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[@lindaraereneau484]

I find that my drawings were better before I started watching how-to videos. However, now I've gotten over that hump and back to "expressing the feeling that face gives me" as the goal. I know what you mean! The drawing videos I've watched have helped me become more aware of what I'm doing so they were not a waste. But we do have to consciously forget all the left brain stuff, metaphorically speaking, to actually draw a face that is alive and unique. I became aware of how static and unalive my drawing has become by comparing untaught first drawings with "trying to follow the rules" drawings. Now I am evolving the combination.

[@AmitPortraits]

Exactly

[@katm8128]

Your channel is so underrated. Thank you so much for this

[@TonySwaby]

Thanks for that I was just considering taking it down as it's becoming too much of a interference. I'll give it a bit longer🙏

[@lg8365]

If I see a subject that "I love" it turns out a better piece of art! I suggest ppl try ALL mediums and find something you like using! Tony....this was Spot on Hun! Great video!!!!❤🇨🇦

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you :)

[@najaziz08]

I agree whole heartedly about drawing as an emotional response. But I also need the technical knowledge of different materials to be able to do that. I’ve found the knowledge of musculature or the skeletal arrangement useful to get overall understanding of the image. But once I know that then my emotional response kicks in which as you say is more important. I guess I’m a novice at it so perhaps need that background information. Thank you for your lovely videos- I always enjoy them and learn a lot.

[@TonySwaby]

My pleasure. Most people have a "need to know" approach to drawing. For me drawing is not knowing, that's how you really connect with your subject and it shows in the result. The knowledge thing means the outcome is restricted. My zero expectation - pure response approach seem to go against traditional thinking :)

[@reallylame569]

The best 5 minute video of information I've seen, thanks.

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you 🙏

[@debrucool]

This is such precious wisdom. Thank you so much for sharing this. This is such a strong confirmation of my own art journey too. I also discovered responsive drawing when I was really young and very recently just last year I've started getting back into it. I call it 'intuitive drawing' because when I draw I feel I hardly am doing anything, but much of the things are revealed to me through inner guidance, it's a spiritual experience for me. I have experienced such massive accelerated progress in my ability to draw portraits, using this way of drawing. I never yet found another person on the internet talking about this way of drawing and it feels so amazing hearing you share about this. Thank you so very much for sharing this with the world 😀

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you :) It's great to connect with another like minded soul (have you read Robert Henri's book "The Art Spirit"? maybe the brotherhood is a real thing ;)

[@debrucool]

@@TonySwaby Thank you so much for the book recommendation. I haven't read the book, but by the sound of it, it does sound really interesting. I might give it a read sometime 😀

[@TonySwaby]

It's available on here so you don't have to buy it... kzbin.info/www/bejne/jKXUg4l4i5unrqMsi=DkVz5sQ6i97wnHyW @@debrucool

[@londonin1977]

I like your drawings, but I like your thinking much more. Salute!

[@paulglobus9999]

On top of everything else, Tony, you are a sincere and humble human being. Thanks for this little talk.

[@TonySwaby]

Too kind, thank you :)

[@NickRossi]

I am so glad I found your channel.

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you :)

[@elaynescanlan2353]

What you say is so absolutely true Tony.. when I accidently start watching too many KZbin videos.. I click on this... & remind myself what I'm actually doing 🙏

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you :)

[@emirkoycu7422]

Sir, this video changed my view about art, drawing and all about these topics. Before this video i think i have to learn; anatomy, methods,rules and so on and i feel stuck in soo much time. But you sir taught me this is art and i have to learn myself i know if you want draw comic you have to learn anatomy and rules etc but if you want just draw or sketch it is limitless. Thank you so much sir! I appreciate it!

[@walterwarwick354]

I can't agree more!!!

[@aoife3571]

As a person searching through the mountains of KZbin tutorials, this is finally what I've been looking for. Your words really struck a cord with me. Thank you so much Tony.

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you 👍

[@rockymarciano6750]

Thank you Tony. The most down to earth advice, devoid of any, ‘you must do this’ quotes.

[@TonySwaby]

Thanks 👍

[@stephenwhite4960]

Why have all of your video's disappeared I loved to re-watch them. such an inspiration!

[@TonySwaby]

I'm focusing on my students and commissions now. YT was too much of a distraction :)

[@stephenwhite4960]

@@TonySwaby I'm sad to see them gone! even your courses on your web site have gone which I was going to sign up for. I've just changed from BT to EE and experiencing grief keeping my phone number! But feel lucky that I saw your free video's anyway and wish you well and shall stay subscribed as a reminderthank you. regards Stephen

[@TonySwaby]

@@stephenwhite4960 the courses are still available on the site

[@stephenwhite4960]

@@TonySwaby Thanks Tony "'Got it , signed up, all working, nice to hear your dulcet tones again" regards Stephen

[@TonySwaby]

@@stephenwhite4960 no worries, thank you I'll send you a link to the 27 lesson pack as well, should keep you busy :)

[@idiopathic5774]

Your channel is a treasure sir . God bless you

[@TonySwaby]

It's my pleasure, thank you :)

[@markup6394]

I think there is a certain inspiration going on that makes us want to be creative, whether thats drawing or sculpting or whatever medium finds it's way into our hands. Its this inspiration that ignites our passion, and with passion comes our desire to keep pushing, to keep going. Though I think, skill is important, skill is also dead if there is no passion behind it: I always wanted to draw "properly" but found that the more I learned the less inspired I became. The more I knew, the more I realised I knew nothing. It was discouraging. At the moment I'm still looking for that spark, if you will, to get going again... something that makes me want to keep going and explore.

[@yellowpink9962]

Heartfelt ......thank you. Lately, when I have been doing landscape painting, from a magazine picture, after about an hour of painting I FEEL as if I am actually in/at that place !! I miss it, when I am finished, Love this.

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you 🙏

[@dukerosendahl6235]

Thank you so much for explaining your thoughts on the process. I also feel much of what I see online is nonsensical. I don’t know what my process is. I paint what I feel I guess

[@TonySwaby]

My pleasure 🙏

[@jonduthiel7399]

Tony after watching your videos I’ve been doing some charcoal work. And using your attitude and approach I was pleasantly surprised at how much more enjoyable it is . And getting nice results. Thank you it’s nice to see your handsome face too .

[@TonySwaby]

I'm blushing :)

[@jonduthiel7399]

@@TonySwaby 🤣

[@mehmetsbirlik4112]

Best advice ever!!! Thank you❤ But unfortunately this is the most challenging part for any talented people. They have to understand differents between talent and creativity!

[@karinvankempen6892]

Thank you so much for this message. It’s refreshing and kind of soothing amongst all the videos about systems to follow, loomis, reilly, geometric shapes, block-ins etc. I watched tons of it and every time whilst I’m drawing that way I think “I can’t do this, I’m drawing with my head, I’m thinking all the time, I don’t connect, there’s no life in it” etc. I notice every time that I have to FEEL what I’m drawing and then I can do better than with whatever system I could use. I’m looking too of course 🙂, but in a kind of ‘feeling what I see’ way. Nice to hear your vision. Hope you’ll make more video’s. Nice that it’s also calm……and not one of those ‘screamy-fast and funny’-type of you tube videos. Can be funny sometimes, but I like the calm approach. Thanks!

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you, yes drawing is captureing what you see driven by what you feel. Your response to something so important, it's what makes your work unique :)

[@karinvankempen6892]

@@TonySwaby I totally agree!

[@karengrobler8525]

So well said , thanks Tony , your wise words, confirmed my own path , so glad I heard it from you, Be blessed

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you :)

[@fr7115]

Beautiful portrait!!! Hearts!

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you :)

[@beatrizdavis1998]

I'm interested in seeing more of your videos, thank you. I feel the same way you do about art 😊 just subscribed

[@KLeonardM]

Just found you by chance. This video was intriguing. Thanks so much. I may binge watch. New Sub.

[@pruntyportraits]

Just discovered your channel. It's great. Thank you for sharing your experience and wisdom Tony

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you :)

[@AndrejBlazon]

So well put! Really enjoyed watching and hearing this.

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you :)

[@kathylarson8876]

My art is a hobby, I agree with him, I love to do portraits and do a lot from utube of my favorite people whom I feel I connect with who give me my spark

[@TonySwaby]

Art is never a hobby it's far more important than that :)

[@kathylarson8876]

@TonySwaby by hobby I mean I never sell, don't feel the need and I do not know how to sell sufficiently and i would be feeling is it good enough, the few portraits i do for people i give to them, it does something for me though, gives me peace, you are correct

[@TonySwaby]

@@kathylarson8876I don't sell mine either :)

[@kathylarson8876]

@TonySwaby starting to do pastels now and so much fun

[@TonySwaby]

@@kathylarson8876I never had any decent pastels so not really used them properly :)

[@agneshosni4787]

The skills issue makes sense now

[@montxualsina9812]

Nice voice, thanks for your wisdom...

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you :)

[@gloriamargolis581]

I like your outlook on drawing portraits or just drawing in general, I think it makes complete sense 😊👍🏻🥰❤️🙏

[@TonySwaby]

Thank you🙏

[@ernestresendes5051]

Thanks for sharing this 🙏

[@TonySwaby]

My pleasure

[@annadrawsnow]

Love this - beautiful share & totally resonates! ❤

[@TonySwaby]

So glad!

[@MichelDespres]

Hi Tony, I'm amazed at each of your video. I like your approach, more on the artistic emotional response rather than technique. I'm always wondering how you find those so perfectly litten with balanced shadows model reference. Do you take pictures yourself or find them online ?

[@TonySwaby]

I take them myself and find them online.

[@MichelDespres]

@@TonySwaby Thanks for your quick answer. You're really inspiring, I love what you do, you highly motivate me, I'm now drawing almost every day. ♥️

[@louisea966]

i have been loving your vids when i am able to catch them live - but you don;t keep them on YT? i just tuned into one and it ended before i could catch up on the 15 mins i missed.

[@PinturaYdibujoENVIVO]

Drawing it’s an art form it’s skilled based coupled with intuition… the problem is when you think skill is all you need

[@nancyvfinn5253]

What about a Mahl stick...

[@TonySwaby]

?

[@nicktrifilis4832]

Show something or tell us how to make videos on you tube!!

[@nancyvfinn5253]

Hey what happened?? Are you done?