His advice at the end, really hit me where I am at in my life. I have struggled with calling myself an "artist" when that is not what I do to make a living. I have met "professional" artists that do not take me seriously, as an artist, because I have a job. Even now, I have been struggling with going to the next PSA conference (2024), worried that I might be looked down on because of this. Because of his words, I will hold my head a little higher.
Absolutely loved hearing this interview. Loved hearing Peter’s views and philosophy around his painting. Love his work. This sounds really stupid but I have realized, finally, that I hate making my art practice a business. This interview has really helped me to re-assess what direction I need to go to be true to myself as an artist. Thank you Jeff and Peter for sharing what you do.
I’m so glad to hear that his advice helped you. We are all programmed differently and I knew that there would be many people out there who found his perspective liberating. Thanks for watching!
I also absolutely love this interview.. recently my son told me that because painting is not my primary income that it’s just a hobby… I told him that for me it is who I am.. which is more than it being a hobby..❤
This was another fun and interesting interview. I really like his work! I appreciate that he is painting reality and making it interesting and beautiful, rather than trying to set up something intended to be beautiful. Interesting colors and handling of paint. I have to say that I would have to watch him in progress doing one of these distorted drawings before I would really accept that he does it without photo reference. Many of the paintings have the exact lens distortion that a camera or phone camera will give you. And there's nothing wrong with working from reference photos, but I personally know artists who deny that they work from photos even when I know for a fact that they do. He very well might be extremely good at distorting intentionally, but that's not how the eye sees, it is how a camera lens sees. Nonetheless, he does fine work and it to be commended for the paintings he creates.
I really don’t think he’s lying. I agree that’s it’s surprising but after hearing his claim I can definitely see evidence that he’s figuring this stuff out himself. Plus he strikes me as honest and authentic. Thanks for listening.
@@theundrapedartist Oh, I didn't mean it as a negative, accusatory comment. He is doing some cool work and he seems like an interesting guy. And artists don't always reveal their secrets. I just feel that for me personally, there would remain a bit of a skepticism until I could see him working on a piece, doing a demo. Maybe similar to when I see someone who works in a super photo-realist style, it can be a little hard to fathom how things can be drawn so accurately without using photographic reference. I suppose there are people who do that sort of thing. I would just like to watch the process. Many thanks for providing these interviews! You really do a great job.
I agree with others, another great interview. You ask questions to make sure you (and the audience) clearly understand what the artists are saying. Well done.
Another great conversation. I found myself talking to the video as if you guys could hear me this time. Btw, I believe you were referring to Abby the Spoon Lady. She would be a joy to paint, for the same reasons that she fits your analogy so well.
There's a British painter, Rackstraw Downes, who paints landscapes and cityscapes on location who uses a similar idea about perspective to Peter Van Dyck. Antonio Lopez Garcia was also mentioned.
Fellow 80s/90s skater and new oil painter at 49 - this podcast lead me to allow myself to paint from fisheye / wide angle photos. The spherical POV is ingrained into my childhood brain from every skate photo and video and when I look at straight lines of interiors and wide exteriors - it feels so dead haha. But I want to paint from life - so I wasn't fully allowing myself to paint from my photos. But it's part of my story and my POV - so seeing Peter's work unlocked something for me - as skaters we allowed to paint from fisheye lol. Thanks for another banger Jeff and for being the man Peter. Peter's paintings are like Ricky Oyola BS 180 ollieing over a flat rail from off of a metal diamond plate slanted sidewalk cellar door on a crisp October Philly night.
Just got to the point where Peter explains he does the "fisheye" distortion with his brain and not a camera lens!!!! That's what I want to get to for my work - amazing!!
Another great interview Jeff. The depth of our questions is always so spot on. It was good to hear from Peter because I have been a fan of his work for sometime.
Bravo, that was really good. Getting to hear him talk really made his paintings come alive for me in a good way. Jeff Great job on the interview and asking good questions. Mind was blown same as yours was when you found out he was not using anything for the perspective. Please try to get James Jean on if you can and or the amazing Scott Conary. Scotts story into how he started doing his current paintings is great and they are just so luscious in paint quality.
I think that senator is wrong. There is ahuge disparity between the super wealthy and most folks..think of buffet, gates, Bezos, and probably a dozen more super wealthy who could build those magnificent buildings!!! They choose to do otherwise.
True but I think his point is just that buildings meant for and to impress the public by governments and churches are rarely going to be built again. Bezos etc. may build a great home for himself but only governments and local powers are going to build great cities.
His advice at the end, really hit me where I am at in my life. I have struggled with calling myself an "artist" when that is not what I do to make a living. I have met "professional" artists that do not take me seriously, as an artist, because I have a job. Even now, I have been struggling with going to the next PSA conference (2024), worried that I might be looked down on because of this. Because of his words, I will hold my head a little higher.
Absolutely loved hearing this interview. Loved hearing Peter’s views and philosophy around his painting. Love his work. This sounds really stupid but I have realized, finally, that I hate making my art practice a business. This interview has really helped me to re-assess what direction I need to go to be true to myself as an artist. Thank you Jeff and Peter for sharing what you do.
I’m so glad to hear that his advice helped you. We are all programmed differently and I knew that there would be many people out there who found his perspective liberating. Thanks for watching!
I also absolutely love this interview.. recently my son told me that because painting is not my primary income that it’s just a hobby… I told him that for me it is who I am.. which is more than it being a hobby..❤
Amen
His process is so amazing. I agree with the other commenters that your questions are so good at really getting to the juicy stuff.
That means a lot. Thank you!
This was another fun and interesting interview. I really like his work! I appreciate that he is painting reality and making it interesting and beautiful, rather than trying to set up something intended to be beautiful. Interesting colors and handling of paint. I have to say that I would have to watch him in progress doing one of these distorted drawings before I would really accept that he does it without photo reference. Many of the paintings have the exact lens distortion that a camera or phone camera will give you. And there's nothing wrong with working from reference photos, but I personally know artists who deny that they work from photos even when I know for a fact that they do. He very well might be extremely good at distorting intentionally, but that's not how the eye sees, it is how a camera lens sees. Nonetheless, he does fine work and it to be commended for the paintings he creates.
I really don’t think he’s lying. I agree that’s it’s surprising but after hearing his claim I can definitely see evidence that he’s figuring this stuff out himself. Plus he strikes me as honest and authentic. Thanks for listening.
@@theundrapedartist Oh, I didn't mean it as a negative, accusatory comment. He is doing some cool work and he seems like an interesting guy. And artists don't always reveal their secrets. I just feel that for me personally, there would remain a bit of a skepticism until I could see him working on a piece, doing a demo. Maybe similar to when I see someone who works in a super photo-realist style, it can be a little hard to fathom how things can be drawn so accurately without using photographic reference. I suppose there are people who do that sort of thing. I would just like to watch the process. Many thanks for providing these interviews! You really do a great job.
I agree with others, another great interview. You ask questions to make sure you (and the audience) clearly understand what the artists are saying. Well done.
I appreciate that!
I just love how diverse the artist's styles are that you have on the podcast. Very inspiring!
Glad you enjoy it!
I am so excited about this. Peter’s work absolutely blows my mind.
Another great conversation. I found myself talking to the video as if you guys could hear me this time. Btw, I believe you were referring to Abby the Spoon Lady. She would be a joy to paint, for the same reasons that she fits your analogy so well.
Brilliant interview. Interesting. Insightful. Inspiring.
The podcast is living up to its title - love the honesty and authenticity in this interview!
bruh its hasnt even been 45 mins since its upload 😂
@@Av4nQuisHI know. :D I'm 20 minutes in, but I'm enjoying the dialogue. Listening to the rest of it as I work.
Another great interview/podcast!! There’s sooo much here! Thank you both! I’m quite sure I will be rewatching this one.
Thought process in art is always singular just like the paintings themselves. Fun to explore to see similarities and differences.
There's a British painter, Rackstraw Downes, who paints landscapes and cityscapes on location who uses a similar idea about perspective to Peter Van Dyck. Antonio Lopez Garcia was also mentioned.
What a wonderful, straight up conversation - on both sides. Thank you!
Fellow 80s/90s skater and new oil painter at 49 - this podcast lead me to allow myself to paint from fisheye / wide angle photos. The spherical POV is ingrained into my childhood brain from every skate photo and video and when I look at straight lines of interiors and wide exteriors - it feels so dead haha. But I want to paint from life - so I wasn't fully allowing myself to paint from my photos. But it's part of my story and my POV - so seeing Peter's work unlocked something for me - as skaters we allowed to paint from fisheye lol. Thanks for another banger Jeff and for being the man Peter. Peter's paintings are like Ricky Oyola BS 180 ollieing over a flat rail from off of a metal diamond plate slanted sidewalk cellar door on a crisp October Philly night.
Just got to the point where Peter explains he does the "fisheye" distortion with his brain and not a camera lens!!!! That's what I want to get to for my work - amazing!!
His perspective is second to none. Brilliant.
Another great interview Jeff. The depth of our questions is always so spot on. It was good to hear from Peter because I have been a fan of his work for sometime.
Age old question.. what is beauty ..is it in the eye of the beholder… or is it?
Again what a wonderful conversation you had. Thank you ! This was so full of substance and inspiring 🙏
Bravo, that was really good. Getting to hear him talk really made his paintings come alive for me in a good way. Jeff Great job on the interview and asking good questions. Mind was blown same as yours was when you found out he was not using anything for the perspective. Please try to get James Jean on if you can and or the amazing Scott Conary. Scotts story into how he started doing his current paintings is great and they are just so luscious in paint quality.
Many thanks! I look into those two.
Peter Van Dyke is a smart man - and has good advice too :)
Thank you so much for these great interviews! One of my favorite podcasts! Some suggestions for future guests: Kamille Corry, Jeffrey Ripple
Age old question.. what is beauty ..is it in the eye of the beholder… or is it?❤
I think it’s both subjective and objective. Cop out answer, I know.
thank god there's an artist who can't do commissions, I'm the same because of not knowing how it will end up. I feel better now.
Influenciado por Antonio López? 🤔
he talks about it in the podcast a little bit so yes
Cognitive behavioral therapy.. sounds like what Sam Harris does on his Waking Up app, which is ameditation app.❤
Thanks for that.
I think that senator is wrong. There is ahuge disparity between the super wealthy and most folks..think of buffet, gates, Bezos, and probably a dozen more super wealthy who could build those magnificent buildings!!!
They choose to do otherwise.
True but I think his point is just that buildings meant for and to impress the public by governments and churches are rarely going to be built again. Bezos etc. may build a great home for himself but only governments and local powers are going to build great cities.