Painting a masterpiece, the LAZY way. (The Year of the Dragon)

The first 500 people to click my link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare skl.sh/alpayefe02241 -- Join me for a painting adventure where I create an artwork inspired by the year of the Dragon! - Just like the Masters of Fantastic Art!
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[@AlpayEfe]

The first 500 people to click my link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare skl.sh/alpayefe02241

[@concretethinking208]

Keep selling you course and promo's because I doubt your actual work sells

[@Retasha94]

Thank you for not only being honest and realistic but also giving such artist personality to your work

[@creativebeing1]

Its all in your head, your not an artist. Your living in a fantasy world created by the mainstream and KZbin. All your paintings are for kids. You have a choice to make, you can recieve some proper art education or continue paintng like a child. If this is the path your taking, stick to Acrylic paint its cheaper and dries faster. Its getting really annoying seeing this crap recommended to me on KZbin, whist i am trying to search for actual artists. KZbin used to be a platform of decent information, not its all censoring and pumping garbage into the world.

[@creativebeing1]

@@concretethinking208Exactly! Im getting tired of these types of little kiddy channels.

[@AlpayEfe]

@@creativebeing1 🤣

[@robertalvarado6495]

I've got to admit, the blunt honesty of your comments during the process of your painting are really refreshing. Thank you!

[@AlpayEfe]

I’m happy to hear that 😄… i really want to push for more realness. There’s just too much fake bs out there 😅

[@chossenone730]

And ironic​@@AlpayEfe

[@akinokusami3623]

True. I sometimes get caught up in "producing narratives" in my art, when sometimes just need to chill.....

[@trennamckinley245]

"If it doesn't work out, you can always repaint it." Was something my perfectionist brain needed to hear. Thank you for showing us the process of your beautiful work!

[@elisadinsmore231]

Do more "lazy way" videos! 😅 In addition to your artwork being INSANELY good? I love your bluntness, sense of humor, and how much you love pop culture. I also find your voice incredibly soothing as well. Love love the painting! (As always!) ❤

[@felicagriswold7276]

I agree. He has a lovely voice that is so easy to listen to.

[@ArtbyShima]

I agree with you 100%,most of us just enjoy the process of creating, It is not always about the concept and meaning.

[@revawiseman7517]

As an artist, I always start off with an idea in my head, start to Paint, and it never ends up how I pictured it in my brain. There’s never really a concept to begin with, but as I painted and finish it, the concept just reveals itself. Love your channel, and love your honesty 😊

[@revawiseman7517]

To be honest, I hate the painting and keep going until I love it. But what you said about knowing when to finish it. So true if you keep going you’ll end up ruining it, or hating it again and you don’t want to finish it.bloody hell. Love from Australia.

[@IvySnowFillyVideos]

I often start painting with just a hint of an idea. Trust me you can repaint the same canvas many times & still end up with something beautiful. I don't do this all the time...I usually start with a thumbnail. Then Black and white comp. Then a color comp & maybe a final comp...with this process it usually flows quite smoothly.

[@fuzzydragons]

she looks so regal🥰 And thank you for saying artist dont always have a meaning to what they create, sometimes we just want to create a cool pretty piece 😝

[@joselinvalle6219]

Sometimes, we artists just wanna paint some cool art. It’s that’s simple😁

[@charlesjackson2517]

I don't think I've ever felt so strongly about a painting! I LOVE this painting, and am excited to have been able to watch it happen! Thank you! Also, your honesty regarding painting, and the process of painting is SO encouraging!

[@sarahrosemhahi3020]

this video speaks for every artist , spectacular!

[@AlpayEfe]

🫶😍

[@WuschelKuschel94]

This is absolutely incredible, the colours work beautifully together! I love the golds and blues - also the little tease we got about the digimon painting 👀 it's also really calming to hear you struggle with finishing your works too - that really seems to be pretty common; thank you for the solid advice at the end! It really is that simple, if you think about it... if it's done it's done!

[@AlpayEfe]

Exactly .. if it’s done it’s done 😄

[@girigiartandgraffitiz8165]

I'm from Kenya.. beginner artist... To me, your art is like a lesson. I really enjoy the process and the result as well

[@tohnnyclaydon6641]

"Bring the painting up as a whole" You just showed me how to move forward with a painting I've floundered on for months! Thank you!!

[@jabulaniharvey-stinkycheese]

artists are practical people with (several) superpowers

[@LiobaBrueckner]

Such a beautiful painting 🥹 One of my favorites for sure!🐉🐲🔥

[@bellblue5527]

My favourite painting of yours to date... Regal, powerful yet delicate at the same time. I'm in love 💛

[@duos_art]

I love this painting so much! My half brother was born in the year of the dragon. I think for Chinese people the year of the dragon is just extra special. Glad you found some inspiration from it.

[@giozsuaz4158]

Yea, and I thought the face was good when he left the Store. He really made it look nice in the end!

[@devonhealy4553]

I love every painting you do, even the ones you think are not perfect. You have a style that is so unique and all your own, and it's beautiful and special! Thank you for sharing. Also, your commentary is always so soothing to me for some reason. I love your perspective and thoughts on being an artist! 👍

[@AlpayEfe]

Thank you so much 😀

[@717379]

"The spark that gets you going"... Great analogy 👍

[@BoguGamingGuy]

The laptop standing on the reversed chair at 6:20 is absolutely genius! And that is an amazing painting! You are awesome! Stay awesome!

[@lisekalisch]

nothing to add here

[@ReVampedByDelValle909]

Stunning, interpretable and gorgeously executed. in other words "I lv It"... 🤩

[@xandraeon]

I got CHILLS…it looks like a Chinese calligraphy painting come alive. It genuinely looks like the painting is moving within the frame that you created with the dragon’s bodies. Including the less rendered body of the dragon on the side is what gives it this sense of reanimating from 2d to 3d. And I love the blend of East Asian and Western influences. For example, asiatic dragons are usually more serpentine and western dragons look more like giant dinosaurs with wings. Including that was such a nice touch. And the music at the end 🙆 Epic.

[@earthempresstv]

stunning!! the accuracy combined with expressiveness is so exciting! and her skin tones and proportions are exquisite!

[@dagger9555]

I just have to say your art is so beautiful and you’re very talented and you inspire me every time I see your videos and posts to keep going and wanting to create art.

[@SquirrelGrrlBlue]

Thanks for pointing out that you don't need some huge emotional concept to produce a great painting. Some KZbin artists just get sooo caught up in documenting their personal angsty art journey that even though they are great painters, I've ended up losing interest in their channels. It was nice to hear the message to just take an idea and see where it goes. I haven't painted in years, but really wanted to get back to it. However, I just had some fun little ideas without deep symbolism - So I figured it wasn't worthwhile and put off starting them. I'm going to try to get some done this year. Just to see where it goes.

[@forsakenaurie7048]

This video got recommended to me and I just couldn't look away. As someone who wants to start with oil paints I truly appreciate the honesty behind the process, the insight of the artist's mind. It was very much needed. Thank you for being real for all of us.

[@CristinaArriolaart]

It’s a beautiful painting Sometimes less is more❤️❤️❤️

[@corephysicaltherapyexercis1027]

This painting is 🔥 I love this painting! Wonderful job Alpay!

[@thebutterpecanpuertorican7910]

Having watched several of your videos it is greatly appreciated that you're very honest about all that goes into painting. Being new to the community it's definitely not always dandy and fun. Many thanks!

[@paolosavino22]

The Metalgreymon was so unexpected!!! I love it (sorry i'm a digimon fan and i got blown away so suddenly). Love your Year of the dragon painting

[@tanishnaidu]

I absolutely adore the way you pain faces

[@marials9245]

Absolutely stunning

[@amysbees6686]

My ABSOLUTE FAVORITE painting! It is absolute PERFECTION! When I get to nearing the end of a painting I have to first, walk away. Leave it be for about a week or so. Turn the painting to the wall if you need to continue working, but a break is a good idea. After that, you WILL come back to it with fresh eyes. You may immediately see what needs to be done to finally sign the painting. Other times, you may have to try different views of the painting in order to see if something needs correcting (hue, value, chroma). After ALL THAT, comes my "WTF?" test. If you've done everything you needed to do, and you're still uncertain whether it's done, take a critical eye across your entire painting, and ask yourself if at any place you think "WTF?" I've found this to be rather effective, because it takes the emotion out of it. As we know, it's at this *fiddly* point where overworking might very well ruin it. FINALLY, after everything is DONE, sign it, put the brush down, and slowly back away. WELL DONE, Alpay!👏👏👏👏👏

[@Homo-Curiositas]

You are more than just a painter in my opinion, you are also a beautifull philosopher

[@lyndakowalke8858]

Love your honesty! It’s a very beautiful, very Chinese, painting! Love laziness lol.

[@annalisafeleppa7391]

WIOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOWW!!!! THAT IS A STUNNING PIECE, ALPAY! It's just so gorgeous! So happy for you! Thankyou for you advice and encouragement to us all. 😊

[@filimana]

A lot of work and talent mixed, cheers

[@robertosiqueiros]

Amazing painting. Thanks for sharing

[@MssJoker1]

It is beautiful indeed.

[@sevclar7363]

Simply brilliant.

[@JohnPaulFernandes]

I’m an artist I do create art and I do reasesrch, and it does tell a story and it does capture emotions of the artist.

[@Creophagous]

haha! Exactly 0:38 People forget...art serves as a tool for relaxation, creativity and just being passionate about creating something. Too many people 'imagine' there is always a hidden meaning or something behind it. A lot of my digital art pieces are just something I wanted to do and took all of a minute to decide on- the initial idea. As I work, the idea can take a different form as I cannot visualize, but usually I don't like thinking about some big piece of information behind a piece. I like your work. Well done.

[@waltbarna]

Amazing job! Your skill with the brush is as impressive as a Jedi with a lightsaber.

[@leahponds2945]

absolutely stunning.

[@poemsrose2238]

Am I the only one who is thinking about how you travelled with a gorgeous oil painting 👀?

[@KillerTacos54]

Absolutely incredible

[@MsCristina38]

I can never forget how hard you’ve worked to reach this point of painting competency. Slaving away for hours and hours, at first making practically no money only to build and build up to this point of success. You’re amazing! So talented and hardworking.

[@gracev1701]

Absolutely beautiful!!❤

[@JC-sm4mp]

This video gave me chills. I love this piece

[@lbvfishing]

5:47 Metal Greymon.... Also, you're amazing at what you do.

[@newline525]

Beautiful

[@montv_min_art]

"I come from Vietnam, and in my homeland, there are many female heroes. Your painting reminds me of them. I see and feel a lot from it."👍

[@izat8598]

It’s a stunning art ! Bravo

[@user-zj8qi9rb2y]

The skin tones are so real. Your skills are amazing. Thanks for the video.

[@johnnycastillo7701]

Muy honesto en tus comentarios,representas el sentir de todos los pintores. Gracias!

[@justinholdrenstudios]

This turned out amazing! Always enjoy seeing your process and hearing your thoughts on art and art making.

[@GROW_YOUTUBE_VIEWS_m043]

This track has energy straight throughout

[@avdheshkumar1712]

Absolutely gorgeous 😍

[@gayejones7021]

Another beautiful piece. Thank you ❤

[@paul_domici]

I have to admit this was very suspenseful! When he started working on it again from home I thought it was going to be ruined : ( but it turned out amazing : ) Just Beautiful!!!

[@leizylromero]

Stunning!!! 🐲✨

[@saragomes5398]

I watch you paint live. You’re brilliant.

[@starakatart]

This is so beautiful, both the painting and the process!

[@jaqstitch]

This painting is badass. Love it

[@aliextc4010]

Danke für die Motivation!

[@Lunapiena90]

This is the BEST masterpiece i have ever saw in my life ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jinari4820]

Stunning!

[@chiarasola826]

Stunning ✨

[@sarahm.m_art]

I really never get tired of watching your videos, they are always inspiring and useful, thanks for your hard work❤

[@grimmmunro2279]

What a beautiful painting!😊

[@skychatterji3304]

One of my favourite videos of yours Alpay! Loving your exploration of the realistic artist experience and of course the final painting is stunning

[@silentstreets]

always inspiring, the colours turned out great.

[@iamhenrysamiro8279]

Your paintings are so beautiful.

[@Mary-zx1qv]

Love this piece

[@bensun432]

Priory of the Orange Tree vibes! I love it and appreciate your storytelling as always

[@ravikishorepemmaraju1657]

Your stylish presentation is awesome ❤

[@SparklingDiva1111]

Amazing!! Stunning painting, I LOVE it!

[@yoonglevell2845]

That's a beautiful painting 😮😮

[@MoltenImaginings]

That is such a cool painting! Look forward to seeing your huge dragon canvas too! Totally agree. Dragons are super fun to paint.

[@awake8806]

Stunning ❤

[@juanpanordo5375]

This is outstanding🙌🙌🙌

[@cassgann130]

Beautiful.

[@SMOENOVA]

just love it! such a beautiful painting. and you are right... we call it "overstyling" in graffiti scene... happens quite often... and it is a dance with the devil to find the right moment to stop

[@AlpayEfe]

Overstyling sounds quite fitting 😄

[@hazalcevik2431]

Alpay Bey bir sanatçı olarak yaratım tarzınızı ve kendinize has stilinizi çok beğeniyor ve örnek alıyorum umarım sanatı hiç bırakmazsınız ve daha çok böyle nefes kesici eserleri deneyimleme şansımız olur.

[@richardsong8]

Seriously impressive and inspirational. Congratulations!

[@daniellecreme1133]

Absolutely stunning! You just get better and better which I don't know how that is possible... love everything about this.

[@Ramesh-vz2iu]

your art is super beautiful ♥

[@ag_mizutude8465]

thank u for this video ❤ i love ur thought about drawing and i love ur painting too 💓

[@XarXsPL]

I'm glad that you stay in your way of making videos. The more I think about it, for me you are the current Bob Ross. You got that vibe, but with your own style.

[@IorgaArtStudio]

loved this! thank you! I am a beginner - and thought is only me going 2 steps fwd 1 step back...😂😂🙏🏻 thank you

[@CedricWilliamsFineArt]

Beautiful painting

[@ArtDreamPainting]

so pretty 🌈

[@ElinJensenTv]

This painting is gooorg! 🥹🙏🏻

[@alenagilley4703]

Thank you very much !!!! Is a sooo beautiful painting 🙏❤️💐

[@Studioaldwig]

I really like your work 👍🏼

[@elenaandenko]

This is magnificent😍

[@dickbudig6693]

The way to NOT ruin a painting is to turn it to the wall and leave it for a couple of weeks, maybe a little longer. Usually when you finallly turn it around to look at it again, you'll be struck with how good it is, or you'll immediately see what you need to fix.

[@concretethinking208]

Agreed, but he won't do that as he's not a real artist, just a guy who copies from other people images.

[@Seiffouri]

@@concretethinking208where is your art?? Who are you?

[@petergrech2582]

You are fantastic artist, honest person and great you tuber .....nice job!

[@sharon1775]

lovely

[@ChantelleArts]

so many amazing tips, I love it ☺☺☺