How I made this amazing blue mountain river diorama...and nearly messed it up completely!

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  • @hllwhalt8835
    @hllwhalt8835 3 роки тому +324

    That's the kind of thing i'd like to do in the future, if i have any future

    • @breadley5159
      @breadley5159 3 роки тому +12

      Or skill

    • @TheNuovaman
      @TheNuovaman 3 роки тому +38

      The way the price of epoxy is going means you'll have a lovely little river in the future, just no home to live in.

    • @fireflieer2422
      @fireflieer2422 3 роки тому +3

      @@TheNuovaman HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA SAD BUT TRUE

    • @myrrhfortheroad
      @myrrhfortheroad 3 роки тому +4

      Go for it!! Best of luck to you! 😃

    • @hllwhalt8835
      @hllwhalt8835 3 роки тому +2

      @@myrrhfortheroad thanks

  • @yolo9050
    @yolo9050 4 роки тому +95

    NGL this video is pretty entertaining, it's still a shame that things went wrong, but your "oooh...." reaction got a bit of a chuckle out of me. And sometimes we need videos like these to show us "what not to do and why", well done for not giving up on the project, it still turned out beautiful.

  • @elizabeths4371
    @elizabeths4371 4 роки тому +45

    Our unintended "Mistakes" often become our cherished "Works of Art" which is definitely applicable to this Magnificent river scene- WOWEE!

  • @hanoh2904
    @hanoh2904 3 роки тому +72

    Bubbles are alright. It gives movement to the water

    • @luvariaa
      @luvariaa 3 роки тому +6

      yes! however, sometimes it can look unrealistic.

    • @luisaarias1909
      @luisaarias1909 2 роки тому

      Excelente obra de arte
      Es lo más cerca a la realidad que he visto . Bendiciones

  • @universe969
    @universe969 4 роки тому +93

    I always enjoy the longer videos because after the first few minutes sink in it somehow becomes meditative and induces the feeling that there’s no outside world to worry about; similar to how Bob Ross videos feel.

    • @HighEyeWorkshop
      @HighEyeWorkshop  4 роки тому +9

      Thank you. That's exactly why I started making them: to help people in this way. I get exactly the same feeling from watching videos by Luke Towan, Terranscapes, etc..

    • @emilyestico2334
      @emilyestico2334 2 роки тому +1

      What type of island is this

    • @rikkiwazzerman3654
      @rikkiwazzerman3654 2 роки тому

      @@HighEyeWorkshop I learned to oil paint by watching Bob Ross. I get the meditation vibe from your videos.

  • @freddab.7110
    @freddab.7110 4 роки тому +12

    I‘ve never made a diorama in my life, but I just love watching your videos and listen to your voice.

  • @durgadivinewrath1983
    @durgadivinewrath1983 3 роки тому +189

    This is amazing, and the river was a happy accident in the end as it turned out beautifully

  • @cupcakex
    @cupcakex 4 роки тому +43

    Hmmm. I’ve never had such a strong physical urge to shrink! So realistic & beautiful. Love your work!

  • @RafaelMartinez-es6we
    @RafaelMartinez-es6we 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you SO MUCH..Body..You Really made my day!!. I'm a retiree...born in a Caribbean Country/ Venezuela. Sadly. About 47 y/ago I left and went to Manhattan Island/NYC..Worked there for 38years and retired from my last job in Long Island/NY..now living in Pto Rico Island. Looking at the Atlantic Ocean and Praying to God...Please..End to this Global Situation and Free my people and Humanity in General. With the help of your video.. going to create some Art, just to keep myself busy..Thanks.

  • @Keltain
    @Keltain 3 роки тому +153

    I feel like the bubbles make it much more river like. Like a perfectly stagnate river would be a VERY concerning sight

    • @dtwotimes10
      @dtwotimes10 3 роки тому

      Yeah I agree

    • @theelilac113
      @theelilac113 3 роки тому

      agreed

    • @jaydee5447
      @jaydee5447 3 роки тому +3

      Agree, stagnant water is full of disease

    • @alivia4421
      @alivia4421 3 роки тому

      k je

    • @drewdakin6717
      @drewdakin6717 3 роки тому

      those bubbles would be wildly disproportionate to the actual size of the river.. maybe if you were creating a toxic swamp

  • @avreehayes08
    @avreehayes08 3 роки тому +5

    At the end of the video when you were doing shots of the end result, my sister looked at what I was watching and asked why I was watching a documentary about a river. That's how good it is!!!!

  • @sevenowls7776
    @sevenowls7776 4 роки тому +3

    The Ardèche in miniature! All that's missing are fish in those limpid waters... Par excellence! Bravo!

  • @anshi_22
    @anshi_22 4 роки тому +17

    OHH my god I finally found a *PATION MAN* , U are the best Artist I have ever seen ❤️❤️

  • @Justwayne88
    @Justwayne88 4 роки тому +14

    This is amazing, not actually watched yet but will watch it all, i have just seen the intro and that was enough for me to subscribe and like, watching it all now

  • @TheModelingHermit
    @TheModelingHermit 10 місяців тому

    I really appreciate the way that you show your mistakes and how you repaired them. It is beneficial to those of us who are going to be building dioramas in the future. Your work of art is fabulous.

  • @stephdustin-ty4xd
    @stephdustin-ty4xd Місяць тому

    I love that u not only show the mishap but also how u rolled with it and came up with a solution that u also showed. Thank u 🙏 😊

  • @dh7930
    @dh7930 2 роки тому +4

    It it's much more educational to see someone make mistakes that anyone could make, and then correcting them, or explaining how to overcome them. Thank you so much for this awesome video!

  • @panhandlepilot9363
    @panhandlepilot9363 2 роки тому +2

    This has got to be one of the BEST water scenes I’ve seen yet. And you called it an accident? I call it perfection!

  • @embyrr922
    @embyrr922 4 роки тому +3

    Those rocks are incredible. Well done for pulling it out of the fire.

    • @HighEyeWorkshop
      @HighEyeWorkshop  4 роки тому

      Thank you. Yes, I would have been very sad had it been completely ruined.

  • @JRRobeck
    @JRRobeck 9 місяців тому

    Wow!! Brilliant, clever, impressive. My jaw dropped when I saw how well the two cutouts “animated” the lightning bolt ⚡️. I gotta try that out!

  • @annettesonnenberg7606
    @annettesonnenberg7606 4 місяці тому

    Fascinating. Thank you for explaining the process and products. So many of these video types are silent. Liked that you didn’t edit the “mistakes “ as it was very informative. Beautiful piece.

  • @adriijvr
    @adriijvr 3 роки тому +3

    i love this dude's approach to stuff, and it helps so much that the results are always so beautiful and how calming his voice and the process is

  • @carriegilkison4480
    @carriegilkison4480 3 місяці тому

    Thanks for sharing the whole process, including mistakes and recovery! Looks gorgeous!

  • @foreverplastickits138
    @foreverplastickits138 4 роки тому +6

    *Again a really realistic and mastered diorama, the mistake is completely corrected and it's a beauty!*

  • @mr.cracker3085
    @mr.cracker3085 4 роки тому +51

    Him: "you really can't mess up here"
    Me trying do anything remotely similar Well actually.... seriously great work though

  • @danielhanawalt4998
    @danielhanawalt4998 8 місяців тому

    It was the right decision to save the piece rather than scrapping it and starting over. The end result was beautiful.

  • @777cookies
    @777cookies 3 роки тому +2

    Also, I like the music it makes the video that much more calming.

  • @HolldollMcG
    @HolldollMcG 3 роки тому

    Watching the foam made me itch. So glad you were able to save it, you're a genius!

  • @andrewmusictv6746
    @andrewmusictv6746 3 роки тому +1

    Magnificent work of the mountain river diorama! A very well deserved like. You are like the Bob Ross of dioramas! Great work.

  • @MrGandallo
    @MrGandallo 4 роки тому +3

    Had a few craft based tantrums myself but I guess it's how we learn. Your end result is wholly worth the effort put in and is so realistic.

    • @HighEyeWorkshop
      @HighEyeWorkshop  4 роки тому

      Cheers Dave. Yes, I totally agree. (About the learning from mistakes bit.)

  • @KasturiDalvi-ne6vu
    @KasturiDalvi-ne6vu 4 роки тому +6

    You have so much patience!!

    • @HighEyeWorkshop
      @HighEyeWorkshop  4 роки тому +2

      Not always 😂

    • @tcsyme
      @tcsyme 4 роки тому +3

      Yes and no. I maintain that you don't need patience to do something you enjoy, and he is clearly having fun with these lovely dioramas.

    • @HighEyeWorkshop
      @HighEyeWorkshop  4 роки тому +1

      @@tcsyme Yes, it's like charging for your time as an artist. I will always charge based on the time I've spent over the years establishing my skills, but charging for time on a specific project would often make it unaffordable. No-one should work for free, but I also work for fun. That said, whenever anyone accuses me of not being fair by charging for written tutorials, etc., I become even more sure that I'm right for charging.

    • @tcsyme
      @tcsyme 4 роки тому +1

      @@HighEyeWorkshop Charging for your knowledge, skills and experience, vs actual time on the job makes a lot of sense.

  • @gabrielparker3289
    @gabrielparker3289 4 роки тому +6

    Im just suprised on how many subs he has i would be expecting 2 mil at least i love his videos so relaxing

  • @thescrapline4905
    @thescrapline4905 4 роки тому +2

    Great results despite the resin blunder! Got to love a resin diorama.
    Top stuff.

  • @dannyb0208
    @dannyb0208 4 роки тому +3

    The rocks are just amazing, and I actually really like the water effect and colour that you've created; thanks for sharing, a really interesting watch.

    • @HighEyeWorkshop
      @HighEyeWorkshop  4 роки тому

      Thanks Daniel. I really wanted to go for brighter water this time.

  • @asif80
    @asif80 2 роки тому

    I came here because I wanted to make sewage water for my TMNT diarrhea, which I’m hoping to attend for the first time and ended up watching this soothing video for ages. Don’t think I can do this. This is brilliant.

  • @kasaaja1
    @kasaaja1 Рік тому

    Beautiful! Only with a knife to carve like this ... unbelievable!

  • @melissarmt7330
    @melissarmt7330 4 місяці тому

    I learned quite a bit watching your videos, thank you. This project is three years old but it's still eye-opening for me. :D

  • @frankkleij9149
    @frankkleij9149 4 роки тому

    Stamp collection is a great hobby and not so messy.

  • @thomearle1294
    @thomearle1294 Рік тому

    Well done! Your narration, rock carving and finished project are all top drawer. The best I’ve ever seen. Despite your difficulties. You honesty is greatly appreciated. I’ll look for more from you. Please get a real knife!

  • @stephdustin-ty4xd
    @stephdustin-ty4xd Місяць тому

    Loving the innovative tricks and solutions 👍
    U do amazing work! Extremely talented

  • @rikkiwazzerman3654
    @rikkiwazzerman3654 2 роки тому

    Beautiful River. I have been to the Blue Ridge Mountains in the States. It's a beautiful place. You diorama is beautiful as well. A piece of a beauty I cherish. Appreciate ya. One Day, I'll give it a goo.

  • @riffsandwich9541
    @riffsandwich9541 Рік тому

    Very awesome. As a fly fisher the idea of making a diorama of some of the prettiest stretches of my favorite streams is very exciting. Thanks for the inspiration.

  • @gatesbisson1746
    @gatesbisson1746 4 роки тому +7

    great job, you inspired me to try those techniques , well done

  • @mahintaj6061
    @mahintaj6061 10 місяців тому +52

    My model burnt ... I searched on internet and it said bcoz I poured hot mixed epoxy resin on thermacol and it catched fire . Plzz be aware of it . Seriously nobody told me about this on internet . Be careful guys . Just commented here to a awareness so that it does not happen with you all which happened to me . Literally sooo sad 🥺🥺🥺🥺

    • @ignaciohermoso6971
      @ignaciohermoso6971 8 місяців тому +1

      Now I'll try it 😂 🤪

    • @kimjum3911
      @kimjum3911 4 місяці тому

      ​@@ignaciohermoso6971D:

    • @aiiciamab..1116
      @aiiciamab..1116 4 місяці тому

      Terrific 😢

    • @TheAnugia
      @TheAnugia 4 місяці тому

      Yeah, my foam melted when i pour epoxy resin, and i can't find solution, did you know how to prevent foam melted ?

    • @Neville-z2i
      @Neville-z2i 3 місяці тому

      ​@@TheAnugiathree layers of woodland scenics flex paste c1205 should do the trick.

  • @closer2theheart684
    @closer2theheart684 11 місяців тому

    I've used that block before when making terrain. I use a bent gouge wood chisel (spoon style) on it, and it worked perfectly for me. But I didn't use it to make a river scene this detailed. I absolutely love how this turned out. If brave enough, I might try my hand at this in the near future.

  • @DonPablo91
    @DonPablo91 3 роки тому +1

    Absolutely beautiful and not messed up at all! GJ

  • @kellye.5678
    @kellye.5678 3 роки тому

    This is so cool yet soothing at the same time

  • @marybabsynair9290
    @marybabsynair9290 3 місяці тому

    Its really beautiful
    Looking natural
    I wish i could make it myself for our Christmas crib
    But its tough to get so many stuffs available

  • @mejeristen
    @mejeristen 4 роки тому +1

    Really love your humor. And off cause your work.

  • @sshim950
    @sshim950 4 роки тому +1

    Very nice save, well done! Beautiful river scene. Thanks for sharing.

  • @reginehospital3225
    @reginehospital3225 2 роки тому +1

    Aussi vrai que nature c'est superbement réalisé...bravo l'artiste.
    💖✨️de France

  • @ponyrang
    @ponyrang Рік тому

    Wow, That's a great video. I will always cheer for you in Korea I'm looking forward to a great video. Have a nice day.

  • @rogeralm5596
    @rogeralm5596 4 роки тому +2

    It is fantastic to watch someone so talented. Love it ❤️

  • @sleepycodm_
    @sleepycodm_ 3 роки тому +3

    10:33 “i really should’ve thought about that in advance but I didn’t. So... what are u gonna do?” HAHAHAHA WHY SO DEFENSIVE

  • @tiffanymariezaccagnino2599
    @tiffanymariezaccagnino2599 Рік тому +1

    Excellent job! So real looking" I enjoyed watching..

  • @brendanscanlan5699
    @brendanscanlan5699 Рік тому

    This is perfect for one of my sculpting projects I'm working on. I'm making a sea monster. The head /neck just finished baking. Going to painting tomorrow then eork on the middle body rising and driving back into the water along with the tail coming up. Never used resin so I'll have a few practice runs before making the final water diorama base to connect the clay pieces.
    Thanks!

  • @carlostriebel876
    @carlostriebel876 11 місяців тому

    Absolutely wonderful Diorama. I Love to watch your Video.

  • @jazzmoos5382
    @jazzmoos5382 2 роки тому

    * Nothing to it * 😄
    Very nice. The details.. I love details in art, and you’re not afraid to let us see the troubles along the way. I appreciate seeing and hearing what went wrong, as well as what went right, because it’s a learning experience for all of us. And you fixed everything so we got to see how you accomplished those fixes.
    Great tutorial. Thank you.

  • @Bibidabee
    @Bibidabee 3 роки тому +2

    These are so calming! Thank you for making these and taking time out of your day to do things for other people. It means a lot

  • @normanrowe2831
    @normanrowe2831 4 роки тому +2

    Hi ya Merrick, just dropped by to see what you’ve been up to. Interesting foam product. A denser florist foam. It certainly lent itself to beautiful rock faces. Beautiful. Your sculpting talents are impressive. You should get yourself a set of clay sculpting tools. So... the heat of the torch created the reaction. Unfortunate. Your results are stunning as always. I’m so pleased your channel is doing so well. And all your other ventures also. Okay. Great stuff. Sorry you guys are locked down again. Take care. See ya next time.

    • @HighEyeWorkshop
      @HighEyeWorkshop  4 роки тому

      Cheers, Norman. Yes, locked down firmly. But I work at home anyway ☺️

    • @bonniehollingsworth1996
      @bonniehollingsworth1996 4 роки тому

      Yes, a clay sculpture tool shaped like an elongated ‘U’ might be helpful here. These tools are sharp and can be drawn along horizontally to carve out channels.

  • @CTDioramas
    @CTDioramas 4 роки тому +3

    Turned out great! Good job 👍

  • @seaside1457
    @seaside1457 3 роки тому

    This is so satisfying! Watching these videos helps me get through the day. Thank you!

  • @samezzieni4750
    @samezzieni4750 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent job , very realistic.

  • @frutzlidimare1829
    @frutzlidimare1829 4 роки тому +1

    Finaly a Video
    Thank you so much
    It looks so stunning
    Many Greetings from switzerland

  • @thomaswalla4210
    @thomaswalla4210 4 роки тому +1

    Always fascinating to see you at work thanks for showing!

  • @scrumpymanjack
    @scrumpymanjack 2 роки тому

    What incredible work. Just amazing. I've only just discovered this miniature world, and it's irresistible....as if I needed yet another interest!

  • @justineast5380
    @justineast5380 10 місяців тому

    That looks great I just got my first kit and I'm excited to make a diorama of a wooded scene. I hope I can make mine look half as good as yours.

  • @lucyssilverlining5396
    @lucyssilverlining5396 4 роки тому +1

    I really enjoyed watching this video. Thank you

  • @mcomeslast
    @mcomeslast 3 роки тому

    It’s not ruined. Those bubbles make it look more life like.

  • @Izzysingsofficial
    @Izzysingsofficial 3 роки тому

    I thought there was a real river in the thumbnail! Amazing job!

  • @JaysDiecastCreations
    @JaysDiecastCreations 3 роки тому +2

    WOW I knew I had alot to learn and learn alot I did watching this project unfold. Fantastic job and thank you for sharing this. I am now a subscriber of yours 😎👊

  • @Whitewolfen
    @Whitewolfen 3 роки тому

    So freakin cute! The sunny shine is lovely on the water. I love those tiny flowers as well

  • @goldenwolfee7693
    @goldenwolfee7693 3 роки тому +1

    Is it just me or does this guy deserve SO MANY more subs?!? (I subbed :3)

  • @Eduardomd54
    @Eduardomd54 6 місяців тому

    Amazing results, thank for the class !

  • @eTraxx
    @eTraxx 3 роки тому

    That was a enjoyable bit of time spent

  • @sixfoothalfling253
    @sixfoothalfling253 3 роки тому

    The river looks amazing! I've found that the bubbles form do to the foam reacting to the heat produced by the epoxy curing. A solution that seems to work for me is applying a thin layer of pve glue and then painting on a layer of resin on first. Once cured ill go ahead and do the full pour of resin

  • @_chuliah_
    @_chuliah_ 3 роки тому

    it's a little bit weird but I really enjoy listening to your warm voice. Plus your work looks amazing and realistic.

  • @Thierry-q2j
    @Thierry-q2j 2 місяці тому

    Magnifique !!!!! absolument magnifique !!!!!! 😍

  • @judysparks1132
    @judysparks1132 Рік тому

    Wow ! That so real looking . Fantastic work ❤

  • @markbright2010
    @markbright2010 4 роки тому +1

    Unbelievable. You have alot of skills im just starting to try and learn. Great video.....

  • @cenogravando
    @cenogravando 3 роки тому +2

    Thank you soo much for al the information. I am working in a set design for a stop motion in Brasil and your information are very usefull 💚💚💚

  • @Justwayne88
    @Justwayne88 4 роки тому +1

    wow, what can i say, i have only made 2 dioramas, and i have learnt s o much just from this one video of yours, the way you carved the stone in to the rock was amazing, i thought that they were moulds, the water looks amazing, if i did not watch it all i would have never know that you had any issues looks truly amazing. well done, if ever would love to meet you and learn so much more.

    • @HighEyeWorkshop
      @HighEyeWorkshop  4 роки тому

      I'm so glad you enjoyed it and got something out of the video 🙂

  • @Bumper83lilone
    @Bumper83lilone 4 роки тому +5

    Love it man... Love it

  • @susanlathrop234
    @susanlathrop234 2 роки тому +2

    Would a spoon or melon baller work better to cut out the river in the beginning stages? Very nice though. I like it a lot.

    • @HighEyeWorkshop
      @HighEyeWorkshop  2 роки тому

      You're probably right. But I won't be using this foam again - too messy!

  • @МахабатЛ
    @МахабатЛ 3 роки тому

    Это можно сравнить с хорошей картиной. Не у каждого так получится. Это талант.

  • @Thomas-ld1fm
    @Thomas-ld1fm 4 роки тому +2

    Excellent work as always. Would it of been easier to use rasps, files, or wood carving tools instead of the knife to shape the river?

    • @HighEyeWorkshop
      @HighEyeWorkshop  4 роки тому

      Thank you. I think a file would have been good, but not a rasp.

  • @ltldxy71
    @ltldxy71 3 роки тому

    Really enjoyed watching this. Very creative!

  • @lydvincecruz824
    @lydvincecruz824 4 роки тому +1

    Big WOW!!!AMAZING talent wish. I coul be like you. Love it. Thanks 4 sharing.❤

  • @peterstecks7660
    @peterstecks7660 4 роки тому +1

    A journey. Thank you for posting.

  • @blinkie1114
    @blinkie1114 3 роки тому

    I’m obsessed with your art 💗

  • @AtlanSumerian
    @AtlanSumerian 4 роки тому +1

    Thank you very much for your video. From ROK.

  • @randomperson8160
    @randomperson8160 3 роки тому

    This is very good for my mental health in a good way

  • @Shenanigans3D
    @Shenanigans3D 3 роки тому

    It's high density polyurethane foam... and your skills are amazing.

  • @R3deye119
    @R3deye119 9 місяців тому

    I love this and I laughed a few times this guy is actually funny impo great work absolutely beautiful would love to have a go at this 👍👍

  • @9thebear
    @9thebear 4 роки тому +1

    Absolutely astounding!

  • @Hamishtarah
    @Hamishtarah 2 роки тому

    For the bubbles, I've seen on another channel that gently blowing with the mouth helps to get rid off them.
    Anyway, fantastic result and captivating artwork. Very well done!!

    • @edeaglehouse2221
      @edeaglehouse2221 Рік тому +1

      It's not blowing that helps get rid of bubbles in epoxy resin but the carbon dioxide from your breathing. You could also wave the flame of a blow torch above it but be careful not to burn anything. Again, it's CO2 that helps ease the bubbles out of freshly poured resin.

    • @Hamishtarah
      @Hamishtarah Рік тому +1

      @@edeaglehouse2221 thx for the explantion! :)

  • @alainaarrhodge5900
    @alainaarrhodge5900 2 роки тому

    Absolutely magnificent! Bravo.

  • @theoschmitt3037
    @theoschmitt3037 Рік тому

    Toll gemacht. Ich bin begeistert. Alles ist so realistisch.

  • @Icyrice
    @Icyrice 4 роки тому +7

    Yay I’ve been waiting for a new vid!

  • @linzspiritofcovDBuk
    @linzspiritofcovDBuk 3 роки тому +1

    U could connect this to your dream holiday beach