackson would look so cool it’d probably be a little chaotic

  • @joaoleite3433
    @joaoleite3433 ปีที่แล้ว +228

    You are the only TH-cam channel that, as soon as a new video comes out, I have to watch it IMMEDIATELY, regardless of what it is. Simply wonderful! Keep up the amazing work!

    • @andrewmcteigue8736
      @andrewmcteigue8736 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Jep same❤

    • @ConnorBrowneller
      @ConnorBrowneller ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@andrewmcteigue8736 diddo

    • @Feiroo
      @Feiroo ปีที่แล้ว +2

      exactly

    • @michellerowe64
      @michellerowe64 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Me to

    • @jodyknight
      @jodyknight ปีที่แล้ว +4

      But of course, I just can't wait to see what Martina makes next. 😍🥰

  • @mitzichairez5564
    @mitzichairez5564 ปีที่แล้ว +363

    If this is the visual description of "im not good with watercolor " I can't wait to see what she can do once she's a pro with watercolor this is a masterpiece already

    • @ragecandy
      @ragecandy ปีที่แล้ว +3

      She said she paints with gouache which is like 90% the same thing

    • @inerti4
      @inerti4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ​@@ragecandy I respectfully disagree. She used watercolor as gouache here (which fits the project), but watercolor techniques are far more complicated than this. Check out Agnes Cecile for a great example.

  • @juanfernandez812
    @juanfernandez812 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    she has become such an amazing artist over the years like omg this is INSANE i love this and you, it is SO inspiring

  • @sogwatchman
    @sogwatchman ปีที่แล้ว +121

    It's really not fair how talented she is... The Doors of Durin on the Tolkien set are amazing.

  • @StewChicken42
    @StewChicken42 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    This is stunning.
    You are magical, Martina.
    😭

  • @suzanwilson109
    @suzanwilson109 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    you never cease to amaze me, Martina!! Beautiful books and gorgeous paintings!!! I wish you could make painting classes or just recordings that explain how you learned your techniques and how you use them in the right, particular places. I think that a lot of young artists would find it very helpful to learn from someone who is not boring and teaches it in a very unique way. Thank you for your videos, Martina!

  • @kevinschimmel8842
    @kevinschimmel8842 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    Her array of skills and her art is almost unbelievable.

  • @Sam-jp6nu
    @Sam-jp6nu ปีที่แล้ว +14

    That Hogwarts painting is breathtaking
    She is an amazing artist

  • @iamsherlocked2
    @iamsherlocked2 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    “I am not good with water colours”… Well, I wish I was that bad at watercolours, let’s put it that way! Just… omgaaaad…. Hogwarts is so beautiful!! I love that Martina lives these series as much as I do and has so much reverence for them also. Did them A++ justice.

  • @jaycamp6298
    @jaycamp6298 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    If you do this again, you should try to make it so that each books artwork stands on its own but also works as a piece in the set. For example, draw the final battle scene with 1 person on each book, and the background works as a way to make the pieces cohesive. You have proven you are INCREDIBLY talented so I think it would be something you could do

    • @Manj_J
      @Manj_J ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes to this idea, it would be so cool!

  • @antonemberbroque4452
    @antonemberbroque4452 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your use of Areal Perspective in your paintings are breathtaking.

  • @karendebbiejohnson7480
    @karendebbiejohnson7480 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    The paintings immerse you even more into the books and universes in them. It is a whole other experience and I think your family member will enjoy re-reading the books once more.

  • @tyrellfutialo8200
    @tyrellfutialo8200 ปีที่แล้ว +26

    says im not experienced with water color, continues to make a water color masterpiece.
    so talented! i love youuu

  • @AshAll3469
    @AshAll3469 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    You are so talented! I love each one! I’ve really liked fantasy for awhile but recently have become obsessed(resulting in me going through your videos). Currently reading the Hobbit and LOTR for the first time after loving the movies. Awesome work 👏

  • @thewiccangamer1984
    @thewiccangamer1984 ปีที่แล้ว +103

    She looks like a character from cyberpunk with the finger its awesome, keep up the good work

    • @aynain1810
      @aynain1810 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      And superb metallic pink hair and osm outfits and skills of a protagonist!!!

    • @thewiccangamer1984
      @thewiccangamer1984 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@aynain1810 I know its so uncanny how perfect it is for that type of cosplay.

  • @oceanwhisper2037
    @oceanwhisper2037 ปีที่แล้ว +211

    Books are definitely a piece of decoration in my room, but you bring it to another level ❤️👏🏻

    • @baconscoobysnacks3135
      @baconscoobysnacks3135 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Decoration? Do yourself a favor and try opening one up sometime 😂

    • @Chrisnn22
      @Chrisnn22 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      ​@@baconscoobysnacks3135 I would ...hope that they're decorations because they've already been read lol

    • @mariacolon9756
      @mariacolon9756 ปีที่แล้ว

      What?

    • @oceanwhisper2037
      @oceanwhisper2037 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I obviously meant the covers, guys 🤣

    • @annbrookens945
      @annbrookens945 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ocean whisper, I'm a book fanatic, too. My beloved books are the best decorations to show someone who I am!

  • @Airsick_lowlander
    @Airsick_lowlander ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Wow! Those look fantastic. I also couldn't help but notice the first Mistborn trilogy in the thumbnail. I'd love to see you do any kind of art project involving the Cosmere!

  • @Just_Anfisaaaaa
    @Just_Anfisaaaaa ปีที่แล้ว +54

    I haven’t even watched the vid yet and I just KNOW this is going to look amazing! You’re so talented, Martina

  • @grumbledook
    @grumbledook ปีที่แล้ว +77

    As much as I love the Hogwarts scene, and there is always something special about the gates to Moria, my favourite has to be the Hobbit hole. Not just because of the drawing itself, Ty also because we can see your growing excitement with the idea of painting the edges of all your books.
    I’d love to see you do the Wheel of Time series next.

  • @XanBos
    @XanBos ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve been watching your channel for a couple of years now, and some of your projects just go beyond “wow”. This being one of them! So today I subscribed. I was a bit skeptical at first, with this painting on books idea, because I had the fears you had. But you have made it so that even I would try it on one of my books to see how it turns out! Great job, and wonderful books to paint on!

  • @nataliejarrett4215
    @nataliejarrett4215 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    I’m not even shocked at her amazing talent anymore more of in awe and a slight envy 😂

  • @itsalicia8751
    @itsalicia8751 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    „Watercolours aren‘t my strong suit“ Continues to create the most delicate and beautiful sceneries
    I especially like the hobbit hole, the cuteness made me gasp!

  • @shiblets
    @shiblets ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How could anyone possibly choose which one they like better? All 11 are AMAZING! .. I am in awe how you can go between so many mediums and be amazing at all of them!

  • @tyrdchaos
    @tyrdchaos ปีที่แล้ว +53

    I think people in the creator space really undersell their skills. "I'm not so good with watercolors" turns into "Hey look I painted something they could sell as a product or special edition nbd". Amazing work Martina

  • @bartvandewalle5215
    @bartvandewalle5215 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Amazing work Martina, I love how genuine your recordings are, with all the litle laughs and smirks that make it in.

  • @ReedMurdock
    @ReedMurdock ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I love how she has a smile on her face while she’s working 😊

  • @maddyf.6296
    @maddyf.6296 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    I've been thinking about doing this but I've been terrified to do it 😂 so this video is just what I needed

    • @Nerdforge
      @Nerdforge  ปีที่แล้ว +19

      yeees, go for it!! 😁👏

    • @jodyknight
      @jodyknight ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Nerdforge you inspire people in such a fantastic way, much love and respect comin' at you Martina

  • @peachswan
    @peachswan ปีที่แล้ว +58

    I love all of them but the Harry Potter one is just so extremely beautiful!!!

    • @Thelaretus
      @Thelaretus ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Yeah, but what about the Nargles?

    • @thehapavegan7177
      @thehapavegan7177 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@Thelaretus 🤣❤

  • @jenniferhalf1650
    @jenniferhalf1650 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    WTF THIS IS SO FRIGGIN GOOD!!!! HOW?!?! PLEASE SEND ME YOUR ARTISTIC VIBES!! YOU ARE SO TALENTED!! ITS SO GOOD I WANNA CRY!! ITS JUST MAGICAL!!!! Sorry for getting really excited I'm just blown away how incredible this is. One of the best artist on TH-cam!!!!

  • @PharaohsKeeper7
    @PharaohsKeeper7 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    The amount of detail in those paintings is insane! They look amazing!

  • @emiliegoold7166
    @emiliegoold7166 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    You make me feel like I can do anything and you make my art block magically ✨disappear✨
    Thank you so much you are awesome

  • @airunee
    @airunee ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got excited when she said she'd be doing the HP books then got even more hyped when I saw she was going to be painting on the same version of the set that I own ❤ im kind of hoping she does a series of her painting her books. Wishing she'd do the PJO series

  • @kirubab8500
    @kirubab8500 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    Nerdforge never fails to make my day better!
    love you Martina, you inspire us everyday🤗💕

  • @cadeperozich9218
    @cadeperozich9218 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    They are all so beautiful, but for me the Gates of Moria is my favorite. I'm a massive fan of LOTR, and that painting was freaking incredible. But to be honest all of them are gorgeous!!

  • @NathanATaylor
    @NathanATaylor ปีที่แล้ว

    12:54 the blue was amazing, i thought you were keeping it but then you started adding more colors and its like a straight up photo

  • @vaughn6371
    @vaughn6371 ปีที่แล้ว +173

    I need an autobiography of this woman! So interesting..so talented..so unique! What shapes a person like Martina?!

    • @mohraz_af
      @mohraz_af ปีที่แล้ว +6

      Huge trauma with a little bit of support of a loved one maybe...

    • @Miranda-js7su
      @Miranda-js7su ปีที่แล้ว +14

      @@mohraz_af ???

  • @carlijntetteroo9498
    @carlijntetteroo9498 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow im obsessed, they're absolutely gorgeous! And I love that you're wearing your self-made prosthetic glove, how cool is that?? There really is no end to your inventiveness

  • @arc9de778
    @arc9de778 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You should also try to make some custom cover art and boxes for your video games. As a gamer, I am really curious to see what you can do on them!

  • @faithwerksdesigns6197
    @faithwerksdesigns6197 ปีที่แล้ว +46

    If you want to do all of your books, we'll watch lol This was so satisfying to watch, and the art is beauty as always!

  • @alexandraelkina6292
    @alexandraelkina6292 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It's impossible to choose one! All three works are amazing and magical! And still, The Hobbit... I like how it comes to life, when book is in hands))) So cool, you're awesome!

  • @midnightgamingmysticnightmare
    @midnightgamingmysticnightmare ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Seeing that Hogwarts one come together from start to finish was amazing. I've never been able to work with water colors but you made it look like Acrylic.

  • @welkin1080
    @welkin1080 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    these all turned out so cool!!! the techniques you came up with for this very specific media format are so interesting!! the hogwarts set turned out absolutely insaneeeee

  • @MichaelJohnsonAzgard
    @MichaelJohnsonAzgard ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I've been reading The Lord of the Rings every few years since the 80's, but the single volume version. It's only been a few years since I found out they'd split it into three books. Still seems strange, but these look stunning.

  • @slowazzd2165
    @slowazzd2165 ปีที่แล้ว +69

    Me and my girlfriend have literally watched your entire catalogue of videos over the last 2-3 days and I'm so excited to get home to watch this one with her :)

  • @cassandrathomas6015
    @cassandrathomas6015 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been doing this for over a year now, I even sell my books on Etsy, and I always use matte acrylic paints. I've been considering trying watercolour but I always fear the excessive amount of water you need would mess up the paper. Yes, the pages do stick together but when I finish painting I very easily separate them.

  • @IngramSnake
    @IngramSnake ปีที่แล้ว +7

    As someone who has had to have emergency hand surgery, I never noticed her right hand. Now, I can't stop looking at it. She does everything so well. It's inspiring!

  • @tiakinsmanart
    @tiakinsmanart ปีที่แล้ว +28

    As someone who uses watercolors as their main medium for 10+ years, that is amazing! Especially the Harry Potter ones, you absolutely nailed the lighting! 🤩 I can't even imagine trying to use watercolor on the edge of books, but now I want to try 😂

  • @kevinkite3418
    @kevinkite3418 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Martina this is unbelievably good. Girl, you're so good at every type of art project you try! Truly an inspiration! I can only imagine how cool would be to do this with a Manga collection as well (even though it probably wouldn't work as great because manga pages don't always have white edges).

  • @Melli-M11
    @Melli-M11 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    All three are looking so cool, who wouldn't want them as an art piece in their bookshelf?!

  • @S3l33ngrab
    @S3l33ngrab ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The one downside with having the books in their set boxes with the pages facing you is that taking them out is bit more difficult. Maybe adding a strip of cloth to each box for each book, so that it's easier to pull out by pulling on the cloth would make sense? Or you can upgrade the box itself as well, to make the painting blend even more.. :)

  • @annettewhitman3666
    @annettewhitman3666 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    All 3 were AMAZING!!!!

  • @christianstonecipher1547
    @christianstonecipher1547 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    The sheer improvement between the books is astonishing. The Hobbit definitely looked good, don't get me wrong. But if you had asked me if Hogwarts was made by the same person in a relatively short time span I probably wouldn't have believed you as the level of detail you were able to impart in your depiction of Hogwarts was breathtaking. You can definitely see how you were able to become more comfortable with your tools over the project.

  • @NeonSlice
    @NeonSlice ปีที่แล้ว +5

    New NerdForge video = a good day ahead

  • @theboredtrucker3898
    @theboredtrucker3898 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I feel like if you use thinned acrylics they would work fine, but clearly watercolors work.

  • @tibble_studios
    @tibble_studios ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I would be absolutely thrilled if she painted a scene from my favorite book series: Charlie Bone
    It is right up her alley in terms of fantasy and action!

  • @Dao_Tui
    @Dao_Tui ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Martina constantly doubting her ability to watercolour.. then proceeds to create masterpieces...
    Stop doubting yourself like that! You are a true artist in every sense of the word! What you can do is something many of us can only dream of achieving after years of hard work, dedication, practice and will. You doing that, being a young woman, you are talented, gifted. And clearly you put your talent to good use and make sure it isn't wasted at all. Thank you for all your videos.
    All you make is amazing, beautiful and intriguing .

  • @EleanorCreative
    @EleanorCreative 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Definitely my favorite art video!✨

  • @rebeccahenkins1697
    @rebeccahenkins1697 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    You are so talented - I am jealous of your skill! But thank you for sharing your talent with us - these are gorgeous! You did a lovely job on them!!

    • @Nerdforge
      @Nerdforge  ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Thank you so much!

  • @MastaT
    @MastaT ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I dont understand how this channel doesnt have more people subscribed. The projects are so neat and I love that they choose to challenge themselves rather then just painting something theyre use to painting or making.

  • @luluraheem8487
    @luluraheem8487 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    As an occasional watercolorist, I was mindblown at the geniusness of you using an initial layer of wax pencils to repel the watercolors in order to get that magical effect. Super smart! Definitely will be stealing this technique.

  • @gandalf9460
    @gandalf9460 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Please keep painting books, I wanna watch it.

  • @kana4632
    @kana4632 ปีที่แล้ว +110

    FINALLY SOMETHING TO PROCRASTINATE TO

    • @OlichkaNesterova
      @OlichkaNesterova ปีที่แล้ว

      😂😂😂 yes happy Friday!

    • @Asmodeus1789
      @Asmodeus1789 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@OlichkaNesterova is it really happy tho 😞

    • @FlightFyre21
      @FlightFyre21 ปีที่แล้ว

      Agreed!

  • @Voksdov
    @Voksdov ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It'd be super neat to see a whole bookshelf that's a contiguous piece, or at least a few related pieces.

  • @JuliaFlyes
    @JuliaFlyes ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I will never be tired to be fascinated by your masterpieces.

  • @marib.c.mahzinha
    @marib.c.mahzinha ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I just love when she says HARRY POTTAH! 🤣🤣🤣🤣 11:20

  • @tuukka3580
    @tuukka3580 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yep. I'd pay literally a small fortune for that HP bookset. Beyond amazing.

  • @McTroyd
    @McTroyd ปีที่แล้ว +6

    If I had half of Martina's talent for these things, I'd still be more than twice as good as I am now. That's an amazing result she got with those books! 👍

  • @FayinKay
    @FayinKay ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The Hobbit house painting actually turned out really nice! It gives off studio Ghibli vibes. And the Hogwarts castle reminds me of the skies in Barbie Pegasus.

  • @spb1830
    @spb1830 ปีที่แล้ว

    Gates of moria is cool and all but picture of fellowship in the mountains is so iconic. I know that image is from the movies but whenever i see that picture, it feels so good.

  • @Bbrrooookkee
    @Bbrrooookkee ปีที่แล้ว +4

    First of your videos I've come across and I'm already hooked. You are an awesome artist and I love your personality. Subscribed and will definitely be back for more!

  • @Letmecook890
    @Letmecook890 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

    0:01 deploy an excavator

  • @Wiccan666
    @Wiccan666 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I remember watching your tomb book video over 2 year's ago and I look on my shelf at the tomb book I made inspired by you

  • @Minimewtwo
    @Minimewtwo ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Wow, that is amazing. 💜
    How did the owner of the Harry Potter Books react to the addition to their book set?