Art School VS Self-Taught | Q+A - Making a Start

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Art School VS Self taught. Andrew Tischler is often asked whether or not he attended art school. In this video Andrew also discusses his art heroes and why they are so important to him.
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Carl Rungius
Thomas Kinkade thomaskinkade.com
Robert Bateman robertbateman.ca
Ivan Ivanovich Shishkin
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[@nelsiegeografo9185]

Intuitively, everyone is self-taught. Learning from others, even from schools, is just a supplement to what you already have.

[@malcolmkirk3343]

Good advice. With the exception of Bateman, those are mostly almost still life settings the painters do, with a little bit of action in them. You're right about art schools. For realism, there are a host of unbeatable artists of past generations, from Sir Lawrence Alma Tadema (and numerous other romanticists), to Charles M. Russell, N.C. Wyatt, the old masters, the impressionists,....even to the "super realists" (which you seem to lean toward, but with a scenic romanticist bent).

[@jultolentino7515]

Thats right its always learning frm. Other artist thats help us to learn more aside frm.our own experience, thanks for this video.GOD BLESS SIR

[@vinz5576]

Im self taught, and im proud.

[@johnnyonthespot9898]

I think you should watch this, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eZm6mo1pnr2Kra8

[@atomv1872]

I'm

[@davidgetchell630]

Same, I'm KZbin educated.

[@AriesArtist8]

U go!!!

[@jennifercochran6398]

Sounds kinky

[@wesleycody4335]

Speaking of heroes, you are definitely mine. I was a born artist and well on my way with drawing as child and won quite a few competitions. I even got accepted to an art school with a submission of a sketch until they found out I was only 11 years lol! Anyway, my teachers and family members pushed me until I grew to hate art and I quit cold turkey until recently when I saw your videos for the first time. Now, at 38 years old, I have taken up painting. Teaching myself with your help of course! What an inspiration you are helped stoke that passion back up. Bless ya mate!

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

Hey Wesley, thats so amazing to hear. Best of luck on your journey mate and thanks for that comment. :)

[@wesleycody4335]

Welcome welcome, just keep those vids rolling in. I plan on purchasing some of your more "in depth" videos but as you can see from the comment sections on all your videos, you people thirsting man. KEEP EM COMING.

[@reggyreptinall9598]

Where is your work??

[@dorrisgonnawreckyou7111]

NO WESLEY! the world needs you! you were born to save us all mr wesley, do not deprive the world of your unbelievable talents.

[@dorrisgonnawreckyou7111]

@@reggyreptinall9598 Legend has it his work is TOO powerful for normal eyes like ours to gaze upon, you would not understand unless you too were a "born artist".

[@meerabakshi2676]

Hi Andrew, very pleased to watch this video. I am self-taught too as far as sketching and gaining line control. I was lacking in applying colors. Luckily I found an artist who was running Art Classes. I learned from him how to use oil colors. Actually, before joining this art class, I had no idea of oil color medium at all. I knew only about watercolors that I had used in school. You won't believe but my instructor told me he taught me all that he knew and in 6 months I had picked up so much that his students for 5 years were not able to grasp. And soon after that, we moved to the USA. My inner urge to do portraits was burning all the time, though I was working a full-time job, I had no time for my painting activity. The artwork of Raja Ravi Verma, the Indian painting artist, Renoir, Rembrandt, Michelangelo, etc were my inspiration. I used to have tears watching their artworks with the thought that when and how can I achieve such perfection in my portraits? And as you mentioned you need to keep on working and working and working to improve your artwork. I am so happy to notice that just by divine inspiration I was on the right track all the time. Thank you so much for sharing your expert views and tips for new artists. And of course, I learned a lot from your portrait videos too! Thank you.

[@rontocknell3592]

Sadly, modern art schools seem to focus on a confused meld of originality and conformity. The mantra seems to be Do what no one has done before...as long as it's recognisable as the kind of innovative originality approved by the art scene and conforms to what everyone else is doing. No wonder young artists have nervous breakdowns! The bar is not set by artists but by art collectors such as Saatchi & Saatchi. They make art "great" just by buying it. A work by an unknown artist becomes a "must have" as soon the Saatchi Midas Touch has expressed approval. The work immediately becomes worth twenty times what Saatchi paid for it, the artist enjoys a brief period in the limelight until Saatchi sells it on (for a healthy profit) and, eventually, collectors realise that it aint so hot. Even schools like The Slade is now paying homage to this easy common denominator. If what you endeavour to achieve is a period of fame and temporary commercial success, the art schools can give good guidance in wooing the collectors and provide influential contacts if it's the "right" school. But, if you want to develop as an artist, follow Andrew's advice.

[@charlesz8531]

That's so true in most cases.

[@Sionapink48]

Yes I’m learning this in fashion school now.

[@timmiddlemiss9966]

First time making a comment. I have watched all sorts of videos some people doing podcasts. In the oil painting area. I started watching Bob Ross. I am at a Crossroads to where I decided to paint professionally. In order to get better I looked around. When I ran into Andrew Tischler videos. I was amazed with a couple of his paintings. And as I progressively watched more of his videos. I realized how smart he was. And I realized how much Integrity he had realize how much Integrity he had. And when it comes to teaching his words are amazingly easy to understand. But the most important part to me what's his answer to how to start painting, did he go to art school. Him and Elon Musk. Are my two modern-day Heroes

[@MERISI001]

I have been painting all of my life and I'm 68. Over the years painting heroes have come and gone except for Ivan Shishkin, Alan M Hunt, Robert Bateman. I shall be adding another called Tischler. The reason is simple. The paintings take the viewer to places we shall probably never see. It takes us to some of the most beautiful environments nature can offer. Thanks Andrew. Another great video.

[@seadogpaints3548]

Spot on Andrew. I am older, "pre-internet" and did go to art school. Then, promptly stopped painting. Now I am starting all over again learning online and with artists who have to teach particular skills I need. (That and spending a LOT of time painting). There are so many opportunities available around the world and online. If you like how someone paints, watch them, learn, maybe take a workshop. Really learn from those you admire. When you need a certain skill, you can go find it, wether it be color, brushwork, etc, you can find the instruction for that, and appy it to what you want ot achieve. My favorite part of your video... your statement about being responsible for your own education.

[@elenadavies1616]

Talking about role model artists I have to say, that you would not find any better then you, Andrew. You are great as an artist, great as a teacher(no one teachers better then you), you are very generous to share this with us; explaining techniques, answering questions, etc. Your classes are so fulfilled with knowledge and advice. Your students are the lucky ones!

[@chrisgriffith1573]

I told my wife yesterday that if I had had KZbin before I went to college, I would have never gone. I have learned more about mediums and technical painting from you and other here on KZbin in one year than in the entire four years of college, and ten years into my career.

[@H_armiger]

Was surprised with the last story as I'm from Saint-Petersburg. Art schools here teach very well, but it's so hard to get into one, that self-education is still the only option for me. Thankfully, there is the Internet. Thank you for your motivational tutorials, they inspire not to give up.

[@chuitonpere2324]

can you tell me why so hard to inscribe in saint petersburg art school ..... she was my dream that school

[@anilkumartanikella7471]

Andrews honestly teaching fine art. Those who desire to develop their art may study and follow his instructions zealously. Anilkumar. India.

[@goshart]

@@chuitonpere2324 I can tell why is it so difficult to get into fine arts school in Russia ... although I'm Polish and studied at one of the Academy of Fine Arts in Poland. But we had some students exchange from Russia and they were absolutely amazing! Not only they had amazing skills but the school taught them the craft of fine arts thoroughly and rigorously, no fluffing about, no conceptual arts (that's the trend in western schools) but the technique and craft of fine artists: drawing and painting. To get to the school one has to have an amazing portfolio for a start then there are exams: life drawing, still life painting - One has to be a pro even at this stage... So they select the best of the best... And in spite of that, there are always 7/8/9 people fighting for the place! The Polish art schools have similar recruitment process, however, they become a little bit relaxed of what you do after your first year... The first year was also very strict in learning the craft - so lots of life drawing, still life painting, studying colour, composition etc... In Russia, they do it for the whole 5 years of study! That's why they are masters if it comes to craft... I was in an awe of those exchange students we had... We were even learning from them!

[@dorrisgonnawreckyou7111]

@@goshart No wonder russians and poles are so good at painting classical style.

[@loydfloyd8182]

Andrew I thank you for all your inspirational and motivational tutorials, they are a great treasure to me as an artist. For sure your one of my great art heroes! Just keep up the good work. God bless!

[@chrisgriffith1573]

OMG. Robert Bateman. I saw his work for the first time my freshman year of college, when he showed at the National Museum of History in DC. I didn't know who he was, and I was blown away at the level of abstract detail, and how he reached a level of realism by using it. I never recovered from the awe I experienced. Later, after college, I met Robert Bateman in NC at a small show, and got snowed in with the crew, and ended up eating BBQ with him and having many great conversations about his work, art, and conservation. He told me his show at the Natural Museum of History(TMONH) was for the fact that The Hershporn National Museum of Art in DC told him he was an "illustrator" and gave him a definition for why they consider him as such, he argued that by their own definition, they described Michelangelo, DaVinci, and many other Renaissance painters they exhibit on a regular basis. When word got around, TMONH jumped at the chance to bring him and several others to show at their location. He was very personable, and I almost hate him for being more than the best role model anyone could ever have! I have many of his books, and love how he has changed my view of being an artist. Experiencing Robert Bateman was the only positive thing about going to college for me, I experienced many "exposure moments" while at school, but the "schooling" itself wasn't worth the money at all.

[@tom1tomek1]

I was a lousy painter 30 years ago, and I quitted. Now I started again and already watched thousands of painting videos. This particular video somehow had the biggest impact on me. I didn't become canvas Stradivarius cause I'm as lousy as I was before, but I am enjoying what I do enormously and started appreciating my work. Thank you, Andrew.

[@laudyreyes3974]

You've become one of my painting hero Andrew, I love your painting. God bless my friend

[@TracyLEmond]

Hi again from Canada 🇨🇦 Andrew (& Rachel)! Just wanted to give a HUGE shout out to you for being so generous & honest with your advice... you've become one of my heroes since I've come back to my artwork after a 5 year hiatus. I'm always so excited when I get your emails & can't wait to watch you vids to see what great info you have for me. I most of all I love that you seem to be my kind of artist... in the sense that you don't just paint one thing but whatever you ❤️ & want to recreate. Thanks SO much!!!

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

Thank you for the wonderful comment!

[@zenkittystudiowithdarklily1110]

You are right on the money regarding going to college for art. I did. Same thing, never learned how to clean brushes, or how to correctly use the painting mediums, whether oil painting or watercolor. Most of my class work was this: produce a painting a week and x number of paintings to complete a portfolio for grading. No instruction on techniques. I've learned so much more since college with videos, where I can watch demos of artists showing how to do these things (atmospheric perspective, etc) than just attending college classes and spending lots of money for a sub par education, just to have a "degree" in art. Thanks for being here.

[@rutbrea8796]

I am self taught. I have taken, maybe a couple or three times classes from academic teachers. I have struggled through the years reading different books of art. From the Masters to regular artists in this planet. I am still learning. Every person, artist has it's own ideas and we can learn from others. I have been painting since I was 13, and today I am 72 and still learning. Painting is my passion, not for business but for the sake of creating and giving this world a gift of a moment of beauty.

[@allegrarosebrown238]

The most valuable return I got from art school were the people I met. After art school I am learning so much more from failures, successes, videos like Andrew's, research, and hours of hard work every day. Absolutely keep those paintings around that you don't like and learn from them. Be open to new techniques and critiques from people you respect, always striving for truth, excellence, beauty. Good advice here!

[@emmaakroyd4627]

Completely in agreement about art school education as I experienced in England. Thankfully got the opportunity to go on a student exchange for a year to a classical painting atelier in Prague in my second year which made my jaw drop as I walked into the purpose built Academy and was faced with Carrevaggio quality paintings in the studio. Yikes! I then had to set up my own little space, where I had to summon the courage from somewhere to start painting (after spending the previous term painting in household emulsion as directed by my English art tutor!) Anyway, it was after my degree in fine art was finished that I actually began to learn to paint, inspired completely by the dedication of the amazing students I'd found in Prague. Love your honesty and truth telling. Many thanks Emma.

[@robertwhite4831]

Andrew, this is my 2nd message/post on 1 of your videos. The first was of how I came across the 1st just by chance & being mesmerized.... completely! I have since (over the past16 hours) watched every single video of yours I’ve come across, (absolutely delighted there are still more to see!) in this video you say “discover your heroes” well Andrew, without question Sir, you have become mine. You have lit a fire in me that currently burns very hot, very bright. Tomorrow I will travel to my closest city to purchase my first ever painting supplies. I’m beyond excited yet Im also remaining realistic of my abilities and inevitably outcome of my first painting. I’m a wood worker, I create & build very unique & custom pieces. I show/sell my pieces at numerous art shows through Ontario Canada. Throughout every show ido, I am told many many times that I am not a mere wood worker, but rather an incredible artist. I confess, I do enjoy when people tell me this and maybe, just maybe I’ve let their words go to my head..... just a little bit. However, after watching your videos, I conclude, with great respect for my clients, fans & followers, they really don’t know what a true artist is! You Sir, humble, perhaps even shame me? I doubt I will ever allow another compliment of me being “a great artist” go to my head, huh! My head! Those words won’t even reach my shirt pocket!!! I’m not sure if you’ve any interest in other “art mediums.” If so, I’d feel completely honoured if in a moment of personal boredom, you’d peek at my works. Easily found on instagram at “Robert Made It Boards”. Thank you again for sharing your amazing works, truly & honestly mind blowing! Yes Andrew,,,,, mind blown💥!

[@titoeidonrosales7723]

I was like OMG! You nailed it! You just answered all the questions I have in mind. Seeing this video isn't coincidental! For almost a year now, I feel so lost in painting. I don't know anything about acrylics, oil, etc! But your videos are one of the few that I always look back into whenever I want to pick up my brush and paint! Yes! I consider you as one of my heroes. The other two are Kirsty Patridge and ArtbyFeliks who also happens to be a good KZbinr artists like yourself. I was teary eyed while watching this I feel lost with all these empty canvases that I have in my room coz I feel like the paintings I have been making are flat. And literally, there's this one right now which I wanna throw ! Now I know which direction to take. Thank you for this very encouraging video. I'm 41 yrs old, and my goal is to have my own art school in the next 4 to 5 yrs. Lord bless you, Andrew! I want to be like you! 😀

[@elaineashdown4012]

Hi from the UK. I am a pensioner and have dipped in and out of painting all my life. i did start college after leaving school to do commercial art but after several months there and not even picking up a paint brush I decided to leave. I have always wondered where I would be today if I had carried on but thanks to your video I see that I dont think things would have been different. Since retiring I have picked up the brush again and as I cant afford the price of the videos I find "you tube" is my tutor. I thank you for inspiring myself and many others to never give up and whatever or however the painting ends up enjoy the process.

[@boabyhenderson1808]

you're never to old, i hope you enjoy painting keep working hard

[@LauraBelton]

Elaine Ashdown I hope you’re enjoying painting again. I also left art college after being so uninspired, and had another career. But I still want to paint and am thinking about doing it again!

[@MGSBigBoss77]

*you're never to old, i hope you enjoy painting keep working hard* ^THIS! Thumbs up sir.

[@capbin146]

That sums it up, well put.

[@susaneskridge7409]

I also starting college in art but dropped it for a degree in education so i could make a living. I am now a retired teacher and have started over again in art and love every minute. I eat and breathe art and am also getting art education from people like Andrew. We are blessed to have this passion in our older years because there are so many seniors that have no passion and just seem to let each day pass. We are also blessed to have people like Andrew that share there love and knowledge of art.

[@jimloth6091]

Thank you for putting me on to Ivan Shishkin - incredible landscapes! That meeting of realism and visual poetry is what I aspire to. I'm 66 and have only been painting for a little over a year, so I hope I can get close to it before I run out of time!

[@rosered103]

One of your artist hero's is mine also.... Bateman. I happened to chance upon him giving a talk about art and learned some of his colours he uses, which are simple but effective, and so I still use them to this day. Here is one that I use often, (for those wondering) a grey, greenish mixture = Prussian blue, raw umber plus a little Payne's grey and white used for shading, , snow, sky, etc. My other artist hero is Steven Hanks, whom has passed away. He became allergic to oil paint so had to teach himself watercolour and how to make them look like oil paintings. He is one of my inspirations and have studied his work. As with Andrew Tischler:)

[@DCweldingAndArt]

Professional welder-fabricator, 25 year musician, and amateur painter/artist...and like with welding, if I've learned one thing, the technical knowledge def HELPS with landing jobs and sorting threw the details. BUT when it comes to KEEPING a job and becoming a well-rounded professional, nothing beats experience and self-teaching/researching! It is what will make you stand "head and shoulders" above the rest!

[@scusty1]

I'v just turned 60 (happy birthday to me) And I'v decided to be an artist when I grow up !! I'v done a few acrylic paintings I am happy with, and now today bought some oils to have a go. I decide you are my HERO and luv your videos (Thanks) Watching like a hawk to study how you do these wonderful paintings. Cheers Stevc

[@thetawaves48]

Thank you for defending Thomas Kinkade. He is often denigrated by people who can't come close to his achievements. And, Robert Bateman is one of my all time favorites. You are right that we need heroes to inspire us. There are certainly more than three that are great artists, but choosing three to emulate is the beginning.

[@davidbrown475]

"I started to think... ...that technical ability wasn't what really mattered", This is precisely what I was made to think as well when I attended university for a degree in Fine Arts. The push was indeed to deconstruct to explore a more "modern space". I too had to be away from that environment before I had the freedom to begin to develop and encourage skills that were not taught there. Great video and advice given.

[@lisaash3304]

My role models. Richard Schmid…. Do I need to say more? Billy Brauer who encouraged and taught me Through the beginning of my painting. James Gurney to show me that everything is interesting and worth painting.. just paint. Now Andrew Tischler is another painting hero who teaches and encourages me daily. Thank you sooo much

[@macar8011]

was about to comment before the end of the clip about art school, but you said it all. It so important to let the dust settle down to really appreciate what we've learned And find what is missing. And of course NEVER STOP LEARNING.

[@Purpleiris444]

Agree totally 100% about what Andrew shared about art schools. I went to an university and got an art degree. But I thought what have I learned? Then a few years later I found a couple of online programs that taught the technical skills of drawing and painting that I had so admired in my favorite contemporary artists. These artists had training in classical realism and I realized this is what I wanted from my art training in college but didn't get. Later I discovered that besides the universities and art schools, there are ateliers that offered more specific training in drawing and paintings. If I knew about these I would had spent my art education with the one nearby me.

[@J0D51]

Hey Andrew... I'm in the middle of getting to grips with the challenges of learning to draw and paint. I just found out about you some months back and I have to say I find your straight talking no-nonsense attitude in regard to what it takes to commit to learning and growing as an artist, a huge inspiration. You dont' romanticize or minimize the trials and tribualtions that seem to be unavoidable on the road to becoming an artist, and your able to this in a very positive and encouraging way. So, thank you for that! that. I'm still in the middle of the growing pains of properly leanring the fundamentals of drawing and painting. In fact I have found that learing about what is actualy the right stuff to study is a whole learning curve in itself. And yes I have found that I can get discouraged and disillusioned with it quite often. But somehow it passes. And I have to agree with you., the main thing that gets me over those enivatable attempts to descend into self pity, is to just get back to the easel or the drawing board, and just keep working. And yes you are right, there is no doubt about it, there is a whole lot of work involved in this journey, I find it far from easy. In fact, speaking for myself, this whole process is easily the most challenging endeavour I have ever undertaken, at a whole host of levels. Again, let me thank you Andrew for sharing your experience and insights. Please continue to do so. Its helping big time. Cheers and best wishes. Jason

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

Thanks so much for sharing Jason! :)

[@rutbrea8796]

My favorite master is Rembrandt. There are others like Van Gogh's, I think he was agreat visionary, been able to see the universe the way he did, I haven't seen any other painter see the universe the way that scientists have discovered today to exist out of our planet, Van Goh saw it back then. Leonardo DaVinchi was another great example. I have made many sketches of his works. I am satisfied.

[@apostalote]

I am a beginning painter or ‘amateur’ painter. My ‘heroes’ are painters that I’ve loved forever; Monet, Matisse, Bonnard. I want to be a colourist and I’m lucky that I seem to have an intuitive grasp of color but I know that I must also improve on form, composition, general technique etc. You are wonderful for these videos

[@joyspence1536]

You are a role model of mine your skill is phenomenal! Being an artist can be isolating and not many people want to talk about painting in every day life.

[@zeyadalsheikh3839]

Really encouraging video. I am an engineer and I always blame myself for not got in art school in the past, I paint with oil painting and draw whenever I get a white paper in my hand, after all these years I built a fair experience in oil painting, it is absolutely right to find raw model painters to get inspired of, mine were Gerom, Thomas loran, Monet and others. Just grap a brush and pallet of colors and start put paintings on your canvas looking to a picture or tablet for a well painting and you will end up with a good painting, may be not in the first try but I assure you that fourth or five one you will get good results and don't forget to read art books and observe around you. Thanks for this video.

[@dorningarts]

What a great video! I am a wildlife artist as well as an illustrator , I went to an exhibit of Robert Batemans in Vancouver in the 80's, and I walked out a different man, I too knew what I wanted to do, the exhibit blew me away! Mr. Bateman ended up critiquing one of my first paintings, I learned more in 10 minutes then the previous few years!

[@AriesArtist8]

Thank you I went to art school and I felt like it destroyed my creativity and I felt like I was failing I'm glad I watched this video. thank you so much

[@joannegrrl]

The portrait in the background is simply gorgeous in its execution. Outside of that, you're very right, the quality of online instruction, tips, suggestions, and just plain encouragement is simply amazing. It took me a long time to get past the idea that art was a talent and not a skill, but the sheer volume of information finally turned my head in the right direction. Any medium, any style, there is someone ready, willing, and much more than able to start you on your journey.

[@AndrewTischlerArt]

Hey John, too right mate, thanks for the comment :)

[@Armafly]

Andrew, I like the honesty in your answers. Furthermore you remain humble despite your undeniable ability in creating fine pieces of art.

[@emmiellamas-cruz3842]

I’m also self-taught and has picked up brushes three years ago when I was 60 years old. But, maybe “self-taught” is not completely true because I learned so much from generous people like you, who share what they know to us, who are completely at a loss in the beginning. I just begin to paint, and like what you said, discover and learn by doing. I have several books on art and painting, but was usually too lazy or too confused to dig through them. But somehow I continued to paint and learn from my mistakes. Thank you, I’m a new subscriber and I found that your kind of works are what I’d like to do.

[@melaniedean4319]

I went to a grade school called Robert Bateman and an art school called Canterbury. Bateman's painting of Lynxs are just amazing, love his enthusiasm towards wildlife.

[@MickAngelhere]

I’ve been painting now for thirteen years after getting a serious injury while working on a cattle station in the Northern Territory. When I first started I asked a friend of mine who is a professional artist if I should go to an art school to learn how to paint her response was just start painting yourself that way you will develop your own style. Best advice and yes I have sold some paintings and am still learning every time I paint

[@ARTbyKDR]

excellent advice! Thanks Andrew!

[@Galaxy--Bug]

While I'm not a painter, the three questions 'what works, what doesn't, and what if' are REALLY useful pieces of advice for any kind of artist from amature to professional.

[@thedriveinopera8889]

I studied art at what was supposed to be one of the better schools around UNCA, but only got a grasp of some of the very basics. 25+ years in the print industry actually taught me more about the "science" of art: pigments, carriers, drying, curing, visible color spectrum and such. This was necessary "drudgery" that enables one to use the tools more effectively. The rest can only be achieved by diving in and doing it!

[@jolakedra2998]

Andrew is so right here. You have paint, draw or whatever the media and technique you chose to master it. Yes, there is so much available online but at first when you don't know what you are looking for it's hard to figure out the way in the jungle of hundreds of KZbin video and online schools. Some are waste of time and money and some are awesome but unless someone does the search for you, lots of hours might be wasted. I started on my own just to as leisure activity and soon I had so many questions that I thought that taking night classes at our university might help. I took 2-D Design, and History of Western Art. I was lucky to have good instructors and I really like the vibes of working in a group of creative people. I work full-time and sometimes it's hard to motivate myself and find time painting. In a class I had to keep up with the projects and I had to find time to do it. Unfortunately, my financial situation changed and I can't afford the university tuition anymore. Also, it's been two years now since I started painting and now I know what I want and limit myself to follow online only a few of my favorite tutors and teachers. I don't remember how I came across Andrew's website but he is now one of my favorite as well. He is so passionate and sincere.

[@mcdomcdotv872]

The pandemic helps me back to arts..i just sketch everyday,and have fun doing watercolor painting..im a selftaught,..and i watch several artist and analyze their ways and tecnique,..by doing so i learn so much from them also..thanks for posting this subject....

[@montygemma]

Exactly, you've just got to paint and learn. I went to a good art school in the UK for 5 years and quite rightly they didn't teach me how to paint. We had about 12 workshops to teach us how to make canvases, mix colours, make mediums etc, but after that I was on my own. I teach now in the same way because if I show a student too much they will start painting like me, not themselves. I am always critiquing work and advising students on artists to research but that's it. " If you want to learn how to paint just paint"(Francis Bacon). One thing though I would advise any painter to get some instruction on drawing, that can be taught.

[@danjones3009]

This is the Best of what KZbin can be. Thank you. I'm all about this. 👊😎

[@airbrushken5339]

I have worked as an art teacher for years here in Oz.I went to art school (college) in the USA, but the first thing I took from my classes in the 60's was to get a good grade, you had to paint or sculpt according to my teacher's style ... something i found frustrating. I started painting Vietnam War art (I served with the 101st Airborne 2/502 INF Strike Force) here in Australia and was invited in the early 80's to exhibit non-war pieces, mostly landscapes/seascapes here in Sydney at local fund raisers. My choices of work changed after I went to as many charity shows in those days on a Sunday and see what pieces sold the most; such as portraits, wildlife, or still life ... what ever sold as illustration was something I was good at, so I could emulate many of those styles. My point I made a pretty good living in the 80's just painting for such shows. It's nice Drew that you share your experiences and your work...Ken

[@obrapro]

Andrew, I think college prepped you to be an instructor. You're one of the best I found online. Your KZbin videos have answered so many questions I had. I'm finally inspired to get back to completing paintings I shelved 10-15 years ago. Can't wait to get back to painting. Thanks for the inspiration.

[@Kimby1982]

Excellent advice Andrew! Your videos are so helpful!

[@gigigirl56]

Thank you for taking the time to share your valuable insights. It is inspirational.

[@jtarrats100]

I loved going to art school but like u said " Art School is not for averybody " . That been said gearing ur hands dirty is the best way to learn what kind of painter u want to be . Love ur process and ur intellectual aparouch to ur work .

[@reneebates6905]

Thanks for the candid talk. I appreciate all your posts and admire the way you paint. Your enthusiasm is dear.

[@lissy8852]

Thank you so much for the inspiration. You are definitely one of my heroes.

[@nancyloomis3046]

I was fortunate enough to get good basic drawing and composition skills...that I still have to work on, at my local community college, decades ago. There was less “out there” esoteric art talk and more “doing” which is, like you and so many other successful artists say, is key 🔑 . Just do it. Just start. I was recently really inspired just by a YT video of an artist saying, “create a body of work.” Yes! That kicked my butt! Unfortunately, for too long, I let my creativity lie dormant and didn’t work on developing myself and improving my skills and just “worked” to support myself at jobs that left me aching for creativity that I didn’t even realize. And then I always had that saying running around in my head that artist’s can’t really make a serious living...the starving artist thing. So why try? I know better now and at 64 I’m finally engaging in a way that will get me where I need to be. I can’t say with any certainty that I know exactly “where” that will be or “what”that will look like, but I know that ultimately I will be fulfilled and that the journey along the way will bring me joy. I know you made this 3 years ago, but the advice you give is timeless.Thank you Andrew!

[@Mark-hj3du]

Thank you Andrew!! You've encouraged me to make a habit everyday to draw/paint and seek out and learn from my heroes.

[@MrArtist7777]

Great advice, Andrew! I too went to art school to study art as I excelled in art in high school but when I got there, I realized it was mostly about lectures, art history, and coaching kids who were really bad at art, leaving little for me to learn so I left and finished a degree in social science. I was told by a professional artist to go sit with other professional artists, that I admired, and study from them, like an apprentice, and practice, practice, practice as art school is mostly about abstract art and lectures. Fine and representational artists are much better off studying the masters, past and present and practicing, a lot. If you have the passion and God-given talent, you'll succeed, if not, that's perfectly o.k.

[@coralouellette1885]

At 57 I enrolled for an art degree. I was taught very little, but will say that school allowed me to allocate time to paint as I had to go to the studio, so I did improve immensely, but only because I had to devote the time...this is what will make you a better artist...devoting time to your craft. Otherwise I have learned much more from watching videos and reading books. It is your self motivation that makes you a good/great artist.

[@felixvega7703]

Andrew, you have my deepest respect. Thank you much You have made my day.

[@angelpower8926]

Im so glad l found you! Thank you for your honesty and sharing your knowledge and experience!

[@jamesvep9314]

Thank you for sharing and opening doors for people, Andrew. I relate being self taught and having looked at art schools. The best way is doing and learning over time while studying your art Heros. Lepage.

[@kwilts273]

Thank you Andrew for your videos. I've just found them and they have inspired me to pick up a paint brush after many years. You are a great teacher.

[@deejjohn5279]

You're fastly becoming one of my painting heroes. Love your philosophy of painting. Thanks for the top notch content.

[@curtneyjacobs]

Thanks so much for sharing. I needed to hear those words. Keep doing what you are doing. All the best.

[@carolferguson5467]

Really great response Andrew! Every word of truth.

[@judykilger4950]

Andrew you are an amazing inspiration! The passion and talent you have is incredible. I love your videos and I’ve learned so much ! I want to thank you for taking the time to do them. All of your paintings are so well done. I have to say my favourite is the one of your pets. So adorable! You captured their little souls. You could see it in their eyes. So glad I’ve subscribed to your videos! Keep up the great work!

[@SenjuroAkechi]

Really amazing stuff Andrew, thanks for the inspiration. Your art and videos are amazing. Look forward to more work and tutorials from you. Thank you.

[@janawright1715]

You inspire me, your honesty and approach are refreshing. I have gotten my brushes out and feel the fire building. Thank you, Andrew!

[@jeffsartadventure3634]

Fantastic video!! I'm really into the message here,all things are possible with a solid plan,a rational approach,and a methodical obsession with the pursuit of truth and authenticity of expression. Thank you again!

[@francissalmingo2046]

Been watching this vid many times to keep me inspired. Thanks, Andrew.

[@RamvinderArt]

Thanks dear .... you are one of my Art Heros

[@calvinburr1248]

Love your channel...your clear, pithy advice...and, your encouragement.

[@sergiofernandois8884]

Thank you so much Andrew for your words, they are really inspiring and to be honest, they have helped me a lot. Thanks again and a big hug from Chile

[@geoffreyhack421]

This is the best advise I’ve heard so far, thank you.

[@lillianastrait4666]

I am really enjoying reading these comments hehe. When I am at the level some of these people are I will return with a meaningful comment of my own on my experiences SEE YOU THEN!

[@shushimushi]

Considering how amazyng you are as an artist + all the y-tube channels where recently I saw unbelievable paintings it's hard even to dream to become someone, good enough in this art :) But since I broke my spine and I can't do lot of things(thanks God I'm able to walk) the last two months I paint alot and actually I can see that the outcome gets better and better. The pleasure of the process is so important to me. Meditation. And that's all about. The feeling of creating something and to interact with your own self. Sooo, I don't want to go back to work, as I won't have time to destroy canvases:) Practice is the best teacher, you're right.

[@shellymedernach2476]

Thank you Andrew!! Appreciate your thoughts. Always helpful :)

[@timange124]

Very thorough answer, thank you Andrew.

[@maximecasavant734]

Andrew ,Your road ,is amazing & thanks for sharing.

[@shirleynatoli7823]

Andrew....once again you thrilled us with another great video!!! Thank you for sharing with such enthusiasm your passion for art....it's contagious :)...you have become one of my heroes, for I do admire your talent and dedication..... CONGRATS!!

[@nazimamohammed1689]

Well you inspire me alot, I'm happy for the day I found you on KZbin, I'm self taught and I learn alot from your videos...you r a blessing

[@joebeard7387]

Hi Andrew, one of the things I learnt at art school is that it is not what I was taught though that was very comprehensive, it is about who students knew and were able to make connections with. My line was graphic art and for technical knowledge, I opine illustration, and graphic art are good if they include life studies and business studies. Connecting and introductions via the art school help but I realised that what inspired me, was the enjoyment painting gave me when I didn't do it as a job. I have exhibited and done commissions most of my life but more as a way of being in my none work life. I do feel there is a lot to be gained from reading art history and art technique - as well as You-Tube. And taking courses in areas of interest. I also enjoy your videos because I like realism in art, and of course, your art is excellent to view. Incidentally, there are two Shishkin books which should be available. Imo, the best for pictures is the paperback one which I bought if I recall correctly, from Amazon as a good second-hand version, and a new one in hard-back. His skill in nature especially woodlands is amazing and the few snowscenes, so peaceful. Thanks for being inspiring, regards, Joe.

[@ambrosearts]

Carl Brenders and John Howard Sanden and Daniel Greene are my heroes.....and I am now tempted to add YOU....could not agree more about ideally learning as we go and generally being self taught. As well that we can learn endless skills through the internet now. Love your videos Andrew :)

[@marcorubio2117]

Thank you Andrew for your enlightenment on the this subject

[@callmejoe2]

Just wanted to THANK YOU, so much for your art, and comments on what your doing as you paint. I've been painting for several years, and I agree that nothing beats practice, Thanks again

[@susaneskridge7409]

Thank you for this video. It has been so helpful and encouraging!

[@shailikagupta]

Thanks Andrew. You are amazing. Thank you for generously sharing your skills and knowledge

[@colleeningham7335]

Thanks Andrew, so interesting to hear about your art history. Your paintings are so amazing you must be so proud of what you have achieved. I agree that each of your heroes had so much talent so I can understand why you admired their work. Always enjoy your videos.

[@kevdennis4884]

Gday Andrew. Wow. This is just what I needed. You are an inspiration. Thanks for the time and thought that goes into these videos. You are such a wealth of valuable information to anyone wanting to improve their paintings and/or art careers in general. This one is going straight to the top of my favourites list so I can view it whenever I need to. Cheers Mate.

[@lindascott7726]

Thank you so much for the time you take to do your videos. I just love them. You inspire me to pick-up my brushes and paint!

[@gsogso3444]

My friend thank you so much for being so honest and so open to share your personal story with us

[@roxanneconklin2948]

Love your work, podcasts are outstanding, and you are one of my art heroes who inspire me in my creative journey. I have learned so much since I started my journey 3 1/2 years ago. Thank you for all you contribute to the world of creativity and inspiring artists worldwide. Blessings for your continued success.

[@mollymuzette5860]

Thanks for the awesome advice. I admire your work and think you have a knack for teaching.

[@dianemachale5927]

What a great clip and so true. Thanks for sharing! You’re a master painter.

[@annacollier5372]

This was so good to watch. Thank you for the inspiration and the motivational talk. I've just started an artistic journey again after 10 years of not painting. I'm currently finding myself on a steep learning curve but I will not give up! Thanks again, from a young stay at home mother trying to become a professional artist.

[@yvonneburdekin4130]

I have only just discovered you Andrew and you are definitely my hero. You're so positive and inspirational. Thank you.

[@MariaGaliotosTX]

Exactly what I've been thinking, that KZbin is great as I just started painting and have already learned so much. Thank you for your wonderful advice, you're a great painter and human being!