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[@poogie_]

Martina “I’m not so good with watercolours”. Also Martina *proceeds to create masterpieces*

[@unvrs-hg4vu]

She is so humble that she forgets how amazing she is 💜🙏

[@qkh5600]

Martina n'est pas humaine ... c'est une elfe 🤩

[@n.c.pictures]

Every artist ever tbh 😂😂😂

[@frankierzucekjr]

Lmao I just commented something similar. I love how she acts like this is difficult then knocks it outta the park hahaha. She's just too darn good at painting and most other things hahha

[@Bundalaba]

I had picture of how the castle may look like but she works and DANG that looks GOOD

[@whycantifeelmyface]

I'd definitely watch a series where she just does this to all her books...

[@Berjoza.]

Imagine if you would have a moveable bookshelf wich looks normal from one side and you could turn it around and reveal all the magnificent art

[@erizamisorafujoshi7002]

Yeah, me too

[@nephicus339]

How long until she adds LEDs? :P

[@jujubahandrade5466]

Same

[@matthilton999]

Same! So amazingly talented and lovely x

[@nicolasperel8026]

I love the fact that the glove she created actually helps her in life so much that she decided to wear it ^^

[@MelkisgoedvoorJan]

Right? That's so cool!

[@TsuLoki999]

The glove moves pretty naturally too!

[@Riddhi_theONEandONLY]

Which glove?

[@ZonnaWarde]

Martina, regardless of whether you are making a diorama, painting on canvas, painting on book ends or making armour and swords you never fail in astounding me. You have immense talent. Please never lose your passion for creating beautiful pieces of art. Thanks for sharing your passion with random strangers on the internet like me.

[@StarryNight0112]

Martina realizing that one book is shorter than the rest and can't unsee it is the best 😂

[@Masked_One_1316]

how dare you comment this! Now its bothering me and I'm not even at that point yet.

[@HackedRealitySIM]

Your poem rhymes 🤓

[@caw25sha]

Mine are completely different editions and The Return of the King is a tiny bit shorter as well. Never noticed before. Is this some sort of worldwide conspiracy?

[@pinchopaxtonsgreatestminds9591]

The book is such a pest, I would lock it in a chest!

[@IAmAnItalianPizza]

My adhd would make me reprint the whole thing i'm not even kidding 😭

[@rubykub8751]

I love the fact that Martina now uses her new badass glove each time

[@stormystormy_co]

Ditto! It looks sick✨😎✨!

[@ghosts2885]

I didn't even notice it at first. It honestly just blends in so well

[@chrisgould5606]

I noticed that too. Martina and her prosthetic pinky. She should write a book!

[@zitronentee2302]

i think its to get used to it. my guess is she wants to see if she should invest in a better prostetic/ invest time into making a better one

[@Steven-qc2sz]

I was waiting for this video. I was really curious to see if the new finger was functional or just cool looking. Looks to be functional, wouldn't be surprised if a non-profit ask for a collaboration to help others, especially children.

[@shyPandemonium]

Your fearlessness to dive into these projects head on even though you’re unsure about what you’re doing is inspiring to me. When I have the space for my own little art studio I want to do huge, ambitious projects like you do ❤️ thanks for being awesome

[@Corshclaw_RPG]

Tip from my own experience: don't wait to have space or a dedicated studio. That's #1 excuse for procrastination. A kitchen table will do as well! Be creative with what you already have at hand, the rest is just comfort.

[@healgrowlovecommunity8397]

I'm amazed how Martina appeared to do the LOTR and HP paintings without looking at any reference images. THAT'S a true fan!!!

[@emmiold2071]

She does, sometimes you see her phone on the table with references. But thats fine.

[@gownerjones1450]

I cannot emphasize enough how happy it makes me that she is using the finger. The finger is such an underrated thing. This means that any of us can make functional prosthetic body parts in our own homes. I love that.

[@verybarebones]

Any of us that can afford a 3d printer and a workshop

[@gownerjones1450]

@@verybarebones A printer good enough for that costs maybe $150. That's how much mine was. And you don't need a workshop, just one surface in your place you can clean off for a while, some sandpaper, and if you really want the led, some wire, an led and a soldering iron.

[@oldtoby2194]

Have to start somewhere. Apply concepts to wood blocks and tree branches with a pocket knife if you must. The ideal remains: Passion.

[@tillorrly1128]

​@@verybarebones you don't need to own a 3D-Printer. There are hackerspaces, makerspaces or fablabs all around the world. They usually have at least one that you can use.

[@verybarebones]

@@gownerjones1450 yeah lots of people dont have 150 bucks plus the space to spare? Prosthesis shouldnt depend on your ability to buy a 3d printer, this is just healthcare.

[@RobCabreraCh]

I would love to see her family member's reaction to their books being returned

[@fcmazzuco]

ME TOO

[@beth.watson]

YESSS!

[@samanthamorris1180]

Me 2 :)

[@DarkRie]

I'm personally dying to see this.

[@spooniesarah]

Yesss!

[@sadiemaxfield7566]

I like how you have the time passing in the background- gives a good perspective on how long these actually take you! Your work is incredible

[@P-Mouse]

i would think edges like this really adds to the experience & first impression of a book, I'm kinda surprised we don't see them more often printed at a large-scale, mass produced. For special editions and such.

[@velmi_malenkaja_zabka]

Martina: I usually paint with acrylic on big canvas, so I will start with something simple Also Martina: take the smallest book, bend it and paints it with aquarelle 😸

[@Induis]

I love the little Aragorn stopping Pippin from throwing stones 🥰😂

[@BlakieTT]

This is stunning. You are magical, Martina. 😭

[@SwtGrnEyed86]

Martina! You are so talented!! Just the sketching alone is remarkable, then you add magic with the watercolors!! I'm blown away. These turned out so amazing. I could no sooner pick a favorite of these books to read than pick a favorite painting. You did good girl!!💕

[@Rikiiiiiii]

With this, you don't even open a book anymore, you open the story and its universe itself...excellent work !

[@joebonomono5078]

I like how she and Hansi work in so many different mediums, paint, foam, leather, electronics, so varied. Every episode is something new and little of the same. Very nice.

[@Sam-jp6nu]

That Hogwarts painting is breathtaking She is an amazing artist

[@madio7237]

They look so amazing! it would look so cool if she did that with either the Percy Jackson/Heroes of Olympus books or the A Court Of Thorns And Roses series.

[@Axolotllova]

Yes Percy Jackson would look so cool it’d probably be a little chaotic

[@MrHrannsi]

"In a hole in the ground there lived a hobbit" Well, somewhere in Norway there lives a lady named Martina, and her mind-boggling creativity entertains millions of people around the world, this is just amazing. Edit: the door of Moria is an excellent subject for the Lord of the Rings.

[@carriebrown5234]

Much more interesting than the hobbit (no offense to hobbits) don't you think?

[@Semetoaster]

I think the best part of these videos is the genuine joy and appreciation of the one's own work. Especially young artists are often self-deprecating when talking about projects they've done, so it's a great example to set! It'd be impossible for me as a viewer to find anything to pick on in anything on this channel, all the projects are so beautiful and magical, but I'm sure Martina and Hansi are their own biggest critics. Still, they don't let it show in a non-constructive way. So happy to watch these videos

[@StefanCreates]

Thank you for this comment. I'm definitely my biggest critic but I'm also my biggest fan, I can just get so hyped over constantly discovering my skills are leveling up :D. But I've been made to feel like showing this appreciation is egotistical and self centered. Or maybe I talked that into my own head, who knows. So it's nice to know I don't have to feel like that ^^

[@lano3042]

@@StefanCreates definitely! we've been so used to try not to brag about our work and the things we are proud of, but honestly sometimes you just deserve it! :) it's not self-centered, it's just self-appreciation

[@hermione8362]

This is AWESOME 🤩 I‘ve been wanting to do this for a while now but never trusted myself to paint my books. I mean they’re books right? So precious… but now I feel like doing it first thing in the morning. Thanks for the inspiration and your creative work ❤ the paintings are stunning and I want them standing on my shelf 😆 And your videos always cheer me up ☺️ it’s so cool to watch you all excited for the projects you do!

[@juanfernandez812]

she has become such an amazing artist over the years like omg this is INSANE i love this and you, it is SO inspiring

[@abigailhubbard6345]

Just when I thought you couldn’t possibly do any better you absolutely blew my mind with the hogwarts one 😭

[@Nerdforge]

🥺💜

[@amaliesrajbrova2086]

Watercolour especially on a small scale is such a tough art medium, stacked books are a very tough canvas... and Martina just gigachaded her way through to beautiful, magical art pieces

[@XanBos]

I’ve been watching your channel for a couple of years now, and some of your projects just go beyond “wow”. This being one of them! So today I subscribed. I was a bit skeptical at first, with this painting on books idea, because I had the fears you had. But you have made it so that even I would try it on one of my books to see how it turns out! Great job, and wonderful books to paint on!

[@laurenkersey5990]

I genuinely enjoy watching all of your videos. I think you're crazy talented!!! I've been dying for you to release a new book binding video as well. It's what brought me to your channel in the first place. After I watched your Tolkien book video, I knew I had to try my own hand at it. My first one didn't turn out quite like I had hoped, but I'm not giving up! Just came here to say you inspire me to keep trying. I'm excited to see all your future projects! 💜

[@angelsinthewindow]

"I am not good at watercolors." - Martina Also Martina in same Video - Knocks it out of the park with her watercolor paintings on the sides of books. Your artwork is so amazing and you seem to end up being good at anything you put your mind to. I look up to you and love that you are so creative! Stay Magical!

[@mitzichairez5564]

If this is the visual description of "im not good with watercolor " I can't wait to see what she can do once she's a pro with watercolor this is a masterpiece already

[@ragecandy]

She said she paints with gouache which is like 90% the same thing

[@inerti4]

​@@ragecandy I respectfully disagree. She used watercolor as gouache here (which fits the project), but watercolor techniques are far more complicated than this. Check out Agnes Cecile for a great example.

[@fergieeeeee]

It's super cool to see so many *different* things being used with such *diversity.* I've been working on my use of *materials* mostly inspired from *channels* like *yours* and *North of the Border* and so on!

[@antonemberbroque4452]

Your use of Areal Perspective in your paintings are breathtaking.

[@ethannewhouse7541]

Amazing art as always!!! On a side note, it's oddly satisfying to see your cyberpunk glove pinky moving so naturally. You're a Cyborg Martina, lol.

[@OhMyGlobbb]

I love that we all know how amazing Martina is and that her project will always be mind blowing, yet she is always genuinely surprised that things turn out so well 😂💜 So talented, these are beautiful

[@DevinskiStorm]

They all look so amazing!!!!😍 please do this all to your books!!

[@veronicaash3406]

Love, love, love to see you paint! And such a fun and amazing project! More of these!

[@joaoleite3433]

You are the only KZbin channel that, as soon as a new video comes out, I have to watch it IMMEDIATELY, regardless of what it is. Simply wonderful! Keep up the amazing work!

[@andrewmcteigue8736]

Jep same❤

[@ConnorBrowneller]

@@andrewmcteigue8736 diddo

[@Feiroo]

exactly

[@michellerowe64]

Me to

[@jodyknight]

But of course, I just can't wait to see what Martina makes next. 😍🥰

[@ginbug7061]

Wow!! Just goes to show exactly how technically skilled Martina is!! Using an unfamiliar medium on a canvas that you aren’t comfortable with, yet still producing stunning paintings every time!

[@Airsick_lowlander]

Wow! Those look fantastic. I also couldn't help but notice the first Mistborn trilogy in the thumbnail. I'd love to see you do any kind of art project involving the Cosmere!

[@supremeleaderkyloren5250]

I absolutely love your channel. Your art is stunning. There are no words for how much I want to paint like you someday! Also, after watching your videos, I really really want to bind books and rebind some of my own books because it just looks like so much fun! Keep doing amazing videos! I love seeing what you create. You have a gift!

[@iamsherlocked2]

“I am not good with water colours”… Well, I wish I was that bad at watercolours, let’s put it that way! Just… omgaaaad…. Hogwarts is so beautiful!! I love that Martina lives these series as much as I do and has so much reverence for them also. Did them A++ justice.

[@GMPranav]

Ah finally the thing that I did to timepass in school became real art.

[@miraculousdream7028]

That is so freaking awesome!!! Those paintings are literal master pieces!! The Lord of the Rings one is defffently my favorite! Though the Hobbit one and the Harry Potter paintings are amazing as well! This just makes me want to paint a ton of books like this!(Though I absolutely suck at drawing or painting...)

[@sogwatchman]

It's really not fair how talented she is... The Doors of Durin on the Tolkien set are amazing.

[@tyrdchaos]

I think people in the creator space really undersell their skills. "I'm not so good with watercolors" turns into "Hey look I painted something they could sell as a product or special edition nbd". Amazing work Martina

[@JanMazurek]

Great job Martina!!! I love it!!! Every book has it's style - I'd like to have these all

[@OomuraMiki]

The paintings you made are absolutely stunning!

[@oceanwhisper2037]

Books are definitely a piece of decoration in my room, but you bring it to another level ❤️👏🏻

[@baconscoobysnacks3135]

Decoration? Do yourself a favor and try opening one up sometime 😂

[@Chrisnn22]

​@@baconscoobysnacks3135 I would ...hope that they're decorations because they've already been read lol

[@mariacolon9756]

What?

[@oceanwhisper2037]

I obviously meant the covers, guys 🤣

[@annbrookens945]

Ocean whisper, I'm a book fanatic, too. My beloved books are the best decorations to show someone who I am!

[@kevinschimmel8842]

Her array of skills and her art is almost unbelievable.

[@cameronstuart3239]

This is the first video I’ve seen of your channel. Each painting you did was beautiful and it matches the whimsical in both franchises. I was amazed, you have amazing talent and you’ve got me subscribed.

[@SteffenieKup]

I’m amazed by how much detail you put on those books! Beautiful work!

[@thewiccangamer1984]

She looks like a character from cyberpunk with the finger its awesome, keep up the good work

[@aynain1810]

And superb metallic pink hair and osm outfits and skills of a protagonist!!!

[@thewiccangamer1984]

@@aynain1810 I know its so uncanny how perfect it is for that type of cosplay.

[@jaycamp6298]

If you do this again, you should try to make it so that each books artwork stands on its own but also works as a piece in the set. For example, draw the final battle scene with 1 person on each book, and the background works as a way to make the pieces cohesive. You have proven you are INCREDIBLY talented so I think it would be something you could do

[@Manj_J]

Yes to this idea, it would be so cool!

[@ariyannajenkins1555]

I absolutely love all of your videos!!! I immediately watch each new one as they come out! For your next bookbinding video, it would be so awesome if you made your own version of the Necronomicon!!!

[@rpopova]

Those are sooo beautiful! I can't pick a favourite, all of them are absolutely gorgeous! Now I want to do this to a few of my own books...

[@itsalicia8751]

„Watercolours aren‘t my strong suit“ Continues to create the most delicate and beautiful sceneries I especially like the hobbit hole, the cuteness made me gasp!

[@suzanwilson109]

you never cease to amaze me, Martina!! Beautiful books and gorgeous paintings!!! I wish you could make painting classes or just recordings that explain how you learned your techniques and how you use them in the right, particular places. I think that a lot of young artists would find it very helpful to learn from someone who is not boring and teaches it in a very unique way. Thank you for your videos, Martina!

[@jenniferhalf1650]

WTF THIS IS SO FRIGGIN GOOD!!!! HOW?!?! PLEASE SEND ME YOUR ARTISTIC VIBES!! YOU ARE SO TALENTED!! ITS SO GOOD I WANNA CRY!! ITS JUST MAGICAL!!!! Sorry for getting really excited I'm just blown away how incredible this is. One of the best artist on KZbin!!!!

[@ArtsyMario]

This is so cool! I love how they all look!

[@tyrellfutialo8200]

says im not experienced with water color, continues to make a water color masterpiece. so talented! i love youuu

[@grumbledook]

As much as I love the Hogwarts scene, and there is always something special about the gates to Moria, my favourite has to be the Hobbit hole. Not just because of the drawing itself, Ty also because we can see your growing excitement with the idea of painting the edges of all your books. I’d love to see you do the Wheel of Time series next.

[@o0kattiz0o]

Oh my god, yes, wheel of time!

[@Chai-the-Artist]

yessss

[@midnightgamingwithmysticni947]

Seeing that Hogwarts one come together from start to finish was amazing. I've never been able to work with water colors but you made it look like Acrylic.

[@jonafoto]

OMG the results came out amazing!

[@karendebbiejohnson7480]

The paintings immerse you even more into the books and universes in them. It is a whole other experience and I think your family member will enjoy re-reading the books once more.

[@peachswan]

I love all of them but the Harry Potter one is just so extremely beautiful!!!

[@Thelaretus]

Yeah, but what about the Nargles?

[@thehapavegan7177]

@@Thelaretus 🤣❤

[@deborahsharpe9429]

I love all of the paintings. You’re wonderful and I appreciate you for sharing with all of us!!

[@javisanchez9]

Everything you do is better than te previous ones, you are so amazing Martina!!

[@maddyf.6296]

I've been thinking about doing this but I've been terrified to do it 😂 so this video is just what I needed

[@Nerdforge]

yeees, go for it!! 😁👏

[@jodyknight]

@@Nerdforge you inspire people in such a fantastic way, much love and respect comin' at you Martina

[@nataliejarrett4215]

I’m not even shocked at her amazing talent anymore more of in awe and a slight envy 😂

[@supermario10033]

Amazing work you've done here once again ! Btw this glove is fitting you sooo well

[@shiblets]

How could anyone possibly choose which one they like better? All 11 are AMAZING! .. I am in awe how you can go between so many mediums and be amazing at all of them!

[@Just_Anfisaaaaa]

I haven’t even watched the vid yet and I just KNOW this is going to look amazing! You’re so talented, Martina

[@emiliegoold7166]

You make me feel like I can do anything and you make my art block magically ✨disappear✨ Thank you so much you are awesome

[@rinciel4999]

Watching this feels so satisfying!! Amazing work!!

[@ReedMurdock]

I love how she has a smile on her face while she’s working 😊

[@bartvandewalle5215]

Amazing work Martina, I love how genuine your recordings are, with all the litle laughs and smirks that make it in.

[@cairotavares8471]

The Lord of the Rings is definitely my favorite one. That light effect is so beautiful, the blue tones, the drawing itself. Another piece of art amazingly done, congrats Martina.

[@Bbrrooookkee]

First of your videos I've come across and I'm already hooked. You are an awesome artist and I love your personality. Subscribed and will definitely be back for more!

[@seenahero77]

These are all so beautiful! My favorite has to be the Door to the Mines of Moria. Amazing work!

[@skyacay]

these all turned out so cool!!! the techniques you came up with for this very specific media format are so interesting!! the hogwarts set turned out absolutely insaneeeee

[@vaughn6371]

I need an autobiography of this woman! So interesting..so talented..so unique! What shapes a person like Martina?!

[@mohraz_af]

Huge trauma with a little bit of support of a loved one maybe...

[@Miranda-js7su]

@@mohraz_af ???

[@arthurweise2573]

You are amazing!!! I don't know how you have the patience todo this! They are all wonderful, can't pick just one. I am in virtual awe of you! And you are so wonderful to listen to as well. Thank you for your videos.

[@keepingupwithcarson]

Martina these look so amazing. You are such a great fantasy artist. So happy for you! I hope your family treasures your work

[@PharaohsKeeper7]

The amount of detail in those paintings is insane! They look amazing!

[@cadeperozich9218]

They are all so beautiful, but for me the Gates of Moria is my favorite. I'm a massive fan of LOTR, and that painting was freaking incredible. But to be honest all of them are gorgeous!!

[@TheAnimalsMagicShop]

I really love all of them - each is unique and fun, like this artist.

[@sazzle312]

These almost made me tear up a little, they are absolutely fantastic!

[@alexandraelkina6292]

It's impossible to choose one! All three works are amazing and magical! And still, The Hobbit... I like how it comes to life, when book is in hands))) So cool, you're awesome!

[@faithwerksdesigns6197]

If you want to do all of your books, we'll watch lol This was so satisfying to watch, and the art is beauty as always!

[@sunako666]

Every single one looks amazing!

[@Chasik]

OMG THEY LITERALLY LOOK SO MAGICAL AND CUTE i never knew that books could do it

[@Namoraslife]

These turned out sooooooooooo good, omg! I knew, you would create something magical, but here you really outdid yourself. I am amazed by the skill and passion you put into this and each and every painting you did in this video radiates the joy and fun you had creating them. Truly amazing and inspiring stuff.

[@kirubab8500]

Nerdforge never fails to make my day better! love you Martina, you inspire us everyday🤗💕

[@slowazzd2165]

Me and my girlfriend have literally watched your entire catalogue of videos over the last 2-3 days and I'm so excited to get home to watch this one with her :)

[@Punki80]

Since the Hobbit is my favourite book out of them (having read that in my childhood in the early 90´s), I always love the hobbit hole motif most. How pleasant and cozy and also adding to the reading atmosphere it must be when you are surrounded by part of the Shire while you are reading, like a frame around the text! I bet this increases the fun, subcounsciously.

[@jaded2306]

Stunning work as always! Outrageously talented!

[@IngramSnake]

As someone who has had to have emergency hand surgery, I never noticed her right hand. Now, I can't stop looking at it. She does everything so well. It's inspiring!

[@kana4632]

FINALLY SOMETHING TO PROCRASTINATE TO

[@OlichkaNesterova]

😂😂😂 yes happy Friday!

[@Asmodeus1789]

@@OlichkaNesterova is it really happy tho 😞

[@FlightFyre21]

Agreed!

[@EleanorCreative]

Definitely my favorite art video!✨

[@madisonpuch6092]

These were stunning! I may have to try this myself!