Painting a Huge Surf Mural for HBO at Venice Beach!

[@DokeTV]

This is a definition of a cool project. The spot, the client, the story with the shower. Great job 🤙🏼

[@Elykson343]

@DokeTv I don't want this comment to get lost in the sauce. Here's a little bit of insider knowledge from the construction world. Plywood. I noticed you were extending from the road. Most likely for solid ground. Sand is sketchy to work from in a man lift. It gets stuck, sinks, and would possibly tip over. If you or the owner of the lot of the fenced in area were worried about that. 3/4 inch plywood is your solution 1 sheet per wheel is enough surface tension to keep you level. You could literally lay them out from one end of your working area to the other, probably like 10-20 sheets. They're reusable, and it allows you to go cheaper on the lift your using. Instead of a 100 foot actuation boom you can get a 50.

[@ThatsWhatSheSaid84]

@@Elykson343 Why are you replying to Doke? This is Kiptoe....

[@Kiptoe]

Thanks Doke! 🌊🤙🏼

[@stellviahohenheim]

​@@Elykson343just shut up dude you don't know anything

[@pessisessi1978]

​@@Elykson343 😊oo😊

[@BobbyDukeArts]

That's looks freaking awesome

[@Kiptoe]

hey thanks Bobby!!

[@KaitlynBurtonISaGOD]

Heyy itsa Bobby

[@prolificartsociety]

That random chance of meeting was so rad. The fact that he recognized his eyes was awesome. And he stopped to speak and share love was so cool. 🤙🏾

[@wetdroidedition2549]

Do you really believe it was a random encounter? LOL

[@mrk_apx]

@@wetdroidedition2549 why should he lie

[@wetdroidedition2549]

@@mrk_apx Production value

[@apolloorosco6852]

@@mrk_apx you must be a child

[@jordanjose6475]

@@wetdroidedition2549 i mean Venice beach is popular for surfers so it isn't improbable

[@cc2345]

when HBO reaches out thats when you know you made it GG mate i've seen your stuff years ago and now here you are and I am a proud subscriber!

[@TanukiSC]

So sick. I can’t imagine the energy you must have had after meeting him that way. And appreciated the look back at your own story - you have so much to be proud of and I know you’re only going to keep climbing! Much respect.

[@Kiptoe]

it was so cool to meet him, like a kindred spirit of gnarly careers. Thanks so much!

[@themikarenolds2910]

@@Kiptoe im going to be playing pro going on tour in the future since your not having me do any letters on any of your projects ,. you can consider if you want a live band (ME) to accompany (YOU) in one of your painting videos in the future ,. ? 4getting a bout KeS9DMT cum on now sun ,,. :) ' '

[@RuthGingerMusic]

I got all emotional for you hearing about your journey from sleeping in your car and showering there to doing this mural now… you’ve worked hard man!!! You’re amazing you deserve all the success! Big love from London ❤

[@JRMcDowell]

I think this maybe one of my favorite videos from you, more for the message of overcoming your fears and going for it, and the support of others to achieve your dreams... The Art is fantastic as always! Thanks man for the inspiring words, it hit a note with me today.

[@Kiptoe]

glad to hear it! Thanks so much!

[@Zapa-pd6sw]

Mine too sir

[@evilldead6824]

I have to say not only is your art amazing but u have such a fantastic storytelling ability and when you do ur voice overs. This combo with the soundtrack u pick really make ur videos so engaging! Congrats on this amazing mural and getting such a high profile client!

[@ChuckLeeMBM]

Super inspiring hearing about how it was when you first moved out there till now! You deserve it dude!!!

[@Kiptoe]

haha i was roughing it for sure, thanks Chuck!

[@humboldtharry1289]

Looks to me that few are looking closely at what he painted because it’s so finely detailed it looks like a professional billboard. Such good lettering

[@ChuckLeeMBM]

Dude the first wave looks sooooo detailed from a far. SUPER sick. Cant wait to see how this turns out!

[@deanl0]

Nice shot clouds blends in the wave 15:11

[@sketchbookscheming]

What an epic project! Wow -- congrats! The waves look so alive with power, and the surfers too. It was so cool to see you bump into someone from the show. Amazing.

[@Kiptoe]

thanks so much! It was so cool to meet CJ. Thanks for watching!

[@chrismartin6427]

I love the sneak peek at 10:33 and that interaction was crazy like he said very serendipity

[@skywalker1991]

How are you this good bro ???. I can't even draw on paper and you can spray paint on wall with such precision , just amazing .

[@Kiptoe]

lots of practice!

[@juniorsankracharya4366]

Your painting is just unbelievable, I’m so blessed to watch your videos from the beautiful fiji islands

[@pixelpatron]

Best mural yet!!! Love the composition and lettering.

[@Kiptoe]

glad you like it :)

[@donmiles6176]

I've seen most of your video's and I like them all, but this one was just special man! You really have a god given talent, Your Incredible

[@themadcadder4847]

I just binge watched all of your videos (even repeated the ones I had already watched), and I gotta say that I got a little emotional here. I'm so damn proud of you. I can't express how grateful I am to see the beauty that you've put out into this chaotic world. Thank you for being you.

[@Kiptoe]

wow, thank you so much for the kind words and for your support, it means the world!

[@damien.berthiaume]

Love love the little spider at 2:12

[@nickcarophotography]

Your colour game is so on point dude.. I know that colour palette (rust red/blues/teals/oranges) is kind of your thing but the depth rendering it gives is pure butter. Mad skills. Keep on smashing it.

[@jamesbowler3654]

As a restorer of medieval frescoes, I am so amazed by your work! BRAVO

[@ChuckLeeMBM]

This came out SIIIIIIIcK!! Well done man!! The color combos you work with are EVERYTHING! This joint also had some super dope detail.

[@Kiptoe]

thanks so much Chuck!

[@waterislife.9204]

EPIC! That's amazing it all came back around with the main guy that's in the wave blessings.

[@2Swift4u]

the crazy thing about this is that he's not only making a dope mural but also a great video at the same time.

[@UrbanCha0s]

Great work, love the design. It just pops and looks Ultra HD. Love it.

[@marcushines7689]

your videos are always so entertaining and well edited, crushing it you inspire me to keep painting murals. cheers froma fellow philadelphian muralist!

[@Kiptoe]

thanks so much glad to hear that!

[@stephencotter538]

The way you just freehanded the letters and numbers without measuring anything was impressive! The whole mural is awesome and your channel is very inspiring. Stay gold brother

[@N-A-uw5fp]

So glad you have succeeded in expressing your talent and sharing it with the world! 💗 The synchronicity is proof that the universe is supporting you!

[@johnthomas3677]

Kiptoe, you are by far one of my favourite artists on KZbin. The compositions, concepts, execution - make for great watch. Really like the comic book panels. Keep up the awesome work 🖖🏻✌🏻🤜🏻

[@MoontariArt]

Sick! Seeing your journey from car living to HBO mural painting AND the encounter mid-vid, getting approval... Huge confidence boost! Love seeing you where you are and admire the stubborness it took to get there! Keep going Kiptoe! 🌴🎭

[@lostwithasmile485]

10:05, that made me cry a bit! Badass! Love hearing how badass people dragged themselves through the trenches all alone and make it to the other side.

[@kategrossi8717]

Its absolutely amazing to see you work each mural with such simple tools at a large scale. You are so humble for your success and its great to hear your story on your growth and risks of pursuing your passion. Much love

[@hachibaz55_gen]

What I admire is the the process and actually seeing the passion from this artist. If you are walking by and you happen to see this mural, yeah of course you would appreciate it, but because we got to see the process, we appreciate it even more.

[@slewp]

amazing as usual... but this composition and colors hits different for some reason! I hope you are taking more than one shower every week, Master Kiptoe😘

[@Kiptoe]

im up to three times a week on occasion! ... thanks slew 🥰

[@Meechy_Mantooth]

Gorgeous work. Love how the universe sends back serendipity in the most random ways. 🤙🏾🏄🏽‍♂️

[@mikeanderson9266]

They should paint a picture of homeless tents and drug needles to reflect what Venice Beach has become on the Mural!

[@JCee911]

Dude.....I have been following you for years now. You just keep bringing it to the next level. So glad to see you follow your passion and continue to do what you love. If you do what you love, its not work its just another day getting paid doing what makes you happy. All the best as always Kiptoe!

[@chimom7112]

What an awesome eye and talent. Cant even imagine being able to see it in your mind and eye and then put it on a wall. Amazing.

[@lavishonpc]

the story, the edit, the production, all while getting this job done, truly inspirational. your hustle and dedication is amazing.

[@HalfWarrior]

The seagull was your worst critic 😝Little bastard.🕊️ As a billboard painter (in the late 80s) my worst enemy were pigeons. Great work man! Looks awesome!

[@GrannyHugs]

You are insanely good with spray cans. Love this mural! And meeting Garette's brother, the icing on the cake! Beautifully done!❤👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@drfred1203]

Way to go Kiptoe. You are an inspiration for life. 🤙🏄💣

[@shivamaharaj2788]

Wow, amazing stuff. Great job. I would like if possible if you can do a video about your beginnings as an artist. Because you mentioned when you moved to LA… if you can do a video on that that would be great

[@b.l.8611]

Fantastic! Beautiful artwork KipToe. So happy that HBO got you involved in a project like that, because so many people will have an opportunity to see that mural, and hopefully reflect on something positive in their lives. Love the art!

[@TimApple.]

Do you thin that's a 10k or a 40k project?

[@b.l.8611]

@@TimApple. I don't know -- I would guess around $75K. Based on one week on-site.

[@accuser_of_the_brethren7816]

Nice. Max respect for freehand too. No stencils, reference images to look at while painting or even being able to do both sides on the same days. Very cool man. I hope he made good commission for it.

[@htz26129]

Watching your videos is so relaxing, it’s a kind of meditation.

[@ericdennis3208]

I'm a new subscriber and painter myself. I'm not a mural painter. I deal in acrylics and oils on canvas. I am absolutely amazed at your phenomenal talent. How you bring such a huge scale project to life and still keep everything in its proper proportion is such an amazing skill that I know has taken numerous hours and calculations to bring to fruition. Your use of values and color is off the hook! Thank you for sharing your amazing talent with the rest of the world. I look forward to viewing your other projects.

[@AmazingChinaToday]

It's amazing to see such a gifted artist at work. 👍

[@Sean-zr7vs]

I have been painting waves and turtles with oils on canvas and I have to say this was so much fun to watch you create with spray cans, tips, brushes and your finger. Colors are dope. Composition reads well, and the story with the surfer dude was cool. Congratulations!

[@charlesleerae9023]

Every time I hear your story a supernova goes off in me of Hope and inspiration. Thanks for you're awesome content

[@alfonsohernandez8740]

Love for the beach... World 🌎 Famous Venice Beach Baby!!! Kiptoe always original and fresh. Wonderful expression of your vision sir, thank you. ✌️

[@monkeyshredder.musicismyso3626]

Much respect .I'm an old skool writer from the late 70's to present and let me tell you , You are one of the few new skool graffiti writers I totally give much respect to . More writers should follow your passion and mindset . This piece is one of my favorites youv'e done . You are blessed with the skills to get it done kiddo. Again much respect. You have earned your blessings and stay humble , you let your work speak for itself. again , RESPECT.

[@leximontella]

I'm starting my largest mural ever this weekend, I've been super stoked but super nervous. Your videos have really helped give me the extra boost I need before attacking my behemoth wall. Thank you for your astounding artwork, and inspiring content. ❤

[@johnmeszaros3827]

I lived rough when I moved out here too and it was worth every second of discomfort. The great nation of California has been good to us.

[@conniewhall3109]

You knocked it out of the park. Again. Thank you Kiptoe. Thank you for sharing your gifts & thoughts with us. Wicked awesome. I look forward to even better creations from you. How about some more collab's with 10 100. And the rest of best.

[@RRodolfommo]

You have made a life choice. You took risks. You have showed resilience under adversities. You spread your personality and positive attitude. And you won. You are a good man, talented and example for many of us!

[@andrerogers9961]

It is always so satisfying to watch someone who loves their work. The end result is wonderful but the process is the force of life. You've earned the joy your work brings you.

[@andrew3606]

It's so clean and crisp it just looks like a billboard

[@stonew1927]

Congrats. You are living your best life and blessing the world with your talent. I appreciate the humanity and spirituality that you convey in your videos. Thank you for being authentically you and bringing light to the world . . .

[@Rambo2492]

We all face our waves, the difference is some face them willingly, thank you bro for your courageous approach to art

[@stiffk666]

I love how the red on the right transitions into the blue then into that gorgeous Pacific blue aquamarine.

[@ИгорьМихайленко-ч6э]

This mural deserves 1,000,000 likes and the same fee! Insanely well done! And of course in corporate style!

[@Moros-sf3mz]

the endless summer best surf movie ever i watched over 100 times and when summer is coming i watched every week amazing movie R.I.P Bruce Brown.

[@riverannie7]

You are such a joy to watch paint, fingers spray cans and brush . Such an understanding of waves and light. Love your mural ! ❤

[@michellebayaua5163]

idk why but I cried watching this. Ive been watching you since 2019 and seeing you excel in creating videos and making more deals/commissions with well known companies/brands makes me so happy. you inspire me kiptoe!

[@alexeilindes7507]

This is so epic. I also got off the streets of Venice last year. Thank you for brightening the boardwalk with this.

[@giorgoswsker9482]

Mad respect, Hustling from the bottom and getting to the top, literally and metaphorically. You inspire many fellas out there, thank you!

[@inktologist]

Dud what awesomeness! Meeting the surfers is a wild chance. Plus this looks great! Killer talent!

[@kingcdful]

Beautiful project, beautiful personal story, beautiful outcome!! Love it Kiptoe.

[@jonny555ive]

Awesome mural and awesome story. Those first couple of days you really took lemons and made lemonade buddy. Great job.... adapt and overcome 🤘🤘

[@linzertube]

I liked your turn-around story…it’s inspiring. Fabulous art work and execution of it under difficult conditions. It was very cool that you met the guy from the movie poster…and that he showed you the actual footage of that moment on his phone!

[@KnottedVision]

6:55 🔥Transition sickkk! Amazing work🔥🔥

[@bumblebee5990]

I love the feeling of being in the flow, clearly painting is your wave.

[@marjory62]

Stunning work! The only fact that you freehanded the letters just impacts me! You’re so talented this wave looks alive!

[@kellymcentee7172]

He came a long way and it paid off. Very inspiring.

[@danabergman3411]

Spectacular, I'm a local Long Beach'r but bicycle the strand from beginning/Torrance Beach to end/Will Rogers state beach, I'll keep an eye open each time as I pass through on your masterpiece. 👍👍👍👍👍✌

[@arjay1140]

Amazing how a great artist with just a few simple strokes expertly and quickly applied can convey a message or feeling. A couple strokes and I'm like, wow what a great sunset without knowing what it is, or the outline of the big eye already conveys resilience and determination.

[@apinkeye7381]

Love this, I lived in Cal in the 80’s I’m a mural artist too went to Vince many times. Very envious of the weather I live in the uk 🇬🇧. Keep up the good work, great vid 👏🏻

[@ajblatzheim9518]

That is absolutely breath taking. FANTASTIC JOB

[@johnthomas3677]

The depth on these wave are incredible 🏄‍♀️ 🌊

[@williamschlenger1518]

As an old billboard artist, I'm amazed at your work with spray paint & rollers..👍👍

[@martyaddther8597]

Unbelievable. The color choice and layout of this design made for a stellar view! Nice work dude.

[@zepovinho2878]

The giant waves of Peniche (Portugal) 🤙👍 Your work is beautiful

[@TraceyBarton-u3e]

6:55 Transition sickkk! Amazing work

[@marcoantonio-df4mr]

Start is always good the finish will come mural done 👍

[@marcoantonio-df4mr]

🚶Encounter 👍

[@Zapa-pd6sw]

My man did it again, never fails me🎉 love that conversation with the hawaiian surfer. Awesome project man, respect!

[@brianwebb6794]

Incredible mural, great job! Your project proves the idea that the most daunting tasks can be conquered as long as you have the courage to take that first step and start it!

[@josiefletcher4844]

Thank you for becoming as good at KZbin videos as you are at painting. Your videos are art with art in them and i look forward to the next one. Thank you for sharing your journey

[@hottubtimemachine1200]

This is stunning, wonderful experience though the eyes of a creator. Magnetic artwork.

[@shaneb4923]

Now That’s RAD!!! Great Job Brother

[@surchercastoke4046]

This is a beautiful mural. I don't know how this video came up on my feed but it did. I actually learned alot from watching this video. THANK YOU! -local, surfer, painter, muralist

[@kirk1257]

Wow, that incredible story to meet the person you are portraying on mural! Great job Kiptoe!

[@clasherofclans1482]

All I can say is that HBO would be super delighted to appoint you to do this. More than this Mural, your video is doing more advertisement for them. So pleasing... Some humans are made to be angels like; you do small good thing for them and they will return back with much more.

[@MidwestMotor]

I'm blown away!!! Especially the fact that you FREE-HAND the letters and numbers, WTF??!!! They look like you traced them - so perfect!

[@giacomo_erre]

Super Kiptoe!!! You're getting better and better each day. Amazing mural!!! Congrats

[@nickmcfad]

Energy of this video is giving me so many positive vibes.

[@Kattoo666]

I am amazed at how great it looked from beginning to end. Very inspiring. The colors choices are delicious to the eyes. It is pretty cool you ran into someone related to the show! As well as your connection to that area.

[@jwkayk360]

Wow what are the chances... What a cool encounter! So motivating too. Great job on this project Kiptoe

[@justinbanks2380]

Your art just keeps reaching new heights (new depths more appropriate given the topic?) with each one! So awesome man! Love following your progress And the thoughts/words at the end starting at 13:12 just inspiring