How This Guy Makes Record-Breaking Balloon Sculptures | Obsessed | WIRED

Jeremy Telford built the world's largest balloon sculpture. But that's only one of the impressive things he has done with balloons. He's recreated the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, numerous Marvel characters, Van Gogh's Starry Night, and Stranger Things' Demogorgon...all with just balloons.
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How This Guy Makes Record-Breaking Balloon Sculptures | Obsessed | WIRED

[@elisablack1612]

My company hired him to make balloon sculptures for a couple of Make-A-Wish foundation parties for sick kids. He spent hours building things, but he refused to take any money for it because it was for the kids. This guy is seriously cool.

[@starlightequestrian6729]

@@tsukisclone you sound so confident. What is your proof? Or do you like to just be a jerk on the internet

[@molly.dog8brooke792]

BlackKnight Lead- Why? Why are you here? Why not just scroll by? Why must you sound like a child and tell people they’re lying without any proof.

[@starlightequestrian6729]

@@molly.dog8brooke792 pretty sure he is a child looking for attention in 'calling people out.'

[@molly.dog8brooke792]

Kryptfire I think so too. Sounds a lot like my 9 year old nephew (especially with that emoji).

[@Nirrrina]

That is really awesome of him. Very sweet. I bet they were a big hit too. I didn't even know it was to make works of art out of balloons like this.

[@jkengland832]

It took him 6 hours to make the Demogorgon, jesus christ, that is impossibly fast

[@dylandreisbach1986]

Thinking about it, your totally right.

[@shutaura9784]

I make puddle baloon take 30 minute

[@bluckq]

For real

[@cyruzwilliams2305]

Yea when he said 6 hrs I was like that's hardly no time at all

[@charleh3493]

That's how much time a painting would take

[@humanpaste1268]

This dude’s making sculptures, while I’m over here who can’t even tie a balloon properly.

[@Teropha]

ok boomer

[@Sibluee]

Same

[@Martin-xh1hd]

@@Teropha ok cringe god

[@Dekakumadon]

@@Teropha ok kiddo

[@kzquia]

Relateaboe

[@EricHansenHaiTech]

I went to college with Jeremy. He's always been really talented, but he's also taken things to the next level!

[@rad5207]

@@tsukisclone What would be the point in lying about that? 😂 Regardless if he's lying or not, who tf cares...

[@notunique1288]

@Jesire erised I mean. . .it's kinda hard to believe anything without solid evidence. Well for me it's hard since liars consume the world. So idk if he's being serious but in my eyes these people are saying this stuff for attention. Pessimism is a lovely thing isn't it

[@alexanderdaltchev617]

@Jesire erised I saw that too, just why do they have a desire to do that. Attention seekers these days...

[@jinsunkim9966]

BlackKnight Lead- really? You’re just going on others nice comments and trying to make them worse stop being a jerk

[@notunique1288]

@@jinsunkim9966 not necessarily. . .

[@JustADioWhosAHeroForFun]

Imagine this guy showing up for your Birthday

[@ArceoInfinity]

One Taj Mahal and demorgorgon please

[@jin_cotl]

Arceo Infinity yes

[@FIimsy]

This guy will probably turn my house into the movie up

[@endery4ssir499]

But instead he rips a mask off his face and says “you thought I was gonna sculpt you balloons, but it was me DIO!”

[@endery4ssir499]

But instead he rips a mask off his face and says “you thought I was gonna sculpt you balloons, but it was me DIO!”

[@RustyB5000]

Bro this guy is epic!! He needs a youtube channel.

[@jakobhallcba3858]

MWYANT19 he has one

[@rk3340]

Here you go m.kzbin.info/www/bejne/moLaZapvjMyLmbM

[@RustyB5000]

@@rk3340 lmaoooooooooooooo! classic

[@soap6003]

RK 740 welp i tried

[@joshuaadams8240]

@RK 740 I got Rick Rolled!

[@crashfrog3051]

I wonder if he could make a hot-air balloon out of balloons ...

[@horizonsystems178]

Crash Frog no the balloons will burst due to air pressure

[@abandonedchannel797]

Hot-air ballon made out hot-air balloons made out off balloons

[@hansalt6695]

@@horizonsystems178 ok BOOMER

[@hibye1681]

TYpic Tic ok zoomer

[@yusha8442]

@@hansalt6695 ok zoomer

[@Xijbor]

All I see is a guy that found his thing, executed and is now recognized for his craft. Respect.

[@whoahanant]

He's extremely fast. :0 6 hours for a Demogorgon? That's pretty fast for art.

[@gorgeousmoon5736]

dude bro I made one that is 6 feet tall in 20 minutes

[@Spexo]

Mike Wazowski Highly doubt it

[@gorgeousmoon5736]

The Guy who plays games I’ll prove it

[@onepolarboi2254]

Mike Wazowski are you going to upload a vid of you doing it?

[@Hetsu..]

@@gorgeousmoon5736 Prove it

[@aryangupta1971]

*balloons exist* Balloon guy : _I'll take your entire stock_

[@otterfox488]

ikr, he even looks like a balloon!

[@maevecollins9284]

@@otterfox488 that’s rude

[@dylandreisbach1986]

9:26 I have thought of this before. The world wouldn't be as happy if people stopped making music, shows, movies, drawings, etc. Even though they don't do something traditionally academic or challenging doesn't mean it's not worth it for them to be able to do these things as a job.

[@professionalcommenter]

Think about this too, you can have an architect, engineer and a construction foreman create a magnificent building right? But who finishes the building? Who adds the right chandelier to the lobby or the right chair to the office? A designer! Someone who uses art and design to finish a building! you are absolutely right in that the world would not be the same without artists.

[@malnutritionboy]

@@professionalcommenter so you think architects and engineers don't make art?

[@Hetsu..]

@@malnutritionboy If you call making tech an artform sure...

[@malnutritionboy]

@@Hetsu.. good that u agree

[@Hetsu..]

@@malnutritionboy Thats soley depends on the person, if they think it is sure. But most don't.

[@RANDOMstuffanimation]

"so what's your dream job?" Me: it's complicated

[@thekingofcool2105]

Respect his craftsmanship

[@keremtopalismailoglu933]

He is so in love with his job he is motivating me

[@turin1224]

Me too but that's a different thing that i use it or not

[@fqidz]

3:41 our family celebRatEs little known holidays

[@ollycroston8694]

amazing_dude 4:25 aswell

[@ollycroston8694]

4:23

[@doeybaegle8900]

I came to the comments just because I knkw someone would mention it. smh

[@lokristine8869]

I want to learn! "It requires a lot of math" Never mind.

[@haikal4232]

@@jane_doughnut thats math

[@eddiesanchez2293]

Frfr i hate math🤣😥

[@daisytorres1614]

@@jane_doughnut which kinda is a part of math

[@rjanims9223]

Jane Doe You said multiplying which is math, and also math is calculating numbers to find the equation, you could do that to balloons if you have a planned amount you’re gonna use. So it does require math.

[@braeeee_]

@@jane_doughnut uhhh, I'm sorry to break it to you. But that's maths.

[@gunscotthdgaming69420]

*Its all fun and games till the guy with a needle shows up*

[@cecunguk8817]

More fun?

[@kirk3723]

3:42 me when I’m talking to a girl

[@hyrumdetton12]

yo this this is trueth

[@matth773]

not funny

[@matth773]

@@hyrumdetton12 english ? its truth you dumbass

[@juice1747]

@@matth773 Shut up

[@thatonekid9649]

Matt H stfu

[@SewerTapes]

I love his philosophy on art. He's right, and very much an artist. I wish I could hire him to come over for however many birthdays I have left.

[@tundra111]

I didn’t even know something called Balloon Costumes existed.

[@auroreimbert6451]

I kind of cry thinking about all this plastic but this Is really cool

[@sanjayproductions5690]

Isn’t latex or rubber or something

[@fafmotorsport]

Still has basically the same harmful potential.

[@Schibbe]

@@sanjayproductions5690 doesn't matter it's still bad

[@SMG2fanatic]

Oh give me a break. at least serving a nice artistic purpose. Not your typical wasteful plastic like bottles or bags

[@auroreimbert6451]

@@SMG2fanatic true, don't get me wrong! I find what He do absolutely cool and creative, and if plastic is needed, at least this use of it is nice, but the scene with the saw and all the deflated balloon just reminded me that it was ephemere art, and without the construction... Non reusable material

[@JonathanHernandez-sm7nq]

Other people: "Dude that Demogorgon!!! Me: *That voice crack* 3:42

[@jeremytelford7273]

Yeah, I probably should have had a glass of water. It was over an hour of interviewing after six hours of building.

[@JonathanHernandez-sm7nq]

I have displeased the gods...

[@tatereis4031]

It's a video about this man exceedingly high caliber balloon-sculpting, not his interviewee skills. Plus most of the time these things are a couple hours long and they just pick the relevant clips.

[@roxannevicious]

This guy is so talented and also really kind and thoughtful -- what a badass artist. I never knew balloon sculpting existed on this level

[@tricialucas8750]

All around cool person. He brought our kids balloon sculptures for their birthdays. We have 5 birthdays in 4 weeks. Seriously good friend there-

[@mimosapudica8450]

I wonder if blackknight lead will come here

[@eclipse1863]

@@mimosapudica8450 I was just thinking that

[@carrotycoffee5732]

tricia lucas here before blacknight lead!

[@ilovebeansOO]

😂

[@hsmacaraig]

I’M HERE BEFORE BLACKNIGHT LEAD.

[@rachiesayd9423]

I totally want one of those balloon suits!!! Never knew anything like that even existed!!! What a remarkable talent he has!!! Yeah and cheers and bravo!!! Nice show and he is still relatively young, just imagine how far he will go developing his art/craft in years to come!!! Perhaps an entire balloon city or theme park? Thanks for the joy you have brought to me this day!

[@muji_kngr]

This man has so much patience

[@SandyRiverBlue]

This guy is genuinely talented and more importantly genuinely likable. It's a good combination for an artist.

[@sillykanji]

This guy looks super genuine and loves what he does. That's awesome.

[@professionalcommenter]

An artist brings out the passion, love and inner workings of the mind and heart.

[@blazingzacklol]

Why would somebody dislike this? It’s balloons, BALLOONS.

[@JuanMendoza-qd5lm]

Lol

[@gavin479]

This was an amazing and fascinating video. I would love to see more of this guy. What he does is so cool

[@doubleirishdutchsandwich4740]

Me: I want to major in balloons Parents: 🤨

[@AustinSmith-fo8jg]

I love how happy he looks in the pictures haha.

[@mr.monocle4812]

This guy is a genius calculating the number of balloons, inches, square inches, etc.

[@rondumason4756]

ANYTHING THAT PUTS A SMILE ON SOMEONES FACE IS NEEDED IN THIS WORLD.... DUDE NEVER STOP DOING WHAT YOU DO

[@limerumpus3589]

It is incredibly impressive to be able to make something even mildly scary with round, shiny balloons.

[@gracielucas2344]

i had a friend that did balloons to pay for his rent, & hes taken it so far! such a cool art

[@CIMiclette]

I haven't smiled this hard all week I love this!

[@s3cr3tpassword]

I'm surprised you can hire him for a birthday party.

[@maxthedog4089]

Cel BrAtEs

[@ChrisZombiesGamer]

Hey my high school is having a stranger things week we should hire him.

[@justbraks]

This guy needs his own Masterclass. He's so good!

[@kingevil443]

The voice cracks 😂

[@drainedeyes4268]

These sculptures are phenomenal. The aesthetic is fantastic.

[@Andrew-gl6kd]

Love what he said at the end. People like this make the world a little more fun and colorful.

[@hanaleihughes9785]

I’m a balloon twister and I can appreciate his level of dedication

[@Endytheenderperson]

thank god i’m not the only one who’s a twister too

[@lucasdoll6364]

The world’s most eco-friendly hobby lol

[@matthiannieuwoudt1435]

yeah, the waste after the dog was insane

[@portiat.w7380]

The balloon brand is biodegradable.

[@skyhook142]

Lucas Doll facts😂

[@dacool_boe4071]

I think he reuses the balloons

[@kittenmimi5326]

@@dacool_boe4071 .....after he pops it?

[@ChristianFitzharris]

A pure example of True Will. Very inspiring.

[@AXsircus]

I didn’t know I needed to see this and I don’t know what to do with the information I have now but I’m happy that I watched it. This guy is absolutely killing it!

[@wacuscxpak1051]

Am I the only one who sees this and then remembers the TLC My Strange Addiction where the dude was having a relationship with balloons ? 😂😂

[@colacoca879]

Ah i remember.

[@linoa.7971]

Everyone else: Ok, lets replace all plastic Straws with paper ones to reduce waste. Jeremy Telford: Hold my Balloon, as I scotch all that effort single handedly.

[@nandemone1787]

Wow! First time seeing someone make this huge out of balloons! Way to go! This guy is soooo cool

[@thenoodledragon6007]

This guy is amazing and awesome. Mad respect and skill

[@Scorp7HI]

This man has such an incredible talent 😭 meanwhile I pop balloon dogs like nobodies business 😂

[@singahsung712]

Do you like Singapore chow mein on a Tuesday

[@shcrub5]

There's no way I could ever have his job (0-0) I'm way too scared of them popping 😂

[@Maashu-Baandeddo]

this man made the demogorgon balloon sculpture faster than i could do my homework 😂

[@user-tq9sg6lv6q]

The feeling of compulsion to add detail is a very good thing to have if your an artist(nearly any kind). It feels very good when you finish. It feels almost the same as eating cotton candy.

[@andrewkiminhwan]

Hey Jeff Koons, this guy is the real deal

[@nemoland426]

Now this is why the balloon man are scary...

[@carlosgonzalezsalazar2343]

This guy single handily brought down depression on earth by two percent

[@blakedeming89]

That’s awesome man! I love it! Keep doing what you love

[@dimitreze]

this guy is awesome

[@squidser5757]

This Guy Looks Like Notch

[@SketchIncFilms]

This will be perfect! *the whole sculpture pops*

[@jacydyer5489]

I love that you do this! It's awesome!

[@Faysus]

Me: *pokes a small sharp metal 1 inch rod through the balloon*

[@nela9937]

so much latex/rubber! really cool art though.

[@lewiskaragias4775]

3:42 perfection

[@MddHatter72]

Looks really great for the environment

[@lilbilly33]

Me can't even make a dog😂

[@Kevtup]

Needle: *Im about to ruin this mans whole career*

[@cookieplayz8817]

This is so amazing! He’s very talented

[@harley8703]

I just got into the balloon world and I love it!!! This is very cool and interesting to watch

[@emmageissingercutchins671]

I just wanna know how he ties them

[@xxtryhardkidxx1220]

3:41 voice crack

[@rosewolf172]

I didn't notice that wow

[@annakeye]

He's so right. Does the world really need another accountant, or engineer with a corporation threatening redundancy? Keep being you Balloon Man. You're making the world a better place.

[@Billie_Marie_]

Incredibly brilliant and talented!!!

[@allengroove4553]

Change in temp of air conditioning: Ima end this mans whole career...

[@realRonilSingh]

This guys voice squeaks more than a balloon

[@gwengus2310]

there should be a yearly international cool guy award, and he should win that award for every year until he dies.

[@bile897]

Half man half genius. Seriously beautiful sculptures. Seems he’s a great guy as well.

[@AndresChido]

This video: Plastic contamination: ight ima head out

[@spice1don]

Balloons are made of rubber.

[@PhunnyConflicts]

Ah... People like him make me regret in life that I should of just followed my passion... Failed or not, I at least I tried, ya know?

[@crane_styles1347]

Never too late

[@rouyworld7551]

This is the most amazing thing I’ve seen in a while

[@woolwarian]

The balloon costumes are extremely creative!

[@calebs4887]

the world does not have a lot of balloon demigorgans

[@dylanh1462]

this guy alone is responsible for all the balloons in the ocean

[@JohnDuthie]

Jeremy Telford's awesome! I really like this mini-documentary!

[@happygilmore2100]

Abilities like this makes me appreciate the talents of people.

[@LogansMoshPit]

His sculptures belong in the Louvre

[@TheRealGuywithoutaMustache]

This guy is a professor of balloons

[@user-nj9vo2uv6b]

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[@WarmlyFrozen]

His passion makes me so happy

[@madlove2339]

kudos for the hours and dedication for the craft. insane

[@0_0thecommenter58]

After some months.... Ballons be like: bang* what a waste of time

[@subscribeifyoueatfood1747]

This is how manny voice cracks he had during this interview. ⇩

[@KarinaHunter]

so creative and really neat!

[@TheGahta]

What fine craftsmanship

[@themerovingian3288]

This guy needs to make the White House out of balloons

[@flimsy357]

Life size

[@imtypingwords]

I'm sure his wife is sick of his same old joke he uses every night. "Honey, I got a balloon that needs help being blown."

[@sirpoppinchuck]

Jeremy Talford is a great sculptor!!! He's living the dream his way!!!!!

[@TSB43]

How much does he make doing that? He’s a hero for humanity. Cheers to this great man