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Hold the pickles! A fine demand for the diner but substitutions and limitations aren't necessarily workable in conservation... or are they. Sometimes the full serving of treatments that a painting may require aren't in play for various reasons; timeline issues, budgetary constraints, or the clients themselves actually like the look of the painting but just want some corrections. For these pieces, when applicable, it's possible to approach the conservation a la carte.
***PLEASE NOTE***
Mike is ok. He took a fall and out of abundance of caution he was in a wheel chair and neck brace. He’s recovering well and will beck to himself shortly. As Cokey put it: “the vagaries of old age!”
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[@Bishop1105]

You mention that the hot table is invaluable in modern conservation. It would be very interesting to watch a video on conservation techniques and tools through the ages! It feels like we get a fairly good understanding of what materials were used since you need to remove them all of the time, but would they face the paintings? Would they try pressure/heat treatments with other methods? These are questions I never thought I'd have - thank you for putting them into my brain. ^^

[@ashleydewing1420]

I second this idea! It would be interesting to see how far conservation and restoration have come to become the delicate process it is today.

[@jefflawrentz1624]

I think this is a wonderful idea as well !!

[@biscuitygudness]

i would LOVE to see something like this!!!!

[@calypso2790]

Oh, I would be interested in such a video as well. Nice idea!

[@JasminKiechle]

Would love that, too!

[@angelique_cs]

I wish there was a conservator for my life. Someone to stabilize me in washi kozo, scrape off the inferior bonds, deep desaturation of any imbedded nonsense and touching up the flaws, so there's no distraction. But I guess today I'll just have to settle for hot shower and some Cheetos

[@amcconnell6730]

You need a hot table in your life.

[@angelique_cs]

@@amcconnell6730 ain't that the truth!

[@tuffymartinez]

HA!!! my thoughts exactly.....TM

[@drfelixgraham]

It's called therapy, yo. :)

[@velvetindigonight]

Alas that’s the stuff of life for us ‘highly sensitive people’ as Keanu Reeves says ‘breathe’…….. Go well

[@Crafter_H]

If you ever make a podcast, "the hot table" is what it should be called

[@velvetindigonight]

:)

[@10HW]

clever you ;)

[@olybinewski8392]

Unexpected Baumgartner is my new favorite everything. Grabs the cat for nearly 30 mins of serenity and ear scratches.

[@amcconnell6730]

Now I need a cat.

[@exosproudmamabear558]

@@amcconnell6730 Damned allergy is the only thing keeping me from having it.

[@oz_jones]

Aww yiss

[@ryanh3635]

Welcome to the club

[@MsNovaris]

I wish I could have a cat 😭😭😭

[@thomasweybrecht]

what i love about this channel is that julian is always mixing up the format - telling the story of the video in a different way each time. it really keeps it even more engaging and interesting than the restoration already is

[@MJCVN]

My 4 year old daughter and I watch "art" videos to wind down for sleep (we both like to paint together so it's our thing). She demands Julian's videos. She says "Mommy, when our paintings get dirty, we HAVE to get him to clean them." She reaches for the stars ✨

[@M.Campbell]

A fresh cup of coffee and a new Baumgartner video. Going to be a good day.

[@JohnDoe-xp4iy]

Hell yeah todays gonna be a good day

[@josefina_c]

hope it was a lovely day!! :)

[@vecrisv]

As a music producer, I can relate with the dog's sense of smell analogy and your skills at matching color. You see color as I hear sound.

[@HansWeberHimself]

As I see cells in a Petrie dish. Mastery. It’s when you put in your 10k hours to learn a skill times x times over. Commitment. Dedication. Zen.

[@velvetindigonight]

And alas you are both talking ‘double Dutch’ to me! Enjoy

[@quinnlatios3627]

It's how I see words as a writer! I always likened it to The Golden Compass, where each symbol (in this case, each word) has a superficial meaning, but also a hundred other subtler meanings influencing its place in an overall message.

[@Reizadora]

I don't know why but the way you phrased it.. It was poetic to me

[@kippcunningham1495]

hi Julian! I hope you are well. My name is Kipp and I'm very chronically ill. I also suffer from severe anxiety. Everyday is a battle for me but your videos have been a huge comfort to get through it. I just wanted to type all this out to say a huge thank you for all that you do and that I think you do really great work. I can't wait to see what more you accomplish!

[@Creature_of_Knight]

Oh man the canvas ended up glued to the stretcher? That doesn't sound like the stretcher would be able to function properly... A beautiful restoration as always!

[@marmotarchivist]

I laughed so hard when the key fell out. Even the stretcher disapproves.😄

[@samanthadean1083]

As a knitter, I love and appreciate the ‘pull the thread’ analogy… You really don’t want to pull that thread, trust me!!!

[@SoCalCaitlin14]

The retouching is so great. The way you could see how the artist was trying to shape the clouds on the seam was amazing. I probably could have looked at that seam forever and not understood what was supposed to be there.

[@LucyLouuuuu]

every video in the last 12 months just makes this feel like an old pbs show. i swear you produce and edit these (ads included) to feel like the afternoon/late night airing of a show after reading rainbow comes on. i absolutely love it.

[@johnopalko5223]

Every time Julian says, "Washi kozo," everyone jumps up and cheers, sort of like when LockPickingLawyer says, "The tool that BosnianBill and I made."

[@bryanpowell3724]

I used to be conflicted as to how to best enjoy these videos - to pounce upon them first thing Monday morning with a fresh cup of hot coffee before the day actually starts, or to wait and savor them Monday evening at leisure with a nice glass of wine. Then it struck me: why not both? You miss so much on just a single viewing...

[@ryanh3635]

Can we all just imagine what a classy affair a Baumgartner fan meet up would be like?

[@sailorarwen6101]

From reading these comments that’s not the word I would use. Civilized might be better

[@i_hoopman624]

Black tie affair please

[@angelique_cs]

@@sailorarwen6101 I promise to not wear yesterday's Cheeto dust 😀

[@kouriec6866]

it would just end up with us competing to see how many tacks we can fit in our mouths

[@jodyshepard9482]

We could bring our staple guns and have a bon fire?

[@lisahamlin9733]

The completely audible gasp of horror I let out when you mentioned that someone had actually decided to glue the canvas to the stretcher was insane. Like I had to throw my hand over my mouth I was so shocked lol. And I was so confused when you just started to wrench the canvas away, I was terrified about what would happen if the bond was good enough in some areas that the canvas actually ripped or something. So the reveal that it actually wasn't the original canvas that had been glued on not only made the previous couple of minutes suddenly make sense, it was the most relieving thing that anyone could have told me in that moment!

[@shanettequao9043]

Washikozo is probably my favourite material that I’ve come to know, watching Julian’s videos. It’s so useful

[@helenfitch3440]

Gossamer is mine..

[@amcconnell6730]

I wonder how much sales have increased, and if there is a little boutique paper maker in Japan wondering what has happened. :)

[@EliotChildress]

If you ever get a chance to go to japan, I suggest going to a place where you can make it. Kind of a weird not very touristy thing but one my favorite things I did in japan. Plus you have some cool papers for a special letter you want to write.

[@dominitrov]

Same, but the cinder blocks are a close second

[@TryinaD]

yup! I add washikozo to everything (used the chinese equivalent of acid free mulberry/rice paper too) it's so darn useful!

[@Martin_TheCollector]

I don't have anything funny or clever to state, I just really enjoy every video that you make. 100%

[@Yvonne_Reeder]

Mr. Baumgartner, I think you need a Wizard's hat because this restoration is pure magic - absolutely amazing! Colour as you've described has always been my heart's happiness so thank you for another episode of pure eye-candy. ❤️👏🏻❤️

[@graemetimoney7002]

Always a joy when Julian pops up, and more so when unexpected.

[@fogbow]

As a framer, I love watching you work. It's amazing what I get asked to do that really falls into the category of restoration. I have the vocabulary to encourage customers to seek expert restoration and conservation thanks to watching your channel. It can be a challenge to convince someone the cost is worth it. Whatever influence I have, I try to use on behalf of the artist, aa well as the customer, so that the future longevity and purity of the piece is paramount. Occasionally I need to be adamant, for the sake of that integrity. Though I wish I had more knowledge, and could do more on behalf of the customer, as well as the artist who is rarely present.

[@chellie2023]

I'm glad to see I'm not the only one who was happy for washi kozo. Amazing work Julian- as always.

[@roiblack8587]

I always smile at myself when Mr Baumgartner goes through all issues at the beginning. Bad retouching (why did they use oil paint?!), the lining (why did they do THAT?), bad adhesive etc. etc... As if i would know how to treat something like this. But still, i shake my head and ask why on earth people didn´t bring their paintings to Baumgartner Restoration. This video is another wonderful half an hour where a piece of art is saved and secured for future generations. Thank you.

[@MikeT]

I like that despite having paid sponsors, the ones you do use have something to do with your content or business and its not some ad for some computer game

[@projekt6_official]

11:08 - "Practice makes proficient" - Can't remember where I'd heard that before, but I feel it may apply here. As usual, PHENOMENAL job, Julian!

[@beawriting]

The production level of this show makes me feel like I am watching PBS and not just a “KZbin channel “. You guys illustrate what amazing content can be found on KZbin.

[@dpmakestuff]

How often do your techniques change? Like, some new dinglehopper comes along, what does it take for you to implement this? Nylon gossimer got me thinking about this. That can't be an ancient technique, but it works.

[@sofialillemetsedman3308]

I LOVE these videos!! I just feel so good knowing there is someone who applies this level of care to these works of art. The calm, the love, the patience. It is insanely comforting. Thank you!

[@TheTaylorwailer]

You’ve made me remember that I have had a pretty little oil painting sitting in my closet for a couple years. I found it in the laundry room of my building one day (where residents put non-trash items for others to take if they want). It’s a 16x20 oil painting of a beautiful autumn scene with a pond and rowboat by one Fred Bradshaw. Makes me wonder if a resident painted it, it’s pretty cool! I also realized that I might own a few too many tiger artworks.. 🤔 maybe I should auction or donate them to make room for more works that reflect my personality.

[@JustLiving18]

Honestly I love watching you create the interleaf lining. 10/10

[@poohsplaylist4913]

I just KNOW every die-hard Baumgartner sub groaned at 7:37 when he started to peel that glued-down canvas.😎

[@davidpaulmosley]

Love the emphasis on practice this episode. I always say “practice makes progress” which, to me, feels much more ideal than any finite ideas of perfection. If I ever made it to my idea of perfection, I’m sure I’d be missing out on a lot of progress that could be made

[@darrelldog5]

Thank You. Always look forward to your videos!. 🤗

[@Excitable67]

Amazing how much brighter the colors were after the removal of the washi kozo! Looks fantastic!

[@sagemint2076]

My favorite art restoration channel

[@kittonsmitton]

I really enjoyed this post as it presented issues only a conservator would encounter, opening a window deeper into the your world of restoration and conservation. Thank you for a new perspective Julian.

[@lauraguglielmo]

possibly one of my favourite restorations, and proof that subtle work is sometimes more striking than radical change

[@Space_Trucker]

This is such a good example of awesome restoration! Working with an imperfect problem project that is split in half and can't be truly fixed to it's original state due to previous work. And like magic, it's new again. I notice the texture in the banner and the beautiful color choices in the scene now. Fantastic work!

[@lekiscool]

Give that painting a hug for me. It needs a hug. A gentle hug.

[@MrSoBitchy]

This seems, to me, pure magic. It amazes me what he can do

[@esme8694]

That dog and cookie analogy actually made sense. I learned so much in such a short video. Amazing job Julian! 👏

[@gaiaonline67vim]

Sometimes I wish we could see the clients reactions to receiving their finished work, but at the same time it adds to the mystique of the entirety of restoration. Julians voice and videos are always my happy place and unwind.

[@eeveesweets]

there's just something about your videos where i'm so involved in what's going on that a 30 minute video feels like an hour, my entire life just slows down as i watch and enjoy

[@justrelaxing1501]

Have you ever had someone ask you to fix the canvas show through? Covering up where the canvas came through from past poor cleaning etc? And yes, your videos are best watched with a nice hot cup of coffee and some nice soft music in the background. 😊

[@panaceiasuberes6464]

I never green-light a purchase by my collection's curator without a restoration plan/budget. It should be part of the whole experience of having an art object.

[@oz_jones]

You have a curator? Look at mr Moneybags over here!

[@Markus__B]

@@oz_jones probably his mum allowing him a pokemon card at the flea market? ^^

[@ReaperAHHH]

send me money rich guy, i work harder than you and im probably smarter too

[@CookiesNCreamMLBB]

Yes sir!

[@sergpie]

Who tabulates the budget? Said curator or yourself?

[@caroltanzi29]

Mr Baumgartner: this is amazing. Beautiful restoration work. Carol from California

[@geniestotz2240]

Thank You for your time. I do so enjoy watching the transition from damage to repaired. However watching a cleaning is my favorite part.

[@KainYusanagi]

Okay, anyone else find it hilarious that he's using *lapinite* to remove *rabbit-skin glue*? XD

[@Siansonea]

It's *laponite,* but I, for one, appreciate the multilingual pun regardless. I really want to get my hands on some laponite clay, I feel like I could use it in my own craft work for various tasks where having moisture sit in suspension in a concentrated area for a prolonged period would be useful.

[@gidgetnuke107]

I always watch these videos while doing housework. So pleased I have a new one to watch (it keeps me on track with what im doing!)

[@velvetindigonight]

Lordy I cannot imagine that. I listen to be lulled to sleep! Enjoy

[@Brotherline]

gotta love how the intro literally looked like a villain monologue at the start of a movie

[@jerrydeansiddenjr2233]

This “seams” to be one of my favorite videos so far.

[@TheFutzgen]

I know its not but "bonefolder" sounds incredibly badass

[@cristinadallesantro9332]

What the heck is it? What is it made from? Have we seen this tool used before? I think not!!

[@violingineer7862]

After watching so many videos, I love how well I can follow along to the steps of restoration.

[@Nichies]

Remember watching your videos in class freshman year and some kid said he watched 2, was back when you had only a few thousand subs, crazy to say but I think I saw a comment from his name a few videos ago. Glad to see we’re all still here

[@Pstanich]

I love that you give us an introduction to what you have planned for the restoration

[@zalzalahbuttsaab]

Yay! Another Baumgartner restoration!!!

[@josefina_c]

i almost can't believe how good and untraceable that seam ended up!!! truly seamless

[@shanettequao9043]

Love these restoration and conservation videos

[@peterleonard49]

i just wanted to say that your videos have been a really great part of my life. lifes been pretty rough and your work lifts my spirit. you actually motivated me to start making art and thats been really good. thanks!

[@sobertillnoon]

The annoyance on his face when that key fell out. So relatable.

[@josefina_c]

what a beautiful restoration!!!! lovely work julian thank you for letting us witness it

[@jessicanielsen7831]

Have you ever desired to perform a restoration so much that you had to do it, even thought the customer didn't have the funds? Not that I am proposing that situation. It is just that there are times that your passion for your art is so profound.

[@MrWolfSnack]

I'm sure he buys art from thrift stores and such to save and test methods on

[@cindykincade589]

@@MrWolfSnack you know I'd love to see him do that with a flea market find! I think that would be a great video!

[@Aztherion]

Incredible work as always! As a musician, I can fully relate to your Dog Smells a Cookie-analogy and the comparison you make with how a conservator sees and understands colors. That’s definitely an explanation that’ll come in handy the next time I’m asked how I can “pick apart” a song as I hear it. Looking forward your next video! Cheers!

[@jackiebrand3352]

wow! Thank you as always for taking me out of my world into yours, even if it was just for 30 minutes. Great job.

[@That9one1Guy]

10:55 that as he talks about his pace and speeding up, the video speeding up more and more and more is such a subtle but genius comedy touch

[@FilthyWhiteTrash]

Mr Baumgartner, it's always so relaxing to see you working on all of those paintings. I just wanna thank you for your video's. Thanks! 🙂

[@djolo5140]

This one turned out incredible, amazing job

[@unavoidablycanadian397]

You are so incredibly talented after decades of work. Its to great to watch you work.

[@smartguy2132]

I was having a rough day until I saw there was a new Baumgartner video up. I needed some conservation in my life today.

[@jouliesoulie]

The word "washi cozo" is oddly satisfying to hear

[@lesleyyoung5730]

I love how you always find new and interesting dilemmas to showcase.

[@LB-px9td]

You are so talented! I can’t believe how the seam was vanishing before my eyes. You are a master at your craft.

[@tavel86]

I legit can watch this all night. Thank you for explaining the steps!!

[@redraven4177]

Love your videos. Learning something new every time. Love the fact that you put so much respect and care for the artist work. You read in the paint and their methods that what they were trying to achieve. Thank you. Bright Blessings to you and yours.

[@emmabroughton2039]

Lovely restoration, as ever. Thank you Julian. x

[@Rainbopagn]

I wonder if washikozo and fish gelatin can hold my mental state together through finals….

[@tuffymartinez]

NO...& that's final !!!!!....tm

[@mariobustamante6709]

Una de las restauraciones que me han impactado más. Bravo!!! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@wundyboy]

Great to watch your restauration videos, great job you are doing!

[@MardieMar]

Great video as always! And I learned something from this video too to use in my hobby. I recently started sewing bags which use large pieces of stiff interfacing, which easily shift around. Ironing down the corners first is such a good tip!

[@-Kailinn-]

What you did here is masterful, an incredible expression of your experience.

[@danielletrupiano-rodriguez2295]

Thank you for the Mike update from the last video. Glad he'll be okay.

[@lauraw3117]

I see myself in these ladies. Thank you for your restoration.

[@AnyOther-Name]

Guess I’m calling in late to work

[@TheGamer-ux2lr]

You never fail to surprise and delight with your talents. Thanks for sharing.

[@panaceiasuberes6464]

I jump around the timeline before watching the video and when there's washi kozo, that's a superb one.

[@Dragon-ef3ji]

I love your restorations

[@marygregory4871]

This is a beautiful picture and you have done a wonderful job on it. you are the best ever may God bless you always !!!!!

[@rayreineu]

Beautiful transformation 💓

[@Bishop1105]

Love the sped up scraping! Looks so satisfying. ^^

[@johnmv9098]

I love every single video which is I repeat to watch, even classic music and incredible voice , which is helping fall to sleep, well done !

[@emk7132]

Such skill. A true joy to watch!

[@LisaDoe]

Love your videos, perfectionism, processes. A joy to watch :)

[@kyriekwsta770]

even though i know exactly what you're doing while I'm watching, i love that you take the time to say it again every time.

[@hollygolightly8048]

Brilliant job of collaboration with the owner and yourself. Results were just perfect. 👏 👏

[@lindawitherspoon446]

My goodness. Your retouching skills are amazing. You did a beautiful job. I love your videos.

[@staceyholland9864]

I love watching your videos. I have learned so much listening to you. It's so satisfying watching you bring these pieces of art back to life. Besides that, seeing the lovely eye candy in the background is nice, too. I love seeing the Pollock in the back!

[@murraykriner9425]

Truly insightful look into the broad amounts of variances that fall to the conservatory practices in the modern ages. Know that coatings and paint industry in the last hundred years have made synthetic resin materials readily available, while the art of conservation has made them more ductile to it's proposed uses. A masterful handling of a seemingly distressing issue of patch working supports together as this work shows quite clearly. Thank you. Lovely.

[@MysteryTako]

Julian doing retouching: “I know this seems simple, but…” Me, not a painter and completely and totally unaware of how conservation is effected on paintings as of a month and a half ago when I found this channel and started bingeing: Nothing that you do, sir, or have done thus far, seems the least bit “simple.”

[@johnny_eth]

Man, that work on the seam.... 100% perfect !