Paul Klee the Playful Genius. A Journey Through the Life and Art of a Visionary!" Art History School

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  • @antonypowell5712
    @antonypowell5712 7 місяців тому +18

    “Drawing is . . . . Taking a line for a walk” Not only a wonderful artist; I bet he was a wonderful teacher, too.

  • @nelsonx5326
    @nelsonx5326 2 роки тому +17

    Klee was sooooo original that I think he helped redefine art. An interesting artist I knew named Terry O'shea said, 'Art is the process of redefining itself'. Art has a kind of life of its own.
    When I was young I used to get ideas for a painting. I would completely do a painting from a mental image. Later I did landscapes trying to capture the scene in front of me. More recently I've taken to decorating a surface with color. That last direction my took of decorating a surface was the most fun and the results were very pleasing. Too bad for me my paintings don't sell often and when they do it's for $50 give or take $10. But I paint only for myself. I did my first painting in water color about 64 years ago, and my first oil painting nearly 60 years ago. The winner is the one who never stops.

  • @papavasile
    @papavasile 2 роки тому +14

    I always had a great deep appreciation for Paul Klee. But thanks to you I learnt more about his life and saw paintings I have never seen before. One of the last paintings with the white skull is so expressive and simple yet holds a lot of meanings and power. Thank you

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  2 роки тому +2

      Really pleased you enjoyed the video. He was a great artist.

  • @mortalclown3812
    @mortalclown3812 Рік тому +31

    At a museum display of Klee's work, I had the closest thing to Stendhal syndrome I'll probably ever experience. What's wild was how tiny the canvases were: it didn't matter. They might as well have been the gigantic El Greco I saw in Chicago that made me tremble. 😂✨💖
    My Mom said I reacted to art from infancy. Sometimes I have to cover my eyes because the beauty of their paintings is that overwhelming. Thank you very much for a look at PK's life & genius.

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  Рік тому +4

      He was a brilliant artist, who had a massive influence on modern art.

  • @peterpiperthefirst9791
    @peterpiperthefirst9791 Рік тому +25

    Klee is a painter whose art makes you gasp with astonished pleasure every time a new painting appears. Color, playfulness, above all the gift of translating imagination directly into its visual equivalent. I enjoyed this video.

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  Рік тому +2

      Glad you liked the video, I think you are right about Klee.

  • @andyokus5735
    @andyokus5735 2 роки тому +5

    Great! I subbed. I love Paul Klee. And Kandinsky. I took 2 horrible beginning art classes in college. Arrogant jerk Jr. College teachers. However I took an avant-garde art class in University by a unique man named Charles F. CHARLES. I did a presentation on the artwork of the sczhoprenic patients of Carl Jung. Professor Charles asked me " OK, what does this painting mean?" My reply was " Oh, I don't know, perhaps the ascension of the soul". Then the Professor was stunned. He asked me before the class, " What's your major?" I told him " Psychology ". Then he very sincerely and thoughtfully relied " I believe you should be teaching art history in Graduate School ". I was blown away. But I must tell you that Professor Charles had such an iconoclastic approach to art history that he revolutionized my approach to being a Jazz Pianist. By the way Charles F. Charles taught for many years at the University of North Florida in Jacksonville Florida.

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  2 роки тому +3

      Thanks for the sub, Glad you enjoyed the video. Professor Charles sounds a fascinating character.

  • @dennischiapello3879
    @dennischiapello3879 2 роки тому +8

    Klee has long been my "favorite" painter, but I only knew bits and pieces of his life and career. Short as it was, your lesson here pulled a lot together.

  • @karendewitt455
    @karendewitt455 2 роки тому +30

    Thank you very much for these lectures and their clarity. I'm going to focus on one artist every six months-Klee first-- and learn about him/her/it. Thank you so much.

  • @rebeccamalin3180
    @rebeccamalin3180 2 роки тому +88

    Thank-you for the very informative history of Paul Klee. There was so much art and information I will watch it again. What a great start to the day. FANTASTIC!!

  • @laskatz3626
    @laskatz3626 2 роки тому +7

    I love his work. Thank you so much for showing his work. 9000 pieces…amazing.

  • @ay2257
    @ay2257 2 роки тому +27

    Yes!!! Not enough Paul Klee on youtube. You always make excellent videos so I'm glad you've done him.

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  2 роки тому +2

      Yes, he is very underrated.

    • @waterwatereverywhere
      @waterwatereverywhere Рік тому

      ​​@@ArtHistorySchooland so little known among people who would just enjoy his work so much!! He was one of my artist father's favorites, so I was blessed to learn about him very young. I actually got to see Picture Album up close in Phoenix at a special exhibition about the roots of abstract expressionism some years ago. I couldn't stop looking at it, my eyes just traveling over it and over it. ❤ Edit: it wasn't Picture Album. Off to search out the name of the correct painting!

  • @lynnharper4422
    @lynnharper4422 2 роки тому +4

    Brilliant! I will watch this again and again to see the plethora of paintings used to illustrate Paul's excellent talk. and take in all this detail. Thanks again.

  • @JoyFaheyArtist
    @JoyFaheyArtist 2 роки тому +18

    Thanks so much for this truly inspirational video. I've been a fan of Paul Klee for years, he never ceases to amaze me and motivates me in my own artistic journey! 😊

  • @barrymoore4470
    @barrymoore4470 2 роки тому +7

    One of the most magical artists of the twentieth century, with a childlike purity of outlook and a disarming air of simplicity in realization that belies a profound intellectual commitment to his vocation. This serves as an excellent introduction to the man and his legacy.

  • @suzannepurcell3781
    @suzannepurcell3781 2 роки тому +6

    This is fantastic! I knew little about Paul Klee, but discovered through this video that was a prolific painter and I have fallen in love with several of those included here. Many thanks - and I am now a subscriber!

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  2 роки тому

      Thank you for subscribing, glad you liked the video. Cheers

  • @pearlms1624
    @pearlms1624 9 місяців тому +2

    Thank you so much for making this! This was really great! 🙏

  • @scathatch
    @scathatch 2 роки тому +7

    So interesting. Always love Klee's work but so many pieces Id never seen before. Seems to be have also been hugely influential. Keith Haring springs to mind. It's the delicacy of his colour work and carefully crafted sense of form and play that I so appreciate. Thankyou so much.

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  2 роки тому +2

      He was a much underrated painter. Glad you enjoyed the video. Cheers

  • @astrid4532
    @astrid4532 2 роки тому +29

    Another excellent video about a very gifted artist, who has often been overlooked. Thank u very much, Mr Priestly! What a comprehensive and interesting presentation. I thoroughly enjoyed it. Paul Klee is one of my favourite artists and he contributed so much to the art world and Bauhaus!

  • @rosezingleman5007
    @rosezingleman5007 2 роки тому +11

    I’ve always just loved Paul Klee’s work. So inventive, such color. Really one of the greats who deserves more attention. Thank you.

  • @JayGideon-7
    @JayGideon-7 2 роки тому +4

    Paul your efforts to create informative, entertaining content has -- once more -- succeeded brilliantly. Because you've packed so much into a short production, I happily watch them over and over, finding new bits each time.

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  2 роки тому

      Wow, thanks! It does take a lot of time to make the videos, but it is worth the effort when they are appreciated. Many thanks. Cheers

  • @ArachneAnathema
    @ArachneAnathema 9 місяців тому +1

    It is interesting when I watch videos like this it takes me back to when I discovered the artist when in school. I realize now that one book I read by Paul Klee heavily influenced my own work and even the course I took in my life.
    I don’t remember the whole quote but he said something about leaving art school and learning painting by digging potatoes. I have therefore viewed every life experience as artistic inspiration. I decided to do landscapes recently, after watching lots of Bob Ross, and I now realize my landscapes are more subconsciously inspired by Paul Klee.

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  9 місяців тому +1

      That's wonderful, its amazing how artists influence us often very subtly .

  • @IndigoJaguar7323
    @IndigoJaguar7323 2 роки тому +32

    Another wonderful video Mr. Priestly! I miss my art history classes from my time in college. And I learn something new from you every time! Thank you!

  • @pixels2u
    @pixels2u 2 роки тому +11

    Love Klee's work, Fish Magic hangs in my little art room. As much as the art, also love all his whimsical titles. All paintings should have good titles!

  • @carolelerman9686
    @carolelerman9686 2 роки тому +16

    Thanks Paul again ! Seems Klee found color in Tunis, makes me want to go there. I wonder if it's still the same. You always do a wonderful job and always look forward to the next one.

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  2 роки тому +8

      I have been to Tunisia and the colour is strong there, must be something to with the dry atmosphere and strong light.

  • @aslater4385
    @aslater4385 Рік тому

    In 1968 my primary school teacher much admired the work of Paul Klee. I always promised myself that I would find out about him.
    Now I have, thank you.

  • @emmawatson9593
    @emmawatson9593 2 роки тому +9

    Excellent video, thank you so much for your work. A suggestion if you are open to them…at times your presence on screen is a slight distraction from the paintings and it would be helpful to see the pieces on their own to really have a chance to take them in. Thank you for sharing your extensive knowledge, this channel is a wonderful educator.

  • @picksalot1
    @picksalot1 2 роки тому +3

    Excellent Documentary of an Artist who's works bring a smile to my face. It was fascinating to see the evolution and transformation of his different styles of painting. I was unfamiliar with his early works. Thanks

  • @GS-gq5is
    @GS-gq5is 7 місяців тому

    I've been a life-long lover of Klee's work. Your video has provided so much insight into his work and life. Thanks much.

  • @davevanfunk8917
    @davevanfunk8917 2 роки тому +8

    This was an excellent presentation! I just found a used copy of The Diaries of Paul Klee - will have to delve into it

  • @mariafrancis7653
    @mariafrancis7653 2 роки тому +18

    Such a fantastic artist. Thank you for all your hard work you do on these great artists.

  • @Billart
    @Billart 2 роки тому +2

    REALLY EXCELLENT - ADDS LOTS i didn’t ever know - though I’ve loved his art for decades. I have some of the same inclinations in my art making where I live in NYC.

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  2 роки тому +2

      Thank you and good luck with your own painting. Cheers

  • @AnnaFitz
    @AnnaFitz 2 роки тому +5

    Spectacular, as always. Thank you so much for making these!

  • @dottiegnyc1
    @dottiegnyc1 2 роки тому +7

    Fascinating! Excellent presentation, what an interesting life! Thank you!!

  • @andrewfrost8866
    @andrewfrost8866 2 роки тому +9

    As always, informative, interesting and entertaining! thank you Paul!!

  • @mamamia6925
    @mamamia6925 Рік тому

    Thanks for this lecture. Klee is one of the true giants of the last century.

  • @ivanklymenko
    @ivanklymenko 2 роки тому +2

    Thanks for the introduction to the biography and work of Paul Klee, quite an interesting artist.

  • @martinsanders5097
    @martinsanders5097 2 роки тому +12

    Thoroughly enjoyable video. Now have to add Klee to my favorite artist list.

  • @fbpliegorrivero8869
    @fbpliegorrivero8869 2 роки тому +3

    Excelente, muchas gracias y saludos cordiales desde México 🇲🇽

  • @Citizen_X.
    @Citizen_X. Рік тому +2

    You are a wonderful presenter and I love your videos because there is so much information in them. Thank you.

  • @tomfoolery7530
    @tomfoolery7530 2 роки тому +9

    Thank you so much, that was very interesting, I've always loved his work😊

  • @kellierobinsonartist
    @kellierobinsonartist 2 роки тому +3

    I really enjoyed this, brought back lots of happy memories as he was one of my favourites in college ☺️

  • @julieshrive3198
    @julieshrive3198 Рік тому

    Brilliant loved his work since teenager in the 50s-60s this is so interesting & his true genius not fully appreciated or promoted .

  • @avicennitegh1377
    @avicennitegh1377 2 роки тому +2

    That studio stuffed with paintings is a revelation. So much work and dedication to making his art. Was he the artist who painted on the kitchen bench while being a house husband, or do I have him mixed up with someone else. Such cultured people with talent in so many areas.

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  2 роки тому +2

      You are right, he did paint at the kitchen table.

  • @edwardlobb931
    @edwardlobb931 Рік тому

    Such a robust and poignant flow of information makes UA-cam all the more appreciable.

  • @michaelstapelberg7751
    @michaelstapelberg7751 2 роки тому +3

    Paul Klee... his art is some of the only art in the world that moves me.. the colour balance is sublime!

  • @davidrobinson9507
    @davidrobinson9507 Рік тому

    I've always, since 1975 when I was 15, been influenced by Klee.
    I painted on burlap to be more like him while still in my teens.
    His twittering machine, a crank handle powered set of tweeting birds, was as much a premonition of social media as anything. His paintings are magic .

  • @loplotkin
    @loplotkin 7 місяців тому

    Wonderful video on Paul Klee, much more in-depth about development of his style done in a very fun way

  • @emiliayonekokumata7167
    @emiliayonekokumata7167 9 місяців тому

    It IS said that to represent meaningful art with simple lines and basic colors are one of the big challenges for an artist. If so, Paul Klee was a Master. I love his expressive artform. Simple lines and colors, yet innovative, provocative!

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  9 місяців тому

      He was a master, sophistication doesn't have to be complex. Cheers

  • @hannawagenknecht6378
    @hannawagenknecht6378 2 роки тому

    Direkt davorstehen , große Kunst,es ist wahrlich ein Erlebnis,danke auch für die Doku.

  • @sarahloffler
    @sarahloffler 7 місяців тому

    What a wonderful video you made! Thank you so much. I love Paul Klee so much that I feel I am a part of him.

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  6 місяців тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! He was a remarkable artist. Cheers

  • @kennelson5790
    @kennelson5790 2 роки тому +1

    Most excellent!! Your work is well put together in an enjoyable, relaxing educational format. I had no idea about his life with the detail you described. Other then knowing of Paul Klee's work , I am truly impressed , as with all art , I'm inspired to dig deeper.

  • @russellst.martin4255
    @russellst.martin4255 Рік тому

    No other artist comes close for me. I could stare at Abfahrt Der Schiffe and Fish Magic all day.

  • @kojoman75
    @kojoman75 Рік тому

    WoW!!!
    My 89th years!!!
    Can you believe it, my 89th years!!!
    My interest in (visual) arts ended when I became a jewelry-model maker, by carving cow-horns, and ivory (while in Africa) which later became wax’s models for casting precious metals.
    Now, in retirement I’ve returned to my first-love, visual art.
    All praises to the Creat

  • @Angel35851
    @Angel35851 2 роки тому +2

    I love Klee's work! Enjoyed your video & information.
    Thank you.

  • @sallyalter6003
    @sallyalter6003 2 роки тому +3

    Wonderful video, thank you very much. It was such a pleasure hearing you say Van Gogh instead of Van go!

  • @HurleyDeanSandpointIdaho
    @HurleyDeanSandpointIdaho 2 роки тому +3

    Wonderful. I love your presentations. Thank You....

  • @8kenjacob
    @8kenjacob 8 місяців тому

    An underrated artist given his fabulous talents.

  • @rongomaiwahine2
    @rongomaiwahine2 9 місяців тому

    I went to the Paul Klee gallery in Bern last year….. Amazing!
    Great to see his work in the flesh 💗

  • @michaelculhane3058
    @michaelculhane3058 7 місяців тому

    Fantastic art, and great presentation. I'm going to enjoy this day researching Paul Klee

  • @clairjunior5291
    @clairjunior5291 9 місяців тому

    Thank you for this great coverage to Klee. I love his works and style.

  • @yarlkymcfirblatherington9879
    @yarlkymcfirblatherington9879 9 місяців тому

    I'm a professional artist and have followed and admired Klee all my life. He understood the power of free line and the "character of appearance" of form. Also, the emotional power of colour. His only drawback was his confinement as a cabinet painter, which limited his pictoral size. His studios were small. However, he was one of the best of the 20thc masters. His reckless use of toxic art materials probably hastened his early death.

  • @chantemoody8416
    @chantemoody8416 Рік тому +1

    I have never seen his art before. I love it! 💚

  • @karlidererste8319
    @karlidererste8319 2 роки тому +4

    Very interesting, informative and entertaining. Thanks a lot!

  • @aquelpibe
    @aquelpibe 2 роки тому

    There are several works here that I hadn´t seen before. 5:31, 6:28, 7:10 (magnificent), 7:15 and more. Thank you.

  • @christiantettinek644
    @christiantettinek644 2 роки тому +3

    My dear master Paul, another work of your art, the art of video! You are the first who brought Klee closer to me, thank you so much for your important work.
    Why do I have the feeling, you also paint, do you?
    Pitty, I can't show you some of my oeuvre, I would be interested in your comment...
    All the best for you, I hope there soon will be some more of your great videos!
    Greetings from Tyrol from your digital artfriend Christian 🎨 🖌️ 🌻

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  2 роки тому +3

      Yes, I do paint. Good luck with your painting. Cheers

  • @SilentDropsProduction
    @SilentDropsProduction 2 роки тому +2

    My favourite artist ❤️

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  2 роки тому +1

      He certainly was an interesting and forward looking artist.

  • @chaibrary
    @chaibrary Рік тому

    Thanka a ton...we are grateful for your research and expressing it all in such a beautiful lecture on a brilliant artist Paul Klee life & work

  • @suaimhneas123
    @suaimhneas123 Рік тому

    Wonderful - I wasn't a big fan of Paul Klee, but your bio opened my eyes to his output and his thinking. Thank yoU.

  • @ll5974
    @ll5974 2 роки тому

    So much cultural and world history to process while also trying to view photos, art and read labels! I have to watch again, maybe 75% speed. And then maybe again after that. 😁 Thank you! Very interesting and some very wonderful art.

  • @letsif
    @letsif 2 роки тому

    Greatly enjoyed your presentation of one of the greatest creative geniuses of the 20th century

  • @stac3426
    @stac3426 9 місяців тому

    Thanks for the lesson on Paul Klee, I have always enjoyed his art. Loved your enthusiastic good bye.

  • @TheColor17
    @TheColor17 2 роки тому +2

    Thank You for such a Gold Mine of information Rich Blessings

  • @Cycology_Major
    @Cycology_Major 9 місяців тому

    I’ve always loved Klee; his works have a calming, curious, childlike quality for me. And speaking of which, to those who claim “Hah, my 6 year old could paint that”, the immense scientific concepts this artist carried in his head certainly defies the above statement regarding his works as ‘child’s play’ 😉

  • @retrorambles517
    @retrorambles517 2 роки тому

    Thank you
    Never heard of him
    He seemed to be always changing his style

  • @lizm5481
    @lizm5481 2 роки тому

    I love your videos. Perfect enrichment for an otherwise idle 20 minutes on a rainy afternoon.

  • @damonskinner4766
    @damonskinner4766 2 роки тому

    Awesome. I've only seen bits and pieces of Klee's work, but after watching this vid I can see he loads of stuff that I like. Gonna dig deeper. Thanks a lot!

  • @evanescapades2513
    @evanescapades2513 2 роки тому +2

    Welcome back my friend!!!!

  • @hdrake1000
    @hdrake1000 11 місяців тому

    Yes, I enjoyed it. I only heard about him from an interview I saw of Joseph Campbell who said he liked him.

  • @TheresaREAberilla
    @TheresaREAberilla 20 днів тому

    Wow! I love his works! Those pen and ink, omg! I can see he was a talent!tfs

  • @Skyler-björn
    @Skyler-björn 2 роки тому +2

    I really enjoyed the video, very insightful. Thanks a lot
    Can you make a video about beksinsky?

  • @michaelofmelrose
    @michaelofmelrose 2 роки тому +3

    Thanks, this was fascinating and inspiring!

  • @8kenjacob
    @8kenjacob 8 місяців тому

    An enjoyable and insightful exploration of a fascinating 🎨 artist

  • @oc5939
    @oc5939 2 роки тому

    One of my favorite artists. Great presentation.

  • @patriciawhite619
    @patriciawhite619 2 роки тому

    Oh thank you so much! I did not know so much about Paul Klee. You have broadened my knowledge..

  • @salvadorblancocasalins6526
    @salvadorblancocasalins6526 2 роки тому

    Excellent, thank you for sharing Paul Klee`s life and paintings, greetings from Santa Marta, Colombia

  • @dalian1993
    @dalian1993 6 місяців тому

    When I was at high school,circa 1971 I spotted a cheap print of Paul Klees' 'Senicio',hanging in a corridor above a radiator. It beauty captivated me.
    I asked a senior member of staff if I could take this warped,worthless print home. My request was refused,so I stole it and craftily took it home with me.
    That was where my love affair with Klees style began, and to this day,he is still my favourite artist .

  • @kennethhymes9734
    @kennethhymes9734 9 місяців тому

    Great channel. Request: please reflect on recent events surrounding youtube attribution of content, and consider listing your sources in the description, and make the distinctions between quotation and summary and personal knowledge clearer in the video itself. People need to be able to figure out what is from a book, what is your own reading of data you have acquired over your career, and what is more casual research. Usually this won't matter much, but when it does, oh boy it really does. Thank you for considering this.

  • @fritiofajvide404
    @fritiofajvide404 2 роки тому +1

    I really like your videos. The first couple of videos I thought ”Who the hell is THIS guy?” but I could not stop watching them and ended up thinking ”Who the hell IS this guy?” Your videos are fun and educative at the same time which is great. As a Swede I especially enjoyed your video on Hilma af Klint. Keep up the good work!

  • @mariathiele5256
    @mariathiele5256 9 місяців тому

    The best painter and artist ever

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  9 місяців тому

      He certainly was a great painter, not sure he was the best ever.

  • @jppagetoo
    @jppagetoo 2 роки тому

    Brilliant stuff. I have seen many of his paintings in New York. I never knew anything about his life. Thanks for the rundown.

  • @annihilator45
    @annihilator45 2 роки тому

    This was awesome! I love art and I do some myself. See other artists work is so exciting. It makes more sense of my own work. Thank you.

  • @trishspinazola287
    @trishspinazola287 9 місяців тому

    This is wonderful!! He’s one of my favorites!!

  • @jayumble8390
    @jayumble8390 5 місяців тому

    This presentation is fantastic! Thank you!

  • @philiptownsend4026
    @philiptownsend4026 Рік тому

    I really enjoyed your video, thank you.
    I knew of Paul Klee but not about him so this was enormously educational for me.
    Not seen your videos before but this one was so good that I have immediately subscribed.

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  Рік тому

      Really glad you enjoyed it! I hope you enjoy my other videos. Thanks for subscribing. Cheers

  • @NoeAliza
    @NoeAliza Рік тому

    J'adore vos vidéos Paul !
    Je les regarde pour le plaisir culturel et comme moyen d'écouter parler anglais de temps en temps !
    Great moment each time!
    Very good job!
    Noemie 👍👌👏😊

  • @Rebbedude
    @Rebbedude Рік тому

    Wow. So informative. I did not know all this about Paul Klee. I subscribed!

    • @ArtHistorySchool
      @ArtHistorySchool  Рік тому

      Glad you enjoyed the video and thanks for the sub. Cheers

  • @KledDianna-oi4jq
    @KledDianna-oi4jq Рік тому

    I enjoyed this video very much, thank you. I learned a great deal about Paul Klee’s life. I was named after him; my name is Klee. My parents loved his work.

  • @marycooper134
    @marycooper134 2 роки тому +2

    a brilliant artist; thanks, really enjoyed that.

  • @PZBrooklyn
    @PZBrooklyn 9 місяців тому

    Nice video--I don't know how you found so many examples of Klee's early/student work! I've looked all over and only found a few.

  • @bbbartolo
    @bbbartolo Рік тому

    Was surprised to find his work in almost every modern art museum in Europe. So prolific at the highest level! Now consider him the equal of Picasso, but imcomparable withal.