Behind The Canvas - S1E5 - Thomas McCormick Gallery

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3 ай бұрын

An artist without a gallery is a chef without a restaurant or a musician without a theatre. But what exactly does a gallerist do all day and where do they find artists, and how do they find clients, and moving artwork, and writing about art, and visiting artists' studios, and phew!... it's a delicate juggling act all in the service of artwork and its power to reach us.
In this episode we visit Thomas McCormick Gallery to see how a gallery operates and works with artists.
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@Xeirus911 3 ай бұрын

Meeting Anna covered in paint was so funny. Love it. Love the relationship between Tom and Anna. You can tell they're long time friends.

@brunobrauer6301 3 ай бұрын

I'd buy the jacket.

@Caleb_Sexton 3 ай бұрын

You can''t freinds with someone who controls your livelyhood. He treats her like he's her boss. And becasue he provides her money for products, he kind of is. He's smarmy and gross. He's not alone in this and it isn't a criticism of him only. It's how most the art market works.

@sheep1ewe 3 ай бұрын

@@Caleb_Sexton Yes, but that is what he does for living. As an artist one still hawe the opportunity to make art beside those customer orders that are your "full time regulary job" and which brings in money, but art made by genuine passion can still be made outside that timeframe. Also i think that the bigger one get as an artist and become more economycaly independent that will also give a lot more freedom compared to this situation where one are more or less locked into the room with one or two single regular customers that sits on the money and need to sell what he's customers ask for. At least i hope so. (as an artisan maker my self i usualy are in that situation that a customer has a very specific whish and i hawe to make it up to the general spec, but i also make my entierly own creations that may or may not sell, but i can amke them out of passion and not just for livinghood once the expenses are payed by those customers work, i can also introduce things i think the customers would be interested in and come to a solution with the customer both parts are happy with (usualy about bringing down the production cost and other practical things i hawe to explain the limitations, but also opportunities the customers may not see at first)).(Sorry for my English, it is not my native language)

@TreeOfLifeWoodworking 2 ай бұрын

@@Caleb_Sexton he's gross? dude he's probably critical to her livelihood. he is helping her SELL pieces rather than just taking any piece and letting it sit

@poephila 2 ай бұрын

@@TreeOfLifeWoodworkingRight! Tom is the point of contact with the public, his feedback is attuned to that. It’s very valuable! plus you could tell they were having a playful interaction throughout.

@circeus 3 ай бұрын

Anna trolling Julian about the plank was awesome XD

@IzumiChenmeiru 3 ай бұрын

Hearing Tom just mention that he knew and worked with Julian's dad kinda widened my entire perspective. Like I knew that Julian's dad did conservation and passed it down, but going from Julian talking about his own dad and what he learned from him and everything to having another person mention him as well just makes this mythical person seem even more grounded in reality while at the same time, making them seem more esteemed and revered.

@ifletty 3 ай бұрын

I am enjoying the Behind The Canvas series so much!

@wildman2012 3 ай бұрын

Excellent episode!

@muffin._.milk. 3 ай бұрын

this episode really made the industry feel more human, seeing someone painting and seeing that process and how theyre so humble is really eye-opening, Anna was such a good experience for this show.

@tonyhartwell7605 3 ай бұрын

I think Anna's jacket, which has evolved over time, is the best piece of artwork in that studio, and they're all amazing!

@joansmit5782 3 ай бұрын

Fascinating to see that Anna uses Nova Color paint. As a muralist working in extreme conditions (on stuccoed walls in the Caribbean sun), that brand is the only one that holds up to the conditions. Her use of the same brand is a validation of my choices…especially since I have to order and have it shipped to my country of residence. Thank you for this video…so much beauty and information!

@M.Campbell 3 ай бұрын

Yes! Her Purdy brushes too. I'm freezing the video and checking off all the materials that I use. Nova Color is always my first choice, even when painting on canvas. Though that shipping is crushing these days. I can only imagine international rates.

@mariahkaminsky4247 3 ай бұрын

as a fellow muralist, I LOVE Nova, too!

@MegaTrain 3 ай бұрын

Everyone has heard a story about finding a lost or unknown masterpiece at a flea market, but I’m fascinated by Thomas’ description of finding a completely unknown artist (living or through their descendants), and introducing their art and legacy to the world. Hard to imagine how Thomas can know when he finds it, but sounds like his instinct has served him well.

@HQnama 3 ай бұрын

I think this is the best episode yet! Much more naturally flowing conversations instead of exposition, insight and entertainment instead of marketing and advertising. Really loved it!

@AgileRelic 3 ай бұрын

The relationship between everyone was so fun to watch. You all had very different perspectives and the conversations created by that were so interesting.

@TheRangerBob 3 ай бұрын

These insights keep getting better and better. A series that will live for a long time.

@KayInMaine 3 ай бұрын

I do just what Thomas said....I sign the front of my paintings, I sign the back, put my town/state, and I title the piece. I also include this information: oil/acrylic, varnish or not, and the dimensions of the painting. When I become famous (:D), whoever has my pieces will know a lot about them!

@sarahwatts7152 3 ай бұрын

My grandmother hasn't gotten famous, but some of her pieces have traveled quite some way - last year she even got a call asking for information about one of them! All down to the information on the canvas...

@KayInMaine 3 ай бұрын

That's cool! I used to work in a thrift store and I found the grandson of an artist out of state. He was thrilled that his grandfather's painting was still floating around! It was painted in the 1950s. @@sarahwatts7152

@FatGuyInaTruck 3 ай бұрын

Just remember... Most artists don't become famous until they're dead. Careful what you wish for

@tiwantiwaabibiman2603 3 ай бұрын

Also put the copyright symbol after your signature on the front even if slightly smaller than the lettering of your signature. The rest goes on the back of the canvas/board/surface...

@crystald3655 3 ай бұрын

Consider adding the month(s) and year painted as well so you and others can see how your painting skills progress.

@Edward_John 3 ай бұрын

I love Anna and I would love to get hold of her paint covered jacket . She presents an image I think of as “Anna and the Technicolor Dreamcoat” .

@wildman2012 3 ай бұрын

That jacket would probably go for 10 grand!

@thepagan5432 3 ай бұрын

Simply enthralling, The gallery, the artist and the restorer, in this case were so well matched I could have watched Anna,Tom and Julian for hours.

@CallieMasters5000 3 ай бұрын

Tom is a real hustler, in all the best sense of the word. He really has to work to get the artists to send him his preferred works.

@CoversbyPatYam 3 ай бұрын

Love the bickering between the two

@roiblack8587 3 ай бұрын

I loved Anna´s jacket. And the paintings?!! So vibrant and cool.

@tysonn4736 3 ай бұрын

The banter in this episode was awesome.

@danhan12 3 ай бұрын

If Anna wanted to give away something to auction for charity, she could probably donate her jacket :). Loved the gentle jousting between Tom and Anna at her studio. Julian, another lovely travelogue, this whole series is wonderful.

@KrisRyanStallard 3 ай бұрын

I'm always so impressed with people who are able to network and meet people the way this gallery owner does.

@Shooshoobella7 3 ай бұрын

This episode really took me back to my college days and the time I spent in art school; deeply nostalgic and even bittersweet. Bittersweet because it made me wonder about career roads not taken, because life got in the way and took me in a different direction, away from the art that I loved. I am trying to get back to it...who knows what dreams may come. Thank you Julian and crew for another illuminating and inspiring episode of this wonderful series.

@IanZainea1990 3 ай бұрын

Do you have any old interviews with your dad? It would be great to see the man that started it all. Or maybe a mini-biography film?

@jeromefeig4209 3 ай бұрын

It is so rewarding to know of artists that know the properties of the materials that they are working with to create their creations.

@reginapopihn9853 3 ай бұрын

Ms Kunz`paintings remind me of Josef Albers` series Homage to the Square and this strange building of force between the colors and the shapes. Behind The Canvas is a gift to all of us.

@owlblue42 3 ай бұрын

Im in total awe at artist who take a blank canvas and turn it into something breathtaking

@curious_416 3 ай бұрын

Excellent piece! When the conversation can move beyond the setup, and the inherent marketing that comes with professional pride, the video really soars. Wish it was much, much longer.

@noway8374 3 ай бұрын

Some people seem to not like her paintings and i get it . i on the other hand do like the colors and some of the blues really caught my eye and the mood they bring to the day.

@calixtatepes8246 3 ай бұрын

As someone who doesn't really like them, it's mostly a "first impression" thing in my case... At first glance, it looks just very childish, the infamous "a child could do it" type of immature thought. BUT I can also tell there's a lot more to it, it's not just "haha let me paint random shapes of colors and sell it for a ton of money". I simply don't know enough about her thought process and technical process to understand the subtilities. Some of the painting were actual pretty nice and the overlapping colors are interesting though ;) In the end, some of us can not like it but still respect both the artist and her art and *try* to see why others like it

@caroltanzi29 3 ай бұрын

Julian: just added this to my art knowledge about what might go on behind the scenes. Great visit and interview. Even her splattered/painted jacket was interesting to look at. Love this video. Carol from California

@LFfire1597 3 ай бұрын

I know nothing about paintings, the process or anything that these amazing people create but I love this lady.

@ladyjessiecoyne2617 3 ай бұрын

I absolutely love this series behind the scenes.... thank you and huge huggles from Scotland uk 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 🤗

@IamNOTatoaster91 3 ай бұрын

Hahaha, "He can tell you, I sometimes even get upset when he sells my paintings" "Yeah... so anyway..."

@chuckgmanleyphotos7197 3 ай бұрын

Excellent peek behind the scenes greatly broadening my understanding of art. Thank you!

@1221musiclife 3 ай бұрын

This is my favourite so far; it's even better than the paper conservation episode. This is a wonderful series! Congrats!

@zekysantangelop 3 ай бұрын

dude created a series hbo quality like that, for free, for us...if that aint a +1sub i dont know tf it is...also, learned a lot bout painting (i paint) watching the restorations, some reverse engineering going on there too xD❤

@farahhadriani 3 ай бұрын

I like their combined energy in the gallery ❤️

@k.gebhard6686 3 ай бұрын

What a great documentary! Based on knowledge and curiosity and a lot more ! I‘m so thankful for the motivation to do this and I‘m enjoying every second!

@lauralake7430 3 ай бұрын

I remember posters! I hope catalogs never stop being made, not that anyone has ever sent me one. I buy them second hand.

@kbs8597 3 ай бұрын

I relate to Anna’s paintings because the quilt world has very modern quilts designs and art quilts that are unreal. It is such a creative project to paint, to quilt. It is thought of colors, shapes, values, and placements that make a painting sing as it does with quilts. Thank you for sharing this! It is very inspiring. When looking at her paintings I had flashes of designing very modern quilts.

@karinpope7940 3 ай бұрын

Oh,another quilt maker relating to Anna’s paintings!! 👏👏👏

@Farbklex94 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for all you do to show us behind the scenes! It's mesmerizing and very interesting. A side, that so little people will ever experience.

@library.collective 3 ай бұрын

been loving this whole series, but the gentle ribbing between the three of you and the ease and energy that comes from good chemistry with long-time friends easily makes this my favorite episode so far

@christineingram55 3 ай бұрын

Brilliant as well as interesting looking at all aspects of art.I am really enjoying this journey It’s nice to see the human aspect behind scenes too.Anna herself looked like a piece of her own Art,such a nice lady,considering how well known she is,it’s not gone to her head she’s very grounded and I feel she thinks what she does is just as simple as breathing.I am usually more classical,but I did actually like a lot of her paintings,which surprised me.i also loved the first paintings in the Gallery !so bright and colourful.I would not have this sort of art on my walls but I can appreciate it at the same time.Thanks Julian for taking us along with you 🥰

@HeartofArcana 3 ай бұрын

Thank you for this series. I am blown away by this episode in particular - the intersection of artist, curator, and conservator. It's so stunning and also so subtle.

@Mysphyted 3 ай бұрын

Excited to see a new episode in this series! Thank you Julien

@Vonlang001 3 ай бұрын

Don't let the voices of doubt shut you down. No better advice for any artist, be you a graphic artist, a writer, an actor or a musician. Great advice.

@user-uo2bk7vz2l 3 ай бұрын

What an insightful look into the thought process of an artist, especially the inspiring words at the end. Thank you for this, Julian

@I_am_Lauren 3 ай бұрын

Studio Tours make my heart happy! I make art on the kitchen table of my 540 sq foot apartment.

@gonz6255 3 ай бұрын

Best episode of the series so far, in my eyes. It's great to see the interaction between artist and gallerist ! Thank you Julian

@kevinashby3335 3 ай бұрын

Really loved this episode! Your friend Tom should consider doing his own show where he talks to artists and discusses how to run a gallery - I'd watch that!

@krisserold134 3 ай бұрын

Awesome to see the artist dealer process between the two

@MeriaDuck 2 ай бұрын

Please show another conservation of an abstract painting if you can one day, they are so different and interesting. Annas vibrant paintings ❤

@lindabilodeau375 3 ай бұрын

I am loving this series! Really informative and interesting.

@SabineBlair 3 ай бұрын

This episode introduced me to a new favorite artist! Anna is so so so cool and I’m in love with her work!

@pleinaire8698 Ай бұрын

I loved in this response to Julian’s question about what it takes to be a successful artist.. dedication tenacity, believing in yourself, and being a hard worker!

@futuristica1710 3 ай бұрын

Dear Julian, we are so spoiled with your great content! High quality!

@erichraudebaugh 3 ай бұрын

This Behind the Canvas series is fantastic, thanks Julian!

@annwagner5779 3 ай бұрын

What a gorgeous studio! I love her work, and how all the works relate.

@robbicu 3 ай бұрын

Gosh, if Tom doesn't want that 17C copy, I'll take it! I love it!

@danielt7331 3 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your world, your work and your passion!

@mercedes1719 3 ай бұрын

I love this series!!

@oneshotme 3 ай бұрын

I very much enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

@caitlinpenny7412 3 ай бұрын

So pleased to hear the gallery owner give some love to us so called fly over state artists. Im still a relatively youngish professional artist. Sometimes I do think about the distant future. Will anyone care about my work in a hundred years? Or will my great grandchildren be pawning it off for pennies for ppl to hang behind their bathroom doors? One of my life goals has been to get at least one of my pieces in a museum. not b/c I care about fame but just so I know that at least one part of me, one piece of me will survive.

@Overcrox 3 ай бұрын

At the very least, you'll have added to the memory of the world to look back on. Even if those of us in more forgettable places are remembered less, whatever art we can leave behind will be a valuable piece of humanity from a particular place and time. I think it's always worth it.

@joemug4079 2 ай бұрын

Don’t let the voices of self-doubt get you down. Well said.

@nancyboss7599 2 ай бұрын

What Anna said about not listening to the voices of doubt is so important. Just do it. Painting builds the confidence needed to keep growing.

@Llamaf4ce 3 ай бұрын

Having physical copies are great for people who cant buy or dont have the space for art. Im hoping to buy some from mary Abbott when i get a job. I love her art and found it through this channel :)

@essietangle9931 3 ай бұрын

Boy, Tom is the type of person that would be great to deal with. Just wish he was in my budget.☺️

@dongordon4464 3 ай бұрын

As soon as Thomas McCormick said he could look at a painting and know he could sell it, I thought of Ian McShane's character in Lovejoy.

@phase1geo 3 ай бұрын

I want to thumbs up these videos hundreds of times.

@savoryflan 3 ай бұрын

This series is awesome.

@euchrideucrow1970 2 ай бұрын

I adore Anna’s paintings! Stunning and inspiring. This series is so fascinating.

@dgrantstocker6148 2 ай бұрын

After all the Black, White, and Grays of the Covid times I'm so relieved to see color making a come back, sorta like spring. Love this channel!

@zoinomiko 2 ай бұрын

Oh my GOD Julian, what a treat to meet these two and their craft!!

@xremming 2 ай бұрын

Oh wow, the second half of visiting Anna's studio was great!

@flaviosilvasilva4619 3 ай бұрын

2 in 1. Gallery and Artist! ❤

@OscarOliverah 3 ай бұрын

A serie a really love. Thanks Julian for the time, effort and sharing it

@ghastlycreations5627 Ай бұрын

Tom have such a nice and positive energy that its contagious . He look like a pretty sociable guy and he knows what he is doing. He can sell me a paint and i will not doubt.

@user-to9fw1wv9l 3 ай бұрын

Great segments as a 70’s beginning fine artist. Thanks!

@napalmchicken 3 ай бұрын

This is my favorite episode yet. I love Anna and want to buy her cookies.

@rosey_ie 3 ай бұрын

I love this series so much. Thank you Julian.

@carolbuzelim 3 ай бұрын

I talked alot about how amayzing this series is, but i fell that we dont talk enough about how gorgeous the intro is

@Evan1060 3 ай бұрын

Wonderful. Great to have friends who truly enjoy working with each other!!

@ferminsalaberri 2 ай бұрын

Now, THIS was a treat. Thank you so much Julian!

@hollieknox3175 2 ай бұрын

When you said you were leaving your studio to make these videos, I have to admit, I was a bit upset. But now after watching the first 5 episodes, I can't wait to see the rest!!!! They are so incredibly interesting and captivating to see the immense dedication to excellence that I thought we had lost. Can't wait for next week's episode.

@lisalike37 3 ай бұрын

Mesmerizing episode. Thank you.

@milicadespenic250 3 ай бұрын

I just love Anna’s art! It’s so vivid

@markgregorwoods 3 ай бұрын

Great series! I am enjoying it very much.

@noone-yd3zs 3 ай бұрын

Absolutely LOVE the series! You do such a wonderful job interviewing with grace! I wish more artists would open up their spaces to the public. Learning about them in that creative comfort zone is incredible! Thank you!