Capturing Love on the Canvas (The Outstanding Artist - S3 E9)

Every artist must step into the spotlight be an influencer with their art. The remaining 4 artists were treated to a shopping trip and a fancy meal before hearing their next challenge. They were each given a different form of "love" and had to capture that on the canvas. With an unexpected twist at the end, this is NOT an episode to miss!
Check out the artists here (listed alphabetically):
Anna Bostrom - www.annabostromart.com/
Bri Fitzpatrick - brianalfitzpatrick.com/
Eva Bratopoulou - www.evabratopoulou.com/
Jessi Dahlquist - jessidoll.com/
Katrina Koltes - katrinakoltes.com/
Melissa Burghardt - www.melissaburghardt.com/
Naomi Jayne - naomijayneart.bigcartel.com/
Nicolette Van den Hadelkamp - nicolettefineart.com/
Ritika Aurora - ritikaaurorafineart.com/
Tarana Labuche - labuche.art/
Tanya Aubut - www.tanyaaubut.com/
Tanya Johnston - tanyajohnstonart.com/
Zybrena Porter - www.zybrena.com/
Connect with the judges:
Dimitra Milan - www.dimitramilan.com
Elli Milan - www.ellimilan.com
John Milan - www.djfreezyj.com
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[@marilouw207]

I think the criticism is not always uplifting but rather breaking the artists down. The interpretation of a single concept or word is definitely a personal thing. Each one of these girls were emotionally invested in their painting. I was a bit disappointed in the way that the criticism was delivered.

[@Vanessa-ie8bu]

I think Elli was just in a bad mood tbh.. and she brought the rest of the judges and the artists down. She's said many times too that she likes them to suffer in a way that challenges them. There's a fine line though when you're in a bad mood. I wouldn't like to do the Milan mastery program.

[@carmendavidson1503]

Katrina's Painting is GORGEOUS, as she Reallllly Stepped out of her Comfort Zone and Color Palette....Katrina DID EXACTLY what the two women Judges SAID - to DO!! What Htpocrites!!!

[@johnnicholson3314]

Watch episode 10. You’ll be pleased with the results.

[@azmgbbb]

The judges are terrible. The mom judge is horrid. I’m so glad I’m not taking their course. Such negative people. Their critiques mean nothing. They force them to do what they want then complain about it. They are in this fabulous area and forced to be clumped together painting what the judges want. Send them out into the town. Let them come back with what they feel from the land where they are.

[@janinafisher101]

Well done, Tanya. That was one of my favourite paintings of yours! As an artist I learned a valuable lesson from Elli's feedback - that we must really reach down deep, and go beyond surface interpretations if we really want to be an outstanding artist. Garden variety art is great, it can speak to people, they enjoy having it in their homes, it sells, it has intrinsic value. But truly great art is what everyone looks at and knows is great - it is what people will be going to look at in art galleries and museums hundreds of years from now. We don't all have to paint like that. But there is an opportunity to strive to be transcendent in what we create from time to time in a way that inspires people and transforms the world around us.

[@johnnicholson3314]

Unfortunately as a Greek Agape has nothing to do with her painting. If anything it is the opposite! The whole crew is so mixed up and how after giving such positive feedback the husband coward down to his wife and all the wife does is talk over him! I don’t agree and the most spot on theme was captured by Katrina! All the girls got each others back! Phil’s friends etc….Gorgeous painting as well! She was in fact the only one that hit the nail on the head! Don’t just look at the painting as the theme had to be met! In my book Tanya failed and also should have gone home in episode 8. She failed that one for sure! If Michelangelo was judging I’m sure Katrina would be his choice!

[@janinafisher101]

@johnnicholson3314 I hear what you are saying, John, and as the show was playing I might have agreed with you. I was even a bit grumpy towards Elli when she first was sitting down with John and Dimitra and started being critical. However I really got Elli's point at the end, when talking directly to the participantd, that artists need to go BEYOND the obvious. Katrina, Jessi and Bri did paint the obvious, and did great jobs of doing so. Elli is doing them a favour by having them see that painting the obvious is what ORDINARY artists do, and to go beyond that level they have to be WAY more creative. An extraordinary artist truly INSPIRES and MOVES people emotionally with their work. While all of these paintings were "nice", I wasn't particularly "moved" by any of them except Tanya's. I don't think the instruction was to make a painting that shows what agape or Eros love, etc., "looks like" - it was to be their interpretation. It is a much higher level of art. And I learned much more, as an artist, than I would have if they had picked Katrina's painting, for example. I think there is more for us to gain by contemplating the outcome than by merely getting angry and judging it from our limited perspective. Unless, of course, we are exceptional and highly experienced artists ourselves.

[@johnnicholson3314]

@@janinafisher101 I had an opposite conclusion based on my experience and idea of what truly Art is. Yet listening to Elli is difficult because it’s as if her opinion sways John and her mini me Daughter who tends to mirror Mom. I believe the feedback is weak and Dimitra is too timid to push them harder! Your interpretation of what their instructions were is very different from mine. To add that the young Greek guy is not very clear what is most important in each challenge there by causing some confusion and or mood decline. I don’t use all the terms you do about the entire critique Elli had because from my perspective as an Outstanding Artist enthusiast, I believe there’s really only one judge and that’s Elli. This is what happens when reality shows becomes a strategy to be right rather than wrong because we are all invested in our opinions! But I respect your viewpoint and know that we all see things differently and experience life differently as well.

[@janinafisher101]

@johnnicholson3314 I agree that Elli's voice and opinion is overwhelmingly strong. Jake isn't Greek as far as I know. He is Dimitra's husband, and Marketing Director. This was filmed 2 years ago, and although it is definitely Elli's company, and her rules, I think Jake has grown and keeps growing, and will provide a bit of a foil to Elli's strong will. Still, he's in a tricky position, and Elli will always dominate, but I get the feeling she respects him. She goes by gut, he takes in outside information and processes it. Together they could be formidable, if Elli listens to Jake's input and they use knowledge and experience of both of them in equal measure. And you are right about reality shows such as these. Art is subjective, so it is opinion that rules. It doesn't necessarily lead to an opinion we agree with, but there will likely be many opinions!

[@johnnicholson3314]

@@janinafisher101 So now I get the full picture! Elli is the boss and everyone else is there to boost the show! The whole family are the producers but it’s the artists themselves who really do all the hard work 😓. It’s like these reality showdowns where it’s competition but it’s really not but there’s a prize at the end whether it’s a huge amount or not. These type of challenges are not for everyone’s talent base! Extreme heat where one’s health is affected will 100% affect the outcome. There is no such thing as Perfect but only if your brain tells your mind that is so. Therefore it comes to and always becomes a contention in all these contests the opinion of someone else! Why so? Because it’s easy to make people think a certain way by words another uses. Take for example the most drastic historic event WW II. One man who was told he wasn’t good at art became the world’s worst nightmare. Hitler’s words and stance and commitment to change the thoughts of others worked like a charm. If it’s all about opinion then maybe they need a few Master artists as judges. So who would that be? There are so many on earth that have taken over their form of art it would be hard to pick. So we are back to opinion! AGT has no Master judges who could do even 1 % of most of the physical difficulty they see yet it’s their opinion that finalizes who America votes for. This is why maybe it frustrates society more than elevates them watching these reality shows. Everyone in someway creates and can be called an Artist. If I paint something that in Elli’s eyes needs more detail or something she doesn’t feel is my best yet sells for $50,000, does that alone mean anything? So this idea to paint within a few hours a magical out of this world painting is simply these girls personal growth and if that’s accomplished then they may move forward and paint better then they did before. But the other side of Art is exposure and the business aspect of selling. Now that’s a different story and reality all these Artists will need to learn to sell their art. That’s really all Elli is looking for, marketable art. If you want to see Marketable and fine art within most of the challenges in this show take a look at Akiane who painted portraits as a child and takes months to finish some of her paintings. My dilemma here is do these challenges make this a race in time valuable or does it create a sense of hurry to get something done quickly? That’s not how Michelangelo created the statue David or did he? We really don’t know but we love what he finished don’t we?

[@mimo98]

Congratulations to the four of you. Amazing artists with unique personalities. I particularly like Katrina for the fact that her sensitivity and emotions are always reflected in her art. Can’t wait to see the next episode

[@dawngrondin939]

I feel like i have been waiting forever! can't wait.

[@geniuskatie6813]

Same here this time :-0

[@divadoll55]

I love all the artist. They are so unique in their own way. I especially love Katrina, she is my favorite, there is so much soul in her work and she is a very sensitive being and it shows.

[@paulawharton9701]

These judges don't give very helpful feedback to the artists and then are disappointed by the art work that is not "sellable." Yuck. I'm happy to see the finalists still going for it, after a whole season of unthoughtful critiques.

[@donitafichter8298]

Oh! And yes! lol. Congratulations to all of you beautiful talented ladies who poured your hearts into your pieces. Well done.

[@rolo4945]

There’s something so special in each one of those artists.

[@thismagicallife3639]

The judges are on crack in this episode. 😮 All of the artists were great.❤🎉

[@vaneta6937]

Congratulations Tanya!

[@lava3924]

Curious what the interpretations of the judges would have been? Criticise but tell them what you might have painted- define your mention of creativity

[@ArtyAntics]

Eli did give some tips, to be honest I thought it was a bit harsh until she explained and I understood why they said what they did after that. Getting to the essence of something and being about to visually represent the essence is a deep form of communication. That’s what makes us world changers.

[@MysticDawnArt]

Yeah for Tanya! This was the best episode so far! So glad for the "happy" ending! 😍🤩😍

[@beautifulmorning7103]

The idea of the 4 different loves is wonderful. Great to see what will come out. ❤

[@WorldWideWebObserver]

I thought all were awesome paintings!

[@LadyJaneG]

Katrina I really really liked yours! Everything about it!

[@carmendavidson1503]

I think the Older Female Judge is Grudgingly Critical of All the Girl's Paintings....

[@Mitchmred]

I believe all criticism is beneficial if you don’t let it hurt you. Though this one was a little hard to watch. You can 1. Learn and be shown a new way that is helpful, and 2. You can also learn how to face it with courage and stand behind what you did. Both are beautiful. Proud of you women for advocating for your vision. I know you’ll tuck some of the words away and possibly let it help you see many paths for your next emotional work. But I’m proud of you for standing behind your work since you were proud of it. Never let a lesson bring you down ladies. Let it put a log on the fire. 🔥 ❤. Stand tall sisters.

[@windacollins29]

I've enjoyed watching the artists create, but to be honest, it seems that the judges either limit how they are allowed to paint, encourage cookie cutter methods, or have such high expectations they can't possibly please the three. Art is subjective on both sides: the artist and the critic. Top that off with the fact that episodes are released erratically so your audience doesn't know if there's another one coming at all. I was hoping that this was the finale, but apparently there's at least one more. Might one inquire as to when that episode might be released?

[@thehappypotter9612]

I enjoyed reading through a lot of the comments. Let's face it, Elli is a formidable force, an that is why she is so inspiring, too. She is obviously the driving force of Milan Art. I notice a lot of subtle coaching going in the programmes, podcasts and videos. Let's face another thing - she is a straight shooter. She won't let anybody get away with blunders so that they can save face.

[@shantalgroer7703]

WOW ladies! I loved each piece, so beautiful and unique. Katrina, yours was so majestic and i LOVED your colour pallet. Jessie, so striking and vibrant - loved your interpretation. Tanya, magnificent - felt both powerful and gentle. Bri, elephants are my favourite beings and knowing what they're like and the love I share for them, your painting brought a tear to my eyes. You portrayed a bonding love so beautifully. These were my favourite paintings from the series 💜 Well done ladies 🎉

[@graceful-shakti9019]

I loved the shopping experience, it was a loving thing to give It was a humbling to watch as wel.

[@Eoin-ks2iw]

I loved this series honestly, reading the comments in the first couple episodes, there was a lot of criticism without much appreciation, but I genuinely think that this series inspires artists and for those who watched were entertained, people in the comments chose to nit pick at it, I do agree that bringing some male artists or even just other artists with different styles in would create more variety and make it more interesting but at the same time it would make the judges decisions so much harder

[@Eoin-ks2iw]

So idk I loved the series and Ive subscribed too see what comes in the future, im hooked

[@LorraineFlynnwilson]

Hooray that was excellent

[@tjtinaj83]

I think for passion/love I would have painted a picture of someone up to the top part of their overalls hands out in front of them, paint brush in hand, with paint all over their hands, like a view point front on but downwards of paint on their shoes. That’s passion right there.

[@sadiesins5442]

Before the challenge: paint with love! After the challenge: so, when we said "love", we meant extreme skill and creativity from the consequence of suffering every moment through the contest.

[@rachelingridrobbins]

This was my absolute favorite collection! Paintings were warm, beautiful, (speaking for myself I'd for one LOVE to have the florescent "kiss" painting in my home), and above all, personal. But even though they were personal to the individuals, the images were...universal. Is that the word I'm looking for? Like, while they were meaningful to the artists themselves, I felt they spoke to the human experience. Think I would make the absolute worst judge on this show 😊 I only minored in art, and we didn't go deeply into critique, so I'm not well-versed as far as what does and doesn't work. I was so moved by the artwork in this episode. Outstanding paintings, ladies! Thank you for sharing your heartfelt stories, on screen and on canvas.

[@johnnicholson3314]

Your opinion matters regardless of education in Art. Many artists who are famous today didn’t have teachers or mentors yet their paintings are worth millions today! Van Gough is a prime example and Leonardo da Vinci vs Michelangelo both became Masters following separate paths. I have commented quite a bit that Art, like Beauty, is truly in the eye of the beholder yet I don’t know if Elli, Dimitra and especially John understand this concept.

[@geniuskatie6813]

Cannot wait !!!!

[@HBFaulkner]

Wow! Finally! Yay!

[@MeKenzieMartinArt]

What a beautiful video. I'm happy for all of them. They obviously enjoy their time together. I loved all paintings they did for this round!

[@cmf1267]

The production of this season is really good, definitely getting better each season. However, I feel like the first 2 seasons being on Art Club were more a reality show FOR artists. This season being on KZbin I feel like there are way too many interviews and way too little of the art and the art process. Even some of the critiques and when Elli, Dimitra or John give advice mid way through a challenge - it seems so ambiguous as opposed to how they were in the first 2 seasons. Maybe that's just the editing. I hope if there is another season, they can find a better balance between the art, art process & the interviews. On the upside I do enjoy all of the artists on this season

[@chantalegirard8548]

Bravo Tanya :)

[@silkesauritz7690]

I love it! It is always a special treat to watch it 🥰 I am feeling with the artists AND the judges 🤗 Thanks for all of you for giving this to us 🙏🏻 Very valuable 👍✨

[@333Judy333]

The judging on this show always aggravates me... I think the judges miss the point completely about expression, artistic license, freedom.

[@ShellyLangAlwaysLookUp]

🤩Couldn’t wait to watch this episode!! Watching them paint really inspires me to want to try and make an art piece similar to this. They are all amazing artists and really enjoy watching this series. ❤️

[@laurarosenbergart]

Great episode! I love the realness of it, the judging was on point! I'm happy they all get another change to prove themselves as I think they all can do better then this. As a slow painter myself I admire how fast they are creating these paintings and for sure the time limit affects on the results but I agree that as they have a lot of time to plan and decide how to interpret the topics they chose little obvious ways. Can't wait to see the next episode! Congrats to all the artist here, I'm sure this competition is really life changing opportunity for them to dig deeper and challenge themselves to next levels.

[@ruthzarb142]

Ready to watch😊 yay🎉

[@jayneal8650]

I would love to learn from this! Ellie, I wish for examples to go with your critique. Ideas…

[@mosaicartwmichaelmonreaux1911]

I was really impressed with Katrina & Jessi painting. However I did see Tanya winning as it is more of the “fine art” style they discuss.

[@tibsnibs3010]

For each challenge I think the judges should do their own paintings, and let the contestants view and see what they have to bring to the table each and every time 🤔🤔🤔

[@KrautartBerlin]

Wow!

[@elevans5758]

What a stupid thing to interrupt the girls special dinner. They could have done this after the dinner. Otherwise I like this competition idea.

[@anitasmith7764]

Same! I was hoping I wasn’t the only one instantly irritated by that.

[@njmccormackgmail]

Creating drama for tv!

[@HBFaulkner]

OMGsh, Tanya is so gorgeous without her glasses! Of course she's beautiful with as well, but now it's apparent how much of her face they hide. (I wear similar glasses like, so hmm.)

[@lyndakowalke8858]

Katrina in my Optionen got everything right and was outstanding as usual. I think she deserved to win. I think it pretty brutal from the judges how they judge - and for the reasons they judge. I admit, I know little about artistry, but I haven’t really agreed with their judgements so far. I think there have been some exceptional art done in this competition, but feel that only certain things matter, what the judges want, little from the artist themself what they are giving. sellability seems to be pretty top of the list 🤷🏼‍♀️. I would have liked to of seen some outward glowing on all of the paintings, a little more serenity, although Eros perhaps needed more passion somehow - but I think all four were fantastic! I think you judges, even as outstanding artists yourselves, none of you were so good as you are now today , instant top artists rarely comes instantly like you seem to expect. I think you forget this and perhaps expect too much immediatly🤷🏼‍♀️ - but as I said, I know little about artistry- but I know what I like, what I can see myself in the artists work, the story, idea, emotions etc. what one would buy, that’s relativ and a lot is personal choice for normal people - for others, with completely different reasons for buying - what is popular, what is safe to paint in hope to sell, what is popular at the time. I think artistry has more to say than that, sorry. It’s no wonder many great artists are so highly held, long after their deaths!

[@johnnicholson3314]

I agree that Katrina should have won this challenge and everything you said in your comment. All those embellishing terms Elli uses about Art is not necessarily 100% correct! I am glad that you noticed the harsh criticism and if you go back I believe John is the husband and was easily shut down by his wife. She apparently runs the show and her mini me daughter is her sidekick!

[@sammirureka]

Idk iI feel like Tanya's was the one I'd least like to have in my home personally (not to say it's bad work but just didn't feel as light and "loving" to me), and Katrina's was my favorite so, idk. They're the masters but that's just my opinion.

[@tiffanyshiels1910]

I like them all but I do understand where the Milan family were coming from with the constructive Opinions.

[@fredelynmacanaya5281]

Do you have any episode where they painted landscapes....i would love to see more depth in their works..plss new subs here❤

[@sionedsart337]

❤

[@anitasmith7764]

Am I the only one who would be LIVID😂 bc they start talking about the challenge in the middle of dinner? 😂 like… why? I just don’t get some of the thought process behind it

[@user-yz1xo6vx4w]

Maybe the judges were a bit harsh ??? I thought all 4 paintings were amazing! And all 4 were creative pieces which were sellable - none looked like a photo replica - but especially congratulations Tanya! I loved her piece 🎉

[@azmgbbb]

The judges liked the paintings until the mom pushed her negative view.

[@user-yz1xo6vx4w]

@@azmgbbbyes, something strange happened there …I was thinking about that and I thought maybe it was a strategic way to push the artists to challenge themselves more and push themselves out of their comfort zones - and perhaps it was a way to stir up some extra drama as the contest is coming to an end… a way to entice viewers to continue to the end to see who crumbles under the pressure 😅😊

[@barbiedueck2273]

Really disappointed with the Judging. So over the top critical… mean even. You are supposed to inspire not crush them. Mama you need to back off. You sound jealous. The more you talk … the more you make me angry. You sure took away from Tanya’s win. This is hard to watch

[@johnnicholson3314]

I agree and being Greek I know exactly what each term of Love is and Tanya unfortunately failed that part. I am so disappointed in the Judging and the older guy was stepped on by his wife and coward down his part of judging.

[@Vanessa-ie8bu]

​@@johnnicholson3314yes Tanya's painting was the only painting that didn't represent the love she picked. I don't feel love from blue faced ladies who stare at me.

[@johnnicholson3314]

If you are Greek as I am the interpretation is in the eye of the beholder. The mom judge critic is exceptionally wrong! Katrinas painting is absolutely Outstanding and best all the others by far! Agape is simply just LOVE not interpreted at all by Tanya! Phlia is just that FRIENDSHIP we got your back! Katrina wins! Familia is nothing less nothing more and Bree interpreted her perspective with Elephants And Jesse Eros failed the erotic love so there you have a true opinion based on a real Greek interpretation the true meanings of each painting that each word is only a portion of Agape / Agape means love!! The other three are only branches from Love! The Tree needs its body to branch out its love with color, texture, smell, the types of leaves! This is what the judges miss! And it looks like the dudes wife is taking over his space trying to be right about everything! For Gods sake he totally coward down on his opinion. Tanya’s was the worst! Their conclusion was absolutely wrong and way off! In my opinion Tanya should have been eliminated in the last challenge! Just my humble opinion! Tanya even said so herself exalted about Katrina’s painting!

[@lisafinnegan7905]

Tanya's painting was superior to all the others. It was beautiful and 100% sellable.

[@johnnicholson3314]

@@lisafinnegan7905 Let’s just agree to disagree! Tanya’s painting had nothing to do with Agape which was her theme. I’m Greek and she missed the whole mark! But you’re welcome to your opinion. These judges have no idea what reality is on planet earth. Plus the husband had a solid opinion and completely coward down to his wife’s opinion! He sets a horrible standard for men in the judging department! In fact if he looks at himself and his short comings it’s who he’s married to. End of story!

[@mariaa8224]

​Wow! What a hateful comment😔. I feel sorry for you. How about just being grateful and enjoying the free content!🙄@johnnicholson3314

[@jennifergroom7733]

@@johnnicholson3314 Elli Milan is also Greek.

[@johnnicholson3314]

@@jennifergroom7733 OMG That’s what I thought but every time she spoke she had no accent and if you hear the Greek artist speak it’s spot on. Thanks for confirming that.

[@georgeszurbach444]

Bringing art in reality shows ,my God.On the other hand this show is not about art ,so who cares.

[@donitafichter8298]

Anybody else tired of the word salad critique this lady shovels? Yikes. If they hadn’t been “literal” (in her words) then she would have said the images didn’t tell a clear story ……. Blah blah blah

[@azmgbbb]

I 100% agree. It’s all about the mom judge and what she wants.

[@Catsandcamera]

Also, she talks about bringing 'what is unique about you as an artist' but I just looked at all the judges websites linked in the description and the mum and daughter have paintings that look like they've all been made by the same person. Not one distinctive thing about them

[@bettinariissrensen4561]

I agree with Elli, I was super dissapointed too. none of these paintings looked on point. I feel Jessie did the best in this one,.

[@Firestarter.999]

limited talent field (fantasy art), one note ideas, an uncomfortable enviroment, limited time scale, a half time weak critique, WEEK IN AND WEEK OUT. and they were shocked that none is producing a masterpiece.

[@Adventuresoffirefly]

Wow theres alot of blah blah blah criticisim for these artists that put themself in challenges one after another away from family and what they know.. and thinking that as an artist they have to paint in hot hot temperatures, in the sun, no shade, and what sounded like oh "they had better circumstances in the shade and near a bathroom"? what and why would you think that is going to made better art to put them in those situations.. its not like they are winning 1/4 mil dollars.. harsh conditions are only putting them in stressful headspace. :( shame on you.

[@bettinariissrensen4561]

also guys stop arguing with the master 🥲 too many excuses

[@azmgbbb]

What master?

[@MeKenzieMartinArt]

What a beautiful video. I'm happy for all of them. They obviously enjoy their time together. I loved all paintings they did for this round!

[@Firestarter.999]

limited talent field (fantasy art), one note ideas, an uncomfortable enviroment, limited time scale, a half time weak critique, WEEK IN AND WEEK OUT. and they were shocked that none is producing a masterpiece.