THE FANTASY ART OF EDMUND DULAC

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  • čas přidán 27. 08. 2024
  • A look at the work of one of the Golden Age's greatest illustrators, and the evolution of his stylistic approach during his lifetime. And an eagle-eyed viewer has pointed out there is an error. When mentioning The Rubaiyat I show illustrations from Arabian nights, so for now just ignore it and eventually I'll remake the video and replace the images.

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  • @CinnamonGrrlErin1
    @CinnamonGrrlErin1 Před 3 lety +456

    I love Dulac; he's one of those artists whose works I wish I could just walk into.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +39

      Hello and what a nice idea - I saw a video of a virtual walk into a Dali painting so I presume somebody could do the same for Dulac and others. That I'd like to see.

    • @digitalkoala9836
      @digitalkoala9836 Před 3 lety +12

      I read this in your avatar's voice. 😅

    • @lindamaemullins5151
      @lindamaemullins5151 Před 3 lety +2

      ❤️

    • @ibelieveicansoar
      @ibelieveicansoar Před 3 lety +2

      I’m that way with the art of Maxfield Parrish, Alphonse Mucha, and Malika Favre

    • @fresapreso1491
      @fresapreso1491 Před 3 lety +1

      hi jane!

  • @merxeddie6474
    @merxeddie6474 Před 3 lety +705

    Anyone contemplating an arts documentary should use this as a template.The images are presented simply with fine definition.The commentary concise and warmly spoken.The music complimenting the art.Dulac wonderful to see the range and development of his art.Brilliant.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +70

      Hello and many thanks for such a glowing review of the channel. The appreciation of viewers is of great importance to me and lets me know I'm not wasting my time.

    • @dirkvoltaar
      @dirkvoltaar Před 3 lety +9

      ​@@petebeard Very well done, Pete! Looking forward to exploring more of your videos. Rackham next!

    • @TheJhtlag
      @TheJhtlag Před 3 lety +5

      Never heard of Edmund Dulac (!) and this was spell-binding for the reasons you give, may I add the pace was a perfect balance of having time to engage each image while encompassing enough to support the narrative.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +3

      @@TheJhtlag Hello and many thanks for your positive response to the video. I hope you'll look for others on the channel.

    • @ayeshak6822
      @ayeshak6822 Před 3 lety +4

      Imagine if he'd given in fully to his parents pressuring him to finish law. These beautiful artworks would never have come to life. Toxic controlling parents, are you taking notes?

  • @wildfood1
    @wildfood1 Před 3 lety +262

    Those "desaturated watercolors" really draw me in. Thank you for sharing this wonderful work.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +16

      Hello and it's a funny thing with Dulac. He was sort of two for the price of one. But those images for the Poe verses are something to see for sure.

  • @architexturalchaos1862
    @architexturalchaos1862 Před 3 lety +187

    This channel is one of the things from a series called ''How Comes I've Never Been Here Before?'' I am now smugly smiling from ear to ear. I have checked what the rest of the channel looks like. It looks like I've struck the gold here. Wow.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +18

      Hello and many thanks for your enthusiastic reponse to the channel. I hpe you continue to find illustrators of interest.

    • @a.e5220
      @a.e5220 Před 3 lety +2

      same here!!

    • @mchjsosde
      @mchjsosde Před 3 lety +1

      I agree. This channel is a hidden gem

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      @@mchjsosde Hello and many thanks for your enthusiastic response to the videos.

    • @ayeshak6822
      @ayeshak6822 Před 3 lety +1

      Imagine if he'd given in fully to his parents pressuring him to finish law. These beautiful artworks would never have come to life. Toxic controlling parents, are you taking notes?

  • @Rolfhn
    @Rolfhn Před 3 lety +412

    This channel was recommended today and It's such a beautiful surprise, loved the art and the voice feels just perfect.

  • @ailsatg
    @ailsatg Před 3 lety +43

    Finally the CZcams algorithm comes through! This series will provide perfect coffee break entertainment for a good while, thank you.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +2

      Hello and thanks a lot. I'm glad you've found the channel and I hope it doesn't disappoint.

  • @lydiarowe491
    @lydiarowe491 Před 3 lety +64

    What ethereal art work..so beautiful and detailed.. two world wars sadly interrupted his work.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +2

      Hello and glad you like the video. I hope you'll watch others.

    • @ayeshak6822
      @ayeshak6822 Před 3 lety +1

      Imagine if he'd given in fully to his parents pressuring him to finish law. These beautiful artworks would never have come to life. Toxic controlling parents, are you taking notes?

    • @lydiarowe491
      @lydiarowe491 Před 3 lety +6

      So many creatives face the same dilemma..still now..the security of a "normal" job as opposed to be an impoverished artist..
      Breaking away to follow your heart is difficult..but it has been done many times.

  • @TheMarkEH
    @TheMarkEH Před 3 lety +83

    Red wine - addictive, chocolate - addictive, Pete Beard’s videos - addictive…, just a few of the pleasures that I am lucky enough to be able to indulge myself in . Thanks Pete.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +19

      He and eloquent praise as ever. Maybe I should start a rehab clinic. Force addicts to watch panda videos instead until they're clean.

    • @user-en9os7mn1b
      @user-en9os7mn1b Před 2 lety

      My relief work czcams.com/channels/OM9PM-7Nnv2OXkSQfx4hzg.html

  • @clindsay8362
    @clindsay8362 Před 3 lety +108

    Such a great episode, and an illustrator dear to my heart. I had the pleasure of seeing one of his original watercolours and it was jewel-like - every facet being of genius. Learning about his life from this has been great. Thank you again Mr Beard!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +7

      Hello again and seeing one in the flesh so to speak is a pleasure I've never had. I did some work for a collector who owns the original of the mermaid image I used on the titles. But he's in Florida and I'm stuck here. Oh well.

    • @clindsay8362
      @clindsay8362 Před 3 lety +1

      Awww lucky collector! Thanks again 👩‍🎨 - the under-water theme is close to my heart - as you will see by my 3D work - @catherinelindsay.sculpts

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +3

      Hi again, and I've been admiring your sculptures so thanks for the link. It's such a pleasure to see art that actually looks like something of beauty rather than the totally abstract and worse that seems to dominate both 2D and 3D modern art. I hope you are enjoying success with your work.

    • @ayeshak6822
      @ayeshak6822 Před 3 lety +1

      Imagine if he'd given in fully to his parents pressuring him to finish law. These beautiful artworks would never have come to life. Toxic controlling parents, are you taking notes?

  • @TheBitterness
    @TheBitterness Před 3 lety +28

    I'm so thankful I found this. The video thumbnail illustration returned a forgotten childhood memory to me in a flash. I had a fairytail illustration book and I remember The Little Mermaid illustrations as very haunting. THIS was one of the images. I'll search the deep web for more of his illustrations, how nostalgic! Thank you.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +5

      Hello and many thanks for your appreciation. Have fun online - there are a large number of his illustrations to be found, and even some complete books at Project Gutenberg.

    • @johanvajse8410
      @johanvajse8410 Před 3 lety

      I still have my H.C. Andersen book with his illustrations.
      it's one of only 5 books I've held on to

  • @picksalot1
    @picksalot1 Před 2 lety +2

    Rackham and Dulac are two of my favorite Illustrators. Thanks

  • @akabeni_mj
    @akabeni_mj Před 3 lety +2

    I'm happy these paintings were with me in books when I have been growing up.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks a lot for your comment. No doubt about it - Dulac was a genius.

  • @laikapupkino1767
    @laikapupkino1767 Před 3 lety +17

    Art Historian: One can clearly see the Pre-Raphaelite influences in his early Art Neuvo inspired works.
    Me: Ooooooooooooh- PURTY!!!!

    • @ayeshak6822
      @ayeshak6822 Před 3 lety +4

      Imagine if he'd given in fully to his parents pressuring him to finish law. These beautiful artworks would never have come to life. Toxic controlling parents, are you taking notes?

    • @nordlys3432
      @nordlys3432 Před 3 lety

      Yes, they were inspiring him. We all get inspired by fellow artists.

  • @kennyhagan5781
    @kennyhagan5781 Před 2 lety

    I had an uncle,a refugee from France. He had a nice set of art books that he somehow managed to keep. He was a watchmaker, so he was able to live comfortably here. I remember how kind he was for allowing me to look through his collection. It was a rare gift that he gave me. 👍

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 2 lety

      Hello and thanks for the comment. Wish I had seen them.

  • @genevievedolan1288
    @genevievedolan1288 Před 3 lety +12

    Thank you so much! Dulac is my favorite illustrator, but I never knew he did as much fabulous work as this, nor did I know anything about his life.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks a lot. I'm glad I've been able to extend your appreciation of his marvellous work.

  • @petersolomon5227
    @petersolomon5227 Před 2 měsíci

    Thank you Pete Beard for your commitment to making these wonderful celebrations of great illustrators.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 2 měsíci

      Your appreciation is very welcome, and it's good to know you enjoy the content.

  • @blank557
    @blank557 Před 3 lety +1

    Superb, both Mr. Dulac, and your presentation, Mr. Pete. My heart has been touched by beauty and wonder today.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and many thanks for your appreciation. Dulac's wonderful pictures made my job that much easier.

  • @charlesward8632
    @charlesward8632 Před 3 lety +3

    I adore the delicate line work and muted color palette of Rackham and Dulac. My favorite illustrators to be sure!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and you're certainly not alone in your appreciation of these giants of the golden age.

  • @Ellesmere888
    @Ellesmere888 Před 3 lety +26

    A beautiful and very well researched episode.
    Beautifully presented.
    Thank you Mr. Beard.

  • @michaelvaladez6570
    @michaelvaladez6570 Před 3 lety +24

    Thank you posting this of artist Dulac.Greatly appreciate the works of someone tirelessly interest of color and style for fantasy and story telling.A well done documentary.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello to you and thanks a lot for your positive response.

  • @nancyb2003
    @nancyb2003 Před 3 lety +5

    Immediately recognizable, Edmund Dulac's visionary images exist as stunning examples of the beauty of the Golden Age of Illustration.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and of course I agree entirely with your opinion of this great illustrator.

    • @jennymay4720
      @jennymay4720 Před 2 lety

      @@petebeard He was brilliant, as are your videos Pete

  • @nordlys3432
    @nordlys3432 Před 3 lety +1

    WONDERFUL!!!!! An exceptional artist! Thanks for posting with bows from another artist.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and thanks for watching. This video has proven to be by far the most watched - and admired - that I've made so far.

  • @jennymay4720
    @jennymay4720 Před 2 lety

    I grew up on Dulac, and so it was wonderful to hear and see his life work in this video. Thank you Peter.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 2 lety

      Hello and thanks a lot for your appreciation of the video.

  • @crisruggiero8017
    @crisruggiero8017 Před 3 lety +1

    Outstanding watercolors. Such delightful and rich jewel tones!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Thanks a lot. He really was a talented man and should be widely celebrated.

  • @SuperTuffgirl
    @SuperTuffgirl Před 3 lety +9

    What an incredible video! Thank you for taking the time to put this together. Edmund Dulac was obviously so talented and creative.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks a lot for your enthusiastic response. I hope you'll find others you like on the channel.

  • @ayeshak6822
    @ayeshak6822 Před 3 lety +38

    Imagine if he'd given in fully to his parents pressuring him to finish law. These beautiful artworks would never have come to life. Toxic controlling parents, are you taking notes?

    • @PraiseTheFSMonster
      @PraiseTheFSMonster Před 3 lety +5

      Becoming a successful artist is extremely rare. Most parents are just looking out for their kids' wellbeing.

    • @paigetomkinson1137
      @paigetomkinson1137 Před 2 lety +1

      @@PraiseTheFSMonster There are actually way more jobs in art than many people believe*. And jobs very closely related to being an artist. It's a matter of having the education/background, and not insisting that your first, or 8th job is going to make you the artist you see yourself as in your own dreams. Plus a lot of, lot of, lot of practice and a bit of luck. Realizing, too, that jobs kind of close to what you want to do but still bring in a paycheck are better than giving up the dream, or stubbornly hitting your head against a wall (not finding "the job" the first time) that just isn't going to budge, this time. Better to bend a bit, but consistently bending towards the dream. If more you g people could (calmy) express this to their parents, along with the opportunities they would be willing to take before the dream job comes, or the money to have one's own studio and gallery, parents might be more comfortable with "I'm going to be an artist!" (*The Bureau of Labor Statistics can be a good place to start).

  • @OS3spys
    @OS3spys Před 3 lety

    Які витончені і красиві роботи!!😍 Дякую за інфо та наглядно презентовану тяглість творчості Дюлака. Наразі, є від чого стартувати у пошуках:)

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Велике спасибі за ваш коментар та привітання з тим, що я, на мою думку, є моїм першим глядачем в Україні.

  • @Capochin950
    @Capochin950 Před 3 lety +17

    A rare genius .such fine detail and beautiful colouring.What an imagination!Nothing Like his work is being done today.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +4

      Naturally enough I share your opinion. Such talent is rare indeed.

    • @calebclunie4001
      @calebclunie4001 Před 3 lety

      The cultivation of the imagination is a blessing. Today, people are slapped with labels that may deter the mind from wandering, thus promoting a trend towards uniformity of thought. People become comfortable, and noninquisitive, when things are predictable.
      Fostering an approach that looks to the (inner, and outer) horizons, could be a great asset.
      I like being on the edge of my seat, or finding an escape from the mundane, sometimes.
      It makes me feel like I am ready for anything, and at the same time flowing into everything.

  • @Garybonn
    @Garybonn Před 2 lety +1

    Thanks again. I love this series for its beautiful art, excellent production - and the way I feel so relaxed afterwards.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 2 lety +2

      Hello and your ppreciation is always welcome. It's good to know that I can be educational, entertaining and therapeutic all at the same time!

  • @renestevenson8119
    @renestevenson8119 Před 3 lety +2

    A delightful serendipity! I didn’t know the artist before- what a discovery. Love the magical and exquisite illustrations- and being transported to the marvelous worlds of Dulac’s imagination. Thank you so much. A real treat.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks a lot for your enthusiastic respones to the video. There is undoubtedly a quality to his work that encourages the viewer to immerse themselves into his world.

  • @bubblesezblonde
    @bubblesezblonde Před 2 lety +1

    I have to say, your homages to the great artisits of the past are quite engaging, thought provoking and works of art in their own right.. Thanks so much!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 2 lety

      Hello and many thanks for your appreciation of what I'm trying to do with the channel. Your comment is most welcome.

  • @rj8944
    @rj8944 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank you Pete,for this series of illustrators. Well done.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks a lot. It's a labour of love for me.

  • @annemac8175
    @annemac8175 Před 3 lety +6

    I loved watching this, I have three very early books displaying his art.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and thanks a lot for your appreciation. I hope you'll watch other videos on the channel too.

  • @paulklem9249
    @paulklem9249 Před 3 lety

    Great job again Pete. Dulac is so hard to capture because of his adaptive and changing styles through temperament, shapes, gesture and palate. His ability to pull it off makes for a weak “brand” if you will, but gains him hero status in the field. Always a surprise and yet another jewel to be found his. My teachers at California College of the Arts(and Crafts) would share him like a treasured secret. In classes for illustration, watercolor, figure drawing, color, and graphic design his name and work would pop up as would the oooos and awwws . His work spanning; intaglio, letterpress, and litho. From the Wright brothers to jets, Model Ts to Thunderbirds. Art Nouveau, Deco, Both World Wars. Europe to America, Quite a life of always learning and changing. A survivor and in the end = Hero

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and many thanks for your appreciation of the video. Such comments keep me motivated to produce more. In the case of Dulac my problem was what to leave out, rather than what to include.As you rightly point out, such a prolific and persisently creative man.

  • @welshpete12
    @welshpete12 Před 3 lety +5

    Oh my goodness, what treasures you may find on CZcams. I have never seen his work before , thank you so much for posting !

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks a lot and I hope you'll continue to watch more content on the channel.

  • @coneyisland6793
    @coneyisland6793 Před 3 lety +9

    This was an excellent presentation. I am more familiar with Rackham's work, and had no idea that Dulac had such a huge body of work. I was completely unfamiliar with his later work, and it was interesting to note the looser style and fresher colour palette he later adopted.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and yes unlike Rackham Dulac was really two different illustrators. The change of style seemed to come on quite suddenly and nobody's telling why. Maybe he just felt like a change.

    • @jennymay4720
      @jennymay4720 Před 2 lety

      @@petebeard I love the way he incorporated middle eastern and Eastern styles of Painting. I had no idea of this side of his work. I have several of his books and treasure them. What incredible talent. I would love to know how to desaturate colour.

  • @stringofpearls4551
    @stringofpearls4551 Před 2 lety

    I've just discovered your fine channel and immediately thrilled to see a documentary on Dulac. I still have Dulac's The Snow Queen given to me at the age of 12 (I'm now 60), and I remember spending hours studying his fantasy worlds. That volume is still nearest me on the bookshelves: the best things should always be near to hand as well as heart. Thank you for revealing his life, as well as his extraordinary career. I had no idea he was so versatile.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 2 lety

      Hello and welcome to the channel. Thanks a lot for your appreciation, and as an admirer of Dulac I'm reasonably confident you'll find more on the channel thats of interest. I hope so, at least.

  • @catzkeet4860
    @catzkeet4860 Před 3 lety +2

    Dulacs images, with their oriental influences, have all the gorgeous colours of tiny exquisite enamels, and the delicate touch of a great watercolourist and a mastery of textures. His work was very evocative, magical and it has always spoken deeply to me, like Rackhams work.. Thank you for this.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello to you and naturally enough I absolutely agree with you about both these illustrator's work. Breathtaking and genre-defining.

  • @LiOn-vg7eh
    @LiOn-vg7eh Před 3 lety +3

    Beautiful work

  • @jom6829
    @jom6829 Před 3 lety +9

    This came up in my recommendations. I love this kind of art, so immediately hit play and so glad I did. Beautifully narrated and the images were gorgeous. Thank you so much.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and I'm glad you enjoyed the video. I hope you'll stick around and hopefully find more on the channel that's of interest.

  • @jeffhildreth9244
    @jeffhildreth9244 Před 3 lety +12

    Fascinating and inspirational. Beautiful work beautifully presented. Thank you.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hi and your appreciation for the work means a lot to me. Keeps me motivated.

  • @TahtahmesDiary
    @TahtahmesDiary Před 3 lety +2

    He definitely inspired many of the fantasy illustrations I grew up with from the 80s and 90s. Very wonderful and influential, thank you for highlighting illustrators! 🧡

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello to you and thanks a lot for your appreciation of the video. I hope you'll continue to find others you like on the channel.

  • @seanbeckett4019
    @seanbeckett4019 Před 3 lety +9

    Another great video, I must say I have been enjoying your videos for a long while now. You have brought so many illustrators to my attention, that I might not have otherwise discovered, and they have been a great inspiration for my own illustration. Thanks, and keep the great content coming 👍👍😃

    • @coneyisland6793
      @coneyisland6793 Před 3 lety +1

      I couldn't agree more.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and thanks for your appreciation and dedication to the cause. It's particularly pleasing to know that it's useful for actual illustrators as well as those who like it.

    • @seanbeckett4019
      @seanbeckett4019 Před 3 lety +1

      @@petebeard It has been very helpful to me. You have such a depth of knowledge in this field, it's incredible 👍

  • @BlackXRose
    @BlackXRose Před 3 lety +5

    The works are beautiful of course! I can’t believe how enchanting they are!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and thanks for watching. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

  • @alipainting
    @alipainting Před rokem

    Another of my favorites !😅. So far every one of your CZcamss has been a fave.
    Years ago I photocopied some Dulacs and framed them and sent to my new born niece. Now I'm going to do the same for my granddaughter.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před rokem +1

      Hello and thanks a lot for your favourable comment. It's always a pleasure to hear that viewers enjoy the content. And what a good idea - get your grand-daughters started early with art appreciation!

  • @penelopecline4650
    @penelopecline4650 Před rokem

    So glad I discovered you today, with YT's suggestion of Maxwell Parrish. You've achieved the perfect balance of content, pace, information, and I love your voice. The writers, but more especially the illustrators of children's books of the Golden Age, made a deep impression on my early years. I'm looking forward to recapturing those memories with your videos - thank you!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před rokem

      Hello and welcome to the channel. I'm pleased to say there are a large number of other videos which are either entirely about particualr illustrators, such as Rackham and Pogany, and a host of others dotted about in the unsung heroes series. I hope you find them of interest.

  • @strangetimez
    @strangetimez Před rokem

    Dulac's art was ahead of his time. So intriguing and also to the narrator,you have such comforting voice. Happy holidays ~

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před rokem

      Hello and many thanks for your appreciation of the video, and my croaky old voice. Both very welcome.

  • @LuliLulu
    @LuliLulu Před 3 lety +5

    I love water colours. Thank you for this, another new artist from my perspective 🙂

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and it's a particular pleasure to know that I'm bringing these great illustrators to the attention of viewers who were previously unaware of their work.

  • @WhiteFyre
    @WhiteFyre Před 3 lety +5

    Seeing these beautiful artworks makes me cry with happiness. ✨🌸✨

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +2

      Hello and I'm really glad you enjoyed it (not sure about the tears though).

  • @sundeepsinghjichudasama7143

    Thrilled to find this channel Sir. Amateur interest here in all illustrations from Empire. I shopped a LOT at the Dover Bookshop when in the UK. A few years ago tried water colouring some. Plenty of joy and not too bad, even though I say so myself. Much gratitude for your dedicated work, and peace from Kenya, Sir!! 😊🙏

  • @val3ntin3nightshad39
    @val3ntin3nightshad39 Před 3 lety

    I remember seeing very beautiful art pieces as a young child. Only now do I realize that it is this artist. The many illustrations I have seen was in an antique shop once when I was young.
    I loved picture books then before I started to only read chapter books and novels at the age of six, and remember stumbling upon one of the books that had his art in it. It was Sleeping Beauty, and the pages were very old and faded. I asked the lady who owned it where it came from, and she told me that it was passed down in a family for generations. How it got in her shop was due to the death in the family, and the members did not want many of the things that they found to be junk.
    She then showed me some beautiful faerie figurines and prints in a small corner of her shop. I wanted to jump into the illustrations and go to far off places. When my relatives came to look for me, I didn't budge from where I was standing. They had to drag me out of there. I remember being mad that I couldn't play with the faeries. My mom told me that I had my own Tinkerbell toys and fairy costumes at home waiting for me. I said "But they are not as pretty as these! These are art!", lol.
    My grandmother then bought me a bunch of art books. As I got older, she gave me a human biology textbook printed in the nineties, so the information was outdated, but I still loved to read and interpret the articles until I had my own way of understanding it. I used it to make art. I believed that you needed life to make art, so I studied everything.
    I would catch bugs and butterflies as well to use as models, then set them free. I wanted to know and understand how many of the well respected artists made art and music, so I would study and research as much as I could.
    I would go to the library at school whenever I got the chance. I never bothered with the picture books, but the ones about science. Many of the kids made fun of me for how odd I was.
    But thd art teacher loved me. She always wanted to display my art. When we did self portraits, (mind you this was third grade), I amazed the adults with my accuracy. Due to my age, they expected the typical drawing a third grader would do. But I had confronted my identity and went on a journey of how others saw me, and how I saw myself. I combined the two and just drew. I didn't know what it was until it was finished since I was so concentrated.
    I was very quiet and shy when it came to my art and reading books, as well as studying science books. When she wanted to have it displayed in the library, I was of course very embarrassed. But she said I was very good at it and had a strong sense of self image.
    I don't really draw myself much anymore, but do draw many other things. I love doing watercolors and mixed mediums to get unique textures and interesting colors.
    I still view that if art has no true sense or core of life deeply within it, and it is just flat and mundane(corporate art for example, Google, Facebook, etc.), it is not truly art. It needs to have a heart in order to convey it's emotions and theme if it has any.
    Art tells a story which is unique to every individual who comes across it. Art also doesn't just exist in paintings, sketches, or statues. It is us as well. We are living, walking pieces of art. We were the beginning of what art is now today. We created it. Whether it be by accident or purposefully, we created regardless.
    So look around you. Art is everywhere. It is in everything.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello to you and thanks a lot for your very personal reflection on the nature of creating images. As someone who is worryingly near the end of this journey I can say with conviction that drawing and making pictures all my life has been one my greatest pleasures and kept me just this side of sane.

  • @robertkapler6227
    @robertkapler6227 Před 2 lety

    Beautifully done, Pete. Your narration is the perfect compliment to the illustrations you show.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 2 lety

      Hello and many thanks for your appreciation of the channel. It's most welcome.

  • @terryt9833
    @terryt9833 Před 3 lety +1

    My grandmother adores this artist. She has been working on a needlepoint of one of his mermaid watercolours for years.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks for watching. Your grandmother is far from alone - this is my most popular video by a considerable margin.

  • @GR-jw7ns
    @GR-jw7ns Před 3 lety +4

    Fantastic work yet again Pete. I can’t thank you enough for highlighting artists I would otherwise not know anything about. Much appreciated!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      It really does brighten my day to know viewers appreciate the channel. Thanks a lot.

  • @thedativecase9733
    @thedativecase9733 Před 2 lety

    Dulac was a wonderful illustrator glad to see his work being introduced to a wider audience..

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 2 lety

      Hello and many thanks for your recent comments.I have always found it borderline criminl that illustration generally doesn't get anything loke the attention it deserves. So if my channel rectifies that even by a small amount then I reckon I'm not wasting my rime.

  • @errolfellows409
    @errolfellows409 Před 2 lety

    As usual, informative and entertaining. And the music that accompanies the videos is a grand bonus!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 2 lety +1

      Hello and thanks a lot. I'm pleased you enjoyed the video.

  • @feliciavanbork4204
    @feliciavanbork4204 Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you, pete beard! A pleasure to watch

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and thanks very much. I hope you'll watch others.

  • @murraycharl
    @murraycharl Před 3 lety +6

    A quite brilliant series and Dulac, perhaps the greatest illustrator of that era,

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and thanks for your appreciation of the channel. My personal favourite (most days) is Heath Robinson, but there are just too many greats from that era.

  • @tseidl
    @tseidl Před rokem

    I am very much enjoying your channel and recommending it to others. Well researched, written and read and with great visuals, showing several works from favorite artists I have not seen before, particularly the paintings of Mucha. Thanks for these, from comics and graphics to illustration and painting- you are providing some inspiration indeed!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před rokem

      Hello and many thanks for your comment. And for subscribing and sharing - I want to inspire as many viewers as I can.

  • @robhead22
    @robhead22 Před rokem

    Awesome!! What a great selection of videos you have on your channel!! What a find you are!!! Thank you!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před rokem +1

      Hello and thanks a lot for your recent comments. It's always a real pleasure to welcome a new and appreciative viewer to the channel. I hope you continue to find content that's of interest to you.

  • @trippiesteff
    @trippiesteff Před 3 lety +3

    Thanks Pete, you teached me more about illustration history then 3 years of BA illustration studies.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +3

      Hello to you and sadly my own experiences teaching illustration confirm that most of those teaching the subject at university know very little and don't much care for the subject. You're better off - financially and educationally - teaching yourself.

  • @caro75003
    @caro75003 Před 3 lety

    What a fantastic review ! Such beautiful artworks ! I can't believe I only discover them now. Thank you for this gift !

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and many thanks for your positive reponse to this video. I'm really pleased to have introduced you to this great illustrator's work.

    • @caro75003
      @caro75003 Před 3 lety

      @@petebeard thank you for your answer ! I subscribed and will try to watch other reviews from you when I get the time. They are both relaxing and interesting. 😍

  • @andrewmarch7891
    @andrewmarch7891 Před rokem

    Thanks for this one Pete a lovely work and a real tribute; many thanks.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před rokem

      Hello and thanks a lot for your comment. I'm pleased you enjoyed it.

  • @Saffirance
    @Saffirance Před 3 lety +1

    So nice to find this video. I am a professional artist and Edmond Dulac is my favorite artist. Thanks

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +2

      Hello and I'm glad you enjoyed it. I hope you'll watch other videos as there are many others from book illustration's golden age on the channel.

  • @mapatterson173
    @mapatterson173 Před 3 lety +1

    Absolutely wonderful. Thank you for such a well done video. The illustrations selected were excellent choices to show the progression of his work. As a child, we had one of his books. Being an absolute nerd, I would sit and look at the illustrations and make up my own stories. I couldn’t read yet. I have no idea what happened to the family books after I left home and moved away. I try not to think about. For me the loss of these personal treasures is painful, like losing an old friend.

    • @morgantaylor517
      @morgantaylor517 Před 3 lety +1

      I know just what you mean, I'd kill for my Yellow Fairy Book and my East of the Sun, West of the Moon I had as a child. I could get lost for what seemed like hours in the illustrations, as a child one is immersed in the pictures, it was magic.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and many thanks for your positive response to the video. I hope you'll seek out others on the channel too.

  • @davidcashin1894
    @davidcashin1894 Před 3 lety

    Thanks for letting me rediscover DULAC

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello, and if I played any part in re-introducing you to this illustration genius then well done, me!

  • @colemarie9262
    @colemarie9262 Před 3 lety

    I have had that very illustration (4:39) saved on my phone for a few years now. I loved it when I first saw it, but it was not credited and I couldn't find out where it came from.
    I never expect that little bonus in addition to a great video, so thank you!!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and I'm glad you enjoyed it.

  • @simonward-horner7605
    @simonward-horner7605 Před 3 lety

    A wonderful examination of the life and works of this great illustrator. Thanks!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and many thanks for your favourable response to this video.. Positive feedback from viewers keeps me motivated.

    • @simonward-horner7605
      @simonward-horner7605 Před 3 lety

      @@petebeard Hello Pete, I really appreciate your wonderful work, thanks again!

  • @MindinViolet
    @MindinViolet Před 3 lety

    The was a beautiful documentary. Thank you. I enjoyed the honest appreciation for the work and lack of cynical criticism.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and thanks a lot for your appresciation of the video. I hope you'll find more to enjoy on the channel.

  • @patriciadumatrait9594
    @patriciadumatrait9594 Před 3 lety

    I never heard of this artist..thank you..love his work

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks for the comment. It's a good feeling to know I've introduced an illustrator of this quality to a viewer on the channel.

  • @christinethornhill
    @christinethornhill Před 3 lety +3

    What a treat this is, I’m delighted to watch and listen to your wonderful video. The history is remarkable.
    Thank you so much 🌹👌🏼

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and many thanks for your very positive reponse to the video. I hope you'll watch more on the channel.

    • @christinethornhill
      @christinethornhill Před 3 lety

      @@petebeard
      Thank you, Pete. I only just got your reply ! Hope you’re keeping well and enjoying some better weather .
      After seeing your video, I was able to find a copy of some of the illustrations you’ve shown .
      One of these days I really must stop buying more than I’ve got space for ! ( I’m certainly no minimalist )
      All the best to you. 🌟 📚 🌹

  • @susanclark6987
    @susanclark6987 Před 3 lety

    Love his work...thank you so much...

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks for watching. My most popular video by a considerable margin and it's Dulac who should get the credit.

  • @claudekingstan4084
    @claudekingstan4084 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you for making this video and reminding me the timeless magical poetic wonders of the artist that I will now cherish for all times with my family.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks for your appreciation for this video. I'm glad you enjoyed it.

  • @baby-ie7rz
    @baby-ie7rz Před 3 lety +3

    Your voice is really calming and illustrations are lovely, so glad I’ve clicked on this video!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +2

      Hello and thanks a lot for your flattering remarks - but Dulac gets all the credit for the pictures. I hope you'll watch and enjoy more on the channel.

  • @epicellen7299
    @epicellen7299 Před 3 lety +1

    Thank you so much forr the history of Edmund Dulac, brilliant

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks for your appreciation. Glad you enjoyed it.

  • @sofialanfranco4988
    @sofialanfranco4988 Před 2 lety

    ah pete I think im not only loving the artists you show but also your documentary style. Its honestly perfect! :D
    Its so cool to see how Dulac´s style changed through the years. I feel like there is at least a style for anyone to love in his work.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 2 lety

      Hello and many thanks for your recent comments. It's always a pleasure to welcome a new viewer who appreciates the channel content. I hope you'll stick around for more.

    • @sofialanfranco4988
      @sofialanfranco4988 Před 2 lety

      @@petebeard I will stick around for sure! Thank you for answering!

  • @MikeUIibarri
    @MikeUIibarri Před rokem +2

    Fantastic channel!

  • @gwdriver2158
    @gwdriver2158 Před 2 lety

    What a brilliant presentation of a talented artist's work. I arrived here by chance but immediately subscribed after viewing this video. Thank you Pete!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 2 lety

      Hello and I'm glad that our orbits have collided. I'm glad you enjoyed it and hope you find more on the channel to keep you watching.

  • @rosemarygilman8718
    @rosemarygilman8718 Před 3 lety

    Thank you, thank you, thank you for putting this toghether!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks to you for your positive respnse. I hope you'll seek out others on the channel too.

  • @lephilistin
    @lephilistin Před 3 lety +4

    This is great stuff. Thank you for creating all those videos.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and when viewers are appreciative of the channel it really keeps me motivated to produce more.

  • @joanbell6119
    @joanbell6119 Před 2 lety

    Thank you. Art nourishes the soul.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 2 lety

      Hello and you'll get no argument from me on that score. Although I have my doubts about abstract expressionism...

  • @morgantaylor517
    @morgantaylor517 Před 3 lety +1

    Reminds me of Kay Neilsen, and Rackham as well. This is my absolute favorite style of art. Stunning!!!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and thanks for your comment. I'm glad you enjoyed it and both Rackham and Neilsen also feature in other videos on the channel.

    • @morgantaylor517
      @morgantaylor517 Před 3 lety

      @@petebeard Ooo wonderful!!! Can't wait to watch!!!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello again and Rackham should be easy to find as he gets a vudeo to himself. Neilson features in unsung heroes of illustration 4 just to help you find him. Why I didnt do one just on him I can't imagine.

  • @furiscafynn6275
    @furiscafynn6275 Před 3 lety +1

    Dear god, what a hidden gem of a channel. Subbed instantly, so peaceful, wonderfully voiced with gorgeous evenly paced imagery. I'm so glad you popped up in my recommended, excellent work!!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and I'm pleased you discovered the channel - and subscribed. I hope you continue to enjoy other videos and discover more great illustrators.

  • @metamorphoseofmoi7724
    @metamorphoseofmoi7724 Před 3 lety +1

    I have always loved his artwork and never knew he was the illustrator! Glad to see this video recommended to me. Keep up the great work!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks for your appreciation. I hope you'll find other videos to enjoy om the channel.

  • @spiralpython1989
    @spiralpython1989 Před 3 lety +4

    Beautiful story, lovingly told.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hi and thanks very much for your positive comment.

  • @secretshaman189
    @secretshaman189 Před 3 lety

    Dulac has always been one of my favorites. Thank-you for sharing your wonderful collection of images. His art had the power to transport you instantly to another world.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello again and thanks for your comment and appreciation. More than any other illustrator I've featured Dulac has attracted similar comments about his power to draw the viewer into his fantasy work. A talent you rarely see.

    • @secretshaman189
      @secretshaman189 Před 3 lety

      @@petebeard Thanks for your reply. He does really draw you in... I am a frustrated illustrator myself, working on my first illustrated book. Your channel has been an inspiration. I think illustrators who love their work are really story tellers at heart.

  • @magicknight13
    @magicknight13 Před 2 lety +2

    That painting at 1:04 is one of my all time favorites!

  • @KraftyKreator
    @KraftyKreator Před 3 lety

    I believe I read his Arabian Nights book as a child, what a wonderful book with fantastic illustrations that really made the stories come alive.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and this video in particular seems to have sent quite a few viewers down memory lane to their childhood.

  • @jeffhildreth9244
    @jeffhildreth9244 Před 3 lety

    I passed your web site on to a dear friend who e-mail me this morning and she had chosen this particular video suggesting that it would be inspirational to me. We agree.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hi again and it's a great feeling to know that viewers are sharing and recommending videos from the channel. Thanks for this comment.

  • @ClariceAust
    @ClariceAust Před 3 lety

    Thanks so much Pete for bringing Edmund Dulac's art to a wide audience today. Now we can see where much of the (beautiful) art since originated.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and thanks a lot for your appreciation of the video. I hope you'll subscribe and keep watching other videos.

    • @ClariceAust
      @ClariceAust Před 3 lety

      @@petebeard Yes, I've subscribed!

  • @iangillham9647
    @iangillham9647 Před 3 lety

    Excellent episode! Thank you.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hi and thanks again - I'm glad you enjoyed it. With a talent like Dulac's my job is much easier.

  • @BlackSeranna
    @BlackSeranna Před 3 lety +2

    CZcams pushed this video to my front page. Subscribed. I am pretty certain I owned some of these books as a kid, because my mom picked them up at used book stores. I love Dulac's illustrations.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and I'm glad youtube are now promoting the channel content a bit more. I hope you'll watch others in the series and find new illustrators you like.

  • @TOOFUTURETV
    @TOOFUTURETV Před 3 lety

    Wonderful, will work through your videos this weekend, fascinating stuff. 👍🏼😎

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks a lot. You might want to space them out a bit though - familiarity breeds contempt I hear.

  • @unclekevin5094
    @unclekevin5094 Před 3 lety

    I have a first edition 1908 The Tempest with 30 to 40 separate color pictures, each one covered and protected by sheets of tissue paper. It is exquisite. As a child I was fascinated by the pictures and my mother left it to me on her death. The colors are vivid and beautiful and it is one of my most treasured possessions. People have suggested that i should take the plates out and have them mounted into picture frames. What sacrilege.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and that's a book I would love to see. I've only seen later reprints. It would be an act of barbarism to destroy the book - but you could scan the illustrations and have them digitally printed so you could have them on your walls and still have the book. Just a thought.

    • @unclekevin5094
      @unclekevin5094 Před 3 lety

      @@petebeard Value wise it is not great. There is even one available on EBay for around £300 but artistically and sentimentally it is invaluable. Also i have to say that i enjoyed your production and video so much that the excitement made me forget to thank you for your work and effort. You have greatly educated me yesterday.

  • @donnadees7031
    @donnadees7031 Před 3 lety +7

    these drawings/art works were in a 10 volume set my father gave me as a child/baby. it was called the home university bookshelf. thru the years they have disappeared. sadly.loved them.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +2

      Hello, and yes it's sad that what used to be treasured items can slip away over the years. All I can say is I'm grateful that at least these images still exist for new generations to admire.

    • @unclekevin5094
      @unclekevin5094 Před 3 lety +1

      I have a first edition 1908 The Tempest with 30 to 40 separate color pictures, each one covered and protected by sheets of tissue paper. It is exquisite. As a child I was fascinated by the pictures and my mother left it to me on her death. The colors are vivid and beautiful and it is one of my most treasured possessions. People have suggested that i should take the plates out and have them mounted into picture frames. What sacrilege.

  • @themysteriousdomainmoviepalace

    Thank you this! Dulac has been one of my favorites since childhood. So gorgeous!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety

      Hello and thanks a lot for your appreciation. I hope you'll continue to watch the channel.

    • @linnymaemullins3319
      @linnymaemullins3319 Před 3 lety

      👍😍

  • @electriksheep1508
    @electriksheep1508 Před 3 lety +1

    i loved this video, i had never heard of dulac before. thank you for making this ❤️

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +2

      Hello and thanks a lot for your appreciation of the video - and of course Dulac's astonishingly beautiful work. I hope you'll watch others on the channel too.

    • @electriksheep1508
      @electriksheep1508 Před 3 lety

      @@petebeard i sure will! thank you again!

  • @nadeeshaperera4892
    @nadeeshaperera4892 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice to hear a yorkshire accent being an authority on a fine arts topic, instead of the usual monopoly of RP.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před 3 lety +1

      Hello and thanks. But just to nitpick (and I really don't mind) I'm from Manchester - the other side of the pennines. I did live in Leeds for quite a few years though so maybe I picked up a bit of Yorkshire there. Either way I'm glad you enjoyed the video and I hope you'll watch others on the channel.

    • @nadeeshaperera4892
      @nadeeshaperera4892 Před 3 lety +1

      @@petebeard Sorry!!! Excuse my hubris; it appears I can't really tell northern accents apart that well. :)
      And yes, I certainly will!

  • @raminagrobis6112
    @raminagrobis6112 Před rokem

    What a splendid artist, very interestingly featured in a highly interesting presentation style. The narrator's voice is particularly soft, almost gentle, which is another attractive feature of this and many other videos available on his channel.
    I'll watch your other work with utmost pleasure, sir!

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před rokem

      Hello and thanks a lot for your kind remarks about this video. Naturally enough I hope you continue to find subject matter that's of equal interest to you.

  • @SatenSheets
    @SatenSheets Před rokem

    I love your channel, and your passion towards art and art history.

    • @petebeard
      @petebeard  Před rokem

      Hello and thanks a lot for your appreciation of the channel. It's very welcome.