When I was a kid, I truly wanted to paint photographically. Realism was what I was after. Today, realism still is what I am after, but I have learned that expression and impressionism is how I approach it, letting the brush strokes create something so much more than a photo. I want my art to look like a photo at 10 feet, and I want it to fall apart at 2 feet.
You have paintings where you have to take a step back, others ask for a step forward. I also like extreme realism, the patience it takes. Look at Marco Grassi, he draws the pores.
Thank you so much, Andrew! I learn a lot from you. My why is: I feel at home creating with God. My hope is to draw people into a deeper place for at least a moment. I get the opportunity to help bring stories into an image(s). Thanks again Andrew for helping many of us along our journeys.
Well Andrew, you really got me thinking on this one! I thought about my why and had several internal reasons I had never really considered. I think essentially as human beings we are genetically programmed to create anyway whether it is by producing children, growing food, humming a song, preparing dinner, it is all creation. Personally, I love the time I invest in painting, the hours that roll by, the quiet or the music I listen to, the smell of the paint, the new crisp canvas, the anticipation of completion, the endless cups of coffee which go cold but still taste great 3 hours later, the final product and the satisfaction and joy the creation brings to me. Even the stiff bones and back from sitting for ages are welcome to me. You can't get that with the click of a button! That is too fast, gone to soon, in an instant. Painting should be a slow, growing process with layer after layer of time, paint, brushstrokes, thought and peace. Well, that is my why anyway. Thanks for this thought provoking upload, it was really interesting and your works are increadibly breathtaking as always. Cheers, from Dublin, Ireland.
I was pushed into art from a young age and thought i loved it. As i grew older, i felt less inclined to create art as it came out forced but have since fallen back in love with it. My why now a days is because it is therapeutic. Its a way i can express my internal. Its a way i can connect with people. Its a way to support myself by being myself through expression. Its communication at its basis and, like music or books, is a language in and of itself. Art is my language 💕💖💕
just a few minutes into the video, re: "why not just take a photo"? Because you are training your brain! We are born a blank canvas, and everything we see, touch, smell, and hear is training our brain to recognize our environment. The "hand-eye" coordination training is so much more than just holding a brush. That is why we improve as artists after repetitive years of "training" and learning new things. Practice makes perfect, as they say.
Thank you so much for making and sharing this video! I have been struggling since losing my ability to work as a full-time artist due to medical/spinal issues, and drawing or painting now can be physically challenging to do at all but i've been pushing myself because it's just like you said...'painters gotta paint', so I keep trying. I've never been so unhappy with anything i've made before though, and I think that this question you've posed is something I really need to think on that could help. What is my 'why'? If it is no longer enjoyable because it is physically painful, and no longer leads to even any financial gain...then why? Why do I still have an urge to create? Where do you go with that, and what do you do? May I ask what you would do in a similar situation? I don't mean to be rude or ask anything too personal, I am only curious. Thank you again for the thought-provoking content and beautiful, inspiring work!
There will always be people who truly appreciate and value craftsmanship. Paintings are more than an image, they are an object too, one that took time, effort and skill to make. Realistic paintings are worth making because they were made by a person who uses their artistic voice to invite us to look closer, to look longer, to appreciate things on a deeper level. The artist shows the viewer things they might have otherwise overlooked.
Learning how to push our techniques and abilities in order to develop our artistic expression is a big part of my how and why. Great question to ask Andrew🎨👌
Before photoshop, every artist had to take a photo of what they wanted to paint, then draw it out on paper, then do a color rendering, before even attempting to do the actual painting. With the creation of photoshop and other such computer programs, artists are now able to do all the preliminary work in the one program, and not only make quick composition changes, but color correction, without even using more paint or having to redraw the project. Ever since I was introduced to photoshop, I found that I could preplan my project as well as make immediate changes. The brush tools are great, allowing for realistic textures. For those who don’t understand the process of creating a painting, they need to know that we as artists don’t merely copy from photos, but we create a world that uses several references to achieve our goal. So photoshop works well by dropping in those elements we have researched, to complete our “image”. I have several projects going in my Krita program, and it allows me to work on each one at various times when an idea hits me. So yes, photoshop is a great tool for artists if they choose to use it. ❤❤
As a believer, the creative process is an act of worship. 1st of all It is a gift that I received from my creator, and I feel it is my duty to use that gift. But more importantly, We are created in his image, and because he is a creator, we must be creative. AI will never replace that.
Hi Andrew...it's a common question all of us get when we start art. For me...I don't understand when most of the artist say..it's my inner expression! What expression? Most of us are using references not from inner imagination. If I'm doing intuitive art...I agree...but when I'm copying from a reference especially from a photo it's not expression but transfering into another medium which has got its own beauty. Eg. This Painting what you are doing if done in watercolour looks differently from pastel etc. If I'm composing my own Painting like you are doing here thats real expression. Actually...coming to the question why I create? I do painting as it levitates me into meditative state , journey of painting ...itself is adventurous with its mini challenges to get right values right hue etc, Also a painting makes me feel emotional about that scene than a photo I don't know why. So that's the reason...also neither I can create photorealistic paintings or am interested
As some one who works mostly digital these days I think being able to paint gives you ability to spot things and balance pictures no matter if it’s made of pixels or polygon.
Drawing and painting created 'me', the character you meet when we meet. The piano created 'me' - this life would not have come to be without these arts being there. It was never a question.
Thank YOU, Andrew! Your tutorials and tips have literally revolutionized my art work...and for that, I will be forever grateful. You're a great teacher and a phenomenal idol!
Thank you Andrew. Very inspiring as always. Funny timing for your question on what is my "why", as I am currently reading Simon Sinek's book "Start With Why" (highly recommend). As for my WHY? It is simple, creating art gives me purpose. I am 55 yo and am a born again artist. I've always loved viewing and creating art, but a couple years ago my perspective on many things in my life changed. Being a recovering extreme people pleaser I find solace in creating art for my self, especially en plein air. I view it as a form of therapy, allowing me to focus on me. It's a perfect form of a journal for my life's journey. When I look back at a painting I can remember so much detail. I remember the way I felt, what I saw, who I was with, what we were talking about. I don't get that from a photo.
It's amazing how far you've got in your art adventure, even for the screen I can feel the feeling of standing on those beautiful scene that you paint! I really admire the way that you are able to communicate and present your art so gracefully! You are always an ideal for me, thank you for showing up so consistently! Also I want want thank you for recommending that book in your previous video "so good they can't ignore you" by Cal Newport" I've listened the audiobook, great book! Just one more compliment, you are so good that I cannot ignore you, and I think I can have an idea how much hard work and dedication are behind all this brilliant craft. Take care!
My dad, who has long since passed away, was a part time, self taught artist. He was a fisherman and often painted because he loved art. As a child I asked myself why does he do this. It took me a long time to realize that he simply wanted to express his creative side through art. I found myself walking in his footsteps. Like him, I have so much to learn but there are so many roadblocks..
One question: digitally rendering the painting out to this degree, if I were to take that as a sketch for a painting I think I would hit a wall. Because part of painting for me is discovering things on the canvas. Working like this, does that ever happen to you?
I genuinely can't thank you enough for the content of this short video. It is a condensed masterclass in how NOT to "copy" photo reference, but rather to use it to our (the artist's) advantage. You are a beast, Mr. Tischler!
I love this digital piece. I’ve been using procreate more myself. Using some brush sets from True Grit. The painter for me was seeing an Anselm Keifer painting in person for the first time. It was a semi religious experience. I don’t have the setup to do paintings that huge but it’s a life goal.
I totally agree those who ask these questions do not realise that for the artist, the thrill in as much in the "MAKING PROGRESS " as in the "FINISHED PRODUCT ".
Why? I don't know - I don't really know why I do anything, but there are some things you just DO because you've got to. And that's all the help you're going to get from me on that subject! Could I have a bit of help from you, though: what do you think about accuracy? Obviously, if you're painting a portrait, a degree of accuracy is necessary or your customer is going to - shall we say - look at you askance: and more important, put their wallet back in their pocket. But in landscape, townscape, buildings - not necessarily the iconic ones, but just buildings in a landscape - would you move them, alter their architecture, brave the cries of those who say 'yes, but it doesn't really LOOK like that, does it?', to which the reply 'no, but I'm not a camera' doesn't always seem quite adequate. To be specific, I was painting a local building - of some, but not huge, historicall interest; I was as faithful to the reality of the building as lies without my powers, but there was a sea-wall, steps down to where boats would be moored - I simplified those steps, because I felt that if I hadn't, they'd have been overly dominant. I don't think I even got the number of steps right, though the general shape of the sea-wall is about right. Would you regard that as a fault? Frankly, I've shifted hills and cliffs before now, but I do wonder whether I wouldn't be better off just making something up out of my head rather than trying to represent every detail of a scene.
Tish, I am lucky enough to have had an outstanding career In GD it's taken me around the world. I started when it was all manual no apple etc. I worked through the all computer changes to the industry. Everything changed photography, type setting, printing including the process of design and artwork. I became a multi award winner for my work and also a respected judge in the industry. Why was I successful... I always stuck to the process of design by hand, conceptual by hand, understanding processes & pushing them to the limit. Our eyes and perspective, shapes, tones etc play tricks once we learn how to balance all that then the image talks, shines & seperate's itself from let's say AI or comp generated format images. Trends come & go, the eye will always go to balanced visualisation of any colour set, stroke, soft, hard, when all component's are working together this image will project the right emotion the artist/designer were seeking through the concept. (Emotions) Love your work M
Dear Andrew, You just lost me as a fan. What you said is “I painted with my heart, my hands and my soul, and then got on the computer and changed everything.” You have no idea how troubling that is. You lost me. I am saddened beyond belief. Good luck to you. Goodbye.
I am fascinated by your methods and thought processes about painting. As an artist myself, I appreciate many ideas of how to go about achieving what you want to say on canvas or any other surface. Digital art also helps me to come up with my individual compositions using photoshop mostly. The difficult part for me is trying to settle on a subject that really interests me enough to paint it. I've been painting plein air landscapes here in Southern California for several years but find it some what boring now. My next chapter will be painting larger like you do. Without a big space, I've avoided it but now since watching your channel, I'm inspired to find a way to do it. My style is impressionist but I love realism as well. Your work is truly beautiful.
Although you talked about this (digital image) being a design, you did not talk much about your design thought process. I believe I saw the golden ration spiral (@ 1:33). It would be interesting to hear you explain why you are making the design choices you are as you go. Perhaps an entire video on composition and design.
I started doing art because I was passionate about anime. I wanted to create my own manga. Later on, I realized that my story and characters were just rip offs of already existing characters. I thought that "well, my story is kinda shit, and my art is not really that good, so why don't I just focus first on being able to draw better? And I'll leave the story on the back burner for now." The more I practiced, the more hooked I became. The more I realized that I can create any world that I want. I was mostly driven by my selfish attitude and didn't really care much about what other people thought about it at first. But the more that I move forward with art, the more conscious I became of my own works. I guess that comes with the territory when you move towards being a professional. Things can get pretty messy moving forward and sometimes you lose sight of why you started in the first place. It's important to look back from time to time. Thank you for the video!
If I do photorealistic paintings...then it doesn't matter but if I do impressionistic painting that moves me...like example Richard Schmidt is not photorealistic more of impressionism for me
Andrew, you've been caught! I see your reference photo pop up at 7:34. Would love to hear about your process of finding reference photos. Do you take them yourself / have a photographer you work with?
A I has no feeling toward the subject they are painting. There can't possibly be any humanity that we can relate to in an AI painting. Everything that AI has comes from some human input .
I've caused so much problems in people's lives that I I love seeing a person's s,Ile when I paint for them..and I love when I recognize improvement ..it gives me hope
Probably not the best reason, but art is the only thing that gives me purpose. I can paint something and I'm the one that made it, me, with my hands. I did something.
"You can just press a button, that's cheating." Man I had almost the exact opposite experience doing an en plein air oil study at a reservoir. A teenage boy and his ma came up and watched me, and the kid said I had to be cheating with a computer, even though we were standing in the middle of nowhere, and I had a messy palette in my hand, and a brush in my other hand, and another brush in between my teeth.
I am sorry to tell you, Andrew the digital painting is waste of time, this is my opinion, I think the result is just another photograph after all. Sorry.
when i was a kid i truly wanted to crush rubbish, bin men were my hero's, every time i see one i wave and thank them, bin men are fundamentally serving us helping us, i still once in a while go to my local tip, perhaps i could become a pro bin man, thanks andy you truly inspire me.
Andrew I do admire at your work! You are a great artist! I believe the reason to create today, because we have the ability to create, we have to use our gifts and that is a blessing if we know how to use it. Thank you for all the knowledge you share openly!
My why is that its what I love to do. I am good at it, and it gives me so much peace and joy. I have a talent for making art. I draw every single day, and I paint a few times a month.
The epic scenery you have in New Zealand is absolutely amazing! The fact that your paintings make you feel as if you are right there with you speaks to your amazing artistry and why I believe you are truly a modern master!
I like to think that an image can stimulate someones neural network in ways they don't expect - to perhaps tap into some personal 'story' that they might have - there are many layers to all of this I suppose - from wishing to influence a certain narrative maybe, to just letting them freely imagine. Often I find that using two opposing images (perhaps things that don't usually belong together) is enough to fire off the synapses...but also just a tranquil scene, as lets face it, most people aren't use to seeing such a simple thing anymore in our manmade world. Perhaps these scenes can even tap into deep memories passed down in our dna?
For me it is the process of every detail execution of it's brush stroke to come up into beautiful piece and that's the rewarding feeling of satisfaction for a paintor
Why not to simply get a photo? …because, I totally agree with you, never I stuck to a photo as it is…several photos collage, light and colors related to a different season or daytime… Every time, my soul is looking for a peculiar result… I’m a beginner with no specific preparation, and this still affects the results I can get …But always I’m in search of something that, once in a while I happen to achieve, brings true deep fulfillment for me and a way for the viewer to travel how and where my soul has …Thank you for sharing your talent and thoughts ❤️🙏❤️
My why is, to be able to create something for others, something they maybe wouldn't be able to. I remember painting a scene from the home town of a friend, it was his deepest wish since he was a young man to have a painting from this city. So I painted it, and presented it to him and I will NEVER forget the look of his eyes, just holding back his tears. Painting to make others happy, fulfilling dreams, that's my why :)
Hey Andrew, Thanks so much for this. It's helped me in the creative process and especially to ask myself the why of it all. I don't have photoshop but you've given so much more about why we create, the thought processes behind doing what we do. Thank you bro!
Hi Andrew, I hope you are reading this, I have a question to a master! How are you managing all your reference-photos? I have an ipad and the folder-app dont show the thumbnail of all pictures. The photo-app has a bad folder system and when I go to the app store, then I dont know what I shall take. Do you manage the load of referencs on pc with normal folders or do you have a program for this?
Great video on many levels. I am not as such a painter or digital artist, but encompass several artistic enjoyments….in answer to what is my why…..it’s my motto in life……. “Together We Create Beauty” for me this is a way of being which crosses all boundary’s I know I can and do create beauty….but to share this this with another and co create, can only be better for all concerned. Kia ora.
Thank you, Andrew, for bringing this subject up for discussion. Your paintings are so much more than a photo. I've admired many amazing photographs that really should never be painted. Your paintings are a story that takes the viewer on a journey, and your attention to detail brings them in closer. I've been hard on myself for painting too much detail and overworking a painting. You inspire me to work harder and not fight it but embrace it. It's all about the journey. Cheers
I think my why is roundabout the same as yours Besides al those things u mentioned painting, drawing brings me calm and joy most of the time Thank you so very much for sharing and teaching
Thanks for this discussion and tutorial. I’m really enjoying listening to you. Perhaps one should bear in mind that a camera simply records what’s in front of it. An artist interprets and ands emotional content that no machine can replicate.
When I was a kid, I truly wanted to paint photographically. Realism was what I was after. Today, realism still is what I am after, but I have learned that expression and impressionism is how I approach it, letting the brush strokes create something so much more than a photo. I want my art to look like a photo at 10 feet, and I want it to fall apart at 2 feet.
you should look at van gogh! but look!
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You've just voiced my particular drive too.
You have paintings where you have to take a step back, others ask for a step forward. I also like extreme realism, the patience it takes. Look at Marco Grassi, he draws the pores.
I suppose my why is creativity itself. It keeps me sane when dealing with the drudgery of everyday life. I get to let people in and see my world.
Thank you so much, Andrew! I learn a lot from you. My why is: I feel at home creating with God. My hope is to draw people into a deeper place for at least a moment. I get the opportunity to help bring stories into an image(s). Thanks again Andrew for helping many of us along our journeys.
Thanks for sharing! I feel EXACTLY the same way!
Laura, create for yourself and with yourself - not god. Ain’t nobody up there, let me tell you.
Well Andrew, you really got me thinking on this one! I thought about my why and had several internal reasons I had never really considered. I think essentially as human beings we are genetically programmed to create anyway whether it is by producing children, growing food, humming a song, preparing dinner, it is all creation. Personally, I love the time I invest in painting, the hours that roll by, the quiet or the music I listen to, the smell of the paint, the new crisp canvas, the anticipation of completion, the endless cups of coffee which go cold but still taste great 3 hours later, the final product and the satisfaction and joy the creation brings to me. Even the stiff bones and back from sitting for ages are welcome to me. You can't get that with the click of a button! That is too fast, gone to soon, in an instant. Painting should be a slow, growing process with layer after layer of time, paint, brushstrokes, thought and peace. Well, that is my why anyway. Thanks for this thought provoking upload, it was really interesting and your works are increadibly breathtaking as always. Cheers, from Dublin, Ireland.
I was pushed into art from a young age and thought i loved it. As i grew older, i felt less inclined to create art as it came out forced but have since fallen back in love with it. My why now a days is because it is therapeutic. Its a way i can express my internal. Its a way i can connect with people. Its a way to support myself by being myself through expression. Its communication at its basis and, like music or books, is a language in and of itself. Art is my language 💕💖💕
just a few minutes into the video, re: "why not just take a photo"? Because you are training your brain! We are born a blank canvas, and everything we see, touch, smell, and hear is training our brain to recognize our environment. The "hand-eye" coordination training is so much more than just holding a brush. That is why we improve as artists after repetitive years of "training" and learning new things. Practice makes perfect, as they say.
Yes Vickie! EXACTLY!
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Thank you so much for making and sharing this video! I have been struggling since losing my ability to work as a full-time artist due to medical/spinal issues, and drawing or painting now can be physically challenging to do at all but i've been pushing myself because it's just like you said...'painters gotta paint', so I keep trying. I've never been so unhappy with anything i've made before though, and I think that this question you've posed is something I really need to think on that could help. What is my 'why'? If it is no longer enjoyable because it is physically painful, and no longer leads to even any financial gain...then why? Why do I still have an urge to create? Where do you go with that, and what do you do? May I ask what you would do in a similar situation? I don't mean to be rude or ask anything too personal, I am only curious. Thank you again for the thought-provoking content and beautiful, inspiring work!
There will always be people who truly appreciate and value craftsmanship. Paintings are more than an image, they are an object too, one that took time, effort and skill to make. Realistic paintings are worth making because they were made by a person who uses their artistic voice to invite us to look closer, to look longer, to appreciate things on a deeper level. The artist shows the viewer things they might have otherwise overlooked.
and in impressionism no?!
@@sidthemyth Yes definitely!
Learning how to push our techniques and abilities in order to develop our artistic expression is a big part of my how and why. Great question to ask Andrew🎨👌
Please make landscape painting videos more...
Love from India ☺
Painting is play for me! I'm not saying it's child's play...it's pure fun with no other person involved....
Before photoshop, every artist had to take a photo of what they wanted to paint, then draw it out on paper, then do a color rendering, before even attempting to do the actual painting. With the creation of photoshop and other such computer programs, artists are now able to do all the preliminary work in the one program, and not only make quick composition changes, but color correction, without even using more paint or having to redraw the project.
Ever since I was introduced to photoshop, I found that I could preplan my project as well as make immediate changes. The brush tools are great, allowing for realistic textures.
For those who don’t understand the process of creating a painting, they need to know that we as artists don’t merely copy from photos, but we create a world that uses several references to achieve our goal. So photoshop works well by dropping in those elements we have researched, to complete our “image”. I have several projects going in my Krita program, and it allows me to work on each one at various times when an idea hits me.
So yes, photoshop is a great tool for artists if they choose to use it. ❤❤
I draw and paint to contemplate the divine. A la carte focus to notice and remember the extraordinary.
As a believer, the creative process is an act of worship. 1st of all It is a gift that I received from my creator, and I feel it is my duty to use that gift. But more importantly, We are created in his image, and because he is a creator, we must be creative. AI will never replace that.
Hi Andrew...it's a common question all of us get when we start art. For me...I don't understand when most of the artist say..it's my inner expression! What expression? Most of us are using references not from inner imagination. If I'm doing intuitive art...I agree...but when I'm copying from a reference especially from a photo it's not expression but transfering into another medium which has got its own beauty. Eg. This Painting what you are doing if done in watercolour looks differently from pastel etc. If I'm composing my own Painting like you are doing here thats real expression. Actually...coming to the question why I create? I do painting as it levitates me into meditative state , journey of painting ...itself is adventurous with its mini challenges to get right values right hue etc, Also a painting makes me feel emotional about that scene than a photo I don't know why. So that's the reason...also neither I can create photorealistic paintings or am interested
As some one who works mostly digital these days I think being able to paint gives you ability to spot things and balance pictures no matter if it’s made of pixels or polygon.
Drawing and painting created 'me', the character you meet when we meet. The piano created 'me' - this life would not have come to be without these arts being there. It was never a question.
Thank YOU, Andrew! Your tutorials and tips have literally revolutionized my art work...and for that, I will be forever grateful. You're a great teacher and a phenomenal idol!
Thank you Andrew. Very inspiring as always. Funny timing for your question on what is my "why", as I am currently reading Simon Sinek's book "Start With Why" (highly recommend). As for my WHY? It is simple, creating art gives me purpose. I am 55 yo and am a born again artist. I've always loved viewing and creating art, but a couple years ago my perspective on many things in my life changed. Being a recovering extreme people pleaser I find solace in creating art for my self, especially en plein air. I view it as a form of therapy, allowing me to focus on me. It's a perfect form of a journal for my life's journey. When I look back at a painting I can remember so much detail. I remember the way I felt, what I saw, who I was with, what we were talking about. I don't get that from a photo.
It's amazing how far you've got in your art adventure, even for the screen I can feel the feeling of standing on those beautiful scene that you paint! I really admire the way that you are able to communicate and present your art so gracefully!
You are always an ideal for me, thank you for showing up so consistently!
Also I want want thank you for recommending that book in your previous video "so good they can't ignore you" by Cal Newport" I've listened the audiobook, great book!
Just one more compliment, you are so good that I cannot ignore you, and I think I can have an idea how much hard work and dedication are behind all this brilliant craft.
Take care!
If we dont create then the hampsters win.....
My dad, who has long since passed away, was a part time, self taught artist. He was a fisherman and often painted because he loved art. As a child I asked myself why does he do this. It took me a long time to realize that he simply wanted to express his creative side through art. I found myself walking in his footsteps. Like him, I have so much to learn but there are so many roadblocks..
One question: digitally rendering the painting out to this degree, if I were to take that as a sketch for a painting I think I would hit a wall. Because part of painting for me is discovering things on the canvas. Working like this, does that ever happen to you?
I genuinely can't thank you enough for the content of this short video. It is a condensed masterclass in how NOT to "copy" photo reference, but rather to use it to our (the artist's) advantage. You are a beast, Mr. Tischler!
I love this digital piece. I’ve been using procreate more myself. Using some brush sets from True Grit. The painter for me was seeing an Anselm Keifer painting in person for the first time. It was a semi religious experience. I don’t have the setup to do paintings that huge but it’s a life goal.
You are such an inspiration. Thank you!
Wow, thank you!
Andrew.... excellent composition...the way you compose...is with such confidence... amazing
I totally agree those who ask these questions do not realise that for the artist, the thrill in as much in the "MAKING PROGRESS " as in the "FINISHED PRODUCT ".
Whenever I'm seeing this or alike images of Milford Sund I'm expecting the mighty Kong swinging down the Mountain.
Every time I see those preliminary drawings I think 'oh, just another loose *cough cough* sketch by him...' 😄
My ‘why’ ,is seeing how good I can get at my craft.Unlocking my genius.
Great question Andrew.🙏🖼️🎨💯❤️💸
Why? I don't know - I don't really know why I do anything, but there are some things you just DO because you've got to. And that's all the help you're going to get from me on that subject! Could I have a bit of help from you, though: what do you think about accuracy? Obviously, if you're painting a portrait, a degree of accuracy is necessary or your customer is going to - shall we say - look at you askance: and more important, put their wallet back in their pocket. But in landscape, townscape, buildings - not necessarily the iconic ones, but just buildings in a landscape - would you move them, alter their architecture, brave the cries of those who say 'yes, but it doesn't really LOOK like that, does it?', to which the reply 'no, but I'm not a camera' doesn't always seem quite adequate. To be specific, I was painting a local building - of some, but not huge, historicall interest; I was as faithful to the reality of the building as lies without my powers, but there was a sea-wall, steps down to where boats would be moored - I simplified those steps, because I felt that if I hadn't, they'd have been overly dominant. I don't think I even got the number of steps right, though the general shape of the sea-wall is about right. Would you regard that as a fault? Frankly, I've shifted hills and cliffs before now, but I do wonder whether I wouldn't be better off just making something up out of my head rather than trying to represent every detail of a scene.
Tish, I am lucky enough to have had an outstanding career In GD it's taken me around the world. I started when it was all manual no apple etc. I worked through the all computer changes to the industry. Everything changed photography, type setting, printing including the process of design and artwork. I became a multi award winner for my work and also a respected judge in the industry. Why was I successful... I always stuck to the process of design by hand, conceptual by hand, understanding processes & pushing them to the limit. Our eyes and perspective, shapes, tones etc play tricks once we learn how to balance all that then the image talks, shines & seperate's itself from let's say AI or comp generated format images. Trends come & go, the eye will always go to balanced visualisation of any colour set, stroke, soft, hard, when all component's are working together this image will project the right emotion the artist/designer were seeking through the concept. (Emotions) Love your work M
Dear Andrew, You just lost me as a fan. What you said is “I painted with my heart, my hands and my soul, and then got on the computer and changed everything.” You have no idea how troubling that is. You lost me. I am saddened beyond belief. Good luck to you. Goodbye.
I am fascinated by your methods and thought processes about painting. As an artist myself, I appreciate many ideas of how to go about achieving what you want to say on canvas or any other surface. Digital art also helps me to come up with my individual compositions using photoshop mostly. The difficult part for me is trying to settle on a subject that really interests me enough to paint it. I've been painting plein air landscapes here in Southern California for several years but find it some what boring now. My next chapter will be painting larger like you do. Without a big space, I've avoided it but now since watching your channel, I'm inspired to find a way to do it. My style is impressionist but I love realism as well. Your work is truly beautiful.
Although you talked about this (digital image) being a design, you did not talk much about your design thought process. I believe I saw the golden ration spiral (@ 1:33). It would be interesting to hear you explain why you are making the design choices you are as you go. Perhaps an entire video on composition and design.
I started doing art because I was passionate about anime. I wanted to create my own manga. Later on, I realized that my story and characters were just rip offs of already existing characters. I thought that "well, my story is kinda shit, and my art is not really that good, so why don't I just focus first on being able to draw better? And I'll leave the story on the back burner for now."
The more I practiced, the more hooked I became. The more I realized that I can create any world that I want. I was mostly driven by my selfish attitude and didn't really care much about what other people thought about it at first. But the more that I move forward with art, the more conscious I became of my own works. I guess that comes with the territory when you move towards being a professional.
Things can get pretty messy moving forward and sometimes you lose sight of why you started in the first place. It's important to look back from time to time.
Thank you for the video!
It's in my blood ... I'm just a visual person, and I get so much pleasure looking at Art ... : )
I feel it's rare to see artists speaking on UA-cam openly ...either they troll or speak very diplomatically....one can be open with dignity too
If I do photorealistic paintings...then it doesn't matter but if I do impressionistic painting that moves me...like example Richard Schmidt is not photorealistic more of impressionism for me
Andrew, you've been caught! I see your reference photo pop up at 7:34. Would love to hear about your process of finding reference photos. Do you take them yourself / have a photographer you work with?
A I has no feeling toward the subject they are painting. There can't possibly be any humanity that we can relate to in an AI painting. Everything that AI has comes from some human input .
But what if you are having trouble finding your why.. asking for friend hehe...
have you ever checked out the paintings of pompeii? the soup kitchen for example. that sensitivity was lost for hundreds of years after it seems...
So are you saying that you don't believe that photography is an art (nor a practice, nor creative)? That is an interesting claim.
I've caused so much problems in people's lives that I I love seeing a person's s,Ile when I paint for them..and I love when I recognize improvement ..it gives me hope
Probably not the best reason, but art is the only thing that gives me purpose. I can paint something and I'm the one that made it, me, with my hands. I did something.
"You can just press a button, that's cheating."
Man I had almost the exact opposite experience doing an en plein air oil study at a reservoir. A teenage boy and his ma came up and watched me, and the kid said I had to be cheating with a computer, even though we were standing in the middle of nowhere, and I had a messy palette in my hand, and a brush in my other hand, and another brush in between my teeth.
Love this process
I am sorry to tell you, Andrew the digital painting is waste of time, this is my opinion, I think the result is just another photograph after all. Sorry.
when i was a kid i truly wanted to crush rubbish, bin men were my hero's, every time i see one i wave and thank them, bin men are fundamentally serving us helping us, i still once in a while go to my local tip, perhaps i could become a pro bin man, thanks andy you truly inspire me.
Andrew I do admire at your work! You are a great artist! I believe the reason to create today, because we have the ability to create, we have to use our gifts and that is a blessing if we know how to use it.
Thank you for all the knowledge you share openly!
I`ll awaiting for your next video, when you start that landscape in to a Oil, is beautiful !
I think those who say, "uh, you have to just click a button" they don't appreciate art like people who do it and those who buy it.
My why is that its what I love to do. I am good at it, and it gives me so much peace and joy. I have a talent for making art. I draw every single day, and I paint a few times a month.
The epic scenery you have in New Zealand is absolutely amazing! The fact that your paintings make you feel as if you are right there with you speaks to your amazing artistry and why I believe you are truly a modern master!
Wow, thanks so much @Guitar Lover!
I think art is everything that the camera can’t do, that’s why I don’t like photo realism anymore
I feel deep within me that being an oil painter was my way of life even at a young age.
Using the computer to draw is good hand and eye coordination
Excellent video, really appreciate it .
Do you use a pen tablet like the Cintiq Pro?
Hopefully you'll do an art critique playlist, so you could help us improve 😅🙌🏻🔥 Thank you for sharing always your knowledge
Amazing video as always Andrew! Couldn't agree more with your thought process.
I like to think that an image can stimulate someones neural network in ways they don't expect - to perhaps tap into some personal 'story' that they might have - there are many layers to all of this I suppose - from wishing to influence a certain narrative maybe, to just letting them freely imagine. Often I find that using two opposing images (perhaps things that don't usually belong together) is enough to fire off the synapses...but also just a tranquil scene, as lets face it, most people aren't use to seeing such a simple thing anymore in our manmade world. Perhaps these scenes can even tap into deep memories passed down in our dna?
Thankbyou so much for shating Andrew. As always, this is inspiring bro.
For me it is the process of every detail execution of it's brush stroke to come up into beautiful piece and that's the rewarding feeling of satisfaction for a paintor
Why not to simply get a photo? …because, I totally agree with you, never I stuck to a photo as it is…several photos collage, light and colors related to a different season or daytime… Every time, my soul is looking for a peculiar result… I’m a beginner with no specific preparation, and this still affects the results I can get …But always I’m in search of something that, once in a while I happen to achieve, brings true deep fulfillment for me and a way for the viewer to travel how and where my soul has …Thank you for sharing your talent and thoughts ❤️🙏❤️
My why is, to be able to create something for others, something they maybe wouldn't be able to. I remember painting a scene from the home town of a friend, it was his deepest wish since he was a young man to have a painting from this city. So I painted it, and presented it to him and I will NEVER forget the look of his eyes, just holding back his tears. Painting to make others happy, fulfilling dreams, that's my why :)
Hey Andrew, Thanks so much for this. It's helped me in the creative process and especially to ask myself the why of it all. I don't have photoshop but you've given so much more about why we create, the thought processes behind doing what we do. Thank you bro!
Hi Andrew, I hope you are reading this, I have a question to a master! How are you managing all your reference-photos? I have an ipad and the folder-app dont show the thumbnail of all pictures. The photo-app has a bad folder system and when I go to the app store, then I dont know what I shall take. Do you manage the load of referencs on pc with normal folders or do you have a program for this?
Great video on many levels. I am not as such a painter or digital artist, but encompass several artistic enjoyments….in answer to what is my why…..it’s my motto in life……. “Together We Create Beauty” for me this is a way of being which crosses all boundary’s I know I can and do create beauty….but to share this this with another and co create, can only be better for all concerned. Kia ora.
Thank you, Andrew, for bringing this subject up for discussion. Your paintings are so much more than a photo. I've admired many amazing photographs that really should never be painted. Your paintings are a story that takes the viewer on a journey, and your attention to detail brings them in closer. I've been hard on myself for painting too much detail and overworking a painting. You inspire me to work harder and not fight it but embrace it. It's all about the journey. Cheers
Thank you Andrew for yet another inspiring video. Today, I started my daily drawing practice, thanks to being inspired by you!
I think my why is roundabout the same as yours
Besides al those things u mentioned painting, drawing brings me calm and joy most of the time
Thank you so very much for sharing and teaching
Just beautiful!! Thank you!! And I love to see your brain create
Thanks for this discussion and tutorial. I’m really enjoying listening to you. Perhaps one should bear in mind that a camera simply records what’s in front of it. An artist interprets and ands emotional content that no machine can replicate.
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Hi sir, can I try to copy your artwork? I love your technique of your artworks.
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