Critiquing my work from 10 years ago

[@ExotiqBeautii]

* it would be so awesome if you were to recreate a few of your old pieces. I'd love to see a remake of the first one!!*

[@JohnTomasella]

My exact thoughts also.

[@JonoDry]

Thats a great idea! Ill give it a try, but to be honest a recreation of that drawing would be completely different. I would change everything 😂

[@theophilusgyan-mante7205]

His old creations are my milestone 😂, the man is just good

[@ExotiqBeautii]

@@JonoDry that's why I'd love to see it though. A decade of experience gives a new perspective. No matter how you go about doing it, I want to see it! LOL

[@anuzonienu469]

Yes! Amazing idea!

[@kathywillis7459]

Never regret or be embarrassed by what you’ve done in the past. It’s part of your journey and has brought you to what you are capable of today and who you are.

[@artszy8184]

When i get bored while drawing something I quickly come and see videos like this and get some inspiration from them, it's like an energy drink. ☺ and you are just extraordinary.

[@arnavkumar7937]

You are too perfect. You should upload bloopers as well

[@taylorniall5756]

When I saw that Warcraft 3 Orc. My appreciation and love for you grew even more! Haha You're such a legend mate. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Love from England x

[@JonoDry]

Thanks Taylor! haha yeah I haven't completely grown out of it to be honest. Thanks! same to you :D

[@shannonralston5570]

You are my biggest inspiration as an artist..quiet humbleness, knowing your worth, amazing concept ideas, beautiful works. My words cannot express how amazing your art is. I aspire to create something even slightly close to yours one day.

[@jobsingames]

Hi Jono. I am coming back to my Art after a 25 year break and at the age of 54 and find your advice and guidance really helpful. I was an illustrator for 10 years after college in the 80's but became disillusioned with art and became another lost Artist, however I'm determined now to make it work commercially and I'm now throwing all my resources to that end. I wanted to thank you for taking time to share your experiences and advice, it's inspirational. Adrian

[@GuReumArtStudio]

I see why you are so good at what you are doing. You are a perfectionist! Perfectionists are often very hard on themselves.. Thanks for your hard works, though, as a watcher. Happy New Year, my friend. 💖

[@dreadstunlock]

Saw the thumbnail, instant like. Rest is irrelevant. FOR THE HORDE!

[@luc1d356]

I love how creative you are with your drawings , creating something original and unique that blows your mind and imagination. I wish I could do the same , not just copying photos... But I only started drawing few years ago , I really look forward to achieve this kind of creative art like yours. Thank you for your work and channel , it's really inspiring me.

[@s.aaquibali8753]

He always wets his paper before drawing bcz he's Jo"NO DRY' the GOAT.😌🤗

[@ishan9665]

Ik u tried.... But that was painfully sad

[@JonoDry]

Lol, best version of this joke ive seen so far. Thanks

[@ishan9665]

@@JonoDry really XDDDDDDDDD lmao There is like about 10 comments per vid using the same joke man XDDDDDDD

[@s.aaquibali8753]

@@JonoDry Thanks for replying!🥰 I'm 13 years old and I love watching your videos. I've learnt a lot from you and I'm also planning to start a YT channel of my own soon. Thank you so much Jono Dry 🥰❤️

[@dustinlouis1543]

I love this channel each video I’ve seen blows me away , I can only dream of having the skill that you do. I am an artist myself and hope one day have the skills that you have built and perfected and hearing that you didn’t go to a university for art makes me want to practice even more.

[@tomhoward8304]

No real sense of the wind as I was listening to your video, but I know how it can be a challenge when you're doing a video. I pass some of your ideas on to my students. You have some great and practical insights.

[@hillarysyiem3929]

Watching this video really inspire me and mostly it really tells me about the improvement going through the years 😉👍💕.. thanks for sharing this Jono..💖💖...

[@artforthesoul-byparvez2944]

So I realised I need atleast 15 years to perfect my art after seeing ur art from 15 years ago...😂😂

[@rutbrea8796]

You are so honest with yourself and others. It's a great quality of your personality. You are also a great artist, very thorough. Thanks for sharing. You made me realize that we all should go back and take a look at our work. By doing this, we can also learn how much we have changed through the years. Our thoughts, our actions and desires change as we progress in our personalities. Smart move. I wish you more success in your career. If your concept of success is like mine, it's the work improvement that really matters, what message we want to send to the world with our work matters more than financial wealth. I am going to try to send this message to the world before I leave it. I am old now, and not feeling very well, but will keep trying until my final moment.

[@anonymousartist3645]

Fan from Ghana😁. I really enjoy your videos. Really inspiring

[@theophilusgyan-mante7205]

Chale wassup... The man good waaaa 😁

[@prism9884]

Just want to say thank you. You have really inspired me to become a better artist! A lot of your advice on tools to use and how to use them have actually helped me improve my art. And these critique videos are extremely helpful as well. I truly look forward to your videos 👌🏼

[@tadas7985]

That's way too good for someone who's 15-16 years old god damn, how did you get to that level that early in your life.

[@pavitraverma5406]

The best critiques video of yours..really gives a great idea how to work on sketches..Thanks for all your great works man. Love from world of sketches

[@harshraj7839]

You are my biggest creative inspiration

[@chahatgupta23]

You are soo good. I aspire to be like you do one day... But that patience. Also I have showed you work to every second person I meet because it's splendid. Love your work allot! Hopefully will get there someday

[@phantomtryhards6336]

Your drawings are so good Jono you are my greatest inspiration

[@debarghyananda9082]

Excellent drawings and you are my inspiration 😀😀😀❤️❤️❤️

[@JKPArtsStories]

8:10 Really true. Used it in many of my artworks which turns out great.

[@codornizsamandoca4350]

Feliz navidad Jono

[@bandanasingha6453]

Love ur work💚 ....also such a soothing voice☺

[@dinkarlohar4929]

Love from Mumbai, India 👍

[@blues_art9704]

Hey,✨ I just want to know, what is that liquid that you mix up with graphite powder? I saw that with this method the paper gets way darker than just using the powder, and i cant figure it out what is that

[@hosamfikry2924]

The fact that you improved a lot doesn't mean you were terrible as your criticism is hinting. I would wish to reach the phase you were just criticising actually 😅 sometimes in your videos I feel you're too humble that you're actually harsh on yourself. Best of luck with your next phases 🌹 An Egyptian learning from you in Australia 😅

[@Arbindel]

I love your style. Your eye of detail is crazy deep and your art style accentuates it perfectly. But, there's one thing I would love to know: what are your guidelines for balancing the focus of the composition with a high level of detail? I struggle with maintaining a balance between the focus points of the composition and the amount of detail they should have. All too often, I overdo the details on the nonprimary focus points and it ends up either detracting from the overall work or it just feels muddy or too busy. I feel like I have good concepts but the drive to add high amount of detail ends up ruining it. Any suggestions?

[@ritz1253]

Pleaseee do a video on how you store your artwork and how you put it on an easel or the wall for drawing. I'v noticed your works have a wooden back once they're done.. 🤞🤞

[@siddhantchopda4321]

Crazy how your work just got 1000 times better

[@asseelkidsyako5990]

Hi I am new here and I have been watching your videos, and you a great artist you have drawn amazing pictures that are inspiring me, I want to be a like you and to be able to draw like you but I would like to know what kind of paper do use to draw and what pencils you use too. If you could wait tell I would be happy because I have experienced with different types but none of them are good for realistic drawing so if you can could you please tell me what kind of paper do you use and where you get it from please.

[@angshuroy8062]

Really love your videos...Tnx for teaching so many things..

[@apadeka1800]

Love from Assam bro..I always see your videos. Love you so much.🥰🥰🥰💞💞💞

[@reverently]

Nice video! Merry Christmas Jono :)

[@rowel6068]

Yay another video ♥️ Merry Christmas sir And to everyone

[@vanitasunadoli3949]

I try to be like u❤️but I fail💔but still follow u 💞big fan from 🇮🇳India Really very inspired by ur videos. I'll try my best to be perfect like u

[@tiffanysmith7419]

I just found you a few minutes ago and have watched a couple videos. Beautiful work. On the eye drawing, around 5:15-6 minutes in, you critique the 'bumps under the eye'. Can you explain a bit better what you did wrong there and how you would make it better? Thanks.

[@JohnTomasella]

The last time I was this early the fixative was still wet.

[@JonoDry]

😂

[@mariatanner7507]

you are a spectacular soul,,who is handsome and with those piercing eyes,,that ALLURE you in,,,,that's out of the way,,,,,you are an extraordinary soul,,WITH lots of talent,,,,and you practice at your craft to get it right,,,,at 26 I some years ahead,,,to get it right,,,,you are an INSPIRATION,,to not give up,,,,,you are a COMPLIMENT to DA VINCI You are a precious GIFT for the UNIVERSE,,,,,EPIC,,,EPIC

[@Arielelian]

That's a very interesting snapshot of the younger you. I sense that back then, you were confused, trying to find your place, trying to prove yourself, but at the same time very defiant (as most teens do). You had a strong sense of self, to the point of even being arrogant when you were dealing with your subject matter of strength, though it was a much more subdued and internal arrogance. Outwardly, you were still a nice guy and still tried to be agreeable...however, it was a constant source of internal conflict for you. In fact, the vast majority of your conflicts were internal, with them bursting out only after they'd been bubbling and stewing for so long. You've grown a lot since then, which is a good thing. You're more mellow, more forgiving, though no less a perfectionist. And you've learned to see more of the world outside of you, instead of just focusing on the world inside of you. However...you're still fearful to let the outside world in. KZbin is kind of like therapy in that regard, but in personal relationships, the door still has a very complex combination lock. lol. Keep doing what you're doing, bud. You're doing great.

[@captainalie9264]

Well he was born in 1981 and that means he is 31. So he was probably 21

[@captainalie9264]

but now I see he doesn't mean 10 years specifically, he shows works that predate that so all in all great observation.

[@vickim6990]

I love your work. Your demeanor is humble and kind and you are so very helpful, so thank you for being you. Question: What do you do when you unknowingly get a fingerprint on your paper and shading over it picks up too much graphite?

[@RivkaMacales]

Thank you for sharing your process of developing as an artist. It made you seem more human :) and it actually is encouraging me to continue developing my own art. Also - your conceptual ideas are so fantastic!

[@fevronija]

So useful!!!

[@ishandraws8884]

Would be amazing if you can make a draw my life video, or your life story? I guess.

[@theartdivine]

Hey sir!! Your art work is fav and very inspiring 😍😍

[@juliogonzalez6370]

You’re being too hard on yourself.... The way you do your art now is on a HIGHER Level,

[@matttheman9740]

Totally agree! 👍

[@aaimansabharwal5201]

You are so good but still criticizing your own work . This proved which type of guy you are . Lots of love from my side and a very happy new year !

[@JonoDry]

Thanks! Happy new year to you too :)

[@sanjeedanawaz8573]

Try pentel 4b leads they are darker than 2b

[@kimrivera8803]

What is the brand of graphite you used for your drawing???

[@anshikanainarts5579]

You are my greatest inspiration....😌❤

[@karankukreja9628]

@mira mira aaa dont spam

[@FrankieKato149]

What kind of paper u work with where you buy it from?

[@graphiteart2020]

Another fascinating video. Quick question- what was the first piece you sold and for how much. Quite a big question that can put into perspective experience and value.

[@JonoDry]

It was one of those small eye drawings. I think It sold for around 300 ZAR or somewhere around 20 USD

[@graphiteart2020]

@@JonoDry Thank you. That puts ever into perspective of what to expect potentially. The real value is in the reward of achieving that which you couldn’t before.

[@pixel_45]

I love yur drawing and am thinking to draw hyperrealistic pictures

[@danieldraws]

I’m curious to know what method you use to do your sketches. Personally I use the grid method but do you use the grid method?

[@abhijeetjadhav2961]

Yes he does...he answered in QnA

[@kadenkubicz1995]

Inspired

[@gis7776]

I believe you said in earlier videos that you are building your own membership platform, any idea when it will be launched? Would love to see real time videos of the progress!

[@JonoDry]

Yeah, Ive actually already soft launched it on patreon. I'm just building it up slowly before I actually tell everyone. But you are welcome to check it out and let me know what you think and what you would like to see there. There is already one long format video up so far :)

[@gis7776]

Hi Jono, sounds pretty cool! I created an account and I believe I am your first Patreon now 😋 Happy to provide you feedback and looking forward to exploring the content!

[@jyotsnasah5369]

My most favourite person 💛

[@jyotsnasah5369]

@mira mira I love it so I also subscribed your channel 💕

[@noobie_artist408]

These drawings are good for the eyes.

[@briantruitt7036]

For your next drawing can you do something with a dragon??? I think you could do something epic with a dragon in it.:)

[@sambos2212]

What is the drawing tablet you are using? Do you have to have it connected to your pc to use it?

[@pranavps851]

I'd like to know as well

[@JonoDry]

Hi, Its just an ipad, Not connected to my pc, I copied images of the old drawings across to it to review them for the vid.

[@sambos2212]

@@JonoDry oh ok. Keep up the fantastic work!

[@nikolai9518]

i just looked you up on patreon and noticed you had a page, did you launch it yet?

[@ghouling1111]

How do you feel about redoing your old art work? With everything, you know now.

[@dinkarlohar4929]

Please make artreview video 🙏

[@littleterry1976]

hi , i dont know if you have already answer this kind question before but how do you get rid of graphite shine ?

[@JonoDry]

Hi, I made a video about how I do my backgrounds and in that video I explain in detail how I deal with graphite shine.

[@littleterry1976]

@@JonoDry alright thanks ,i think i miss that one ...

[@manishkumars9869]

Hey man, can you suggest any way to get human anatomy right with courses?

[@luketaylor6292]

This is luke, I aspire to one day be an artist like you, I am young and have been practicing for years but have reached a point to where I can’t teach myself anymore. Is there any classes you give maybe I know in a video you said you will make a membership where we can watch you draw and that’s awesome. Would there be any way to pay you to get an in depth class. I understand if not you are extremely busy. I look Up to you

[@neerajkumarmunda8246]

One live session please

[@chopin65]

Great artists don't strive for originality. Originality is the subject of the work, not the work itself. Great artists seek the most inscrutable aspects of existence and then confer them in simplicity. It is like daring to speak the real name of God out loud, or being a hero who brings back the great secret of life. That hero discovers it has no translation into the common tongue. Always after, their is the taste of ash in their mouth, and the adrenaline of transcendental ecstasy pumping in their veins. They babble, and are more like angels, than people. All of my heroes art artists, composers, scientists, and anyone who has lived for the experience of seeking meaning. You are part of that family of thrill seekers, to me, sir.

[@maheshpandey1719]

really curious to ask have you ever tried coloured drawings? by the way you are great, i really hope you get endless success.

[@maheshpandey1719]

@mira mira your drawing was pretty good 👍.

[@sompattanaik694]

Can you please upload the full time video of "SOLITUDE"... ❤️❤️❤️ Please

[@JonoDry]

Ive uploaded one to my new patreon. I literally just soft launched it so Im still working things out. but hopefully by next year it will be fully up and going. Ill upload all my future drawings in long format timelapses.

[@MSFTSTRIO]

I got an A for my Matric art but I look back on them and I literally did 1 good drawing😭

[@anapresent4922]

Sir how send my work to you ??

[@J.Dominus]

How do I get someone to critic my artwork? My drawings are pretty trash but I did invest a lot in one that changes it's facial expression depending on where you stand in the room. Much appreciated and cheers!

[@ramenyoun501]

What helped me with my art journey was self critiquing, I would take some time off while drawing, come back and make a list of things I should've done differently to encourage experimentation. Ann reardon from how to cook that made chocolate models the same way and they were quite realistic.

[@katye02]

Ya cool 🦄👠👑

[@aneenafran8951]

How many hours do u work in a day?

[@padamvara]

Any Jono fans from India ? Big fan from India...

[@mydailyartwaksh]

Yo!

[@maghribis646]

If I say I want someone to critique my drawings is it like saying I want someone to draw me? Help

[@ExotiqBeautii]

*Still better than something I drew 10 days ago LOL*

[@arrambani]

the name jono, like the name of most people in Indonesia (like typical Indonesia)

[@3ashishsreekumar815]

Have u started ur next drawing?

[@JonoDry]

Not yet, Ive really been struggling to figure out my planning for the next drawing. Ill try decide on it in the new year and get started in early jan.

[@kaiwhatley2136]

If you knew that others had done that "concept' before you, would you have done your own? .doing your own is the best way for you to grow as an artist, that's as good as you /me lol,🧐😉 PS you remind me of myself 20years ago (which is when i last done most of my pencil work) if i hadn't got addicted to heroin!! Same concepts, ADD, Pan ,nature, fine pencil works, all of it,+👌good job !!.

[@anshulrathore1309]

Jono dry you're the best ❤️😘😍

[@JonoDry]

😊🙏

[@mallikanageshrao140]

I need to make my volume full to hear ur voice ig

[@Kairav09]

Where can i submit my art for the next critiquing?

[@JonoDry]

Im starting a patreon where you can submit work in future. It's still VERY new so im still getting everything set up.

[@nevan2675]

WHY ARENT UR VIDS BEING RECOMMENDED

[@graceshot9131]

Watching this at almost 3am

[@JonoDry]

Go to bed Alex 😂 It will still be here in the morning :D

[@devchourasia4935]

I love you

[@anshulrathore1309]

First here for jono ❤️😂

[@oakleygrey7893]

JOONNNNOOOO

[@jbhagawati9536]

❤️❤️

[@lilshorty316]

❤❤

[@notyourfriend-li7rq]

You look like a young Robert de Niro in the thumbnail......

[@craftyhuman3064]

I wanted to learn from you

[@JonoDry]

Well hopefully these videos can teach you😂

[@mikenelson1624]

👍✨

[@humaaziz3434]

Hey jono I asked to you a question but you didn't reply me 😢

[@CFLPN91]

You had long hair?!

[@nishavg3510]

After 3 minutes nd I am already laateee..😅