A Week In An Artist's Life- Sketching, Painting, Making Ink Wash Pens, Art Studio Vlog

[@sueallen1945]

I loved Paintober last year. I don’t work in ink. I’d love to be able to use any medium

[@018Cat]

Yes to the sketching, please! It helps to see it from the start. Also, I have heard so many people swear by the Black Carbon ink and I don’t get it either. I have found the DeAtramentis Black Document Ink to be the most waterproof. Any ink in their line that says “Document,” is archival and waterproof. Thanks for the wonderful video.

[@stroodledoodles]

I personally really like seeing the sketching stage, I find it helpful seeing how other artists break down forms + build shapes :)

[@dhowell9000]

That’s a great way to explain it! I never thought of it that way!

[@stroodledoodles]

@@dhowell9000 Glad to help!

[@hannahcrumley3103]

I love your sketches- always show them please!🥰 I’m praying for your health issues Amy!

[@jlm517rocks]

Girl friend, yr a multi- media maven, no mishmash here... always a treat, like a box of chocolates, variety is a gift, art is its own spread, & like a couple of other artists, your buffet helps me override overwhelm every time.

[@tammylong111]

I vote for an existing challenge like Inktober. Whatever it is, make it easy on yourself!

[@KathyOH-g3i]

Yes, I like the mishmash video. Being a word I use, it covers a lot of subjects in one lump.👍😊 Also listen to things over and over again, it’s like comfort food when you need it. The sketch work before paint is helpful, shows technique, plus it’s fun to watch. Appreciate the time you put into these videos.👍👍🎨🖌️👩‍🎨✨

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Thank you so much for the kind words! I appreciate it and am so glad you enjoy my videos! And also thank you for recognizing the amount of work KZbin takes! It's a huge amount to do this longer videos. Thanks for taking the time to watch!

[@Jessepaul-s4g]

I’m so jealous of your travels! Looks wonderful!

[@yarndancer1]

Yes definitely like seeing the sketch. It helps to see the whole process. Thank you

[@andreajlmoore]

Thanks for the nature footage. It’s so lovely seeing nature sights. Yes, thanks for including the sketching part…I find that very helpful! I hope your medical issues/tests turn out to be less than what you think and that you will feel better soon.

[@Nathalie_MR]

Hi Amy! I love owls 🦉and seeing your sketch and bringing it to life was fun and very nice with the music. The flamingo 🦩 is awesome! Thanks and wishing you a great day!

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Thank you! You too!

[@AngellSanvii]

Love the sketches! For the October, I'll participate in whatever you will host. Just don't burn yourself out.

[@jeanetteanderson3912]

Another fabulous video ❤️❤️❤️🇨🇦

[@blessayo.blessing]

Thanks for posting this video. I like seeing the sketches. I like your owl sketch because i am a sucker for pen and ink drawings. I also saw your video about you having a rough youtube week. I discovered your channel last year and i just want to say that your channel makes me happy. I dont create realistic art, im more loose and free. But i admire artists who do create realism. I hope you're having a better youtube week. 🥰

[@winterwoodsstudio]

I am so glad you like my channel. It means a lot to me! It's comments like that that keep me going! Thank you for watching!

[@reneecailloux2573]

Please, keep showing the sketching. I fell in love with that fox. Beautiful

[@melissaaldosari8024]

I really enjoy your nature scenery intros! So beautiful and relaxing!

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Thank you very much!

[@NessaWolfeMuller]

I like watching the sketching 😊

[@btwilks]

Like most other commenters, I like to see the beginning sketch as well as the rest of the creative process. It's unlikely I'll be doing much 'inktoberish' stuff as the wife, our little doggy and I have been dealing with medical stuff all this year and (except for the four-legged patient, who has turned out to be in much better health than either of the two-legged patients!) they aren't fully resolved yet. However, I think it would be a great idea to open up any challenge to all mediums, as I know some people hate ink but love watercolour, coloured pencils, pastels etc - and having an open challenge could mean there was something to interest everybody. Success with 'waterproof' inks seems to vary from person to person (and paper to paper as well); I use Noodlers Bulletproof and sometimes it dries perfectly but at other times it takes forever. Of course here in Florida the humidity in summer is like painting underwater - everything takes forever to dry, whereas in winter drying time for paint and ink is much shorter. Thanks for the video - hope your recent health issue turns out to be nothing serious - take care and kind regards, Brian.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Oh no! I am so sorry to hear how hard it's been for you, your wife, and your little dog-go. I really really hope you all get through it soon and have lots of beautiful days ahead! And here's hoping next year is a better year!

[@lindajohns726]

Yes it helps to watch you sketch. Thanks❤

[@snowpony001]

Thanks Amy for an interesting and enjoyable video. Can’t wait to see your new pens.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@cmf1267]

I like the sketching! would love to see more!

[@rachelmarks796]

Beautiful!!! Praying for you, hon 🙏🏼

[@curvycrafter588]

Inktober sounds perfect for me , U list the prompts to get us going is so ideal as my brain goes to mush alot and I struggle to get creative . Ps love Ur channel ❤

[@winterwoodsstudio]

The actual list of inktober prompts came out to the email subscribers (including me) late last week an di really really didn't like this years prompts. I decided to put together a prompt list and I love it! I'm super excited!

[@macgurrl]

I love the effects of line and wash, it is my favourite art mediums, it is so drama. Love your illustration.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Isn't line and wash gorgeous???? Thank you for watching!

[@MichelleCruz-qh2fl]

Liked the sketching for sure. So good to see your enthusiasm for your process and you enjoying doing your thing. Beautiful work!

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@ruthwinnifred329]

Thanks Amy! you do such lovely work, I need to start my art again. You are an inspiration!

[@winterwoodsstudio]

You can do it! Art brings me so much joy. I hope it does to you too!

[@ralphherrick596]

When I use carbon ink I let dry overnight on purpose. Have both and have had no issues!!!

[@victoriatexasgal8130]

Hi Amy! Thoroughly enjoyed your travel pics... beautiful country. Inktober: make it easy on yourself, nothing wrong with using their prompts. ❤Love your little full body fox, so cute and story book worthy!! Ink testing was EXTREMELY helpful. I keep some cheap pipettes around for filling pens, etc. Pride & Prejudice 😍 AND Sense and Sensibility 🤩 Awesome stories! Thank you for sharing.👍

[@RebaYoung-e5d]

Loved this Amy. Thanks for sharing your talents and your opinions on the supplies.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

You are so welcome! I'm so glad you enjoyed the video!

[@carrollwilson5169]

Love the mish mash videos. You chose lots of great music to go with the video.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Glad you like them! And the music!Thanks for watching and commenting! I appreciate it!

[@Liz-sy7iu]

Relaxing video. The music was very calming. Thank you.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Glad you enjoyed it!Thanks for watching and commenting! I appreciate it!

[@ChantelleArts]

what a wonderful video, I love it 😊😊

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Thank you so much!

[@dhowell9000]

Love to do the prompts together! Your perfect no matter what you do, we are our own worst enemies, someone once told me it’s none of our business what people think about us, truth is? If they get smart with you, most likely they are jealous of you, or they wouldn’t bother to say anything at all…….so don’t be afraid of disappointing your crowd, the ones that really enjoy your art? We will keep coming back for more because we LOVE what you do…….you got this! And I am sending prayers for your health, keeping you in my thoughts!

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Thank you so much for your support and encouragement! I really appreciate it! And thank you so much for taking the time to watch and leave a comment!

[@onlybeingchris]

I also really like the sketching stage, it is really awesome to watch. I am always sending you good vibes as well! While I watch your videos, I am painting myself, it's always a good time! Thanks for creating a creative space for us.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

That sounds lively! I am so glad you enjoy my channel! Thanks for watching and commenting! I appreciate it!

[@ginabadeaux9319]

it is so good to see you ,i love you sharing nature with us,love you Amy

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Thank you so much!

[@newdel64]

Nice and interesting video Amy like always, thanks for sharing your art with us ❤

[@winterwoodsstudio]

My pleasure 😊

[@tessarotmify]

I like the sketching.

[@fruitafresca]

Platinum Carbon black is the best - but fountain pen ink does take longer to dry than regular pens, I think you'll like it just need to get in the habit of waiting longer. Also cuz you live in more humid location it also takes longer to dry than more arid climates. Can't wait to see what you do with all ink.

[@sunnycharacter]

I agree, love my carbon black and it’s humid here so I give it no less than 30 minutes and go work on something else. In fact, I’ll do a bunch of sketches and watercolor paint them days later. Or, sometimes I’ll put down watercolor, let dry and sketch on top.

[@Susancshell]

Hi Amy. Another great video. Glad to see you and your family are out enjoying what is left of summer. 😊 I purchased the noodlers black ink a few months ago at an art supply shop and luckily the clerk warned me about how full they make the bottles. I've had pretty good luck with it. I have been wanting to order the carbon black everyone raves about but maybe i will wait. Lol. I hope everything goes well with your MRI. Take good care!😊

[@marilynshomestead9705]

Hi Amy, beautiful painting!!! Thanks for the Kuretaki Gansai Tambi review. I got some and they came in yesterday and I can't wait to try them!!!

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Have fun!

[@theresa1955ful]

What a lovely video! You are one very gifted young lady.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Thank you so much! You are so kind!

[@hansendesigns]

Winter Woods Tres Dias Challenge. Each of your 10 prompts get 3 days to complete.

[@laurapaskavitz2689]

Hey Amy! Just started watching today's vlog. Good to see you today! Have a lovely weekend! ✨️

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Thank you! You too!

[@discohandgliding]

As a Midwesterner, I loved the beginning of this vid🩷 Also thank you for testing waterproof ink, it’s my goal to do a wash & ink w/o too many smudges

[@lesliescudiere9578]

Hi Amy. I love how you created the shelves with bricks and boards! Also enjoyed the line and wash tutorial!❤

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Glad you liked it!!

[@patriciamoar8440]

This is first time ive come across your show. Best of luck with your personal struggle. Im a fan 9f line and wash but im eager to follow whatever you choose. Best of luck!

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Welcome aboard! I hope you love it here! And Thanks for watching and commenting! I appreciate it!

[@eleanortaylor4389]

Very nice video! I really like how you test the inks to show if they are waterproof or not!

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Thank you! Cheers! Thanks for watching and commenting! I appreciate it!

[@sherhardgrave3664]

Great video love to see the sketching and the ink was wonderful to watch as well. Funny I’m on Vacation in Ontario and my daughters and I are in Niagara Falls and also around Lake Ontario but up on the Canadian side so pretty. I’ve been taking lots of reference photos as well. I take photos with the idea of potentially painting at some point. Thank you for all the work you do I really appreciate it. 😊👩🏻‍🎨

[@winterwoodsstudio]

I hope you had a wonderful time on your trip! I've been in that area before and I bet you got some gorgeous references! Thanks for watching and commenting! I appreciate it!

[@sherhardgrave3664]

@@winterwoodsstudio you are very welcome 😊👩🏻‍🎨

[@JinnyCJ]

I’m the same with aqua pens, wrong way every time! Even when I’m telling myself “other way”, habit takes over 😂 Love the flamingo, looking forward to that one.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Exactly!! Glad I'm not the only one!

[@susanellis7780]

Nice scenery❤😊

[@andreaharutunian3838]

Another Great video...🎉🎉🎉 AND Gouache is opaque and dries matt/// Tempera is more translucent and has a more glossy finish ...

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Rhank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the video! And also, that is an excellent point!

[@laurapaskavitz2689]

I'd like to use whatever materials we have for October.

[@lindajohns726]

The differences between gouache and tempera are the binders. Arabic gum for gouache, egg yolk for tempera. Poster paint that I used in school has casein. They are very similar, but definitely not the same.

[@eldridschafer7155]

Interesting stuff today.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Glad you think so!

[@TracieWho]

It's so nice to see that you've kicked that art block to the curb! As for the October challenge, just whatever it is that you want to do. You didn't list Creator's Choice in the poll. lol Oh, I have both those inks and have found them to be disappointing. I think with the Carbon black tho, it comes down to the paper. I've used it on unsized paper and it smeared after an hour. However, when I used it on Fluid HP 100% cotton, it didn't smear at the 5 minute mark, but it will smear if wet as soon as it dries. That being said, you might not even notice a smear depending on the color and transparency of the paint you are using. Funny thing is that I also have the Platinum sepia pigment ink that doesnt smear at all (once it dries) on both unsized sketch paper and 100% cotton. I was most disappointed in the Noodlers ink tho. I ended up using the bottle when I was doing some gouache / ink resist paintings and it worked very well on that. On to gouache . Some believe that all gouache is tempura, and I am not sure where that belief stemmed from. Scott Christian Sava is one who does. I don't know if you have watched his channel (he is incredibly awesome btw) and his background is in animation (including making his own movie Animal Crackers). I think there is a likelihood that he worked with some old Disney illustrators at some point who likely used gouache and it very well may have been all tempura back in the day. There is still some tempura gouache out there. I wish I could remember whose rep it was a while back that confirmed that their gouache was not tempura but it was either DS or WN I think. Oh and speaking of gouache, thanks for updating on how you liked the Caran d'ache. I've had my eyes on that for sometime but nobody has really talked about them after using them for a bit. They are now officially on my "Break the No-Buy" list. lol

[@winterwoodsstudio]

I had another subscriber make the very good point that tempura and egg based paints dry shiny, whereas gouache dries velvety and matte which I hadn't thought of but they are right! So that was interesting! And I love Scott! I've watched him for years on Instagram! I didn't know he felt that way about gouache. That too was interesting! Thanks for watching!

[@Julie-vy3oz]

I have had the same Moleskine for ages and am finally using it. I agree; I wouldn’t buy another, especially at the price they charge, but it works OK for gouache and acrylic. I also finally bought the Art Nuevo set for myself for a birthday gift. I like it but am not sure it adds significantly to what I already own. Love the fox!

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Totally agree! It's not that great... I really thought it was going to be a better sketchbook!

[@irenearty]

Thanks again for sharing your artistic life! ❤ I will still be watching you even if you don’t do a challenge this year. Perhaps taking time to look after yourself is more important. Just a suggestion, as I tend to be messy while creating, I keep baby wipes near by to clean messy hands, give it a try…

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Great idea with the baby wipes! I'm definitely going to try it! I decided I am going to do a challenge and the list is all put together! I'm really excited!

[@patriciamoar8440]

Im a big fan of Carbon Black and i use Lamy pen and Sailor Fude pen

[@kaitlynnelson2601]

I would love to diamond paint that little wonderful fox. I wish you would consider dedicating a painting just for a diamond painting. Love your channel.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Maybe one day! You never know!

[@kaitlynnelson2601]

@@winterwoodsstudio Thank you. I am praying for you to get well.

[@tessarotmify]

I love foutainpens and don't mind the inky fingers!

[@rlapi21]

Hi, I fill my fountain pens differently - I put the converter in its place in the pen and put the nib (and a bit of the section of the pen) in the ink to fill. I find this is less messy for me (the section and nib are quite easy to wipe) and in this method the nib writes immediately. And, I like seeing the sketching.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Do you feel like this causes the pen to start leaking over time though? I used to do it that way and was getting a lot of leaks where the nib met the body of the pen... Thanks for watching and commenting! I appreciate it!

[@susiemejia7917]

Man the art block is gone. Like the sketching. Do you use a reference photo for your animal,or do they come from your imagination. I guess after drawing many foxes and owls you could create them on your own. Live your videos. We need to get you to ten thousand viewers. You’re so authentic and our world needs more of that.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

If I'm drawing something that I want to be really realistic I will use a reference (or several) if it's an illustration or a looser piece, sometimes I do and sometimes I don't but ypu are exactly right. Ypu need to draw a whole lot of something with a reference before you are able to draw one without. Hope that helps!

[@EleanorBlount]

I would like to see you work with metallics, either paint or pencil. I could use a challenge/prompt for that. This video and its music did a lot for my spirit today, and not just regarding art work! Eleanor aka EleanorNeedlewoman 💋

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Great suggestion!

[@tracysmith9393]

I feel sketching is part of the process. I havent worked with ink its a new medium for me to try and get the hang off. I like the idea of filling water brushes up with ink so i purchased cheap water brushes for that purpose last week. Ive heard moleskin isnt the greatest for wet medium. I dont mind what you decide for october. What evers easier for you as its my first time participating. Oh pride and prejudice is my favourite book and movie. I really like the bbc adaption with colin firth. X

[@winterwoodsstudio]

I have been trying to find somewhere to buy or rent the digital BBC version and I can't find it anywhere! I might have to break down and buy the dvd...

[@tracysmith9393]

@@winterwoodsstudio i would just buy dvd theres a 25th anniversary edition out at moment. I used to have it on dvd then recorded it when came on sky over christmas one year and lives rent free to be watched when ever i like . I love persuasion and sense and sensability and jane eyre bbc adaptions too. Theyre my favourite adaptions.

[@loveandlife4222]

The only Noodler’s Ink that I have that is totally waterproof is Lexington Grey. It’s a beautiful color but is lighter in color than black. I like it better than black but it’s style preference. No other Noodler’s Is waterproof for me even if it says bullet proof. I buy DeAtramentis Document Ink. Every bottle I have bought is totally waterproof. But you have to make sure that you get document. For the sketching, my vote is to leave it in. I love to see it all. Thanks for the art chat!

[@winterwoodsstudio]

I've been trying to get my hands on the DdAtramentis Urban grey for a while but it's been sold out forever! I haven't tried any of their inks yet. Hopefully soon!

[@loveandlife4222]

@@winterwoodsstudio Check goulet pens. I think they have it!

[@gertietheduck]

Hey 😊 Italian/French/English fluent speaker here - "tempera" is the name for gouache in Italian, so that commenter may have been confused by that (maybe they are Italian?). In Italian gouache is "tempera", and the paint containing egg (which is called "tempera" in English) is called *egg* tempera in Italian ("tempera all'uovo"). English speakers have taken the French name for the non-egg-based paint, which is "gouache" in French, and use it to refer to what Italians still call (non-egg) "tempera". But the correct name in *English* is indeed gouache! So in a way, you are both correct (but in English you are the one who is in the right!)

[@gertietheduck]

when you said that someone left a comment (and before you explained the tempera thing) my first thought, as someone who grew up in French-speaking countries, was that they were going to be telling you off for your pronunciation and for a split second I was confused because you actually pronounce "gouache" pretty well for an English speaker (unlike 90% of KZbinrs)! I was outraged on your behalf, ahahaha

[@winterwoodsstudio]

That's fascinating! Thank you for sharing! I will give him the benefit of the doubt and imagine in my mind that was exactly the case for him! 😀

[@LisbethDavies]

I also have an A4 Moleskine watercolour book that I've had for years because it was so expensive (even though I got it second hand!) *and* I need a new bottle of ink (second hand Sailor Fude and Lamy Safaris to fill) so will be watching with huge interest :-)

[@winterwoodsstudio]

That's awesome! Hope you have fun with your pens!

[@rubypinnix50]

Yes I love the sketching I'm new to your channel I just started watching recently and I really enjoy art but I can't draw very well I try if I could ask? Did you go to school to be an artist or are you self-taught you're very good it doesn't matter I just would like to take some classes anyway I really enjoy your work. Thanks

[@sueallen1945]

I wonder if a heat gun would help speed up the drying time of the ink. Of course, for plein air that wouldn’t be helpful

[@noonghazi]

Lovely video ❤ Loved the water brushes! I did the same but with watercolors.. I used it with Mars Black and Serpentine Genuine and it’s so beautiful please give it a try..

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Oooh! That sounds like a great idea! I will have to try it! Thanks for watching!

[@rachelhambone1159]

No way!! I use Carbon Ink ALL the time... no issues... are you sure it's the "PLATINUM" Carbon Ink???

[@suspage]

Please do what is less stressful for you. Take care of yourself, and your followers will adapt.

[@sunnycharacter]

Pretty much pilot converters will make a nun swear! Lol

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Oh good! It wasn't just me thrn!😅

[@sunnycharacter]

@@winterwoodsstudio 🤣🫣🙂‍↔️

[@an_eg_creation]

I think paper has a lot to do with the properties of the ink. I only paint on 100%cotton paper and the platinum carbon ink is waterproof for me whereas the noodlers is not.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

The red sketchbook I was using wax 100% cotton.... I think giving it 20 minutes to dry helped but that won't do me much good if I'm outside and plien air sketching.... I will have to figure something out!

[@elizabethlynch6544]

Take your time and get rest and have self care days

[@MegadoseTheOutsiderArtist]

In the beginning of your video, you said something about painting for your illustration class... do YOU have a class YOU teach?? 🙏

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Not yet! It's one of the things I've wanted to do for a long time but haven't been able to because of too many commitments. Hopefully soon!

[@suzannehulton2571]

Ink tower works gor me

[@MB-hc9tk]

I use India ink for permanent black ink , would it be too black for your desired colour? I don’t often switch up my ink when I know that one works so I wouldn’t have a clue on others x

[@winterwoodsstudio]

I always use india ink with my dip pens but it's not safe for fountain pens. It ruins them unfortunately. Still on the hunt for a good fountain pen safe inm!

[@MB-hc9tk]

@@winterwoodsstudio I’m so glad you wrote back and told me this as I could have possibly ruined some of my fountain pens experimenting!! 😂 If I come across anyone recommending a permanent fountain pen ink in my KZbin adventures , I’ll let you know ❤️

[@MB-hc9tk]

@@winterwoodsstudio ok I thought I’d pop back in here because I just watched ohn mar wins most recent video and in it she used a fountain pen with black ink , she used the brand Platinum - Carbon black ink. When I looked it up on Amazon people said it’s waterproof . Sorry if this has already been mentioned I just thought of you when I saw it ❤️

[@susanosullivan3048]

Does anyone here have experience of using the sketch ink by Rohrer und Klinger in a fountain pen? I have a bottle of it, an empty Lamy and cold feet 😣

[@reneethomas1683]

I use the sketch ink. It’s waterproof and it doesn’t clog my pens. Easy to clean out too.

[@rachelmartin283]

Yes! I love using those inks! 😊

[@kymcrowart7876]

I have a Lamy safari pen and I’ve bought two different Lamy inks and both are NOT water resistant…..so…..ugh…..

[@lorettahook2536]

Yes leave the sketching please. To give ideas how to work.

[@Ms1lonewolf]

If you notice most of the sketch books are 25 percent cotton instead of 50 percent cotton paper, the thing is the prices on them are higher now?? Sucks. JK FLORIDA USA 🇺🇸. You sketch really good.

[@winterwoodsstudio]

Yeah. I feel like everything is like that these days. More money but les value.... Thanks for watching and commenting! I appreciate it!

[@maryhobby1335]