Ex Multis Ad Unum - Restoring A Split Painting - Narrated

When a painting is catastrophically damaged often the assumed choice is whether or not to save the piece. For the conservator it is not a question of if or can the painting should be saved, rather it's how to save it.
In this video Julian Baumgartner of Baumgartner Fine Art Restoration in Chicago shares how a painting of Mary that had been split into four pieces is fully conserved and restored. Using both traditional and modern approaches, archival and fully reversible materials, slowly but surely the piece is saved. All of the work is stable and can be removed in the future if ever so desired.
One of the challenges that the conservator often faces is before being able to embark upon the work of restoring the painting the old conservation attempts and materials must first be addressed. That is, before the "do" comes a lot of "undo." Unknown materials and motives can be frustrating and difficult to address yet with experience and resources these can be overcome.
This is the narrated version of the original video. Many of the questions that were asked in the KZbin comments section are addressed here.
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[@YourIngrownToenail]

"...the dealer didn't own up to that... umm..." *smacks lips* "Anyhow..." *Damn, the shade*

[@hacky_sackin]

I know lol, he didn't want to smite them too hard, but we already knew it was too late lmao

[@Chiara-fm1ty]

when when

[@58book]

1:18

[@lolitahaze02]

The shade in this video is hahahaaa

[@asianpotatoesbeangry571]

Yeesh the most blunt shade ever lol XD

[@alex0589]

"The dealer sat on the painting for many years..." Well, maybe that's what did it.

[@chloeellis1246]

such an underrated comment right here. Well done good sir

[@grace-en9sm]

I just wHEezED

[@fpw2223]

Grace Christenson I wheezed so hard my lungs collapsed

[@moonpenguin6298]

@@fpw2223 umm.u ok Bro?

[@-ruubi-7270]

@@moonpenguin6298 no, definitely not

[@ambulocetusnatans]

Pro tip: watch the narrated version first, then put on the un-narrated version when a friend stops by and do your own narration to impress them. *That, my dear, is fish gelatin. It melts at a lower temperature than regular gelatin*

[@trevor0245]

Big brain moves

[@lyrqk5829]

I don't have friends

[@pizzatime7404]

@@lyrqk5829 imaginary friends do count

[@elinkeykramme6511]

@@pizzatime7404 exactly they are also always at hand...

[@elinkeykramme6511]

You are brilliant

[@Keltain]

My cat has decided to become a fan of conservation videos. I put this on and you started talking and my cat came running to watch. You sir have a cat as a fan

[@squidballs]

That would be kinda weird... it wouldn’t really work to cool you down during the summer, also how do you feed it while it’s spinning around?

[@VIII-SANANDACHAKRABORTY]

I see you have a cat of culture as well...

[@ournoctuary3165]

That sounds absolutely wonderful.

[@bubbbbletea]

Omg my cat is the same haha. He just got addicted to Julien yesterday, he watches each video with me, fully focused. I didn't quite expect a random comment about exactly that here:)

[@kfl611]

Maybe your cat was an artist in a previous life. And his reward was to come back as your cat.

[@TheWayneBro]

Did I watch the unnarrated version? Yes I did. Am I gonna watch the narrated version? Yes indeed.

[@raquelhoffmann4]

I did it too. And now I'm going to sleep to the unarrated one because it's sooooo soothing.

[@junelovell1189]

possibly more than once

[@deddrz2549]

Raquel Hoffmann lol I’m falling asleep to the narrated one too. His voice is soft and soothing enough that I sometimes forget to pay attention to what he’s actually saying.

[@nicktemple3346]

@@deddrz2549 I do the exact same thing

[@TheUltraViolets08]

Literal same.

[@jente2658]

cant believe y'all so critical. This man could tell me setting the painting on fire will help the conservation adhesive dry and I'd be like ya sounds legit, light it up

[@kimdaeamsabay6401]

Made me crack up so hard HAHAHA

[@normanchan2827]

Exactly!!! Why do people these days think they have the 'qualification' or 'experence' to question not just a professional but a master at their job!!! Just sit back and watch in marvel a master at work. We are so fortunate to watch something that is usual behind closed doors.

[@c0ttage]

"that doesn't sound right but i dont know enough about *painting conservation* to prove you wrong"

[@OakwildeDesigns]

Jente lmao 😂

[@finnilyenough]

Same though lol

[@thirdtemple9179]

Julian is not just a master at conserving art. He’s also master at roasting other conservators as politely as possible

[@vicm.823]

The shade he throws is the equivalent to icy hot. Burns and cools at the same time.

[@lesanimaux4416]

I saw someone describe his roasting being so fancy, he even 'barbecues in a tuxedo' and I thought that was really fitting.

[@Rockhard1492]

I would love to see an April Fool's video where he takes a replica, cheap painting and uses all the methods he hates just to ruin it. "So here we're going to use Gorilla glue for the fixing, and staples for the canvas..."

[@doctorateinmadison]

don't forget the acid based adhesives, irreversible paints, regular paper for the facing and duct tape to fix splits!

[@merururu.]

"And now, Polyurethane."

[@kanexoxo]

"we will not be using washi kozo paper today, but we will be using regular paper as I think it'll help the gorilla glue really stick to the painting."

[@stainew2407]

and then a week after the video he realizes it wasn’t actually a replica

[@lesanimaux4416]

@@stainew2407 that went from April Fools to horror scenario real quick

[@scattygirl1]

"I don't know how the painting got split".... 0:56 "The dealer sat on the painting for many years"...

[@oz_jones]

phoebephoebo .sydney ha

[@splashsong]

I’m sure they didn’t literally sit on it XD but good joke XD

[@wodnyrak]

hahaha that made me laugh out loud, well spotted ^^

[@KosteonLink]

Good one!

[@rhodesianwojak2095]

Lol

[@aubreydoris1258]

"Restoring a Painting" aka Throwing Shade for a Solid 40 Minutes

[@buksteebi]

Makes me wonder what the restoration video of Ecce Homo (from the lady's previous restoration) would be like.

[@ratosphere]

Things I've learned from Julian: Leaving an unprotected piece in a room while painting the room ❌ Rabbit Skin Glue ❌ Staples 🤮

[@escapedcryptid8017]

washi co so my beloved

[@dailinelily]

@@escapedcryptid8017 Yes, and don't forget the Belgian linen!

[@popisdeadisagoodsong9997]

@@dailinelily aaannndd tacks!

[@neckogecko5238]

don’t get me started on polyurethane

[@kaylenvee8150]

I love how the first few minutes was essentially him throwing huge shade at the dealer and his client it's so funny

[@aldy93]

Client : This painting is beyond catastrophe. Can you save it? Baumgartner : Hold my solvent.

[@andyjackson3663]

aye- you can practically imagine him saying "er... thats not what I call bust, hand it over I'll fix that"

[@TheRealColBosch]

Baumgartner: "Now give me solvent back. I'm going to need that."

[@061356]

Absolutely

[@missprincesslaura12]

Every damn time 😂

[@janskeet1382]

Baumgartner: “Get me some xylene, benzene and large shot of polish vodka. It’s showtime!”

[@SweetTea0023]

“But in this case, it’s pretty LOUSY and it looks PRETTY BAD...” yes Baumgartner, drag them

[@Astra.6889]

"You're doing great sweetie!"

[@mrs.chandler9384]

moonlight Anime is lame.

[@Astra.6889]

@@mrs.chandler9384 how is this related to anything?

[@Astra.6889]

@@mrs.chandler9384 my profile pic isn't from an anime

[@Astra.6889]

@@mrs.chandler9384 it was just drawn in an anime style

[@AngelB32]

Since subscribing this channel, everytime something goes wrong in my life I just visualize me gently applying a giant sheet of washi kozo over to prevent further damage, scrapping all the bad energy off, painstakingly restoring the ugly damage that was left and lining everything with belgium linen.🤔

[@h.t.8812]

That is so funny and so awesome

[@feralbluee]

that way to rid yourself of things you don’t want in your consciousness is really fantastic and wholesome. i also have a way to do that which i’ve been using years, but it’s it’s sorta like melting the person completely so they’re gone. i’ve doing that for a while, but not lately. i’ve been around for quite a while. i’m an antique. :) 🌹🌱 but, it’s so

[@AngelB32]

@Karis Kontilis Scorched Earth aproach does seems efective though 😈

[@harrodsblake8054]

I laughed! This is so good. I’ve been on the hot table for weeks now. ❤

[@ChestersonJack]

He’s inspired me to write a story about a company that restores paintings by day and creates intricate forgeries by night

[@elysiantree1052]

lmao I'd read that

[@valmuncfezarion8607]

Second that

[@ChestersonJack]

@@valmuncfezarion8607 Good to know! They’re called “Coligold Art & Antiques” It’s all sorta in the name, they restore art and antiques. Art is the primary focus, but items like vintage furniture, clothes, clockwork, even certain mechanical items can be restored if someone’s willing to pay. There are four employees (it’s a small business), with several projects going on at any given time. I even wrote up a little character briefing of the four employees if you’d like to hear it!

[@valmuncfezarion8607]

@@ChestersonJack yes plz enlighten me ab them !

[@ChestersonJack]

@@valmuncfezarion8607 1. Mela - Autistic girl with gentle hands, excellent at cleaning paint, fixing canvas, and securing frames. She also does most of the cleaning for other items, and works with the fine metals in jewelry and clockwork. Her fine motor skills are usually terrible, but when she gets into a hyper focus, she has almost surgical precision. 2. Arturo - “Breaking Bad”-style druggie with a deep understanding of chemicals, formulates solvents, varnishes, and reversible pigments; able to accurately test canvas, leather, upholstery, wood, or any other material. Makeup store worker frequently fired for rudeness to the customers, but always finds new work because he’s an expert at retouching blemishes and matching colors. 3. Gene - Artist unable to find his own style, finds himself able to duplicate identically the styles of others. He’s good at finding information on whatever he wants to duplicate quickly and efficiently, whether it be a paint style, shoe style, or design engraved on a very rare edition of antique music boxes. Wants to be a musician but doesn’t get very far, so he falls back on restoration to pay the bills. Primary forger of paintings. 3. Dante - Tough guy who is able to do a lot of the heavy lifting and labor-intensive work, like crafting new frames or retooling metals. He’s got the charisma to interact with the customers regularly, and acts as a bodyguard when their less legal clients have an issue. In addition to major construction and shaping, he’s also the guy who picks up raw material for their work. He has the most connections.

[@lida6445]

someone who tried to retouch this painting many years ago just got ROASTED.

[@jaykneegarner2479]

lida min well as bad as it was at least it’s not as bad as the Christ painting that was absolutely butchered! Took a beautiful painting that needed some minor restoration and turned it into a laughingstock!

[@ProximaCentauri88]

Year 2219: "This painting was terribly restored."

[@cat9rden499]

ARMY!!! U and me are weird ARMYs cuz how did we end up here!?

[@parkchimmin7913]

ChimChims Jams Nah, that’s not weird. You ended up here cause you clicked on the video.

[@alildaisy2180]

lida min I always notice how he roars others restoration and I’m constantly sHoOk

[@sr.junior4670]

If the Mona Lisa was tossed into a wood chipper, this man could restore it.

[@GuiSmith]

sr. junior That actually kind of hurt to read, not gonna lie

[@firstnamelastname5436]

please no one toss the mona lisa into a wood chipper why would you do that

[@theswingingdoor2157]

This man could restore it and _would_ restore it.

[@hurfmurf3288]

Hey this seems a little weird but you have the same profile picture as my school gmail account

[@aseemsharma1427]

Breaking: Global supply of Japanese Washi Kozo suddenly at an all time low.

[@rajanrao]

Friend: Hey my moms getting a painting retouch Me and intellectual: So you're going to probably start by removing the surface grim and varnish...

[@jamesmcinnis208]

RETOUCHED GRIME

[@Kusumakshi.]

🤭🤭😂

[@peterallegri1801]

What solvent am I to use to remove soot from an old icon

[@pineapple_soup4524]

Nobody: The comments: R O A S T HIS ASS JULIAN

[@caliv0608]

I find it oddly comforting that he says he can only retouch for short periods of time without going crazy. I legitimately thought he was spending all day on it.

[@TV---kn2rl]

Same, it makes me feel better about not working on an art piece for hours at a time, I don't know where I got the impression that that was common

[@tylerswan7410]

watching him scrape all of the glue off of the back was giving me anxiety. It probably took him hours to finish that, and I would be shocked if he sat down and did it all in one sitting. I would have to walk away because I know I would get impatient and ruin it.

[@eleanorwilliams769]

Pixel Spy me to. It pays to walk away from a project. It clears the mind and you can look at the project with fresh eyes and see things that you become blind to, like tunnel vision.

[@susiedupuy9532]

@@TV---kn2rl I wonder if it smells bad.

[@hipeople9856]

@@TV---kn2rl "that that" way to go English language

[@milochrobak3869]

Julian: im going to use my hot table the table: *blushes deeply*

[@redwitch12]

I laughed so hard at this that I started hiccuping, thanks.

[@Desi-qw9fc]

How did so many thirsty people form a community around an art restorer 😂 this is great haha

[@partypoison6913]

Oh god why did you put the image in my brain

[@gabrielbarnagaud6287]

B- b- baka!

[@foraneeshgupta]

Yamete Baumgartner-san!!

[@faroshscale]

The idea that you're the first person to see the painting as it was a century ago has to be the most humbling feeling ever.

[@pandapanda8354]

This painting came into the workshop looking like somebody accidentally forget it was in their trouser pocket for a year and laundered it repeatedly before remembering it. I’ve seen shopping receipts emerge from the washer and dryer in better condition than this painting at the beginning. The end restoration was INCREDIBLE! None of the splits showed in the final surface texture. All of the patches blended seamlessly. And her face looks like she’s had expensive celebrity plastic surgery. Really great results!

[@colonelcorn5386]

1800’s conservationist: “I think I did a good job fixing this painting” Julien: *”so you have chosen death”*

[@maritime9297]

Hah

[@cookie123.]

@@brandon0981 you must be fun at parties.

[@scarletpimpernelagain9124]

brandon0981 Whooooosh!

[@MarlonBitoy]

brandon0981 Yikes!

[@coconoisette]

*Peace was never an option*

[@BaumgartnerRestoration]

Hey all, Just a heads up, if you aren't seeing the 4k version available give it a bit of time, the KZbin hamsters are working hard to crank it out... it's a 10GB video after all and those little rodents can only work so hard :) . Also, with regards to the audio being too low- on my computer it was pretty darn loud but I'll keep that in mind for next time.

[@d.m.sanders1028]

You can't stop me!!! I'll watch it either way.

[@Solaris_Kou]

That is more space than I have in my iCloud storage And I love it

[@NewMediaFormat]

Whip those little Hamsters !! Word is they are trying to form a Union.. We need a new type of critter Render!!

[@asvarien]

I'm only getting 360p resolution as an option!

[@KainYusanagi]

Is it just me, or is the audio really quiet for this video?

[@crystalbannon]

I think if I had known this was an option for a career I would have taken my art classes much more seriously

[@EternalShadow1667]

Yeah but I’m not sure you get paid all too well and also you need a helluva lotta experience before getting entrusted with this stuff

[@NinaHansen2008]

Me, too!

[@sherrytaylor3738]

Right?!

[@tylersoap6065]

Im deep in the depths of a mental breakdown and these videos never fail to give me a sense of calm and restore my equilibrium. Nothing more calming than listening to a master craftsman patiently explain his incredible work. Thank you Julian

[@joeb4142]

I hope you’re OK

[@NinaHansen2008]

I find great peace in watching Julian take something that once beautiful but which is now damaged and then restore it to wholeness and beauty again. It’s a parable of sorts to the way with help we ourselves can be restored to wholeness and beauty. May God bless you on your way to peace.

[@RobertJonesWightpaint]

I hope life is being kinder to you now. I have depressive episodes - I didn't watch this video to help address them, I'm interested in old paintings and their restoration: but I did find it entirely absorbing, and it helped restore my faith in humanity. All the best.

[@sherrytaylor3738]

I wish you peace Tyler

[@mahoushoujo8020]

yall really in the comments accusing him of removing original paint when he's had 20 years of experience and half of ur knowledge came from his videos in the first place smh

[@radiatorbacon5239]

You left out the part where these people accusing him of ruining the painting have never restored one in their life lol

[@CommanderWiggins]

Mahou Shoujo Julian: *Has studied art restoration for over 20 years, inherited an entire art restoration buisness from his father* Random person on the internet: YoU'rE dOIng iT wRonG

[@WastelandBowman]

I mean a lot of career conservationists have chimed in and said he uses methods they wouldn’t because it might alter the painting but I do enjoy his videos

[@neroxen_]

@@WastelandBowman I think you're confusing this person with someone else

[@RandomPerson-oz9ck]

Deku Kitty i never said that :(

[@NoaLeighMaxwell]

"You guys don't want to hear what kinds of weird music I listen to while working..." Oh but we do.

[@codename495]

WheelieWitch We really really do.

[@CommanderWiggins]

I'm a student at an art school that also has a small public gallery that displays works loaned to us from professional artists. The printmaking shop is across the lobby/study area from this gallery. There has been many an occasion when groups of older people come in to visit the gallery, and they walk past the print shop to hear us jamming out to Britney Spears or the Mulan soundtrack.

[@elliepascoe5954]

Indeed we do!!

[@lacrosseman02]

We really do.

[@jessicamontserratcr9290]

@@CommanderWiggins HAHAHA

[@Jason-sm4oc]

"...paintings I have seen the past twenty odd years" ... confirmed - Julien became a conservator at the age of three!

[@AnnikaBergmannArt]

:D my guess was 10 when he said this

[@maggiesmith856]

Someone asked and he said he started doing it professionally at age eighteen. He could pass for being ten years younger than his actual age.

[@NinaHansen2008]

😂

[@LAchi-sk7zp]

His voice is so soft and quite, I get startled by the ads everytime.

[@alexisb3829]

Same

[@baeunnie9065]

I am so happy this is 41 minutes long, UNROLL THE BELGIAN LINEN BABY

[@intothemagic]

Bae Unnie AND GET OUT THE FULLY REVERSIBLE PIGMENT

[@-ruubi-7270]

@@intothemagic AND THE STEEL TACKS!

[@rachelnaomilittleton]

AND THE RESIN

[@rin9689]

AND THE VARNISH

[@landon5583]

Me: Haha you fool there’s no way I’ve been watching this for 40 minutes *Checks time* Me:

[@baileewilson8974]

I laughed so hard when he said "Of course, I listen to music or podcasts when I work. I am not a sociopath."

[@hyekang3504]

Bailee Wilson Unfortunately all those paintings are not my style. I’d rather watch myself doing restoration work on Joshua Reynolds under Keith’s supervision 😂😂

[@nukesakuji]

Only crazy people claim they aren't whatever they say they are. But hey, if he does a goob job, I mean, let's keep thinking he's a normal person.

[@Spherehead123]

@@nukesakuji like all people with hobbies... what a bad way of putting it..

[@nukesakuji]

@@Spherehead123 yeah but im just kidding ya know. I kid

[@MarcAmengual]

I didn't understand that comment. I usually work in silence, i find it more relaxing and i need full concentration for what i'm doing, that makes someone sociopath? xD

[@mo_ckingbird]

I swear conservators can throw the absolute best shade I've heard so far it's honestly refreshing and hilarious.

[@smokeynewton]

Sure would like to know the final cost of a restoration like this, the cost of materials, and the total number of hours involved. I imagine the bill for this job is quite hefty.

[@ratherande]

Video: **is 40min long** Me: **looks at clock** Clock: **1am** Me: “yeah I got time”

[@intothemagic]

Me when I realize I somehow managed to make it go from 1:00 am to 7:00 am just from this video: Hmmm well then...

[@liv7511]

Literally 2am here and i got school tomorrow lmao

[@anademarchi2759]

me: i'mma put this video on again so i can sleep me wide awake 40min later: huh

[@Ashen-One1]

It's 1:43am and I'm vigorously debating if I should start watching or not.

[@bbictorr]

3:15am on a Sunday. I’m 12 minutes in. Screw it lol

[@brokeneggshells]

"The dealer sat on the painting for many years..." NO WONDER IT SPLIT YOU SHOULD NEVER SIT ON FINE ART MAYBE LEAN ON IT A LITTLE BIT BUT NEVER SIT WHAT AN AMATEUR

[@ebazii]

@Ethan Benson exactly what I was thinking lmao

[@popovicifilip3348]

NO WONDER IT SPLIT, YOU SHOULD NEVER SIT ON FINE ART, MAYBE LEAN ON IT A LITTLE BIT BUT NEVER SIT. WHAT AN AMATEUR there ya go now it makes more sense with . And ,

[@jagm6430]

Yeah! He must have used a chair instead!

[@kris4637]

Made my day brother hahahaha

[@beelzebabe5112]

All I saw was Cat in the Hat talking about Babysitters... who PAYS someone to SIT on BABIES?!

[@cryptidofoz]

Your videos have made me realize that every old painting i've ever looked at has probably been touched and overpainted and somehow that's slightly depressing. Also, apparently no one painted their subjects as being exceptionally yellow! I'm not sure why I didn't connect that yellow = age, but here we are, me watching your restoration videos and seeing how light all these skintones really are. Fascinating.

[@alexisb3829]

I wish we could see how the famous old paintings are supposed to look

[@mel.xnx._]

The original artist of the paintings you restore would probably be so grateful to you to see their paintings come to life again. This is an art in itself

[@leopanthera8224]

“The dealer sat on the painting for many years.” At least we know how it split now.

[@HoneycombTheywontletmeputjusto]

UNDERRATED COMMENT 😂

[@sobiashad442]

Best comment 😂😂😂

[@pxx1l]

im so sorry for temporarily ruining the 420, although i very badly wanna like this

[@sleepnotfound8132]

This is why I love this comment section

[@msia7201]

Jesus! I didn't think of that pun until I saw it!

[@GippyHappy]

"Probably due to mishandling on the dealer's end but he would own up to it.......ANYHOW"

[@Crosshill]

i like people with really subtle attitudes and senses of humor

[@isabellerobinson535]

Bet the dealer was like “dang dude really just gonna call me out like that”

[@missprincesslaura12]

No tea no shade 😂😂🤣

[@BoboGumdrop]

Of course he wouldn't own up to it, it doesn't belong to the dealer, it's on consignment. He's not gonna admit he tore their painting and owes them thousands 😂

[@limitlesslenn7612]

*would'nt

[@treedruid]

You took a totally trashed,broken, practically worthless and uncared for piece of art, put a lot of love, time and care into it, and made it whole again. Thankyou.

[@minoxiothethird]

Yes youtube, I think I WILL watch it again. Thank you.

[@Gintacious]

i would trust him to restore my life honestly

[@mojo9021]

😆 😆 😆

[@almarc]

Now I'm applying a final layer of warnish. It's easily removable, just so that if someone tries to fix your life further, it's easily reversable.

[@epayne]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@Fandango541]

Hmmmm----🤔 Are we talking man crush here? If so, that's perfectly fine, no judgment. Such a mensch he seems to me. Good choice, I'd say! 😉

[@ok-jl2pt]

@David Loehmann um maybe not, this may just be a compliment on how he’s good at restoring paintings.

[@Illzy]

Mans really spent 2 whole minutes calling his client a liar 😭😭😭😭😭

[@demiaguayo5046]

The shade of it all.

[@freesimorgh]

where?

[@StrawberryMilk]

@@freesimorgh the entire beginning?? He said things like "it was probably due to mishandling but the client wouldn't admit that"

[@freesimorgh]

Shiiba oh thanks. For some reason I was looking for it towards the end of the video.

[@keelyjohnston19]

No wonder he didn't want to do a unvailing reaction lol

[@sammygecko_]

My Art History teacher recommended me this video! She didn’t know I was already subscribed but it was still very nice :)

[@murraykriner9425]

When I see how you've taken an item that is badly damaged, poorly preserved, left to the divisiveness of time, and taken nearly to the state that hand whom made meant it to be, one can do little more than smile gratifiably at your efforts. I'm certain the artist would bestow many blessings on your head for given his a work a loving touch.

[@methylatedlysine]

"As you can see there's been some retouching..." Hey they've done a pretty good job "... and it looks trash" Yeah it's absolute garbage

[@viviv6774]

The Gordon Ramsay of painting.

[@craftylad2872]

lali laliop that’s a really good comparison

[@craigwalker9121]

lali laliop I am not sure Mr. Baumgartner would agree with your comparison to a crass foul mouth egotist!

[@viviv6774]

@@craigwalker9121 let him be judge if he wants to. It is still a joke. Try not to talk for him.

[@ok-ft6ou]

@@craigwalker9121 That insult tho...

[@HuckleberryMoon]

Someone needs to find a way to turn this man’s voice into a scented candle.

[@catjade9183]

Elliot Moon underrated comment lmao

[@adriennefrances9924]

Lmaoo

[@updownstate]

Perfect - you are an artist yourself.

[@lydiat4928]

Thank you Elliot, you put it into words

[@framerate3x3]

As abstract the concept is. It makes total sense. Rofl

[@eileenie6998]

I’m not an artist. I barely draw stick figures but I watch your videos bc watching you and your process is beautiful to me. I’m just amazed at the end result. What talent you have -it’s so inspirational!

[@deegeraghty3421]

Fascinating to see how much care, dedication and love he has for the paintings he is restoring. Amazing skill and artistic talent. Thank you.

[@teabeeeee]

his diction is so clear and perfect that the english auto-generated captions are 100% accurate too

[@Romanticoutlaw]

I wish he would read audio books, he really does have perfect diction

[@updownstate]

And greatly appreciated by ppl with hearing loss - or at least me.

[@charleswolf2640]

Let’s go subtitle gang!!

[@Trixtah]

...and he has an American accent. I've got good diction for where I'm from, but google doesn't think much of it

[@hacky_sackin]

IKR

[@ykklecroissant3081]

Well... I need loads of washi kozo to keep my life together

[@burntpancakes5574]

felt that

[@shiba-san9307]

with fish gelatin

[@samira_g3321]

@@shiba-san9307 maybe a stronger gelatin for me

[@ak47chan20]

Im gonna need the whole factory

[@JustMe-rm2pw]

There are many sheets in my washi kozo sandwich

[@camrynh]

God I’m jealous of your color theory and matching skills, simply amazing.

[@artemis5210]

I love how clean your studio is 😍 if it were me, no matter how hard I tried, it would be a disaster.

[@Emma-te6mi]

Whenever I watch these I think about how happy the original artist would be if they could know that their painting was being so carefully restored all these years later - and that makes me happy

[@Melissamms]

Sammmeeee. I always think what an honor it would be to have my art restored by someone with this level of technical skill and respect for my work.

[@maritime9297]

Right?

[@updownstate]

@@Melissamms It's not my art I want him to restore. I think the wedding ring is just to throw us off the path.

[@drexyspivey]

Yes! They probably couldn’t even imagine that the painting would be around this long, much less treated so lovingly.

[@radiatorbacon5239]

@@updownstate holy mother of God this comment is the best thing I have ever read. I want to print it out and hang it on my wall

[@catherinemartin624]

“I set aside my reservations as the aim is success” Me with a triple chin as I look down at my phone: Mhm, yes, the fish gelatine is the best choice after all

[@nicoles7550]

I have never related to a comment so much in my life.

[@mercynewell8473]

Catherine Martin DUDE ME RN😂😂

[@endscenestudios]

Lol

[@Fkidd702]

I’m fucken dead 😂😂😂

[@AmieB2005]

That was epic.

[@karenlawson6344]

This is my relaxing go to in the late evening to just enjoy and unwind. This young man is so accomplished and does beautiful work.

[@supernova11491]

Oh Lord 🙄 I'm addicted; keeping myself up, and at all hours-- watching art conservation...

[@andbordi1826]

Am I an art restorer? No Am I an artist? Nope Do I understand anything of what he says? Nuh-uh Am I still going to watch the video? YES

[@alexsandronascimento9048]

Me too!

[@nivieera]

And Bordi same

[@MikaDR]

And Bordi helps me sleep :)

[@love.wildly.live.fearlessly]

Me reading your comment Yea....no Well kinda....ok no. No I’m not lol Absolutely not F-yea! And I find it amazing!

[@chandlerbanks5295]

It’s like watching a modern, modified bob ross

[@m.b3839]

Some art restorer in the 1800s: hey I've just touched up this painting I think I've done a pretty good job Julian: I'm about to end this man's whole carreer

[@RoyCoof]

Julian (in Demi Lovato's voice): I'm about to beat this bitch up.

[@Cinnamaruu]

Julian: *I’m about to dance on this man’s grave*

[@BlackRose85789]

lmfao

[@meepbeep2464]

@@brandon0981 ghost.

[@moonbigs]

plot twist, he's already dead

[@scazzasofija]

This is absolutely exquisite. You should make a playlist of catastrophic restorations. I would love to see all of these.

[@julianna9854]

The talent and dedication that you put into retouching is incredible. I honestly couldn't believe the before/after.

[@Osirus1156]

"Obviously this is sped up" I choose to believe you are really just that fast.

[@MarcAmengual]

Hahaha

[@sootsprite_4276]

Sleep or a 40 minute video I’ve already watched but with commentary? Definitely not sleep

[@AnnoyingAsianWitch]

How about both?

[@macleunin]

I watch it at 1.5x speed :)

[@cedarwho7]

Same.

[@jessicamontserratcr9290]

HAHA

[@arranaburden5667]

Or put it at the top of your sleep playlist and watch it, then let the rest put you out

[@Yakeebexe]

Finally a calm video creator and non toxic viewers, bliss

[@asianpotatoesbeangry571]

Bro I can't imagine in for example: In 2120 they discover a painting from 2020 and it's a meme (probably handsome sqidward.) ... I feel bad for the person who would have to write a report or essay on that and make it sound professional.

[@Cabun_GMA]

Omg I want to be reborn when that happens

[@AntjedePantje]

My sister painted a version of Bold and Brash once I really hope it becomes a family heirloom

[@vandeand]

"The original canvas cannot provide any support for itself whatsoever" Me, drinking wine: mood

[@jarl-balgruuf]

vandeand underrated comment 😂😂

[@hannah-jo4gs]

Never thought I would consider myself a canvas but ok

[@nadiaxantho]

I'm your 420th like, you're welcome 😂

[@Soul-OnFire]

🙏

[@alocebruh7943]

SAME

[@Sarah-Sunshine95]

Julian needs to teach classes in throwing elegant shade. This man can destroy someone’s whole life and they’d thank him for it. We stan a polite shady legend

[@404usernotfoundpleasetryag4]

Yeah

[@BigTuna-xs8ic]

This whole comment is cringy as hell

[@vivianevenancio6502]

@@BigTuna-xs8ic Why? I think what's really cringy is your judgemental attitude and profound lack of sense of humour.

[@yalocalwhiteboi3103]

Viviane Venancio humor is subjective and this is generally unfunny. But your attempt to batter this moron was adequate I rate this a 1/8

[@BigTuna-xs8ic]

@@vivianevenancio6502 thanks... I guess. And I'm one hundred percent sure you guys don't even know where "Stan" came from and what it actually means.

[@RobertJonesWightpaint]

I would never have believed it possible to save this painting - I've come to this video, and several of the others, a few years late: but that doesn't matter, they're as eternally fascinating as some of the paintings Mr Baumgartner has saved from the scrapheap - and like them, he needs to be conserved, cherished, and preserved! For how many people in the world could hope to achieve results like these from tattered and torn canvas, with chunks of paint missing, clumsy overpainting with permanent materials, little holes peppered throughout the canvas..... one thing's for damn' sure, I certainly couldn't. Mr B, you've caused me to run out of superlatives - even your advertising sections are witty, interesting, relevant, and ethical.... it's good to know that there are people like you in the world.

[@anitasmith7764]

I really love (and appreciate) you taking the time to explain this step by step. I know basically nothing about painting and I can see why people would worry. But that’s exactly why it’s vital (and greatly patient of you) to explain things, just to ease minds. Thank you for all of the time you put into these beautiful paintings and these videos! It’s greatly appreciated!

[@jacle8376]

Julian: Sophistication His subscribers: crackheads

[@dragonmaid1360]

I don't think a crack head would have either the brain power or the patience to get passed the first add break. Plus have you read the comments? These people are gold.

[@BigTuna-xs8ic]

@@dragonmaid1360 clearly this comment was a joke.

[@alexia6990]

@@dragonmaid1360 r/whoosh

[@scarletpimpernelagain9124]

Dragon maid I enjoy the comments section for the wit, the humour, the lack of trolls and lack of aggressive commentators intent on making others look small, the lack of commentator spewing bad language in place of rational argument and rationality generally, it makes a nice change.✌🏻✌🏻🌹🇬🇧

[@hwangminhyunssmile2520]

@@dragonmaid1360 r/woosh

[@spaceynasa]

People who use staples: I did good :) Julian: *You are not a clown. You are the entire circus.*

[@sofiam.8103]

Lmao 😂😂

[@rafif1662]

Lmao😂😂

[@nagolla5833]

LMAO 😂😂

[@whym5780]

Nagolla oaml 😢😢

[@absolutelyyousless7605]

Phoenix Wright, lawyer of paint

[@channelsixtysix066]

This was a masterclass in restoration, Julian. Amazing result. She looks beautiful.

[@TRAGICTIDES]

the absolute artistry it takes to create the exact same shades/lighting spots, and midtones to completely rematch the original paint is the most fascinating and impressive thing ive seen in the last 21 years of my life.

[@lillianharvath3518]

Julian: “the hot table is like the heart of the conservation studio” Me: No Julian, YOU are the heart of the conservation studio

[@louisesalg7762]

aww

[@xkosmic2014]

Naaaaah, Julian is the brain. A brain is nothing without its heart after all

[@sammygecko_]

He’s the veins, pumping the life into the entire studio while also holding everything together.

[@roberternest7289]

He's the hottest person in his videos.

[@elananasnawinchester]

I'm sensing some 'you are breathtaking' vibes

[@ratbastian]

Julian: Now we're going to line the piece Me, shoveling Pringles into my mouth: Using Belgian linen, of course

[@jennb1399]

Ha ha ... Same here

[@KoraRubin]

Brownies in my case. 😇

[@Potato-tb3wy]

omfg XD

[@mhall331]

Hahahaha yes!!!

[@jadenikole6165]

Best comment

[@tattii4u]

I have gone into this Alice of wonderland hole and have been watching all the videos. This was a masterpiece

[@silverymoon5516]

He must change tasks to stave off going crazy. Doing multiple tedious tasks throughout the day takes a special kind of person. Being able to view the piece of art at the end is greatly appreciated.

[@harryp9067]

“I’ve been doing this for 20 years,” brother did you start when you were 7? because you don’t look that old-

[@Freygunnr]

Death Becomes Her

[@2Ten1Ryu]

@@Freygunnr Oh man, imagine him using his restoration techniques on himself. Maybe that's why he doesn't like animal based materials and the smell of them. :D Seriously, though. He looks like he is in his early 30s!

[@Geoluhread123]

Perhaps his real name is Dorian Gray

[@mark1A100]

@@Geoluhread123 lol was going to say the same thing

[@aloysiajayananda3203]

Dude, he's like 39 or 40, right? But he looks like he's fresh outta college.

[@amy1531]

Anyone: Why did you do (insert anything here)??? Julian: I've been doing this for 20+ years and frankly I'm the shit.

[@simonpeti9192]

So accurate LMAO

[@bk-lu6ty]

Well is he wrong??😂

[@KuroRiot]

To be completely fair to him. He really is the shit tho lmao

[@user-mb7so2yw4o]

@@KuroRiot agree

[@user-mb7so2yw4o]

well some people don't like to explain things so this is the easiest answer and it's actually a good answer in some way

[@ruraledition]

It's comforting to know that the world has you in it. Someone who knows how to fix the most distressed distraught abused and oldest piece of intellectual property that exists. I was mesmerised captivated enthralled during the entire process and positively relieved to see the final result restored to what it was originally intended even as it no longer displays the ravages of time that are sometimes considered it'smark of value. At some point, intellectual property will have no value if no action to restore is taken. I suppose having it be reversible suits the next restorer who wants to keep the restoration integral. But all historical work has it's value for the intellectual process that the original artist intended and applied to achieve that body of work. How long that piece of art survived is of no consequence. Art is not art for art's sake. But an individual process that tells us a lot about the time period itself and at the end of the day, true ownership lies with the artist.

[@joanschwanz7970]

I love the way he holds the painting as he walks- like it’s a gift of the magi

[@joeb4142]

It is!

[@arachnebatic]

me when he started the nose: damn, this looks like he’s gonna have to redo it a couple times me ten seconds later: *huh*

[@hyekang3504]

Arachnebatic “the crakest of all” echo it

[@macalisternewby5679]

Me when Bob Ross adds another tree in the middle of the painting with 2 minutes left: you fool Me 36 seconds later: huh

[@Shinigami344]

@@macalisternewby5679 was following his tutorial once and in the middle of it i started going are u sure u want to do that Bob, and he did and it was great.

[@mstalcup]

It's standard practice to start with the darkest color in the underpainting and paint progressively lighter colors on top. That's exactly how he did the nose.

[@salenebrom6476]

KNX 👏🏻

[@bakugoukatsuki209]

Baumgartner being professional: *Jokes in a professional way* *Throws shade in a professional way* *Loses his mind in a professional way* *Hits his fingers with a hammer in a professional way* *Does his videos quietly in a professional way but he doesn’t want his fans to think he’s a psychopath *

[@maritime9297]

Whoo, underrated

[@salenebrom6476]

Katsuki Bakugo 👏🏻👏🏻 US:STAN

[@scooter4999]

*coughs* his names Julian

[@kitty_sweetums]

Extra U.A High Hero Course Student Lol you know Bakugo would throw SO much shade at the past conservators right along with Julian😂

[@twoghostsinacornfeild]

Wait Aizawa knows what KZbin is, and writes fanfiction...

[@patsabol8699]

It is always a pleasure to see how to bring the beauty of a painting to the forefront. You are a truly gifted person Thanks for giving us an inside look into your world.

[@gaborlubiga6524]

This guy is a magician, wonder who can even dislike this video.. It has such a nostalgic feeling to watch it and so much things to learn from this guy! Respect!

[@Pinkdinosaurs7]

*Baumgartner* : now we're going to secure the painting to the canvas. *Me starfished on my bed eating pretzels* : using steel tacks I presume?

[@professoroffaeology]

With a magnetic hammer. For we all know that steel tacks are _far_ more superior to, _ugh_ , staples.

[@meganfisher831]

@@professoroffaeology (Throws Italian tacks up into the air.) It's *ART*

[@MrGoatflakes]

@@meganfisher831 ah yes, I now have fond memories of treading on LEGOs after running full pelt over a pack of spilt upholstery tacks as a child...

[@whosyourdaddy4579]

How do so many idiots find your comment something to give a thumbs up to? You sound like a complete fool!

[@Marialla.]

@@whosyourdaddy4579 You're just jealous because nobody likes you.

[@julianascout5696]

Julian: "So... at some point, SOMEBODY, another 'conservator' or somebody who THOUGHT they could fix this painting-" Me: *oh shit...* Julian: "Or make it better, just repainted all of that blue, and they did it with a blueish, greenish-" Me: *How dare they-* Julian: "And they did it without a lot of skill-" Me: *Oh?* Julian: "without a lot of tact-" Me: *OH?* Julian: "And without a lot of delicacy." Me: *OH SHIT JULIAN SLAM HIS ASS*

[@mythryleawong9889]

Juliana Scout when was this?

[@terrimorrison2857]

@@mythryleawong9889It's in this video when he's cleaning the blue/green overpaint off. He is a master at throwing elegant shade.

[@m_diae]

@@mythryleawong9889 25:11 I believe

[@hamooblanu1365]

Lord girl, you killed me with this comment. When he was saying this, I literally pulled myself back as if he was offending me 😂

[@m_diae]

•Kitty-Cat Gacha• hey, I said that first!

[@Bryan-fb8dh]

The best compliment I can think of is you are a valuable member of society. You are prolonging the memories and lives of people in our past and in turn are making a lasting valuable imprint of your time and life into the future. It's the height of a good meaningful life in my opinion, plus it's fun to watch.

[@Heartbeatzofficial]

6:04 Me: Starts blinking to not get the dust in my eyes 😂

[@requiem6465]

This series is proof enough that people will watch anything as long as the host is both passionate and charismatic.

[@Trixtah]

...and the subject matter is interesting. Honestly, it's pure competence porn and fixing things porn

[@mindyu2146]

This is pure hard work and skill that makes it interesting to watch

[@emilycastillo6554]

And hot lol

[@KFC_Official_]

Large Marge holy crap, I just watched a forty minute video and I don’t remember skipping

[@Sateisa]

I watch this for the "healing". This isnt a mundane subject.

[@holyhoe5368]

Julian: lawful good his fans: chaotic neutral (and constantly chilling and eating snacks)

[@cinnamonbummer9504]

I would argue neutral good for Julian, he trows such glorious shade when deserved, but he respects those whom he deems worthy with such charm

[@grandmakida6591]

i would argue lawful evil. since he is doing the work but talking hella shade whilst doing it

[@Ozzities]

I would argue neutral evil

[@floofyowls8989]

id say Chaotic Lawful or Lawful Chaotic He does his work with precision, skill, focus, and devotion Whilst destroying the image of his enemies, gathering a large following, educating and catering said following, and working for several clients

[@eternianocturne5474]

@@floofyowls8989 Definitely chaotic lawful, if you've seen a bunch of his vids

[@brendanbush2174]

So like I've already watched this one but I swear its an experience I can keep watching without being bored (as long as I see other ones in between of course)

[@032319581]

My 3rd time watching over the past year. I am always amazed with the transformation. It is like the first time I watched it. Has to be one of my favorites.

[@orchidax3081]

Julian dragging the past conservator; Me, at 2am dozing off: yes hunny drag em

[@talayagiles]

I am immensely satisfied that I was your 1000th like

[@orchidax3081]

@@talayagiles *i leave for 10 months and i come back to 1k likes excuse*

[@msia7201]

*yawning* Yes, they would be honored if you stepped on their face.

[@scerox]

me reading this at 2:19am: lolz

[@vicm.823]

Literally me rn.

[@bloobeeblah]

"No, of course not, I'm not a lunatic or a sociopath" That's exactly what a psychopath would say.

[@rockubtzer]

In reality, he is a Serial Conservator And fascinating to observe.

[@seeburgm100a]

Funny how that statement hit home with me. I rebuild old tube amplifiers as a hobby.. and I thoroughly enjoy working in absolute silence. I get so into my job at hand that I don't need distraction.

[@MarcAmengual]

@@seeburgm100a i need to be concentrated too in my work and i also prefer working in silence!

[@halg3625]

I have no questions. You do a great job, explaining your methods. And even though you tend to accuse yourself of "rambling", I LOVE it when you talk. You never say anything unnecessary or boring. I've learned so much! Your work is amazing! I'm captivated by every second. My favorite part is the retouching. Where all of your conservation efforts, bring everything together. Please, keep "rambling", you're good at it, and I want to hear every bit of it.

[@helenshepard485]

This is one of my favorites! So glad the owner gave this to Julian. It borders on miraculous. Thanks much.