3 Epic Sketchbook Tours with Jeff Watts

Jeff Watts cracks open several of his sketchbooks to give us an inside look at his work. Each book is filled to the brim with sketches, stories, and Jeff’s advice on how he approaches sketchbooking. So come check it out with us as Jeff shows us all his academic anatomy, figure, animal life drawing, painting, and illustration sketches! If you’re interested in viewing more of Jeff’s work make sure to check out his upcoming book on Bridgman (links below) and his channel - / wattsatelier
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Instructional How to Draw videos for artists. My drawing lessons are approachable enough for beginners and detailed enough for advanced artists. My philosophy is to teach timeless concepts in an entertaining way. I believe that when you are having fun, you learn better. I take pride in producing high quality videos that you will enjoy watching and re-watching.
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Intro - The Freak Fandango Orchestra

[@ProkoTV]

Thanks Jeff! If you’re interested in grabbing Jeff’s book you can get it here - www.leucadiapublishing.com/

[@perryclayton6806]

I love the idea that he said he may publish his sketchbooks eventually. The way he venerates Frazetta is awesome, but, honestly, I don't thing Frazetta had a lot on what Jeff is doing. Absolutely fantastic!

[@carlosroo5460]

Stan, I count and those where 4 sketchbooks, while "3" may sound better, I'm gonna politely ask to correct the video title, 'cause I don't like liars.

[@snakeysstyle783]

THANK YOU!! These interview type videos are truly amazing and I’m just so grateful for people like you who share the art and knowledge of people like this really loved the one with Finch too!!!

[@seebeyondtheveil9584]

Thank you! Just ordered it!

[@graysonsoldahl]

Respect for giving the show to Jeff. I didn't even remember I was on your channel at the end.

[@RICE-lq1zc]

Jeff Watts looking like he could break all my bones while he names them

[@artistsukh1127]

😂😂😂😂

[@noobartist3762]

full time mafia assassin, part time art teacher

[@johnpaulbruh7909]

@@noobartist3762 ikr , he looks like a Mafia boss.

[@milkbread5036]

LMFAO!!!! XD

[@bennys2950]

tokyo ghoul?

[@kingpen1179]

Respect to Stan and his team in giving genuine and free education to all artists all these years

[@AndrewMaksymBrainNectar]

Yeah, and we probably get more learning from this than most or all art schools. Seriously some of those art schools are not worth the cost.

[@nicoco678]

Yeah he even has a website filled with good information and a much lower price than most art schools. I think all schools will eventually switch over to this more online style. But idk I'm just a guy on the internet lol

[@AndrewMaksymBrainNectar]

@@brothermichaelmbogo2956 Yo that's pretty good. I'm still learning water colors too. They like to wash and bleed out a lot I've discovered

[@mr.skeemz4530]

I accidentally liked this comment, putting it to 70 likes. But I undid it, now it's at the perfect 69

[@kingpen1179]

@@mr.skeemz4530 noice

[@tinandonovski998]

* shows a masterpiece * Jeff: Oh here's just a simple sketch, nothing much..

[@bilalhussein9730]

Anyone overly impressed with Watts hasn't spent enough time studying the masters. www.albrechtdurer.org/An%20Elderly%20Man%20of%2093%20Years%20Albrecht%20Durer.jpg

[@franz3810]

@@bilalhussein9730 why boomers have to ruin everything

[@bilalhussein9730]

@@franz3810 Truth hurts young one.

[@mattakubodimasen10]

I'd disagree. What would you consider a master? A great, renowned artist of history? Has a good amount of impact to the art community and beyond? All the more reason I don't see sense. That's simply a flawed comparison. Have you seen Chinese masters, Russian masters, would you then compare them to a Renaissance artist and say they are no masters? Watts is obviously among the best of America, especially in the field of art education. Their styles are distinctively different and if that doesn't follow a particular style like Albrecht Durer's - a great European Renaissance artist - as per your example, would that qualify as something less? Renaissance style was beautiful and undoubtedly one of the most impactful art periods, in which great masters like Leonardo Da Vinci and Michaelangelo set out important developments in the field of anatomy. Since then, art of the human body has prospered and, as it is with art, branched out. Obviously, to be "overly impressed" is up to debate and each art styles are dependant on the viewer's taste. Not to disregard your opinion, but to any beginners or people who hasn't learn enough to get a full perspective on the arts, I'd want them to know Watts is a perfectly brilliant artist and teacher- among the best you can find online- and I would definitely consider him a master. Please, have some sense.

[@mattspaulding7488]

@@bilalhussein9730 it’s always a contest with them. Can’t just respect

[@Japeto9]

I always think it’s amazing how pre-internet, these amazing artists and their master lineages, were hidden away from most people just because of geography. And now, like a domino, watts’ students have spread this art resurgence empire that’s making its way around the world online and into every mode of industry! Artists are back baby 👨‍🎨

[@dbueno7858]

More like flex watts, he looks like he lifts

[@ShannenMatnarudin]

flex sqwatts

[@UkuleleVillain]

must be the Frazetta effect

[@platonicsage1298]

@@UkuleleVillain what is that?

[@fabiovenetz6779]

@@platonicsage1298 frazetta was ripped himself, he used to say he's about the only artist of his time who looks like the men he draws

[@Silver77cyn]

He flexed his muscles, and flexes his drawing skills.....

[@BigDomski]

Why is it that I like masters' sketches more than anything "finished"?

[@vinzcastro9304]

Me too

[@BigDomski]

@Little Femme Oh of course, I'm just saying that I love the rough works more somehow 😆

[@chump203]

You're probably a "process junkie" like me. In a sketch, you can see the workings and thoughts of the artist, what they're focusing on or trying to convey or how they're addressing a problem. Most of that is covered up the more polished it gets.

[@foggyvhs8790]

Maybe because you can see the process, it also feels a lot more approachable and reminds you of the motions and stages of drawing. A finished piece just hides everything, it can be daunting. All that construction gets hidden

[@tonyb1984]

That's why I've stayed passionate and never fell out of love with drawing. My sketchbooks are my therapy and where I have the most fun and free thought. There's no deadlines, no pricetag. Just whatever I want to fill the page with

[@SebastianTinajero]

Orangutan truly are magnificent animals that story Jeff shared about them recognizing themselves 🥺

[@dopekartistaddictionofart7837]

Howcome Jeff Watts is so fit and puffed ... damn those biceps.. seems he took anatomy at level where he make himself healthy as anatomically and feel those muscles and draw them wow

[@timowthie]

He just wants to be the best he can be in all aspects of life

[@dopekartistaddictionofart7837]

@@timowthie and he clearly achieved it 👍

[@guywithapencil]

If you watch Jeff Watts's "How to train to become a successful working artist" video, he says that he actually comes from an athletic background. He was an athlete who got into the habit of seeking out obscure information to better himself (especially in the time he grew up in where it was harder to find info on what you want to know compared to current day) , and that skill/discipline has translated over to his artistic training. Given his athletic past and passion for anatomy, I'd assume he still takes good care of his body and that's why his muscles are still well trained.

[@dopekartistaddictionofart7837]

@@guywithapencil wow

[@sallgoodman2323]

When he needs a reference for a bulging bicep, he just looks in a mirror and draws from life.

[@kavalkahn]

1. Watts is a fantastic artist and instructor, specially this year his teachings have been crucial to me, thanks for this; 2. Stan is really on the loose with the cameos; 3. Watts should punch reality to save 2020.

[@luccagiovani]

where can I find Watts teachings?

[@kavalkahn]

@@luccagiovani There's tons of videos on KZbin in their official channel, or you can visit their official site

[@scttbbcck]

@6:16 you mentioned some of this may be boring... Please, please, please don't be afraid of that. You're giving us the reason to be interested in it. Give us everything you've got.

[@lainasketches6711]

*incredible portrait* “Hmm that somehow slipped in here I don’t know.” 🙄🙄

[@scottfitzgerald5352]

The Teacher lifts!

[@definitelynotnick2454]

I had a similar experience with a male silverback laying next to the glass, we were both looking into one another's eyes. You can tell theyre's something more there, it was like looking into another person's eyes. Made me very sad knowing they are stuck in a place like that.

[@gabrielsan7678]

What an AMAZING artist. I admire him so much. I wish one day I can be able to draw as good as him.

[@MobbJacket88]

Alright, how many bodies does he have stuffed in his freezer?

[@andersreadssometimes2170]

literally my thoughts... art is just a cover for his secret organ smuggling operation.

[@jayobdamen8693]

Among the top 5 most overpowered sketchbooks I've ever seen. The mastery is just uncanny.

[@dopekartistaddictionofart7837]

the sketch book turned from sketch book of anatomy to Biology Practical Book filled with diagrams artistically damn quick wow

[@SuperFcsmith]

Beautiful stuff Jeff. I was a freelance illustrator for 10 years after graduating from Art Center. Then I went full time at Disney Scenic Art Dept after several years in the Scenic Art Union in LA. Worked on movie backdrops, stage murals, and lots more. Now retired at 71 doing my own stuff, mostly animals. Love those sketchbooks.

[@anthonypc1]

20:20 So true 🦧 This is why when visiting a ZOO I can't quite put it out of my mind that it's an animal prison.

[@arthobbitworks791]

I hope to have my sketch books looking like this some day too

[@bobopatchnosuke229]

Same here but I'll only be doin character design art. Let's go out there and succeed!

[@10hp88]

This guy is he 5 out of a 10 so much arrogance ☹️ not even University level 🤣

[@alexiayoung1225]

This video tells me how far I have to go but still inspires me to keep going

[@StudioArtFX]

This was great to see. I've been looking for more and better ways of "deliberate practice" and this answered so many questions for me. I might dare to try out one of his classes in the future.

[@raynoladominguez4730]

Much love and respect going out to Jeff Watts and Stan for great educational content.

[@davidaghamyan8461]

His sketches from highschool are like from the master artist

[@aberwood]

An early start with a great teacher! His dad's art is awesome, you can see the influence in Jeffs work.

[@bom-athapa4728]

Can proko make a video on MICHAEL HAMPTON'S Figure Drawing design and invention book or his take on studying anatomy.

[@geoffreyblackmer]

The zoom edit on "I think I turned out okay." is perfect.

[@princealcellabarca6042]

hi im prince from philippines I just wanted you to help me with my drawing because the only pencil I used was a Mongol 2 pencils and then I just saw it on the road because my parents didn't buy pencils because we were just poor becuase my father was a bus driver ang we are 7 siblings and im the eldest son of the family and im 15 year old boy i hope some day someone discover my drawing with my mongol 2 pencil....i hope you notice me ...I'm just daring to help you..godbless by overflowing blessings

[@princealcellabarca6042]

I want to increase my knowledge of drawing

[@mkAYY825]

wow, it just goes to show what a true master of modern times jeff is, i would love if a book were published of jeffs sketches, it would be an asset to any artist to have

[@pinnedcomment8614]

Fun Fact: Sliced bread was first manufactured by machine and sold in the 1920s by the Chillicothe Baking Company in Missouri. It was the greatest thing since…unsliced bread?? Any other ideas?

[@carlosroo5460]

Fantastic beast shape bread? No, wait...

[@MADMACwashere]

KLEY and WATTS bruh u need to chill

[@kimkimson627]

thank you so much for this inspiration. I feel that it is so overwhelming to learn anatomy on this level, so I rarely do this sort of training. Same with portrait, I would love to be able to draw people on the go. Maybe when I grow up more I will learn to put in the time- I am already trying to force myself to do figure drawing once a week. Again, thank you for showing this.

[@slick3869]

I love these Sketchbook tours. Pls more of this!

[@nutsandbolts1264]

Sketchbooks are underated, I mean not really, but people don't seem to care about some of the drawings and consider them to be just testing if something looks nice or not. But honestly if you're making a sketchbook you shouldn't care if it looks good or not, instead use it to try new ideas or try to get straighter lines and practice at getting better. It could look dumb or bad but as long as you're improving then it'll be worth it.

[@norelyramirez9105]

This video is the first I've seen of you, you are a master of anatomy!!

[@NarutoUzumaki-qr6ex]

thank you team proko for showing us artist we didnt know existed :)

[@cabeskywalker4346]

The fact that this man still attends lectures is a testament to his commitment to art.

[@jakuburban6921]

I have never clicked so fast!

[@mesolithicman164]

I don't really see this as a 'sketch book'. The drawings are very finished and analytical. The big problem people have with sketchbooks is the desire not to mess up a drawing, resulting in an unwillingness to try new things/ take chances. This results in a book full of tight drawings but little by way of experimentation.

[@jamespateluniversity]

I agree with the idea of people being too precious with their sketchbooks, but I think you've misdiagnosed this. I see a ton of experimentation and knowledge application in so much of the work shown, and even watts comments on how a lot of them were to figure something out or test out a composition. It's just done at such a high level that his idea of "loose" and "rough" doesn't necessarily coincide with ours. I mean look at your old sketchbooks and compare the average level to yourself now after you've grown as an artist, surely your sketches now make the old finished pieces look a little lacking.

[@mesolithicman164]

James Patel All I can say is that the thing that really helped me progress my art was not feeling every sketch had to be a masterpiece. In fact I had to give up sketchbooking in quality sketchbooks just to gain the freedom to experiment. Jeff Watts here presents a book full of lovely intricate artworks that in no way qualify as 'sketches'. Here is the Google definition of a sketch: " rough drawing representing the chief features of an object or scene and often made as a preliminary study. b : a tentative draft " While I agree that some of his drawings are studies, they are not in any way 'rough'. I would have been interested for him to show non super tight work but he doesn't seem to want to reveal thought processes, just technical ability. Don't forget he's selling a product, 'Jeff Watts' and the Watts Atelier.

[@sseam009]

Y los subtítulos en español ? Proko.

[@liammajka9146]

I don’t get how u draw like that. Ur so good

[@nathanthompson147]

This is so cool. I like art...especially when it comes to drawing. But this makes me appreciate it even more

[@chowluru]

57th

[@dannuttle9005]

Inspiring. I can imagine an alternate self who goes to the zoo three or four days a week and just sketches the animals, and spends the rest of the week painting them in the studio.

[@TropikSchmitt]

"I took Frazetta and Dean Cornwelled it out" - gotta love the postmodern age

[@thegochie]

Nothing more depressing than a highschool sketchbook with quality that looks like you need to practice for 60 years to reach.

[@illustratornamedkasper]

:-D

[@mikeymike2256]

I don't see the point of drawing muscle ligaments and skeletons for a better take on anatomy. Maybe if you want to become a surgeon.

[@rssbr88]

Would love a video of Jeff Watts explaining the Riley Method. Information on its kind of scarce and hard to understand. Awesome video and amazing work! Also would like a bonus video of Jeff Watts' lifting routine 🤣

[@mikerolli9469]

Amazing art, and artist. ...but... around 9mins in, and starting to suspect his reference material might be more than books... 9:19 "dont need to cut people open anymore".. THANK YOU GOOGLE 🙏

[@tonyb1984]

One of the GREATS! This man is a Master of the craft. If anyone finds that anatomy isn't important, then you will never reach your full potential. It is extremely important and beyond helpful to how you approach your piece and throughout. It's one thing to know how to draw something, but just imagine how it will come out when you know what's underneath and the correct placements/movements etc... it's truly wonderful

[@mikeymike2256]

23:46 "here is another great one of the chimpanzees" Hum, I am pretty sure it's an Orang Outang, but I didn't draw it myself. What do I know?

[@KitKatWiffleBallBat]

Damn! Jeff is as serious as they come when it comes to anatomy. This guy should almost just go get his medical degree! I see this from both sides of a coin. On one side rests not having to know that level of anatomy and still produce decent art by having a unique style developed, or using structure of vehicles/animals etc. On the opposite side of the coin is going this far and learning so much that I almost never make a mistake on anatomy ever again, and have the knowledge to apply it to a myriad of things. Maybe I could aim for somewhere in between? Could be useful either way.

[@kavereon]

Great sketchbooks! It shows the love of the craft as well as the discipline! Thank you both for making this video

[@TheGrandmaster1]

I've bought and downloaded probably two dozen courses on drawing in the past month, multiple on Anatomy and several books. I just spent more time drawing and learning from this dude's sketchbook from one damn 40 minute KZbin than all the rest of my materials put together.

[@giulyanoviniciussanssilva2947]

Jeff Watts and the guy who draws Mignola style are the designers I like the most here.

[@kencramer2232]

You said you could talk about your drawings, inspirations etc forever. Well then, some of us will listen! Accomplished artists like yourself shouldn’t underestimate their power to influence others. Its fascinating to hear your journey; the specifics of what, how & why it works for you- the human struggles we can all identify with. Thanks Jeff & Cheers from Australia

[@SebastianTinajero]

These videos feel like mini Christmas gifts

[@Ravenwolf21]

Man.. thats a great sketchbook. I haven't touched any art things after my graduation. I graduated from concept art. But my motivation has been shot. And I have had my artist block for many years. Do you have any advice?

[@eyoobot7084]

I love how he has different sketchbooks for different subject matter, nice workflow

[@sallgoodman2323]

Same here. I often draw in my sketchbooks with my rough work on one side with more polished sketches starting on the other.

[@Kckvisions]

Hi Jeff, im wondering what you used as a reference/references while you studied human anatomy; a specific textbook, images from the internet? Im interested in carrying out a similar study and unsure of where to start. Beautiful work! Thanks!

[@yoyolol22]

Jeff has probably never drawn a cute anime girl, I feel bad for him

[@preparedsurvivalist2245]

I like how he does that cliche stretching\scratching mannerism right as he makes a subtle flex by saying he worked for DreamWorks in his 20s. Like hes trying to be all nonchalant about it and play it off likes he's not bragging.

[@SuperWeedPower]

🤣

[@Gondohar]

This is a really inspirational video. I think we can learn a lot by listening to the things Jeff says influenced him while he went through his art career. I don't know how to rank the things that he mentioned, but in no particular order, here are some of the things that seemed important to me: A. Draw from reference and draw from life, then draw from imagination. Make sure you focus on all of them. B. Try to see inspiration in everything, and try to draw everything well. Slow down, and make the subject you're drawing look good. C. Let great artists influence you. Don't be afraid to copy/study them, learn from them, and try to emulate them. It's how humans learn. D. Draw often, and do it for fun, but do it with a purpose. Try to learn something with everything you draw. I hope everyone takes important lessons from videos like this. Have a great holiday season!

[@neggit2063]

Just a guy using his Non-photo Blue Prismacolor™ pencil and finishing it up with his Brown Prismacolor™ pencil.

[@maxnme21]

I just learned how to spell and define “Genius “ = “WATTS”……no other way.!

[@harindranugraha]

Supercool master. You are my motivation

[@birdy369]

26:54 that's an Anna Nicole Smith reference - I have that same Playboy magazine & have referenced it for some sketches myself 😅 it's a photo of her in black and white used for the cover of an issue of the gentleman's magazine

[@haraldcarlsten6238]

Can someone list all the artists he mentions. I have a hard time to decipher what Jeff's says. Especially 33:29 min into the video he mention an artist. I would like to check it out.

[@seanramsey]

At that point he was talking about Paul Bonner

[@ThatkidSquid]

I want to learn from Jeff so bad T-T but the classes are just so expensive T-T

[@ShriyogIngale]

Can we have a collab with Alex Hillkurtz some day?

[@jules_ey9903]

I think i turned out okay 😂

[@KillerTacos54]

Wow this is awesome!

[@fabiovaldesaraneda2012]

CHAD Watts

[@johnadams2063]

Man bun or not this kid is great. Nothing wrong with being gay I guess but it's off putting a little. But my god is this cat good.

[@meredith7236]

The animals are beautiful fun

[@bigfluff9069]

This is more of a biology notebook, but of a very good artist

[@justinferrell7483]

this video made me wanna just spend a few hrs at the zoo every day drawing for the orangutans. keep them less bored :(

[@ekogoenarto8245]

New workout challenge, draw enough until your arms are swole

[@AvtarSDuhra]

No matter how many times I watch it, its just mind blowing.

[@alessandrocaviola1575]

Amazing drawings. Wish i could draw like this...

[@rexgrl3]

Can anyone out there confirm @ 0L51, is that Frank Frazetta on the left?

[@supercool42_]

JEFF.

[@VitorSdS745]

Perdi a conta de quantas vezes assisti esse vídeo

[@josh-yl7li]

POGGERS JEFF WATS

[@zacharycieszinski5465]

Thanks for having him on, this guy is really passionate and inspiring

[@lucky_luck5411]

is it me or is Jeff Watts pretty -Buff for a painter?

[@theamazingone5217]

Did we ever learn which animal drawing book they had used?

[@writereducator]

It's amazing that human beings can do this.

[@DERRICKLEONIDAS365]

Did you make that table that your showing the sketches on ?

[@the_Googie]

This dude is the ULTIMATE badass. Insanely talented CHECK Buff CHECK Cool attitude and demeanor CHECK Old Harleys CHECK

[@raygsbrelcik5578]

All that complex Musculature did NOT come into existence by itself----This I know!

[@dplj4428]

Thank you for this with Mr Jeff Watts. I know of Hogarth and Bridgeman but not sure about Riley. Years ago, I drew through “Dynamic Anatomy”, nothing else. Knowing how the body turns, twists made it much easier to later draw from memory as well improvement of my life drawings.

[@antonioblanco3086]

I love these kinds of videos because you see the artist's thoughts

[@stangerling9412]

As a medical intern, I can say that this guy can replace Netter

[@raygsbrelcik5578]

Question: As an Artist, why WOULDN'T you want to Excell in Human Anatomy?

[@Bobsyournobs]

Wow. Very impressive. Great work.

[@atilab99draws58]

what a legend of a man

[@sparks2749]

I went to Cal Arts to study Animation with Jack Hanna (Donald duck, Chip N Dale),... we did so many sketchbooks and movement studies. I have no idea where they all went to. I have some put away,... but somehow many have come up missing. So many loose papers. Even my animation seems to have been tossed at one point. I have the films though! A good friend of mine Sandy Colora keeps a good record of his and has printed a book. I was thinking of printing what I have,... but there are so many other people already,... and other than "Artists" who would care? I see so many good draftsman and women,... what's the point? We have thousands of paintings and drawings to represent the world,... to last a thousand lifetimes!

[@Rey-rj4vx]

damn, this man is a living master