Explore the Magic of L.S. Lowry: The Artist who Painted Northern England - Art History School

[@luci1474]

This is such a sad story. He had such a kind face.... his paintings are extraordinary!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Yes, he was a quite unique artist.

[@galland3496]

These small glimpses into artists lives are devastatingly good, you need to be put forward for a special award in art honouring all those who have opened people's knowledge of the subject. Thank you.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Wow, thank you! Really pleased you enjoyed my videos. Cheers Paul

[@andreaandrea6716]

Best comment!!! I thoroughly agree!!

[@tritzispoosa]

He really painted a lot of people in motion within the city ,yet he seemed to live outside of life. He was so talented. Very interesting video. I love these videos so much. 🇨🇦

[@ArtHistorySchool]

He did have Asperger's which is probably why he saw himself as an 'outsider'.

[@magdalena-lisarobertson4143]

Thank you for your wonderful biography of such a gentle artist. I did not know he had Asperger's. I do too, and I love to draw and paint. His life resonated with me. Same loneliness, same road in many many ways. He is my new inspiration. I will be watching this again and again.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

That's wonderful, I hope you continue to paint and draw brilliantly. He was an amazing artist who did have to battle the odds to succeed. Cheers

[@DonnaSnyder]

What a sad tale of emotional abuse. The only redemption is that nonetheless he followed his own way and persevered and, even if he did not see it, be was an immense success. So sad or not, it is a happy tale as well. Thank you. His paintings and drawings were a pleasure.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

I agree, but it could be that his mother was also on the spectrum and didn't/couldn't understand the needs of an Asperger Syndrome child. We shall never know.

[@sabrinanascimento5248]

I have Aspergers OCD. I decided to paint. These videos are inspirational.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Thank you and good luck with your painting.

[@glynislaidlaw4064]

Thank you so much for this wonderful over view, Lowry has a special place in my heart! I was born in Manchester in the 50's but spent a lot of my life living between Australia and New Zealand. Back in the seventies I was working and living in Manchester and my Grandfather who was a Mancunian took me to see some Lowry paintings, I loved them. many years later I did my Arts Degree in Perth Western Australia, I married a man from Salford, he too was a Lowry fan, this Christmas Day past we both watched the Movie of Lowry, it was so heart wrenching but so well done. . Two days later my husband passed away. It was the last movie we enjoyed together. I will always be a Lowry fan and over the years teaching art I always introduced my students to his work. Love your posts keep up the great work, they are so well done and very informative, thank you, Lowry fan living in NZ

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Thank you . Really pleased you enjoyed my video. Lowry is obviously very special to you. All the best. Paul

[@carolking6355]

Watching this for the second time. How I loved Lowrys paintings. What a brutal mother he had. He seemed such a lovely, shy , gentle person and I am so happy he had such a lovely girl as a friend. We all need a good friend . The film was vile. Should never been allowed as such fake history. Thank you for this.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Really pleased you enjoyed my video, I think Lowry was quite a simple soul, yet he did have a darker side. His paintings have an honesty about them which I like.

[@hirakd2800]

That made my heart heavy. An outstanding eyepiece to this great painters life! Seems his mother was meaner than mine.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Yes, it is amazing the impact mothers have on their children's lives.

[@onitasanders7403]

Amazing how the human spirit can find a way to somehow survive even when surrounded by such negativity as Mr. Lowly experienced. How important family support can be. I was left very sad by his life struggles to be what he always wanted to be, an artist. How fortunate we are to enjoy his work even though it is bittersweet.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Yes, he had a tough life, but he left us with some great paintings. Cheers

[@JoachimderZweite]

This was wonderful. I love it when I stumble upon these Gems on the Internet and learn something beautiful and new. This was a light in the darkness of our time. Thanks!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Wow, thank you. Really pleased you enjoyed my video. Maybe, you might like the others too? Cheers Paul

[@2gramsovcoke]

Fantastic news

[@georgel9679]

i love his paintings and drawings he pays so much attention to detail in his little characters

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Yes, he was a wonderful artist, very observant.

[@codydylan6042]

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[@lucianoomar8626]

@Cody Dylan Instablaster :)

[@georgel9679]

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[@ginacrusco234]

A visionary who followed his own lights. Thank you for introducing him to me and so many others!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

My pleasure, glad you enjoyed the video.

[@jeanross7430]

So sad that negative comments can inflict such pain. He was so talented and so beloved in the end.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Considering what is happening now, Lowry's life reflects what it is like to be different and be ridiculed because of it.

[@JayGideon-7]

Thank you for introducing me to Lowery and his fantastic art. I'm happy about this discovery -- of an artist who simply painted what moved him, without regard for "fitting in". His story and his paintings are a great inspiration to me as I try to find the courage to ignore my Inner Critic.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you liked the video. You have to control the inner critic, otherwise it can overwhelm you.

[@anastasiarose9003]

I love the work and style of L.S. Lowry. So crisp and clear. Very relaxing for me.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

He was a great painter, but quite a sad life.

[@anastasiarose9003]

@@ArtHistorySchool Yes, it was very, very, sad. With his personality issues he would still have been one, maybe even younger, if his mother hadn't been so selfish and mean. I believe in multiple life times, so I hope this time round he is happier.

[@aconsideredmoment]

Lowry's story made my heart hurt. It made me all the happier to see him in a happy moment in the photo of him in a suit covered in paint and standing next to his painting and holding his palette. Thank you for sharing. So many styles, so much talent, but also really capturing in his story and through his work his particular viewpoint and how he was able to interact on this level with a society from which he was somewhat alienated.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Thank you I'm really pleased you enjoyed the video. Lowry certainly had a tough life, but I'm sure it also had it's highlights. Cheers

[@giaatta9303]

Fantastic summary of a great mans’ life. Many thanks for your knowledge and analysis of his life.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed it. He was a wonderful painter.

[@andreaandrea6716]

You bring so much joy to those of us who live for Art! Your enthusiasm and love for the subject matter is palpable. Thank you so much for contributing to my education and brightening my days!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Thank you so much 😀

[@elainelblais3201]

I love his work . I always have , even though I didn't know anything about him. Learning the facts of his life increases my appreciation.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

He was a great artist, glad you enjoyed the video.

[@davidhindley7460]

I grew up in Bolton with Lowry prints on the walls. I very very much appreciated this video. Thank you so much for the work you put into this.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

You are very welcome! I think, as a northern, you can appreciate his paintings and the ideas behind them. Cheers

[@danieldriver.x]

Bolton? Wigan's better. :)

[@nerd_alert927]

Thank you. Being the art lover that I am, I had never heard/seen of Lowry or his work. Thank you for such a thorough video, like always.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

You are so welcome! Really pleased you enjoyed the video and become aware of Lowry. Cheers Paul

[@timdanyo898]

I think we all can relate to separated longing and standing on the outside looking in. There is a certain comfort and humanity in his work because of this connection.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

You have summed him up very well, we have all been there at some stage in our lives.

[@rodemarieaguirre8884]

Sad story of loneliness but as a artist myself, I understand....he captured the moments of peoples lives in action which is was a gift to the future....RIP

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Yes, he was a much underrated artist.

[@tessellatiaartilery8197]

Loved this episode. What an incredible tenacity and focus Lowry had despite all the negativity and naysayers around him. This channel is the best for art history. As always thank you very much for your great videos.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Many thanks, really pleased you enjoyed the video. Cheers

[@minismith7329]

Your videos are a great source of comfort in this very troubled world of ours.Thank you for your offerings of the arts that are the remedy the world needs for healing....

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Not sure my videos would have that sort of impact, but it is a nice thought. Cheers Paul

[@iangallager4091]

When so many so called knowledgeable critics belittled his obvious skills as draughtsman and painter I still feel, even after his death a need to speak up on his behalf and tell them where to go. None of them today are household names but Lowry is and his work lives on. Well told and enjoyable. Many thanks

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Yes, he is much under rated. He was a great artist.

[@dldenison]

Thank you so much. Something about his paintings gives me the same feelings as reading TS Elliott's, The Waste Land.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

I hadn't made the connection, but I see what you mean.

[@jasmin0930]

Thank you for introducing me to such a wonderful artist. I truly enjoyed learning about L.S. Lowry and seeing some of his work. It’s terrible he never really had his mother’s support and that’s really all he wanted. I hope you get lots of views on this so many more people will know his story and see his wonderful works 🙏🏻

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Thank you for your very kind comment. Really pleased you enjoyed the video.

[@kambrose1549]

Yet another treasure trove of info and insight into an artists life! It's hard to find much on Lowry and this was so enjoyable and full of examples of his work! Fabulous!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers

[@robertjohnburton9775]

As an Aspie, I understand Lowry's frustration. A little kindness goes a long way for us; I endured an overbearing mother. Lowry was brilliant.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

You obviously have greater insights into the condition that the rest of us. I'm really pleased you liked the video.

[@sabrinanascimento5248]

I am an Aspie. After years of Retail, I am taking up Art. My Twin Georg is on You Tube with his own Art Channel. I know the struggle of Aspergers OCD.

[@sabrinanascimento5248]

I know a lot of my paintings are good, others not so good, I am always learning and drawing and painting, some look like a kid did it. Some have improved. Anatomy is so hard. So I fall back on my stick figures. I did the shooting of George Floyd and others because if they were anatomically correct people wouldn’t like them so I do stick figures scenes, , people could be more detached looking at them.

[@carmenpeters728]

This historian fails to mention that it was normal to dress boys in a 'dress' and, that no one knew what aspergers was at that time. Did you notice all the negative comments are leveled at his mother? Doesn't that tell you something?

[@maureenglynn2458]

Excellent presentation on the life and work of LS.Lowry. The humanity of the man is clearly visible in his life and art.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Thank you, I'm really pleased you enjoyed the video. Cheers

[@michellegordon456]

Thank you so much for posting, such a sad story in a way, you have really brought him to life with your very engaging and knowledgeable presentation.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Thanks, glad you enjoyed the video.

What a sad story... his mother was horrible and abusive. But at least he never turned bitter and hateful like his mother, and was capable to see the good in others and try his best to help. His art and the people he was kind to, keep his memory alive ❤

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Yes. he did have a tough time, but his art is wonderful despite everything. Cheers

[@nsb9999]

I know how it feels to have little support from family for my own life path. This is a refreshing reminder that if you are your own cheerleader, you can do anything you want in your career.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Well said. Cheers

[@danieladeutsch1708]

Very interesting. From the beginning of his work I see lots of sadness, loneliness and isolation in his figures, even, when they are in a group. Later in the 20´s I see a strong influence of Art Déco (Reminds me of Tamara de Lempicka). The group paintings - with very dark figures on the white background remind me of the work of the czech painter Josef Lada - although the theme is totally different, I am talking about the contrast of the colors. The painting "The Head of a Man" looks to me like his self-Dorian-Gray-portrait. Thank you very much, for introducing us to this interesting painter. Btw. your style needs to be acknowledged, how you always dress up for a specific theme. You are an original! Thank you very much!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

That's really kind. Really pleased you enjoyed my video. He certainly did had a struggle in his life, but he left us some great paintings.

[@artform7836]

Appearances can be misleading. Someone seemingly uninteresting goes on to be a giant in the world of art! I wonder how many others out there are destined to discover their world in artistic endeavors! Well presented and much appreciated! As an artist, I'm so happy to learn of artists hitherto unknown. Keep them coming!!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

You're right there must be lots of artists all over the world who, if they had be in the right place at the right time would be so much better known. Glad you enjoy my videos. Cheers Paul

[@jasmin5753]

Heartfelt episode. Thank you Paul for your outstanding videos. I enjoy them immensely.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Really pleased you enjoyed my video, Lowry had a tough life, that's for sure.

[@zahara815]

I loved this bio thank you for this video

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers

[@dixirose111]

Just wow. I am now a Lowrey fan. Thank you!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

That's wonderful. Lowry was quite a unique artist. Cheers Paul

[@andreaandrea6716]

I only discovered Lowry recently, sort of peripherally... and then, when watching Landscape Artist of the Year, Kate Bryan mentioned him (comparing a painter's style to Lowry) and, although I didn't know his name, I knew immediately who she was talking about and looked him up. I was delighted to find that the image (of the painting) I had in my head matched the name ... and became immediately smitten with his work. It makes me so sad that he didn't know just how wonderful he was/is. Thank you for covering THIS Artist!! I so enjoyed this particular episode.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Really pleased you enjoyed my video. Cheers

[@helenevinet3341]

I was in Manchester and visited the gallery exhibiting his work, i even have a little shrine at home in his honour! Very touching being and great lecture.Thanks

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Wow, he was a great artist and very interesting human being.

[@davevanfunk8917]

I had never heard of L.S. Lowry. What a treat! The way he composes his crowd scenes reminds me of Ben Shahn. And hearing of his despair, I'm reminded of William Kurelek.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Yes, Lowry is a very under-rated painter.

[@carlwilde635]

I discovered his work accidentally after watching the Timothy Spall movie “Mrs. Lowry & Son” - As an engineer and draughtsman from the days of pen and ink, I was struck by the way he distilled buildings down to geometric form with few details and yet introduced a level of depressing misery I was familiar with growing up in the industrial North of England. Spall’s movie on Turner is also worthwhile watching. Very much enjoyed your video, thanks for taking the time to produce it.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

As a Northern myself I can relate to what you say. Glad you enjoyed the movie. I have seen the film, it's very good. Cheers

[@ledlight6630]

You are a great narrator, what a sad life , the worst thing was the way that his mother treated him,she always demoralized him, yet he felt lost when she died,I enjoyed the video thanks very much🙋‍♀️

[@ArtHistorySchool]

I'm pleased you enjoyed the video. Yes, he did indeed have a tough life. Cheers

[@cindyjurek7325]

What a wonderful artist. His point of view is unique for it’s time.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

It certainly was. Cheers

[@rainyroots]

Wonderful video. I love being able to get an insight into an artist's life and the motivation behind their work. It's great having the artwork in the video too!! In one way, it is terribly sad that Lowry experienced such loneliness, yet perhaps without this he wouldn't have made such extraordinary artwork.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

I think the life lived has a profound effect on what artists produce.

[@MoYvStarkey]

His figures have humor to them and a kindness in their posture and attitude. But some of the portraits are intense with probing and desperate stares. I've grown to appreciate Power's work. It never dissapoints.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you like Lowry, he was a great painter.

[@frenchgrama]

Thank you soooo much for sharing Lowry’s story - it’s heartbreakingly sad but so interesting and I enjoyed it very much.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers Paul

[@manuvasari]

Thank you very much! Lowry is one of my favorites! Cheers from Argentina!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Cheers from England

[@belindahugheslifestyle]

Brilliant beyond words, Paul!!! Merci beaucoups for introducing me to L.S. Lowry, who, had I met him, would probably have been a dear friend and colleague. Namaste'.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Many thanks Belinda, I'm sure he would have been a lovely chap to get to know.

[@garthl2954]

THANK YOU!!! I recently inherited a Lowry of 1943 which I have yet to see catalogued! It is, of course, a busy streetscape, people, children and dogs ... I love it but wish I knew more of its intent!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Wow, sounds great. I hope you can find out much more about it.

[@davidmayhew8083]

Thankyou! Sad and amazing story. The artists life...

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Very true

[@lifeasis266]

Lowry was Pieter Bruegel of 20 th century. Such a great artist with outstanding skills.I didn’t know about the artist. Shame on me:) You did a great job, Paul. Thanks!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

I hadn't made the connection myself, but I think you are probably right.

[@samcollage7682]

A fascinating artist unknown to me until now.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

He was an unusual artist, true.

[@kamaljeetchugh]

I love it. Very well articulated. What I admire is his treatment of backgrounds. They so beautifully compliment his subject. A good name to know and appreciate.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Thank you, I'm really pleased you enjoyed my video. Cheers Paul

[@flatbrokefrank6482]

I went to the Lowry at the keys about fifteen years ago there was an exhibition - the gallery had borrowed paintings not owned by the Lowry - as soon as I went in there was a painting of a man with big eyes, painted mainly in green, I stood there in awe - I have since asked about the painting but no one could shed any light on it as it belonged to a private owner - I suspect it would have been done in 1938 from what you have described. Who knows it may come to light again one day!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Are you sure it isn't his self portrait with red eyes with greenish skin tones painted in 1939?

[@flatbrokefrank6482]

@@ArtHistorySchool No he had green tones in his eyes, the whole picture appeared to be green with a little yellow - Stay Safe

[@FishingtonBurpPuzzle]

I just love everything about his paintings. They certainly express the human condition. They are kind of arrested childhood and unique.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

That's a really interesting description.

[@itkapatanka]

Great presentation, thanks. 14:37 The man asleep on the wall is a self portrait. Note the initials on the suitcase.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

No, it is not a self portrait. There is a famous quote from L S Lowry where he describes being on a trolley bus and seeing the man asleep on the wall waiting for the bus. He said he was so impressed with the man he created a painting of the incident and put his own initials on his suitcase.

[@itkapatanka]

@@ArtHistorySchool Fascinating, thanks for educating me, I feel such a fool now!

[@PaulPriestleyart]

@@itkapatanka There is absolutely no need to feel a fool. It was a natural assumption to make. Cheers Paul

[@anneross5347]

Hello I have only just found this channel and can I just say how much I have enjoyed learning about Lowry. When I was younger( many moons ago!) I really didn’t get Lowry but as I have grown up I appreciate his work and have come to enjoy it. Thank you for this informative view of Lowry and I am looking forward to many more. 💕🌞

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you liked the video, there are many more videos on my new art history website: arthistoryschool.com

[@kimberlypatton9634]

Yes he's one of my heroes! Great video! Artists are indeed shaped by every single moment they breathe... 👍

[@ArtHistorySchool]

That's true.

[@Newtooils]

I agree with Gale. I felt very emotional about this artist. Thank you for introducing him to me.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

You are very welcome. I think he does deserves a wider audience.

[@robertmcintyre4088]

Footbridge is one of my favourite paintings of all time. Really enjoyed watching this! Cheers!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Thank you, Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers

[@andrewusher5560]

A sad lonely man, but a wonderful artist, I have one of his brushes given to me almost 50 years ago, been an artist myself I often pick up the brush and ask him for Inspiration, especially when doing portraiture, thanks for uploading I really enjoyed it.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Really pleased you enjoyed my video, he was indeed a great artist. Cheers

[@trentriver]

Thanks! I certainly knew of Lowry, but had no idea he had such a tortured life - quite sad in many way, but it certainly informed his art.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Many thanks for your donation, much appreciated. Glad you enjoyed my video. Cheers

[@nicky2591]

I love the accident ,it looks like the picture on the school i was at in the 1970 never forget it .loved it ,and im pretty sure that the teacher said it was a Lowery.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

That's a great painting - a much under rated artist.

[@andreavassell6830]

Thank you ,enjoyed it so much .He had a very sad life ,poor man.Was made up to see painting of Old Road ,Fails worth , I grew up on Dean Street just around the corner .👍🤗

[@ArtHistorySchool]

That's brilliant, you must have recognised many of the places he painted. Cheers

[@mame-musing]

Thank you for such an informative documentary of Lowry’s life richly illustrated with so many images of his work. While on my first and only visit to Tate Britain I saw one of his paintings. At the time I was charmed by the unusual style which conveyed such a sense of busyness and movement of the many figures within a stark urban setting. In it’s primitiveness, it reminded me of an urban version of a Grandma Moses* painting. For years I regretted not making a note as to the painter’s name. Fortunately, due to more recent public awareness of his work and wonderful presentations such as yours, his name is well known to me now. (*Anna Mary Robertson Moses) Thank you for this wonderful series about the artists’ lives beyond their creative output.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Thank you for your kind comment. I was not aware of Grandma Moses, I've just had a quick look at some of her work. Really pleased you enjoyed my video. Cheers Paul

[@PeterWoodstorrechianca]

@@ArtHistorySchool its true the paintings are similar

[@PolkRidgeAesthete]

@@ArtHistorySchool Really?! Its makes me wonder whether Grandma Moses is as well-known outside the States as I would have thought. Glad this response led you to discover her!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Lowry is a very well known and loved artist in the UK but I doubt many have heard of him outside of this country. I suspect the same is true of Grandma Moses in relation to the US.

[@debwalker721]

Oh, I really love Lowry's work. Thank you for sharing about the lesser known artists.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed it. It was a great artist. Cheers

[@gloriawheatley-holder7080]

Love this man’s work!Wish I could own one!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

You would need a couple of million I'm afraid.

[@jameskenny8821]

Never liked his work but promoting and still remembering his art is essential for living togethre in modern times.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

I think you are right.

[@sylvain_st_pierre_2019]

What an absolutely amazing person and artist. Not to many humans like that. I think we could have been freinds. Thanks again for that great video.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Cheers

[@maritamigale1551]

Gracias, con sus videos, no solo me enriquezco culturalmente sino que práctico un exquisite english

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Me alegra que disfrutes de mis videos, buena suerte aprendiendo inglés. Salud

[@martinquarton184]

Love the documentary. I'd just watched Mrs Lowry and Son. Liked it alot.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you liked it. Cheers

[@SteveMandylifestyle]

I am really enjoying watching your videos. One thing repeats for almost every artist - a large amount of rejection and criticism. My work has been rejected so many times and I take comfort in the fact that this is a common theme. I don't want fame, just the freedom to paint, and like Lowry, I sometimes feel I paint images that nobody wants.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Unfortunately, we all suffer rejection and criticism, but like Lowry and many others, if you are convinced of the value of your own work, you just keep plugging away. You never know one day.....

[@chrishoo2]

Lowry’s art is a way of seeing what life was really like in the northern industrial towns.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Yes, it was. Manchester was the world's first industrialised city, but like all industrial

[@ArtHistorySchool]

cities it relied on a large working class population to make it work. Lowry reflected their lives.

[@natzq5004]

I love these presentations. I came across these amazing videos while doing research on certain artists for my child's school project. They are captivating, simplist and of course educational. I will definitely be sharing these fantastic finds, when the children return after the Easter half term. Thanks you so much!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you like them and thanks for sharing, much appreciated. Cheers

[@georgiaandrews4962]

What a wonderful presentation - I love how you portray the all the painters' characters, as if you are living their lives. I had not heard of LS Lowry - but I will surely do some research now. As a Canadian, I would love if you would do a presentation on Emily Carr - she is very beloved here, and such a character she was!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Really pleased you enjoyed my video, Lowry was quite unique. I'll have a look at Emily Carr, I must admit I don't know much about her. Cheers Paul

[@dldenison]

Artist in School I, too, think you would have an interesting point of view on Carr's life and work. Like Lowry, a fascinating study.

[@evanescapades2513]

Wow!!!!! Now i perhaps know why abandoned, broken glassed fading bricked factories are so hauntingly appealing to me.....

[@ArtHistorySchool]

There is beauty in decay

[@christhornley1664]

I have always loved Mr Lowry's artwork. I first came across his art when I was a boy. In the assembly hall of the school I attended was a large print of one of his industrial landscapes, it always drew my attention. I see a kindred spirit in Mr Lowry, we share quite a few characteristics. I also feel a profound loss at the way much of the architecture in our towns and cities has been swept away to be replaced with soulless and sanitised modernism.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

I whole heartedly agree. I have also like his work since school days.

[@osip7315]

outstanding coverage; informed, well presented and plenty of paintings !

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers

[@ZiggySheppardUK]

Thanks for the lesson. I researched Lowry after buying a Blake Mill shirt inspired by him. I was only aware of a few of his more famous paintings and one of those was only because I love football stadia. You can probably guess which is my favourite.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

I certainly can. Glad you liked the video. Cheers

[@isabelolsson1890]

Thanks so much for this interesting information on Lowrys life and paintings. ❤

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers

[@buttercup1765]

Your personality in these videos always makes me 😊

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Yay, thank you!

[@vozamaraktv-art5595]

Awesome!! Your 'life of artist's videos are so good! My favourite of this series was when you did Monet. Your videos are so well researched and well made, it's hard to believe you don't have more than million subscribers. You are truly underrated!!! ❤️ I would suggest next in this series, either Matisse or Dali.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Thank you so much! Really pleased you enjoyed the video and yes it would be great to have many more subscribers, one day perhaps. I've done a video on Matisse kzbin.info/www/bejne/nYipq36amsykY5I but Dali is definitely on the list. Cheers

[@brucefairman517]

Excellent. I like Lowry's work but you show many paintings of his I have never seen. Thank you.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

You are very welcome

[@PeterWoodstorrechianca]

A wise woman once said to me old bachelors, its always because of the mother, I am surprised people have never heard of him, maybe it depends how old you are

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Yes, and his his case I think she couldn't cope with his Asperger's condition.

[@jb7052]

One of the best videos on Lowry that I have seen. Very well put together and informative. Thanks

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Wow, thank you! Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers

[@danielh7678]

Thanks Paul, this was a really interesting video. I grew up in Manchester but never really asked the question who Lowry was and what was special about his paintings until now. It sounds as though he had a challenging life, like many artists do. I wasn't aware that he suffered from Asperger's Syndrome. I think that kind of comes through in his paintings. As you mentioned, he was an outsider who loved to observe other people, but was never part of the activity. I think that is quite a common complaint in people with that type of Autism. I will definitely be looking into more of his work and life now!

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Hi Daniel, really pleased you like the video. Lowry certainly had a tough life , particularly considering the mother he had, nevertheless he was a great artist.

[@clairesmith6682]

This is brilliant. I learned so much and enjoyed the way you delivered the information. Many thanks.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers

[@Zek-nc5tr]

Love this history of Lowry. Thank you for making it .

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed it. Cheers

[@heleynedaigle7021]

Yes , I really enJOYed knowing about L.S.Lowry, 👌 💕 merci beaucoup de Québec 🌎

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Cheers from England

[@brucecggallagher1949]

I loved this story and its history, and of course the art! Cheers from Victoria, British Columbia, Canada

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed the video. Cheers from England

[@mummytumy]

Very sad story, I am from Stockport, but moved to Australia in 1963 as a young boy with a large family. I was a stockman working in the outback. but because of ill health, I became a landscape artist. selling my art all over the world and Australia.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

It was a sad story, good luck with your painting.

[@mummytumy]

@@ArtHistorySchool cheers thanks, been having a lot of sales. so that is always good. cheers.

[@debbiesunlight7047]

Please Carry on doing this series it’s totally wonderful. Thankyou. Have subbed and will do Patreon

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Thank you, really pleased you are enjoying the series. There will be more, but they do take time to produce. Thanks for the sub and Patreon, much appreciated. Cheers Paul

[@thebuilder1222]

That was fascinating. Thank you for taking the time to put this together.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@pamelamckenzie2685]

Fantastic lovely man great Art.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

He was a great artist, largely misunderstood at the time, but much more appreciated now.

[@Picasso_Picante92]

Really enjoyed this lesson. Didn't know about L.S. Lowry. Keep them coming.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Thanks, will do!

[@havingalook2]

I loved your presentation. I learned so much about this wonderful painter.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Glad you enjoyed it! Cheers

[@tradcatholic]

Such a wonderful story.

[@ArtHistorySchool]

Many thanks