Painting the Most Dangerous Woman in History - 200 Hour Project (Part 2)

[@slewp]

The only way to read the short story and to get prints is through this Kickstarter. 100% of proceeds will go to my Non-proft art organization Studio SLEW www.kickstarter.com/projects/slew/primordial

[@mjpete27]

Done I will be notified! I am curious about the title of this video. Is it your thesis that Medusa was an actual woman? I hesitate to point this out as I do not wish to belittle someone’s religious beliefs, I think this is a Greek mythological creature, yes? No? Just what is your title implying? Be cool and stay safe!

[@AlfredSoul]

I really appreciate that he emphasizes how nervewrecking it can be to start doing colour on a section, that you had only done the contrasts or the sketch for previously. Of course it's fun and so satisfying, but in the moment, you're really not relaxed, lol.

[@rebeccaorlando9815]

This!! One of the biggest things I’ve realized with creating art is having the massive courage it takes to just do it. It legitimately takes so much to overcome the intense fear that accompanies creating something new. Maybe some lucky people out there don’t experience this, but I think it’s a lot more common than people talk about.

[@ibrahimbilal3822]

this is why i love this channel. i dont come here for the art, its the thought process that you take us through with so candidly and in such a real way. and its so relatable the way you ranted about your ugly painting stage despite KNOWING that its the "ugly painting stage". i think stressing about your painting is inevitable and you shouldnt resist it. one day youll be the most confident painter and the next youll be overthinking every single brush stroke. let all of your emotions bleed out on to your painting. thats what makes it yours!!! excited for the final part

[@slewp]

[@aviansays]

As an artist, i think all stages of my work is ugly art stage 😂

[@WhoCaresAlisha]

Lol same

[@marials9245]

🤣🤣same here!

[@barbarabrady1267]

My mom was sending me pictures of her oil painting yesterday telling me it was horrible and it was beautiful! I am the same way, but I’m still a beginner so my art is truly ugly a lot of the time 😂

[@slewp]

super normal and natural haha. The person painting is always the hardest critic.... by a lot. But you have to be amped and have really expectations of your work. through planning and slowly following good steps you should be amped at the end! even if it didn't turn out how you liked... at least you gave it great effort and followed a path you originally thought was a path to success. and then the next time you can get even closer and closer and so on and so fourth

[@kayz-art]

Same 😊

[@malini2027]

The ugly phase is the worst, glad you pushed through. Excited for part 3 and the show!

[@CaitlinFaulks]

Love it slew! My favourite quote is “Go slow to go fast”. I need to remind myself all the time, I’m constantly racing through tasks and my day.

[@ttalah2964]

How many layers of paint do you typically use on each work, what other liquids do you incorporate with your oil paint, how long do you wait for the oil paint to dry, and have you considered using acrylic paint for this project?. I can’t wait for part 3 😊

[@michelleaicf3795]

I'm not an artist so having this as a series where you're showing your piece in stages and sharing your thoughts/process is incredible. It always shocks me when an artist is frustrated and talks about the ugly stage...to me everything always looks incredible but I guess as the artist you have a certain vision of how you want the piece to look. This is a rollercoaster ride that I'm excited to experience. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@whitenative]

Amazing work! This makes me appreciate the old masters and Renaissance-era paintings even more, where large-scale works like the Sistine Chapel were done without photographic references.

[@maddieadams75]

I’m a sculptor and ugly stage lasts a long time. I walk away for a day and suddenly I see where improvement will change it all. Slew, always continue to tell your stories as you do now. Having a sense of humor is a gift. ❤ I know this painting will be stunning.

[@MartevanSanten-dy2wg]

Love following your process! You are very courageous and inspirational. My questions are: What in your opinion are the pros and cons of using oil vs acrylics? When you mix your own paint colours, how do you make sure you have enough? What do you do with leftover paints? Have you ever run out of a mixed colour and weren’t able to mix the exact colour again? How did you solve this? Do you prefer round or flat brushes? Which line of Silver brushes is your favourite? Which brush sizes do you use the most? To name just a few questions. 😊 Good luck with finishing everything! 🙋🏻‍♀

[@LynseyBlighArtist]

I've learnt more about the process of art from you and your videos than I have from so many others combined. The information you share and the way you share it through your experiences is incredibly valuable. Thank you.

[@robynwhite5662]

I love how you talk about the ugly stage! Could you please go into more detail about oiling out? I’ve heard the term before but don’t really understand.

[@maketime4art]

I totally understand you doubting yourself etc but look at how great that painting is already! I'm really looking forward to the next video 😊 I can't think of a question just keep doing what you do! 😊

[@lucaspietrobon]

yeahh, i was thinking the same! its already so cool!

[@xYourxNekrofeliax]

I love how you invite us in to experience every single feeling and struggle of yours in every video, this one resonated with me deeply again. If I was to live in NY you bet I would book a class, the kickstarter is a great way to help support studio slew and I can't stress enough how important it is to have places like yours, people like you, who want to share with their fellow artists a space they can feel welcome and be themselves, create together and grow as artists. I've been following you for years and your videos alone have had a big impact on my way of dealing with the complicated feelings one can have throughout the process of creating. thank you for everything ❤

[@noelle7591]

Love ❤ the way you work with the palette and the different zones of the painting. Excellent!!

[@pauliedaartist7]

I love your humility!!! The painting is looking great, super pumped with you having a solo show! How’s it been managing all the super awesome gigs and projects you’ve been working on in the midst of preparing for the show? How are you keeping level-headed? Do you have support around you or is this a solo-act?

[@NickSamanos]

I feel your struggle brother , keep on this masterpiece, it's 100% worth it!! You got this !!!

[@scotteurich2376]

I like to work super loose at the beginning and draw with the paint, helps me from freaking out about the ugly stage! If I start tight and controlled it never looks right when I'm finished, to me. Great video BTW!

[@AlfredSoul]

Feel you on that big time.

[@colleenmcchesney1482]

I definitely understand the frustration of trying to get a project done & working through the process & the getting through the ugly stages of a painting. I use watercolor & gouache as my choice of medium materials. Thanks so much for sharing your experience, thoughts & the process of this huge oil painting. Which is looking fascinating to me! My question is how is the difficult/challenging oil painting process different from when you were doing the very large painting murals (like in the Alice In Wonderland series)? Could you use some of the same process techniques for this oil painting as you did for the murals?

[@AaAa-je5eo]

"hot take here. the funnest part of this project is already finished. as much as painting is fun it's a puzzle. the photo shoot in my opinion is the most fun part it's the creative part, we're manufacturing the reference. now in the painting stage we're sort of being more objective and robotic to execute the function of painting using tools and paint and put it on the canvas, okay so that's how my brain works" Dude just realised he's a cinematographer not a painter. Clearly too, the docu series with Proko and Watts show that. Another great vid slew.

[@BazerrkInsaneAsylum]

I have never used oil paint...it's scary to me. But you really got me interested in maybe someday trying it! I cant wait for part 3!!! Question, what is the longest time you have had to wait for your paint to dry? And What is the shortest time? You said each color has a different drying time, what are the reasons for that?

[@lindatannock]

Love that you're showing us the entire process of such a large-scale piece! The "ugly" stage is so difficult to push through, as it exposes all artists' "insecurities" in themselves. Although it's something every artist goes through, it's great seeing how you handle that stage! It's so easy just to give up at that point, or change direction with the piece (even though you're on the right track!) I love the story behind this piece, and what you're trying to convey with it. I can't wait to see it finished! 😁👏🏻💖🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@brittany6910]

Somehow I am mindblown that you mixed a paint and put it in a tube, I didn't know you could do that! This is looking so good so far.

[@rachael.mp4]

Seeing this battle you're going through gives me such an appreciation for ambitious pieces like this. So excited to see the finished piece.

[@felicagriswold7276]

Will you do a post showing us the art show? No way can I go NY to see it but would really love a quick viewing. Maybe you could show us once the show is over so there is no conflict. Love what you have so far and can't wait to see the finish. Good luck with your show.

[@slewp]

great question! i will certainly make a video about the show and showcase everything. It will be like a virtual gallery!

[@mattgamer]

This is like Leonardo showing us how he paints. Such a fun video! Thanks for sharing.

[@lozantoninocreations]

I love how this painting is coming along. It is going to be freaking awesome :)

[@TheLittleKingRyan]

SLEW! This project has been so impressive thus far! QUESTION TIME: I love the concept of the past and present being simultaneously brought together and divided by the mirror, but is there a conceptual reason behind the different poses of the hand? It jumps out as a focal point to me. I think my gut reaction is that the two hands should be posed identically (I love the pose in the mirror, with the pointer finger reaching upwards). I'm wondering if you had a narrative reason for making them different, or if it was simply a result of different poses from the photoshoot? No matter what, your efforts are amazing! I can see your final vision and it's really inspiring seeing how each phase is building towards that big payoff :)

[@RHrrrrrrhhhhhh]

This is great. Your honesty is fantastic and I love the SLOW DOWN X 3 signs. There is no right time frame, and I know that using this exact reminder it slows my brain down and allows time for me to have clarity and not a busy questioning head once I pick up my brush. No one understands when I stop midstream except other artists. That’s how I learned my process and as unique as we all are, as an artist it shows how much we love what we do. There is no hurry up and get that painting done, it’s not an everyday task. Part 1 is wonderful, part 2 amazing I’m sure part 3 will be fantasmagorical 😊

[@Jasminedaniellee]

So amazing love the painting! Love jade for this painting she’s quite literally the most gorgeous girl I know 😍

[@Bonsai-Boy]

great commentary - a wonderful struggle that keeps us coming back

[@AngieG11]

SLEW BE Dramatic 😊 this is a big deal. I love how you show the rawness - we are so hard on ourselves

[@julianalindquist8435]

Would love to hear you talk in more detail about overcoming the “ugly” stage, I have left so many canvases unfinished😡 what does it feel like, is there a strategy?

[@pixelmountainstudios]

I am glad you mentioned about the drying times. I do acrylic because I just do not have the patience to wait for a layer to dry before applying another layer. And I love that you mentioned about the ugly stage. Most do not realize that this is the most challenging stage. You realize if you push on and through it, it will turn out. I also state that I have a love hate relationship with my paintings. I love them, then hate them, then love them again. It is part of the process. Beautiful start on this painting, and I am sure it will turn out a masterpiece.

[@corinevolkerink5301]

i was just thinking about when part two would come out hell yeaaaaah

[@corinnesoderberg1378]

Same!!❤

[@phalbaby16]

Your so good at painting, you just keep getting better at it. Beautiful painting.

[@slewp]

first

[@WhoCaresAlisha]

Manifesting Primordial as my future coffee table book 🙏🏾 I have a question: Is there a learning curve for painting with both hands or are you just naturally ambidextrous?

[@nbartistry]

Loving this bro! Can’t wait to see the rest of the series!

[@Funmithfae]

This inspired me to take my Medusa wip out and finish it great work as always!!

[@kimieatsu]

I don’t really love realism but I love the fantasy/renaissance feel to them. I love watching your ideas come to life and seeing your process. I can’t wait to see more of your process particularly the detail and rendering of the mirror frame.

[@ramonjaquez1531]

love the honesty about the art process

[@chelseaneuweiler2590]

love to see the progress! question, since you always talk about how much you love the photographic stage of creating an art work: would you consider focusing on photography in the future?

[@ArtbyPatrickPetruccello]

You have painted a ton and know that ugly stage is part of it otherwise you would be painting Alla Prima and not in layers. Only advide I could offer is to not make such sharp edges early on. I find I spend more time on my traditional paintings undoing that. Your painting is coming out terrific.

[@whatslucasup2]

I currently paint in acrylic, I’ve been very curious about oil, but I’ve developed so many techniques with acrylic that I’m nervous, in your opinion, why was oil the correct choice for this painting you’re doing?

[@LazyArts]

Such a Beauty ❤

[@MsAston007]

I found that using acrylics for the underpainting speeds up the process. Once that’s finished oils on top for color correction and refinement. Great video

[@LearnArtWithCharity]

I don’t have a question… just want to say it’s looking great. Your model is beautiful.

[@npmeyer77]

Don't have a good question - just wanna say this is sweet to watch, the whole process part 1 through now. Keep goin' baby!

[@mago1380]

I love the wealth of information that you provide in each and every one of your videos. I loved greek mythology growing up and this painting is beautiful already. My question would be, how do you go about getting a gallery show?

[@rudychon1146]

I just recently discovered your channel..I thought you were the actor, Castle Rock from the show, Find Me in Paris. 😅 I loved your painting. I learned a few things thanks.

[@tjbisse1994]

great progress!!! i was looking forward to see more of this piece and i cannot wait to see more!!!

[@AashniSahai]

I'd love to see a video with a split screen of you painting on your canvas and your palate. I always wonder what you mix with oils to make them thinner so they also don't run out so fast. And watching you mix the colors would be very helpful, as well as if you are using a dry brush, some sort of oil, or a middle color to blend. I struggle with how to blend well while painting- especially with oil.

[@lucas_tats]

Ay man just remember to have fun with it!!! Can’t be serious all the time takes the fun out of it!!!

[@CedricxChaotic]

Your motto is to "SLEW down" with this one, and I think it'll show in the end. Looking promising already!

[@slewp]

thank you! yes really slewing down here

[@bryanlopiccolo9853]

Hell yeah the bad friends podcast on while painting haha that’s my go to

[@chantellestreete2767]

How did you go about planning to make sure the painting was done on time? Im thinking in regards to oil paint drying times, layers etc. it seems like a lot to manage and my time management is so poor so i'd love some insight into how you "schedule" the parts of painting! Cant wait to see the next video!

[@MadebyDawn23]

Question, I never dabbled in oil, i am more watercolour and i still consider myself a newbie, though i have been doing it for 6 years. I guess my question would be how do you view the painting process? I recently started painting the shapes rather than the figure is this something you use as well?

[@mirascraftycorner]

Questions: how do you approach a gallery to have an art show? In studio slew, do people bring their own supplies? Do you give them tips on how to improve? Do you run it all by yourself or do you have staff to help you?

[@CheHojas]

I feel the same way, never know what im doing. its honestly marvelous that some paintings do work out for me

[@paulvanduivenbode7592]

Thank you for all your info! 🙏

[@alsanova]

Ugly stage looking really good and you should be proud of that. Now you can now focus on those finer details and get them right, one area a time. 👌🔥

[@Lydiamurray0602]

First, this is gorgeous! And thank you for sharing all the emotional stages of your painting. My question, what do you do to relax and refocus when you've got so many things on your plate?

[@squidbeach]

I think most artists can relate to your mindset and admire how you overcome your painting challenges. I am curious if you recommend using zinc white or a mixture of zinc white and titanium to avoid chalky white skin tones? Also do you try to use contrast or chroma to emphasize your focal point? Thanks

[@collextoys]

painting looks awesome. About how much in paint has it cost to make?

[@theartofcharleen]

This is the coolest thing ever!!

[@jerry78bug]

Question; Please discuss your oiling out. Are you applying a medium such a liquin original? Entire piece or I suspect a section? Does this impact revisions later.

[@huggntreez4057]

First I must say that as an Artist, you are KILLING it despite the mental frustration of this stage in the painting. My question is, what are some things that you do to keep yourself motivated during the "ugly stages of a painting"?

[@KARAN-zb1hf]

Firstly I am really happy to see the whole process of painting and enjoying the process so greatfuly and all up and downs How can you handle the all works and painting and same thing do repeatly❤ I love your painting so much and demonstration Lastly keep it up and stay blessed always Lots of love❤❤❤❤❤ Thankyou 😊

[@slewp]

Thank you so much 😀

[@DeaDerV23]

Question: Big paintings like this are overwhelming by themselves, and on top of it you record and walk us through the whole process which gives even more pressure. How do you coop with all these emotions? And also Is there anything you would recommend to do to stay focused on one painting for so long? 🖤

[@krislachowski]

Thank you for showing the struggle.

[@jacksonbyrne8551]

How did you set up your glass palette desk thingy? Was it built? Im very messy mixing colors and only have a small palette, so this would be killer for me! Also I love the videos honesty and your process of tackling a large oil painting and ambitious concepts!

[@slewp]

@@jacksonbyrne8551 yes I built it! Video on my build here kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z4a1doSirJdqgK8si=LY2jvOu-24NQcTsx

[@barbarabrady1267]

It’s gorgeous!

[@christopherbeston4473]

It's very nice so far loving it

[@Galaxara]

I relate so hard to the SLOW DOWN challenge and even more so, powering through the ugly stage is sooo tough. If it is any consolidation, i find "trust the process" isn't the way to go, but more so, trust yourself and your ability. Trust that your skill actually CAN match your ambition and even surpass it

[@vil8602]

I felt that so hard with the "slow down" that I instantly liked 😂

[@JackieRB2008]

I myself am an artist, I mostly work in acrylic and have done a little work with some oil paint, I do mostly abstract work. My question for you, is first, how do you know what colors to mix or put on your work that make it look more realistic or how do you figure that out? Second question, what are some things about oil paint that maybe beginners don't know or people that work with order paint mediums should know going in to oil painting that you wish you would of known? Also, love your videos! Your work is inspiring!

[@WendyWisemanFisher]

How long will you wait before you start the next layer? Do you need the paint from this first layer to dry a bit?

[@betsywhitaker1805]

Thanks for what you do, very interesting. Is figuring out the tone of different colors a knack or inborn ability, or have you found you can get better at it over time?

[@swapyzzlevisionneur9145]

Hâte de voir la prochaine vidéo, les bases sont réussis !!

[@ArtbyPatrickPetruccello]

What mixture do you use to oitl out? I typically do 50% gamsol and 50% linseed oil. I have seen Gamsol suggests 50% Galkyd and 50% Gamsol. Have not tried that yet.

[@mjpete27]

Hullo SLEW, Well Sam I believe that the ugly stage is going to be the inverse of most other paintings. If you "feel" your ugly stage is usually lasting a day, it is going to take a week or longer with a picture of this size! I offer this that it is nothing like a mural as those are a different medium and has so much more technique behind it! You are also battling history too! Not only the "story" of your painting but the history of creating paintings in the "storybook" of painting stories throughout ALL OF TIME! So many "schools" of creating pictures and deciding your direction. I am so excited to keep watching and my question is why you decided on canvas and not a panel? I know the church went to canvas for practical reasons of transport and hanging. The religious significance of the cathedral artworks and painting ON the walls. They used canvas for practical reasons, such as of transporting the art from artists studio to churches across the "roads" of that time. To hanging heavy panels on walls that would not support the heavy artworks! So Why the super expensive canvas? Why not a sweet Masonite panel? I am so excited for ALL OF THIS! Keep going and keep believing!

[@nikaart5360]

Do you think mixing acrylic painting with oil painting is a good idea or do you just recommend oil and why?

[@clolourofbue]

Just WOW! I am a self taught artist and use all different types of mediums but I could never get away with oils. I can't stand the cleaning of the brushes and I just find oils are too smelly and messy. Do you have any tips on using oil paints?

[@bradleebeauchamp5239]

For the next video curious to see how you oil out. Do you just focus on the sunken in / matte sections or oil out the whole painting

[@XanBos]

The underpainting is always the process that gives me mixed emotions while in the middle of it. I’m either not liking it because it’s taking too long, or I’m excited because the laying down of the colors gives me a sense of completion, even though it is in the rough stage. (No more blank canvas) So my question to you is, which part of the process of creating a painting is your favorite? Is it the idea stage, the photo shoot stage, the blocking stage, or the detail stage? And why do you like that a portion of the process? Love how it’s looking so far! ❤❤

[@amandastone6856]

Such a beautiful and dramatic painting. Love the Medusa theme. My question... When you said that you mix the black for the background, what colours do you use to do this?

[@hannesrensen9319]

Cannot wait for next episode . Denmark

[@nicholasjagger6557]

Find this online Slew: David Bailly, Vanitas Still Life with self-portrait of the artist 1651. It's an older artist painting a double self-portrait as his younger self.

[@rhysejohn4271]

How do you keep the paint from becoming to thin? I always either have my paint be too dry and stiff so it won’t be fluid, or too liquid and watery so it drips and runs. I can’t seem to find the fluidity sweet spot

[@bentationfunkiloglio]

Embrace the most glorious battles. These are places you will live when the war winds down, until its inevitable end.

[@itsnotaphasemom4789]

Would you ever make a longer video about your painting process while working on a painting? Sort of like what you did here and for part 1 but combined until the painting is finished.

[@katyscrochetstuffies]

For oil painting do you have ventilation of any sorts? I’ve used oils in the past and had no issues with no proper ventilation but I now have a son that I need to worry about. Any tips?

[@lhharrison89]

Looking amazing already :)

[@dave4oh5]

Knowing how daunting and scary the process is going to be--how do you start?

[@dawnl.7792]

i noticed you made a custom color and tubed it up. what do you do with the leftovers once you're done with a painting? is it like leftovers when you try to plan another meal with them?

[@l_aurelee]

How do you stay inspired during the process? Especially since you have so much going on outside of just this painting. What type of techniques do you use to get through it? It’s probably my biggest struggle :)

[@BryanPearson]

Question: Monitors are normally calibrated for the print process. I'm assuming yours is also. Does using it directly for your reference instead of a physical print, throw any of the colors "off" since the light is projected through the screen vs being reflected from a paper print. Since in essence 'you' are the printer? Have you had to make major adjustments in - i guess - the richness/saturation to the final color mix? Or am i just over thinking the process....lol

[@inkling4799]

Best Project

[@rhdude1995]

Do you have a specifique color pallete you used for this painting?