How I Started Painting Murals

[@Kiptoe]

The intro of this vid is a little weird, it was the tail end of a mini-travel series I was doing and ended up at home at the end, and this was just meant to be more of a filler episode. This is the first half of my journey, the second half starts when the videos pick up at the beginning of my channel. Maybe I'll make an in-depth Part 2 about the struggles of a budding mural artist trying to make it in LA. Thanks for watching :)

[@vaishalishrivastava7593]

I live in India but i ever get to meet you , learn from you.. I m gonna be the luckiest person.. Love your work❤

[@SMOENOVA]

being an artist is not a decision, it is more like a problem that you have to make the best out of it. that moment you said "i need a wall, because i HAVE TO PAINT" feels so familiar to me. really cool story until now. and your first mural was genius - wow, what happened before the first mural?

[@Kiptoe]

Thanks Smoe, its an addiction! I guess I just studied others work to a science and used it to paint my first one

[@arick6601]

Bro fr though. It fucking pains me to see beautiful murals, I NEED to be doing that.

[@LaEscuelaDelEncanto]

Well said

[@leftysouthpawofdetttth7340]

Faxx brother.

[@svnbit8408]

@@Kiptoe I've taken that same Baranquilla to Santa Marta bus back to Baranquilla flight to Medellin. If you ever go back there's a skatepark between Medellin and Sabaneta thats a killer spot visible off the road. Worth checking out I'm sure if you're linking up there's a lotta hype on the barrio hills stuff along transit, just thought I'd throw that out there, Sabaneta in last few years is coming up, lots of building etc. I can't wait to get back there working on startup and I was so blessed every leg of that visit, too profound just the warmest greatest people and families I've ever met anywhere it's something else. Thanks for the inspiration I'm about to do some sex changes on some tips I bought years ago get them to work on krylon and see if I can throw something down on a canvas totally new. Loved your skatepark job loved the way you pulled some areas out like the truck especially, great pallette and just popped.

[@dolmio_sauce]

Love your attitude towards art! Doing illegal murals out of your own pocket is true dedication.

[@goosedude]

ayy remos

[@Kiptoe]

Thanks Remos! just trying to paint over here!

[@alvinjones670]

remos100 SAY WORD!!!

[@Mr_Mannen]

Kiptoe hey I'm walking heee. Rick and morty...

[@Mr_Mannen]

Hey I'm working heee

[@yoavhalperin5852]

I think kiptoe is really underrated... i mean his art skills and imagination are just amazing to see and i think more people should see his videos to support him and get inspired

[@josephboyd490]

beautiful story man. me and my guy just went around town asking people if they want a free mural. worked. its interesting to see how artist grinded it out and got started

[@Seamo57]

Being a professional artist is a hustle!!! People think that if you can make beautiful art, that's it... you're gonna be famous LOL!! HA... It's Anything but that simple & easy! I know of, & have seen far too many extremely talented people not make it, b/c they weren't good w/ the hustle/grind & straight up business side of it! This is Entrepreneurship at its finest.. The term "STARVING ARTIST" is a well-known term for a reason..... I've struggled for many years to make it my sole-proffesion... I'm still struggling! And having serious health problems has robbed me of at least a decade! It's No cakewalk! There're NO (very few if any) Handouts in life! *Talent is unfortunately only a small percentage of the Art Game! And... It's very true that some people get lucky and rock a simple & recognizable character or logo & BOOOOM.. they get mad famous!!..HOWEVER; They still put their work on blast! They put it in everyone's face!!! Gotta' get it seen! The internet is such an amazing tool for that... But.... *** Talent + Handwork + Hustle/Grindin' = Career in Art... Sometimes anyway.. lol.. Much love! Great video! - @seamo_one

[@sammfshields]

preachhhhh

[@MACKHUSSLE]

mad respect bro... i always wondered who painted that mural in providence of super boy grew up over there n its nice to know the history behinde that peice providence has such a unique style where everything is so diffrent that it fits together perfect if that makes any sense lol.. n your style definitely compliments it.. thanks for yhe quick history lessons

[@xerophreek9311]

Damn Kiptoe, you the man...

[@timsal777]

Yeah bro, your journey and your stories are very inspirational...And it's good that you pursue it, as your passion in Arts. And as being an Artist, like a dream that sometimes is not easy to get it...Well, Congratulations and now you getting more Arts projects...Greetings from Canada 😊

[@garyc]

The cone lanterns is a great idea! :D

[@itsmee6104]

thank you for posting this video. it was very inspirational

[@Kiptoe]

glad to hear it!

[@4legdfishman]

5 years later and I'm just watching this? I'm so far behind! Great story, very inspirational and you've come a long way. Thanks for sharing and congratulations on doing what you love. We were almost neighbors! I live in Maine.

[@artbypalehorse]

Been a fan for the last year. Your videos are inspiring to me. Because I'm an Artist/Dish Washer slinging art at comic cons. Thanks man! Found your videos when I needed to get back on my game.

[@Kiptoe]

Thats dope bro, i know the hustle! Thanks for watching bro

[@sophiekrumelmonster8996]

Great story. It’s always impressing how you Americans are just doing what is coming up your mind right now and enjoying it and being successful with it. I’m from Germany and most people here only focus on their career and things like that what is not bad but sometimes very boring. I really like your paintings and I hope you will go far with what you’re doing :)

[@Dani_1012]

You're the first KZbinr who I can truthfully say is inspiring me and your videos make me pretty happy and excited as well so thank you for everything you're doing, you're amazing!

[@NachiFREE]

Your work is absolutely amazing, stunning. Thanks for posting this. As a fellow illustrator, this is both informational and inspirational.

I so respect the size. Sketch w a spray can, whaaa?

[@MBxArt]

Been traveling around Asia to paint in hostels and bars. Was getting real down about my progression until this video. Really look up to you! Thanks for your creativity!

[@lonironi3754]

You already have signature color pallets. KIPTOE style. You deserve every job you get. Enjoyed your video.

[@therun7024]

YO I’ve seen that super boy mural in person, IT WAS SO GOOD! I love it so much! Your work is so fantastic!

[@romerockrok-boi5563]

I live in providence and I drove by everyday die in for you to finish I'm 45 graffity artist and watching you brought me back to paint again thanks man I'm a big fan love ur work

[@teeqeeii4069]

This has inspired me so much, I’ve always wanted to design custom shoes and design murals (I’m not old enough yet) but this makes me just want to go out there and draw

[@charlottegreenberg1877]

Really cool. I'm a young artist myself and when I see stuff like this it gets me so pumped to create! Truly an inspiring story, keep up the great work :)

[@camd71]

Just come across your videos on You Tube and have not stopped watching them, you produce some amazing work! You are the Captain of your own ship and what you have shown truly demonstrates that you have pointed it in the right direction!

[@casmckay8034]

I started in the early 80,s I totally love those first murals you made it shows how talented you are. If watch them and think jeeezz we had no clue starding out back in the day... good job props from Holland

[@kastalom3333]

it's really great to see someone share their beginnings, really inspirational.

[@504Capt]

Let’s goooo. First mural coming in 2020

[@saghassi3423]

I watch this video every now and it always gets me motivated to keep trying. Thanks for the great video kiptoe. You're an inspiring guy

[@mer-ka-ba-]

I clicked this video really fast when I saw a familiar boy in a cape. I live really close to your first mural and cannot help but stare and admire it every time I drive by it. It’ll be nice to drive by and know the artist for a change. Beautiful work! UPDATE: I drove past that mural I was speaking so fondly of and they painted the entire side of the building a depressing grey. The start of an incredible journey completely erased and disregarded. :(

[@soloevl]

these videos, your art and just natural flow of life is awesome! Mahalos for always posting up your brilliant creations. peace, brother.

[@NME10E]

Hell yeah KiP I love your energy man, your art and videos have inspired me to do a mural in my home town and I just got clearance from the city!

[@emothug_1]

Wow I just came across this channel, I'm from Charlotte and I have been really trying to do this, but now I realize I just need to buy the paint and start doing more paintings. You are fucking amazing my dude. You deserve so many more subscribers. I hope this channel grows faster. You deserve it.

[@BecomingThePath]

What a great first mural. It really looks inspired. Good looking out for the community. You are definitely one of the true artists!

[@YanikFalardeau]

That was great! Thanks for sharing how you started! I just finished my first mural a few months ago and now, I'm in love. I know the feeling of feeling the push to paint! Kudos to you for following your passion.

[@olivialeask71]

It is true dedication if you travel the world to do this!!! If want to do something, DO IT!! Well done kiptoe!!

[@dnedya]

I clicked on this video because I had seen the mural in Providence, as my dad drove me through the area. Even though I saw it a month ago I recognized it immediately. Truly amazing artwork!

[@klinikcrew2121]

Very inspirational man, makes me want to get out there and work on my art. Thank you for sharing your story Sal.

[@BodybuildingUniverse]

LOve your story and your creations Kiptoe...HARD WORK PAYS OFF

[@kadosholl]

Men ....... You are a gifted and humble man, hard workerd with a poitive actitude ... KEEP GOING

[@03obietrice]

This dude is great!!! Just discovered yesterday and I can't stop watching. Thanks bro! Keep it up!

[@KeithTharp]

I took some photos of my son and his friend for their LHS senior portraits in front of the gorilla/pirate mural, they didn’t use those for the yearbook but they loved those photos. I think it was September 2015 when we did the photos.

[@coffeecat9188]

My dad lives near the one in providence rhode island, i love walking past that when i go to the park or just go and see my cousins, thanks for the mural

[@zeppelindrakedufour6096]

Been watching this dude since he had 5,000 subscribers. Now he's blowing up and it's very well deserved. Keep grinding Kiptoe

[@bawa6276]

i am an artist , started my art carrer during my study in malaysia , yr story really inspires me , i got my first mural deal in my hometown and i am going to do it in the next few weeks , i hope my art take me around the world .. stay amazing kiptoe , you one of the best :)

[@aaronnoel8912]

My favorite mural was the one you did for that restaurant. That was beautiful.

[@MelaninMermaid296]

😍 this is so amazing , I’m gonna practice . I wanted to have a painting of my favorite anime on my room wall .

[@tieganvan5573]

dude this is what i live for , you are so inspiring i love you and i hope i can start drawing murals to someday.

[@Palacios29]

Wow , great learning story, now I know how much more should I walk through, love painting and I’ll die painting,

[@darwindoesart3715]

1:02 i love the fact that people sat in there and just watched! it makes me want to do this!

[@jawarablake]

Yeah that happened to me too. My first mural was awesome and I got in the paper and then dead space. You're inspiring man.

[@KatieTrainerMuralsMagicMore]

Love this video! i am a full time muralist and have begun making videos over that last year and started tapping into this type of breakdown as well. you did a great job! nice angle!

[@jay.6343]

OMG! I live in Provdence RI and I saw the thumbnail and was so surprised that I thought the mural must have been painted in another location cause who even knows Providence exists. But that so cool dude!!

[@260chiles]

Very talented!! I'm tired of L.A., but glad you are just experiencing it. Hopefully we can get one of your murals out here in the San Fernando Valley. Good luck.

[@eamonnleahy]

Wow ! Loved this !! Really inspiring . Lots of respect from Cork, Ireland

[@holaqase8820]

Hi Everyone!!! Your art is amazing!!! I feel so sorry for your unfortunate event back in Colombia...I am Guatemalan, and have great good Colombians friends, but as they say, unfortunately like in all Latinoamericana, You just can't be so naive. The word thing, is that no one advice you on the matter. Great respect for your art!!! R.S.M. Guatemala C.A.

[@seaneagan7306]

Bro! I've lived in New Hampshire for the majority of my life! I just found your channel and this is dope! Keep up the work man! You're killing it.

[@michaeljmccurdy9449]

Kiptoe! Have you tried coating some of your murals with Master Clear Supreme clear coat? Disney World uses it here in Florida to keep their whole park looking new. I use it on my art, faux, and gel-stained front entry doors. Some said you can also use latex enamel deep base without tint or shade....I haven't tried that yet.

[@dbc.ash.]

DBC.. Daily Blessings Coming! Amazing Story and Awesome art work! Kiptoe!

[@yenya76]

Thank you for sharing Kiptoe! Definitely inspiring!

[@GodIsGoodXavier]

Talented artist. Keep up the amazing work. the world needs it

[@smaflenna]

Omg my high school on an American base in the UK was also the lancers and same colors! Red and blue!

[@karbonatedfebreze4967]

I live in Providence I've actually seen both and wondered who drew them I live near both of the schools you drew on. Your are cool

[@lmm6665]

I am just starting to draw and paint, Thanks to your video, I would definitely like to try mural painting at least once.

[@SamSam54M]

Thanks dude, you really motivated me to start something, big inspiration, your charisma, your art, good work, and keep doing it.

[@adepurba1827]

amazing.. i just saw all of your video and they are all absolutely stunning

[@dangillalmosa9951]

Thanks for inspiring me. You the man KIPTOE.

[@Edisonsilvabrito]

Eu adoro seu trabalho ! Nunca pare ! você poderia vir para o Brasil e mostrar seu grandioso trabalho !! abraços!!!!!! :)

[@allanweber9031]

Amazing art! That's the kind of art that i truly like on the street walls! Keep Up the Good Work!

[@alvin0805881]

Very inspiring story that many wouldn't dare to dream of...

[@benhartart9487]

Brahh! nice paintings man, I had the same epiphany a while ago when I JUST HAD to have some paper to draw on, killing the art on paper ever since, and a few years back I was like MAN I NEED TO START PAINTING DIGITAL ART so I grabbed an ipad pro that is now like an extension of my being, I AM also getting uber inspired by mural art after seeing you and @tenhundred doing mural art, keep it up yo

[@fnava2642]

Totally inspiring brother, makes me wanna get back out there! Thank you for that push!

[@andraw3201]

This was so inspirational man, as an artist this gives me more fire to do more!

[@fictionalrealityartsllc6112]

You're a big inspiration! I started doing murals recently mainly indoors but I'm working on some outside pieces soon . Do have a video on what supplies I'm might need ?

[@dinishiwidanage8431]

NO wonder how you got inspired..!! your hometown looks awesome ..!!

[@chiroxxxrt]

your artwork is happy to see that you came to visit

[@elnino4398]

Holy shit. I remember seeing one of those jack-o’-lantern’s in Boston. Crazy that this vid ended up in my recommended.

[@TheDirtymikenation]

Kiptoe your the man, Keep grinding your talent is untouched

[@Trioptio]

heeey you stayed at the ELA on Lima! that's cool. A friend of mine used to live there!

[@ironicbird]

Bro this was incredible to watch. Love it man.

[@MarisolHernandez-mh8jr]

we need your art to bring this place to life

[@OFFTOROADVLOG]

what a journet Master Kiptoe.... you inspired me always, i dont know this is the 5th video I saw today.

[@benedictdestrajo3542]

At your young age you have great art style .. salute to you bro. I hope i can make more murals too in my own concept . I admire you most . Thanks for inspiring us

[@VanillaGorilla7]

Been watching your videos for while now funny your from N.H. i live in Boston been writing for many years nice to see a local make it big.. On another note you like the guy from the progressive auto insurance commercials with flow.

[@MK-gy9sq]

super great story. true dedication that inspired me! thank you!

[@Just_Jesus_ef]

Cool story. nice edit. nice murals. Thanks for sharing

[@girlsdancers4]

Your work is absolutely stunning! This video is so inspirational. I wanna now start better my skills to the point where I have enough confidence to starting drawing them on a bigger scale

[@me-cq7wv]

Like the fact you followed your passion and made a career out of it. Nothing better than doing what you love and getting paid for it. Also like your art as in art and not graffiti. You have great talent. Keep at it

[@ShawNshawN]

Crazy trip. Very cool murals and styles man. Congrats!

[@ammason794]

Your artwork is dope brother. Keep the videos coming !

[@dmorenod29]

Great story! How you left your hometown and go to L.A and doing your real passion; I left my homeland 🇻🇪 and I live here 🇨🇦

[@chubbyjaydraws]

Definitely inspiring me to do some sidewalk drawings this year.

[@zaywilliams1638]

thanks Kiptoe this video means so much to me. Thankyou!!!

[@gamerjougan933]

You got talent man watching your videos is inspiring me to draw.

[@azoozzh6043]

you are the best KZbinr i have seen i wish you can draw in KSA don't stop keep going you are the best. from my Hart wish you good life .

[@Theartistblock]

First videos of yours I see and I love love love it. You're a dope ass dude

[@aidand.7911]

If I don't necessarily want to do this as a job and I'm not a pro artist, what are the steps I would have to take to paint a mural in my community? Like for me myself to paint one? It's something big on my bucket list to do and I'm not sure how to get it done.

[@magnoliasudduth1851]

You are such a wonderful and amazing person! You inspire me to do great things and I thank you for that

[@tyreebarnes1333]

Bro this is absolutely inspiring. Thank you so much for sharing this with us!

[@rockjsgd]

man, last night I ran into one of your tags in Bogotá, by Rio Arzobispo, and I thought of this video very inspiring

[@gabrielivan6679]

awesome! thank you for sharing Kip, great post; definitely one of my top favorite. ..Educational and Inspirational. You rock!

[@BiltsOne]

You're an inspiration brotha! Thank you!

[@inkstickart]

Your getting me so motivated for my mural in a few months