I know what you mean. I've been getting annoyed that my art never seems to go anywhere 'new' or 'better' but I just keep drawing anyway? And art is versatile and I like having fun with it too

great!

Btw mixing up two metaphors together is called a malaphor and I just thought you’d like to know that e.g. e will burn that bridge when we come to it

huh..?

i was poking a 'pseudoscorpion' (a little harmless bug) and it went and hide itself behind its big arms and after a few seconds it looked around to see if it was safe and its in moments like that when i look at tiny bugs doing "human" stuff i also try to imagine how they see the world. like a fruitfly trying to get water out of its wings after i saved it from a glass of water or a hungry house fly that just want one last bite before i can make it fly away, its kinda cute x3. im thinking they are smart for their size but they cant see that far or are just blind and so they live in their own world ig.

hell yeah

DEEP SEA CREATURES NEXT PLS🙏🙏🙏

@ 10:09 it looks like a mech figure with wings. Really cool stuff.

Lead hasn't been used in pencils since like Roman times, yet it has been a synonym for whatever material has been used for so long, that it is really a quite venerable and respectable term for it.

"i forgot to say that" HAHAHAH

If it gives you pleasure, why not? And if you've spent that much on pens before, why would it seem odd to you to spend that on a pencil?

Oh Peter it’s so nice to see you are who you are.

What is the barrel made of? Resin, metal? Also, what nib style have you found most versatile?

Love the scribbles to get new ideas

*10 Speed Doodles and a Fuzzy Caterpillar: A Journey into Art and Existential Questions* * *0:02** Unboxing Mishap:* Peter introduces a large, wooden mechanical pencil but reveals he accidentally didn't record the unboxing. He encourages viewers to imagine the unboxing experience. [From Comments] Some viewers found this amusing and appreciated the opportunity to imagine the unboxing. * *0:54** Pencil Features:* The pencil boasts a substantial wooden body, a thick 2mm lead, and a large eraser. Peter expresses a preference for softer lead for richer lines. * *3:52** Drawing Philosophy:* Peter explains his approach to the 10 quick drawings, focusing on instinctual lines and letting his hand move faster than his conscious thought. He believes this helps him discover new ideas and progress more quickly. * *9:14** The Fuzzy Caterpillar Conundrum:* Peter recounts his experience of swerving to avoid a fuzzy caterpillar crossing the road. This sparks a philosophical discussion about the caterpillar's awareness and decision-making process. [From Comments] Some viewers humorously suggested the caterpillar met a less fortunate fate. * *11:25** Why Did the Chicken Cross the Road?:* Peter links his caterpillar observation to the classic "chicken crossing the road" joke, pondering its potential origins as a genuine philosophical question about animal motivation. * *13:12** Existential Questions:* Peter expands his contemplation to consider whether higher beings might be observing humanity with similar questions about our awareness and choices, drawing parallels to his observation of the caterpillar. [From Comments] Viewers joined in on the existential discussion, questioning pre-programmed behavior in nature. * *14:14** The Value of Scribbling:* Peter emphasizes the importance of enjoying the process of creation and not being overly critical of quick, less polished work. He finds value in these “scribbles” for generating new ideas and finding joy in the act of drawing. [From Comments] Viewers agreed with this sentiment, emphasizing the importance of enjoying the process. I used gemini-1.5-pro-exp-0801 to summarize the transcript. Cost (if I didn't use the free tier): $0.08 Input tokens: 20698 Output tokens: 493

Enjoying the process is the most important part

When life gives you a woody!

Great chat! Love hanging out with you during my breaks at work. Hope you're doing well! ❤

I think the unrecorded unboxing works really well when we're free to imagine the visuals.

The way we humans act here on this blue marble we could get run over by something any time.

These doodles are talking to me. It's in doodle language, but I think they're saying "don't be afraid, go ahead!" Now, given that somewhere in that big wide infinite (or not) mysterious flabbergasting beautiful universe, among other happenings, parades are being rained on. So let me say that for me the big question is "Why didn't Peter stop right there and then to carry the fuzzy caterpillar to the other side of the road (or to whatever caterpillar-adequate environment)? I do that with slugs stranded in the middle of a dry, dead desert of asphalt, and it makes me feel good...

Anyone here in 2024

Nice work🎉 Amazing artist

What a great unboxing i just imagined. Keep it up Peter.

Repping that Andrew Bird merch! I thought I saw you at NCMA! That was a great show. Did you notice the moon rising toward the end of the show? It was quite a magical evening. Also, I don't think you have to worry too much about going too deep with this crowd; we are here for it!!

Peter, I have lived in Italy for 16 years, and you visited the perfect place for an artist from abroad. Your comments were spot on, about the people hanging out at night, and you captured the life and surroundings of the real Italy. When we studied history in World History class in high school, it was difficult to connect with the reality. Now you have seen it and you will be enticed to learn more. And there is so much more. I am glad you visited Ravenna as the mosaics there are beautiful, and the reason Ravena was important at the time explains it. You sure got around, Siena, in history, was also important. One month, you saw a lot. Come back for more. Venezia, and the Giotto paintings in Scrovigni Chapel in Padova, then go into the volcanic hills in Arqua to visit the small village of Petrarc, where wine is awesome. Rent a car and take it all in. Ciao!

I am quite sure we are crossing roads that we don’t understand. I specially liked this one ❤

now do 10 drawing speeds

That time I absolutely HAD to have a full brass 2mil and wasn't gonna pay a billion squid to some kickstarter, I used this pencil's guts, a brass tube and an Ebay pencil kit. They're called OHTO Sharp Pencil 2.0 APS-680E and cost about 8 bucks in my country. If ever there was a pencil that channels the user, I'd say it was the 2mm. <3u2mm

Very epic channeling of the open Universe. Igniting these beautiful creations. Always inspiring🌟

🌱🐛🌿

Piteru nije loše 👍

This artwork is amazing 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 10:03

The fuzzy caterpillar was sucked into the metal maw of your undercarriage by the passing wake of your unconscious death machine, and ground into less than nothing under the rubber heel. It happened quickly at least.

Bros either insane,on a whole different emotional plane than us,or hes just high

I wonder if the ozone is negatively effected by headaches?

it wouldn't be a peter draws video without a smell test! lol

Have you considered doing anymore podcasts? I listen to them every night to fall asleep and miss hearing new ones!

I loved today's thoughts while drawing! Thank you Peter! I find it really nice to get out of my own head when I watch your videos, I feel refreshed and grateful that you share your work and thoughts with us 😊

BIG

hey peter, unfortunately there's no (at least, intended) philosophical message with the "why did the chicken cross the road" joke. It's just a colloquial reminder of white supremacy in our culture. Specifically that joke and other similar ones were written and performed by white people in racist blackface minstrel shows in the mid 1800s throughout the U.S.. It is nice to wonder questions about how chickens and furry caterpillars think and process their world, especially since the dehumanization of people comes directly from dehumanizing animals and non-human persons or places. Also I think you'd be inspired by some afrofuturist images, so I'd recommend checking out Nick Cave or Mshindo Kuumba

Lmao ily bro you’re such a character

I loved that unboxing vid. The energy I got from it was *chef’s kiss*

I need this chonky pencil. Holy. And maybe some 3B lead

I never comment on You tube but i do enjoy your drawings & musings.. also I love b&w ink drawings for decades and have taken drawing back up ..thanks for the inspiration.

for Pete's sake buy a 4k camera

No peter!!!! We want an unboxing!!!! Redo it!!!!!

ooo that looks like it would work well for drafting *lead*

Thanks for the drawings Peter, I especially liked the 7th one. I always enjoy watching your videos.

Good luck using the eraser after pushing on it 100 times with your thumb.