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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!

[@Riddhima.s]

Which glove?

[@WheezingBobcat]

​@Riddhi_theONEandONLY Left hand. Gives her an artificial pinky to work with.

[@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.

[@gownerjones]

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

[@gownerjones]

@@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]

@@gownerjones 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.

[@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.

[@StxrryN1ght]

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 😭

[@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.

[@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.

[@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 :)

[@StarHeartsping]

I'm personally dying to see this.

[@spooniesarah]

Yesss!

[@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 😸

[@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

[@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

[@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

[@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.

[@Rikiiiiiii]

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

[@Induis]

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

[@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.

[@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?

[@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

[@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!!💕

[@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!

[@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.

[@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!

[@abigailhubbard6345]

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

[@Nerdforge]

🥺💜

[@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!

[@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

[@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!

[@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

[@kevinschimmel8842]

Her array of skills and her art is almost unbelievable.

[@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. 😍🥰

[@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!

[@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.

[@sogwatchman]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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!

[@kevinkite3418]

Martina this is unbelievably good. Girl, you're so good at every type of art project you try! Truly an inspiration! I can only imagine how cool would be to do this with a Manga collection as well (even though it probably wouldn't work as great because manga pages don't always have white edges).

[@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.

[@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.

[@BlakieTT]

This is stunning. You are magical, Martina. 😭

[@tyrellfutialo8200]

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

[@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

[@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!

[@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.

[@PharaohsKeeper7]

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

[@antonemberbroque4452]

Your use of Areal Perspective in your paintings are breathtaking.

[@bartvandewalle5215]

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

[@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

[@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!

[@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

[@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

[@LampwarezIT]

Beautiful and unique! Martina, there is also a multiple painting technique. EG, the first painting is tilted like you did in the first book, then you tilt the pages in the opposite direction to paint the second drawing in the same book.

[@nataliejarrett4215]

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

[@welkin1080]

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

[@SteffenieKup]

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

[@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!

[@carlijntetteroo9498]

Wow im obsessed, they're absolutely gorgeous! And I love that you're wearing your self-made prosthetic glove, how cool is that?? There really is no end to your inventiveness

[@AshAll3469]

You are so talented! I love each one! I’ve really liked fantasy for awhile but recently have become obsessed(resulting in me going through your videos). Currently reading the Hobbit and LOTR for the first time after loving the movies. Awesome work 👏

[@kirubab8500]

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

[@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 🤣❤

[@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...

[@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!!

[@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 ???

[@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!!!!

[@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 :)

[@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

[@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!

[@Sam-jp6nu]

That Hogwarts painting is breathtaking She is an amazing artist

[@edusszfx]

Your care for detail, and patience is amazing! All three paintings look incredible!

[@kana4632]

FINALLY SOMETHING TO PROCRASTINATE TO

[@OlichkaNesterova]

😂😂😂 yes happy Friday!

[@Asmodeus1789]

@@OlichkaNesterova is it really happy tho 😞

[@FlightFyre21]

Agreed!

[@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...)

[@rebeccahenkins1697]

You are so talented - I am jealous of your skill! But thank you for sharing your talent with us - these are gorgeous! You did a lovely job on them!!

[@Nerdforge]

Thank you so much!

[@tiakinsmanart]

As someone who uses watercolors as their main medium for 10+ years, that is amazing! Especially the Harry Potter ones, you absolutely nailed the lighting! 🤩 I can't even imagine trying to use watercolor on the edge of books, but now I want to try 😂

[@jonafoto]

OMG the results came out amazing!

[@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!

[@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!

[@sarahschick8062]

I have seen in other tutorials that they sand the edge down first before they paint it. That might help with some of the things that you talked about in the beginning that made the process harder. Even though you talked about your apprehension and the difficulty you expressed in the beginning, It turned out amazing!!! 🤩

[@S3l33ngrab]

The one downside with having the books in their set boxes with the pages facing you is that taking them out is bit more difficult. Maybe adding a strip of cloth to each box for each book, so that it's easier to pull out by pulling on the cloth would make sense? Or you can upgrade the box itself as well, to make the painting blend even more.. :)

[@MichaelJohnsonAzgard]

I've been reading The Lord of the Rings every few years since the 80's, but the single volume version. It's only been a few years since I found out they'd split it into three books. Still seems strange, but these look stunning.

[@ReedMurdock]

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

[@christianstonecipher1547]

The sheer improvement between the books is astonishing. The Hobbit definitely looked good, don't get me wrong. But if you had asked me if Hogwarts was made by the same person in a relatively short time span I probably wouldn't have believed you as the level of detail you were able to impart in your depiction of Hogwarts was breathtaking. You can definitely see how you were able to become more comfortable with your tools over the project.

[@tibble_studios]

I would be absolutely thrilled if she painted a scene from my favorite book series: Charlie Bone It is right up her alley in terms of fantasy and action!

[@NathanATaylor]

12:54 the blue was amazing, i thought you were keeping it but then you started adding more colors and its like a straight up photo

[@Melli-M11]

All three are looking so cool, who wouldn't want them as an art piece in their bookshelf?!

[@Dao_Tui]

Martina constantly doubting her ability to watercolour.. then proceeds to create masterpieces... Stop doubting yourself like that! You are a true artist in every sense of the word! What you can do is something many of us can only dream of achieving after years of hard work, dedication, practice and will. You doing that, being a young woman, you are talented, gifted. And clearly you put your talent to good use and make sure it isn't wasted at all. Thank you for all your videos. All you make is amazing, beautiful and intriguing .

[@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.

[@NeonSlice]

New NerdForge video = a good day ahead

[@MastaT]

I dont understand how this channel doesnt have more people subscribed. The projects are so neat and I love that they choose to challenge themselves rather then just painting something theyre use to painting or making.

[@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.

[@Letmecook890]

0:01 deploy an excavator

[@navinsubbu2099]

claims she will mess it up with water colour.. ends up with a masterpiece

[@airunee]

I got excited when she said she'd be doing the HP books then got even more hyped when I saw she was going to be painting on the same version of the set that I own ❤ im kind of hoping she does a series of her painting her books. Wishing she'd do the PJO series

[@audreygargus6845]

Just seeing how well that glove is working with that articulation- god you’re so talented ! That’s seriously an amazing creation. And the PAINTINGS! Jeez! This is by far my favorite channel

[@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!

[@Linkiscool99]

I love how all of them look they are beautiful and she chose some of the best books out there to do it with

[@EyeballsStudio]

"I'm not good with watercolors" Continues to create an epic masterpiece

[@ravenite-void]

Martina: “I’m not used to watercolours” Also her: *creates masterpieces*

[@javisanchez9]

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

[@adrienmoulin3266]

We can see some Mistborn book in the thumbnail… any chance for your next painting to be related to that ? 🤩 Would be awesome ! As always really cool video and beautiful paintings ❤

[@pixstatic200]

If she revisits this then mistborn would be absolutely phenomenal

[@ipm123456789]

I thought the same thing, I was so curious to see what she would paint on them.