My Cup Runneth Over Part 1 of 2

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Big projects command an investment; of time, mental capital, physical effort and most of all, emotional currency. But with these monumental tasks comes the potential for great reward. This untitled painting by an unknown artist of Bacchus will require just a bit of everything we do in the studio, and while perhaps not the most complicated project we've encountered, it will demand, and demand, and demand once again. The question is will it be worth it?
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[@rlace356]

Please don't shorten your viseos! I know it is what youtube is pushing now but it is not nearly as relaxing as watching you slowly and patiently bring a work back to life.❤

[@adalineknaphus5930]

I agree. I miss that

[@BeerontheBrain327]

As an Aprils Fools Episode, I would love to see you restore an old puzzle. Carefully recreate missing pieces from cardboard. Maybe touch up water damaged sections

[@mcnorcan]

That would be hysterical. You could make fish glue by dropping a dead fish into some boiling water. 😂

[@frank-t6857]

Or making rabbit skin glue 😄

[@rubye4022]

Or reverse the footage and try to ad-lib the way he gets a painting "dirty"

[@Soldier4USA2005]

@@rubye4022 I like that idea. A "reversing of the process" so we can all go insane with how he "damages" a painting. 🤣🤣🤣

[@sontisontheim3138]

i do recreate missing pieces of puzzles in our family forum...

[@shanettequao9043]

That “When I say Washi, You Say Kozo” shirt really brings me joy, I’m so happy you put my funny comment in a shirt, deffo gonna buy one ☺️☺️

[@rockstarmommie13]

I’m glad I’m not the only one who gets excited for the facings!🤩

[@serenity6415]

I'd like one that says " Staples are inferior". Every time he says staples now, I have to say it.. like throwing salt over your shoulder when someone does whatever, I forget. I just must say it.

[@GottaDance56]

I gave that shirt to my nephew for his birthday last year and someone approached him in CVS and asked if it was a Baumgartner item!

[@serenity6415]

@GottaDance56 lol I love it. I love when this stuff happens out in the wild. I'm still waiting eagerly for the day that I'm out and about and say something innuendo-ish and someone does a Brooklyn Nine-Nine and calls out, "title o' your ... " um lol

[@FreudsHIPS]

Unless it's kozo washi....

[@thebatmary5954]

I wonder if my life would be held together better if I apply enough fish gelatin and washi kozo to it.

[@amazinggrace5692]

Hilarious and yet true!

[@maryvallas772]

Julian: pulls out entire sheets of washi kozo Us: 😍👏👏👏👏👏👏😍

[@CheeezyGordita]

while your voice soothes me to sleep within minutes, I always find myself rewatching your videos the next morning because I genuinely want to watch the content

[@Angela-zm5ox]

I'm such a Baumgartner Restoration geek. An ignorant geek but a geek none the less. I'm 12 minutes in and having reactions like, "why is he not saying washi kozo???" Is this a different paper??? and "What! no impregnation to secure the old paint back to the canvas???" I know nothing but what I've learned from watching you. Just a geek to your channel. I get all excited when you post a new video and just to be honest, sometimes I go back to watch an old one again just to get my fix!!!! Thanks for being amazing!

[@CL-kn1rq]

Ahhhh a babygartner,cute...❤😂 Wait until he says isolated layer, similar canvas strips and then proceeds to fix a hole one thread at a time. I can think of more horrendous things he says sometimes but I will spare the new baby these details

[@annekabrimhall1059]

We all learn so much from Julian!

[@ivoryowl]

He mentioned the "japanese mulberry paper" in the video, which is the english translation of washi kozo.

[@ghaziaabbas]

Hahahaha. As someone mentioned, mulberry paper is washi kuzo but I definitely gasped with I realized that he wasn't going to impregnate a layer of adhesive with all of that flakey pant. Lolol, we're like little restoration babies getting offended by the restoration God 😅

[@CL-kn1rq]

@@ghaziaabbas 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@cjbralph]

"The easy paintings are fun because they are easy. The challenging ones are fun because they teach you something about yourself, and they let you demonstrate to yourself that you are good at what you do." Such wise words that I feel applies to so many contexts.

[@eXclurel]

I never thought I would be happy about seeing paper facing applied to a painting again but here we are.

[@NoldorianElf]

I just want to thank you. In bed with the flu since last week, these videos cheer me up and my focus turns to „hot table“ , „scraping“ and „Belgian Linen“. It all comes down to: „Patience, it will all better soon.“😊

[@darilynkrupp6309]

Julian, before watching your channel, I would not have believed that I would regularly choose to spend time watching videos in which many tedious and repetitive tasks are required and demonstrated to restore a damaged painting, turning it back into a work of art. I would not have believed I would enjoy and learn so much, no matter how talented the craftsman was. I would have been wrong. In addition, because of your high standards and work ethic I have developed an appreciation for honoring and preserving the voice of any artist through respectfully and appropriately handling their work. Thank you.

[@hollieknox3175]

I don't think anyone who does really detailed work ever really knows what they are getting into with each new project. I do specialty alterations and customizations of bridal and formal dresses for more than 25 years and I think you're one of the only people I could understands what I go through and what's at stake when you undertake these projects. I spent 60+ hours on the last wedding dress and 10 were picking clear thread stiches out of tule fabric which with one slip of the seam ripper I would put a hole in it that would require restitching to repair and hide. So, I need to say a huge "THANK YOU!!!" for being a voice of tenacity in my head because the whole time I was in that process and then in the equally challenging restitching appliques and hundreds of beads and sequins, I kept thinking, at least I'm not scraping glue off with a scalpel....HAHA! Also, thank you for cleaning with beautiful music, it's great therapy for me.♥

[@Nepeta-Leijon]

this is an AWESOME perspective to get. thank you for sharing :D if you ever start a youtube channel about your work, come back to this comments section and let me know!

[@fewbobable]

6:37 allows it to penetrate through the wa..... Japanese paper. 😂 Force of hobbit saying washi? I really enjoy these videos. Can't wait for the next part!

[@rosameltrozo5889]

Noticed that too, what's the matter?

[@whitneylilly2153]

Was there a reason he didn’t say it until he removed it?

[@meeseification]

I think there was a bruhaha about whether it is washi kozo or kozo washi. 🙄 So he hasn't been using the Japanese name for the paper.

[@Fluffymonkeyem]

​@meeseification I haven't noticed that myself but I figured that's what was up because he switched to kozo washi for a bit and has avoided saying it too. I hope he just keep saying Washi kozo, it's fine.

[@jennolivero9028]

My daughter and I have been watching your videos for years. Thank you for sharing your gift, your knowledge, your passion!

[@sobertillnoon]

Oh, man, I've been missing the kozo! Glad to see it back.

[@unavoidablycanadian397]

I never get tired of listening to your process. The narration has gotten better over the years. Thank you for your amazing work and character.

[@dlb1911967]

Relaxing, winding down, doesn't get much better than this! Destressing with Julian! Love the piano pieces you're using, too. Really classy! Thank you!

[@rickharvey4727]

Me listening to Julian explain all the issues at the beginning of the video: “Oooohh baby, this is going to be a good one!”

[@ofmagicandmight]

i gasped out loud seeing that HUGE damage to the arm, so excited to see you "put it all back together"!

[@JimFaindel]

Imagine what it would be like to see him deal with a client on a strict deadline. "I know you want to do this one right, but we've got 3 days before its gotta be moved off-country. What will you be willing to accomplish in that time? Where will you compromise?" That notion both excites and terrifies me.

[@Nepeta-Leijon]

id be surprised if he took a job like that to be honest, but it definitely *would* be interesting!

[@auroraasleep]

I'm always amazed at how different these paintings look once they are cleaned. Her chin/lips/nose suddenly existed. It's truly fascinating.

[@slab3662]

Cannot wait to see part2. Loved when you cleaned the face and the rosy cheeks shown and eyelashes came through!

[@ccoeurjoli]

… et aussi tout l’énorme travail de futures retouches à faire 🤭 !

[@kathyjohnson2043]

Fridge cam & vintage car, what a way to begin!

[@rachelmartinez9025]

Although i don’t paint anymore, watching your restoration videos brings me back to when i did. Maybe someday i’ll go back and try restoration

[@gwenscoggins1]

There are other fine art restorations than there is you . I've been watching you and been a subscriber from almost the beginning. I never get bored with whatever you're doing . You're the best the King of Restoration on KZbin anyway . You have taught me and about a million other people the process of restoration in a way that catches and keeps our attention . I love all your videos but my favorite is still the one where you took off the painting that was on paper and glued onto wood . Socrates ? The soldier with the sword behind him . That one .

[@ene_ai]

The amount of detail in just the undertones of the skin revealed by the cleaning is just insane and beautiful.

[@cdronk]

Yours is easily on of my top 5 favorite channels on KZbin. There is something so reassuring and rewarding watching you work to bring these paintings back to life.

[@reginapopihn9853]

all that runnething😁 at least half of my joy when watching your videos comes from your beautiful use of language

[@josephinemonahan915]

“My cup runneth over”...Psalms:23:5....meaning, I have more than enough for my needs🤩

[@cs3742]

Baumgartner inventing words, too funny!

[@fred6059]

Your voice could calm anyone. It is so relaxing. Bless you and your paintings.

[@christianavance9124]

I just bought a new screen protector for my phone yesterday and told the employee putting it on how satisfying it is to watch all the air bubbles disappear and the skill they use to ensure it happens. Its even more satisfying watching it on these paintings.

[@sheilaw.7210]

What a great surprise for a Monday, really. grubby painting and mulberry paper, my favourite bit. Looking forward to part two. Thank you for the videos, best wishes from England.

[@yessanknow302]

You're not in England.

[@entirelybonkers8832]

​@@yessanknow302are you really telling a stranger on the internet where they live 😭

[@yessanknow302]

@@entirelybonkers8832 Of course not. I only tell them where they don't live!

[@iowasurvivor6616]

You should do an episode that includes how long each step takes. I was blown away by the fish gelatin taking a day or a day and a half to dry. I've always wondered how long some of the extensive work you do takes.

[@levifzephyr]

Long time we hadn't a *big* and *heavily damaged* painting... The pain you will suffer for retouching will be as big a the pleasure we will all have to see this painting reveling it's beauty once more.

[@caroltanzi29]

Julian: this has me on my toes. It looks like more work needs to be done, but it also looks like it’s going to be a beauty when finished. Can’t wait. Carol from California

[@LNSY144]

So much Baumgartner lately! Just what I need in my life!

[@tgh965]

Every step is so satisfying to watch. I am always amazed by the impact just removing old varnish makes. It is truly a treat to watch you work. Thank you for all the extra time and effort you put in to make that happen.

[@GrandmaLoves2Scuba]

This poor painting has been through the mill! Just patiently waiting for the tender touch of a master and then along comes Julian 😊

[@CHAOTICREATIONS]

A little information about me. I am a painter although I am not professional. I paint for the joy and nothing more. I do not sell my work nor have I ever But I have also visited Paris and I have visited Italy and I am a fond lover of true artwork ability and creativity. I just happen to catch on one of this gentleman's videos and began watching and I have not stopped since. He and I share a mind that I didn't realize was anywhere else on the planet. His detail to cleaning and preparation and the emotion of the painting makes me want to work for him. I wish that I could be there in this shop to assist him with this beautiful work. I am impressed by him his knowledge his passion his ability and his sheer excellence. I am overwhelmed with everything he has done and is doing and I don't know of anyone else like him on the planet. It would be a joy one day to meet someone of this caliber. I look at his work and I wonder how much of a thrill it would be to work there and see something go from a state of devastation to a state of heavenly beauty

[@mikepetersen2927]

You put so much into these pieces, you definitely become part of the provenance of these works. I'm sure you fully document your work for your files -- hi-res photos/scans at various stages of the restoration (original, cleaned but unretouched, final), notes about the chemistry & solvents, stretcher details, etc., and I assume most/all of this information is communicated back to the owner for future custodians of the piece. We've seen you biting your tongue about prior conservers on a lot of projects; it's a great responsibility (and source of pride) to not be part of that problem, and to imagine someone a hundred years from now saying "Oh, this went through Baumgartner's studio? I can find exactly what he did, and there won't be any shenanigans. What a relief!" BTW, it's lovely to see the Porsche again. That is by far the cleanest lift I've ever seen on KZbin. 🤣

[@stephaniefairey8633]

The damage to the paint made it look like an old statue - it had it's own beauty. I think this is the only one I've seen that I would like un retouched. It's lovely.

[@macdieter23558]

Was shocked what I have learned from you through your videos! When I saw the cracked surface, I thought to myself :" Time for Washi Kozo and fish gelatine!!" And then you took out fish gelatine and Washi! Then I thought :"He should place it on the hot table and roll it over firmly to let the flaking parts rebond to the canvas!" And he does! Ain´t I a good learner?

[@PhilipvandenHout]

Excellent amount of Porsche cameo in this video. Thank you! I've been waiting for it to return, haha! Always love those bullet mirrors, and A+ for the roof rack!

[@TheWallyTirado]

I hope your clients appreciate your videos. Sure you make money off the vids, but its an accurate, detailed account of the restoration. Future conservators will literally be able to watch how the painting was restored and tackle future problems this painting my have and/or if new techniques are created. I love your videos!

[@Yvonne_Reeder]

Once again, I find myself holding my breath - you've so much work ahead of you on this one. I said a prayer for you and all the conservators who find themselves entrusted with the care of such beautiful work like these. Thank you, Mr. Baumgartner. ❤

[@pestalinc]

i sometimes wonder on some of these big projects if you are spending more time on restoration than the original artist spend composing the work. But your results are amazing. The final transition reveals between start and finish can be jaw dropping.

[@tinlizzie]

As you were cleaning, I was gasping as how much damage was showing up. Knowing you, Julian, I am really looking forward to seeing it completed.

[@AnneRiddleS116]

Wow! It really does have a lot of missing paint! Can only imagine how good it is going to look when it is all retouched.

[@SuperCidermonkey]

There is something extra special about this piece and I so pleased it ended up in your studio for restoration, it will clearly be done 'right'. Thank you for sharing your videos too.

[@audiomxr]

A master in your own right, this is in the proper hands for restoration. Can't wait to see what it took to restore it to its original condition!

[@emmatonoose]

Vacuuming can be very satisfying! My favorite house chore!

[@DirkRevisited]

❤‍🔥 Bacchus! Puer Aeternus! Your work in general, Julian is like a tribute to the arts. Thank you for sharing.

[@gracewilliams2617]

Hi Julian! Love this video like all the others. If possible, I would love a closeup of the stickers you add to the back of the canvases that explain what you did to the painting. Thank you!

[@shanettequao9043]

I see why this video is split into 2,it looks like the whole painting needs some retouching! I’m curious if the client wants it looking brand new or slightly weathered. Either way, I’m excited for what it will look like!😅

[@yvonnemccarthy4957]

And hearing Satie while watching you clean this - perfection! Your videos are one of the highlights of my week. Thank you!

[@backgroundandeatingthatmea8055]

My favourite videos are the more parters! I love the detailed explainations and overall relaxed, slow(ish) vibes

[@jilldavies7094]

I will never tire of watching faces come clean. Can't wait for Part II!

[@pennyharding4140]

Eagerly anticipating Part 2!

[@mathyouforgot]

I would love to see a video on your cleaning processes and prep work to have all your tools of the trade ready for the next day, like all the work behind the scenes you have to do we never get to see and appreciate.

[@lvth702]

I have seen every video you have posted on this channel and am in awe of your talents and knowledge of your craft. I do have a question...how do you decide on which project to work on/film? I see many pieces in your studio so I am curious.

[@jasonsands8943]

Loved seeing the repeated heat tabled treatments...great technique!

[@timdebruijne9127]

Can't wait for part 2!!! Ohh, and the piano music is beautiful, sounds like Satie. Song name anyone?

[@srayb]

Yes, it is Satie - Gymnopédie 3

[@reachinghigher4259]

Oh my lord the damage being revealed was so crazy. I've watched most of your videos and this is the first time I was sitting back saying 'oh my god it's so bad' over and over.

[@lisahontschik8700]

Hey Julian, I have a question. As you revealed so much more damage than you anticipated, did you have to go back to the client and discuss the budget? I’m just wondering how that works. Love your work so much, thank you for sharing your talent with us!❤

[@joelshults6874]

Great video. I would like to see more of the cleaning. It's my favorite part to watch.

[@kennstransky]

Great episode Love the music choice! Her cleaning progression is like holding my breath waiting for a Red Carpet arrival.

[@tonylarussa4046]

My favorite part of your process is the cleaning, followed by the retouching!

[@kittonsmitton]

Looking forward to all the work it takes to get to a spectacular finish, showcasing your skill and talent. You could open a second channel highlighting the Porch restoration, using all the tricks of the trade like the hot table and such.

[@segamble1679]

Porsch on the hot table 😂😂😂

[@lisajahn6839]

Excellent episode! Thank you 💜! 😊😎👍

[@tml9174]

At first I was appalled at the damage- and then I realized that the missing paint is like a nick or fleabite in a sculpture, contributing to its expression of age and experience. I have confidence you will enhance the subjects in the painting when you do your touch-ups, but are so discreet that they will not be obvious. Sorry, total Baumbartner geek here, too :)

[@brunobrauer6301]

Apparently it also needs lots of work and investment to actually FIND the darn thing in the archive. 🙂

[@blueplanet6974]

oh man he brought out the vacuum for this one. hell yeah

[@ELWest1000]

Oh that poor painting! I'm excited to see the retouching. I know it's going to look so much better.

[@carlacolombon2719]

So so so so good ❤ glad I’m not the only one wondering about the use of the washi kozo name vs japanese mulberry paper.

[@Nobody-hc2bo]

I really love “not quite gymnopedia no. 1” as the background music. Made me laugh for whatever reason

[@zakaryreilly]

A whole new series and still a two parter! Oh man we are blessed

[@marthe.]

Hello! You're my favorite youtuber! In a video, could you show a case where the paintwork had been well restored previously? To show whether certain aspects of the previous work would be retained and what happens when a good restoration ages.

[@janinegaylard9233]

I see part 1 and I think, “yes! A tough one”…. Then I think “oh no, waiting another week or two” 😂😂😂

[@rafaellebre6327]

i loved more bigger videos, but this is itll perfect, hugs from a huge, huge fan from Brasil! brasil!

[@dylanbjornholtlund2791]

Hey Julian, would you be able/interested in making a compilation of painting cleanings and resin removal? It's definitely my favorite part, just seeing the colors begin to pop.

[@cathenderson7415]

Huge fan of yours, Julian! Your knowledge, never ending patience with your paintings and methodology towards your passion never ceases to amaze and this one...is no exception!! I'm sweating bullets and I'm just watching and listening!! lol - Looking forward Part 2!

[@ryanlutes9833]

Julian as a long-term resident of the internet, trust me when I tell you to _never_ tell the internet you're "thirsty to get started".

[@BaumgartnerRestoration]

Haha, well it was supposed to reference Dionysus and the title of the video, but you’re right; should’ve proofread that one!

[@mauricepowers3804]

So exciting please don't make us wait too long for part 2!!❤❤

[@lornakook4917]

Yay!! Once, a long long time ago, I was the first to comment. Those days are long gone. So good to see the washikozo back in action! 😀😀😀

[@floodo1]

That cleaning to piano music section was so pleasant

[@DipityS]

Gorgeous painting - I can hardly wait to see the second part 😊

[@SKY031]

such significant losses in key areas. the artist knew what they were doing, the detail and "softness" of the work is amazing. the client is going to be stoked when it's finished!!

[@mikeblanchard2092]

Hey! Porsche cameo! I always love seeing it in the background every so often.

[@firstlast5068]

I echo many of the comments below, but no one ever comments on the amazing shirts that you've been wearing lately!! I love the shirt at the end of this video....

[@dianecooper7502]

Love when you do some of the more challenging projects. Looking forward to part 2. ❤️

[@idanoe7642]

I so love watching these videos. It's relaxing, rewarding and I'm always amazed. Although, I'm never going to do this myself, I appreciate learning how they're done. One of the things that's not mentioned is 'What is the cleaning liquid' are we talking castille or turpentine or something else entirely? That I would like to know :-) so if it's not some top secret ingredient, Julien, please expand on this.

[@SirPrancelot1]

Fascinating. Thank you.

[@timothyshortnacy7550]

I so enjoy your videos.

[@shanettequao9043]

So glad to see another ep! The title has me hooked already

[@DEmma1972]

I can already see that this will be an epic restoration and transformation.

[@josefina_c]

I love your videos❤

[@Aiwendill]

this is so unfair! you made us waiting for this beautiful video of beautiful restoration of beautiful painting and at the end cliffhanger? grrrrrrrr... 😑

[@levfinkelshtein8725]

Oh how I missed long series about one painting!

[@saintracheljarodm.holy-kay2560]

🤔 Have a blessed week amen

[@lesleysmith5623]

Must be great for the client to have a visual record of the restoration. Looking forward to next episode.

[@cpm9747]

Argh! I hate a cliff hanger! There's so much loss too. T_T This poor painting. That is a very daunting restoration project, but I am confident the final result will be stunning and I am eagerly awaiting part 2!