This is the best video I’ve seen on someone sharing their experience on their artwork. Thank you very much for posting these in depth videos on your journey, it has inspired me to actually want to make a custom paint job of my own :)
It turned out really well, and now I am re-evaluating whether or not I want to take on the task of repainting my trainer bike. Massively jealous that you have access to a booth and proper gun, this might be a bigger hurdle than I originally anticipated. Awesome to see other people have similar interests and hobbies and to watch them collide.
Elena, you did a beautiful job on the bike. I’ve never seen anything like that before and was very impressed with your work. You are a very talented young lady and keep up your passion.
As you said, it is "a wild paint job", but I can add to it by saying that it was an amazing, passionate coloring job that gave me a lot of satisfaction! 👌👍
Excellent video, Elena! This was a super interesting project and the final result is really striking and individual. I like the thumbnails on both videos and how they show your progress with the paint job!
Immediately when I saw you applying the clearcoat,i knew notice you were laying it too close and too slow. Should be 8-12 inches away. That would have been enough adjustment even with it spraying too heavy . Sanding down clear is the worst but hey it’s a learning lesson. overall still came out solid. 🙌🏾
So cool!!! Keep up the creativity!! I keep isopropyl in a spray bottle, I wonder if using a smaller make-up spritzer bottle would help with the application and spread of the ink.
Fantastic work! Watched both parts. I very much enjoyed the first part dealing with your creative process. Funny how it takes so much work to create harmonious and aesthetic randomness. That is one VERY cool bike. Kudos!
Persistence is the key to accomplishing any goal or project. You exhibited good common sense in knowing when to stop and get away from the project for a length of time. I am intrigued by the current look it has. As always I am looking forward to the next viewing. Follow your heart in the pursuit of your creations. Doing that will always provide the satisfaction you are in search of.
I am so impressed how it turned out, excellent job. I also think repainting the Specialized S so it was crisp was a great idea. Definitely one of a kind.
Stunning work and execution! It was cool to see your process. For what it's worth, I liked the wabi of the yellow streak in the first S. Regardless, top notch!
Stunning and creative technique/paint scheme ! Thank for sharing your process and patience as well. Nerdy question though - the frame is designed to flex slightly at the seat tube junction. Is the paint flexible enough to accomodate this or is it a non issue?
Ok I gushed about the paint last episode so I don’t want to be redundant. But I never would have thought I would be giving thanks for your sponsors?? WT!?? I have a teen girl. She’s self taught on procreate. It’s insane what she can do. But I know she wants to create her own brushes etc and other things . Thanks to you I have signed up for the free trial of Skill-share for my girl ; let’s see what I learn too. But yeah, a teen girl… so an Agency free box! Are you kidding me!? I clicked on you because I am obsessed with bikes .. and now you are anticipating the things that my favorite girl needs most! Crazy.
It turned out really nice, the ink worked really well, good job. Now after all that work, time to check out Ride Wrap or another frame protection company for a wrap so you don't chip or rub into that beautiful paint job.
Thanks! I think it would've created a slightly different effect I think since the high pressure air creates more uniform small, thin drips in all directions but it would be cool to test. In the end, I think it was worth the arm fatigue lol.
Seriously one of the nicest paint jobs I've ever seen and that includes ones by the 'pro's'. So much so that I felt compelled to leave a comment on a UA-cam video for the first time! Seriously well done, just wish that I had the patience and talent to do the same! ..... just needs some nice tan wall tyres to complete the look!🤭
Absolutely stunning! This is one of the best bike paint jobs ever! The super bloom complementary color scheme is flawless. I respect that you have a story to tell from inspiration to execution. Respraying the head tube S logo was the right choice. For me, I would like to see the paint scheme applied to the stem just because I want more and some gold bolts from Better Bolts to further enhance and carry over. I'll try and find the video of a Specialized Crux painted by a Japanese artist that you may like.
It would be really cool to do some matching painted components like the stem. Maybe in the future! Are you talking about the Aethos Kosuke Masuda painted? If so, I agree that paint job is stunning.
I guess you have some experience in painting cause I wasn't able to even paint black an old cycle for my brother... Maybe the painting quality / the gun is the solution. I don't know cause I don't have the knowledge but OMG the bike is stunning, it came from an average generic colour frame to a high end custom colour frame. I LOVE IT. I wanna do it as well
@@elenamakes maybe I’ll give painting one of my old $100 MTB’s a try this winter. Seems super fun, and maybe I’ll get the courage to paint a more expensive bike afterwards!
Designing with a computer / tablet definitely makes some things easier, but designing the old fashioned way is nice as well. I sketch things out with paper and pen all the time.
Final product looks soooo amazing Elena! (Now you need to do a matching helmet 😋...kidding). This definitely looked like a lot of work so i am glad it paid off. I am not familiar with the alcohol inks so thanks for showing the whole process/pros/cons. ❤👍
excuse my english I'm french, but I find it inspiring, I would like to try and do the same one day if I feel able to; anyway your work deserves attention and could be sold when you're easy with the process (good job for having rescued the S)
Super nice, good job not giving up. Crazy cool art piece and works very well with the black rims etc. Maybe get a chain guard not mess the nice paint Job though 🤟🏻
I love the frame, it came out so awesome. Thank you for sharing the process and your thought process and talent. I’m considering painting one of my own frames after being inspired by your post. One question, I know cars use a ceramic coating applied over the clear coat. Would That be something useful to apply to a gravel bike to deter rock chips ?
Thanks! I believe most people who want an extra layer of protection for their bike use something like RideWrap. Also, if you're going to paint your own bike I'd recommend the channel ETOE designs, he's a pro painter who goes over prep and process for painting.
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That's not a paint job, it's a work of art. BEAUTIFUL.
Holy Moly! That is one of the best looking paint jobs I've seen in a while, including conception, prep, basically everything! Big kudos!
Thank you! 😊
This is the best video I’ve seen on someone sharing their experience on their artwork. Thank you very much for posting these in depth videos on your journey, it has inspired me to actually want to make a custom paint job of my own :)
You’re so welcome! I’m it inspired you and best of luck on your paint job :)
That looks awesome! It is nice to know there is someone else out there who loves woodworking and cycling with equal passion!
Thanks! I feel like that passion overlap is more common than you'd think.
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Me too! It's guitar building and cycling for me😁
GORGEOUS! The gold paint adds such depth and dynamic energy to the look. And that gold chain really does tie it all together at the end ;)
Why thank ya ✨💛
Sick ❤❤❤
It turned out really well, and now I am re-evaluating whether or not I want to take on the task of repainting my trainer bike. Massively jealous that you have access to a booth and proper gun, this might be a bigger hurdle than I originally anticipated. Awesome to see other people have similar interests and hobbies and to watch them collide.
That steed looks 😍 so AWESOME, BEAUTIFUL & GORGEOUS…I just LOVE it. 😍
Elena, you did a beautiful job on the bike. I’ve never seen anything like that before and was very impressed with your work. You are a very talented young lady and keep up your passion.
Thank you!
As you said, it is "a wild paint job", but I can add to it by saying that it was an amazing, passionate coloring job that gave me a lot of satisfaction! 👌👍
Your creative thought process and patience itself was mind blowing, and the end result is 😍!
Thanks! I love a good creative puzzle.
piece of art in a unique way
WOW....that looks superb!! You've wonderful vision to even conjure up that paint scheme and design. Truly unique.
Agency is working great. Your skin is so pretty
Thanks :)
I love the work you did with the design!!
That turned out amazing, really captures the chaotic beauty in nature. Looking forward to seeing that bike on some adventures.
Wow who nice is this. It is a really nice work!
Excellent video, Elena! This was a super interesting project and the final result is really striking and individual. I like the thumbnails on both videos and how they show your progress with the paint job!
Thats sick elena!
Awesome! Never thought I'd like Purple this much! Enjoyed this project, keep it up!
I am partial to purple.
Looks absolutely stunning Elena,well done 😍😃
Ooommmggg I'm obsessed with this!!!! 😍😍😍 You absolutely crushed it!!!!
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طلاء رائع للإطار .
Bon weekend 🤍🤍🤍🎉🎉🎉🎉
You have done an phenomenal job on that frame Elena, have a great week, take care 😊
Much appreciated! I’m stoked on it.
Looks great will done my friend 😊
The bike looks great! I'm really loving the bike videos you make in addition to the woodworking ones! 😊
Thank you, and glad to hear it :) I really do enjoy making both.
I trusted the process and it did NOT disappoint! ✨
She's a beaut ain't she 😊
Great design and great bike!
Looks cool.
That looks great and a really nice bike as a run-around 👍
Thanks, I'm very happy with the end result 🙂
wow! so beautiful! congratulations elena! ☺
Looks bad ass!!! You should be proud.
Looks cool that paint job! Well done
Amazing! Looks great!
Good job❤️👍👍👍
Immediately when I saw you applying the clearcoat,i knew notice you were laying it too close and too slow. Should be 8-12 inches away. That would have been enough adjustment even with it spraying too heavy . Sanding down clear is the worst but hey it’s a learning lesson. overall still came out solid. 🙌🏾
Watching it back I was like “man I’m WAY too close” 😅, but live and learn!
So cool!!! Keep up the creativity!! I keep isopropyl in a spray bottle, I wonder if using a smaller make-up spritzer bottle would help with the application and spread of the ink.
Thanks! I’m sure it would have a different but still cool effect to spray it on instead of dripping it. Definitely worth playing around with.
Wow! That's amazing! I think you really accomplished your goal of bringing a natural floral super bloom to your bike!
Love it!
OK, that looks so cool. Great job!!
Fantastic work! Watched both parts. I very much enjoyed the first part dealing with your creative process. Funny how it takes so much work to create harmonious and aesthetic randomness. That is one VERY cool bike. Kudos!
Glad you enjoyed the full process :)
Beautiful
Persistence is the key to accomplishing any goal or project. You exhibited good common sense in knowing when to stop and get away from the project for a length of time. I am intrigued by the current look it has. As always I am looking forward to the next viewing. Follow your heart in the pursuit of your creations. Doing that will always provide the satisfaction you are in search of.
I am so impressed how it turned out, excellent job. I also think repainting the Specialized S so it was crisp was a great idea. Definitely one of a kind.
Appreciate it :) Yeah I went back and forth but glad I ended up re-masking it.
Couldn’t stop smiling seeing it come together!
Absolutely gorgeous and so well done :)
Glad it made ya smile
The best looking bike that I’ve ever seen.
Great job!
Excellent paint job
Thank you!
Stunning work and execution! It was cool to see your process. For what it's worth, I liked the wabi of the yellow streak in the first S.
Regardless, top notch!
Just beautiful!
Stunning and creative technique/paint scheme ! Thank for sharing your process and patience as well. Nerdy question though - the frame is designed to flex slightly at the seat tube junction. Is the paint flexible enough to accomodate this or is it a non issue?
Thanks :) Yep, the primer/color/clear I used is what professional bike painters use and is fine with a bit of frame flex.
What a stunning paint job 🤩
Thanks so much 😊
Very creative, very bold, and very brave! Congratulations, it turned out amazing!
Thank you! :)
Beautyfull work!!🎉
Amazing, just AMAZING!!!!!!
haha thanks! Pretty stoked on it.
wow, looks great! thanks for sharing!
Amazing idea, beautifully executed. I'm jealous!
Absolutely stunning!
Thanks 😁
Wow that’s incredible. Amazing work!
Thank you so much :)
cool. that`s gonna be the next trend on the trails
Holy moly what a bike. I love it. The black parts just accentuate the colorful frame, great job.
Thanks 😊 I think so too.
Ok I gushed about the paint last episode so I don’t want to be redundant. But I never would have thought I would be giving thanks for your sponsors?? WT!?? I have a teen girl. She’s self taught on procreate. It’s insane what she can do. But I know she wants to create her own brushes etc and other things . Thanks to you I have signed up for the free trial of Skill-share for my girl ; let’s see what I learn too. But yeah, a teen girl… so an Agency free box! Are you kidding me!? I clicked on you because I am obsessed with bikes .. and now you are anticipating the things that my favorite girl needs most! Crazy.
This looks fantastic and well work all the effort to create it - I hope you have a Sper first ride once its fully set up
Thank you!
Elena, your work's beautiful. So are you! Hi From Réunion Island.
The paint job came out AWESOME!! It's definitely unique to the point where no one else could mistake it for their own. Great job 👍
Thank you! It’s definitely very unique ☺️
Good video and very creative paint job
This is dope !!
It turned out really nice, the ink worked really well, good job. Now after all that work, time to check out Ride Wrap or another frame protection company for a wrap so you don't chip or rub into that beautiful paint job.
It’s beautiful!!
That's gorgeous! Great job! 🙂
I have a black one, Sirrus 6.0 👌
this looks amazing, i wonder if using a air hose to control the flow of the ink would have saved your arms and been able to get the same result?
Thanks! I think it would've created a slightly different effect I think since the high pressure air creates more uniform small, thin drips in all directions but it would be cool to test.
In the end, I think it was worth the arm fatigue lol.
I really want to do a custom paint job on my bike frame. This looks awesome and super unique
Good morning 🌅, very nice job,
If I ever paint a bike I think I have to steal your method (with my own colors). The alcohol ink looks so good and has a lot of organic variety.
Feel free to steal the method :) alcohol inks are very cheap and can be found at most craft stores.
Seriously one of the nicest paint jobs I've ever seen and that includes ones by the 'pro's'. So much so that I felt compelled to leave a comment on a UA-cam video for the first time! Seriously well done, just wish that I had the patience and talent to do the same!
..... just needs some nice tan wall tyres to complete the look!🤭
Thank you! I really debated back and forth between tan walls and classic black lol.
Morning from Hawaii that was a good video
Sooooo Gorgeous!!!!!
Wow wowwww beautiful and very good job 🇹🇭👍🥳
Please talk about your aquarium and office setup?
I have an older video on setting up that planted tank :)
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Absolutely stunning! This is one of the best bike paint jobs ever! The super bloom complementary color scheme is flawless. I respect that you have a story to tell from inspiration to execution. Respraying the head tube S logo was the right choice. For me, I would like to see the paint scheme applied to the stem just because I want more and some gold bolts from Better Bolts to further enhance and carry over. I'll try and find the video of a Specialized Crux painted by a Japanese artist that you may like.
It would be really cool to do some matching painted components like the stem. Maybe in the future!
Are you talking about the Aethos Kosuke Masuda painted? If so, I agree that paint job is stunning.
@@elenamakes Yes! Couldn't remember if Aethos or Crux. Your paint job is on that level!
Looks great! And much better than the new Specialized Crux Limited Edition paint job.
I guess you have some experience in painting cause I wasn't able to even paint black an old cycle for my brother... Maybe the painting quality / the gun is the solution. I don't know cause I don't have the knowledge but OMG the bike is stunning, it came from an average generic colour frame to a high end custom colour frame. I LOVE IT. I wanna do it as well
Thank ya. I have some experience, but the pro equipment / paint booth helps a lot. I've painted 2 other bikes in the past.
That turned out pretty nice!!! I was thinking hydro dip at first but I am liking what you did 🎉👌
Appreciate it! It does look a bit similar to the hydro dip effect.
The gold flake and the gold chain looks soooooooo good
Thank ya! I think so too.
@@elenamakes maybe I’ll give painting one of my old $100 MTB’s a try this winter. Seems super fun, and maybe I’ll get the courage to paint a more expensive bike afterwards!
Love the idea and your inspiration 😮 so far I am not able to design with computer; all my works are purely manual 😢
Designing with a computer / tablet definitely makes some things easier, but designing the old fashioned way is nice as well. I sketch things out with paper and pen all the time.
Congrats the final result is awesome 👏
Beautiful design 👌💪
Thank you 🙏🏻
First bike that I find the golden chain looks good on.
thats mint!!
Thanks!
Final product looks soooo amazing Elena! (Now you need to do a matching helmet 😋...kidding). This definitely looked like a lot of work so i am glad it paid off. I am not familiar with the alcohol inks so thanks for showing the whole process/pros/cons. ❤👍
excuse my english I'm french, but I find it inspiring, I would like to try and do the same one day if I feel able to; anyway your work deserves attention and could be sold when you're easy with the process (good job for having rescued the S)
Thanks, I appreciate it :)
Maybe you could put a clear sticker on it to protect the paint from stone chips, great work!
Super nice, good job not giving up. Crazy cool art piece and works very well with the black rims etc. Maybe get a chain guard not mess the nice paint Job though 🤟🏻
Yeah, I think I'll get a clear guard for a bit of protection.
I love the frame, it came out so awesome. Thank you for sharing the process and your thought process and talent. I’m considering painting one of my own frames after being inspired by your post. One question, I know cars use a ceramic coating applied over the clear coat. Would That be something useful to apply to a gravel bike to deter rock chips ?
Thanks! I believe most people who want an extra layer of protection for their bike use something like RideWrap.
Also, if you're going to paint your own bike I'd recommend the channel ETOE designs, he's a pro painter who goes over prep and process for painting.
Waw vielo ❤
Great work! I think it was Pixar that said to focus on the journey, rather than the destination :)
🌸Fantastico🌸
Really cool paint job. I loved the "rust" looking logo but I think the clean re-do was better.
Yeah I think it ended up being the right call.
I'm loving the look and can't wait for your next project. But I'm curious why you blurred out the brand name\logo on the filters of your respirator?
Has some personal info I'd rather keep private :)
It looks awesome! I would have done the rims white :)