Drawing From a Master, John Singer Sargent. Cesar Santos vlog 090

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Drawing in my sketchbook at the Morgan Library and Museum in New York City. John Singer Sargent is one of the greatest portrait artist of all time, I took advantage of a special exhibition showing his drawings in charcoal. I am demonstrating how I interpret the drawing technique of such a Master.
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Experience how I paint the human figure. I explain every thought of the process, and you will see me apply every mark on the canvas in my latest video:
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Witness my whole process of drawing the figure, from the construct stage to the final layers of rendering. You will hear my every thought and see every mark of charcoal on the paper:
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[@rubberducky6411]

I’m amazed how humble you are to always be the student and not the master.

[@vince-1337]

Sign of grand master

[@owntor1]

He has a growth mindset.

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@TheVanillatech]

Erm, he is the student and basically produced a copy of a an original, around 3 inches big, in 25 minutes. He also raps at the end of his videos. Lets get a grip now, shall we?

[@oztrog6599]

A true master is an eternal student

[@markcaselius5993]

I've really missed these types of videos. Can't tell you how much they've helped me progress. Just the simple act of watching a master put pencil to paper is invaluable. Please continue.

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@rajagopalanravindran7619]

Dear Cesar, you are truly an inspiring artist for all living artists and for all generations to come! Your thought processes as to how you make art is indeed a treasure trove, too! Thank you for sharing. 👍👏😉🙏❤️

[@Yusio]

I managed to also see JSS charcoal portraits at the Morgan library in October 2019, and was really struck with how efficient he was with his tones. Having you break down the techniques even further is really helpful and valuable to my studies!

[@brannonmcclure6970]

I'm so new to wanting to draw the human figure, and I follow the things you do in this remark.

[@MrLopez-gb9hq]

Shout out to Cesar's wife for holding the camera for that long 👍

[@nika-bx2gl]

SHIZAAAA

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@jaxketpocket7147]

I assumed it was a tripod ! She can hold a camera inhumanly still!!

[@jamlane]

Muchisimas gracias, Cesar. Siempre estoy agradecido por tus esfuerzos!

[@johnsanchez4059]

AND THE MUSIC IS FANTASTIC!

[@LizGridleyArtist]

Those graphite portraits glow ♡

[@ercm2393]

I love how you always seem to have a plan before start drawing. Deliberate perfect practice makes perfect! Truly Inspiring!! And love the music!

[@duncansutherland47]

Man, watching you is so helpful. Thank you!

[@user-si9hv7ts2e]

Este muchacho es un verdadero artista !!!

[@firefly1013]

Thank you for doing this in real time; I learned so much just by watching you!

[@dorcasbass5585]

Do not ever forget his underlying reliance upon photography and the light box.

[@josineisilva922]

Perfeito trabalho! Desenho de observação com essa precisão somente você mesmos grande artista Cesar Santos!

[@cookiemonster3147]

So much fun to do, going to the museum with your drawing supplies. A very inspiring video. Thank you

[@gianmikaeloalegre8500]

I looked for a Caesar Santos drawing vlog because I was frustrated that I wasn't getting the results I wanted in my drawing, this video pushed me to move my ass and keep working at it. I wish I could be an apprentice of Caesar's, and all the great modern artists, what a dream that is.

[@johaunZ]

Thank you two for another great video!

[@hektor6766]

I love drawing this way. It really is like painting with a stick or pencil, filling in local tones and working to the bolder details, and the result looks classically academic. I believe it's how Sargent himself characteristically worked, considering his regard of values, the confidence that highlights would reveal themselves, and the situation of features.

[@marianchones]

My both of my favorite artists ....what an amazing study....2020 vision board meet Cesar Santos💖

[@janeodee1677]

So relaxing.

[@jeffhreid]

I know from his biography that Sargent traveled as a young person with his family throughout Europe and made studies of master works in museums. It is remarkable to me how Cesar is connected to the history of the old masters through the seminal process of learning from the past to prepare to make something new. Enjoyed the video .

[@jeffhreid]

Cesar’s ability to nail the proportions always strikes me. Getting your marks in largely the right place on the first try goes a long way towards having a successful drawing. It is a difficult skill to ingrain . The other thing he really does well in these quick sketches is apply a solid value structure that holds up at distance. Shape and value folks shape and value, it’s fundamental

[@Beautyofcolors]

Your artworks are just marvelous, the level of intricate details it has is just awesome.

[@dhammadasa2563]

He is the Maestro, not only is he one of the worlds greatest artists but, a very kind person 👍🏼

[@pongaseapintar3913]

Aprende bien a escribir en inglés, no tiene sentido tu comentario

[@UltimateFashion1]

Yas, biatch, YAAAASS!!! You bring me to life, Cesar! 💋

[@gol622]

Wonderful artist.💜

[@sanjeevfakiru4123]

Wow! ⚡️🔥🌟

[@samzie67]

Eres un artista fantástico señor santos, muy muy bueno! Gracias!

[@anilkatta2283]

Very nice drawing... it's inspiring too.💎

[@palomagomez4992]

Eres un genio Cesar,gracias por tus videos.

[@ellaspainting9810]

Your drawing is amazing! And I love sargent! Thank you for sharing! :)

[@EdwinLopez-nf8ud]

I saw the exhibit in November. Such beautiful work. Your depth in understanding Sargent’s charcoals and your interpretation with graphite proved to be an insightful and educational opportunity. Thank you Cesar! 🇨🇺!

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@javiermateo4315]

Cesar eres un genio! Y tienes un gran talento.

[@edwgwilymedwgwilym2827]

Great video. Thanks. Love the subject and the way you presented it

[@drawingmaster8318]

I know how hard it is to make such a great masterpiece cuz I also draw. I couldn't imagine how much effort you put in. nice 👍

[@ivelissemontalvo5741]

Eres bueno, Cesar, muy bueno!

[@duantorruellas716]

Now this guy makes sense , he always has . Not like these pretentious artists that say nothing. Santos is a master that sees this art as a science, and has never lost his enthusiasm. He is down to earth and continues to learn , because even masters continue to learn , myself included. He is also a great teacher because he can explain complex aspects in simple terms. That is the mark of a good teacher.

[@shuvoDhar.5537]

Great work sir. My favorite artist sir jhon singer Sargent and you🙏🥰🥰🥰 ❤❤❤❤❤

[@thetawaves48]

Thanks for explaining the difference between a "linear" approach and a "mass" or "solid" approach.

[@JohnyAndrew]

I would love to learn to draw from you . What an amazing artist . I’m currently in college at an art institute and I’ve been watching your videos to help me with drawing and it has helped a lot so thanks Cesar :)

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@purplehelm8853]

How can anyone dislike this video?? If you don't like the video don't watch it! Let those of us who admire some masterwork choose to like this video. People are haters!!

[@purplehelm8853]

JF F yeah yeah. U got ur feelings hurt lmao

[@purplehelm8853]

JF F oh, tiny brained and small minded is far from this guy. I gave my opinion and YOU came to this thread to cry and soapbox over the word “haters” stating my opinion so in the end I’m not the intolerant one. There are people who go and dislike videos just because they are jealous and for u to defend them, ur looking pretty suspect right now which explains why u felt like u go SJW. Lol So kick rocks w/ that SJW lingo buddy.

[@_sixareen_4125]

I really look up to you, Sir. More power!

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@frogtomandocafe9007]

Tô Impressionada

[@CarolettaMurtari]

this video was simply amazing, I now have a wider grasp of jss techniques! thank you so much!

[@seventhsun1]

Great video as always, I'm so happy that you still make them for us. Wish I could see you painting some landscape though, because I really love your approach to this subject. :)

[@DiabolicalAngel]

You were in New York! Awesome ♡

[@Ola-ye2yd]

Master drawing from a master 😃

[@arthurtevosyan5174]

I wish you draw bigger, great process!

[@nicoroyovillanova8319]

Great video!!👍👍

[@harshadk4595]

1:15 I've thought of these exact thoughts in this week..

[@RajKumar-xh1fm]

This is real art

[@CharlesHancockCreations]

Makes me want to go to a museum. Great work. Almost starting with a tonal mid and working in dark and lights. 🙏🏼

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@JoseRivera-ov8ib]

I like your procedure. Just like when the medium you use is transparent, the procedure is light to dark. It make sense to me why you do it in this process. Thanks man! You are truely a master! May GOD bless you and your family.

[@EricF647]

Excellent!

[@Pduaearts]

You always awesome idol

[@hannomazzurana9809]

Awesome 👏

[@carlorossi1261]

Beautiful

[@MrLopez-gb9hq]

Great video. I learned a lot. It's also awesome to see someone with a completely different style than sargents draw one of his drawings. So many artist want to draw like him but that's like trying to sing with another person's vocal cords. It's not gonna be the same.

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@amats3]

Fantastic to watch you develop this in real time and to listen to your thoughts as you do. Your initial tones in the shadow shapes are exactly how Sargent would have started a watercolor sketch. ❤️ So great. I wonder if the people who sat for these portraits ever imagined that their images would be hanging in museums for the world to study? 😉

[@sharonoddlyenough]

I was thinking along the same lines, working from light to dark reminded me of watercolour. I think charcoal would have a similar process, too

[@sharon1775]

l love this video (with a passion!)

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@raeshiellee2408]

thank youuuu so much for inspiringgg meeeee.

[@preetiartist01]

Caesar is best. Always generous

[@Ramonesaehs]

Brilliant

[@nipasartgallery]

Wow

[@lindamclean8809]

Wonderful😊😊

[@josephtermeer4595]

Copying is a wonderful way to obtain a process and develop skills!

[@sunilsolat3000]

👌Great Artist🎨🌍🙏my gru teacher 🙏🇮🇳

[@ashwinkumar3069]

Wow super ceaser....

[@JUMBARGUITAR]

CESAR I LOVE YOU' THANK YOU SO MUCH !!!!!

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@raynoladominguez4730]

Great video. Sargent has always been one of my favorites. I did the same thing, any master that provoked something within me; I studied them. First to analyze what it was about their piece that I was drawn to and then how this was achieved by the other artist. I copied and studied until I felt comfortable with the technique and then I attempted to reproduce this aspect and it into my own pieces, no matter how minute the step. And so, as a result the personal techniques and style of my artwork is just a marriage, a mashup, a compilation, the offspring of many small nuances of art that I admired enough to study and become intimate with. Does this make me an unimaginative fraud or analytical artist? You are a master, I think that you are amazing.

[@sharonoddlyenough]

Imo, that process is what all artists go through. 'Steal like an artist' You master techniques so your imagination is not bound by limitations of your execution. Keep going!

[@mathieuvart]

+Cesar Santos I have brought your portrait DVD. So far it is really good. You are a great teacher.

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@AblackGenie]

Yes yes yes I understand, but please don't forget you are a master yourself Cesar!

[@aconig]

We have one of Sargents paintings here in Omaha. Did a sketch of it felt intimidated by it, but also enjoyed doing it.

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@roathripper]

oh congrats on 100k subs man, you're on a roll!

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@eliasandrinopoulos8746]

That was great really wonderful drawing! ✍🏻 I’m always blown away by Sargent’s technical skill which is always in service of emotive details in his subjects, truly brilliant. You are, too, brother, love your work! Ps, nice freestyle at the end😊👨🏼‍🎨😂👏🏻👍🏻🙏🏻

[@mahie0310]

that is a good tutorial ty cesar, we wish the next tutorial you show us a new free complete super realistic painting portrait

[@Lucylew1111]

🤩

[@danielapainter]

😍

[@667hodge]

You're a cool dude 🤘

[@christian-hx6en]

muchas gracias por todo Cesar, eres una motivación, soy el del mapache btw jaja

[@karenseneferu1979]

Thank you Cesar. Your drive in all forms of your creativity being is inspiring.

[@ang3liusofficial108]

I really missed your videos,those helped me a lot and improved my painting skills..I wanna thank you for all the scrutinise explanation you provide each video❤💥 You r my favourite portrait artist,you amazed me.I hope you will upload more frequently.Keep up the good work😍👍______

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@JoseRivera-gj9ig]

Your the master now

[@Omarcomics911]

I will never gonna be like you some day

[@sharonoddlyenough]

Learn from him and be yourself someday. Best wishes!

[@zimrianispresent8123]

I'm up with health problems but very nice you upload. So relaxing. My bunny and I will watch together 🐰

[@TheAndreArtus]

Hope you feel better soon.

[@kermithesavage4283]

I hope you feel better now 😊

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@zimrianispresent8123]

@@kermithesavage4283 wow thank you. I am nearly better now ^_^

[@zimrianispresent8123]

@@TheAndreArtus thank you very much I am nearly better ^_^

[@DennisCNolasco]

The secret sauce is master studies!

[@darrens.6447]

So he finished it under 30mins while standing and by using only 2B pencil without a blending stump.. 😱

[@CPTkeyes317]

That one story.... Its not the arrow, its the Indian

[@svendbosanvovski4241]

Thoroughly absorbed in this, Cesar. Great sound track and editing. I see you have used the one pencil (Staedtler Lumograph B?). No doubt you use more in the studio.

[@CondottieriGattamelata]

Thank you very much, it's very interesting. Sorry for my bad English.

[@dougg1075]

Nice

[@ianjackson5834]

have you ever used Staedtler mars lumograph black pencils they are a hybrid graphite & carbon mix pencil that go as dark as charcoal. thanks for the video

[@santocesart]

I'll have to try them!

[@sentry9834]

@@santocesart I think you'll like them. They are awesome.

[@lokeyartist]

Sinix always say draw like a painter

[@Bergacci88]

Excellent video. What sketchbook and pencil are you using?

[@paul_domici]

I was there also! It's amazing! I work in NY! Would you ever make an appearance to meet some fans? Thank You!

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@savanamothoa6052]

You are my virtual art mentor. Fuck, you inspire me. Thanks for the videos!. Im really trying to absorb your habits in the hopes of attaining your skill. Thanks for providing your process in the figure painting dvd. Man just thanks for bieng generous.

[@DeA2875]

I wish I was 3/4 the artist you are. Practice practice practice

[@piyushpandeyarts.02]

#sikhwalarts

[@Adammoodyfineart]

Always great videos...learned so much from them. Did you by chance mention which grade you were drawing with?

[@santocesart]

Started with an HB I believe, then got a 2b for darker accents

[@darthphoenix9261]

Cesar Santos, do you know Joaquin Sorolla? Un maestro de la pintura Española de principios del siglo XX. Fué coetáneo de Singer Sargent y con estilo similar, donde predomina la luz y el color

[@jorgelozanoprol]

Darth Phoenix there is an exhibition right now in Madrid showing Sorollas drawings... and Goyas drawings at Prado museum. Cesar you should come to Madrid!

[@DianaSobrado]

Wow!!! ¿Cómo haces luego para que no se emborrone una página con la otra? Fijador de carboncillo o papel cebolla en medio?