Through The Looking Glass - From the Conservator's Perspective - Binaural ASMR

While you've seen the studio, seen the process and seen the work, it's always been at an arm's length. Step into the conservator's shoes; see what the process looks like form the conservator's eyes and hear the sounds of the process. Shot from the conservator's perspective and captured with binaural microphones this is an immersive ASMR experience that captures just what it's like to be working in the studio.
As the sound for this video was recorded with binaural microphones, this video is best heard through headphones.
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[@Telle.C]

So, this is what being tall feels like

[@meganramon4908]

LITERALLY MY FIRST THOUGHT

[@slightly.psycho]

Bro... I feel...

[@Sthunderrocker]

Forehead cam

[@alexcompton3078]

Welcome to "Tall Person Simulator"

[@gloriagarcia8984]

As a tall person I didn't even think of that 😂

[@andrewwatson_23]

Julians Asmr videos are why I started following his channel. I came for the asmr but I stay for the Belgian linen strip linings...

[@Jenufir]

Same. I don't even experience ASMR, but it's still so relaxing when I get a migraine. And as an added bonus, I'm also pretty sure I'm now an expert in what NOT to do if I ever decide to restore precious art.😅

[@GreenAppelPie]

i stay for the subtle but brutal comments. Like I tell people, they aren't judgements, but rather observations.

[@deem3204]

Ok I thought I was the only one who stuck around for the Belgian linen strip linings. 😁

[@esmeralia]

Yeeeeesssss

[@kevintinnin3105]

Completely agree. Best is when it soothes you to sleep and you get to watch it again tomorrow to make sure you didn't miss anything.

[@Kadarro85]

I love how this changes from evening in Mordor to afternoon in the Shire after you remove that dirt :D

[@randomplotbunny]

That's how I'm going to think of this painting from now on: An Afternoon in the Shire 😊

[@Kadarro85]

@@randomplotbunny You're welcome :)

[@NikolaHoward]

It's Shellac varnish - which goes brown over time. He describes how in ceommentary version :-)

[@dragonmaid1360]

Definately how it felt.

[@Kadarro85]

@@NikolaHoward I know 😁 but after it darkened its nothing more than a dirt on a beautyfull painting 😉

[@alisonmccrady9289]

The "no voice-over" version is a refreshing change. However I find his voice to be very calming and expository. I like both versions 👍😁

[@jennycorey8968]

I was waiting for the part where he stabbed himself in the finger to see if he let out an involuntary expletive. It was gone through careful editing.

[@TatsukiHashida]

3:28 for those wondering

[@lifeisapain2284]

Yeah, definitely scared me a bit but it's probably a common thing for him lol

[@bobbixvv]

thanks julien! it's not like everyone to take extra care to film and record something in a way that makes your job somewhat harder

[@monicaparker3573]

I can picture the artist looking over your shoulder as you work on his piece. I imagine him thinking: 1) what the hell happened to his work. How did it get that bad. 2) being fascinated with the modern chemicals and equipment you are using to repair it 3) absolutely thrilled that you restored his work as he meant it to be seen.

[@camille.c]

my view if i was a lil creature riding on julian's shoulder

[@healingpoison8241]

I feel like I'm riding piggyback :)

[@rayne3515]

Heh I like to think I'm the size of Remy just sitting in his hair

[@boo_blue_boo9229]

i am just.... a little creacher.....

[@naomis2]

Honestly, your meticulous nature and the little collections of glue, cloth, etc. remind me of my dad and his Piano business. He always saved everything and tried not to waste anything. It kinda brings me back to watching my dad work on piano parts in our basement.

[@raquelhoffmann4]

*clicks video * *realizes what this is about * *clicks Like button * *saves it for bedtime, to fully enjoy ASMRness *

[@Ray3arl]

Precisely what I did!

[@felipesimao4498]

I do it ali the time!

[@Ryanbros]

To me this isn’t asmr it’s just nice to see the visuals and not the sounds

[@catlovergirl4604]

69 likes

[@zabi_aka]

Now it's my time to follow in your steps. G'nite!

[@rubybuttons668]

Watching these restorations is so much more nerve racking when you feel like you are the one who is doing it. Glad I did a great job bringing this painting back to life, and I was so speedy too. Lol 😁

[@dragonmaid1360]

Sitting outside at midnight. It's quiet as, in the country. Under my new patio in among the potted palms, with soft fairy lights twinkling. Im watching julien restore a little painting. Only the tapping of Julien's tacs going in echoes around the neighbourhood. Lovely Julien. Ta mate.

[@batturing]

the cleaning process ALONE on this one is just incredible. it's like watching something get burned in reverse...

[@holidaywednesday4069]

This is my new favorite ambient industrial album.

[@DavyNoia]

Agree

[@loisblais3431]

Who knew what was underneath all that debris. Cows!! I got rather emotional watching the painting come back to life. We’ve been isolating for a year and this must be what it’s like to come out of the dark and into the light again. Thanks so much for this treat. I enjoyed it very much.

[@ErusIluvatar]

Thank you for the "ASMR" version !! I'm so happy you give us both the commentary AND the soothing sounds :)

[@ParfaitCup]

Julian's singlehandedly keeping the medical scalpel industry alive huh 👀

[@SD-oi9gr]

I love that you actually listen to us who love your videos but also love the asmr style too. Most youtubers couldn’t care less!

[@trident9869]

Hope everyone is having a great day/night!!

[@stinkylizzzy4830]

U too!

[@elizabethorfalo]

U 2!!!!

[@jellybeansbud3610]

This is one of the most satisfying cleaning I’ve ever seen. You couldn’t even see the image before!

[@steve8421]

This "as seen by you" format is very enjoyable to watch. You have an amazing talents to bring back the beautiful in paintings. Thank you for sharing your craft.

[@Emily-ye1qy]

This is my favorite channel. I get so stoked for his uploads. And two in two days?! Even though it’s the same video you know I’m going to watch it all

[@alison__16]

I just love the really dark paintings because you know when they're cleaned they're going to become spectacular

[@GreenAppelPie]

I see so many glowing clouds in old paintings, it makes me wonder if the sky did look different back then.

[@philevans7100]

The eruption of Krakatoa in 1883 reddened the sky across the world for months. Many paintings around this time have red clouds in the sky, the scream being the most famous. I don't know the date this painting was produced but the artist was definitely active around this time.

[@cherylbeyer5132]

We have some pretty incredible skies now......we just need to take our eyes off our phones now and again and look at the world around us

[@jonanderson5137]

Painting is all about light, my guess is dawn and dusk are/were preferred times for production.

[@KidKusU]

The audio quality is amazing

[@KilljoyNisi]

I missed the ASMR Videos so much. I could cry. After a hard day these always made me feel better. Thank you Julian. Thank you

[@-Songbird]

I don't think I've seen a transformation this dramatic since the infamous polyurethane painting...

[@ThatAwkwardFish]

Already watched this with narration, but you bet I'm gonna watch it again

[@atevensnderson5827]

I like this idea that all the works of art are haphazardly in cubbies and he has to sniff around for a good one!

[@JamieBulloch1]

William Keith, another great Scot, close friend with John Muir, small nation, huge contribution everywhere..... loved this channel, so professional, so engaging, thank you very much....

[@nonitnath8653]

Julian needs to immediately explain what's happening to that gorgeous 911. I'm here for the car restoration content :D

[@terrymcmahon9278]

Looks like Julian is doing some wrenching.

[@Effervescency]

For a hot minute it looked like you were removing the paint while cleaning it. Can’t believe how much grime was on there and how discolored the varnish was! Amazing!

[@heloikeda]

Please do a favor to the world and upload a longer version of this videos, without the cuts and time lapses? This is pure gold and can actually save lifes! For those with chronic anxiety like me, this kind of videos are a scape from undesirable thoughts. Thank you!

[@frfrpr]

Really enjoyable video. I've been taught to know what was going on. The filming was just as Julian sees. Can't beat that. Even the Porsche said hello. The only Renaissance Man cave I've ever seen.

[@introvertedequinesamsara6593]

Good video to show anyone who says dirty paintings look better

[@mavinajfan]

I love watching old varnish being stripped away, this is a new painting! It’s like watching a rug cleaning video when a brown rug reveals a nice white one underneath.

[@reasegriffiths7854]

so happy for another ASMR video!!! everynight i have to go back and rewatch the same ones, so now i’ll have some fresh material!!!!! edit: i have zero complaints about going back and watching the same videos. they are the absolute best

[@dwallens]

Wait, where did those cows come from?! I'm not sure why watching Julian clean paintings is satisfying, but I'll gladly binge watch his channel any day! (My daughter also loves it because she loves anything art, I may have a little conservationist on my hands!) 😊

[@TheSilverLioness]

I’m having flashbacks to the first videos of the channel and I’m enjoying it so SO MUCH.

[@Blaze_1961]

For me, your narration is what makes your videos special and relaxing. If this were my first time watching I don't think I'd come back again.

[@alanfasbury]

Without doubt Julian this video, of the two produced, is a true reflection of your daily work. I've never imagined you would have radio 1 blasting, but as this video confirms a reflective quiet. I would love to read the subtitles of the other video while listening and watching you work, but that's asking for everything. My favourite part of KZbin. Best wishes Alan

[@UnnamedAndUnindicted]

The way you used your first two fingers to pluck that too long strip off the table was surprisingly satisfying

[@Dreymasmith]

Extraordinarily beautiful little painting. I have to admit I exclaimed aloud "there are cows!"

[@crstna2172]

The videos keep evolving in ways that are even more amazing than before, i deeply love that

[@gervi5543]

This looks like you're playing a 1st person game. It's awesome.

[@kathleenclark5877]

If it is possible for someone to be “intensely” gentle while restoring a painting, well, Julian is. I marvel at how painstaking he is and how unconcerned he is about the time it takes. And then when you see the vast number of paintings that are residing in his storeroom, waiting for the same treatment, I am overwhelmed! I am never happier when I see a new Julian vlog! Just sayin’.

[@yarn7130]

I don't think I would ever be able to keep casually putting a razorblade in my mouth. I am 100% sure my intrusive thoughts would tell me to lick it.

[@BeetaroniPizza]

I doubt he put it in blade first.

[@kitty_sweetums]

Wait until you see his method for applying tacks to large paintings...

[@CommanderWiggins]

Wait, you mean you aren't supposed to lick the tools you stick in your mouth? Uh oh.

[@rayreineu]

The finished painting is so beautiful compared to how it looked in the beginning! You did an amazing job

[@at5389]

I swear jullian, this is the most impressive restoration I have ever seen. I was like omg that's a cow.... then cow"s". From out of the darkness into the light. Totally solid dude.

[@aisha1582]

That surface grime though sheeeeshh. The painting was so dirty! Satisfying to see it be cleaned

[@latenightdoc8945]

I'm gonna sleep like a baby tonight... that's for sure.. with this audio in my ears

[@FR3iT4S]

Ok the sound of this video its just spot on amazing !!! great job with the audio !!

[@aiyanaperry4016]

Holy crap 2 minutes ago?? Earliest I’ve ever been and I’m EXCITED!!!

[@Pattys_music]

A clear example of both talent and patience. OMG to what you just did. Lovit

[@bucketofholes]

oh my. thanks so much for dropping ads on the ASMR versions… perfect for sleep. i’ll be back more and more.

[@asmrzara9856]

Just in time for a nap! Thank you for yet another relaxing and satisfying restoration 😊

[@lwhitaker4054]

The wood frame sounded almost brittle as you confidently removed the nails, and my fascination was caught. Thoroughly enjoyed the video. Thank- you.

[@JadeStrawberry]

Hi Julian, as always, you restored the painting to it's glory. The ASMR was relaxing and very soothing and provided much needed calmness in our lives given the current world issues.

[@heatherthedutch-american1481]

Yay a video on my birthday. Thanks for nice start to a new year❤

[@tthomas9160]

I work in the service industry and listen to people talk constantly. I love the quiet.

[@zach3021]

I’ve been around for quite a while and binge your videos, and I’d like to tell you that I love them! Also, awesome new intro man

[@alisonarcher5072]

I usually mute videos because there’s normally too much talking. This was soooo peaceful hearing sounds like the brush on the bowl. More, please.

[@lorithompson9523]

Loved it yesterday and loved asmr version today... Thank you

[@5809AUJG]

So wonderful....to see this beautiful painting brought back to life and health. I never tire of watching your videos.

[@gabbyholloman9398]

Holy hell that painting! How on earth does a painting get that dirty. As soon as I saw the blue of the sky and the bird get exposed I was blown away with the amount of color hidden by that layer of dirt.

[@amelisticamente56]

it's actually not the dirt, he explains in the narration that instead of art varnish they used furniture lacquer/shellac that naturally just browns over time so that's most of the brown

[@feefs2657]

Julien is such a appropriate name for an art conservator

[@erinmalia96]

The part you sped thru where you were creating swabs and cleaning the painted side of the canvass had all the most tingly ASMR noises before the sped up part started. Totally wouldn't mind if you left it all in ❤❤

[@lawrencefinch-hatton6231]

I'm always inspired when i see somebody take a different approach to something. Thanks for the show.

[@Jaymara]

I just know this is about to be relaxing asl !!

[@evangenesis315]

The audio quality is better than most documentaries

[@bobbiemooney2100]

I enjoyed this but I really enjoy the narration, the voice is not only informative but soothing as well

[@rebekahshook9023]

I get so excited when you upload. Please never stop

[@jasminewilliams8944]

Initially, the painting was so discolored I thought it was a piece of wood. Amazing work with this peice :)

[@xschamarande8470]

Assister à la renaissance de ces magnifiques tableaux est un régal ! J'ai remarqué que cette vidéo était moins "verbale" que d'autres et c'est beaucoup plus agréable pour moi qui coupait le son par saturation. Un peu d'explication est nécessaire pour nous faire partager votre travail mais trop, devient lassant et gâche le plaisir.

[@Astreving]

Nicely done! I have never thought that your vid as ASMR was something I indeed needed :D

[@tommyhill199]

Painting hung in Patty and Selma’s apartment for 50 years.

[@konekokid]

Been awhile since you did an ASMR video. Really enjoyed this. Conservation the video game.

[@ericstoever9577]

Night and day in one painting, and Baumgartner brings the light!

[@elisegaliacy620]

That little hint to the next video at 1:11 Brilliant

[@lixou.x732]

Loving the pink socs

[@Yeni-fa-fa]

Omg, I’ve been waiting for another ASMR video from you. I love them!!!!

[@Toki.Toki.]

I would love a longer version of this not sped up. This was so relaxing to listen to as I was doing my own work

[@Mermaider]

I'm actually saving watching your videos untill me and my friends have a 2 day get together to watch them videos. Thanks

[@aundrealair8053]

You should make a compilation of you just cleaning the paintings. I love these videos. I just want to watch you clean them in real time that’s my fave part.

[@deborahpetith8710]

AMAZING, I loved the way you did this one.

[@RenanSperendio]

Best channel on KZbin!!

[@jenniferfitzgerald1796]

That was so satisfying to watch. For me it’s the cleaning part.

[@hairybeefman]

The microphone quality is insane!!! 🤯😱

[@maGiCpinkBear]

When he brush the dirt from the back of the painting 🥺 oh that did it for me

[@colombepetite]

When you started cleaning I was a bit scared that you were taking the paint off, even though I knew you weren’t. So much beauty hidden behind what seemed like 200 years of cigar/cigarette smoke.

[@TheMilkshakeuk]

Amazing as always - must say i was left scratching my head why haven’t we varnished an isolation layer before touch up ?

[@Supermelo29]

Baumgartner Restoration Videos: a vaccine against stress. Pure enjoyment.

[@Fallenemiko]

I normally watch the narrated version only, but was a litter worded out tonight, gotta say, watching the ASMR version (at x2 speed Bc adhd) was pretty interesting. I never noticed Julian kept the razor to cut the tape for the hot table folded up under the lip of the tape, that’s such a neat little detail that I’d never notice in the narrated version.

[@dorinhaaaaa]

Man i really wanted to see how did he make this video! Behind the scenes pleaseee this is awesome

[@justjojoking]

i love the asmr, i love all videos but the consistent talking in the other ones stresses me out so this asmr one is perfect for me personally ☺️

[@zippymacadoo6336]

I see birds...and trees...and cows...and driftwood! Holy moly it's amazing!

[@CheeseLuver]

Hey Julien! I love the end of the video with the circle expanding out. Do more of those!!

[@kiegehige3169]

Oh the ASMR version! Thank you so much!

[@JncGwen]

After being so careful, the force you slammed that tape dispenser on the painting was startling.

[@BlueCanary7]

Yesterday, watched the regular version. Today, watching it all again without narration... Yep. The bit where the cows appear is still magic.

[@ChiliKatsuRamen]

the bessttt asmrr vid ever. made me sleep right away