Man, it was such a pleasure to record this song with you. And for such a beautiful video, too! It’s thanks to you that I decided to dive into TH-cam and start telling my own stories, so it was an honour to return the favour by bringing you into my world of music production. Now if TH-cam doesn’t work out for you, I see potential for a music career :D - Bartholomew
I have been bedridden for 7 years and I became a painter because my therapist told me to start painting my feelings. And I became addicted to it, and now I paint mostly endless patterns and I need it everyday to melt my physical pain into it. One day an ex friend told me like laughing that I should relax about my illness that I might become the next “FRIDA”. I was sooo offended. I didn’t know why, maybe because I felt like she was sentencing me to never heal or I was offended out of respect of Frida’s and her suffering.? I still don’t know. Anyways, Thank you for sharing Frida’s story dear Nathan. Ere un ser de luzzz y te sigo hace años creo que desde que me enfermé. 💎🙏🏻
Just looked at your channel, your work is beautiful. It does not matter if people like your work or not, what is most important is that you allow yourself the freedom to be creative. ❤🩹
How ironic your "friend" tried to offend you by warning you you might become one of art histories most famous, celebrated and unique women. What an absolute FOOL. I guess that person feels super threatened by the fact that a disability, accident or longer stretch of disabling convalescence IS transformative to anyone experiencing it. There's definately a before and after, and there's no question dealing with specifically chronic pain requires a type of core strength of soul to endure, that sets you apart from others. Frida found her unique voice and wouldn't ever be silenced once she did. She also didn't care much what other people thought of her work, nor about fame or the famous. Bc once you lived through that, life is way too short for bullshit. Keep painting any way you feel rings true to you and helps you get through your current pain, and the rest of your life regardless of health, idiots who fear your experience and honesty about it, and drop the weak and shallow commenters to the wayside. I wish you love and healing and solace abd joy in your work to articulate your voice and personal perspective. You owe nobody an explanation, they either get it or they don't, but either way, ditch the disrespectful. Frieda was badass before the word was even invented! ❤️
@@gnarbeljo8980 wow thank you for your insight, very powerful. I actually had to cut all my friends and even family because this life I am living has no room for anything but love.
NATHANIEL I HAD NO IDEA YOU COULD SING LIKE THAT!!! Wowwww!! This is definitely one of my FAVOURITE videos you've ever done. I loved learning more about Frida & hearing your thoughts about her and her life. Also as someone who has gone through periods of my life being bedridden, I really really appreciate you explaining that you were in no way trying to trivialize that and that you recognized you couldn't really replicate that in an accurate way. Just so much thought & care put into this video and it really shows!
I loved her presence in this magnificent video. It even made me cry, to see how genuine and how sweet she is, and your relationship. I think our parents are a huge part of how we turn out to be, and it's just so beautiful to see that. So thank you for your videos and for what you do! (And the song... wow.) ❤
I completely agree. Your parents are amazing. I have a narcissistic mother who could care less about me and a father who abandoned me, but seeing how supportive yours are is amazing to see.
As a woman, I want to thank you for doing such an excellent job at representing such a strong and influential role model, to a lot of us women (and not only). The song was *beautiful.*
The fact that you gave credit to the fact that it IS a huge challenge to be ill and have to stay in bed almost motionlessly is very admirable and I, as a person who went through cancer (and who is an artist also) and also had to stay in bed for very long periods of time being in pain and discomfort, feel a really strong connection to Frida as a person, a woman in an unhappy love situation, a creator, etc. And omg, the part where you did her makeup and everything! I love that men nowadays have less "not being masculine" issues and are more open about transformations like this. Loved it! Thank you for being so cool with it and not being afraid of experimenting in such a way! And of course thank you for this video! P.S. The song is fire!
I’m not good with words so I never really comment on TH-cam or anywhere for that matter but I felt like I wanted to tell you that as a Mexican woman, as a person that loves Frida and what she represents and as someone that has been following and enjoying your work, I am grateful. This was different and special, I love your mom, she is absolutely lovely and beautiful. And that song, that collaboration, your voice and guitar skills, all of it was pure gold. Thanks for sharing 🍉 VIVA LA VIDA 🍉
I really appreciate the respectful way that you portray Frieda Kahlo. I feel like a lot of the time biographies of women tend to judge them in ways they don't judge men, and there's absolutely none of that in your work. Also, your song is awesome. Big time White Album, Rocky Raccoon vibes
I want to just thank you for including men and women into these series. It brings perspective and sends the message that you, no matter your gender (identity), can learn from people who had a great impact in our society and history, no matter what their gender are. I respect you for that 🙏
Don't sell yourself short my friend! I have watched every one of your amazing videos, i hope you finish your van soon and start adventuring again, i miss those days! ^_^
I'm mostly bedridden for the past 5 years, I'm now 33 years old. It's been hard, but you find it within yourself to keep going. I've been a creative person my whole life, but lately studying how to paint 🎨 better. This video was so inspiring! Thank you, Nathaniel. And I love your Mom.
Honestly every single one of your videos is a beautiful package. From the music to the cinematography, and the message that's in it. Keep up the great work!
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Man, Nathaniel: your mom is such a special woman! Her heart is so loving and big, you can feel it right through the video screen
I don't know what else to say other than WOW. You continue to become one of the most fascinating men on the planet. Your empathic interest in Kahlo is magnetic for me. I discovered her work at a major exhibition at the Chicago Museum of Contemporary art amost 50 years ago & I have been obsessed with her ever since. I am an artist & I am stunned by how deep the well Frieda draws from is.
Okay HANDS DOWN your best thumbnail ever!! I love this series on your channel. I always learn so much about these incredible figures and more about the human experience. I always end up adding something new to my own routine so thanks for this 🙏🏽💛
first video of yours i've come across. this was so so so beautiful. especially the part with your mom and the makeup. femininity was, i think, a big part of frida's work. she challenged the traditional limits of it and flowed with androgyny and masculinity. the fact that you brought in a woman in your life to help you connect with this particular part of frida, just felt beautiful. it made my heart glow. this whole video did.
What a stunning video! As a Mexican, I learned so much more than I ever knew originally about her. There was an undeniable sense of pride watching this. You told her story and portrayed her so beautifully. “Frida” will be stuck in my head all day ❤👏🏼🎉 🎨🖼
Omg Nathaniel! You can sing!! You definitely have a talent for music, please continue pursuing it I beg of you. 20 mins flew by like 2 mins, it was that good. You looked so beautiful as Frida ❤️ Also this is probably the only channel I'll willingly watch a paid sponsor ad 😂
Your vulnerability in this one was so refreshing and inspiring! From the song to the completed look, really well done. I can only imagine she would be proud of this video too ☺️
Wow I can really feel your heart in this video. Thanks for showing us what you see. The way you’re able to portray feelings and thoughts through video is beautiful. You’re curiosity is so pure, without an agenda, and I want to acknowledge you for that. It’s so rare. Thank you thank you! I think Frida would be touched.
Apart from the exploration of Frida as woman and artist, which could never fail to inspire, the overriding impact this video had on me is how BEAUTIFUL you look as Frida... really appreciate your work x
Killing it as usual, Nathaniel!! That song was awesome! Thank you for including your mom’s perspective on how the desire for motherhood could have influenced Frida’s life/work. I agree with her in that this is an important aspect of women’s life and identity.
This is touching me on so many levels in so many intensities. I am moved deeply by your love for human kind, by your emotional intelligence and the respect you are giving to every single of the persons who‘s day to day life you are creating on such a deep, thoughtful level. This one made me cry. Being a huge admirer of Frida Kahlo I just felt the urge to hug you all through the video and tell you how much this means to me. Thank you. ♥️
I love this video so much. As a female artist, I look up to Frida so much. Thank you for immersing yourself in her existence and for taking the time to do the video as well as produce the song!
that makes me cry and remember that your soul born and feel good from the womb of your pain , also your passion and creativity born from your darkness and pain
He does it all gents. This was very moving. I thought her writings were very interesting and gave us an outlook on how she percieved the world. I think for this series of video it would be nice to have in the description the references (books, documentaries, etc.) you went through in case someone wants to dive in deeper into her caracter, story and art. Also would be interesting to preface why you're initially drawn to these each caracter, the impression ingrained in us from a distant memory and how research can maybe shift our perception. Can't wait to see who you portray next !
Nathaniel…this was really beautiful and powerful on so many levels. For me this was not just about Frida’s life but also about the beautiful connection between you and your mom. When your mom said, “I like that you are expressing fearlessly”, I actually got a little teary. So beautiful and so beautifully told by a brilliant storyteller. 💕 Thank you.
Love your confidence in sharing yourself with the world. Could really notice in the music that it’s something you are in the learning-process of, but you realise it’s not about that. It’s about the message. Great video, keep it up😁
I often feel discouraged when my painting videos take months (and sometimes years), therefor there are endless videos in the works simultaneously, but hearing that your videos take long too, is super encouraging!
Yeees right? Same! Was also relieved that I'm not the slowest person on earth. However that also goes to show how much work Nathaniel must do on the regular. Not sure I'm built for that though..
@@Emerelle yes totally! This just sures me that the important thing is just to trust your own vision and not let trends and algorithms get into your head. For example: it might be important to post often but this doesn’t have to mean having to make tiktok phone videos, might mean that should find a way to hire more people to keep the quality matching the vision - or whatever the case. There is never just one way and it is encouraging to hear others go through similar things.
Same here. I get discouraged when my next episode take months to published, because something got in the way. When I force stuffs, I don't get inspiration so this was a good call!
You are such a treasure Nate, and your parents are so wonderful, i wish everyone could have a family like you have, it's beautiful to watch you interact with each other, it made me a little emotional seeing you guys together!
Nathaniel looks so good as Frida! I vote for this to become your go-to outfit from now on 😂 Seriously though, beautiful video and love to see how comfortable you are in your skin 🙌💛
I love when you include one or both of your parents; it's so beautiful to see such a wonderful family dynamic. Not all of us grew up with such open, loving, accepting parents. Also, I super loved your song and the many elements it took for you to put together to create such a creative song & delivery! Awesome job as always!
You are like Frida Kahlo for TH-cam! Your videos are an actual art! Picking up right topic, information research, filming, editing, music! I can't even imagine how much effort you put into your masterpieces. I am happy to realize that such big company like Notion proposed you to advertise them!! That's another great win in your journey
Well done Nathaniel! I was obsessed with Frida in the late 80's when I was in art college and took a trip with my fellow filmmaking students to Mexico City for a month to take part in a film festival and show our work. I lived with a Mexican family who were the kindest hosts and treated me so beautifully, I will never forget them. One day a friend and I slipped away from our required viewing and classes at the CCC and went to visit Frida's house and spent hours there just looking around. She wasn't as well known then as she is today, and in fact, it still felt like Diego was more highly respected and her paintings were a just a hobby and not her life's calling. She most definitely lived - even after her death - in Diego's shadow until fairly recently. Very nice work telling her about us and allowing her to guide you in your creativity. Bravo!
This was such a fun video. Loved the conversation with your mom, the Frida look, the guitar playing and painting in bed and also how you said “my Frida” when you found her painting at the museum. Frida is one of my muses. 💗💗
the overalls though! so many people wrote so many nice things, so i just want to add that this is beautiful and thank you for sharing parts of yourself with us!!
Excellent....Its interesting to be proud of someone you have never met, but that is the way I feel after seeing this video. I have been following you for some time and I really appreciate how you have expanded your creativity. You are expressing yourself wonderfully...Keep up the good work...
Thank you so much! I came to your channel to find out about living in Paris but I’ve discovered so much more. I never knew so much about Frida Kahlo. Love the song and I know she would as well.
I love this! I spent six months on bed rest when I was fifteen. It’s not easy… but a supportive family makes all the difference… I was lucky to have that. I don’t remember time being long… there was always something to do and someone to talk to. I have been enthralled with Frida since I saw a movie about her life quite a few years ago. Thank you for this video.. it’s been interesting seeing your journey of finding connection with her. Your mom did an amazing job on your makeup.
WOW! This was phenomenal. I aspire to tell stories the way you do. Bravo! Also, the song is beautiful and is giving me Jose Gonzalez meets Kings of Convenience. 👏🏽 LOVE!
Nathaniel, what a great video...excellent documentary and the song is BEAUTIFUL! Keep it up! ( I have been enjoying your work for several years and may be one of your older subs at 75) Great work!
Nathaniel I really appreciate you as a creator. Not once did I pause this video, that's how good it was, I enjoyed every second of it and was truly entertained. I appreciate how much you always try to add something new, you're a true innovator and I absolutely loved the performance at the end and the white overalls!
Your mum is soooo wise. What she said about Frida not apologising for her appearance is one of the most powerful things about her. That was one of the most influential aspects of her life for me personally. I also love what your Mum said about you ‘expressing fearlessly’... in true Frida style
WOW! That song at the end of the video gave me goosebumps (in the best way you can think of!) It had a Beatles vibe to it. Beautiful. Love every bit of it!
This was such a great video depicting what Frida went through and who she was! Thank you! What a beautiful song! I love how you fearlessly embodied her! 😊
I am always moved by your videos, you have no idea. However this one, in particular touched me emotionally. Just to imagine to live a life like Frida, it is insane. She was - and still is - a force of nature. Thank you for being one true inspiration Nathaniel!
This is a whole new level ! You are a gorgeous person and seeing u being more open and more comfortable with your own skin is heart worming , not everybody in such age get to know and experience themselves that early . Literally my fav TH-cam channel i hope you grow even bigger❤️ lastly u look stunning in drag 😍
I can only imagine the effort that must have gone is producing this video and putting it together so wonderfully. Kudos Nathaniel. You amaze me with every new video you create. Something really cool about you singing in those overalls. Keep up the amazing work man. :)
I love your facial expressions. When you speak you glow up with excitement about the topic and it’s really precious. Even when you talk to your mom, you looking up to her while talking is so precious ☺️
Nathaniel. I absolutely love this beautiful investigation into an artist and into her perspective and experiences. This is what we should say to young people who in their secondary school years when they question the value of art, philosophy, and multicultural studies. Love the song, also. What wonderful work this is.
Great work ! The naration and the depth which you went just understand how she felt what she went through, great work Nathan . And also the last line of the song , got me "Frida somewhere out there painting pictures of yourself " .
I loooooooved loved loved this so much oh my god. This deserves a trillion views. Thank you for doing what you do, Nathaniel, I'm speechless. I hope it gets translated into Spanish because I really need to show this to my mom. I'm glad I got to know you in this life.
Wow! I shared this video with my friend Kaye who loves and looks up to Frida Kahlo. I teared up a little while watching, being so moved by the intent I picked up from the video. Great vlogs ensue, thank you!!! Also, I recognize the "Every Woman" theme in the song called "Frida"?. I feel like so many of us are Frida to include myself and Kaye.. and many more, you reading this, a man can be Frida... I blow kisses to all you "Frida's" out there Uncompromising on what you want, love and deem, taking every challenge and turning into gold, magic, life's passion and energy. Much love to each of you! Thank you Nathanial.
This was beautiful, Nathaniel. I think you did an amazing job of talking about her life and her work, in such a respectful and honouring way. I also love how excited your mum was doing your makeup, she knows a lot about Frida! It was good to have that feminine perspective to explain things too
oh my god Nathaniel! this is a sublime piece of art you have created! and that song... it most certainly needs to be put on spotify, please please please! it is amazing 😍
Thank you for making this video, I think it's one of my favorite's up to date! I love Frida so much and I really loved your approach on explaining her life.
The last two minutes made me feel incredibly proud of you Nathaniel, congratulations on such an amazing piece of art! I've been following your channel from the last 4 years or so, and since the beginning of 2022 I stopped using TH-cam altogether. As a very avid fan of Frida and her story, I was surprised you made something like this and for that I love you man. You put so much of yourself into every video you make. The reason I came back to your channel was because I felt a lil lost this couple of months and I knew I could use your sense of clarity and input. It freaking worked! Keep it up. PS. I'll have to binge watch all your Living like the Giants series!
Wow this video has a lasting effect on me! Thank you for doing all your research and presenting her persona and history in such a creative way. The song at the end gave me goosebumps!! Love all of your work ❤
LOVE this video (and all of your videos!!), but this one was really special. also love seeing your family in support of your adventures as well. as always, thank you!!
NATHAN! I've been following you since 2017 and this is, personally, my most favourite film you've ever made. Very lovely song at the end as well. Thank you
Nathaniel, your view of our world and the arts is quite admirable. Watching you recreate patterns of Frida’s life and all the research that went into it was impressive. You even made the time to write her a song, which I absolutely love! Your mama is always so loving and willing. Keep being true to yourself. Thank you for sharing your work with us🤍
Man, it was such a pleasure to record this song with you. And for such a beautiful video, too! It’s thanks to you that I decided to dive into TH-cam and start telling my own stories, so it was an honour to return the favour by bringing you into my world of music production. Now if TH-cam doesn’t work out for you, I see potential for a music career :D
- Bartholomew
That song was honestly great!
@@figment_of_eidolon2591 Seriously it was fire. I'd add that on a playlist
It was so calming and felt like making a connection.
Would love to hear more songs!
@@diegofernandez4168 It would be kind of cool to see it uploaded in its own video as well. Then it could actually be added to a playlist.
Give us a hand and pressure him into a third channel! Awesome work with the song gents!
I have been bedridden for 7 years and I became a painter because my therapist told me to start painting my feelings. And I became addicted to it, and now I paint mostly endless patterns and I need it everyday to melt my physical pain into it.
One day an ex friend told me like laughing that I should relax about my illness that I might become the next “FRIDA”. I was sooo offended.
I didn’t know why, maybe because I felt like she was sentencing me to never heal or I was offended out of respect of Frida’s and her suffering.? I still don’t know. Anyways, Thank you for sharing Frida’s story dear Nathan. Ere un ser de luzzz y te sigo hace años creo que desde que me enfermé. 💎🙏🏻
Just looked at your channel, your work is beautiful. It does not matter if people like your work or not, what is most important is that you allow yourself the freedom to be creative. ❤🩹
I’m glad they’re an ex friend. That was a nasty thing to say. 😡
How ironic your "friend" tried to offend you by warning you you might become one of art histories most famous, celebrated and unique women. What an absolute FOOL. I guess that person feels super threatened by the fact that a disability, accident or longer stretch of disabling convalescence IS transformative to anyone experiencing it. There's definately a before and after, and there's no question dealing with specifically chronic pain requires a type of core strength of soul to endure, that sets you apart from others.
Frida found her unique voice and wouldn't ever be silenced once she did. She also didn't care much what other people thought of her work, nor about fame or the famous. Bc once you lived through that, life is way too short for bullshit. Keep painting any way you feel rings true to you and helps you get through your current pain, and the rest of your life regardless of health, idiots who fear your experience and honesty about it, and drop the weak and shallow commenters to the wayside.
I wish you love and healing and solace abd joy in your work to articulate your voice and personal perspective.
You owe nobody an explanation, they either get it or they don't, but either way, ditch the disrespectful. Frieda was badass before the word was even invented! ❤️
Your art is beautiful!! And you're so strong 🙏🏼
@@gnarbeljo8980 wow thank you for your insight, very powerful. I actually had to cut all my friends and even family because this life I am living has no room for anything but love.
NATHANIEL I HAD NO IDEA YOU COULD SING LIKE THAT!!! Wowwww!! This is definitely one of my FAVOURITE videos you've ever done. I loved learning more about Frida & hearing your thoughts about her and her life. Also as someone who has gone through periods of my life being bedridden, I really really appreciate you explaining that you were in no way trying to trivialize that and that you recognized you couldn't really replicate that in an accurate way. Just so much thought & care put into this video and it really shows!
YES!!! I agree with Joanna. This is definitely one of my absolute favorite videos!! Beautiful song at the end too. :) Thanks for sharing that with us!
I love how supportive your parents are in this video especially your mom. She seems so sweet. i really liked this video and i learned something new ☺️
loved mom energy so much!!! What a wonderful being.
I loved her presence in this magnificent video. It even made me cry, to see how genuine and how sweet she is, and your relationship. I think our parents are a huge part of how we turn out to be, and it's just so beautiful to see that.
So thank you for your videos and for what you do!
(And the song... wow.) ❤
I completely agree. Your parents are amazing. I have a narcissistic mother who could care less about me and a father who abandoned me, but seeing how supportive yours are is amazing to see.
As a woman, I want to thank you for doing such an excellent job at representing such a strong and influential role model, to a lot of us women (and not only). The song was *beautiful.*
Not strong honey..
I feel really proud to see a guy having this much respect and taking the time to honor such a great female figure. Thanks Nathaniel, and thanks Frida!
The fact that you gave credit to the fact that it IS a huge challenge to be ill and have to stay in bed almost motionlessly is very admirable and I, as a person who went through cancer (and who is an artist also) and also had to stay in bed for very long periods of time being in pain and discomfort, feel a really strong connection to Frida as a person, a woman in an unhappy love situation, a creator, etc. And omg, the part where you did her makeup and everything! I love that men nowadays have less "not being masculine" issues and are more open about transformations like this. Loved it! Thank you for being so cool with it and not being afraid of experimenting in such a way! And of course thank you for this video!
P.S. The song is fire!
I’m not good with words so I never really comment on TH-cam or anywhere for that matter but I felt like I wanted to tell you that as a Mexican woman, as a person that loves Frida and what she represents and as someone that has been following and enjoying your work, I am grateful. This was different and special, I love your mom, she is absolutely lovely and beautiful. And that song, that collaboration, your voice and guitar skills, all of it was pure gold. Thanks for sharing 🍉 VIVA LA VIDA 🍉
You are very good with words!
I LOVE your moms comment, “you’re expressing fearlessly”. I’m stunned. This was a fabulous docu-tribute! ………Applause*******
I really appreciate the respectful way that you portray Frieda Kahlo. I feel like a lot of the time biographies of women tend to judge them in ways they don't judge men, and there's absolutely none of that in your work. Also, your song is awesome. Big time White Album, Rocky Raccoon vibes
Nathaniel! Seeing/hearing you play the guitar and sing along is beautiful. Great to see you’re exploring other mediums of creativity ✨
I want to just thank you for including men and women into these series. It brings perspective and sends the message that you, no matter your gender (identity), can learn from people who had a great impact in our society and history, no matter what their gender are. I respect you for that 🙏
Absolutely think the same
Ok, you’re officially the most talented person I know, that song was too good dude! Probably my favourite video of yours to date 🙌
Don't sell yourself short my friend! I have watched every one of your amazing videos, i hope you finish your van soon and start adventuring again, i miss those days! ^_^
Nathaniel Drew: A Modern Renaissance Man
I'm mostly bedridden for the past 5 years, I'm now 33 years old. It's been hard, but you find it within yourself to keep going. I've been a creative person my whole life, but lately studying how to paint 🎨 better. This video was so inspiring! Thank you, Nathaniel. And I love your Mom.
Honestly every single one of your videos is a beautiful package. From the music to the cinematography, and the message that's in it. Keep up the great work!
Man, Nathaniel: your mom is such a special woman! Her heart is so loving and big, you can feel it right through the video screen
She seems like so much fun!
I was not expecting the quote at 11:17 lol. Good for her!
I don't know what else to say other than WOW. You continue to become one of the most fascinating men on the planet. Your empathic interest in Kahlo is magnetic for me. I discovered her work at a major exhibition at the Chicago Museum of Contemporary art amost 50 years ago & I have been obsessed with her ever since. I am an artist & I am stunned by how deep the well Frieda draws from is.
Okay HANDS DOWN your best thumbnail ever!! I love this series on your channel. I always learn so much about these incredible figures and more about the human experience. I always end up adding something new to my own routine so thanks for this 🙏🏽💛
TH-cam algorithm agrees that you and I have the exact same taste.
@@riff6689 I was thinking the same thing haha
first video of yours i've come across. this was so so so beautiful. especially the part with your mom and the makeup. femininity was, i think, a big part of frida's work. she challenged the traditional limits of it and flowed with androgyny and masculinity. the fact that you brought in a woman in your life to help you connect with this particular part of frida, just felt beautiful. it made my heart glow. this whole video did.
Wow, Nathaniel. The song for an ending act was amazing. Your voice really is terrific. I love your creativity.
What a stunning video! As a Mexican, I learned so much more than I ever knew originally about her. There was an undeniable sense of pride watching this. You told her story and portrayed her so beautifully. “Frida” will be stuck in my head all day ❤👏🏼🎉 🎨🖼
Omg Nathaniel! You can sing!! You definitely have a talent for music, please continue pursuing it I beg of you. 20 mins flew by like 2 mins, it was that good. You looked so beautiful as Frida ❤️ Also this is probably the only channel I'll willingly watch a paid sponsor ad 😂
Ok, now THIS was epic. Brought me to tears. Im a Huge fan of Frida. You did it so well... Frida would be proud👏👏
Your vulnerability in this one was so refreshing and inspiring! From the song to the completed look, really well done. I can only imagine she would be proud of this video too ☺️
Wow I can really feel your heart in this video. Thanks for showing us what you see. The way you’re able to portray feelings and thoughts through video is beautiful. You’re curiosity is so pure, without an agenda, and I want to acknowledge you for that. It’s so rare. Thank you thank you! I think Frida would be touched.
Apart from the exploration of Frida as woman and artist, which could never fail to inspire, the overriding impact this video had on me is how BEAUTIFUL you look as Frida... really appreciate your work x
He has a very expressive face, especially his eyes.
Killing it as usual, Nathaniel!! That song was awesome! Thank you for including your mom’s perspective on how the desire for motherhood could have influenced Frida’s life/work. I agree with her in that this is an important aspect of women’s life and identity.
This is touching me on so many levels in so many intensities. I am moved deeply by your love for human kind, by your emotional intelligence and the respect you are giving to every single of the persons who‘s day to day life you are creating on such a deep, thoughtful level.
This one made me cry. Being a huge admirer of Frida Kahlo I just felt the urge to hug you all through the video and tell you how much this means to me.
Thank you.
♥️
I love this video so much. As a female artist, I look up to Frida so much. Thank you for immersing yourself in her existence and for taking the time to do the video as well as produce the song!
that makes me cry and remember that your soul born and feel good from the womb of your pain , also your passion and creativity born from your darkness and pain
He does it all gents. This was very moving.
I thought her writings were very interesting and gave us an outlook on how she percieved the world.
I think for this series of video it would be nice to have in the description the references (books, documentaries, etc.) you went through in case someone wants to dive in deeper into her caracter, story and art.
Also would be interesting to preface why you're initially drawn to these each caracter, the impression ingrained in us from a distant memory and how research can maybe shift our perception.
Can't wait to see who you portray next !
Nathaniel…this was really beautiful and powerful on so many levels. For me this was not just about Frida’s life but also about the beautiful connection between you and your mom. When your mom said, “I like that you are expressing fearlessly”, I actually got a little teary. So beautiful and so beautifully told by a brilliant storyteller. 💕 Thank you.
I love this combination of her routine and your personality🌻
Your mum is so adorable!
Love your confidence in sharing yourself with the world. Could really notice in the music that it’s something you are in the learning-process of, but you realise it’s not about that. It’s about the message.
Great video, keep it up😁
I often feel discouraged when my painting videos take months (and sometimes years), therefor there are endless videos in the works simultaneously, but hearing that your videos take long too, is super encouraging!
Yeees right? Same! Was also relieved that I'm not the slowest person on earth. However that also goes to show how much work Nathaniel must do on the regular. Not sure I'm built for that though..
@@Emerelle yes totally! This just sures me that the important thing is just to trust your own vision and not let trends and algorithms get into your head. For example: it might be important to post often but this doesn’t have to mean having to make tiktok phone videos, might mean that should find a way to hire more people to keep the quality matching the vision - or whatever the case. There is never just one way and it is encouraging to hear others go through similar things.
Same here. I get discouraged when my next episode take months to published, because something got in the way. When I force stuffs, I don't get inspiration so this was a good call!
You are such a treasure Nate, and your parents are so wonderful, i wish everyone could have a family like you have, it's beautiful to watch you interact with each other, it made me a little emotional seeing you guys together!
I’m a Berlin based Gallerist and just found you this morning , and I couldn’t be happier, thanks for the awesome content ❤
Nathaniel looks so good as Frida! I vote for this to become your go-to outfit from now on 😂 Seriously though, beautiful video and love to see how comfortable you are in your skin 🙌💛
He should wear make up more often. He looks so good haha
I love when you include one or both of your parents; it's so beautiful to see such a wonderful family dynamic. Not all of us grew up with such open, loving, accepting parents. Also, I super loved your song and the many elements it took for you to put together to create such a creative song & delivery! Awesome job as always!
You are like Frida Kahlo for TH-cam!
Your videos are an actual art! Picking up right topic, information research, filming, editing, music! I can't even imagine how much effort you put into your masterpieces.
I am happy to realize that such big company like Notion proposed you to advertise them!! That's another great win in your journey
Well done Nathaniel! I was obsessed with Frida in the late 80's when I was in art college and took a trip with my fellow filmmaking students to Mexico City for a month to take part in a film festival and show our work. I lived with a Mexican family who were the kindest hosts and treated me so beautifully, I will never forget them. One day a friend and I slipped away from our required viewing and classes at the CCC and went to visit Frida's house and spent hours there just looking around. She wasn't as well known then as she is today, and in fact, it still felt like Diego was more highly respected and her paintings were a just a hobby and not her life's calling. She most definitely lived - even after her death - in Diego's shadow until fairly recently. Very nice work telling her about us and allowing her to guide you in your creativity. Bravo!
This was such a fun video. Loved the conversation with your mom, the Frida look, the guitar playing and painting in bed and also how you said “my Frida” when you found her painting at the museum. Frida is one of my muses. 💗💗
the overalls though!
so many people wrote so many nice things, so i just want to add that this is beautiful and thank you for sharing parts of yourself with us!!
omg this is so emotional. The work you are creating is only getting greater.
Excellent....Its interesting to be proud of someone you have never met, but that is the way I feel after seeing this video. I have been following you for some time and I really appreciate how you have expanded your creativity. You are expressing yourself wonderfully...Keep up the good work...
Thank you so much! I came to your channel to find out about living in Paris but I’ve discovered so much more. I never knew so much about Frida Kahlo. Love the song and I know she would as well.
the song at the end thoughhhhh Nathaniel look at youu this is so beautiful and inspiring and the song is a vibe
I love this! I spent six months on bed rest when I was fifteen. It’s not easy… but a supportive family makes all the difference… I was lucky to have that. I don’t remember time being long… there was always something to do and someone to talk to. I have been enthralled with Frida since I saw a movie about her life quite a few years ago. Thank you for this video.. it’s been interesting seeing your journey of finding connection with her. Your mom did an amazing job on your makeup.
WOW! This was phenomenal. I aspire to tell stories the way you do. Bravo! Also, the song is beautiful and is giving me Jose Gonzalez meets Kings of Convenience. 👏🏽 LOVE!
Thanks!! As someone who has suffered from pain, after a foolish surgery when I was a teenager, I find Frida to be a powerful inspiration!
this is one of my favourite ones yet and touched me so much nathaniel!! and you have a beautiful voice 💜💜
That little part you red out loud, so relatable from my experience with France people. Frida is gold.
Nathaniel, what a great video...excellent documentary and the song is BEAUTIFUL! Keep it up! ( I have been enjoying your work for several years and may be one of your older subs at 75) Great work!
Nathaniel I really appreciate you as a creator. Not once did I pause this video, that's how good it was, I enjoyed every second of it and was truly entertained. I appreciate how much you always try to add something new, you're a true innovator and I absolutely loved the performance at the end and the white overalls!
Your mum is soooo wise. What she said about Frida not apologising for her appearance is one of the most powerful things about her. That was one of the most influential aspects of her life for me personally. I also love what your Mum said about you ‘expressing fearlessly’... in true Frida style
This has been my favorite in the series to date which says a lot because I have loved the other ones. Thank you for sharing your gifts with the world!
What a beautiful tribute to la reina. Thank you for doing this.
Man. This. You. Having watched you grow from fledgling to now. .. thank you for your determination and all the inspiration.
I love your mother! What an awesome woman she is. And how proud of you she is.❤❤❤
WOW! That song at the end of the video gave me goosebumps (in the best way you can think of!) It had a Beatles vibe to it. Beautiful. Love every bit of it!
THE THUMBNAIL IS *AMAZING!* Great work!
This was such a great video depicting what Frida went through and who she was! Thank you! What a beautiful song! I love how you fearlessly embodied her! 😊
I am always moved by your videos, you have no idea. However this one, in particular touched me emotionally. Just to imagine to live a life like Frida, it is insane. She was - and still is - a force of nature. Thank you for being one true inspiration Nathaniel!
This is a whole new level ! You are a gorgeous person and seeing u being more open and more comfortable with your own skin is heart worming , not everybody in such age get to know and experience themselves that early . Literally my fav TH-cam channel i hope you grow even bigger❤️ lastly u look stunning in drag 😍
I can only imagine the effort that must have gone is producing this video and putting it together so wonderfully. Kudos Nathaniel. You amaze me with every new video you create. Something really cool about you singing in those overalls. Keep up the amazing work man. :)
I love your facial expressions. When you speak you glow up with excitement about the topic and it’s really precious. Even when you talk to your mom, you looking up to her while talking is so precious ☺️
Total and pure magic! Thank you for creating this amazing perspective. FRIDA LIVES!
Such a beautiful video! The song at the end made me cry. Thank you for sharing your amazing true beautiful self with the world.
Nathaniel. I absolutely love this beautiful investigation into an artist and into her perspective and experiences. This is what we should say to young people who in their secondary school years when they question the value of art, philosophy, and multicultural studies. Love the song, also. What wonderful work this is.
Great work ! The naration and the depth which you went just understand how she felt what she went through, great work Nathan . And also the last line of the song , got me "Frida somewhere out there painting pictures of yourself " .
As a musician myself, I am extremely proud of you and your song, honestly!
my respect for you skyrocketed after this video. great job man
it was so sweet, and reassuring, and warm
love the song, love your mom!!
This type of content is beyond fantastic! I love it so much. You've done a great job!
A beautiful video and tribute to one of my favourite artists💝💪 the song at the end was beautiful too
That was magnificent Nathaniel. Your song was so beautiful it made me cry. Thank you 🙏🏽 🌸🫀🌞🌹🥑♥️🌿👁🌙🐒
I love this man so much, he is just soooooooooo insightful & adaptive to this world.
I loooooooved loved loved this so much oh my god. This deserves a trillion views. Thank you for doing what you do, Nathaniel, I'm speechless. I hope it gets translated into Spanish because I really need to show this to my mom. I'm glad I got to know you in this life.
Wow! I shared this video with my friend Kaye who loves and looks up to Frida Kahlo. I teared up a little while watching, being so moved by the intent I picked up from the video. Great vlogs ensue, thank you!!! Also, I recognize the "Every Woman" theme in the song called "Frida"?. I feel like so many of us are Frida to include myself and Kaye.. and many more, you reading this, a man can be Frida... I blow kisses to all you "Frida's" out there Uncompromising on what you want, love and deem, taking every challenge and turning into gold, magic, life's passion and energy. Much love to each of you! Thank you Nathanial.
Beautifully said. All of it but especially "taking very challenge and turning into gold..."
You are a renaissance man unafraid to express yourself. I am loving all your videos. I am inspired. Bravo!
This was beautiful, Nathaniel. I think you did an amazing job of talking about her life and her work, in such a respectful and honouring way. I also love how excited your mum was doing your makeup, she knows a lot about Frida! It was good to have that feminine perspective to explain things too
I love the direction your work is going. This is just beautiful. Good for you.
oh my god Nathaniel! this is a sublime piece of art you have created! and that song... it most certainly needs to be put on spotify, please please please! it is amazing 😍
Thank you for making this video, I think it's one of my favorite's up to date! I love Frida so much and I really loved your approach on explaining her life.
Absolutely beautiful, both song and storytelling. You are an inspiration to me. Keep creating Nathaniel!
The last two minutes made me feel incredibly proud of you Nathaniel, congratulations on such an amazing piece of art!
I've been following your channel from the last 4 years or so, and since the beginning of 2022 I stopped using TH-cam altogether.
As a very avid fan of Frida and her story, I was surprised you made something like this and for that I love you man. You put so much of yourself into every video you make.
The reason I came back to your channel was because I felt a lil lost this couple of months and I knew I could use your sense of clarity and input. It freaking worked! Keep it up.
PS. I'll have to binge watch all your Living like the Giants series!
This video is hands down my favorite of yours! ❤ And the song at the end was just the cherry on top, kudos👏🌹
Wow this video has a lasting effect on me! Thank you for doing all your research and presenting her persona and history in such a creative way. The song at the end gave me goosebumps!! Love all of your work ❤
beautiful documentary. I loved watching you and your mom share in this, and see her tenderness towards you.
LOVE this video (and all of your videos!!), but this one was really special. also love seeing your family in support of your adventures as well. as always, thank you!!
Your mom is so precious 😭😭😭😭 Great video as usual!
NATHAN! I've been following you since 2017 and this is, personally, my most favourite film you've ever made. Very lovely song at the end as well. Thank you
Amazing to watch you explore Frida's life. Very well done. I appreciate your thoughtfulness and documenting creativity like this was beautiful.
Wow! That was amazing to see how you express yourself and portrait Frida.
What a masterpiece of a video.
This is a great take on the “I tried the morning routine of a famous person” theme. I hadn’t realized that so few men try the routine of famous women.
Nathaniel, your view of our world and the arts is quite admirable. Watching you recreate patterns of Frida’s life and all the research that went into it was impressive. You even made the time to write her a song, which I absolutely love! Your mama is always so loving and willing. Keep being true to yourself. Thank you for sharing your work with us🤍
You and your mum are the pure image of love and respect. Such a pleasure to see you together.