More artists should keep tangible examples of their work over the years.
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
Indeed! I didn't thin much of it in the beginning but when I realized the most of my work will be saved mostly by photos, I cherish these a bit more. Even thought they're not my crown works, it's still something that it's going to be here no matter what.
@Tairafan5 жыл бұрын
What you are doing is good. The result of what you are doing is good. You are good at what you are doing. You are good.
@MsTom25115 жыл бұрын
I never clicked so fast on a video.. So obsessed with your work and your channel !
@Tairafan5 жыл бұрын
I subscribed for the cover crafting, but I got excited to see written pages in the thumbnail. The book covers are incredible to look at, but the most important thing will always be the words and their potential.
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
I really appreciated it! It means a lot and I'll do my best not to disappoint.
@em1tuning797 Жыл бұрын
Stopan, thank you for showing the history of all the books that have created. Your earlier work might not have been perfect but they are truly masterpieces. Each one has a story and has propelled you to mastery. Keep up the great work and content.
@246138364 жыл бұрын
A very talented modest man, it's a pleasure to watch someone of such a high caliber of craftsmanship, thank you very much sir
@Stopan4 жыл бұрын
Thank you kindly!
@whitevsdarkasmr3 жыл бұрын
majestic journals. they speak of so much magic
@JaredaSohn5 жыл бұрын
Once again your work speaks for itself! Keep up the wonderful work, and your mastery of the English language is astounding, for one who does not speak it natively.
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Jared! I hope I'll manage to polish it a bit more with the next videos, as I still find it a bit odd speaking and have moments of confusion.
@tinaharris40823 жыл бұрын
A man who expresses himself with poetry I love it not many of them gentlemen nowadays.
@robinhere42303 жыл бұрын
You are such a beautiful video artist and teacher. The bookbinding takes you over the top!! Thank you.
@sierradolch5 жыл бұрын
Your'e so humble! And a too critical of your work, but I know that's because you are a perfectionist! ;) I have learned SO MUCH from your channel!! I really hope you'll keep posting videos for a long time! I feel like I have the confidence to try to make my own journal from watching your videos and doing my own research. I would have never thought of doing this a year ago, until I discovered people like you! It's such a beautiful craft, and I'm really excited to try it one day soon! God Bless, from Texas, USA!!
@Tairafan5 жыл бұрын
I've seen a lot of book binders on KZbin. Most of them do things to books that upset me for the sake of the books. They use saws. They make fake bangs for "astedic purposes". some of them glorify digital media as beter a better alternative to books and put holes next to the spine. This guy does it better than I could ask. He even attaches the bands to the board. The only things I don't like is how he put solids metal on some of them which makes it have to be stored away from the other books to make sure it doesn't strap other books, and his officiant method of constructing the end bands. They would be more useful if he threaded them through each signature. They're supposed to protect the spine from getting slowly ripped off while being pulled off the shelf. I hope I can be as good at this as he is someday.
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
A pleasure to hear! I'm sure you'll create something that you'll cherish! I really appreciate you reaching out!
@BrianaSanchez2 жыл бұрын
Wow, i'm blown away!! I just ordered some beginner materials to make my first leather journal, and stumbled upon your channel. Thank you so much for sharing this, it's like gold hearing the backstory behind your beautiful work and I appreciate the value you find in such a unique skill! God bless you! =)
@marsbeads4 жыл бұрын
You have the most pleasant voice and your work is beautiful. It's a pleasure watching your videos. Thank you for sharing you talent.
@Qinn_Skies3 жыл бұрын
Amaziggggg.... I'm happy to see from day 1 to today who you are 🥰
@cauldronofcreations61383 жыл бұрын
I don't know why I'm just now seeing this, but I thought to comment anyway. Your channel has been one of the most inspiring that I follow, and as someone who struggles with depression, the energy you put into this beautiful art is very much a highlight of my day. I am a bit of an amateur with bookbinding, and I have a hand deformity, so it's a bit of a struggle, but I always come back to your videos for inspiration and a good smile, thank you so much for this amazing content, and for showing your journey of creating!!
@Stopan3 жыл бұрын
That's truly wonderful to hear! Thank you for writing! I'm sorry you might be finding difficulties with some of the more peculiar techniques but I wish that you'll be able to find your strengths in this craft nonetheless and make your own unique type of book that brings you and others joy. Wishing you favorable winds in your struggle with the traps of the mind as well.Thank you again!
@namayamesker12415 жыл бұрын
With much excitement I stumbled upon your video - to create my own books for my writings and drawings.. But my excitement shifted a little bit. I have never recieved yet a reflection like this before.. such passion and feelings.. towards creating and mastering something. Iam so greatful and honored to meet you. Thank you for being here and being so gifted.
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
Hello, Namaya and thank you for the kind words of appreciation! It's a pleasure to meet you too! Best of luck with your future book projects.
@SVENofKY4 жыл бұрын
Wonderful!! You are so interesting to listen to. Very calming voice and pace of speaking. I have been doing leather work for almost 3 years now and I can appreciate how one progresses from one project to the next. Book binding seems rather daunting to me right now, but very fascinating.
@Stopan4 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Sven! For the kind words throughout the videos and the support! Have a great week!
@konstantinoskarasavidis60365 жыл бұрын
Thank you for telling us your story. Your work is allready amazing. I dont know what to expect when you have done 500 or even 1000 books. Maybe you could make a video about books that you consider masterpieces of the craft. Keep going your inspirational work
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
Thank you as well for the kind words! I dream of the future as well, I want to see a book made by me in 20 years but it's hard to imagine, haha. If you'd really be interested in that, I actually made a presentation about my influences and inspirations during my first exhibition. So I still keep the photo material and it would be easy to make a video about the topic. I'll keep it in mind and try to prepare it!
@konstantinoskarasavidis60365 жыл бұрын
I think it would be really interesting to see your influences. And maybe your future plans. Do you want to experiment with marbling paper or with different layers/colors of leather?
@Knorrette3 жыл бұрын
I have a deep respect for artists like you: honest, humble, real and extremely talented. Your videos are a real pleasure to watch.
@Stopan3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Cleopatra! Very kind words!
@jinhitent92474 жыл бұрын
You deserved more views, Sir. This is amazing! And tht cookie cutter is cute
@coloradoblueskiesboutique77205 жыл бұрын
Loved the review of your journals. It will be good for everyone to see the time invested in creating a “real” leather bound journal. We are forever growing in our craft and I thank you for showing some of your imperfections. It is not an easy craft to master and takes hours and discipline.
@kthxbi4 жыл бұрын
i made my first 'book' when I was about 15. it was a whopping 2 signatures thick, but I was so proud. its been 10 years since then, and i've still not got to a point where i feel confident selling my books, and my skills are not where i'd like them to be (mostly because i'm really broke so i've only just been able to buy certain tools this past year), but your videos give me confidence that one day I can get there
@Stopan4 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear that glimmers of hope are returning, Kat! Best of luck with your future projects and you probably know that there's no reason to rush things. Little by little, new ideas are born and with them new opportunities to develop. Have a great weekend!
@rosagapi3 жыл бұрын
Lovely! Absolutely Amazing
@gabrielparrino12803 жыл бұрын
It is so satisfying to see your progression, it makes me feel I will be able to produce some decent work in the future.
@Stopan3 жыл бұрын
It is a guarantee! Best of luck with your projects!
@maxinealexandra72115 жыл бұрын
I'm deeply inspired by you. You truly speak from the heart. Immense gratitude for these storytelling videos.
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
You are too kind! Thank you, I do my best to just act as I usually do, even though it's still a bit odd doing it on camera.
@2412Olivier4 жыл бұрын
It is fascinating to watch a master bookbinder at the beginning of his career. Love this video.
@hrain62233 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your growth & expansion with physical examples of your journey to mastery. Your work is exquisite! I am trying to learn a new art discipline & this video has reminded me to be patient with myself & to just keep practicing.... I can only get better & better. ✌️💛✨☺️
@Stopan3 жыл бұрын
That really is the most difficult thing to come to terms with, isn't it? That perseverance is the recipe to whatever your goal is.
@fakiirification3 жыл бұрын
you need to sign and number those early works, with a short blurb about its place in your creative journey. it might make your descendants rich some day.
@cmedicinehorse4 жыл бұрын
Your early work shows character and Is an Inspiration for someone new to this art. I’m an old man now,but you have given me new things to look forward to learning...Colin
@Thiscouldbeyou4 жыл бұрын
Great video, thank you for sharing
@Stopan4 жыл бұрын
My pleasure
@mariannastraccialini18744 жыл бұрын
You are very harsh on yourself and with your work. Nobody makes anything flawless, it will never be perfect because we're constantly changing and improving. We can only be the best that we can be in that time. Seeing your old works made realise how much I give up on doing something because I project myself in the work of someone that does this for soo many years (not bookbinding in my case, but you helped me realise this anyway), trying to be THAT good, but I'm a feel steps behind, and that's ok, it's my journey. Your's is amazing, keep doing this, keep getting better, but don't be too harsh.
@helenbuddle25022 жыл бұрын
So interesting on so many different levels. Thank you!
@goblinsandflagons4 жыл бұрын
You called your earlier books monstrosities, I see works of art. Well done sir.
@Bildgesmythe5 жыл бұрын
Wonderful to watch the progression of your work.
@buttercupcoding27854 жыл бұрын
This is great to watch and see how your work has improved over time. I'm just getting started and I enjoy watching your videos and how you put your journals together.
@Stopan4 жыл бұрын
Glad to hear! Best of luck with your projects!
@arisadarkone3 жыл бұрын
It's so cool to see your progression over the years, you do absolutely beautiful work. Even your first ones are stunning. You're a great inspiration...
@fludrbywest38864 жыл бұрын
I really like this one you have crafted🤩😍❣️
@amutobuono4 жыл бұрын
The growth is amazing! hope to archive something like this one day. Thanks for sharing
@carabidus5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for producing this fascinating record of your journey! By the way, I laughed myself off my chair when you said that you once threw a book across the room in frustration. I had done that myself a few days ago after I ruined an endpaper paste-down. You're not alone, brother! A suggestion for future content: almost no one on KZbin is a certified master bookbinder, and fewer still, are master-level tutorials. I think many of us would be keenly interested to see you produce such a series.
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for reaching out! I really appreciate you sharing these thoughts! I'm really cautious when it comes to tutorials. You see, I'm still not the pillar of knowledge I want to be and I've proven to myself one too many times that I do many things improperly. I've seen people emulate my mistakes from the earlier videos I've posted and basically learning things the wrong way. It pains me to see that because I feel like a fraud. I know people will be interested but I'm still not convinced it's time. I'll probably start out by talking and showing some specific techniques or recipes but it is my belief that the proper way to teach would be face to face in an apprenticeship type experience. I'm currently doing my best to reformat and make available all of the great handbooks that I've learned from and sleep well knowing that they're written by the experts in the field. You can see the first ones here: www.etsy.com/shop/HouseOfStopan?section_id=26682323 They are some bookbinders on KZbin that share very good techniques and knowledge, albeit some of their videos not being in the upmost quality. For now, I think it will be most truthful for me to serve mostly as an inspiration, throwing in a bit of advice here and there, rather to be considered a teacher. I hope some of this made some sense. Again, thank you for watching and staying in touch!
@eveninrose5 жыл бұрын
Fabulous video, thanks so much for sharing! :) I love when artists showcase their growth, and your work is stunning!
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
Glad you found it interesting!
@suziegem4 жыл бұрын
Loved your first journal. Such discipline you apply to your craft.
@OMEGATEAM4735 жыл бұрын
Wow. Thank you for sharing. That was really informative and fun. I like these new videos.
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
It's a relief to hear! I've been doing making of videos for years and to be honest, they lost a bit of their magic for me. These new formats allow me to stay in touch with you guys a bit more often.
@pipr50705 жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. I loved seeing the evolution of your craft. Would you be able to take a photo of the inside of the cover, of your very first journal. I’d love to see how you attached the cover onto the pages.
@adai03214 жыл бұрын
the mustache makes me giggle a bit, but if it's gone i will cry
@kyststudio-epicartadventure3 жыл бұрын
Great journey!
@blondelebanese99225 жыл бұрын
I have a lot of mistakes that I’ve made in watercolor painting and I keep them because I learned a lot from those mistakes. This was an incredible video. I loved seeing your first journal and your last. But I can’t imagine throwing a painting done on watercolor cotton paper against the wall so I try to keep my anger under control, no matter how frustrated I get with mistakes. Love all your videos, my friend. 💕 Annie in TN usa
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kinds remarks! I get the feeling that these situations are more than common with anyone who keeps him or herself busy with creative work. The throwing situation was a one time thing :D Too many high expectations never lead to anything good. I agree that being calm in all stages of work is of upmost importance.
@blondelebanese99225 жыл бұрын
Stopan Tjanks for the reply. I am honored. I hope you didn’t think I was disapproving of your actions. I have a strange sense of humor and so I made a hopefully playful comment. Sometimes our expectations exceed our skill level at a point in time. If I could throw a painting against a wall without damaging it, I would have done so, I’m sure. Lol 💕 Annie
@gryla52905 жыл бұрын
I enjoyed this a lot. You could make a video like this after every collection. I know you already share your thoughts and inspirations through description but you can elaborate more with this. It's also because it's nice to hear you talk
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@ginabadeaux93194 жыл бұрын
i am an artist ive painted for 25 years i recently have a passion for art journal you are a total master and so young how did you learn these awsome skills.im so glad i found you are from bulgaria ,juat amazing i love this i subscribed and shared thank you for sharing your talents i love all your books mine are very bad but i love them to paint in
@Stopan4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much, Gina! It's wonderful you have that passion. I have done maybe only two or three journals for painting, I mostly use and make them for writing. Best of luck with your next projects!
@ginabadeaux93194 жыл бұрын
@@Stopan thank you so much i love your work
@TheYarnaholic4 жыл бұрын
Wow! Thank you for this tour 🌸
@edwardgurney16945 жыл бұрын
Fantastic work! I actually really like those leather coptic notebooks, they look satisfying to handle.
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
They do they're job very well and are comfortable indeed. They were always too plain for me to continue making them. Some people do exceptional coptic stitch bindings with all sorts of complexities but I never got around try out such things.
@toddsheffield42714 жыл бұрын
i love your work and your compassion for the craft. i think this is something i would like to try to do. Thank you for you videos and you tutorials. you show much more detail than most..
@lorddanix5 жыл бұрын
Something similar happened to me. Your work inspires me a lot
@jenniferlegrow5045 жыл бұрын
Beautiful work!
@FutureWarCultist4 жыл бұрын
Love your work and passion! Hope you are doin well! Hope to see that journal you didn’t like on the shop, it’s my favorite of the collection
@lughontheloo7144 жыл бұрын
You have an Abraxas tattoo and a gold printed one on a journal dated 13.08.2017. 👍
@user-yn4mr2ip1t4 жыл бұрын
Your work so antique. I love it 🥰. I like the last one🥰 So unique. I’m sorry I screen shot ur book and I used it to my profile picture. I’m sorry 😐. But I really love it. I have many collection of hard notebook 📓. I loved hard books , but when I saw your video.Wow! Amazing! So unique. I love it 🥰
@lgdsantos5 жыл бұрын
awesome job!!!. Props brow!
@marendur3 жыл бұрын
25:20 You mean August, did'nt you? Anyway, amazing work. One can clearly see your improvement along the years. Even your early works already are fine. I would buy any of them if I could afford. I also like that you write, draw, keep your personal records and make poetry on them, wich makes you a true artist, and these journals rare pieces for the future. Thanks for showing them. Excuse my english, I'm brazilian.
@Stopan3 жыл бұрын
Thank you for the kind words, Rubens! Indeed, sometimes it takes another pair of eyes to see the value in these works. For me, they are mostly helpful notebooks, as was their original idea.
@colinsmith61163 жыл бұрын
Beautiful work Stopan. You should not put down your books, they are all very commendable and artistic.
@Stopan3 жыл бұрын
Glad you like them, Colin! Unfortunately, it's very hard to have an objective view on my own work. I'd like to have a more positive view on them but I can't really find the method to do it. Maybe a few more years down the road will fix things.
@marisagoes5424 жыл бұрын
Estou encantada por todos os seus trabalhos. Parabéns!
@tracey-leeappel70524 жыл бұрын
Each and every one the journals are a lesson in time to progession
@vanessahonorato61385 жыл бұрын
Excelente trabalho. Perfect 😍👏👏👏👏
@evgeniynesnov11554 жыл бұрын
Классная подборка
@TheLupulalb5 жыл бұрын
Min 25.23 month August not October :) do not disapprove your first attempts, they make us advance and bring us experience, greetings for your work
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
I watched this video so many times and only after I uploaded it I saw that I said October, haha. Thank you for the kind remarks!
@scr50515 жыл бұрын
Greetings froom colombia south america. Good work Pretty.
@246138364 жыл бұрын
You sound as if you've lived in the United Kingdom for years, you have a really cool accent, being from Northern Ireland, I only wish mine was as cool
@Stopan4 жыл бұрын
Thank you! I visited the UK twice and got some hints on pronunciation but I'm quite far from proper speaking in my opinion
@whitedark35413 жыл бұрын
Is Everything Okay!
@rod29735 жыл бұрын
💘
@theray3run5 жыл бұрын
What kind of paint do you use for the ends of the book? Is it watercolor? Thank you!
@theray3run5 жыл бұрын
Can you say about shop where you buy tools for leather?
@Stopan5 жыл бұрын
Hello! In this article I've written up some of the suppliers I most frequently use: www.iostopan.com/considering-bookbinding-a-short-first-step-guide/
@thevdevitor4 жыл бұрын
Theres a lesson here. Don't throw books in the wall :V