Art Vlog | Highs & Lows In the Studio | Lion Painting

[@albericponcedeleon2696]

Even though it's one of the most normal parts of the process, it's always refreshing to see an artist share the setbacks. It grounds oneself as an external observer and builds a small sense of community. Most people usually just skip over those parts because they think it'll be boring, but I always find them instructive.

[@AnnThorsson]

I just love the honesty in the 'journey' your artwork takes - how long to find a reference photo, the set-up and layout of everything, painting over your work, etc,. It makes me realise that there is a long process in a piece of artwork, and they don't happen by five minutes of magic like some artists try to show. Thanks for the great channel.

[@traceywoodall6937]

Oh dear Daniel we all have these times when we can’t paint what we have in our minds. I admire your honesty and look forward to seeing more. Have a good week 🥰

[@mimisart]

Thanks for being honest and transparent. It's not all a bed of roses...and so many artists don't show their messy studio or lack of planning (myself included). It's all part of it and I'm here for it. Can't wait to see what you'll do with the painting.

[@jonienelson3170]

Hi Daniel! Big fan of your videos. Rookie artist here and enjoy all your helpful tips/techniques you graciously share. I also prime my canvases with gesso (3-4 coats)and have a 4 inch roller that speeds up this process and keep the roller in a small plastic baggie to keep it wet while the layers dry. Then one clean up of the roller and done! Quick and easy!

[@Specifically_Me]

Thank you for keeping it real.

[@janebrownell6828]

The lion was looking great to me. But I understand how you want it to be perfect for you. Can't wait to see how you do it.

[@codyneher7044]

Firstly, fantastic videos, they are great for inspiration and to just watch for enjoyment. As far as pumping out a painting like this in a few days for a video, I would happily watch you paint this entire painting over a 4+ part series where you can go into even more detail about your thought processes, techniques, etc.. I have watched your hour+ long lion eye video multiple times now. Even a "kinda start over failure" such as this is fantastic to watch and learn. I am excited to see where this will take you next!

[@Andriyanova_Ilona]

Спасибо❤

[@UtahGmaw99]

You are the one that knows what it is that is right for you and for the painting. It is also good for your viewers to know this happens more than most people know. It is better to start over now than wait and waste more time on it. You are doing great! I hope you don't feel you have to put out a painting just to make us all happy. Do what you need to do and your true viewers will get the message and keep watching. This was a good leson to learn. 👍

[@1sacoyle]

Starting with paint by numbers as a child I can honestly say I have been painting all my life ( now 73 yrs old). Mostly self taught until TV artist & KZbin came along. Being a horse crazy little girl and now adult I wanted my horses to look as real as possible. I have since branched out to other subjects and am currently trying to paint everyday to hone my skills by painting still lifes. It is a joy to watch you paint and listen to your narrative. Thank you so much for your gift of sharing your painting adventures with us.

[@Mayoctob]

Amazing work🎉

[@Imagine_horse]

Сегодня у меня был трудный день.... И тут ваше видео, оно вдохновило меня создавать новые рисунки красками и выпускать видео на Ютуб ❤🥹❤️

[@dabedu8850]

Last video, I told you to make a lion. And now, I'm seeing a lion. Thank you

[@sanchita_v]

I loved the photo above the one you chose. Loved the sunlight hittig the lion's face..

[@realjoy...]

I love the way you do your craft.. You are amazing artist. Honestly I wanna be like you. But I cannot be like you overnight

[@barbaran3034]

I love how you can vision thru all the steps you go thru. It's amazing.

[@carolineridlington5010]

Cant wait...!!!... fabulous video...

[@curtisjones9372]

Honestly at the point you said you weren’t enjoying it, it looked done it looked amazing at that point. I think artists tend to be too critical of themselves in the constant strive to improve but it would have been fine to call it there and still have been a breath taking piece.

[@AylaZA]

One of my mentors told me a couple weeks ago, don't overwork your wildlife. Boom. Simple advice. I went into my studio and realised I do overpaint because I have no clear idea of when to stop. Possibly why I lije/hate commissions 😂. I feel the pain. Perhaps staring more and painting less...

[@K_kreates]

Looks great by the way even if your not liking the direction it’s taking

[@dabedu8850]

I love lions

[@pamvizina8668]

Well I wish I didn't have to wait to see the adjustment but ok I'll wait...❤

[@alisoncreighton7300]

I love all these reference photos . But really pleased you picked that one Daniel . I can see the intense concentration on the lion's face . Is he weighing up a young usurper to his pride ? Watching the lionesses take down theirs and his prey ? Or maybe the time of year to choose his next queen ? Really looking forward to this one 😊

[@victoriacharlesworth7099]

Google images for ‘Lion of Judah’ will bring up some really great ref pics. I agree, planning and observation is a very important factor in getting artistic detail from the eye onto the canvas. Can’t wait to see what you do to him. 👨‍🎨

[@Msg_creation6]

Man his work is just so tedious one, look up for a reference photo for the painting, Then paint it on the canvas like that type of work is just gonna take a heck a lot of time though. Well we appreciate your work we are with you 😊

[@debbiemay3265]

O by the way bought your paint brushes, love them ..

[@carolineridlington5010]

I just brought some too...not used them yet...but excited but to receive them and the fact l actually managed to buy something online without my husbands help..😂

[@AnnamoonFineArt]

Did you tried Watercolor pencils or pastel pencils for grid lines? They go away much easier than regular pencillines.

[@StudioWildlife]

I’ve not given that a try, but I’ll have a go next time! great idea 😁

[@flamingcrystal1]

I love your lion painting❤... pleaee tell me what type of projector you used to get the correct preportions of the eyes, nose etc

[@StudioWildlife]

Thank you, I didn’t use a projector for this piece, just the grid method, first with brushes then with a pencil afterwards to refine it. But I do project my drawings too, here’s the video about the projector I use kzbin.info/www/bejne/aqekloelnLJ2qMUsi=VWDs2QWfnXMqta4Q

[@kennethtedder3153]

How did you select your block in colors?

[@leventcicin4608]

Aslanları ve kaplanları 50 yıldır bilen ve çizen biriyim..Benim.böyle bir video kanalım yok, ayrıca resimi çok beğendiğimi söylemeliyim..Videodaki görüntüler resimin son hali mi bilemiyorum?Ancak, sadece sağ göz, görülüyor olsa da göz çukuru biraz daha büyük olmalıydı..Bıyıklar da daha belirgin olmalı diye düşündüm..Kanalı takibe devam edelim, üstad kutluyorum, fikrimi söyledim umarım yanlış anlaşılmam..🖌️🎨🦁👍👏❤️🇹🇷😊

[@ShannonShanks-il8ip]

I would much rather see an honest representation of what artists actually experience. Sometimes that means videos take longer. Good job starting over vs fighting through and not enjoying the process. Part of what makes your art what it is is the love of the subject.

[@kennethtedder3153]

Where did you find your reference photo?

[@StudioWildlife]

I’ve got a blog post about where I can find reference photos studiowildlife.com/choosing-the-perfect-reference-photo-for-your-wildlife-art/

[@dabedu8850]

I have like a thousand photos of lione on my phone lmao

[@debbiemay3265]

May I ask where you get your reference photos.. I'm always thinking copyright issues, can you advise me please how you approach this.

[@StudioWildlife]

I mention the sites I use in a lot of my other videos, also here’s a blog post I created about reference photos and where to find them 👍 studiowildlife.com/choosing-the-perfect-reference-photo-for-your-wildlife-art/

[@Artist_Mysh2010]

Subscribe:)😊😊😊😊😊

[@rawilson7768]

I have a question, any advice on places to find high resolution reference photos?

[@StudioWildlife]

Wildlifereferencephotos.com great and really affordable references!

[@Gnadab]

KZbin and social media apps are the biggest hindrance to your artistic progression. Great technical skills though.

[@ExplorewithSarahlouise]

Can you paint off others photos? I was always told you couldn’t but it cuts out a lot so what is your take on this as a professional?

[@StudioWildlife]

Check out my blog post with how I choose my reference photos, you can’t just use any reference you find on the internet you have to ask for permission from the photographer or purchase licenses. There’s more info on the post studiowildlife.com/choosing-the-perfect-reference-photo-for-your-wildlife-art/

[@waleedtuber1805]

1st

[@jeremykaratka9363]

Every time I paint it is actually pointless