Oil Painting Processes of the Masters (Part 1 of 3)

[@Knorrette]

One of the reasons why the Flemish Primitives achieved such fine and fluent gradations is the build up of the carrier. They used well weathered wood (oak) and a large number of thin gesso layers that were sanded in between. This made the painting ground extremely flat and even - almost like ceramic. I have learned this technique in my restauration classes where we had to copy the work of a Flemish Primitive from start to finish, including the preparation of the carrier.

[@patrickcharles7190]

Van Eyck is my favorite. On a technical level, no one comes close. When thinking about the greatest painter ever, we want to think Rembrandt or Van Gogh is the best. But once you study Van Eykes collection, that little voice in your head says his name when thinking about the master of masters. It's hard to wrap your head around the level of talent that someone had hundreds and hundreds of years ago. The best painters of today cannot duplicate textures like he did...and he did it with such primitive resources. There are good painters and great painters and even masters, then, there's Van Eyck. He was that good. IMO Great video!

[@outlawtupac]

Caravaggio?

[@patrickcharles7190]

@@outlawtupac Phenomenal talent

[@donmiller2908]

"Van Eyck is my favorite. On a technical level, no one comes close" Van Eyck is okay. If someone gave me one of his paintings I could find a spot for it. But he's no Thomas Kinkade.

[@patrickcharles7190]

@@donmiller2908 lol. Kinkade? That's interesting.

[@donmiller2908]

@@patrickcharles7190 😁

[@kathleenphillips6445]

So many paintings I’ve never seen before. You’ve given me a new appreciation for these painters.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Wonderful!

[@mayalord984]

Thank you very mutch for this opportunity to understand our long gone artist technique

[@chrispritchard4676]

Having been a traditional oil artist for too many years to contemplate (and originally a picture restorer, having trained under a long established business) I learn so much from Jill's videos and knowledge. Thank you so much.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

I consider that a high compliment, Chris - Thank you!

[@bruce9635]

Yes this painting by VanEyck is exquisite. An absolute favorite!

[@NeonsStyleHD]

It's a good day when you upload a video. Every one is an education. Love them all, and have watched them all many times over. :)

[@ismaelmartinez9114]

Long time without one of your wonderful videos. Marvelous!

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

I wish it didn’t take me so long! But part two of this series will hopefully be out late Jan or Feb

[@gabrieladryan5719]

I can't believe that i watched this video for free! Incredible!

[@wjbrown5938]

Another brilliant video covering the Master Works of a few of the best artists of the late Renaissance period. My personal favorite of the masters presented, is Jan van Eyck I love his painting of the 'Arnolfini Portrait', dated 1434. It depicts a wealthy couple standing with their small dog in the bed chamber. Many people believe that the young woman is pregnant because of the way her green dress is gathered at her mid-section, but this is not the case. This painting is all about the display of new wealth accumulated at the time. There are several keys in this painting that point to this ostentatious show of money: 1st is the small dog which indicates enough wealth to support not only a lavish lifestyle, but also a pet at a time when many people were starving in the streets; 2nd is the series of oranges which lie strewn about the dresser and window sill, oranges were very rare at that time and only a handful of the very rich could afford them; 3rd is young woman’s green dressing gown which is made of, as was the custom of the very rich during that period, an overabundance of material, such that in order to walk she had to gather the excess around her waistline. Only the very wealthy could afford such an extravagance mode of dress.

[@Rachaelshaw7]

Jill I just want to let you know I was thrilled to see your name on my KZbin feed today. I was scrolling through my feed looking for a woman creator here that wasn't trying to sell me makeup. You really have uplifted my soul

[@Rachaelshaw7]

As a video idea would you consider making a series looking into the lives and techniques of female artists

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

I'm truly honored - Thank you so much for that.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Well, actually, did you know I created two videos featuring female artists from history? I'll paste the links below just in case. But would I create process-oriented videos like I did with the Oil Masters series? I'm not sure. Maybe? It's harder to find information on many of them, but I will at least put it on my list for future consideration. Here are the links: The Forgotten Masters kzbin.info/www/bejne/mYPXe5KGj6-UmJI The Forgotten Masters II kzbin.info/www/bejne/fF7QmI2rZtF0jJY

[@AlexandroMechina-yb3tf]

Van Eyck paintings are almost 600 years old! It just blows my mind they still exists, let alone in such fine conditions

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

That always hits me as well...

[@armandogavilan1815]

Maybe is the egg tempera mixed with oil technique.

[@CedricFangeat]

Ok - there is the art, beautiful, and the explanations, amazing and deep, but then there is your voice... enthralling!

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you, Cedric...

[@MsPokey1234]

Jill, I am ALWAYS amazed @ how "Perfect" these paintings are! Jan & Eliz L. Vigee-Lebrun 's paintings are near a mirror of the subjects......I can't imagine how these are done!

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

I know. Such amazing artists....

[@LenaCabana]

Excellent 👍😊 Thank you. I cannot wait to hear next one.

[@sword-and-shield]

Your series are just untouchable by anything else on You Tube.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you so very much! I'm honored.

[@thenightking7167]

What a wonderful segment. Thank you for sharing your knowledge on the subject matter. From my subjective perspective, no one has ever come close to the magnitude of mastery of Jan van Eyck. In my view, he is the ultimate God in the fine arts realm of painting. Conversely, there are many Titian-esque artists.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

He's one of my favorites as well...incredible mastery of the medium.

[@luisibarra5993]

Your presentations enlighten us and are a TRUE DELIGHT Jill.

[@LardoWizardo]

I was so relieved to find this video. So calm and exquisite a presentation.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you - so nice hear that.

[@bobbytirlea]

Such an intriguing and mesmerising presentation! There's always to leadni something new. Thank you!

[@LuliLulu]

I could listen to you for hours on end without getting bored 😌 Thank you for this

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

So kind of you - thank you.

[@Alinda1308]

I have studied arts but I think that I'm learning more now with your videos than at the time with books. Wonderful job as always, your work is perfect

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

How nice! I'm flattered...

[@suheylkarakaya4238]

When new Jill Poyard video comes out, I feel happy

[@doloresfinearts8472]

Thank you very much Jill; such a great help for artists who, like me, rely in the great artists of the past to make ourselves the best works possible.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Glad you enjoyed it, Delores

[@Meisuko]

Truly fascinating to hear about painting process of these masters.

[@fredericzakhia5977]

The process of painting of old masters is wonderfully explained!! Great job! Many thanks!

[@Kimmieziven]

Idk art history but the voice is soothing and the video transitions are pretty nice , makes it easier for me to listen n watch

[@mailie6403]

I really do enjoy your amazing videos. So professionally done. I watch them many times over. Thank you.

[@_Iam777_]

Jill, you are the best; this art documentary is one of the best I have ever seen. It's one of those rare to find jewels that you treasure for the rest of your life.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

That is so kind of you, Carlos. Thank you for that - I'm honored.

[@bilaljanart]

You efforts, indepth research and exploration of new dimensions are truely a contribution towards art ❤

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you so much for your kind comments - so appreciated.

[@sharontalbot8037]

Your videos are amazing and so instructive! Even after years of painting I still find that their things I didn't know. Thank you!

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you so much - that means a lot, Sharon.

[@celticpeasant9753]

Oh Jill I so love your teaching. I am so happy the day I found you. I wasn't going to do the oil painting because I thought oil paint and its cleaners were really toxic and already having had cancer twice I didn't want to push for a third time, but I found out that 'some' oil paint and the cleaners are no longer toxic. I also found out that it is the cleaner that is toxic more than anything. If you confirm that then I will purchase your oil painting courses too ;). I love Van Eyck - wow.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

My apologies for the delayed response, Celtic. My goodness, you have had a rough time of it, but bravo for your endurance in this life. Yes, it's really a matter of picking paint colors that are not toxic (avoid cadmiums, cobalts, and a few others) and not using a solvent. I found that most solvents are toxic to some degree with perhaps the exception of Lavender Spike Oil which can be quite fragrant, so I've heard. But you can paint without solvents. In fact, it's often recommended to paint using paint straight out of the tube. They've been formulated to perfectly balance oil and pigment, although they will naturally have different drying times due to the pigments. Once you get familiar with the drying times of your paints, you can apply them to your surface appropriately, going from thin to thicker layers, or painting ala prima - all in one sitting. For clean up (I believe I mention this in my oil class), I use Purell wipes to clean my palette after wiping off the paint with palette knife and paper towels. I clean my brushes with vegetable or walnut oil in a Dixie cup (I'm preferring walnut now and use the grocery store version for cleaning brushes) followed by a wash with artists soap. I hope that helps. I do feel you can be safe and if you have any questions about it as you progress through the class (if you take it) simply ask. I'm happy to help you with this!

[@hannehanneart8605]

This is very informative. Please don’t stop making these videos. Thank you!

[@niccymak8243]

Remarkably good. I thought I knew a lot, but you gently and modestly expanded my knowledge. I will look out for your work.

[@oyildirim5641]

Jill this is nothing short of perfect. The poetic music, your voice, the depth of the biographies and techniques, all of it flowing beautifully...this is a work of art as much as it is a documentary...very well done

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

That is so appreciated. Thank you so very much.

[@devinmichaelroberts9954]

Awesome work! The brilliance of the colors is the same process you see in Holbein as well and many panel painters specifically. Its as simple as tempera oil emulsions. You said as much in the video and that was the correct answer. They would heighten colors at the end of the process with tempera painted into an oil layer. You get much brighter pure color that way. Also I tend to think when you make pigments by hand like they use to they were a lot more pure and they probably had a mix of egg and oil in them.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you! I've actually been wanting to experiment with adding egg to my own oil paints after reading about some of the Masters who did that. It sounds like it could actually be part of the reason some pieces have aged so well. Have you encountered that as well?

[@JasonShinks]

Absolutely loved this. Can't wait for the analysis on Turner, an artist I've become fascinated with recently

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

I'm hoping to get the next one out within a few days, actually. Hope you enjoy it

[@gch582]

Amazing video! Thanks again. Can't wait till your course is available.

[@lilianaklass8247]

Thank you Jill! I learn so much from you. You inspire me to try new things and explore new ideas, or rather “old ideas.” I look forward to your videos like a gift excited to open up and discover something amazing. I can’t get enough of your lessons. All the best.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

What a wonderful comment, Liliana! It means so much. Thank you.

[@allypicard9673]

Thank you for this wonderfully informative video. I live in DC and visit the NGA almost every weekend. Interesting backstory about the Van Eyck. Andrew Mellon (who founded the NGA) purchased this painting, along with several other works of art (most notably, Raphael’s Alba Madonna) in the early 1930s during a secret sale by the Soviet government. Stalin ordered the Hermitage to sell certain works of art to raise money for the USSR’s Five Year Plan. Mellon later donated these works of art (and other works of art in his private collection) to the US government (specifically to be housed in the NGA when it was built in the late 1930s)

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

That's a wonderful story, Ally. I knew Mellon had donated many works, but not all of the details and certainly not that it included the van Eyck. Interesting!

[@allypicard9673]

@@JillPoyerdFineArt I learned about the Hermitage sale during a docent tour, and then Googled for more info. In addition to the van Eyck and Raphael, the Mellon acquisition from the Hermitage included works of art by van Dyck, Rembrandt, Hals, Titian, Botticelli, etc that were all donated to the NGA. If anybody is interested, there is a Wikipedia entry about it: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Soviet_sale_of_Hermitage_paintings. There’s also a book on the subject: “Selling Russia's Treasures: The Soviet Trade in Nationalized Art” by Natalya Semyonova

[@christophermahon1851]

Thank you, thank you, thank you! Achingly beautiful cinematography. I learned so much just now that my only criticism is that there are just three parts!

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Very flattered, Christopher - So glad you enjoyed it!

[@hartlecut]

Jill Poyerd, you really know your stuff. Your videos are all superb - your analysis is spot on, and explanations very clear. Thanks for this.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you, Corinne

[@angelajsacaartistaffiliatedwpl]

Very impressive work love so very much appreciate you sharing.

[@GabrielMartinezValois]

Amazing video, very well written and produced! I enjoyed it so much, and also learned a lot of many of my favourite artists! Congratulations!

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@stevenwmclean]

Superb Jill. Thank you for all the work you've put into making this series. Looking forward to part 2.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thanks so much, Steve!

[@pt9742]

Thankyou Jill fantastic work!

[@michaelparry1383]

Jill, you are so fantastic with all that you do. In my small way I do try to steer members of many of my online art and photo groups to look at your KZbin work and check out your Udemy courses. If any art student (officially) or someone who just wants to know more about art would view you work, They would be so enlightened. Now, even if someone was not necessarily interested in the arts they would benefit from listening to these projects. Your calm soothing and peaceful voice would allow many to cut back on their anxiety medication. You are special. You are Jill.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you so much, Michael. That means so much. It sounds like just words, but I mean it....makes my work so rewarding to read comments like yours.

[@SirPrancelot1]

Very interesting, thank you. Look forward to part 2.

[@jennw6809]

Wonderful, as always!!! Thanks so much for your amazing work.

[@esr243]

Great offering, e.g. knowledge and elocution. Love the tone of your voice

[@leandronicolas8848]

Loved this! It's so interesting to hear about not just the subject of these works but the techniques used by the authors. Beautiful images edited in the video as well. The pacing of your narration is superb. Can't wait for part two.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Glad you enjoyed it, Leandro!

[@David888B]

Thank you, this is amazing. I can't wait for part 2!

[@klasi58]

Thank you for this incredibly well done and detailed presentation. I wish my art history professors were like you.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

How kind! Thank you

[@klasi58]

@@JillPoyerdFineArt I cannot wait to see more of your videos. BTW your art is magnificent too. You are such a treasure. I am so grateful to the internet algorithm that led me to you. 💐💐💐

[@longbelinda]

Very well done ! Thank you Jill

[@stefanschulz4523]

That's so informative for a hobby painter like me! Thanks a lot for this great Art lesson!

[@xaraxen]

I will listen to her voice all day describing how she paint her house.

[@michaeljohnangel6359]

An excellent video, Ms Poyerd!!! Please keep 'em coming. It would be wonderful if the general public knew more about the painting process's technical aspects (both material and compositional). Up until the mid-60s, EVERYBODY was taught Representational painting, hands-on, in school-I was first taught it in my grammar school art classes in the late 1950s, when I was a teenager. When people looked at a painting back then, they could therefore understand the practical skills and practice necessary to create such illusions. That's no longer true today. People today look at the subject of the painting, and not at the painting itself (except VERY superficially). A couple of comments (if you'll allow me!!?!!)-Antonello was about three years old when van Eyck died; so, it's unlikely that he studied under him. There were lots of Flemish paintings and painters in southern Italy (both Flanders and southern Italy were owned by Spain, and commerce between the two was extensive), and Antonello would have studed there, before taking the oil technique NORTH to Venice in the 1470s and teaching it to the Bellini family. (The story of Antonello's studying under Jan van Eyck came from Vasari's book, and Vasari is usually wrong-not that one blames him: he had no reference material except for gossip, years after the facts.) As for ground glass, many of the Old People added it to their paints: glass contained cobalt, and cobalt is a strong siccative.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you, Michael! I'm glad you enjoyed it. Regarding Antonello, my research actually shows him to be 11 when van Eyck died (Antonello born 1430; Van Eyck died 1441), and that at that time they would take apprentices as young as 10, which would make it a possibility (although in my humble opinion, I don't think it's likely). Yes, Vasari does often present false information, which is a shame. I can't remember the cobalt and glass fact off hand, but I think I do remember that...I think. In any case, I thank you for that interesting input.

[@hedgewitch59]

Fascinating. It's made me look at how I construct a painting. Thank you. I'm really enjoying your channel.

[@andrewhu7770]

Looking forward to more your work! This video is so well made!

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you!

[@karenelizabetharmijos4994]

This was extremely beatiful and accurate.

[@jesushernandezlopez256]

I loved this. I can't wait for part 2

[@papos198318]

Excellent content as always.Thanks a mill.

[@dumuzibadgurgurru8050]

¡Wow! Una explicación espectacular de los procesos de creación de los grandes maestros, muchas gracias por su trabajo.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Me alegra que lo hayas disfrutado, Dumuzi

[@teacherericka]

Loved this. Thank you!

[@mahanyazdani2757]

Great video. Very beautiful.

[@francoisroberge3117]

Thank you so much for taking the time to prepare and make this video. So interesting and informative. Makes me wish for a visit to a museum soon.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Let’s hope life can return to normal soon. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@guynouri]

Excellent accurate and HD detailed

[@davidottley2739]

I love this! I'm so happy I found your channel. Thank you for all the work you obviously put into it. It's clear that it's your passion.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Welcome to my channel, David!

[@severinoarriola3757]

your voice are so cool and sweet as it was made by masters...

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

So kind - thank you

[@michaelwhite8031]

Excellent video !

[@rolandlemus203]

Bravo! I loved this, and I have seen this one up close as well. I wasn't surprised when you focused in on it. I think I stared at this one for a long time, doing what you explained, in awe of it, for it's time and brilliance, detail, and overall beauty. I got reminded by security not to stand too close to the paintings lol. I was studying the application as I could see, and got too close. Thank you for your wonderful video.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Yes, they do watch you pretty closely in the museums - lol. My husband and I have both been reminded on occasion. It's so nice to know that it impacted you as well, Roland.

[@RobertScholten]

Thank you, this was great!

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

I'm glad you enjoyed it!

[@a-free4909]

I hit like even before I watched the video 😊 that much I like and trust the information you put in your videos , thank you so much for the hard work and lovely enjoyable lessons

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

How nice! I'm glad you enjoy them

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

I saw your other comment about your translation of the videos, but can't find the comment now. I just wanted to let you know that I absolutely do remember you and your comment. It really means a lot to me - quite an honor.

[@enzocypriani5055]

Thats really amazing and precious info

[@37symbols14]

This was amazing. Thank you!!!

[@lamarcaldwell5040]

Awesome..you really made this so simple and understandable. Thanks so much

[@NickNicometi]

Nice narration and good technical info.

[@Art-base]

Wonderful video, Jill, as always. I would like you to know you inspired me to start my KZbin channel and explain to artists, old master techniques (as is not taught anymore in art school in a lot of countries). Keep it your great work and inspire us !

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you for telling me, ARTbase. I'm flattered! It's wonderful that we can possibly have a positive impact on the arts community and their appreciation of historical art.

[@cathyquilts2609]

Learning so much! Thank you

[@honestpledges8435]

I love to listen to your videos while I paint

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

How nice!

[@temporoboto]

Very educational, thank you for sharing.

[@despitecharm1337]

Awesome! Very informative and solid narration. A+ visuals.

[@bewithkrizhezra2010]

very nice content.. i love learning art through your channel..

[@TIT5US5]

Great job. Thank you!

[@ThirtyFiveOldBrush]

m an Italian painting restorer.. and painter..,and I love this kind of awesome contents..subscribed... keep going on this beautiful direction..unfortunately..in our high schools,art is not teaching anymore..stupid political decision...we need to spread ours roots... thanks 🙏

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Glad to have you as a subscriber! And thank you. No plans to stop at this point....

[@bubbercakes528]

The Renaissance painters were the best, hands down. They will never be replicated. The brought life to the canvass.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

They really were amazing...

[@LittletownFish]

Awesome video!

[@deankelly734]

Instant subscribe from me. I love learning about art history.

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Welcome to my channel, Dean!

[@gabrielkatz1295]

Very interesting 😮 thank you so much

[@Artchick1972]

Great video

[@dennissmith3030]

Beautiful voice...

[@steventyreman3642]

Wonderful insight, thankyou

[@LieslHuddleston]

I just hit the bell! Can't wait to watch the next one :) Wonderful production on my favorite subject, thank you!

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@murraykriner9425]

Very glad you struck down the myth that Van Dyke created oil painting. The Author of the Lives, Vasari, was one of those who attributed that to the man, or his studio. Not going to digress further for many of the things mentioned in the dialog. If you want an Art Education, one of several Artist Manuals on materials and technique would be a very good investment. No how-to or simple instructional video can hope to discuss with any assurance the complexities of the mediums, pigments, or varnishes required to achieve just some of these works breadth and depths. Not one artist today has come even remotely close to painting as these artist did everyday during the time their work flourished on the market. Enjoyed the video, but I've loved painting all my life, beginning at age five. Warm regards and best wishes all.

[@madsharlev2581]

Lovely video

[@bobc3174]

This video is superb; it's a work of fine art in its own right. The production values are extraordinary - the narration, the audio, the storytelling, the graphics, the framing, the lighting, the colors and even the transitions are amazing. All of these qualities add up to a presentation that makes it so easy for the viewer to focus on the topic and enjoy the show. Five stars!

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you so much, Bob!

[@atlantic_love]

What's with all the back and forth butt kissing between channels? Did you not see the art?

[@MissLiebelula]

van Eyck’s motto “als ich kan” was written in Greek letters but is actually Dutch for “all that I can”.

[@DouglasOkada]

great video!!! Thank you!!

[@elizabethsuttoncollection]

So so beautiful love your videos!❤️

[@JillPoyerdFineArt]

Thank you, Elizabeth

[@FlyPontes]

I advise everyone to watch David Hockney's documentary "Secret Knowledge" (it's here on KZbin). This one really reveals Jan van Eyck's secret to making such detailed drawings. However, I really liked this video for talking about the way he used oil in his paintings.