The Art of Starting a Painting - how to use watercolor to sooth your soul and heal your heart

[@melindaavila498]

I admit I am addicted to KZbin. But now, I am sick and tired of the political channels, and I am now limiting my time on it. I walk my dog, and enjoy cooking (but less and less so) There are many wonderful artists out there, so I have a list of subscriptions and go to them for painting. You are an inspiration Diane!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Yes Melinda, it’s so easy to be addicted to watching these ridiculous videos. 99% of it is lies, I’m sure. People talk about ‘click bait’ as if it was okay to deceive people into watching videos which don’t live up to their titles! So glad you enjoy our channel!

[@kimmom7785]

I agree with you. I do the same! ❤🦮

[@dianesleeman5940]

So right. Political comment is so depressing. Art soothes, both watching and creating. Dog walking is the next best therapy for the world's woes.

[@infiniteawareness2698]

Omg…me too…my interest in cooking is basically wishing I did not have to eat! And now my interest in art as I am a beginner artist is emerging. I basically withdrew almost completely from the outside world and I LOVE IT 🥰

[@coletteg.4548]

I agree with you completely Diane . It’s like chaos is everywhere. I don’t like it either. Always glad to paint to get away from all that .

[@Lauraisabelgonzalezart]

There's a reason we turn to you... you're not like the others. You are our quiet and calm in this chaotic world. DON'T EVER CHANGE...

[@tavenchristensen3157]

Oh Diane, you’re not getting old. hahaha You just need a break for a bit. OR A HOLIDAY! :)) - I love listening to 😂 you, and so does my Aunt. We love watching you outside with your animals etc. It’s feels SO calm when you are talking to your family animals and telling us about them. - I bet a lot of people would like to see you do more of that. You wouldn’t have to think of lots of stuff to say… just be yourself. ( as if we were there with you.) I think most people like to hear about other peoples lives. 🤗 You are one of the most loveliest, honest, real people that me and my Aunt listen to. (salt of the earth you are ♥️) 🐑 My Aunt told me to tell you that. Her name is Lily McMillan… she joined your group last year. 🫶 ▫️ Blessings to you ALL. 💕✝️🕊

[@deborahmielke620]

Diane i love coming here to your channel not just for your teachings or watching you paint and finish with an amazing painting but also the stories, story time, your views, view point and EVERYTHING you chatter on about❣️ just love it all...❤️

[@vivdawson5953]

You can’t do too many birds for me🤗! I agree with you about the mad world we’re all living in ….. but I literally ignore it all on utube and I am just grateful for your input ….. anything you paint is great and your tutorials are the best 🙏🏻

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Viv, really appreciate that!

[@nancydyer3143]

Thank you, Diane for providing an escape from what’s going on in the world right now, helps me to continue coping. ❤

[@ERoberts-jp5zr]

I love all yellow flowers, they remind me of sunshine. Even on miserable days 💛☀️🏵🌼🌻 xx

[@windywednesday4166]

I love the yellow flowers and birds, too. I find the color really attractive ❤

[@kayclark4406]

It turned out so lovely! I really enjoy your crowing rooster and I’m so happy he got away-may he heal and grow back his feathers quickly. Thank you for a calming video on a cloudy, rainy day in Southern California.

[@windywednesday4166]

It truly is an inspiring story. Especially since 'we' started the video talking about how we all need hope right now... it reminds me of the scene in Evan Almighty when Morgan Freeman is explaining to the woman that when we pray for something, like hope, God doesn't give us the hope, he gives us the opportunity for the hopefulness. ❤

[@debbieakers1967]

I loved watching you paint this and so glad the rooster is ok ❤

[@JaydeenAngel]

Love your occasional rants. And love the painting.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much!

[@BrendaApt]

Couldn't agree more about tube causing stress in our lives. Thank you so much for doing this painting. ..so full of life and color.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much!

[@ginatriana1523]

...as humanity becomes more dumbed and numbed down, it takes more hype to catch our eyes and attention....it will reach a point when it all blows up in our faces, and then, we'll cycle back to calm simple ways. Humanity's pattern since the beginning of time. Thank you for your art, your channel, your inspiration that we can be a calm in this life storm. God bless you and all us and we seek Him through human connection and creativity.🙏😌💕💐

[@happy2bgrandma313]

You have no idea how much you have inspired me since I started watching you, keep on doing what you do and just be you, that's what I love about your channel!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wow, thank you! That’s such a good thing to know.

[@windywednesday4166]

Me too... I love the discussions about paint and painting, but your conversations make me feel like I'm sitting with a friend.

[@happy2bgrandma313]

Absolutely that’s how I feel too

[@jacquiliddell7680]

I agree wholeheartedly, everything is dramatic. Lies, selfishness, loud etc etc. even the adverts are crass or loud . Diane, don’t get too down, we all have a day i days like this, just down, and everything that’s going on makes it worse. ❤. I live in France and I have a bluebell wood so I am loving that you are doing bluebells xx. So pleased to hear that Remy is still with us. Wha an amazing story. I live live in Lathus St Remy

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Ha ha you have something in common with our rooster then, the name! I haven’t ever seen bluebells here in Brittany but they might exist. But not in the way they do in England. Thanks for your support Jacqui, much appreciated !!

[@debfarrell2505]

I too have aphantasia. I only just realized it a few months ago when my son was telling me he had it and what it was. I find I must see an image to get inspiration,can't just conjure it up in my head. Love this piece with the foliage and birds being almost shadows.

[@valeriecarter5475]

Just be yourself in all circumstances. ❤ Art is not simple because it needs a creative mind & spirit. You painted and I found it fresh and bright. Thank you!

[@simoneschroeder5466]

Diane, of course i watch your videos for new inspirations and i have tried out many of the things you’re done. But the other part of your channel is just listening to you talk about your life, your mindset and your animals! I just love it!❤And the story of the cockral made me very happy.❤ 😊

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Simone, that’s so kind, and Rémi is quite relieved!

[@Sundies_Art]

Oh Diane, I am so glad that Remy survived that traumatic experience, and only by the grace of God and your prayers did this happen. Thank you so much for sharing that story with us. I absolutely love all that you do. It is wonderful to hear that even people that paint every day still have a struggle figuring out what to paint. I often sit and just freeze and don't end up painting anything. Such a struggle for me for sure. This painting turned out quite good in my opinion.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much, and yes, it was a miracle, no doubt about that! I’m moving away from depicting “things” and starting to paint intuitively and then if “things” emerge, like the story that came through in this painting, so much the better!

[@cathygraetz7229]

So enjoyed this morning with you, Diane - loved watching you find your way through the painting, and found myself agreeing with your comments on life and our brave new world. Glad to hear Remi escaped - reminds me of Chanticleer and the fox:) Thanks for all the joy you give me, Diane!

[@CookieMum]

I am so pleased Remi is safe back with those who love him. I enjoy listening to him and the other nature surrounding you. Your painting is calming and pleasing to the eye and mind. I totally agree with all that you shared with us. I find the world to be a sad, challenging, and worrisome place. Your channel is always a bright, comforting friend. Thank you❤

[@windywednesday4166]

Right? In a worrying world, this channel is like a safe haven. It's even better when I make the time to paint along. I hope you both have a blessed day. It's nice to see sympathetic people in the chat. ❤

[@patriciahorelick6450]

I will say you have gotten me painting just about every day and I’m much happier and better balanced when I do that so thank you 💕

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wonderful! That is really good to know Patricia xxx

[@junkjournalmavenwannabe]

I always enjoy watching you paint-it seems so effortless for you. So, thank you for sharing your struggles. It does help to know we are not alone. Regarding entertainment my husband and I are so offended by most of the new offerings, we watch old westerns and most anything before 1960…

[@susanorban3059]

Hi Diane I TOTALLY agree with you being sick to death of ALL the negativity and despair. And it's sprinkled all through out all of KZbin. So I try not to see too much of all of that and come to the art channels like yours and a few others that feed my soul and teach me how to do something worthwhile and lovely. Thank you so much for all the wonderful videos that you and Tamsin produce. You have made the lives of many many of us happier and better. We all love you!!❤️🥰❤️❣️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Susan, I’m so glad to hear that you enjoy our channel. Sadly even some of the art channels are subject to the hype and click bait trend, the effect of which I do find quite alarming. I have a “thing” about the truth and don’t find these misleading headlines acceptable at all - and it’s harder to look past them than it ought to be! Like everyone else I’m tempted to click! Argh! There goes another half hour of my life into the bin!

[@karencarlson1693]

That's amazing how your grow a garden and a flock of birds out of a collection of lines. This is lovely!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Many thanks!

[@stephaniedagnese5891]

Yes, Diane I totally agree with you. Do not fall into their traps. So much negativity that I can do without …….painting is my goal.

[@hilarybailey2902]

Thank you Diane that was so lovely to watch and to listen to you chat. It was wonderful to see your peaceful and almost ethereal painting evolve using such gentle colours. Such a contrast from the mad bad world you were describing. I escaped and felt myself relax watching you. I would love to try something like that tomorrow 😊

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome Hilary and I’m glad you enjoyed it! Hope you gave it a try!

[@arttulip100561]

I hope you don’t run out of ideas. You are so inspiring. ❤❤❤

[@teresazade7496]

I love the idea of just painting to be calm instead of "painting something. " I will try that. I love the whitish bit in the center. Thank you.

[@Jeannette.akaJnett]

Diane love your honesty and speaking your mind. Rather refreshing and I agree, some of what they attempt to push at us is disturbing to the soul.

[@ejej1964]

I really like how you paint real simple, where we can follow along. I agree we are living in a crazy world today. But painting does smooth my soul and I love doing it.

[@ewwwobbie]

I really enjoyed this video Diane. I think you sum up the way I am feeling most of the time, and make me feel like maybe I am not crazy after all! You encourage me. Thank you! I cried about the rooster. We found a pigeon frozen in the pond and stiff as a board once, and we prayed for it. It came back to life, and we named him Miracle! God cares about animals, and He responds to a broken heart. You never forget things like that!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Oh my goodness! That’s amazing! I do wonder whether my quick prayer for Rémi made a difference - Tamsin was sure he must have died. God doesn’t abandon us!

[@patriciahorelick6450]

I love this soft feathery painting…and Thank God Remy is safe!!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Yes, thank you, it was a miracle!

[@memorykeepersarchive3953]

Thank you so much for your wisdom and tutorials. I am 60 and began watercolor art about 5 or 6 yrs ago. It’s relaxing and exciting, it’s joyful and you continue to inspire me. ❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wonderful! So glad to be part of your journey!

[@jeanfriedman2230]

Certainly agree with you about the state of “communication “ dictated to us. I am grateful for knowing better- otherwise it would be exhausting. I enjoy, very much what you do. Always enlightening and fun! You are a public service for lifting spirits, so thank you for that! We mustn’t allow the absurdities to take hold….the creative spirit helps to rise above. Thanks Diane!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Jean, I always worry a little about voicing my negative thoughts as the trend is only to say positive things in public, but somehow these things demand to be said from time to time! Meanwhile, we’ll get on with life and the joy of painting!

[@carolyndaughton3373]

Diane, it's so enjoyable to sit with you and watch you create. It is hard to believe that your channel is coming up on 4 years now. Congratulations to you and Tamsin on changing so many lives in a positive way. I'm happy your cockrell survived and is safely back home. What kind young lads to return him safely to you and Tamsin. It's always nice to hear you talk and listen to your stories and point of views. I enjoyed your flipping through your book to glance at your gorgeous paintings. I love yellow and just started painting some of your Easter chick cards from last year. The Kuretake yellow is a happy color and one of my favorites. I got to watch two of your tutorials today. Lucky me!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Carolyn and thanks for your (always) kind and imaginative comments! I truly am grateful to you for your unending support from the beginning of the channel, when we were anxiously counting the number of views and comments! We still do, and you’re still there - wonderful!

[@carolynmaccord3635]

Thank goodness for the kindness of those young men. I hope the best for Remy!

[@tavenchristensen3157]

This is my third comment and I apologize for that but, Oh Diane… I just heard your frightening story. 🥹 Our hearts are hurting for you and your little Cockerel. I just LOVE them!! They have such strong personalities. They’re good guards. :)) And they’re so beautiful too! - I’m SO happy he’s alive. He was probably so happy to be in your arms! PLEASE KEEP US UPDATED!! I truly believe God kept him alive because you called on Him through desperate prayer. God is SO good!! ▫️ One time long ago, my Aunt yelled loudly, praying out loud when Grandma was choking and immediately she started to breathe again. - Anyways Diane, THANKYOU for sharing your thoughts and cares with us. 🙏🏼 Sending prayers for a FULL recovery of Cock a doodle do! 🙂

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

It’s amazing, what can happen when we pray, especially when it’s truly heartfelt. Yes, Monsigneur Rémi is doing fine now!

[@PatriciaBarland-ph9re]

I love your approach to watercolor and I love to hear your stories. So thankful that your cockerill survived. You inspire me to Paint! Thank you

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much! Yes, it was a minor miracle he survived!

[@gailhicks6547]

Never boring. I love watching the way you seem to just let your hand and brush take the lead. How much time did it take you to be able to paint and continue talking like that. Amazing!

[@audreylawrence82]

So calm and relaxing, love those colors💙💜💚

[@polgara28]

I use an extension called BlockTube. It helps me control the YT feed to an extent. So much clickbait! About 8 or 9 months ago, the "in" thing to do for the card on the video was to have your mouth open as if you were shocked. 😮It looked like a magazine full of blow up dolls! That was when I decided to either find a way to fix my feed or give up on YT altogether. It isn't perfect, but it is a lot better. Thank you for being a spot of calm in a crazy world, Diane. You've helped so many people! Love from the US 🌻

[@LindaKing-nq6ut]

Love the soft background & colours 🙂

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much 😊

[@PolarBearChicky]

Please don't stop painting! I love your art and just relaxing "with" you. There are three beautiful paintings on page 194 of that book. Some ships in pink and purples. Id love a tutorial of those. And on one page there's a bunny and a hedgehog that i love. They're mostly drawing, but since i cant even draw a stick person I'd really enjoy seeing you do those.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much Ginger! Don’t worry, I am not going to stop!

[@tavenchristensen3157]

That book you were reading from gave me a lot to think about. Very interesting ‼️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

I'm so glad!

[@williamsnina488]

I luv it when you paint out of your Lorna Scobie book! :) Not sure I have seen Emma Burleigh's work.

[@alichtenwalter]

Thanks Diane for your help with watercolor. I haven't been painting for weeks. Time seems to stop. I have been to ill to think about paintings. I did a cross stitch that took me forever to complete. I don't want to fail with my painting. Thanks for the time sharing.

[@marthajacobo3519]

Thanks!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks belatedly for your kind and generous donation Martha. Only just saw the notification, apologies x

[@antoniahicks320]

Such lovely colors. Very inspirational for me! I tend to use too bright or intense colors which leave me at a loss at what to do with it.

[@bevclarke8586]

What an inspiration, your thoughts, the background and the various foliage. Just what I needed. Thank you.

[@gloriamoline678]

Poor Remy! He got lucky. Very nice painting. When you took that bold purple out then decided it was no good....I sighed.

[@lynnej7219]

I find social media so stressful now, so restrict myself to the people I like, despite youtube filling my feed with so much nasty rubbish. I deliberately try not to look at what is scrolling at the top of my page. I watch gardening, cookery and you. I could watch you painting circles, so please do not get anxious, just paint what pops into your head, we will enjoy it regardless. Thank you 😁

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much Lynne, hope you enjoy today’s video!

[@lynnej7219]

@@DianeAntoneStudio wonderful video. I always enjoy them, and my new DA brushes. Your musings as you paint are also part of the whole experience. Please do not change.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Don’t worry, I couldn’t even if I wanted to - which I don’t!!!!

[@dshanley4226]

I love leaves so I found this really appealing.

[@Pixieworksstudio]

I could not agree with you more! Last week I shut down my FB account, and when I'm doing art stuff or reading etc I'm just listening to music - mostly classical. I just keep yelling internally 'get out of my head - it is bam bam bam, constantly prodding every time I look for what I really want. I don't have a TV, I won't watch or read the news - but I still can't get away from it. Thank goodness I have channels like yours!! You're a star in an electronic nightmare

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much, it’s all too much isn’t it!

[@Pixieworksstudio]

It really is Diane!@@DianeAntoneStudio

[@lfarnham6990]

What a lovely painting! Thank you

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Many thanks!

[@jeaniemiller1929]

I love to hear you talk as you paint! I also love this painting! The birds are a perfect addition to the composition and you do it all so effortlessly. I agree with you about a lot of the junk that is out there. I remember Alec Guinness and I love old movies and also The Waltons TV show about kids growing up during the depression (Love the love in it and the simpler old ways it shows.) I agree with you that this day in time is just annoying and scary at times!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Oh yes Jeanie I have always loved The Waltons - that’s the kind of life we have lost forever now sadly due to social media. I so regret that no-one round here seems to talk to anyone any more!

[@jeaniemiller1929]

I agree Diane... Social Media isn't the real human contact people need and it's sad! I'm just grateful for the unconditional love of our pets and family. I think one reason people love your channel so much is because you are so down to earth and real and there is love and care in your work.@@DianeAntoneStudio

[@christinekallaras5131]

I loved this Diane and I totally agree with you the world is an awful place with greedy people in charge. Your thoughts are valid and don't be afraid to state them. Keep painting and talking. Lots of love Chris x

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Yes! Thank you!

[@mshade353]

Hi Diane, I feel what you're going through. I've had an injury to my left wrist the beginning of last year. Of course I'm left handed, so writing, painting, drawing, etc is very uncomfortable and my hand is very shaky. Grrrr. It's so frustrating. Oh and I recently had surgery to have a new knee. Ugh. It's been so hard to get back to painting because I think it's brain fog because of pain meds. Fingers crossed a new set of paints, paper, and brushes. 😂

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Wishing you a better recovery for everything and much happy painting soon!

[@sibylla5]

That is such good news about Remy’s surviving that terrifying experience… poor bird, I hope he is healing well. Beautiful painting; I enjoyed your process, I too seem to do better with things facing right along with that aphasia (sp?) AND I very much agree with you about our world gone crazy. Playing with my watercolors is a good escape, and seeing your videos. Thank you for being you. 🎨

[@patriciahorelick6450]

Your not getting old and you’re not emptying out of good ideas…just start and it will be good!❤️

[@mollyfien]

It’s all “the sky is falling”!

[@thepoodledoodlepainter]

This turned out very pretty and fills me with a sense of calm ❤

[@ChantelleArts]

This looks so stunning ☺☺☺

[@christiecolors2024]

You have no idea how needed this video is to me. It came along at the perfect time. I have had the hardest time getting anything onto paper. I have all the supplies and do all the research but have the hardest time thinking of anything to paint. I am a new subscriber and a new fan. Thank you for your words and your inspiration.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Welcome to the channel! So glad you found me at the moment you needed some inspiration! Thanks so much for your support and I hope you enjoy lots of our videos (there are over 900 to watch!!!)

[@marthadeckel7728]

So, so pretty…LOVE the colors in this, Diane!❤❤❤

[@lindamcdermott9980]

I love this piece, and have watched it more than once. I wish that would help the algorithm. I want a background to for a poem. Your technique fascinates me for backgrounds, even though I may use different colors and patterns, your technique is invaluable. Thank you for teaching me to relax and loosen my water color. I was stuck in detail for too long.

[@denisezimmer5886]

This reminds me of faireyland So soft. I love it. And hopefully Remy is recovering ok too!

[@karenetaylor5758]

I am working myself through a wildflower watercolor book for lent.

[@juditszepessy8936]

Dear Diane, I am just catching up with your tutorials. A beautiful picture! You are so talented!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much! Hope you are well Judit!

[@yovamccoy2806]

I enjoyed your video. Thank you for the book recommendations. I enjoy your stories in between the details of the project and the whys and hows of the different brushes. Thank you!

[@annehebert6959]

I enjoy these videos so much. I always have a lot to think about afterwards.

[@janiceheger291]

Pretty pastel palette! You always paint such sweet designs!

[@janegeorge-john854]

I thoroughly enjoyed watching this painting developing, and your conversation, thank you.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@cathydawe5944]

Beautiful painting that I can paint along with. Thank you!

[@joyswedberg2086]

When I look at my main page of suggested videos on KZbin it’s lovely!!! I had to work at it. I hit the not interested button and still do, on Every video I do not want to see. I only search for calming peaceful videos like yours and now my main page is Only A Delight for me.😊 I only post this to let you know it is possible. Love your videos!!!! You are Wonderful!!! Hope I might have helped! 😊

[@karent.8245]

That sooooo pretty Diane. The colors are delish!

[@justme9818]

Thanks for the rant! It's so nice to hear someone else say all these things out loud. (I think them all the time but no one around me seems to even be aware how ridiculous/unnecessary/stressful it is.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

I find the same thing. My husband for example absorbs whatever YT throws at him. Disturbing.

[@LindaRadcliffe-wk8ws]

Yes seems we love your your chit chat. You are very real. Harder to find these days. Pleases keep just being you!!! You are refreshing

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you! Will do!

[@danielleb.7055]

This is beautiful I love how soft and airy it feels. Lovely! Have an amazing day!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you! You too!

[@dreamalamb4259]

I REALLY enjoyed every second of this video !!! Every subject resinated with me. I appreciate your channel soooo much. ❤❤❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

You are so welcome and I’m so glad!

[@terririggle6106]

What a lovely video! I really liked the pastel shades and the branches and leaves and yr sweet little birds…just top notch. A few strokes of yr brush and there is a bird! Like many other folks, I enjoyed the conversation and agreed with yr comments. Glad that Remy is back home. Does he seem to be okay and are his feathers growing back? I do so love this channel. I look forward to each and every video and all the stories about your life and loves….😃

[@dragonfly7335]

I totally agree with your rant, Diane! I don’t like how KZbin has high jacked my preferences- I want to watch the people that I CHOOSE TO watch! I don’t need KZbin to muck up my landing page!

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Sometimes I think the creators on KZbin - the individuals who put up the content, people like me - are to blame as much as KZbin the system. After all, who writes the titles? It’s us, not KZbin. So an artist who insists every time on claiming that their video is the absolute answer to the universe is guilty of exaggeration at the very least and lying at the very worst. Just to try to get seen more. I know I’m a voice in the wilderness but I’m not going to shut up!

[@julieb737]

I’ve got 5 of those books . They are pretty cool .

[@jayp179]

Going to artisan craft fairs help me to get inspired. Not only looking at other peoples art but talking with them helps. Heck, just watching the ebb and flow of people moving around is interesting.

[@sharonc7031]

This was good.

[@wimjanssen2181]

My 301 th. 😊 I watched this video in two times. The first half I counted a little time the amount of words you spoke . Crazy things i 🎉sometimes do😅. With a little calculation I came up with proximately 9000 words you spoke in that half hour😅😂. Thanks for sharing your thought and this idea to calm down and feel better. I finished the second half today with pleasure😊wim

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Amazing! Thanks so much for still being there even after painting 300 of my videos! I hadn’t seen you for a week and was worried about you! Funny, even my husband liked that video and said “it’s amazing how you can talk without stopping all the while you’re painting!”

[@katybaillargeat9517]

I love this painting. The colors are magnificent, very soft and very harmonious. I am very inspired by this watercolor and I am thinking, with your permission, of using it as a basis to do something similar. Thank you very much for your very interesting tutorials. Kind regards Katy

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thank you so much 😀 I would be honoured if you use this idea for doing your own version!

[@patriciahorelick6450]

I couldn’t agree with you more!!! So much is hype, rude and disturbing!!! I just scroll on until I find something good or fun or calming and your videos are at the top of that list!!

[@annejameson3425]

I felt so de-motivated today but really wanted to paint something. I did an abstract in watercolour which isn’t really me but I hope I can now do something I like. My iPad brings up depressing stuff which I don’t want to see too, so as soon as I go on it, I immediately press watercolour painting at the top and it gets rid of it. Love your channel and chats 😊

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks so much for your support Anne, and I hope you are finding something nice to paint. I don’t know why it’s so hard sometimes to get started!

[@karennielsen9248]

Beautiful painting as always! The pastels were soothing. I absolutely agree with you about the hysterical KZbin headlines. There are times when even some of the channels i subscribe to have such blaring, hysterical, clickbait, and even misleading headlines that I’m offended and irritated enough so I just refuse to read the article. Also, I just ordered your brushes!

[@Inuknorth]

I think you should paint a nice berry patch

[@sandiking1584]

I'm with you, I only watch you and a select few vlogs that my friends in the UK do....the rest I don't bother with

[@tammyfowler6416]

IT IS ALL A BUNCH OF 💩! I have said this a couple of times. I truly love your HONESTY! Thank you for your time and knowledge.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Thanks Tammy!

[@wandaeades7274]

Hey Diane!!!!!

[@gailhicks6547]

I especially enjoyed seeing your 365 Days book. Some of the exercises call for using things other than paint…….it was nice to only see paintings in yours. Duh moment….you can do what you want in your own book🤦‍♀️. I feel the same about all the crap that shows up on our KZbin sites. 😤

[@bonnieodonnell2780]

Dianne. I understand how you feel. Sometimes I just start singing Patsy Clines’ Stop The World and Let Me Off. I recently saw a recommendation from an artist KZbinr to sign up for a free pop up workshop that she had taken in the past. She wasn’t affiliated in any way, just an impressed student. The workshop is called ART OF YOUR LIFE with Nicholas Wilton. I have signed up for it. It hasn’t started yet, but he sends out prompts beforehand and today he was talking about just playing with art.

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Hi Bonnie, I’ll look into that workshop. Sounds interesting.

[@barbarabrown6002]

I loved the happy ending about your 🐓. I was also wondering how your good friend that had the bad accident is doing. I love watching your channel. ❤️

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

He’s doing fine for an 84 year old. He is still healthy and able to go up on our roof and repair it. His only real problem now is his sadness about his son and grandson, who have both gone off the rails in the UK and are headed for a life of crime. There’s no safety net for a child who is expelled from school, or an adult who can’t manage as a one-parent family. Very hard.

[@barbarabrown6002]

@@DianeAntoneStudio That’s so very sad. I’m retired now, but was a high school counselor for many years. I saw these things happen sometimes, and once a student starts spiraling downward, it’s hard to turn things around. 😢

[@tacywest8842]

Amazing i enjoy you mind it echos mine. Reassuring 😊❤

[@DianeAntoneStudio]

Great minds think alike !!

[@barbarabrady1267]

Even with three of those books , I still can’t think of things to paint at times 😂

[@dh7217]

On each photo, there are 3 dots to the right or at the bottom. Click on them and choose "Not Interested". Now days it seems we have to "teach" the algorithm what we want to see. I choose "not interested" ALOT these days. It also is forcing us to use our subscription area to avoid the trash. The world is scary... I don't like it either. I am sorry you are feeling uninspired. I think you are awesome. Been learning from you the past 3 weeks. Thank you!❤ (Maybe you need need some raucous music and just dance like a wild woman. 😊)

[@ReneeW59]

I had to look it up: In the fast-paced world we live in, making quick decisions has become a necessity. However, there is an age-old adage that warns us about the consequences of hesitation: “He who hesitates is lost.” This powerful Bible verse serves as a timeless reminder of the importance of taking decisive action in our lives. The phrase “he who hesitates is lost” originates from the Book of Ecclesiastes in the Bible, emphasizing the significance of seizing opportunities when they arise. This verse encourages us to overcome our doubts and fears, urging us to trust our instincts and make choices without delay.