Concrete Gunnera leaf/ Dry brush technique tutorial.

[@franpadula9752]

I love your instructions to make cement leaves. Your teachings are always matter of fact. You express to your audience that this is "their" project and to have fun with it. Your reassurance and knowledge keeps people coming back for more lessons! Thanks so much!

[@catiesmith9166]

I have no idea how I stumbled onto your videos but I love how you articulate the different steps. I can’t wait to get started and to play around and hope that I get even remotely close….but now that I see how you approach each piece and your use of dry brushing is spot on. Thank you for doing these videos…they are really very good! ….and your finished pieces are beautiful!

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Careful this can become addictive, it's pretty fun. Good luck and wish you success with your casting and painting endeavors.

[@billhonabach]

Gorgeous! Thanks so much for your descriptive tutorial on all 3 segments of constructing the leaf as well. You make it so very do-able!

[@Nubian31]

so in love with this painted leaf..... you are the best Mrconcreteartisan

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Such kind words ,thank you Nubian.😊

[@vickierickson3402]

Your videos are teaching me how to take my hobby to a craft! Thank you so much!

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Awesome ,glad they are helping you.

[@vidayamini357]

Hi, I've been watching your videos for the past few days and can't stop admiering your beautiful art. I LOVE this kind of art work and can't wait to try them. Thank you so so so much for your tutorial and great videos. Vida - London UK.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Thanks for the kind words:)

[@yliberal6355]

It's beautiful! I really like the colors, they highlight the leave!!!

[@dortesandal4303]

Dear Sir, That was magic in my eyes, so inspiring, thank you.

[@deborahbublitz683]

Words are from the heart. What you do is truly art and a preservation of nature which so many people take for granted. So sir you are most welcome. I will be looking forward to more. Thank you for sharing your beautiful talent.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Oh my gosh ,that's so nice.Our Tag line for our store is "capturing nature".I do love nature and all it has to offer.Thanks again.

[@jujubee7351]

That turned out gorgeous!

[@kennethlewis1457]

im amazed at this , ive just started making concrete ornaments and i love painting them up, im off too find some huge leaves tomorrow, thats fantastic

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Awesome ,have fun but be careful it's terribly addicting lol. Lots of vids in my library to help you out.Don't be afraid to ask me questions.

[@latonyacowans5124]

That's beauuutiful, Mr.Concrete!

[@jacquelinemanzano9328]

By the way, I also do dry brushing on many of my projects. But, I will admit that the leaf you just painted is absolutely gorgeous. The blue says it all. WOW!!!

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Thanks Jacqueline , I repeat this one quite often .Unconventional but an eye catcher for sure . Yes' the blue is the key on that one for sure.

[@sharonbendtsen2973]

I love the colors I made one with this process. Turned out to be one of my favorites. But of course it sold so I will make another

[@Shelitha10]

Love the colors!!!!!

[@Minerva6547]

this video leaves me breathless ,,,, bless ur talent and thanks for sharing

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Thanks Phil,take care.

[@deborahbublitz683]

Absolutely beautiful! I missed how you sealed the leaf because the video cut off. I sure wish that I would be able to do this. I have a patio crying out for beauty. but my disability doesn't allow for me to do this. So I'll just keep watching the progression of the art you create and live vicariously through our videos. Thanks for making nature even more beautiful than it already is.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Wow! Such kind words.If you have it in a protected area out of the elements ,I won't seal it.But if I do I use a commercial concrete sealer.You can purchase similar products at most big box hardware stores.I'll try and keep you entertained :)

[@jeanniewinters847]

Thanx for your reply, Gris. Sounds like whst we have here for summer, too. I'll check around to see if I can get it and keep it growing. Thanks so much😊😊😊

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Good luck Jeannie.

[@sheryldewitt2926]

OMG that is absolutely Beautiful. When you asked what color you were bringing out I though orange. I saw the blue and shook my head. But I love it.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Thanks Sheryl, yes it seems like a strange combo ,but it really works in the end.👍😃

[@sherrytyndall8849]

Thanks for showing painting off the excess ON YOUR HAND! I do the same and thought I was alone in this LOL!

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Sherry Tyndall lol just did it again the other day.

[@pompeyo7]

a pleasure to watch, could you please tell me do you seal the cement before you paint it and also after you have painted it. thank you.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Just after you have painted it.

[@pompeyo7]

@@mrconcreteartisan thank you

[@girly5048]

Is there anything more beautiful than this? Only under the ocean!!

[@mrconcreteartisan]

At my house ,lol. ( I made one for myself)

[@dramamask]

That is a beautiful paint job, Gris! The colours work really well! :)

[@bonnie9235]

Just discovered your videos. Can't stop watching them! How kind of you to share your professional knowledge. I have a difficult time however remembering your instructions. Do you have text somewhere I can refer to? Thanks for sharing and bless you.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

No sorry I don't have it in text form.

[@bonnie9235]

mrconcreteartisan Thanks. I'll just replay to get product info.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Hey Bonnie, what info are you after ?I can help you out.

[@bonnie9235]

Basically product information, such as what are those fibers you add and type of concrete etc. You give excellent process info, I just need product information. Thank you so much

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Cement powder is a normal type 10 portland found at any hardware store.AR glass fibres can be bought online, Canada.. Gadsby concrete, or sculpture supply Canada. In the U.S. ...Trinic or Buddy Rhodes.

[@bon47ful]

Gorgeous! And a really interesting process. Thank you! 💕

[@patriciafroelich-pilichows841]

Another question...how did you get the base color and dark brown veins? I love this painting technique!

[@mrconcreteartisan]

The base color is just a dark tinted Terra Cotta. The vein color is the exact same ,just appears darker because of the depth of the veins.👍

[@jaxusmc1142]

I am new to your channel and am trying to do this as well. where do you find these great leaves to cast?

[@bonniehowell6604]

Loving every minute. Would love to buy one birdbath for my yard. Live in Tallahassee, FL

[@gundogphil1534]

Fantastic video cut off at end how do yo weather proof and keep colour thanks for video

[@rubygray7749]

A thing of beauty and a joy forever!

[@lesliehayward2419]

Beautiful choices. Love it. Would love to see more of your paintings. How long after painting a leaf should I wait to apply a water concrete sealer? It will be outside all season. Plant zone 3. Thanks very much.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Hi Leslie ,wait 24 hours before sealing after paint .Wait another 24 for the sealer to cure before putting it in the outdoors.

[@brendadavis7416]

Hello, i was looking at videos and love your page. You do very beautiful work.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Thanks so much Brenda.

[@sharonbendtsen2973]

Thanks Gris I was hoping you would do a video of this type of paint job. I am going to give it a try

[@sharonbendtsen2973]

This is Buggs

[@debrashort7621]

Do you have a tutorial on how to erect a leaf waterfall? Love your tutorials, thank you for sharing your knowledge

[@annjackson7108]

Fantastic! thanks so much for sharing your talent with everyone. I need to paint a concrete log used to support a bird bath. Have you a video which might help, or could you offer me any suggestions on colour and how to achieve a 'old log' look that will fit into my shaded tropical garden?

[@mrconcreteartisan]

I don't have to many painting vids ,but here is a friend of mine that has quite a few painting techniques in his vids.Give him a look, kzbin.info/door/IYdirvefYkMe_EEP588W4Q

[@annjackson7108]

Thank you very much, will take a look.

[@patriciafroelich-pilichows841]

Gris do you water down the acrylic paints for dry brush or keep it thick and then dry off like you showed us...looks thicker than the sponge off one you did. LOVE that leaf😍

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Hey Patricia , I use it straight up no dilution.

[@hdhoffable]

I think it looks awesome! The video stopped just as you were talking about sealing the leaf. What do you do or use other then the gloss sealer? Thank you your videos and how you explain everything is very helpful. Harriet

[@hdhoffable]

I looked back in comments thought someone else may have asked. And they did so I got my answer. Thanks again for all the tutorials! They are very helpful and enjoyable to watch!

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Thanks Harriet, I use a commercial concrete sealer.It's available in gloss or matt finish.You can find similar products at a lowes or Homedepot. If you're keeping it indoors ,no need to seal.

[@hdhoffable]

mrconcreteartisan Thank You!

[@Sandifitzy23]

Looks great!! ❤️😍. Love the colours.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Thanks ,and thanks for watching.

[@nickyatkins5127]

I am trying to make one of these at the moment , I would like to use it to make a fountain for our koi pond . If I use a cement sealer is it ok to use for a fish pond . I wouldn’t like it to leach out anything that’s going to kill the fish . Thanks and your work is fantastic I hope I can make one that’s even slightly as good as your work ,messaging from the midlands in the uk

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Morning Nicky (well , my morning). Use a water based sealer,and no it won't affect your fish . My pond is a testing ground with sealed pieces submerged in the pond.Going on ten years with no adverse effects.Good luck to you from the wilds of British Columbia lol.

[@nickyatkins5127]

Thanks for your reply I have now made 3 that I am really chuffed with even managed to paint them to my liking ! Long story but I painted them before applying the sealer ! Does the acrylic paint seal the sealer from the water as water just seems to make the sealer melt back to its original state ☹️Sorry to expect you to give away your secrets Thanks again Nicky from the uk

[@mrconcreteartisan]

@@nickyatkins5127 Hey Nicky , glad you're happy with your projects.I never seal before paint only seal after painting ,use a water based sealer.👍😉

[@nickyatkins5127]

mrconcreteartisan looks like it’s back to searching for one again then ! Having trouble finding one you can use over acrylic unless you can recommend one that I could get in this country thanks again nicky

[@nickyatkins5127]

😭😭😭😭😭help does it have to be a concrete sealer or just like water based varnish / sealer .i cannot find a water based concrete sealer that can be used : for use in a pond : over acrylic paint and for concrete ? Either your country is a long way ahead for these sealers than us or there isn’t such a thing ! Sorry to keep annoying you

[@Krix6426]

Cool videos! What paint set are you using? It looks like a good variety over a few vids. thanks!

[@neno2578]

thank you for sharing your knowledge! dont worry mr concrete we love the color choices..never argue with the artist right?

[@clcjek]

So if you don't seal them, don't the colors run? Is it just for decoration? It's beautiful!

[@mrconcreteartisan]

No the colors won't run.Acrylic hold up extremely well without sealing.On the other hand ,if this is going outdoors in rain etc ,I do seal them.This is an indoor piece.

[@daphnelaverack7345]

Hey Griz do you seal your piece before you paint and if so what do you use

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Morning Daphne ,no I seal after I paint .Any good water based concrete sealer will work ,you can find it at most big box hardware stores. Behr is a good one from Home depot.

[@joannebrazeau6533]

I bought two bags of parging before I watched your video😏 am I able to mix this with the Portland cement at anytime? I don’t like to waste the stuff.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Geee ,good question.There is portland in parging already.Not sure what adding more would do. Don't want to give you bad info ,haven't known anyone to use it before.Give it a try. Sorry Joanne wished I had a better answer for you.

[@joannebrazeau6533]

I want to thank you for doing your vids, I am having a blast with cement. What an experience this is!👏👏

[@joannebrazeau6533]

Hello, Thanks for your reply. I have had a lot requests for my leaves do you have a ball park figure that I should charge for the painted or unpainted leaves? Thanks for your time, Joanne

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Hey Joanne ,that's a tough question. It depends on what your market can bare.What I sell mine for may not work in your area. Depends as well on quality, size ,rareness of a leaf ,or the difficulty factor as well.All I can tell you is we sell from $20 up to $1500.

[@joannebrazeau6533]

mrconcreteartisan my leaves are turning out quite nicely, I am very proud of my painted one. The unpainted leaf that I’ve made would be a medium size regular rhubarb leaf. Could I charge $30 for that one perhaps? How much would you charge for your big leaf in this video?

[@annjackson7108]

That leaf is stunning! Did you use a pigment in the cement to get the lovely color pre paint?

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Hi CJ,I do on occasion use iron oxide to color my concrete ,but not in this instance.This was a painted on base coat.

[@frankc6430]

how strong are the casted leaves? like a diner dish or harder,brittle? can you put some weight on it?... thank you

[@cherokeenativeamerican798]

Omg! I love this video 💜💚💖 I just found it today! thank you so much for sharing this!💜💚💖

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Thanks for the kind words.Glad you enjoyed it.

[@jeanniewinters847]

Love your attitude 😊 How far down are you on your bucket list?😎

[@bobrutan4735]

good video......thanks. this is very similar to the technique I use when painting bird carvings and need to highlight feathers. I'm anxious to try it on some leaves...... carveit

[@jeanniewinters847]

Bruce, I left a glowing comment for your 3 part Rhubarb leaf. So, won't go on and on. I live in The Central Valley of California. My question is if the Gunnera plant could grow here? Thanks again for such detail in your tuts!!!😎😎😎

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Lol ,Bruce?? My name is Daryl or I go by the gris.Thanks for the kind words.That's a tough one,I grow them here we are in the interior of British Columbia,And we get very hot and dry summers (low humidity).I have to really baby them ,lots of water ,direct sun but not afternoon too hot here.They grow best in western Washington ,and the west coast of B.C. See if you can ask a local horticultural society or garden club about their thoughts on it.

[@birdietherecycledhippychic642]

Your vid cut off just when you were talking about sealing. What kind of sealer when you do use one? I want my painted elephant ear to be a bird bath.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Hi Amy ,I use a solvent based sealer .For your bird bath I would look for a water based concrete sealer, available at most home depots.If you would like a food grade sealer ,search out Buddy Rhodes products ,you can order on line.👌😃

[@angieh4534]

Yes, I appreciate your vids! Very useful! I’ve just discovered your vids ..

[@mikeandsherri1984]

Absolutely beautiful work! You have inspired me to try this ;)

[@dougiepaine449]

about how big in inches is that leaf. mine seem smaller but i have just done one which is about 32 inches be 32 inches.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Gee, just guessing about 28 in. Can't recall exactly. 32 is a good size , I have some biggies coming up in a few weeks. Might do a vid on it.The biggest I ever did was 5ft x 4ft ,that was a chore.

[@brianbain9452]

What kinda brushes and if I’m using multiple colors where to buy acrylic paint

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Cheap chip brushes work great! Any craft style acrylic paint will work.

[@susanweigel134]

beautiful! What kind of paint did you use?

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Hi Susan ,I use acrylic or a good outdoor latex.

[@juliecorrall9595]

Small tip add yellow to the white then you’ll get better colour results with less paint. Great video

[@sonjabutler1115]

I love it! Beautiful

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Thank you Sonja :)

[@sharonbendtsen2973]

I think it is gorgeous

[@timnanhall]

Can you please explain the terra-cotta.....was that a coloring you put in the concrete pour? What type of concrete coloring do you like?

[@mrconcreteartisan]

The Terra cotta was a paint treatment with acrylic latex paint.If I do color concrete I prefer Iron oxide powders .

[@bethbartlett5692]

Do you have a mold and make your own leaves? Or - purchase them ready to paint?

[@mrconcreteartisan]

No mold for these, each one is cast from a single leaf , no two are the same.I grow 90% of the different leaves out back of my shop in a large garden and two greenhouses.I have made molds and sell them(skins) for clients who can't grow theses leaves in their area.

[@shelleykenyon8365]

Hay there for me I would use copper and gold dust

[@roxanasgo2634]

Guauuuu genial geacias por compartir este hermoso arte

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Você é muito bem-vindo.

[@lupitat3]

I think it's just beautiful

[@gailaroonie]

This is fabulous ❤

[@tamaratapp-wilkerson8189]

How and when do you paint the vains

[@donnaguyton153]

Beautiful up until blue.

[@rgwhite45]

What kind of paints are you using?

[@uldithsmith5500]

Love it

[@jeanniewinters847]

Sorry, I referred to you as Bruce. Guess your name is Gris? Am loving this Gunnera.

[@deyodie]

So so pretty

[@coraanderson8415]

Does it matter whether you think interior or exterior of latex paint?

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Hi Cora ,I prefer exterior, a wee bit tougher for outdoors.

[@yuhesdance1380]

soooo inspiring

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Thanks Yuki!!

[@taniamara7577]

Uauuu...!!! Muito show😍😍😍👏👏👏

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Muito obrigado

[@MartaMariaRomaoTRibas]

Muito lindo!

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Muito obrigado :)

[@sarahjines7791]

Are you Michigan?

[@sarahjines7791]

Iove your artistry!

[@reneeheld8458]

Very beautiful! How much do you sell a piece like this for?

[@mrconcreteartisan]

A lot, lol.Can't recall sold quite awhile ago.

[@wandavaz2027]

Belissima...

[@OlysZoo]

Yes, if you want buttery yellow, start with white or an off white and add yellow (tons of shades) I found out the hard way like you and wasted paint. Hee he. So now I mix one tablespoonful to see what the ratio will be.

[@abeer2453]

WOW 😍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@mrconcreteartisan]

Lol, thanks Muna :)

[@barbaraharrington187]

C.

[@mrconcreteartisan]

???

[@MartaMariaRomaoTRibas]

Muito lindo!