PAINTING A PORTRAIT in Oils - My favourite Techniques

[@ThaaiSamurai]

Me: Alright he's done!! masterpiece!!! bravo!! artist: "Now that the ground work is done, it's time to bring this painting to life"

[@TheArtNMusic]

right.. great work!

[@jojofrancois16]

Haha ikr! Ground was well done!

[@bluebirdsoftballcookie]

lol

[@zorax15]

lol

[@sameerbishan320]

Great sir i love thi painting

[@davidtimms7152]

How on earth can eleven people give this brilliant work a thumbs down ?

[@AnastasiaR]

David Timms They are probably burning with jealousy 😂

[@juliesteinhauer2092]

David Timms maybe they didn't watch the whole video, and quit in the ugly blocking in stage. Their loss.

[@oathtoembers]

gayland barney some people must not realize that most classical fine art was portrait art. Sigh

[@AnastasiaR]

gayland barney And some other folks think that elitists dictating what is it isn’t art and what is or it isn’t “dead” despite an outpouring of public emotion and appreciation surrounding that art is completely ridiculous and rather ironic

[@UWunicornwalker]

And as others have pointed out, most people don't have time or can't afford sitting for an artist, photos make that easier for everyone. I like Tischler's approach to this problem, when he can he does a quick study to capture the sitters 'personality', and takes his own photos to uses later to help with the details for the final painting. Its a win win for the artist and the sitter.

[@lindaashley9130]

Andrew, When you placed Oma and Harry's portrait next to each other I felt as though I was at their table having tea. I am so amazed at how truly life like a portrait can be. You make the process so graceful.

[@eartherskit]

Agreed

[@rameshadhikari8092]

Wow what a painting. Just WoW

[@irenebtrix2507]

"I've designed these two paintings so that they could hang together, and the composition hinges upon the table where they used to sit and spend time together". This just killed me. :'(

[@vincenzo6412]

Yup...

[@LisaAdams.75]

Made me cry too. I lost my father and the feeling is still so raw. Now everything makes me cry, even people I don’t know, like this video. But south a nice touch.

[@ArmpitStudios]

You too?

[@kasidi002]

The fact that you don’t outline with pencil or anything is pure talent ❤️

[@ultragod5652]

ikr

[@bunnie187]

He is certainly very skilled but to be honest I find it easier! Pencils make small, specific lines, which is the opposite of how you want to start a painting like this, and if he were to sketch everything out first he'd have to paint over it all again.

[@kasidi002]

@@bunnie187 that’s very true as well🤭❤️

[@johncorley3487]

@@kasidi002 I am a 78 year old man who discovered painting. To pass the time during the quarantine,do a lot of the same principals apply when using acrylics?Im rather impatient and like the quicker drying time.Love your talent,look forward to seeing more video,thanks

[@reuben8912]

@@johncorley3487 Hello, I just thought you’d want to know that you send this message to someone who commented on this video, and not the one who made it, acrylic painting is harder to blend but as you know dries quickly, whereas oil doesn’t (therefore is easier to blend). The outline and blocking principle does apply to acrylic, although a big reason people do it with oil paint is because the blocking and outline can be manipulated after you’ve done it, so the answer is yes but drawing an outline may be easier for acrylic.

[@ashforkdan]

Museum quality. Outstanding. I've only seen this quality from seeing the masters work in a museum in San fran. You could see the veins under the skin. Keep up the Exellent work. We need new masters.

[@lacrosseman02]

2:03 - Already far better than my best finished paintings.

[@jacekmak87]

3:14 that's how far my talent would allow me to go. And I would consider it fotorealistic :D

[@omprakashsoni4492]

Very nice sir

[@Beinhartwie1chopper]

Lol! had the same though

[@itisjakobig62]

Wow you guys suck haha

[@ur5860]

😂🤣😂🤣😂💖💛💖💖

[@julielobato9766]

Every wrinkle is earned in this life ❤ this is one of the rare cases where you feel more in the painting than you do with the photograph. She radiates warmth, joy and she looks regal. Absolutely fantastic

[@eleatherman1]

Wow! A professional artist who feels inspired to paint people who aren’t considered celebrities, models or children without the motive of a commission! Thank you for looking past the skin and capturing the soul of those with “smiling eyes” and touching those of us who seek real art.

[@youknowme2252]

I love elderly people. I love people wit stories. I love people who’s life was full of love and giving.

[@karynhitchman2498]

Best portrait painting tutorial I've seen yet. Thanks Andrew.

[@DavidGuyton]

Looks like I stumbled upon a gem of a channel I wish I discovered sooner. Excellent work, sir. I am very impressed.

[@jaidenleandro3297]

sorry to be off topic but does anybody know of a way to log back into an Instagram account..? I somehow lost my account password. I would love any tips you can give me

[@adammoz9010]

@@jaidenleandro3297 have you tried to click "forgot password"?

[@bethcarr4405]

You are a master, and a generous soul to share your art with the world

[@autoexistente138mlp]

I love you! And your work . The best is the zoom.! Tanks

[@debbbates3922]

Lines of Life ....Beautiful

[@bellaBRoBRo]

I am beyond thankful that you decided to share your gift on KZbin. Your technique is astonishing and your passion has me smiling by the end of the video. You are truly inspiring, thanks to you I am going to pick up my paints again today for the first time in months

[@keithartworker]

Really appreciate your straight forward and enthusiastic description of your painting process. You did a great job of identifying the feeling of insecurity that occurs just after successfully blocking in the color and tamping down the anxiousness of jumping too fast into details. Very much appreciated!

[@rovingpoet9755]

was touched by the same grateful reaction. Sometimes I stall too long after hitting that feeling of insecurity, even knowing that the best is yet to come. Occasionally, i return a year or four later to finish it. And, THAT, is often entirely rewarding!

[@Huaimek861]

Thank You Andrew Tischler I'm hugely impressed !!! I have painted many portraits , the elderly are more interesting to paint . I'm 84 yrs and have not painted for a while . I have undertaken to paint a lifesize portrait from a black and white photo , I have it well started on canvas , I knew the subject well before he died , but to apply the colours and detail correctly I need courage and inspiration .

[@undeadbandit835]

I really love how you not only show us how you've done it but actually TELL us how you've done it so we can learn, love this vid, thank you

[@jeffreywillis9313]

I am into photography and was researching some photographic skills here on KZbin when I came across this video. Absolutely amazing work! At a first quick glance these paintings look like photographs. The thumbs down comments have to be from some seriously over-critical people; just my opinion.

[@deLeonGuitarStudio]

Amazing Andrew! I actually teared up at the end when you showed Oma & her late husband's portrait side by side. I can honestly say that's the first time I've ever been brought to tears from looking at paintings. Thank you for an amazing video and channel, looking forward to watching more.

[@juanitaledoux6621]

Your work is beautiful. I have painted for thirty five years and even now you have given me new ideas.

[@PSArtGallery]

It is the best tutorial I have ever seen on portrait painting.

[@danielblaze4112]

Fantastique démonstration pour un fantastique résultat ! Merci !

[@chm825]

Oma certainly looks so kind and seems full of wisdom. You captured this person beautifully. I have a BFA degree , but as usual, there was little instruction of how to paint and what brushes to use. It was all about individual creativity and expression and the endless class critiques. So happy to have found you. THANKS!

[@dejesusja1]

How pathetic is a person who gives thumbs down to this masterly work? Not to mention the generosity of this great artist by sharing this amazing lesson? This is the kind of master class for which you would pay to attend. Jealousy is sad. This work is excellent.

[@MythologyNut01]

Your work is breathtakingly stunning, and has inspired me to pick up my oil paints again after having spent so many weeks in college using acrylics. I love the photorealism and your blending is just WOW. Love your video tutorials, they are a big help. Thanks! :)

[@nikkiswenson54]

They are such beautiful portraits...you have captured their souls. Very beautiful.

[@magdadebski1708]

I'm watching and listening with my mouth open....how amazing artist he is..how great he is showing all steps of the work ..fantastic..l love ❤ it

[@vernonsteinkamp1088]

This tutorial is truly amazing. Her age brings way more detail than a young smooth skinned person. Your method is simply amazing and it shows that you have spent much time developing it. As more of a beginner, I use methods of laying out my subject that I used while I was a sign painter and billboard artist. Many consider it cheating when using an overhead projector but that's what I have settled into, saving lots of time on the layouts. One thing I didn't catch was if you paint wet on wet or do you let each layer dry. Being older, (70) I can only work for an hour or so at a time before I get exhausted. It's the mental concentration that exhausts me the most. Thank you so much for posting this. It is my opinion that portraits are the final frontier of learning to paint.

[@raulrubencolunga5284]

Andrew: your videos are incredibly immersive. It's like watching a documentary, but about something you can actually put into practice. Simply great. Saludos from Argentina.

[@nehemiahsart9680]

Andrew you are doing a fantastic job of sharing your love of realism and encouraging artists who have similar styles. Thank you for sharing your gifts of art and teaching. You are top notch!

[@__softspot__]

I am so so grateful for you explaining your approach, technique and the how's and why's!! thank you so much for being such a great teacher!! Instant sub, i'll binge all your videos right now

[@elizardoruiz614]

As you painted your portrait of Alma. I mentioned to a friend that I had watched her husband's portrait painting as well. I'm always enthralled by your work and watch you everyday. Though I'm 70 yrs.old I'm still learning from you. You're just a very talented young man. I'm Rosi from merced California. Thank you for sharing such lovely work with the world.

[@DeuceGenius]

this is the most helpful painting video ive ever seen. thank you so much my friend

[@maxinelowe6285]

How wonderful to watch her emerge from your brushes thank you x

[@flooklh]

Thank you for a really stunning portrait. Her character shines through, and one can almost reach out and touch her cheek and feel the warmth of her skin... I just love that gleam of humor in her eyes that you have so expertly captured. You are an amazing portrait artist. Thanks for sharing.

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

Thank you Lindy, Glad you enjoyed it!

[@DavidDickerson-i8s]

Andrew, thank you for your energy, for the video, and for the articulation. Your videos exhibit a herculean effort.

[@msmode260]

Amazing i love how you tells a story about your PORTRAIT

[@ChrissieNicely]

Wow, such a beautiful portrait! Oma is German for nanna. :-) - Btw, I believe, people who are demanding new post cannot really appreciate how much time goes into creating such beautiful and large pieces of art nor how much time it takes to edit and process it all. I'd rather see your content as you manage to finish it than nothing at all. In other words, thank you for your wonderful tutorials. And I am looking forward to your podcast with Cesar Santos!

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

Thank you so much Chrissie. I really appreciate your comments.

[@arjakuenen-vos3467]

Its also Dutch. Alle grandmothers are called Oma in the Netherlands. :)

[@ChrissieNicely]

Hello neighbour! I was not aware of that! :-)

[@AnastasiaR]

Chrissie Nicely ohhh Andrew and Cesar are two of my favorite artists!! Which podcast is this? You’ve made my day, Chrissie! Lol

[@rachelwindsor850]

Judging by the names, I think the "oma" in this case is Dutch.

[@alanakerman5285]

You are an incredible teacher! the way you explain each step and the whole process is simple flawless! I am also amazed of your smart approach on painting because you nail it at creating a concept and climax on every work of art. Congrats!

[@davijones2369]

She is beautiful, you did a loving job on the both of them. Thank you so much for the support and lessons. You are a kind and warm soul.

[@Cherrylyn29]

Can’t believe that it’s free to watch a video like this with so much suggestions and details and paint colors name it’s just wow 😍😍😍😍❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MileyonDisney]

Dude! That is UNBELIEVABLE!!! I can't even take a photo that looks that good! WOW!

[@binkebianks4053]

Definitely one of your most emotive pieces. It immediately made me think of my grandmother or (Ouma). The portrait touched me immensely. It is as if I have known the subject for a long time. Thank you for your great work.

[@silky5089]

seeing the two portraits together brought tears to my eyes. beautiful masterful work! thank you for sharing.

[@barbarakemp8630]

Me to

[@coelacanth9311]

Beautiful portraits that really bring out the beauty of these people.

[@jerrythomas7401]

Watching and listening to you gives a person a good sense of warmth inside. I love what your doing.

[@PintoBlades]

You did a fantastic job on her! She does have a lot of character and you've brought out such a gentle kindness in her portrait. Well done!

[@MrDefreese]

“...I do have faith in the process...” That’s a great phrase!!!

[@TASmith10]

You're my new favorite art teacher. Wow, so glad I found this!

[@jensbasement3862]

14:34 "If you preserve your tonal best for last, then we can allow a nice crisp highlight to occupy the right space". Excellent description

[@megansart7993]

Are u being sarcastic i actuallu dont know

[@yousufansari1731]

WOW this painting is extremely FANTASTIC. Keep up the good work!!!

[@ArtsiRosi]

What a BEAUTIFUL story at the end!! The portraits are absolutely stunning work.

[@Jurnicurn]

Love how you walk us through each step and assure us that we are on the right track. I worked hard to get over my block and anxiety because I didn't get results quick enough. It was hard to trust that I was going to get there in the end. Wish I had found this video when I was struggling with that!

[@christinewilde110]

I feel I know these lovely people after watching this. Thank you.

[@Spoilerssweetie]

I love how you talk in detail about this, it’s very helpful but have to say we have watched this on silent too at bedtime and it works for that too.

[@danlavorel46]

Quelle maîtrise ! Je suis subjuguée par autant de précision et réalisme.

[@sarahchandler695]

An absolute master of portraiture painting and brilliance.

[@TFYS-QA]

Getting in those finer details, is like a delicate surgical procedure... I LOVE that kind of stuff!

[@danlewis7707]

This was a fantastic demo! Beautifuly rendered and the composition being designed to work well when hung together was an excellent hesrt felt touch. I am sure the family must have loved these portraits.

[@johannebeerbaum1546]

You are a fine teacher! Each of your demos increases my understanding and I always learn new things. My portraits are getting better, but there is still a long way to go. Thank you!

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

Thanks Johanne! Great to hear! Yes, practice makes perfect, and remember, it's not a race!

[@dietermendoza6385]

i felt i knew these people as you painted them, touched me a lot closer than i thought. beautiful work andrew.

[@poopyfacehole1426]

You sir are one of the most talented painters I’ve ever heard of.. U will go down with the greats 👍

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

Shucks... Thanks mate!

[@pranabbiswas422]

dude why dont u use thick much thicker paints ???? u r painitng has not got that depth see for ex rembrandt he used so thick colors that all the depths and dimensions are so cool that painting itself look awsum u dont use that mch color i mean ur canvas texture is visible ....... why ? but u paint well . great ...... keep going!

[@pranabbiswas422]

really sir then plz make tutorials and show it i wil be glad to learn frm u !

[@pranabbiswas422]

plz dont give lame excuses dear i highly will highly appreciate anyone's saying if he / she says something by proving it else dont say it.... dont give some lame excuses by saying i dont have time ..... if u really say it from ur heart then do it and prove it else dont say anything good luck and keep on painting :)

[@davidheywood4082]

The guy just gave you some tips and you're giving him attitude? HIlarious.

[@WV591]

What an amazing blessed gift that is.

[@stellagall1712]

Wonderful video! You are so generous sharing all your knowledge. Thank you!!

[@tonyfrantowski4168]

Songs from sevens dvorf

[@tayraw]

I've done portraits before but never an old person which I'd really love to do. Love this portrait and your technique.

[@denisebutler5533]

Absolutely beautiful... a really touching portrait, Thank you x

[@ryangreene1527]

Is this you?

[@suzistack7622]

Just what I needed here as I am painting a portrait & needed some help. Thanks Andrew!

[@ChristopherJones-cjphoto]

The level of detail in all your videos, the description of brushes and the techniques for applying paint, is always much appreciated.

[@deborahwilliams7312]

She's gorgeous! and your work is so amazing and you always capture your subject in the most flattering honest way. Thank you for your tutorials although I don't paint in oils I find your instructions help further my art ability no matter the medium I choose . Be well Deb

[@rickhargett2803]

A ton of effort........you make it look effortless. Delicate, gentle brushwork to recreate a gentle, delicate subject. A very revealing look into your process from beginning to end. Actually feel a little guilty getting free lessons like this. It's like going Vegas and watching an illusionist and then he tells you how he did it, removing the mystery surrounding it. Tell me........do wear glasses at all when you work? Do you have any vision issues? Don't mean to get personal but, I've got a few and was wondering how you got around them if you did. As usual, great stuff and thanks. Oh yeah, thanks for using my comment/question in this video.

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

Yeah, I have a stigmatism in my right eye, and it can give me headaches if I don't wear corrective glasses. I should wear them but I don't often! Thanks so much for the comments. I really appreciate the feedback!

[@haseebarshad5166]

Wow.... At first thought that this was a photograph. You really did a masterpiece ;-);-);-)

[@paulaberglund6769]

Amazing job and what a tribute to such a couple!!!

[@kentsnow5529]

Simply amazing!

[@dianamorales7335]

Totally didnt expect to get in my feelings like that in the end...was about to get teary eyed lol

[@taymelanin717]

Amazing wow I'm SHOOK !!! I really have so much respect for you guys who can draw/paint etc. I wish I was this talented. Watching tutorials like this makes me happy and also upset because I want to have that skill ugh lol.

[@amandahilleary2581]

Practice and practise and learn the basics like colour theory, anatomy of the body and etc and you can be good at art too.

[@Lalaland.001]

tay melanin The best day to plant a tree was twenty years ago. The next best day is today. If you really want to develop a talent and wished you could do the same, it's really simple, but really hard to do. It means you have to confront yourself and actually do what you wish you could do. Self discipline is the biggest form of self-love and all you need to do is actually apply yourself, to whatever it is you want to do and you will eventually get there. So I hope this message finds you well and I hope you get to do whatever it is you wish to be able to do. But remember, You can do whatever it is, you want to do, as long as you do, whatever it is, you have got to do. Be blessed.

[@taymelanin717]

Lalaland thank you so much I really appreciate the kind message.

[@Lalaland.001]

tay melanin You are more then welcome, I hope you will pick up whatever it is, you think you want to do. If you want to see some proof of progress and plain hard work. Just go watch this video, kzbin.info/www/bejne/rXPOZZicg61qopo you'll see what I mean. All it takes is putting in the effort, the difference between you and a master is that the master had a lot of time invested in practicing his/her art, whatever that may be. Have a magnificent day.

[@crhea97]

You just have to believe.i know you can if you try harder.

[@vintagetears2416]

Oil painting is really cool. I’d love to learn more and paint my mom and grandma.

[@mikparker4518]

I could happily sit here all day and listen and watch you paint. I can't think of a word that gives your work and thought power justice so I will just leave it at that. Thank you so much for sharing your work and your painting philosophy.

[@jeangodwin8782]

I truly enjoy your videos. Your voice is easy to listen too and I really like your style of teaching.

[@mawdot35]

Another great video! I really enjoyed watching you bring Oma to life! Your technique is amazing and it look easy for you.

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

Thank you Dorothy!

[@kaheyanash7305]

“Do not focus too much on the detail” *zooms I’m in on infinite red and black stripes meticulously placed on the canvas”

[@peetzathe1832]

I want a video on how he did those stripes in the shirt

[@Frank79811]

Extremely great teaching and skill. I enjoy every second of this video.

[@majolie2426]

Wow love seeing them sitting at that table side by side. Thanks for the video

[@okiehillbilly6344]

Watching you paint is like listening to the best music composition. I’m learning to paint in oil and am only a novice and to do life like portraits in oil is my goal. I’m actually using adobe fresco to learn technique before applying it to canvas because it’s rather forgiving and does give you the feel of using the brushes. I’ve done this with watercolor and the multiple mistakes I made became very costly so having the pencil and adobe fresco I was able to tighten up my techniques without wasting canvases. This is a great tutorial and having you say to allow the blocking to dry is something the other tutorials I’ve watched was never done. So my first oil I used your method and it was a very big difference. I’ve not tried a portrait yet on canvas but have done a few landscape paintings but portraits are my preferred choice of painting. You’re the best and you explain things in a way that’s better than others. All my portraits with airbrush and watercolor just don’t achieve that quality of what oil produces. I’m not on your level but I can achieve lifelike results with airbrush. To me that’s low quality compared to oil. The ability to build your painting as you did here makes it more vibrant and of the highest quality whereas airbrush is not. I love your tutorials and would love to have the opportunity to just sit and watch you but your videos are what I have to settle for. I can’t ask the questions as you’re doing the brushing like how you mix your pallet or what is your oil mixture for dry brushing. Anyway thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@Chris-Alia]

I can't draw a stick figure, so when I see someone do this, I feel like they have magical super powers. Amazing.

[@MangelBanselmo]

Same lol

[@mellygibbs7011]

I know this is old but i feel the same. I just cant comprehend how someone can see this in their mind, and then execute it in the painting so well. Its insane

[@atli2721]

One of the best paintings I've seen in my life. Keep it up! New subscriber : )

[@joeshmoe7967]

Find his painting of the older gentleman with longish hair and also his bird paintings. All his work is stunning but those few really knock me out

[@Debavi]

Sir it's not awesome , it's so freaking great !!! And thank you for sharing your skills much respect

[@chopin65]

You really inspired me, Andrew. I hope everyone enjoys the experience of watching you paint. Best wishes.

[@louisemccormack5629]

Love that you love her character just as much as painting her! You are a gem!!! Thank you so much x

[@akicitaa.8233]

Thank you for this, but I think I speak for thousands of us when I say that we're REALLY eager for a video about your work on that enormous gorge landscape you recently finished!

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

Yes it's coming. It not only took ages to paint, but it's taking ages to edit!

[@akicitaa.8233]

Thank you, Andrew!

[@jeffk24]

Thanks Andrew. Smoe great learning for me as not yet working with colour in any meaningful way.

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

Cheers Jeff, time to bust out those paints!

[@LivingLegendMe]

Thank you. Absolutely beautiful portraits.

[@PABragg]

Whoa. This was deeply moving, Andrew. INCREDIBLE. And the end was so touching, seeing this couple side-by-side.

[@BarriosGroupie]

I see how it's done, yet still I can't believe he did this.

[@businessgoose4883]

Amazing painting! Also you look a bit like Johnny Depp.

[@ShiseidaSummer]

He looks like Johnny Depp! Fantsatic painter and great tutorial

[@artarrist8654]

I think he should be inspiration to all over the universe❤❤❤❤❤❤. How could someone give him a thumps down? ????? Who gives him a thumps down that person would be from imaginary, such a donkey that person would be . U r my biggest inspiration ❤❤❤❤❤

[@senpai6744]

thumb*

[@Guide504]

Great work...leaps off the canvas makes me just want to give her a hug and you a massive thumbs up....great work👍

[@smasoodhaider]

Simply amazing, a treat to watch.

[@Twinzma]

Ugh...😭😭 Now, I have to make up with my hubby! You're killin' me 😭😭😭