Out of the Darkness

[@BrunoMoreiraTorres]

And, somehow, he managed to do a Halloween-themed restoration video. What a legend.

[@davidmontgomery1016]

I thought the same thing.

[@myitbos1335]

Was half expecting the eyes to pop open during the final reveal.

[@DocWilco]

Absolute unit

[@artemyres]

oh my god

[@hron84]

Same thoughts came to my mind :D

[@lorraineene2949]

Julian before the restoration: let’s take the painting out of the darkness! Julian after the restoration: put it back!

[@just-dl]

That’s my suggestion! Yikes!

[@Lumimyrsky]

Haha, best comment ever 😂

[@dappergenesis822]

Sounds like you might have a sore throat. Hope you feel better Julian!

[@cess4089]

That nasty flu is going around. Take care.

[@asiazielinska9648]

I don't know if he is sick but while listening I heared Ryan Reynolds sometimes 😂

[@Sweetyhide]

Seems half the world has gotten that nasty cold virus going around that takes your voice. Took me 2 weeks to feel better from it.

[@aumenarys]

@@asiazielinska9648 I can hear it too hahah

[@StarCrusher.]

Hopefully not from screaming at kit

[@8114梦见]

Julian trying so hard to squeeze in as many Halloween-related puns as possible is very on brand

[@vincentmancini6279]

Halloween indeed! Start visiting museums and galleries. Get educated!!

[@CraftyTaty]

Don’t strain yourself to produce videos for our sake Julian! Rest up and recuperate, you deserve it.

[@ate-ē-ate]

It’s mainly for the clients sake.

[@dannil9878]

@@ate-ē-atehealth comes before clients and money.

[@error.418]

@@dannil9878 sure, but he's also an adult who can make his own decisions...

[@nindylaw1579]

i just have d time to watch now, and see d answer in d comment... even tho i noe julian ady heal, i still pray for his health... 🥲🥲

[@rdaws73]

Sponsors demand videos

[@bingewatchingintesifies809]

The way your voice sounds in this video is awakening my human nurturing instinct Julian. I want to make you soup.

[@Unknown_crusader]

😂❤️

[@titinahernandezsanchez4494]

THAT'S WHAT I WAS THINKING, I'M SO CLOSE TO GO TO THE KITCHEN AND MAKE MANZANILLA TEA FOR HIS throat (Chamomile tea, but I'm Mexican)

[@aruvielevenstar3944]

Me too, and lay him in a warm bed. But I am a nurse so..😅

[@pookaharvest1445]

The only thing scarier than the state of this painting is the state of Julian’s voice.

[@stephaniesnape6787]

Nope the painting itself is the scariest thing…I don’t like to ponder the internal world of this painters mind too much.

[@pogostix6097]

As a dabbling seamstress, I very much appreciate how you always take care to finish off the backs of your paintings after stretching. Nice, neat, tidy, no raw edges left to fray and ruin your hard work later. Makes my brain happy.

[@golden1789]

It's wonderful.

[@shanettequao9043]

When you said there was no varnish, I was actually quite surprised. The soot has really darkened this painting

[@KazyReed]

My cat Waldorf sat and watched this entire video, absolutely riveted. He was either engrossed in your technique or possessed by the woman in the painting.

[@yessanknow302]

It's a man.

[@kouriec6866]

@@yessanknow302 Gender is a social construct.

[@ellipsisms]

​@@kouriec6866 Ok, that's true. But it's clearly a man.

[@kouriec6866]

@@ellipsisms But what's the point? Why insist on a gender? I don't think it's "clearly a man" but I also don't really care? That's not the point of the painting or of this video. Don't you have better things to do with your time than hunt down comments that say otherwise and "correct" them with your opinion?

[@GlitchyBastard]

@@kouriec6866 LMAO you're a butthurt attack helicopter don't you😅

[@TheKidrauhul]

This is my favorite youtube channel and it breaks my heart to hear Julian like this! I suddenly have the urge to make him some tea 😄

[@liudmiladelcastillo5581]

With honey and lemon 😊

[@derschwartzadder]

@@liudmiladelcastillo5581 and a dash of bourbon.

[@Annie1962]

He's a grown up - he can take care of himself

[@vertrippt]

@@Annie1962 you can take care of yourself AND enjoy some tea 🤷🏼‍♀️

[@mircat28]

@@Annie1962 He is also married and his wife can make him tea and soup so pretending to be his medical care person isn’t necessary.

[@PuffPastry-ke3cm]

If the painting were actually haunted, I'm sure that the ghost would appreciate all the work that's been done.

[@jiso5232]

The ghost was passing by at 19:10

[@AmandaTroutman]

I love how thoughtful and caring Julian's fans are. Great painting, great restoration, and great comments. Feel better soon, Julian!

[@poohbearsmom2964]

As a smoker. This is the very reason that I’ve never smoked inside my home. I also don’t burn candles in my house. You can’t see the smoke deposits day to day. But, the accumulation is much more damaging that one realizes.

[@derschwartzadder]

@@poohbearsmom2964 does the same thing to your lungs. Just saying. Your choice, but I'd say you're worth more than any painting.

[@StefanCreates]

I'd say this comment section is one of the best I've seen on KZbin, if not the best ^^

[@mircat28]

Same type of comments in every well liked vlogger channel! The over zealous fans who think they are personal friends and the suck ups who swear they are so depressed he has saved their lives. This is all over KZbin. I can name four as I sit here.

[@Stettafire]

​@@mircat28 Wow so edgy. Much edge. Wow.

[@artsygiu]

I find it so nice when Julian mentions his father and what he learned with him.

[@meerimderbisheva]

Julian, thank you for your efforts,we all appreciate your hard work despite the cold you must be having and please do get better, take care of yourself !

[@isabella.b.]

This painting looks like when you are by yourself, sitting and leaning your back against the wall, and having your headphones on listening to music. It gives me that same vibe. I like it. Feels peaceful, like a moment of silence between a decade of chaos.

[@pribilovian4709]

This painting is definitely creepy...it's the kind that opens it's eyes when you're not paying attention to it but the second you see it and look over, the eyes are closed again.. its alwayssssss wattchhiiinngggg 👀

[@aruvielevenstar3944]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@andrasbradacs6016]

These are those things that we, Hungarians were giving to the world: Béla Lugosi, the song of the suicides called Gloomy Sunday and this painting… 🤣

[@Reverend_Josh]

and every so often you see the subject of the painting upen their eyes and follow you out of the corner of your eyes

[@Fatabuna]

Glue brush vs finger: it actually makes quite a difference. Not many people know this, but a furniture conservator explained to me once that using your finger transfers oils from the skin to the glue and reduces the bonding properties.

[@jettelisec6350]

Gute Besserung lieber Herr Baumgartner. Bravo, tolle Arbeit.

[@jprost]

I choose to believe that Julian attended a crazy fun Halloween club concert and was jumping around, dancing, and singing loudly - and therefore his voice is just strained :D. On the way off chance that I'm wrong - I really hope that Julian gets better soon - whatever the reason.

[@countesscrows]

Julian saying ‘the hibbie jibbies’ is the true highlight of this spooky season 🦇🎃

[@veetv9459]

this painting truly promotes the heeby jeeby's!

[@error.418]

*heebie-jeebies, originally, or heebie jeebies if you prefer

[@countesscrows]

@@error.418 oh my I am so sorry, Spooky Grammar Police lol

[@error.418]

@@countesscrows heh, just spelling, no grammar, just info, not a big deal, you're great 👍

[@kathryntitus9647]

At 15:30-ish, I get the feeling this may well be a painting of a corpse. I suppose that's possible, because in the 19th century it was popular to take photographs of the deceased.

[@joeb4142]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@HuskyGamersUNITE]

First instance of a morgue photo for crime investigations?

[@aoarashi3025]

The greens in the skin certainly give that impression.

[@janvafa9959]

Hmmm, people keep referring to the subject of the painting as a woman… when I saw it I immediately thought it was a man… would be interesting to know more about the subject of the painting…

[@caingodrich737]

It is not a dead body, but a living person. I am Hungarian, fell about this picture. There is a sense of isolation, pride and loneliness in it. It was painted in 1911 in Gödöllő, which is a beautiful place in Hungary. The painter was famously good at depicting emotions, both in his drawings and paintings.

[@redmanish]

What an interesting - and unsettling - piece of art. Very thematic considering the holiday. Fantastic work.

[@xedra]

unsettling is the perfect word for this painting!

[@trimule]

I may be totally wrong (frequently am!) but I think that may be a self portrait of the artist. It is dated 1944 which is just before he died in 1945. There is a pen drawing self portrait with a very similar piercing stare, fluffy hair and pointed chin. But then again it may be Harry Houdini's Grandmother (he was Hungarian).

[@mimmy0193]

I thought the person is either dead or dying, it reminds me of the photos that were taken of the dead. Unsettling is the perfect description.

[@mustachiolps1623]

The comments on Julians videos are always so wholesome, everyone being so concerned for his health! A breath of fresh air from more "popular" KZbinrs comment sections.

[@Tmhlink]

Careful! Don't forget what happened to Dr. Janosz Poha when he was trying to conserve the painting of Vigo the Carpathian.

[@sansajune8004]

What happened???

[@blaseflynn7569]

Hey a Hungarian artist at last. Here is one from a Hungarian viewer! Jobbulást kívánok! Gyógyulj meg! Get well soon! I wish you a quick recovery! Love your videos.

[@Pixi9711]

Hungarian number two is here! Annyira megörültem, mikor mondta, hogy magyar a festő. Bár elgondolkozok rajta, hogy vajon hogy köthetett ki ott. (I was so happy, when he said that the painter was hungarian. Though, I wonder how it ended up there.)

[@aintyocat]

Sziasztok magyarok!! ❤❤

[@andrasbradacs6016]

Héj! Ezek a mieink! 😁

[@vivaciencia9329]

There was some twisted poetry in a painting like this disappearing behing dirt and darkness. For the first time, i would leave the painting with all the surface grime and only replace the lining. Fantastic work ss always.

[@Lucy-zv4xc]

Not only does he have an impeccable fashion sense- he can lift a cinder block like its a bag of candy! What a conservator! Happy Halloween, and hope your throat feels better soon!

[@isabelmoeseneder5707]

Dear sir, i AM greatful that your father made you scratced your Young life away, you are such a good professional and do a great job, i was unfortunate not thaught any thing about paintings but looking st your work i learn how to appreciate paintings and renovations. Dear sir, God bless

[@YouTube]

your expertise and technique does WONDERS for these paintings!! you always manage to uncover the true essence of the artist's work✨

[@zongsoe]

bruh

[@alecwhatshisname5170]

Ratio

[@AlbionSupreme]

Go away

[@Shrek_Has_Covid19]

youtube stop making your app worse give us back dislikes and sort by oldest

[@MysticianLuna_VG]

iwillsendyoutojesus meme incoming

[@Logan.Winter]

I love that you used the heavily damaged tacking edge as a donor piece for the holes in the canvas, I've never seen you do that it's really cool

[@Ebbyman413]

That painting is... haunting... yet somehow beautiful in a creepy sorta way. A solid pick for Halloween!

[@racoon_in_ankhmorpork]

I LOVE all the halloween-themed jokes and descriptors, this really was a sPoOkY painting. Thank you for providing us with yet another amazing restoration video, especially since you sound like you are a bit sick! Hope you get better soon, and thank you again ;))

[@nacidocoqui]

19:48 "I skip through all the tacking because you've seen it all before," he casually says, like tacks being driving through a canvas lining into a stretcher isn't some of the most supreme ASMR I can get my eyes and ears on in this day and age.

[@alison__16]

Less than a minute in and I'm super excited about the cleaning of this one

[@Linzrose3]

For some reason, his slightly gone voice is still so satisfying to listen to

[@DJTheMetalheadMercenary]

This is definitely one of my favorite paintings yet that you've showcased, definitely going to deep-dive into Viktor Erdei, I really like his style of work. Well done Julian, masterful work as always!

[@go-gogodlike6179]

You're so right, the painting is almost hypnotic. it grabs your attention and doesn't let go. Also it sounded like you needed a throat lozenge or some water in the beginning

[@azbl0911]

Hey Julian, I hope you find time to take some well-deserved rest. Thank you for the content despite your being sick.

[@jamesh5460]

Really like how the removal of the grime on the face of the painting reveals the artists original colors. Very dramatic.

[@99dorihp57]

As a Hungarian, I'm so happy to see a Hungarian's work on your channel. You did a beautiful job !:)

[@LeeLee-pk4ss]

reminds me of the Victorian post mortem photography

[@emmelsmusic79]

I'm done near positive the artist just painted a dead guy. The moment you laid it down to get it varnished, the image suddenly made sense

[@topcat8839]

I really love this one Julian. I could stare at this painting for hours, it makes me feel a range of different emotions. It has its own "haunting", beautiful or sad, it demands your attention and I love it. Your conservation work as always is just perfectly brilliant. Thank you Julian.

[@AvalonDreamz]

You are the absolute GOAT of art restoration! I have been watching you do this since you started this channel and your level of professionalism, patience, and skill keeps me watching each art piece you bring before us. Thank you for allowing us all in to witness what you do. It's just inspiring.

[@mae_synodic]

this was such an interesting painting to uncover! i loved all the halloween puns too, happy halloween julien and kit! really hope your voice feels a bit better soon :)

[@susankaempfer8427]

It’s so satisfying to watch as he agitates the soap and the suds go from white to grey as the dirt begins to lift 🥰 I wish there were time for me to go back to school and study this!

[@alisonyoung2592]

Julian, I know that doing these videos must take up a good deal of your time, but I’m so thankful you do - what a great job you’ve done once more on a slightly disturbing portrait. I look forward to all your videos, and can’t wait for the next one. I do hope that your throat gets better very soon.

[@daarianaharis]

I've missed these classic videos. Any newbies can now be introduced to the basics of your work without going back to your older vids. Love it.

[@CassandrajustCassandra]

You brought it out of the darkness. Now the darkness is looking back. I'm not easily spooked but it is a disturbing painting and even more so once wonderfully cleaned. Take care of yourself and feel better soon.

[@pigcatapult]

when he takes the blotter paper off an it's just so flat. flatter than a pancake. so satisfying

[@msheaver]

My goodness Julian, not only are you a master conservator and a talented videographer, but you are ALSO a captivating story teller! I am SO glad you share your work with us! And of course, our prayers for your health are our meager thanks for your work.

[@MarkLandrith]

In looking upon the after cleaning, it looks like his eyes are just slightly open, which makes this much more interesting to me, and excellent job as always,,

[@heatherinparis]

This subject matter of this painting is deeply sad and somehow so unsettling. I'm very glad it isn't hanging anywhere I am likely to encounter it in person. The red eyelids! Perfect subject for a Hallowe'en episode.

[@dqcarol]

One of my favorite parts is when you add the isolation layer before beginning the retouching. Things really come alive! I miss that moment in this video.

[@StJMG]

Left a like before watching. This man doesn’t disappoint.

[@cheesygodzilla]

I hope you feel better soon, Julian! Very like you to work while you're not feeling well - ever the workaholic! I hope you get some rest.

[@florian76]

Beautiful. Not the painting in particular but your work in general. And the storytelling.

[@fjanson2468]

The painting is hideous

[@blurobsessedbastardwhossad3347]

@@fjanson2468 I think that is really unfairly said, you might not find it likeable but another might. It still took time and detail for the artist to create, I’m all for personal preference but it’s kinda disrespectful of you to say so. This is no harm to you intended but just a sort of reminder, have a nice day! :)

[@cagribarlok6844]

Restoration videos do not cut it, Julian. It has to be you and it has to be this process to reach ultimate relaxation and peace of mind.

[@andrewturnbull5897]

Brilliant as always! As a tool geek and woodworker I’m happy to see the cute vacuum and the silicone spreader. Keeps fingers from spreading glue everywhere! Have a blessed All Hallows Eve and All Saints Day tomorrow!

[@artallmon3773]

Great conservation to a haunting painting.

[@dlebreton7888]

Beautiful work. Love to watch your patient steps to refinishing. You are mesmerizing.

[@heatherjordan1451]

The bridging process was fascinating to watch and so clever.

[@yunglynda1326]

the painting reminds me of that old photo of Boris Karloff as Frankenstein's monster

[@tessiepinkman]

I absolutely loved this painting. Just like you said, "hauntingly beautiful".

[@EmileTheart]

What a powerful , haunting painting. The line drawings in the opening montages were spectacular. And an impeccable conservation. I also think the conservation has added some darkness. Struggling with a nasty flu myself. Hope you feel better soon Julian.

[@pedroribeirobr]

For me one of the best channels in KZbin... I work in IT and i think this videos are so instructional that help me learn the patience, focus and calm... as i approach some problems i face everyday. Julian, you´re a master... Congratulations from a big fan from Portugal

[@kathryntitus9647]

It's always impressive how you pay attention to every tiny detail. Somehow I missed this video from a month ago, I don't always get notifications like I should. I can tell you are struggling with a very bad cold and I can feel your throat as you struggle with laryngitis. I hope you're doing much better and are taking care of yourself, put on an extra layer when you go outside into the cold! 💕🙏

[@justjordyn5382]

I'm absolutely baffled by the quality of your restaurations. That's one of the reasons I love to watch your video's!! 😍 Always looking forward to your next preservation!! 🥰

[@SparkedSoul]

I love these videos. It would be amazing to see a day-in-the-life of you in the studio! We could see just how much time you spend on different things throughout the day

[@letmetellyousomething123]

Super painting. I'd proudly have it hanging over my bed...lol. Great restoration. Your commentary,as always,makes me smile.

[@eumesmo8478]

this man is an artist himself

[@johnmondary6684]

Julian, I was an aircraft mechanic/technician/fabricator. We used the same vacuum system only we used it for making carbon fiber or fiberglass parts. we also had a kiln that we would put the part into. Essentially a large hot table. I love when you bag and vacuum paintings.

[@rhiannonsheart7632]

I honestly get so excited when I see that you have put out a new video. I have yet to find a single conservator that not only shows their work step by step, but has such a calming atmosphere as your studio does. I have generalized anxiety, so watching you work is calming, and my mind can focus on it. I truly thank you for your channel, I just wish I didn't have to wait so long between paintings lol. Thank you, truly

[@nifer77]

I can relate 😊

[@iamauntmeem]

I hope your cold/ sinus problem goes away. Thank you for all your beautiful videos on restoring Art. It's so important to keep these fantastic historical glimpses alive!

[@msb5775]

Julian I want to know how your conservation skills have impacted your everyday life. Has your woodworking helped with home renovation? Understanding of heat and moisture etc helped with cooking? Research and mentoring skills helped with parenting? Very random but I feel like there’s so much overlap in practical ways that we might not think of.

[@missgreen2061]

Glad your back. I hope your voice gets better. No fun being sick. Love all of your work/videos

[@mikeinportland30]

At a time when it tangibly feels like so much in our country, our society, our economy even our democracy feel like they are unravelling, tearing, being damaged it is important for the spirit to experience even small moments where things are being repaired, made stronger, made better, reborn. And Julian's calming voice and spirit (his dad's presence is tangibly there too through the son) is like a brief safe harbor from the storms. ❤❤

[@DeflatorMouse]

How wonderful to have one's own studio and to have been apprenticed by a master of the craft. Getting to touch beautiful artworks everyday and being entrusted with their care...I am very jealous. In today's fast-paced, mass-produced world, these kinds of jobs are rare and precious.

[@Diamond_painting_with_Ducky]

I literally play his videos at night to gal asleep his voice is so soothing… I’m sorry Julian not this time!😂

[@liantea6150]

Sameee, but I still fall asleep

[@Verrucca00]

Me too!

[@LeiaThePrincess1]

I am not an artist or restorer, but agree with you on cleaning the painting. Even totaly black background can contain different colour gradients thet make painting look deeper. Take Kuindzhi landscapes. By changing the shades of dark colours he managed to to convey the full depth and volume of the night landscape, which we could see for ourselves in person.

[@laurenglass4514]

Another amazing restoration and fulfilling to watch it take place. All the Halloween words! If someone had come upon that painting and did not know the artist it could have been passed over and never come alive again. Thank you for sharing your skills.

[@zairazaira_]

the pause after "apply it in one direction" really had me thinking you were going to make a 1d joke lmao

[@adlib9711]

ooh i can’t wait to watch the cleaning!

[@samanthadean1083]

As soon as Julian started describing the painting, I just knew that we were in for a long haul!!! Awesome job, Julian!!! ❤️❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@zombiezapple]

🤣 I'm a month late but the spookified adjectives he's using are having me laughing out loud

[@chrisduncan6600]

This is my go-to channel. I’ve learned so much about restoration and conservation integrity. As an artist I completely appreciate your love and respect for every single piece you’ve conserved. I may be one of the few here who love this piece. It’s absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for what you do for art and art conservation.

[@JohnDavidHays]

Pony afflicted? You sound a little hoarse. Hope youre better now. Thank you for this video this morning. Through a canvas darkly, you lighten my day.

[@_letstartariot]

Julian is a hard worker. It’s clear he has been sick, but he still narrated the video for us.

[@soggybandaid1869]

love it as usual, Julian! I just had my first cold after not being sick since the start of the pandemic (my secret to not getting sick for 2 years is wearing a mask, being a germaphobe, and not leaving my apartment for those curious haha) and it hit me like a freaking 18 wheeler-- i feel you pain.

[@TheLove2ne1]

The fact that the background of the painting was dark green and not black shocked me and made the painting much more beautiful. Imagine not cleaning the whole painting but only the face, a crime :(

[@mikejamesism]

I hope everyone has a great week ahead!

[@Vanidade001]

I've missed your weekly postings! I wish you complete recover & lots of live!!! Thanks for your wonderful work

[@patriciaboyer2675]

I wonder if this is a death portrait.

[@j.6756]

In the old days, in that part of the world, a deceased body lay on the family's covered parlour table until the actual funeral. Which may explain the closed eyes. That's what this painting reminds me of.

[@mauna85]

It feels so good to see a Hungarian artist on this channel! Proud to be Hungarian 🥹❤️

[@makingdrinkstodrink798]

Hope your doing and feeling well! You sound a little horse in this one. Hope you and your family are healthy and well!

[@joanclare1873]

neigh! I think you mean hoarse 😅

[@maggiesmith856]

Question : When is Julian not Julian ? Answer: When he's a little horse.

[@smarouchoc7300]

Oh. Oh. My 105 year old grandmother has a painting even darker than this, that is I believe a portrait of an ancestor. I'm 53, and I remember this painting being brighter in my childhood - I would love to be able to get that painting cleaned while she's still here - she still has great eyesight. I doubt I can afford this process now or ever, but maybe someone can, some day....this is so amazing to watch.

[@lauralaladarling3775]

Heebie-Jeebies....the eyes! Oof! It is a spooky painting. You're very witty as well as being the most awesome stretcher restorer and painting restorer to conserve the integrity of the artist and period of when it was originally painted. The process is fascinating to watch. Thank you as always. Xx

[@nicholewarren4229]

Love the lil Kit (presumably?) cameo while you're varnishing!!