It's wonderful how many black artists are being given Major. Shows the art world is now opening up to diversity. The quality and the aesthetics of these marvellous works testify to their importance. Thank you Ivan for your Adventurous spirit.
Saw his last work at Hauser & Wirth Los Angeles, last weekend, included in a small show of his work. I'm sorry he's off the planet. He understood us, the bizarre earthlings, in a rational and thorough way. And he articulated his comprehensions through paint. I heard him speak at MCASD at La Jolla. He was passionate, generous. And he was proud that Obama became President. I'm happy to have been there. Thank you Jack Whitten.
What a beautifully articulate human. So sad that the public often discovers artists only after their passing, but I guess its better than to not discover at all.
Mr. Whitten, thank you for this story/life share. You sir are not just one of the boys. I am so sorry that we as human beings treat each other with such sorrow/inhumanity. God Bless you sir. I can only imagine the beauty, peace and tranquility you have now in heaven. Thank you
So glad to have seen this video. I love to listen to people of any color, speak humble words with truth and wisdom. Love great art made by great artist.
I just watched a young person doing drawings and has over 6 million subs. An influencer. Here we have a passionate seasoned artist, who probably earns far less than his worth.
It's sad, to see that an American artist isn't given more exposure to his greatness. Recent history is recognizing more perspectives than the myopic European history viewpoint. Art critique, theory and sales should try harder to value of who and what we have sown.
Maybe this is a dumb question, but does he distinguish his mosaics from his paintings? Or are they all just “paintings” Are the chips ceramic or dried paint?
The dried slabs of acrylic he is using as he mentioned, "tesserae" or units. The working methods in the film, adhering the pieces to a substrate are very similar to contemporary artists working in mosaic with glass or stone.
It's OK to express how you didn't like the art but back it up with an insight. It's more useful this way. Otherwise no one cares that Joe Schmo just "doesn't like it". You might as well just do something else.
You're right it's only a hoppy because living is on art not possible people don't buy art work , me also want to be an artist but things which I create, no one wants to buy so now I thinking that , I can through them out , no value an artist ,that's v sad ,even so Allah himself is an artist but that's the tyranny
Do art for yourself. Do it cuz it makes you happy. If you only want to make art to sell, then it probably won't make you happy which will lead to you being less creative and frustrated.
And still your craft is burger making at McDonald's. Or wait here's an artful idea. While you have all that time Make McDonalds art out of all the nasty ingredients ketchup and mustard. Pretentious right. Oh while looked in that corporation's hell. You are a fckng moron. You have to be a human to understand the principles of an artist. you're just not one of them. And no I am not saying he is the best and you must follow him. But he is damn good. Passionate. And str8 up humanistic. He used his fckng resources.
to the negative responders to marys comment: I dare you to like every piece of art you see! everyone has a right to their opinion...try to understand that it's ok to be different. why can't we all get along even though we have different opinions?
It's wonderful how many black artists are being given
Major.
Shows the art world is now
opening up to diversity.
The quality and the aesthetics of these marvellous works testify to their importance.
Thank you Ivan for your
Adventurous spirit.
Love him. Seems like he wasn't just a great artist, but also a great, humble man.
exactly
A true art master for the ages: inspiration for every creative person, regardless of medium. A beautiful documentary.
Also thank the art of Art 21.
Saw his last work at Hauser & Wirth Los Angeles, last weekend, included in a small show of his work. I'm sorry he's off the planet. He understood us, the bizarre earthlings, in a rational and thorough way. And he articulated his comprehensions through paint. I heard him speak at MCASD at La Jolla. He was passionate, generous. And he was proud that Obama became President. I'm happy to have been there. Thank you Jack Whitten.
I CERTAINLY AGREE WISH I COULD HAVE BEEN THERE AND BEFORE THAT KNOWN THIS SPIRIT MAN, JACK WHITTEN
Obama is a war criminal.
So sad to have only just discovered him. Amazing man
Huh?? Are you kidding...he's been around.
me too and awesome paint-free art
What a beautifully articulate human. So sad that the public often discovers artists only after their passing, but I guess its better than to not discover at all.
"Notes From The Woodshed" such a great read...Thank You J.W. ✊🏾
Mr. Whitten, thank you for this story/life share. You sir are not just one of the boys. I am so sorry that we as human beings treat each other with such sorrow/inhumanity. God Bless you sir. I can only imagine the beauty, peace and tranquility you have now in heaven. Thank you
I just saw what the comment was below and was about to say…..the exact same thing! He is a great man. I could listen to him all day.
RIP to a true master
So glad to have seen this video. I love to listen to people of any color, speak humble words with truth and wisdom. Love great art made by great artist.
I could listen to him talk all day
Just cited this in my english essay shoutout Jack Whitten and what he provided to abstract art
Thank you for bringing such wonderful artists to my attention! So grateful.
So happy to hear that you've been enjoying the artists featured in our films. Thanks for sharing!
"Nothing big, just one of the boys" ...love him, such inspiring work and process!
What an amazing artist and communicator.
Life is Wonder or Despair- artists point out Wonder. Whitten is wonderful!
What a lovely human being and artist. Just discover him, glad I did.
Me too
His portraits are incredible
love your work.....my last name is whitten.....I went to art school for 2 years in st louis.....you are such an inspiration........
What an interesting artistic approach. Love it. Very thoughtful and innovative. Love them. And what a lovely man. Very admirable.
5:06 "The Developer" tool. He was wayyyy ahead of his time.
A random person that likes this will recieve 1 million dollars in the future!
@@FragmentCrossing 💯
What an absolutely marvelous and sweet human being. Need more people like this in the world! Great artworks.
Great artist and beautiful soul. Thanks for the documentary.
Love this series-these are remarkable artists and I love that they share their lives and workin their own voices. Thank you!
watching this is really calming
What a great guy!
Such exciting work. Sorry he is gone.
“Nothing big just one of the boys”
A random person that likes this will recieve 1 million dollars in the future!
nice quote
Thank you, master!!
Popped up on my feed today. Had never heard of him. Great video. Thanks!
RIP and Thanks for your Legacy, Dear Master
Thank you so much for introducing me to this man. What a great creator! I heart NY
Thank you for this.
I discovered him by accident at this moment.... and found out he died in the same video. Damn. I love this stuff. I'll check out some more!
Legend!!! He will be in all of the young artist's heads when they create!! :)
TOO GOOOOD, ONE OF THE BEST
I love the work.x
Sir, you are an inspiration!
he is a true master, real artist!!!
Wish he were still around; I would have loved to have met him.
I just watched a young person doing drawings and has over 6 million subs. An influencer.
Here we have a passionate seasoned artist, who probably earns far less than his worth.
Beautiful 🥺
Gracias! Buen argumento.!
Holy Shit Jack's work is amazing
agreed
nice to meet you. Have a good day. 💕
Great video.
an incredible artist and individual, this is a great video. truly inspirational.
thank you very much for sharing
What an inspiration
Well, I just learned of Jack Whitten, and he's already gone :( Sure do love his artwork... :)
It's sad, to see that an American artist isn't given more exposure to his greatness. Recent history is recognizing more perspectives than the myopic European history viewpoint. Art critique, theory and sales should try harder to value of who and what we have sown.
What a legend, I hope to be this good one day, with such clarity of who he is as a Artist 🙏🏾
Masterful
What a great guy!
Beautiful inspirational soul ❤️
This my art professor 🤣🤣🤣
He chose art over medicine. Good call, Mr. Whitten. RIP.
idk its was that much of a good call
@@luks386 what do you mean by that? He was a brilliant artist
Super cool video
such an inspiration !! R.I.P.
RIP, Master...
Beautiful..
Adorável pessoa e grande artista
I just want to go down as one of the boys
A Beautiful soul.
so cool
This is like avant-garde craftwork...
it was so beautiful what he does ;-( love this video
Wow rest in peace.
I dont understand english. But he is beautiful. I wonder what kind of stones are those...
Amazing
RIP Jack Whitten
What a badass
Amazing keep it up Fam!
wow
Rip big homie
Why I felt a LOT when I saw the paintings .
Cool
Ah, Shit, that was beautiful.
what is the name of that last (piano) song starting around 8:22 ?
Amazing artist overall!
good
My first professor a 2 semesters @ CU
if you can sell what you made you are an artist even if I don't like it
Not always....o e could surely sell something just to make money. But of course to be a professional artist, you need to sel, your work
Beautiful! 🙏🏻💖💕
Does anyone know the adhesive he is using at 1:00?
wascally1 probably an impasto gel. Drys clear. So many products to check out chroma.inc
Maybe this is a dumb question, but does he distinguish his mosaics from his paintings? Or are they all just “paintings”
Are the chips ceramic or dried paint?
they're dried paint, "slabs of acrylic."
I believe it's dried paint that has been cut up.
The dried slabs of acrylic he is using as he mentioned, "tesserae" or units. The working methods in the film, adhering the pieces to a substrate are very similar to contemporary artists working in mosaic with glass or stone.
beautifull 🌻
Interesting
The manifestion of an empty heart.
It's OK to express how you didn't like the art but back it up with an insight. It's more useful this way. Otherwise no one cares that Joe Schmo just "doesn't like it". You might as well just do something else.
🔝🔝🔝❤❤❤
You're right it's only a hoppy because living is on art not possible people don't buy art work , me also want to be an artist but things which I create, no one wants to buy so now I thinking that , I can through them out , no value an artist ,that's v sad ,even so Allah himself is an artist but that's the tyranny
Do art for yourself. Do it cuz it makes you happy. If you only want to make art to sell, then it probably won't make you happy which will lead to you being less creative and frustrated.
Yeah, still I create to make myself happy
question: IF IM USING THIS FOR A ART ASSIGNMENT CAUSE MY TEACHER ASSIGNED IT TO ME WHY IS HE CUSSIN
I doubt it really bothers you and I'm sure u cuss just as much.
megalh kallitexnara
More pretentious Modern Art garbage
A sweet humble man, raised dirt poor in the most racist part of America - does he strike you as a very pretentious person?
And still your craft is burger making at McDonald's. Or wait here's an artful idea. While you have all that time Make McDonalds art out of all the nasty ingredients ketchup and mustard. Pretentious right. Oh while looked in that corporation's hell. You are a fckng moron. You have to be a human to understand the principles of an artist. you're just not one of them. And no I am not saying he is the best and you must follow him. But he is damn good. Passionate. And str8 up humanistic. He used his fckng resources.
Not my cup of tea.
Not at all surprising.
Why don't you go have a cup of tea?
Mary Cahill no one cares wot ur negative ass thinks
to the negative responders to marys comment: I dare you to like every piece of art you see! everyone has a right to their opinion...try to understand that it's ok to be different. why can't we all get along even though we have different opinions?
Total nonsense