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Classical Odyssey
Registrace 23. 02. 2021
My art is an asymptotic odyssey exploring the treasures of cumulated knowledge, wisdom and craft- from the times of Pericles until today.
Follow me on Instagram ruxandra.of.dacoromania or check my website classicalodyssey.com/
Follow me on Instagram ruxandra.of.dacoromania or check my website classicalodyssey.com/
CLASSICAL AGORA | GLENN VILPPU - the life of a living master
Follow Glenn's work and courses at:
vilppuacademy.com/
www.nma.art/instructors/glenn-vilppu/
Music: www.epidemicsound.com/
vilppuacademy.com/
www.nma.art/instructors/glenn-vilppu/
Music: www.epidemicsound.com/
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CLASSICAL AGORA | Conversations with DUNIA AL-BAGHDADI: an Antique Dealer from the Orient
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In this episode of the Classical Agora, I had the great pleasure to talk to my beautiful friend, Dunia, who is an antique dealer of Iraqi roots. Our conversation was an entire odyssey through the world of beauty, craftsmanship, cultural heritage and the heights of human aspiration. 0:00 Introduction: Dunia's background 4:50 The blessings of working with your family 7:00 The identity of an Arabi...
Drawing in a Museum: Thorvaldsen Museum in Copenhagen
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0:00 Intro 2:23 Figure drawing basics: drawing no.1 9:17 Approaching a complicated reference: drawing no. 2 16:52 Monument over Józef Poniatowski: drawing no. 3 19:30 Highlights from the Museum share.epidemicsound.com/2xk49s
Atmospheric Watercolour Painting- a Classical Theme | Timelapse
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I wanted to warm up a bit after another break from painting, so I decided to try out this composition using some random references and my imagination. The whole purpose was to create a pleasant chromatic palette and an interesting, not too descriptive subject.
CLASSICAL AGORA | Interview with Figurative Sculptor JOHANNA SCHWAIGER
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I had the honour to interview the beautiful Johanna Schwaiger. She is a figurative sculptor and educator, with a profound and solid philosophical statement on the meaning of art. You can learn about her career and work by visiting her website: www.johannaschwaiger.com/biography/ Her own 'Odyssey', as she puts it, starts in the beautiful Salzburg, Austria, and continues to a new life in the Unit...
CLASSICAL AGORA| MASSIMILIANO HAEMATINON NIGRO: Illustrator, Creator of Ancient Lost Worlds
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Make sure to follow Max and his work: www.artstation.com/haematinon 0:00 Intro 5:00 A romantic view of the past 7:00 From philosophy to art 8:20 The same sea, the same sun- bridges to our past 10:18 Longing- the strongest motivation in art 12:48 The goal is to be great as we can 19:53 Work hygiene for artists 22:58 The rigour of masters and academies 28:30 We are much more plastic than we think...
CLASSICAL AGORA | Interview with Traditional Art Student DYLAN PYM
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I am very happy to introduce Dylan Pym- a very talented traditional art student with a very profound and unique take on the ultimate purpose of the arts. He is very passionate about writing and, in his own words, takes a very "literary approach" to visual arts. In this interview we will delve deeper into his exciting artistic journey that involves two formative European trips, we will talk abou...
Master Study in Pen and Ink: Raphael
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After a long break, I think it is a good idea to share my strategy for staying afloat. In this rather long, but simple video, you will be able to see the entire drawing process in real time. I hope you enjoy! Tools: Winsor & Newton brick red, Zebra G nib, Tachikawa pen holder.
A relaxed approach to sketching outside (springtime ASMR) | Pen and ink sketching
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A coupe of weeks ago I went out to the park to sketch with zero expectations. I just wanted to enjoy the first warm day of the year, hear the birds and add something in my sketchbook. It was such a wonderful day, I think the video would be spoiled had I added a voiceover or extra explanations. I hope you enjoy and get motivated to go out, enjoy life, enjoy art for the sake of it!
How to Draw a Portrait in Pen and Ink- How to Use a Flex Nib | FULL PROCESS
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In this video I am demonstrating how to use a flex nib (I am using the Zebra G nib) to draw the portrait of Father Theologos- whom probably some of you from Romania know from the blog/CZcams channel An Athonite Cell: Joys from Mount Athos. When using any instrument, it is important to be aware of its strengths and weakness and to adapt your approach to drawing accordingly. In this case a flex n...
An Odyssey through Art History: The CONTROVERSY behind CAVE ART | Timelapse Watercolour
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0:00 Intro 3:00 The privilege of contemplation 5:40 Why is cave art so good? 7:08 Watercolour painting
MY FAVOURITE ART BOOKS & How I started pen and ink | Part 2
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MY FAVOURITE ART BOOKS & How I started pen and ink | Part 2
CLASSICAL AGORA | Interview with JOSHUA JACOBO | Part 3
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CLASSICAL AGORA | Interview with JOSHUA JACOBO | Part 3
CLASSICAL AGORA | Interview with JOSHUA JACOBO | Part 2
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CLASSICAL AGORA | Interview with JOSHUA JACOBO | Part 2
CLASSICAL AGORA | Interview with JOSHUA JACOBO | Part 1
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CLASSICAL AGORA | Interview with JOSHUA JACOBO | Part 1
PEN AND INK DRAWING TIMELAPSE | Young King Michael I of Romania
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PEN AND INK DRAWING TIMELAPSE | Young King Michael I of Romania
NEOCLASSICISM | Painting a Scene from Homer's Odyssey in Watercolour
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NEOCLASSICISM | Painting a Scene from Homer's Odyssey in Watercolour
How to Develop as an Artist Without Drawing | The Dangers of Overworking
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How to Develop as an Artist Without Drawing | The Dangers of Overworking
Girl with a Roe Deer (Diana) | PEN AND INK DRAWING- FULL PROCESS
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Girl with a Roe Deer (Diana) | PEN AND INK DRAWING- FULL PROCESS
WATERCOLOR SPEEDPAINT: THRACIAN GLADIATOR | WHAT ARE MY YOUTUBE GOALS WITH THE CLASSICAL ODYSSEY?
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WATERCOLOR SPEEDPAINT: THRACIAN GLADIATOR | WHAT ARE MY CZcams GOALS WITH THE CLASSICAL ODYSSEY?
WATERCOLOUR TIMELAPSE | A TRIBUTE TO AVIATION
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WATERCOLOUR TIMELAPSE | A TRIBUTE TO AVIATION
Drawing a Dacian Warrior in Pen and Ink | History Illustration
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Drawing a Dacian Warrior in Pen and Ink | History Illustration
Pen and Ink Demo | Qalb Monastery in Syria | Reflections on the Resurrection |
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Pen and Ink Demo | Qalb Monastery in Syria | Reflections on the Resurrection |
Watercolour DEMO | Wild Cat - Felis silvestris | How to Use Photographic Reference in Painting
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Watercolour DEMO | Wild Cat - Felis silvestris | How to Use Photographic Reference in Painting
Minimalist pen and ink composition | Zaporozhian Cossack
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Minimalist pen and ink composition | Zaporozhian Cossack
The Baroque Period | Pen and Ink Wash Study of Gian Lorenzo Bernini
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The Baroque Period | Pen and Ink Wash Study of Gian Lorenzo Bernini
Classical Odyssey's Book Recommendations | French Version
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Classical Odyssey's Book Recommendations | French Version
The Renaissance Part 2 | Watercolour Study of the Female Figure
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The Renaissance Part 2 | Watercolour Study of the Female Figure
Wonderful interview
thank you for watching!
Wauw… vilppu th master gives interview for one and half an hour for your rather new channel.. that is something you will tell your grandchildren.. wauw… mindblowing
It really is 😄 Absolutely surreal!
46:00 Find abstract art is everywhere, trending for generations. And I see beginners start with that and consider themselves as full-grown artist. Do we live in "fake it till you make it" times? ...not that for some, abstract art can be the best start and even what they grow into. (The best musicians I learn to know tho', was skilled in more than just their thing.) I'm worried about a society that forget the fact that trends (pop-culture) is only part of what's happening. Society has tried to deal with this since way back ...fx look at classical music. It is given status and priority, still we don't give modern composers much room for it. We as society want to keep it intact and give it a lot of space, yet not let it have seeds. Not sure if it is the same with visual artist as with musicians. It feels weird because to me it seems like musicians does not know how strong sound fellow musicians has. Rather focus on status and recommend each other to "do the right thing" so "you become good." Hope in painting/drawings fellow artist can acknowledge when someone has skill whatever they do abstract/classic/cartoon or so.
It's true, no one ca be very good in a particular field if that is the only thing they are focused on- you can't live and develop in isolation. The fake it till you make it philosophy might work for some- being determined and having faith can truly make you good at what you are pursuing, but if not, nothing can last if it is not rooted in some solid foundation. Abstract art, the way we present it has always been around. Thank you very much for watching, Martin!
@@ruxandraionce3556 I seen so much faking and so pressure for musicians to "do the right thing" to follow a trend that has some high level aspects of course (jet "forgotten" others.) When a musician try to use good skills that is not trending, then that_someone is canceled ...and not accepted.This is what I find troublesome. The cancel-culture. I honestly don't get it, ...because no one will be very good at all the aspects. We need the variation, not to loose important skills held in society. And not all skills comes from school. More kids that grownups have dared to say I'm good at playing. But because I do something different I'm not even given a chance. And even often people with very weak skills in music want to show me how it's done. I do not get that, it's embarrassing. In fact I noticed it's mostly the losers in society that dear to tell me their appreciation for me playing. I find it very nice to hear Glenn Vilppu's story. Sounds like he was able to do it his way.
Great to hear from him. The way he structured his art journey makes plenty sense of how he became a master
Just as the words of the painter Apelles: "Nulla dies sine linea" (No day without a line) translated into fact probably gave him the conviction that he had reached artistic maturity, so that he could say to the cobbler: "no higher than the boot!", I think that in the case of Mr. Glenn Vilppu, the hundreds of sketchbooks allowed him to abandon his studies 6 months before graduation! I think this shows that the ideas we strongly believe in also give us the strength and firmness to be able to translate them into life!
Extraordinary remarks! Strength of spirit is truly that which makes ideas materialise. Thank you watching!
From NMA's website: "Glenn Vilppu is an internationally renowned draftsman, painter, and instructor whose books and instruction videos are used by universities, art schools, and independent students around the world. He’s the author of The Vilppu Drawing Manual (3rd Edition). Vilppu has had more than 20 solo shows and is represented in collections throughout the United States, Canada, and Europe. Vilppu’s approach to teaching drawing has become a standard for professional artists-imitated by numerous teachers and applied by tens of thousands of his students. With 20 years in the Animation industry, Vilppu has brought his approach to traditional figure drawing and composition to shorts and feature films of Walt Disney Studios, Marvel Productions, and Warner Bros. He is also the founder of the Vilppu Academy Online School for Drawing."
You managed to evoke very interesting ideas! Any joy, I believe, of each of us, must first be "learned and then toiled", and if one succeeds in finding in the creative effort of another a reason for meditation or exaltation, it is because he directed his attention - with patience and the passion of a more refined curiosity than usual - to understand or intuit the emotions and thoughts of the author. A return in time does not only involve nostalgia but also a possible new experience resulting from one's own reflexivity filtered through the way of thinking of the predecessors. If history does not always manage to reproduce the past faithfully, it is because it is either affected by the rarity or disparity of evidence, or by the subjectivity of the historian, direct contact with an artifact gives you the opportunity to discover, firsthand, the way a fellow from another time and space thought, felt and created.
great to hear her story!
Thank you for watching! ❤
Great song! :)💖💖
Dunia's official website coming soon: houseofbaghdadi.com/password Meanwhile, go follow her on Instagram: instagram.com/of.arc/
What a beautiful introduction Ruxandra. Thank you😊✨
You were marvellous!🌟
The first 5 minutes were very interesting and promising. After that .... timelapse had ruined everything. Aesthetically it was horrible and did not teach anything either.
Well, most of the important explanations are on the construction phase (which is technically more important for the overall composition) and are presented in the beginning. For the brevity of the video, it had to be sped up because it is merely hatch lines that add tone- I explained the hatching in several other videos. What aesthetic improvements would you suggest to make the composition more appealing?
@@classicalodyssey : Your composition is just fine and I like it. But speeding up natural hand movements in my opinion is extremely ugly . It's painful to watch St. Vitus dance with its involuntary jerking movements. And if everything after construction phase is not so important why to torture your audience with it? Just skip it and show the final result.
@@serge8397 time lapse videos have their value and I personally find them very useful, a lot of people do too. Even when you read some articles you skip through some paragraphs and extract what is valuable. From the multitude of videos, there is enough complementarity available, I only post what I wished to have learned myself earlier on and I couldn't find it. I think you are probably looking for something else that is not in the nature of my channel- art courses online for example (such as New Masters Academy) would offer you comprehensive information and guidance, which is probably what you are looking for
Hi again. I got that Koh-i-noor thingy now and wonder how long I should have the led and how to sharpen it, hehe.
Great! You use a regular pencil sharpener or a sandpaper specifically made for pencils 👍
Great work!
thank you!
Sei una vera artista 👏✏️😍
Very Great ❤❤❤❤❤❤ You have a great talent
thank you!!
Wow! How come this great channel is suggested to me only today? I've watched a few of your videos, you're doing a great job! Thank you very much.
Thank you for the lovely and very encouraging comment! Delighted to hear you enjoy my content!
You are a genius!
Always too kind!! I’m glad you enjoyed the video ❤️
A very productive experience and method: having in front of you the works of the earliest ones, you can much more easily self-evaluate; you can discover new and completely surprising or difficult to anticipate ideas, suggestions and methods of approach in the creative process... The past will always have something to say, something to offer, which you might never have thought of! You can say that such an activity is one of the rare occasions when you can allow yourself to face yourself, without the prying eyes and sometimes libertine comments of somme critics disturbing your privacy; a moment of honesty with yourself and your ideas unaltered by their influence. And this happens without the passion of speech, without bias. It's just you and the silence of those who had something to say, important and meaningful, at a given moment.
What a wonderful comment! It really evokes the experience we had in the museum- such occasions are better left spontaneous, planning what you will do or say robs you of the inspiration and emotions that can only come from being completely immersed into the present moment ❤ Great art speaks for itself
Very nice video.
Thank you!
Best of videos! Wow, it looks so easy to do, but I know it's hours and hours behind being this confident. What is you drawing with? Is it graphite? Going to share this video. I guess it's nice having someone with you.
Thank you! And yes, it makes the world of a difference to be with a friend and not alone! I am using the Koh-i-noor Mephisto lead holder with Negro leads. Thank you very much for watching and sharing! ❤
@@classicalodyssey Thanks for answering. Think I share video later... in the evening. It's probably better "time on the hour" hehe.
Thank you for taking us with you! That angel was really beautiful!
I'm glad you enjoyed the video!
Kono melu bapakmu yahudi wae r butuh aku kenl koe.hahahaa
ciaooo Ruxandra :-***
Bello vederti qui!
❤@@classicalodyssey
Is the painting portion of the video filmed sideways so you can release it on mobile platforms, or as shorts? I have been running into a problem where I film landscapes and then it's a poor fit for the portrait format, and this seems like one way to deal with that. Also, the painting is very nice as always- did you apply white paint at the end, or is that water catching the glare?
I always film in a way that I can post both shorts and videos so I have to flip them horizontally before I edit them in iMovie. And thank you! Yes, I did use titanium white at the end for a hazy effect 😊
@@classicalodyssey Thanks! Did you learn watercolor using white paint, or did you start using white once you achieved a level of mastery with transparent pigments? I've totally avoided it, because I am very simple minded and I had to learn how to use the white of the paper to show light.
@@BardChords I used it very late because I wanted to focus on controlling watercolours as much as possible- this is like the cherry on the cake. I use it rarely but it’s great to combine mediums and techniques. I’ve been too much of a puritan in this regard 😄
I now have two favorite inking channels. You and Alphonso Dunn. If you haven't seen his channel check him out. Great instruction on inking. Keep up the good work!
Amazing how you do this with no structure lines
Thank you for watching! I have a more recent one- a Raphael study in which I explain the process, how I think the lines before I put the pen on paper. I hope it helps!
394 viewers not fair no views for talent
That is too kind! But I value every view, and I have a very engaging, wonderful community :)
@@classicalodyssey which community
@@ankushyemul1814 Well, I meant here on CZcams and also Instagram
Okay
@@classicalodyssey am also artist
Looks beautiful. Great job.
Thank you very much!
Olá tenho uma pergunta você troca de bico de pena de quanto em quanto tempo
Oi! Tento usar papel liso para não desgastar a pena muito rapidamente. Normalmente, um bico de pena dura um ano, as pontas mais finas um pouco menos
Eu tô impressionado comprei pouco tempo não desenho muito comprei essa marca da deleter e já estragou eu tenho o traço bem leve ...
@@gustavodias2937 Pela minha experiência, as marcas mais confiáveis são: Tachikawa, Leonardt e Brause. Eu não tentei muito mais. Deleter às vezes pode ser bom, às vezes não tão bom.. Espero que este vídeo tenha motivado você a começar a desenhar!!
очень круто
Спасибо за просмотр!❤️
Promo SM 🌹
Please,what's the 2mm Red chalk lead you use here? Which brand makes these? Also what paper you used on this drawing? If you can't remember the paper, PLEASE,tell me who makes these 2mm Sanguine leads?
No worries! These are Koh-i-noor leads, they are a sort of waxy: www.amazon.de/-/en/KOH-I-NOOR-Case-Leads-Diameter-Pack/dp/B0054Y7XXY/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1V6E4DGWQO7BX&keywords=koh-i-noor+red+2mm&qid=1702675768&sprefix=koh-i-noor+red+2mm%2Caps%2C76&sr=8-1
@@classicalodyssey That's weird! Whenever I saw these, they always looked red! On this video they look exactly like Sanguine (Red Chalk) colour! My only guess,it's the tone of the paper you use, what makes them llook so different! Thank you very much, I'll get a set to try them!!
@@greekveteran2715 They are not a very bright red, they do tend to look a bit more like sanguine so I use them as such. The paper is ivory toned and the camera alters things a bit so it might increase the effect 👍
@@greekveteran2715 Most of my drawing tools (leads and lead holders) are from the brand- I really enjoy them but there is also the emotional attachment to a brand that has been around before I was born :) I got my first lead holder from my dad who owned a couple of technical sets and it's so nice to be able to still use the same products today
I also have lead holders from the 90's, and I'm also attached to Kohinoor. I use their 5.6mm 5340 or 5347 pencils and their 5.6mm Sanguine and Sepia.PS I've studied technical drawing and history of art in Greek school,so I'm very glad I found your channel, I really appreciate your work,can't wait to watch more from you! Thank you for all!@@classicalodyssey
Your technique using hatching with that tiny nib , is a revelation to me!! I never liked drawing with ink, however, after this, if I find such a nib, I'll love to give it a try! It looks so awesome!!! Thanks for sgaring!!
I’m so happy to hear! Usually Zebra nibs and nib holders are available on Amazon, otherwise Leonardt nibs are very good as well and more readily available. Go for it!🔥
My little experience with Bic pens, is that ink makes you draw better, because you can't afford a mistake,as you do with pencils! I bet it also improves ones drawing skills faster, than pencil does! Thank you very much, may you have the most beautiful Christmas!!@@classicalodyssey
@@greekveteran2715 It's true about BIC, I also love to draw with them as they are closer to a pencil. Indeed, ink helps you improve very fast- if you master it I really believe everything else will not pose any problems at all. Thank you for the very kind wishes! May you have a very blessed Christmas as well!
Lovely work! Shame we can't hear your voice softly, in this one.
That is very kind 🥹
Рада - что вас нашла ! Спасибо большое за ваши уроки.
Спасибо за просмотр! мне очень приятно слышать, что это полезно ❤️
Hi. Jim from Madrid, Spain (a fellow artist and a New Yorker expat living abroad). I loved the video! And beautiful Ink. I alsi use W&N Drawing ink with a dip pen amongst others and I also use a G nib due to its versatility (amongst others) but I've never used this "Brick Red" W&N ink and I really like it! It has (on TV) a beautiful red. Now I'm gonna have to buy it just to try it (a 14ml bottle for starters). And an amazing drawing straight up without a previous pencil sketch. Something I've learned that helps to improve your observational skills since you can't erase, BUT it is very difficult to master. I really like how you did it on this video... lots of patience on each stroke/line (I also paint and when I draw I'm always thinking as a painter). Again, thank you for sharing your Art and (as a new subscriber) I will keep watching. Cheers from Sunny Spain! 😁👍😎✌
Hi again, Jim! So nice to hear from you again, I am glad you enjoyed this video as well! I really like the ink myself- I initially bought it expecting something closer to a terracotta colour, I was surprised to see the almost magenta red instead. But it works well for something like this, it is very visible on the page and quite pleasant to look at. Drawing straight in ink is definitely more difficult but a great exercise- I have to be very focused and sometimes I just practice the hand movement before I touch the page with the nib, if that makes sense. Thanks again for watching! Ruxandra
Hi Classical Odyssey. Jim from Madrid, Spain (a fellow artist and a New Yorker expat living abroad). Well I must say that... First, I just found you on CZcams and I don't know why CZcams has never prompted your videos sooner. And yeah! I subscribed! Second, yesterday I watched a few videos (from the beginning) where you were drawing horses with ink and they were great! I actually loved the ink you used (I need to write down the soluable fountain pen "graphite" ink you used on that VIDEO, because the blooming effects where great. With regards to this video... very good work. I am currently practicing more again with coloured leads on 2mm lead holders as well as with black charcoal, on toned paper, and using white charcoal for highlights (I'm a self taught artist that started last year after a life of working in the Biz World and I'm just loving it!!!!). Thank you for sharing and even though I don't post lots of messages, I just want you to know that I'm watching. Cheers from Sunny Spain!!! 😁👍😎✌
Hi Jim! Thank you so much for the kind words and I am so happy to hear that you not only enjoyed the video but you also found it helpful! I find it so inspiring to hear from people taking art seriously after having had different career paths. Thank you again and I wish I had some Spanish sun right now :D
Hi everyone! This interview was such an amazing experience and I want to apologise for the less than great sound quality- due to several technical reasons I had to screen record this interview, which overlapped with some connection issues. The subtitles are however quite good so please use them in case it is not clear enough. Thank you for our support!
Just started using pen and ink I'm not used to drawing without and under drawing with pencil what's the best way to move away from the under drawing what should practise 🙏
Don't be too stuck on the idea! It's best in the beginning to focus on the fundamentals and use whatever helps you to make the best learning experience. Not using the underdrawing is only to practice things that you have already acquired and internalised, but you should feel free to do that along the way as well. Don't be discouraged, every mistake is a lesson learned- therefore valuable
Çok güzel çizim Teşekkür
Thank you for watching!
Çok güzel 🌹
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Gorgeous. Love your work.
Thank you very much for the kind words!
Great interview! Thanks mate! 😃
Thank you for watching!!
Those books would have been very inspiring for you. They have inspired me! Ha ha!
Interesting interview! Thanks mate!
I'm glad you've enjoyed it! There are more in the line