The Gang's All Here! | Sanders Sides SPEEDPAINT

[@ThomasSanders]

Totally not crying. Alex, this was absolutely beautiful to watch. I can't tell you how honored I am that you took so much time to create this MASTERPIECE based around the series. And how flippin FASCINATING as well! I had no idea shapes of the characters can convey their personalities, that makes so much sense now!! And I'm so glad you made improvisations with their looks, like you did the first time around! Your first portrayal of the Sides after I purpled my hair inspired US! We knew from that point on that Virgil needed those purple sneakers cause it looked SO GOOD in your portrayal! I really feel like, back in 2017, at the same time you were figuring out your style, we were still feeling our way through the series. And we've been fans of yours ever since. The fact that we've been able to make content that has helped you when you needed it is the best thing we could ask for. Thank you SO MUCH. You've returned the love tenfold with creations like this. And thank you so much for your words. They absolutely made my day.

[@ABDIllustrates]

Wellp, I definitely AM crying, oh my goodness. Thank you so much for THESE words! I'm so happy to hear that y'all enjoyed both this, and my past drawings - this is the absolute sweetest feedback I could hope for! I can assure you that any day-making is definitely mutual lol, bless ya 💖 Much love to everybody on the team from me! °˖♡◝(⁰▿⁰)◜♡ ˖°

[@caseyyyjones]

[@Yourfather6969]

This just warmed my heart

[@stardasuperstar895]

Holy shoo- It's Thomas! Hi Thomas!! And I have to agree, Alex's speedpaints are part of the reason I found Sanders Sides and are now in love with it! Both of you make such amazing content that inspires me! So thank you to both of you!! 😊😊💖💖 Have a great day/night!

[@haileytremaine2655]

Thomas Sanders I came to the comments to see if Thomas had seen this, and I am not disappointed! This made my day, so wholesome. Awesome job Alex, I’m definitely going to have to look into Sander Sides when I get the chance

[@kindatired9169]

"Roman looks confident" "while Remus looks demented" I laughed too much at that

[@trashystf3895]

Confident? Not after the new episode 💀😅

[@caelenjestercreates]

trashy stf we don’t talk about that haha 🤣🤣

[@v0id1309]

@@trashystf3895 oof too soon

[@hnnrrgghh2082]

sameee I had to pause the video

[@alkalinestar9209]

Too soon bub, too soon.. Roman my baby aaaaaa

[@anderkid1090]

“And his brother (Remus) looks demented.” *YES*

[@kirbychu2004]

😂😂😂

[@azaleawater]

Yes

[@nerd_at_sea5]

Isn’t he always? 🤣🤣

[@stardasuperstar895]

That part made me laugh so hard!

[@sumi_luu]

I loved that part so much as well!

[@HilariouslyScary]

Same face syndrome: *exists* ABD: Hold my beer

[@code-green14]

YOU WATCH ABD!! AWIRVFKDK ONE OF MY FAVES WATCHES ANOTHER ONE OF MY FAVES HOLY-FVDJDIDNKZK!

[@im_tired1439]

HilariouslyScary, hi! Hope you’re doing well, love your channel!

[@amandastarfan]

Damn Sarah Truly of the Truest, you just gave me a heart attack because I was not expecting you to be here lolol

[@k.mccaleb1214]

Hi!!! I love you and your vids^^ And accurate 😂👌

[@aggressivelyplayskazoo9644]

well like...it doesnt exist...

[@mxgumii_]

"And his brother looks demented" Yep, that's Remus alright

[@bigsimp3659]

Y e s

[@archive5581]

I LITERALLY JUST FINISHED MY SANDERS SIDES BINGE AND SAW THIS AND SCREAMED

[@ukualien5691]

BRO SAME

[@emerald9041]

SAMD

[@voidnerdvs7660]

*when you haven’t finished the series yet but you still want to see the fanart*

[@azaleawater]

SAME

[@gizmonotgiz]

SAME!

[@quakerbuttonnose1284]

me watching this when i know literally nothing about sanders sides: WOAH LOOK AT ALL THE YELLOW GUYS ARMS

[@A_C_E_13]

They actually make an appearance in the show! If you think that you might ever want to watch it, though, be VERY careful about spoilers. (If you click a Sanders Sides related video, or an actual Sanders Sides episode, DO NOT read the comments until you are caught up, it’ll be better, trust me 😂) Also, if you _do_ want to watch it, if you just look it up on KZbin, Thomas has made a playlist for the videos (in order) for convenience 😊 I _really_ recommend this show, I hope you decide to check it out!!

[@nerd_at_sea5]

Yep that’s J- Decit.

[@caelenjestercreates]

Jazmin Trujillo was about to say that haha

[@plutoicerena3698]

You should really watch it! I'm a pretty new member of the fandom, and I really do not regret joining. I highly reccomend you start from the beginning and try to avoid spoilers. And try not to read the comments till your caught up with the most recent episode, I learnt that the hard way.

[@edgarallanpoestan]

Me watching this when I’ve seen every episode a billion times: WOAH LOOK AT ALL THE YELLOW GUYS ARMS

[@bluughostii9370]

I'm not sure if this was intentional but I like how Thomas is the only one who is standing on his two feet while the others are all either floating or standing on one foot. It makes him seem more... real? Like he's actually standing still, more complete almost. It kinda makes him stand out a bit even tho he's one of the simpler designs. If this was just a coincidence then I sound stupid. Edit: Woah thanks for all the likes! ABD if you read this I just wanna say that your art and channel are so wonderful and inspiring! I must say, the art and voiceover are super fun to watch whenever. Great content my dude!

[@genuineinterest]

Now that you've pointed it out, that's actually a pretty awesome detail!

[@DemonicIntegrity]

Holy crap that’s a great detail you notice. It further pushes the notion the Thomas is a real person while the sides are figments and push reality a bit more. Nice!

[@somejellykid]

I was just about to comment this, but you've got it covered. Kinda shook at how close our thought processes were. I dunno I just thought that synchronicity was pretty cool. :)

[@princessthyemis]

It's a good observation!! I like it!

[@rachelannrunnalls]

『 ᴛ ᴇ ᴀ ʀ ᴅ ʀ ᴏ ᴘ s 』 i think that is a really good detail to notice. It does make him seem more real and everyone else more imaginated

[@Lunabit1002]

"Roman looks confident while his brother looks demented" I freaking died 😂😂

[@xanderpatterson4729]

Lunabit1002 It's the summary of DWIT

[@im_tired1439]

Xander Patterson, YES.😂

[@ABDIllustrates]

Howdy y'all, thanks for stopping by! I had a ton of fun making this piece and I'm super happy with how it turned out, so I hope this was able to bring a smile to your face too 💖 Prints of this piece are also currently available on my print store -- if ya wanna check 'em out, the link is in the description (^^)/ Stay happy, stay healthy, and hope you're doing well!

[@rileyjacobs9095]

Thank you so much for making this i love seeing your videos pop up on my recommend and then seeing as its sanders slides i just had to say thank you for making my day.

[@someone_rare8096]

This didn't only bring me a smile, you make my day every day you upload with your drawings!!

[@ALiteralAxolotl]

You used the sander sides outro aswell, beautiful artwork aswell!

[@kitleyrounding3847]

I saw the updates for this on your Instagram. I was so excited to see that it was finished! Thank you for making my day so much better! :)

[@bloodmoonmonsters990]

ABD Illustrates bruh this is so good, like really really really really good!

[@forgemakesstuff2734]

Sanders sides is like my favorite show ever thank you so much!! But like- The new episode- I won’t spoil it in case people haven’t watched it yet but my heart still bleeds when I watch it Edit: actually a lot of people find that when they’re struggling with something, a new Sanders Sides video comes out about that thing I’m pretty sure Thomas is psychic or something because he always knows what the fandom needs to hear when

[@ray_kaydee]

Fucking same mate

[@smurchison2]

Same :’(

[@clotildeboulanger7661]

It huuuurtw

[@CryptidCritter]

I think Thomas just really pays attention to what is going on within his fans lives. As well as paying attention to what has been going on in the world, and understanding the base emotions of things. Example: Self care is something that fits perfectly with what is currently going on in the world, and what a lot of people probably need to hear. Working with Anxiety is something that many people can relate to, and so creating an episode around that is something people can relate to. Couple that with the fact many people will gravitate towards things that may deal with those topics during times in which one is dealing with those issues, and the fact that Thomas and the gang know how to create a lot of character development, it makes this very relatable and dynamic form of storytelling ewe

[@alterego24122]

Theory: Thomas is actually a Guardian Angel send by God to give us support when we need it the most.

[@shinyblue4774]

I gotta admit I got a bit teary at the end because I feel the same so hard. Sander Sides is an amazing show that never quits to make me laugh when sad and helps me realize how to deal with my mental health and this Fandom is the sweetest I've ever been in, I live Thomas and all of his friends for giving us such a masterpiece. And the drawing looks amazing, my favorite definetly has to be Remus with his little rat face and comparing this drawing with the last group shot you made of the sides you can really see how much you have improved. Keep the good Job!!! 💕💕💕💕

[@teelaso]

me: i am aware that accents change how people pronounce certain things ABD: Sonder Sides me: xD

[@sophiewhiting6610]

I was shook at hearing him say Sanders, even though I'm an Aussie and that's how I say it too 🤣

[@enigmatic_lizard2923]

Thomas also changes his accent when speaking with different characters and it's so fun to watch...

[@lmbusiness5300]

I'm British too and wHY did he sAY it like that WHY

[@doubleslashkarma]

**when you have artistic aame-face syndrome** Welp, guess I'll draw some Sanders Sides fanart-

[@sparkymcdoofus1815]

AWW THEY ALL LOOK SO CUTE IN YOUR STYLE

[@peachybee2584]

Indeed

[@izzylacroix4131]

I knOW RIGHT??

[@Jay-jj5ri]

Okay, I'm going to point out some details that I love. 1) The scales on the bottom of Janus' pants, because that's awesome. 2) Patton's bracelets in the colors of the 'Light' sides. 3) The fact that Thomas is the only one of the ground, making him seem more 'real' and physical. 4) Remus' sparkles because that really brings his accessories to life. That is all, but this is an amazing art piece and I love it so much! Keep up the good work!

[@farewell.wanderlust]

last time i was this early, deceit hadn't been revealed

[@confusion5872]

you mean: when Janus hadn't been revealed. eh huh i sorta regret commenting.

[@farewell.wanderlust]

i'm still struggling to comprehend the new epsiode and almist forgot about his name reveal but you're right, lol. i regret commenting 90% of the time so it's ok.

[@starstruckroman]

the last time i was this early, roman was still thomas's hero too soon?

[@concordiana1111]

starstruckroman tOo sOoN-

[@dovee1]

@@starstruckroman aaaaAgH. The damage. It's over 9000

[@alterego24122]

The art is so good like holy sh- This is so beautiful! I like the fact that the sides are floating and Thomas is standing on the ground. Sometimes I really forget that they are the same person xD And about which one is my favourite, I will let myself quote Roman: "I can't choose among any of my darling babies, so I'm gonna go ahead and say that their all my favourites (...)" I'll be honest here. Sander Sides was also a HUGE thing in my life. It helped me get through a lot. Everytime there was a new episode I would act like a happy, overly excited five yearold and just for a bit, I would forget how hard the life can be sometimes. Sander Sides helped me grow as a person and it continues to. I asked myself recently "why I started watching Sander Sides in the first place". And today after watching this speedpaint I remebered. It wasn't the fact that I knew Thomas from vine, it was you. I saw your first fanart and I thought: "wow that's neat. Wonder where that came from? Gotta check that out" and so I did. So thank you for that ❤️ Edit: corrected a mistake.

[@ABDIllustrates]

This melts my heart dude, thanks so much for this comment! 💖

[@alterego24122]

@@ABDIllustrates no problem ^w^ I'm glad to see that my comment made you happy! Stay amazing ^^

[@despicablepenguin]

@@ABDIllustrates your video melted my heart. Like seriously, my heart's completely crushed.

[@genuineinterest]

I''m so soft right now, because the first video of yours I ever watched was the original "New Costumes!" one of the Core Four Sides from 2017 - just after I'd gotten into the fandom. And when I think about it, it might actually have stayed my personal favourite piece of art in this fandom for the last three?? years, just because of how happy it made me for some reason - the number of times I rewatched the speedpaint would probably weird you out, lol. It wasn't really a conscious favourite but if I were asked to pick one piece of fanart of the Sides at any point, it would have been that one. Idk. Anyway I'm just here to tell you that it's finally been dethroned by its own successor. This is incredible, and your art style is brilliant, and the amount of confidence you've gained is inspiring as hell. Don't stop!

[@ABDIllustrates]

Whaaat, that's so lovely dude! Thank you so much 💖💖💖

[@SailorDee]

It’s a little funny how you mentioned that the episodes lined up with what you were going through, because recently I’ve been through some pretty rough stuff, and I usually watch your videos to cheer me up! Edit: Fixed spelling

[@SailorDee]

I never noticed this comment was hearted! So glad you ended up seeing it

[@duckynoodles3560]

*the gangs all here* Logic's darkside: FALSEHOOD!!

[@theboogeyman2590]

aubrey doodles FAKENESS!

[@bhadraandgourihariraj4031]

To be honest, I think Virgil is Logan's dark side. It seems to me (take this with a grain of salt, I know nothing) that anxiety is something that can be talked down if you just apply logic (as seen in Negative thinking). Please correct me if I am wrong, education is important.

[@graceful-not1423]

@@bhadraandgourihariraj4031 yeah, this is what I've always thought- especially since at first anxiety was an antagonist, and Logan was pretty good at solving the problems. Also since anxiety seemed to know the darksides better than the others? Idk. Makes me think he used to be part of em-

[@tacossmiley]

@@graceful-not1423 to add to this old comment, Virgil literally says he was one before and that’s how he knows them

[@superiortrash3209]

i'm not sure if this was intentional, but it's really cool how thomas is the only one who looks like he's on solid ground, since he's the only real one

[@vale3242]

lol

[@maplestatic]

great to see that Virgil has still got dem chunky sneakers

[@samsonreed6735]

Fuq I cried. As a fellow trans guy, and someone who found *you* through SS (and flippin adores it) I love this so much. You and Thomas are both so inspiring so have a good year, my dude. 🖤🖤

[@lmbusiness5300]

Wait ABD is trans?

[@bakamouto]

can we appreciate all the little giggles in the voiceover because they literally give me life

[@thumperbunny0533]

The second you said “if Thomas sees this” I went straight to the comments and was not disappointed!

[@ailishai]

Oh heck yes one of my favorite artists drawing one of my favorite youtubers- best birthday gift ever!

[@forgemakesstuff2734]

RootBeer Ail it’s your birthday? Happy birthday my dude!

[@ailishai]

@@forgemakesstuff2734 Thank you!

[@miss_miscellaneous1420]

oooOooOO Happy Birthday!

[@bo0mpalo0mpa66]

Happy Birthday mate!

[@piranhasz427]

That title reminds me of how in the bloopers Thomas was like “the gangs all here, which means.. I have something wrong with me”

[@gene1331]

Wow I’m early for once (Edit: “This has been going on for a hot minute” I mean the last sanders sides was over 50 min I think you’re fine lmao)

[@impo7661]

I have to say, you expressed your feelings, and actually my very similar feelings towards Sanders Sides wonderfully. This show has been just a massive positive influence to so many people and you can tell that each episode comes from the heart of Thomas and his friends. It never fails to make my day brighter. You captured each of the Sides’ characters beautifully and (I think) truthfully in this piece. I believe that it was your speed paint of the new outfits that got me into SS... so thank you for introducing me to this wonderful world of Sanders Sides!!!

[@cheesegavioli]

Everything about Deceit in this is making me fall even more in love with him! The scaley pants! His multiple arms!!!!

[@justaheartbreaker1884]

Bro, I'm literally working on a Sanders Sides picture. I'm working on Deceit rn. Btw, I really love your art work, just watching and listening I can learn things from you that I never knew would work or just listen to you talking about things that others or myself might be going through or just to watch and listen to what you have to say about a certain art piece that you're working on. Well, that's all for my cringy comment, have a nice day to anyone who reads this!

[@toost4382]

I CLICKED ON THE NOTIFICATION SO FAST also uh how we feelin after that new episode lmao

[@forgemakesstuff2734]

toost DEAD ACTUALLY DEAD Except for meh snek child That part makes me happy

[@mushroomjack6261]

BAD (Alex seems to have a sense for when the fandom needs cheering up as well lol)

[@kirbychu2004]

@@forgemakesstuff2734 mood

[@plutoicerena3698]

b a d

[@dovee1]

*you're just stuck with a SNEK BOI* in the distance, mixed with crying.

[@ChaosKat27]

"The two pantomime villains on the ends there" I'm WHEEZING

[@layoyita2000]

KZbin: Posted 2 minutes ago 1 view Me: -clicks- 347 likes Me: youtube stupid

[@batscale]

nah man everyone was r e a d y for this video.

[@ileanabriannemari]

nah man yt's a bit high-drunk today

[@FangsXII]

omg ABD- You almost made me cry! I haven't seen you draw these lads in so long, I missed it. Seeing the difference from then and now is amazing! Your art is still so inspiring. You took the words and feels out of so many fanders mouths about this series. You're another amazing individual that inspires many! Love your art, love your series you work on with your friends (HHLR)! Amazing art, and have a good day/evening/night, even for other Fanders/Fans of ABD reading this. (You asked for our Favorites! Mine are Janus, Logan, Virgil and Remus. You drew them so well and showed their personalities really, really well! As all of them, you drew them all amazingly and potrayed their personalities, right there!)

[@sylvinrain5038]

I was hoping so much that you would do this, I love it yay Also love that Patton's bracelets have the color schemes of Logan Roman and Virgil

[@carolinaaguad1279]

OMG YESSS I CLICKED SO FAST OMG I LOVE SANDER SIDES!

[@usnavis]

"The gang's all here!" "So i must have something wrong with me"

[@micaphone1685]

Ahh! I love how each of Pat’s bracelets are the colors of the other lights. And his eyes! The heart thing is adorable. And Janus’s arms! And the tassels on Roman’s shoulders just feel like something he would actually have. And, just, ahhhh. Excuse me while I continue fanboying.

[@caseyyyjones]

Oh my GOODNESS- I’ve seen your other drawings all over and I didn’t know you did it XD

[@emilialavil2618]

"Uhm, thank you!" IM SOBBING THATS SO SWEET

[@marialathrop2946]

I’m so glad one of my favorite artists also love Sander Sides as much as me! I loved the vid! Great work. I’m sure Thomas would love this 🙃❤️

[@lilyanna4452]

I absolutely love Patton in this, HE JUST LOOKS SO SQUISHY AND CUTE

[@anxiodine]

Despite the fact that whenever I comment on these videos I always sound super cheesy (which is odd for me but that's besides the point), I just want to say that seeing your posts, here on youtube, instagram, or even twitter, it always brings me so much joy. You're pretty much my hero and I just want to say thank you for that

[@shaylagloster6350]

I am so sad I can only like this once

[@ABDIllustrates]

That is SO sweet of you to say dude, oh my goodness -- Thank you so much! 🥺💖

[@PiperPaintsYT]

This was such a lovely surprise to see! Your old sander sides speedpaints were what lead me to this channel but the lovely artwork and passion put into them is what made me stay. Lovely work as always!

[@adellekedrow121]

Janus and Remus just mmmm look amazing

[@shaylagloster6350]

Thank you for all you do. I usually don't watch speed paints but I can tell you that as soon as I see your video pop up I am here faster than lightning. It's just something about your voice and art that just feels like I'm chatting with a close friend. You've inspired me to start creating as well and, while my art isn't anything to brag about, I've had so much fun creating original characters and playing with tips and tricks you say in your video. I know I wouldn't have had the courage to even try if I hadn't found your content. Before this drags on longer I just want to say, Thank you so very much. Keep being wonderful, keep being genuine. Thank you.

[@ABDIllustrates]

Thank YOU dude 💖 -- wish ya all the best with your art!

[@mushroomjack6261]

I’ve honestly been reloading KZbin and waiting for this to come out since I saw the teasers on tumblr and !!!!!!!!!! It looks AMAZING

[@nonstopdreamer0157]

I love the detail of Patton having friendship bracelets from the other three original sides

[@catboydiluc]

ngl, i teared up a bit during the sentimental parts because me tooo-

[@ThePlaguebringer172]

God, I played a minor role in a school play about mental health last year, and it took this long for me to realize I wasn't completely okay. Sander's sides opened that up for me, and this video got me into sander's sides. Thank you.

[@celestinebuendia]

I didn’t even remember you were a Sanders Sides fan! I’ve been obsessing over it since the new episode. This so good! Everyone’s so expressive and full of small details and quirks!!!! It’s so awesome.

[@undeadbedhead6138]

I love that the sides going off Thomas start off floating then standing on the ground and Remus is just like "HAHA nO-"

[@kathat7549]

Catch me crying in- Well not the club, those are closed- My room at this, jeez-

[@IzukuMidoriya-yq4hb]

I KNEW I wasn’t weird! My friends and others are always onto me for not explaining shows properly because I usually tell them to watch it, you honestly just have to watch shows to understand them fully. This is a breakthrough, I need to show everyone this, get this in court.

[@MushuWishes]

He’s a mind reader 😮 You captured the wholesome radius he gives off 💗

[@SmerkyRandomised]

Can i just say, when i first saw this fanart on tumblr, i genuinely sat there and gushed about it for at least 20 minutes, noticing all the little details and defining features. I heard through Thomas that you'd done a speedpaint, and checking this out I was certainly not disappointed! Everything you talked about and pointed out was so interesting, and watching the creative process unfold on screen was awesome. So my good sir, I shall say on behalf of the Fanders that you have brought an excellent addition to the community, and here's to many more in the future!

[@no_dojo8056]

It's beautiful. I've been looking at this for 5 hours now

[@sincerelyme1193]

I've actually heard of people constantly talking about Sanders Sides but I never really bothered to watch the show. But this video has convinced me because this art is just so awesome and by your comments it sounds good so I'll be checking it out!

[@lullaby0801]

y'all can we band together to get Thomas to see this?? make two very special people happy :) I've been here ever since the first Sander Sides speedpaint you did and seeing you improve and branch out into High Hopes Low Roles has made me so happy! When I saw your instagram post about revisiting this series i screamed (literally). your art and Thomas' videos always make me so happy! Thank you so much and I can't wait to see more!!!

[@lullaby0801]

HOLY SHIT IT WORKED HE SAW IT

[@spencermoore7620]

okay, this is such a small detail, but I love how Thomas is the only one with his feet firmly on the ground, while all of the sides are floating in some way, and their feet are all higher up than his are. It's such a subtle way to visually remind us that they're figments of his imagination/parts of him, so they aren't subject to the laws of physics. It also adds a whimsical touch to the piece that I really appreciate. Fantastic job, Alex!!!

[@bxwieknife]

Your interpretations are on POINT, and seeing your improvement from the last time you drew them is amazing!! I think I actually found you from your Deciet speedpaimt two years ago, so seeing you evolve since then has been amazing! I cant see what else you make, man 💕

[@sarahcoughlan4143]

I have a habit of saving a crapload of cool fanart to my phone, so when I first got into Sanders Sides I was like "okay, time to make a new folder and hunt down some fanart to geek out over every now and again". I found your first piece then and I have to say it's been one of my favorite Sanders Sides art pieces of all time. Now there's a lovely sequel that is even better and will definitely be finding a home in my Sanders Sides folder. Amazing job and thank you.

[@blame_kristin7295]

I love all the little details, like the bracelets on Patton's arms the chain on Logan's pants and especially the extra arms deceit has!

[@Rowyn.glitches]

When you "went all art teacher" I laughed because I usually just draw the sides, especially over the time of covid-19, I've goten back into drawing because I started watching Sanders Sides witch led to me drawing again and wanting to get into so much more artistic things because I get so much inspiration from Thomas and fanders in general.

[@UnicornSlushy91]

Your art is really awesome and I'm glad you enjoy Thomas's wonderful show.

[@LumosVeil]

I love the little friendship bracelets on Patton’s arm that’s so sweet and adorable. 🥺

[@mirah6323]

AHHHHH IVE BEEN WAITING FOR SOMETHING LIKE THIS ❤️❤️❤️❤️ ITS ALL MY FAVOURITE BOIIS!!!!

[@Valerie_Valor116]

Me:*sees Sanders Sides speedpaint made by my fave speedpaint artist in my recommended* Also me: YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE

[@localghost5441]

back when you made your first Sanders Sides fanart I thought your art couldn't get any better. boy was i wrong- also, do Patton's bracelets represent Logan, Roman and Virge? if so, that's so cute!

[@brim7619]

10:23 is so true! Right after the most recent episode aired, I was dealing with a loss of pride via officer elections for a club at school, yet I was neglecting myself and my feelings by checking in on the others who ran against me and also didn’t get it. I was figuratively pulling my hair out trying to make sure these people were okay but I wasn’t paying attention to myself. Upon rewatching the episode, I realized I needed to take a step back and put on my oxygen mask and I’m glad I did. If it weren’t for this series, I wouldn’t be the person I am now and I’m glad someone else noticed how much the series seems to coincide with their own issues haha!

[@amvic60]

This series helped me through some tough times too. I'm so glad that this artwork exists because the style is beautiful and the creativity and will power to finish this is incredible. Sanders sides was how I found this channel and I'm glad I did. So, uh yeah.

[@theartistswings9810]

PATTON HAS FRIENDSHIP BRACELETS FOR ALL THE LIGHT SIDES BLESS HIS HEART THAT SOME GOOD MINOR DETAILING

[@logicallymoral5222]

I found your channel because of that first sanders sides fanart, and seeing your improvement and hearing all your artistic insight is so inspiring and motivating. Love this video Alex!!!

[@YukonYuki]

I agree it really cheered me up, each episode is a lesson without feeling like one until you start thinking about it.

[@animalstudios158]

ABD Illustrates: poses help show character Me: so Patton is an anime girl?

[@concordiana1111]

I'm....Drawing....this.....thank you for that ideA-

[@dovee1]

Oh my god all of them as anime tropes

[@blablablubb7623]

Thanks, now I want a magical girl AU Like, imagine: transformations, sparkles, an emotion-based magic system... It would be amazing

[@_frog_face_]

I think Patton would love that

[@beetleware]

oh my GOSH i love this so much- the way you draw janus is so??? good??? i love how the multiple arms looks more like an abstract concept than a full physical thing, and that drawing of remus' mace is *chefs kiss*. this show is one of my biggest fandoms and every time you draw them i get super excited to see it!!! i love all of them so much dhfjks

[@Spectralyzed]

Absolutely breathtaking, man! Seriously, this looks incredible. Well done!

[@ravenprince6918]

Okay a few days after watching this video and subsequently binging the entire Sanders Sides series, I can officially thank you for making my life at least 7% better. Literally, thank you for introducing me to this - fanart is amazing for this reason! Beautiful creations that spread other amazing creations. And that art is amazing too!! So much thanks

[@ravenprince6918]

And after rewatching this speedpaint I am now feeling very sappy and inspired Thank _you_, Alex, for creating beautiful stuff and getting me into this amazing series!

[@goldenwing1262]

The part about the episodes getting uploaded at the right time is also entirely true for me. Especially the recent one. Also this piece is so good! I love all the poses and their expressions, and ahhhhh I love this so much!! Good job!!!

[@larkscall8590]

I just wanted to say, I've been telling myself I'm going to watch Sandersides for years now and just never got to it but when I saw that you had posted this I decided I would watch it fully so I could understand the art, and everything in the video better, and I just wanted to say thank you. Sandersides really helped me a lot, and then getting to see this beautiful art of them- Anyway thank you

[@lemonberry_soda]

MAN I wish my friends watched this show. They don't seem to be interested whenever I bring it up which sucks but I guess they're just missing out.

[@birdo_is_here]

before this video came out, i’d only really heard of sanders sides, but never really was very interested in it. When i watched this video tho, it was enough to convince me to watch if, and oh man i am so happy i did, you have no idea how much it has actually helped me with my personal problems. so if you happen to see this comment and you haven’t watched sanders sides yet, i seriously recommend you do, it has such a great storyline with amazing characters and life advice

[@cherryproductions3307]

Oh! I love your art style! Also, it’s nice to see people still into the fandom.

[@_Gingi_Berri]

Im so glad thomas saw this, I hope all the amazing work and positive fanart thomas sees of his characters (along with yours- Alex) it shows how many people support and love him- and I hope he knows how much better he has made so many peoples lives. This was fantastic and so well done!! Love ya thomas! Thanks for the memories. And thank you for the art help Alex. You two have helped out a lot

[@mothking2494]

Omg yesss thank you they look so amazing when you draw them!

[@thepandemonunderyourbed9334]

The orange sides: damn I'm coming late just a little bit and you guys have this much of fun?!

[@me_malene]

ever since Thomas's last vid I have been addicted (again) xP

[@DemonicIntegrity]

Aaaahhh I can’t believe it’s been so long since your last sanders fanart!!! Doesn’t feel that long at all!! Hell, I think those videos is how I initially met your online work. And gosh, I’m just in love with how you drew the cast this time around! They look real and 3D with such subtle and amazing nods to the fact that they technically aren’t “real people” like with hair, Remus’ expression, and Deceits arms. LOVE how you did Deceits extra arms. Aaaa I’m just happy to see this speedpaint. I’ve been hyped since you’ve dropped the teasers on Tumblr

[@heres.someart]

I've never watched Sanders sides, but I've always been meaning to. I think this means I should watch it Edit: I was watching it while drawing, and I'm already on the 11th in the series. THIS SERIES IS SO GOOD!!!!

[@luwumin9711]

Have you finished it yet? I'm interested to hear you thoughts lol, its been my favorite show for two years now, it really is amazing

[@heres.someart]

@@luwumin9711 Not yet. I'm on selfishness v. selflessness. I haven't stopped watching it though. ITS SO GOOD

[@heres.someart]

@@luwumin9711 I finished the series and subscribed to Thomas Sanders and I'm a *bit* addicted to the show...

[@somegremlinwanderingtheweb4104]

@@heres.someart I'm so glad you enjoyed the show! It really is one of my favorites

[@forgemakesstuff2734]

Rose Buds hun you will never stop being addicted to the show I live on sanders sides and ATLA now and I do not regret my life choices at all

[@jhs5845]

I love how Sanders sides really made me think that I had more personalities, I guess I've always felt like there were more then me inside, you and your work inspires me, and so does Thomas Sanders. Thank you❤💛💚💙💜

[@kaitwild8957]

hhhhhh this is so beautiful I simply CANNOT!! Your sanders sides work was what made me stumble across your channel,,, and seeing how much your style has developed in such a short amount of time is so inspiring! Ahhh it makes my heart feel like a keysmash if that makes any sense 🥺

[@MatthewJones-we8ct]

Literally I would have never heard of or watched sander sides if it wasn’t for your fanart years ago...so thank you for introducing me to a great production

[@LyxiLynnn]

We worship Mr. Sanders

[@carinalim4699]

every time someone draws thomas with a steven universe shirt it makes my heart happy :) these all look amazing!

[@Grayaceofcards]

Omg it looks so cute! I'm planning to watch Sander Sides soon. XP

[@Leon-drawsthings]

Pick a favorite? But- but how???? I love them all, this art is so wonderful and I love it to bits my gosh, when I first followed you it was because of your D&D series and HHLR, but then I decided to binge your art and learned of your Sander Sides speedpaints and fell even more in love with your work, keep on arting and doing what you love you amazing wonderful man!!!

[@Kit-wb3pn]

Didn’t realize how early I was! You’re the best Abd!

[@rgbfall5124]

Ages ago I saw one of the older Sanders Sides speedpaints you had. For ages I didn't even realize it was you, and I still love that art now!