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@Mrs.Peachthriftyliving
@Mrs.Peachthriftyliving 2 күн бұрын
Hello Diane you look so good i hope you did wonderful on your Black Fridays deal that's awesome good to see you here!!!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 2 күн бұрын
@Mrs.Peachthriftyliving thanks Joyce! Yes the Black Friday went well! I haven't been on KZbin for awhile. It's good to be back!.
@Mrs.Peachthriftyliving
@Mrs.Peachthriftyliving 2 күн бұрын
@@ianistudio You do remember me don't you? I hope you all are doing well!!!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 2 күн бұрын
@Mrs.Peachthriftyliving of course I remember you and Richard and Josh at Feather River
@Mrs.Peachthriftyliving
@Mrs.Peachthriftyliving 2 күн бұрын
​@ianistudio Do you go up to caribou anymore?Or that direction?
@ianistudio
@ianistudio Күн бұрын
@Mrs.Peachthriftyliving we still have our cabin in Greenville but don't go up there often.
@lisengel2498
@lisengel2498 4 күн бұрын
I really vibrate with your reflection on the quality of the surface - and I will try what cold wax will do for my painting 😊🎵💗🎶
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 4 күн бұрын
@@lisengel2498 yay, give it a try. It's a game changer
@CharlynnThrockmorton-n1l
@CharlynnThrockmorton-n1l 6 күн бұрын
I always learn something from you, Diane. Beautiful. And grateful.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 күн бұрын
@@CharlynnThrockmorton-n1l thanks Charlynn
@coraannetoledo-merritt1220
@coraannetoledo-merritt1220 Ай бұрын
I have missed you. I hope all is well with you and partner.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio Ай бұрын
@coraannetoledo-merritt1220 yes, I have 2 videos ready to post. Thanks for reaching out. Please follow me on Instagram @zioniani
@BlueZion9
@BlueZion9 Ай бұрын
Thanks for the tutorial
@ianistudio
@ianistudio Ай бұрын
@@BlueZion9 you're welcome. More coming
@ps.6023
@ps.6023 Ай бұрын
Im a little late but so I will say this color is EXACTLY like genuine lapis lazuli particularly fra angelico blue which is the purest blue
@ianistudio
@ianistudio Ай бұрын
@@ps.6023 isn't it lovely?
@ps.6023
@ps.6023 Ай бұрын
@@ianistudio seriously, just wish they had more of it in watercolor at Golden :( it rewets like a dream. the acrylic version is amainzg as well.
@talaysaytours6878
@talaysaytours6878 Ай бұрын
Thank you so much. I really love your work. 🙏🏽
@ianistudio
@ianistudio Ай бұрын
@@talaysaytours6878 thanks for the support
@cinnamongypsea
@cinnamongypsea Ай бұрын
Do you spray varnish Or brush on varnish ??
@ianistudio
@ianistudio Ай бұрын
@@cinnamongypsea strictly brush. Chuck uses sray varnish on plaster much of the time. You might choose spray varnish when dealingvwith fugative ( unstable) materias like sumi ink, rust or stabillo pencil.
@karinkmentamoravec7991
@karinkmentamoravec7991 2 ай бұрын
I Hope you are well 🙏
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 2 ай бұрын
@karinkmentamoravec7991 yes, I am doing great. I have a couple videos to share but my son is having trouble posting them. Hang in there. Thank you for asking
@catemarkey
@catemarkey 3 ай бұрын
What grit sandpaper is good for sanding some layers of multimedia on canvas with orbital sander? I’m thinking 120-300 grit? Thanks so much for your video.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 2 ай бұрын
@@catemarkey I think 120-220 would be fine
@catemarkey
@catemarkey 2 ай бұрын
@@ianistudio thank you.
@catemarkey
@catemarkey 2 ай бұрын
@@ianistudio thanks very much.
@deehone6982
@deehone6982 3 ай бұрын
Beautiful artworks!! I love your style and technique!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 3 ай бұрын
@deehone6982 thank you. That means a lot.
@BrittaJewelry
@BrittaJewelry 3 ай бұрын
Thank you!!!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 3 ай бұрын
@@BrittaJewelry thanks for your support
@CatandBodhi-ArtSpiritAdventure
@CatandBodhi-ArtSpiritAdventure 4 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your studio and art and processes ❤ So very inspiring to me.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 4 ай бұрын
@@CatandBodhi-ArtSpiritAdventure you're welcome. A new video is overdue. I'll send one out soon.
@shelleysechrist508
@shelleysechrist508 4 ай бұрын
Hi Diane. Just want to say I really enjoy your videos and appreciate your clear explanations of things. I also love your paintings. Thanks for taking the time to make these videos.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 4 ай бұрын
@@shelleysechrist508 you're welcome. Thanks for reaching out
@dianecharest8365
@dianecharest8365 4 ай бұрын
Thank you again. You are just the one I needed at this point in my art. Thank you for demonstrating and explaining.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 4 ай бұрын
@@dianecharest8365 you're welcome
@dianecharest8365
@dianecharest8365 4 ай бұрын
Thank you so much. I understand you. Im a year into trying abstract. I still dont totally get it all, but im at the point of learning depth, value, composition, and what have you. I have bought every tool imaginable, every color, but tend to go for the same colors and tools. I need to try different color combos and different marks from the tools. Thank you again.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 4 ай бұрын
@dianecharest8365 I am starting an online small mentoring group tomorrow. 5 Wednesdays, 11-1 Pacific time. Only $150 for all 5 weeks. This will be perfect for you. If interested please see details and register @www.ianiworkshops.com Good luck.
@dianecharest8365
@dianecharest8365 4 ай бұрын
Im glad i found you. You are a phenomenal artist.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 4 ай бұрын
@@dianecharest8365 thank you. You sure perked me up today!
@nancye7520
@nancye7520 4 ай бұрын
Hope you’re in your boot and healing well! Be patient. ❤ Ice and elevation are key. My husband (64) had foot surgery and had the boot 7 weeks. Never had to do crutches. Yes he got sick of the boot, but stayed in it. 👍🏼 gradually dropped that after another 8-10 days. Now walking pretty well but has to watch how long he’s up and about and how far he walks. So just be patient with your ankle-think of how good it’s been to you all these years. 🥰 I like your videos and your style!
@sheremckim3860
@sheremckim3860 4 ай бұрын
WHAT IS YOUR INSTAGRAM PAGE NAME? LOVE YOUR WORK! THANK YOU!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 4 ай бұрын
@@sheremckim3860 @zioniani is my IG name. Thanks for your support.
@viviandibrell849
@viviandibrell849 4 ай бұрын
I have used Dorlands Wax medium on watercolors that are mounted to cradled panels. I really love the finish on those. I have been doing gel printing and I wonder if after I do a panel with collage if this wax would be a good technique. Do you think it is the same material?
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 4 ай бұрын
@@viviandibrell849 I think it should work just fine. Experiment before you try it on your finished piece
@lisengel2498
@lisengel2498 4 күн бұрын
It sounds very interesting - I will experiment - bot I really like the soft surface of cold wax 🙏🦋
@mlr9370
@mlr9370 4 ай бұрын
Thoroughly enjoyed your video, your art is exciting & wonderful. Your style of instruction is easy to follow . Thank You
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 4 ай бұрын
@@mlr9370 thanks for reaching out. It means a lot
@Deeeepsea-j5m
@Deeeepsea-j5m 4 ай бұрын
Diane, i am enjoying your videos. Thanks for sharing your tips. I like to use this underpainting method and paint my figures on with cold wax and oil paints. A bit challenging for figurative or landscape. But i like unclear soft edges for my expressive images. So, i keep trying and let it do its thing--just like you advice. ❤️
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 4 ай бұрын
@MsOceanstar thank you for reaching out. Glad you are enjoying the videos
@booksfordonorkids6707
@booksfordonorkids6707 5 ай бұрын
I LOVE that painting Diane. I am so glad you're getting back in your studio. Art is better than therapy. This is Kim KB!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 5 ай бұрын
Thanks, Kim. It's been pitmre cold wax for nearly 7 weeks! I'll be so glad to get back to my large-scale mixed media!
@Cathy-py4tm
@Cathy-py4tm 5 ай бұрын
What is UVLS stand for. Very interesting in starting cold wax over acrylic. Great informational video
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 5 ай бұрын
Ultra violet light stabilizer
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 5 ай бұрын
Thank you for watching
@Cathy-py4tm
@Cathy-py4tm 5 ай бұрын
Thank u. Have you ever used the cold wax for watercolor
@Cathy-py4tm
@Cathy-py4tm 5 ай бұрын
Have you ever used cold wax with watercolor
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 5 ай бұрын
I have not used cold wax with watercolor. I googled your question and many people do seal watercolor with cold wax. Give it a try and let me know what you think. I copied this from the internet: Whenever possible, we now wax our watercolors with Gamblin Cold Wax Medium. We first heard of this from renowned watercolorist Sarah Yeoman. At first, you may be reluctant to apply anything, much less wax, to the surface of a watercolor. Once you try it on a practice painting, you will be a convert.
@feltthefluff
@feltthefluff 5 ай бұрын
I cannot begin to tell you how much I enjoyed this video, you have inspired me!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 5 ай бұрын
That means a lot to me. Thank you.
@wadehamlin
@wadehamlin 5 ай бұрын
Can you crutch good?
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 5 ай бұрын
Not at all! Can't seem to hop!
@wadehamlin
@wadehamlin 5 ай бұрын
@@ianistudio Have you ever been on crutches?
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 5 ай бұрын
Can't crutch at all
@wadehamlin
@wadehamlin 5 ай бұрын
@@ianistudio Do you need surgery?
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 5 ай бұрын
I had surgery 3 weeks ago
@wadehamlin
@wadehamlin 5 ай бұрын
I bet you are good on crutches.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 5 ай бұрын
No, I can't do crutches at all. They scare me.
@wadehamlin
@wadehamlin 5 ай бұрын
@@ianistudio Do you have crutches?
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 5 ай бұрын
I have crutches but don't use them
@merrellthompson9083
@merrellthompson9083 5 ай бұрын
hello! I had an image printed directly on. a wood panel and I want to finish with cold wax. Do I need to add a leveling step before the cold wax? And how long does it take to harden so it would be ready to pack up after you buff it the last time? Thank you ! love your website
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 5 ай бұрын
I might apply a layer of polymere mediums, and let it dry 72 hrs. Then a water based varnish with UVLS and let that dry 72 hrs. Then the cold wax layer, and let that dry approx 72 hrs after buffed. Cover the surface with glassine or wax paper before packing. You could try shortcuts by applying the wax directly to the print. As long as you cover the surface with glassine or wax paper you can pack it after 48-72 hrs.
@mimis289
@mimis289 6 ай бұрын
Beautiful work!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
Thank you! Much appreciated
@carolmcbrideonline
@carolmcbrideonline 6 ай бұрын
please list your sander and your mask, thanks!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
Fess Tool Evac sander
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
Actually that sander is Ryobi. These are corner sanders you can get at any hardware store. They are rechargeable
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
The sander is a Ryobi corner sander...rechargeable with a lithium battery. The mask is any good respirator mask that can be bought in a hardware store.
@philcoucke5459
@philcoucke5459 6 ай бұрын
thank you for this beautiful video! i just wanted to ask you something for collages built up with "rice papers' and the isolation coat I apply before possibly waxing :-) I have the experience that any finishing/isolation coat I apply on rice papers soak in on some spots and on others not, which make it look like not everything is varnished, even if it is. Maybe you have some advice for a finishing coat on rice paper? so that i also can experiment with the cold wax medium. Thanks a lot in advance and sorry to disturb, Phil
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
Thanks, Phil. First, I do an isolation coat of polymere mediums. I thin it about 20-35% ( I use Golden polymere mediums). Let that dry 72 hrs. Then varnish with a UVLS varnish like Liquitex. Let that dry 72 hrs, then apply the cold wax medium. That should give you an even finish. Good luck, and let me know how it works.
@philcoucke5459
@philcoucke5459 6 ай бұрын
@@ianistudio thanks a lot!
@cliffdariff74
@cliffdariff74 6 ай бұрын
Genus Loci is tbe latin words.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
Wow, thanks for that! A Sense of Place- Genus Loci
@cliffdariff74
@cliffdariff74 6 ай бұрын
Is the wax on the rag flammable if left in studio??
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
I recommend a fire safe receptacle. I'm always cautious with oils, and the wax does contain resin.
@donnakooyman8748
@donnakooyman8748 6 ай бұрын
I listened to your advise about primer from the hardware store vs. art store primer. Just bought a gallon of primer from Blick ❤
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
Probably a wise decision!
@donnakooyman8748
@donnakooyman8748 6 ай бұрын
Where did you find that huge squeegee? Love it!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
Squeege Press! Jerry McLaughlin and Rebecca Crowells company. They sell all sizes. Perfect for cold wax.
@donnakooyman8748
@donnakooyman8748 6 ай бұрын
So sorry to hear about your broken bone, but it will heal and you’ve already figured out how to work with it so congratulations to you for that and a speedy recovery also. I do have a question for you. I’m considering purchasing a gallon of primer from Home Depot I just don’t think I need to spend big dollarson what they call the Art store primer I’d like your opinion
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
I used Home Depot primer for years and it worked well. The art store gesso is certainly more archival. It really depends on your level of selling. If you are selling your paintings for big bucks the collector deserves the better grade gesso. Otherwise, the hardware store primer will size your canvas and give you a fine surface.
@myteric117
@myteric117 6 ай бұрын
I like your process and your tutorial. Overall, a great video. You might try matching the music volume to speaking volume. I kept having to increase volume when you were speaking and decrease it when the music played. Thanks!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
Thank you. I need to get a mic to improve the sound! Point taken Thanks for watching.
@VickiPanagotacos
@VickiPanagotacos 6 ай бұрын
What a pain! Interesting the first four letters of paint is pain! Appreciate your goal of not letting it stop you. Great to see you in studio. Keep on keepin' on!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
Thank you. It is a healer!
@mustangmare
@mustangmare 6 ай бұрын
When I book my ankle I could not use the knee scooter due to the massive amount of NERVE pain associated with a broken ankle, (there are so many nerves, and such a small space and swelling is a dozie.) One thing I underestimated is how much this affected my same side hip, (from not using the ankle or doing leg movements it is still stiff years later and now I'm working on it.) Oh I am so sorry this happened to you. I also remember that it is such a slow, very slow healing. There is not "feeling better" in just a couple of weeks, it takes practically 12 full weeks to start to have that "feeling better" phase. I wish this phase to come to you quickly and for your swelling to be diminished. HUGS. Now I'm going to watch the rest of this video. YOU can get through this and I wonder what the result of this side track will blossom into!! I am edited: When someone saw me struggling to walk into a store, (definitely feeling the burden and questioning my own sense,) a lady said to me, "OH, I broke my ankle once too, I know, people do not understand what this does to you emotionally." It is SO very true, this particular break, affects our emotions. It looks so innocent, a foot in a cast BUT, the amount of pain and restriction in movement is so truly humbly and a bit emotionally crushing. You are not alone, many of us have hobbled in your casts also. It is hopefully a brief time yet, lean fully into the limited capacity, without guilt or shame... Maybe your spouse needed this opportunity to be the here. Remember also that regarding estrogen versus testosterone...Men will get exhausted from caregiving because it releases Oxytocin, (women love it, men feel like a Mack truck hit them.) I learned from the author of Men are from Mars, women from Venus, on his oxytocin studies... Men get rejuvenated feeling like the true hero they are. So, instead of saying thank you to him, try, "you are my hero!!" "I couldn't have done this without you!" "Thank you" "YOU ARE RIGHT!!! with any suggestion he says that you like!!" Trust this will help him rejuvenate and likely help you too, knowing that you are boosting him in a way that may not hav3 happened before. Typos left.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for sharing your experience. So far the painting isn't too bad. I hope the surgery doesn't make the pain worse. Grateful I can use the knee scooter. Thanks for the advice on boosting my husband!
@mustangmare
@mustangmare 6 ай бұрын
I definitely got excited with the pigments. I'm at 20 minutes in and was thinking about how we spread "diatematious earth" around the horse stalls, and if it would work here with a water misting first the canvas surface first, (we scoop the DE out of the bag with a kitchen serving utensils with holes in it and tap to sprinkle it down. OH gosh, now I want to try! Regarding your doggy loss, it is so difficult, I am sorry this happened.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
The DE sounds like a great idea. I'd love to know the outcome. Thank you for honoring my loss. We actually lost two dogs and a pet rabbit last year. The good news is we got two pups, a Boston Terrier, and a pug. So I'm a new dog, mommy! Bandulu ( the BT) is 16 months, and the Pug is 22 weeks.
@roxanaparkerart
@roxanaparkerart 6 ай бұрын
Thanks Dianne for your inspiration. Loved this! Subscribed!❤
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
So happy you enjoyed it. Love hearing from you ❤️
@margarethogan7440
@margarethogan7440 6 ай бұрын
Thank you for this wonderful demonstration. I am now going to pick up my cold wax and oils!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
So happy to inspire you
@mustangmare
@mustangmare 6 ай бұрын
Oh gosh, I am such a fan of you and grateful for your videos and advice. Thank you for sharing your teachings. Last summer I enjoy creating art for my wellness business and both parents supported and encouraged me. I ended up getting a sander, beeswax, (the beeswax video is how I found you,) and ended up also doing some decoupage work! Granted I am new but, that didn't stop me from putting it up in a local store. Now that I've lost both parents over the winter and am coming up for air, I have opened up my own yoga studio-wellness shop in the Phoenix AZ area and will continue with the art. The studio is in the Arts district and I am super glad about all of this. Both of my parents said in their last months that I needed to "get out there," and now some 7 and 4 months after their passing, I will sign the lease. :) Thank you so very much I AN I studio!! I look forward to creating more, hopefully soon.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
What a moving story.your parents were very wise. My son lives in Goodyear AZ and I visit often. Send me the address of your studio so I can visit!
@mustangmare
@mustangmare 6 ай бұрын
@@ianistudio OHmygosh!! YES, 1325 Grand Ave Phoenix, (the back building is actually 1344 Kinley. I will comment again with a link to the building, on the map page. My studio will be in the old hotel, the back of the Desert Sun Plaza. OH how awesome! I hope to be fully in by June's First Friday. :) Oh my gosh, even my mom watched your videos with and for me to offer help and guidance!! Edit to say: My items have been up in the student store in Tempe at Southwest Institute of Healing arts but, now I am taking it over to the "new" shop!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 6 ай бұрын
Wow...healing arts are awesome. I broke my ankle last night so will be out of comission for 6-8 weeks. We are teaching a workshop in Mancos CO July 18-22. Just a short drive for you. Check it out at www.ianiworkshops.com
@bridiemacdonald9436
@bridiemacdonald9436 7 ай бұрын
I've been looking at this for ever - thanks...love the look of wax.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 7 ай бұрын
Thank you. Hope you give it a try
@chiboneill
@chiboneill 7 ай бұрын
So my first thought in viewing your video is how the hell am I going to get to Santa Barbara/Mancos/et al. Yay Santino.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 7 ай бұрын
Destination workshops are a thing. If you're wondering where to take a vacation it's worth considering.
@chiboneill
@chiboneill 7 ай бұрын
@@ianistudio no question! But it's all in the timing. and in the schlepping. If I could drive there.....but you never know....talk to you soon!
@kevintivenan4059
@kevintivenan4059 7 ай бұрын
Wish I could be there!!
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 7 ай бұрын
Maybe next time then!
@KarinaStaalArt
@KarinaStaalArt 7 ай бұрын
Can you also use gold wax together with acrylic?
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 7 ай бұрын
You can wait until the acrylic dries and go over the acrylic with cold wax. But not the other way around. Oil over water based, not water based over oil
@coraannetoledo-merritt1220
@coraannetoledo-merritt1220 7 ай бұрын
WHERE ARE YOU - WE MISS YOU
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 7 ай бұрын
We'll be in Mancos July 18-21. Please heck out our workshops at www.ianiworkshops.com
@mariakalogerasarch2170
@mariakalogerasarch2170 7 ай бұрын
I realize that this post is a year old but I just had to comment on the outstanding work you did during the Ireland workshop. The works on paper! I could not look at them enough.
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 7 ай бұрын
You can't imagine how happy that makes me. Thank you for your beautiful comment
@mariakalogerasarch2170
@mariakalogerasarch2170 7 ай бұрын
@@ianistudio Thank YOU for sharing your work! M xx PS: I looked into your workshops. Sadly, I still work F/T otherwise I’d sign up for your Zoom meets. Also, located on the East Coast re: live classes.
@ladynsearch-of-art
@ladynsearch-of-art 7 ай бұрын
Thanks so much. So interesting. BTW what is a gal kit?
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 7 ай бұрын
Gamblin Galkyd oil medium
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 7 ай бұрын
Contemporary Oil Painting Medium Galkyd is an alkyd resin painting medium that increases the fluidity of oil colours and speeds their drying time. Thin layers of oil colours are dry in 24 hours. The viscosity of Galkyd is similar to traditional painting mediums made from linseed stand oil. Galkyd levels brush strokes, creates a strong flexible paint film and leaves an enamel like glossy finish. Galkyd is ready to use. Thins with odourless mineral spirits. Painters can add up to 50% by volume odourless mineral spirits to change the viscosity of Galkyd for glazing. Galkyds are excellent glazing mediums. Specifications
@ladynsearch-of-art
@ladynsearch-of-art 7 ай бұрын
Well thanks very much for that thorough explanation 🙂
@ladynsearch-of-art
@ladynsearch-of-art 7 ай бұрын
Do you know if you can use cold wax to seal oil pastels?
@ianistudio
@ianistudio 7 ай бұрын
@@ladynsearch-of-art I have never tried it, but it sounds interesting. Let the oil pastel dry thoroughly first and let me know how it works.