The Art of Botanical Illustration; A Norfolk Island Pine by Angela Lober

[@NatureFilmsByJohnKha]

This was amazing to watch a year ago and still fantastic to watch again. Much respect to Angela and the production team for producing this to share!

[@zeddnl6514]

This 13 minute video taught me a lot of techniques rather than the 1hr ones available online.

[@kava2021]

I am totally floored in the amount of details involved. I’m also impressed with the artistry of constructing a botanical illustration - researching, detailed pencil sketch and painting in watercolor using dry brushing techniques. As mentioned in one of the comments, so much is said on how to do a botanical illustration in 13 minutes than taking an hour long class.

[@lindyk7132]

The final touch - the stretching after painting, and that tip with the window glass - it quite a revelation to me. I always see people recomending stretching as a first step ( which I've tried and done, without getting the point of it because I'd get buckled paper anyway). Beautiful process to watch. Amazing technique and precision. Hats off! ❤

[@kathleengarness1660]

That's a spectacular piece. I believe you put easily 200 hours into it, including your preliminary and color studies. Congratulations!

[@ShakespeareCafe]

Biological and medical illustration will always supercede photography with its exquisite sensitivity and detail...art meets science. That particular specimen of a Norfolk Island Pine is exquisite. If you're ever in San Francisco's Castro district there is a noble Norfolk within view of the Castro Muni Station if you're curious to see one in person

[@DaisyDebs]

I watched you do this some years ago and came back to watch it again this morning . It is fabulous ! 🌿🌿🌿

[@leslienewman2052]

This was so mesmerizing to watch, she is a master artist. Incredible work!

[@UknownWorlds]

Beautiful. Just makes me cry because of its beauty. Just beautiful.

[@tamerov2387]

[@Carlos_Lasmar_Valdes]

Her nice voice is an invitation to contemplate her wonderful illustrations. I love it.

You are the "First" - Botanical Artist, that has a huge name in this Artistry!!! Yours is the "accolade" of Botanical Art!!!

[@woodywood1951]

Your illustrations are as beautiful as Georges-Louis Leclerc de Buffon (1707-1788) illustrations. My father had some of them, and my sister and I inherited them.

[@GetYourPhilofArt]

Amazing. Love how she stretched her piece at the end.

[@dulcepalacios4148]

Thank you Angela, for sharing your beautiful and amazing work!!! 🌲🖌♥🍃🤗

[@reaberilla7134]

I can't get "enough" of the knowledge this woman offers to the Botanical World! I have watched this episode for somewhat like 6 to 8 times now!

[@eienbeau]

This is seriously fascinating! What a masterpiece! Thank you for sharing this beautiful art.

[@az10821]

Beautiful artwork and so relaxing, love it. Thank you for sharing.

[@BlammorSybel]

This is the magic that attracts me to watercolor

[@stringmanipulator]

How can 4 people left a thumbs down on this ??? .. it's incredible .. that's what it is ..wow

[@krankywitch]

Sadly, many people don’t realise they are doing it. When a ‘suggested’ video pops up in their feed, they tap Not Interested, are asked Why, and tap I Don’t Like The Video, which then applies a thumbs down. They do it thinking it will filter away similar videos, or those on the same topic, from their feed. It’s only a couple/three years since YT took away the Topic options, and this is the result - unwarranted thumbs down ☹️

[@LynnePriceStudio]

Beautiful, Angela. Your hard work and long hours are so worthwhile.

[@ValeriaVincentSancisi]

Thank you for the narration of your process and Botanicl painting today... I love your take on the detail and agree with finding the personality of your specimen

[@deldridg]

Thank you for producing such a beautiful video. Art of this type is of the highest order and as a photographer, I am moved to witness the level of attention to detail and skill applied to creating such a work. It is very special to stand before artworks like these and now to have some insight into what goes into making them, I will have a deeper appreciation. Many thanks! David

[@bastien7091]

I love so much this kind of illustrations

[@lilymcmillan5112]

SMASHING !! ....You are absolutely the best watercolor artist that I've ever seen !! There just isn't words grand enough to describe your talent.

[@luciaspilotros]

Finalmente alguém foi sincero sobre o tempo gasto para realizar um trabalho lindo como este. 200 horas...pelo que entendi. E também mostrou a técnica realizada de maneira honesta. Maravilhoso vídeo. Gratitude.

[@connieebinger6343]

Oh my gosh! Absolutely stunning. I admire your patience, attention to detail and love for the plants!

[@danthomas6587]

Nothing short of spectacular. Beautiful work.

[@Jamie-Russell-CME]

Fantastic. Brilliant. Images of God, echoing divine creation in two dimensions.

[@joannefk4758]

Wow, I am in total awe!

[@fajriyavpfajriya8229]

Ohhh..so brilliant painting... superb 👍

[@debashri27]

There's so much care and work put into it. I'm overwhelmed just trying to think about taking on even a tenth of the work.

[@hayleygeek]

I'm going to be starting a botanical art class and I am loving the inspiration on this platform. What a beautiful piece

[@regent260]

Most beautiful thing I've seen for ages. Can't stop looking at it.

[@robertjschroff6307]

The most scientific, accurate and superbly detailed botanical artwork what I've ever seen. Just amazing.

[@PaulineMilat]

So wonderful to watch your amazing artistic talent and allowing us to enjoy the intricate details of the Norfolk pine and cone…..thankyou from Pauline

[@paulmurphy612]

Thank you for the video. I’m glad you spent time telling your viewers about the process.

[@Tugboat-R-Us]

Truly a work of art. So satisfying to watch ❤

[@sharonweeks3508]

Amazing and beautiful. I so wished I had what it takes to do something like this. Maybe not on such a grand size, but something that represents our Southeast Deserts in Arizona, USA. Thank you for your time and talent.

[@MargThomson]

That was just wonderful, thank you 💖 What stunning work and so very informative xoxox

[@averilhenzell899]

I am inspired by you to have a go at Botanical Art. Your entire process, from collection of specimen to taping work on glass is the most enlightening watercolour video I have ever seen. Thank you & please do more videos.

[@asyuki193]

I believe the way an artist paints really mirrors that artist's personality, I applaud this lady who has such a diligent and an elegant way of working, that sort of art requires considerable amount of patience and as someone who loves to paint with the moment rather than taking long times to plan out my piece I'm thoroughly impressed. I thrive to be more diligent the way I work and this has inspired me to work for that goal even more.

[@onthehill3381]

That is a very nice comment. I am a botanical illustrator and paint in a very detailed way. I have received comments over the years that I should “loosen up”. as if this style of painting is somehow undesirable. Every one has their own style and what is tight for them.

[@unicornpixels]

Absolutely beautiful. Very inspiring.

[@fabianwatt4901]

Amazing art work and craftsmanship! What a beautiful way to appreciate nature and help preserving it (on paper and hopefully also in the field).

[@candyh2o]

Beautiful work, and thank you for sharing your talent with us.

[@Cashious]

Very admirable dedication!

[@nursdurkin]

Loved watching you go through this time-intensive labor of love! Wonderful!

[@stephanieb1969]

What a beautiful work! I really love this video and your illustrations 😍

[@nicoy5917]

Her voice is calming..

[@johnnywhite1681]

Wonderful video and beautiful artwork. Thank you.

[@maittlen]

Truly beautiful!

[@gaiartstudio]

I plan to focus on botanical painting. I'm glad that i found your video

[@theresaaberilla3612]

The 'quality' of the watercolor , itself, is very vital!

[@IrisMG]

Perfect. I've always wanted to see one of these types of drawings done start to finish. I wish the artist could have shown how she keeps her specimen alive long enough to sketch it, though

[@SuzanneLegault]

Wow! Such a beautiful inspirational video

[@monicanataliarodriguezduar7121]

mis respetos que paciencia....perfeccionista

[@mrpeace8083]

Beautiful work absolutely inspiring

[@bodgertime]

that was very interesting, lovely artistry 🌲

[@CristinaViviArt]

Beautiful! I'd love to be able to paint in such detail. Great skill!

[@katazaz]

Wow, did you create your color charts that are first shown at about 6:13? Or are they something that can be obtained from the company? Or do you sell them? They're beautiful and would be so helpful and inspiring!!

[@user-dq2ym1nn9k]

She has definitely made that - and you can make one too! Plenty of youtube clips of how to pick a colour palette and paint a colour chart

[@pipfox7834]

yes colour charts are simple to do, if time consuming. Doing separate charts for each painting, if your flower is likely to die mid process, is very practical and is obviously only used for your own painting subject. In other words, no point buying someone elses colour charts.

[@cezary9778]

Impressive work, Angela, you shine through it.

[@Rayzor714]

Brilliant! Thank you Ms. Lober & all involved.

[@rino70s]

brilliant, the beauty of your art has moved me. thank you for sharing

[@shreeyatyagi]

Absolutely fantastic ❤🎉

[@Cruora]

Omg, it is so beautiful. Very careful and patient job. I admire it.

[@deborahhaines7820]

your painting is absolutely stunning and you are inspiring!

[@Northumbergull]

Wonderful ❤ Might I just ask what is the brand of magnifying glass/light that you were using from about 2/3rds of the way into this lovely video?🔎

[@theonghantan862]

Thanks for sharing ..really beautifull and great master work From Singapore

[@bettyvillegas8258]

Amazing, just Beautiful !!!!

[@greekveteran2715]

Please,does anybody know,what brush she uses at 8:45? I mean which brand and series brush is that? I'd really appreciate some feedback.Thank's in advance

[@debramoss2267]

Stunning, every intricate tiny detail, it's alive with the essence of the plant. Pulls together into a strident, powerful tribute. Artistic genius and excellent. Perfect. Thank you for this beauty and inspiration 🙏🏼

[@NotThatBob]

WOW! Miss Angela is a truly disciplined artist/scientist. I loved this video.

[@joseandygonzalez5624]

Astonishing... Thanks for sharing your talent.

[@sheilawolk]

a PERFECT demonstration!! THANK YOU!

[@ezzmay2000]

Just absolutely beautiful art and attention to detail. I wonder if those higher parts of the trees could be accessed by a drone with a good camera mounted on it.

[@pipfox7834]

Erin the great thing about human beings, in this case, our eyes is: the human eye is still far superior to a camera lens. We are also able to view a flower from many angles, while painting it and thus we can bring everything into focus at once. Which a camera cannot yet do...not even the best of them!

[@ezzmay2000]

@@pipfox7834 totally agree with you there :)

[@tatianawhite5207]

Andrea Lober you are my favorite superhero! I loved watching you create magic!

[@이사랑-p3z]

Wow ~ I need patience this drawing. I admire you.

[@noelleckuson]

This was absolutely fascinating and inspiring! Thank you!

[@gastonjerez4314]

lovely work and voice too

[@hannahwc608]

Please tell where you got that awesome mixing palette! I can't find one like it anywhere!!!

[@BethPeppersCoats]

Amazing! Endless patience!Gorgeous!

[@richardbutler9692]

Excellently done. and thank you so much for sharing your skill and talent with us!

[@antonbradburn1960]

I think your work is exceptional and this video truly inspirational. I am also a botanical artist, but not in your league. I was in Sydney for a few days earlier this year and spent some time in the Royal Botanic Gardens. I may even have seen the very Norfolk Pine from which you collected your specimen. I wish I could have seen your work in person rather than mediated by video. Perhaps next time. Thank you so much for making and posting this video.

[@joyofdigitalpainting8909]

Wow! Really amazing You are so patient and extremely talented 👏👏👏

[@sallyweiner4180]

Just wow❤❤❤

[@JJBichos]

Exquisito... Un nivel de detalles extraordinario...

[@atouchofmagic1244]

This is beautiful so much patience

[@NatPaintThat]

Absolutely incredible!!!! I haven't had much of a chance to work with watercolor, this video is motivating!

[@bhishmabhatti6313]

No words for your work

[@yelenaantipova3964]

Awesome! So much helpful info

[@djonikasteller5509]

You're really a great artist. Thank you for sharing your passion

[@amdza]

This was very helpful. All my watercolor experience is in portraits but I've really been wanting to start botanical art.

[@sandritarteaga]

Hermoso! Qué líquido aplica en parte trasera de la hoja al acabar ? Es agua?

[@PoliticalPars]

Just beautiful; lovely specimen.

[@petrmai9152]

MASTERPIECE!

[@isisriospitufin8528]

Hermoso✨️👏👏La araucaria crece en mi provincia Neuquen, es una especie prehistorica, que habita la zona vertebral de la Cordillera de los Andes...su fruto, el piñon, sale de una piña o cabeza... Bellisimo tu trabajo✨️👏👏👏La araucaria(femenino) y el Pehuen(masculino)

[@harleetriffett7951]

oh wow.. where can i buy one of these?

[@OldLady-um9kt]

Wonderful! Great video, thank you. I would be so worried at the stretching of the paper after all that work has been done. I have never seen it done "afterwards". I guess the watercolors don't bleed if you are putting water on the back. I just would be so scared to loose all that work. But it obviously works for you. I will have to try it. I never thought to use my window to "stretch" my paper on. Very interesting video. Hugs!

[@vanillaearlgray]

I know, right? I've been working with watercolours for years and the stretching process STILL makes me worried!

[@pipfox7834]

i am guessing she is working on very heavy paper, 300 gsm - so the thickness should preserve the painting from being disturbed by water layer lightly brushed on the reverse side. My guess anyway....

[@redasileikiene3434]

Wonderful...

[@tinyjin3150]

I graduated biology. Gosh i was so inspired with this kind of work

[@lisa911weller]

Wow, what great talent you have