Two paintings, Two Conservators, One Olympic Sized Competition Part 2

[@AbigailAnn]

15:25 should be a point for kit for great trash talk.

[@BaumgartnerRestoration]

She undoubtedly wind the trash talking competiton

[@JasonHuebel]

Also, 12:20.

[@Gallahaut]

24:05 Julian: Alright, time for varnish. Kitt: Is that mine? Julian: Yeah. Kitt: Mmhmm.

[@imallfordabulls]

Jerk store is an A+ reference

[@gamusicus]

10 points to Kit's trash talk! :)

[@lyssaerra3643]

"Its my table so its ok" pure dad energy right there

[@jesstheyogacat]

It was insufferable and made me like Julian less to exploit his advantage there and throughout the competition

[@heehoopeanut420]

yeah😂

[@heehoopeanut420]

​@@jesstheyogacatstruck a chord, huh?😂

[@BaumgartnerRestoration]

@@jesstheyogacatthe entire video was tongue in cheek. 🤷‍♂️

[@bejinsking]

Bro, it's nothing serious, chill​@@jesstheyogacat

[@kellieevetts2637]

The winner is...THE VIEWERS!! 🎉

[@oltedders]

The customer.

[@camilocontreras7044]

In Deed 👌

[@czajla]

The winner is... art

[@Frank-Thoresen]

The heritage

[@WilsonRyan]

SPOILERS

[@wbfaulk]

Kit's retouching technique of "I just mixed a color; let's find all the places it goes" is fascinating.

[@BaumgartnerRestoration]

It’s not wrong and if it gets the job done, the it’s right. I think it’s a bit erratic but that’s just me 😉

[@BarenakedFi]

@@BaumgartnerRestoration I'd do it Kit's way, it's more efficient

[@aljaslenc]

To me it makes a lot of sense. Not only because it's probably a bit more time efficient to only mix each color once, but mostly because it more closely resembles how most artists would probably approach painting eg. adding a shadow to each of the grapes, then adding the highlight to each one etc.

[@jewfish68]

Kit was so funny in this series. +10 points to Kit. Better luck next time Julian!

[@dilliya]

The grey hairs part was my favorite part 😮😂

[@KaosityTheory]

@@dilliyaShe definitely won that exchange

[@thiagoennes]

who would have thought that the apprentice would surpass the master in the art of the squarespace segue...

[@Songbirdstress]

Point!

[@user-Penelope27]

Wasn’t that brilliant

[@BaumgartnerRestoration]

Hey, I wrote, directed and edited it… no points for me? 😜

[@sweetbailey1177]

​@BaumgartnerRestoration half a point to you for technical, full poi t to Kit for execution and artistry. 😄💕

[@thiagoennes]

@@sweetbailey1177 and flair! don't forget the flair.

[@vitorschroederdosanjos6539]

*** Literally anything *** Julian: I will give myself a point

[@zechdrifrut5743]

i hope u know you’ve introduced a whole generation to the world of art conservation and ur work means so much to all of us

[@Silverbirchleaf]

I love Kit's cheeky little sister style energy and Julian's long-suffering big bro comebacks

[@sweetbailey1177]

Seriously! They definitely have that sibling rivalry-type energy going on. Kit toes it right up to the line and follows it up with a smirk, it's hilarious!

[@Pepa14pig]

Julien giving himself points 😂😂😂 Kit should have got some too!

[@BaumgartnerRestoration]

Privilege of having your name on the door ;)

[@Frank-Thoresen]

​@@BaumgartnerRestorationYour clients nailed that remark at the end saying your name is over the door 😄

[@RehabProjectSRCB]

​@BaumgartnerRestoration But it's technically your dad's name. So, do you really get the points?

[@ilfardrachadi2318]

The best example of why judges should be impartial that I've ever seen. :P

[@Spasticlemur]

We really enjoy it when we can see the clients reaction. Their reaction also has to give you, as conservators, a feeling of being on top of the world.

[@BaumgartnerRestoration]

These were great clients (they all are) but they were so genuinely happy and excited!

[@anteeker]

"Oh yeah, well the jerk store called......." I laughed out loud at that. Shout out to Seinfeld.

[@epflrz1625]

Me too!

[@francesw.6774]

Was that really a Seinfeld show line? I loved the jab and am a Seinfeld fan, so I'd love to know. I plan on using that one!

[@anteeker]

@@francesw.6774 Yeah it was. The episode was about a guy George worked with at the Yankees Stadium. They were at a meeting and George was scarfing down shrimp. The guy told him the ocean called and said it was out of shrimp. Everyone laughed and George couldn't think of a comeback until later. Then he thought up the jerk line. I won't spoil how it turns out. I wish I could remember the season and episode. Try googling Seinfeld jerk store episode. It might come up. It was a great show.

[@anteeker]

​@@francesw.6774I just looked it up- season 8, episode 13.

[@MeryChess]

I laughed so much 😂

[@mikededmon]

When Kit mentioned your gray hair, I thought, "OH, this video is about to become NOT family friendly". This was so fun. It's really fun to see you both interact and joke around with each other. So fun, but still full of interesting painting restoration and details.

[@BaumgartnerRestoration]

I think she saw her job go gray too! 😂

[@francesw.6774]

This is probably what the working relationship ends up like after months, if not years, of working in isolation with one another.

[@that_thing_I_do]

I thought it was kind of rude, actually. I've seen people sent to HR for less.

[@melmoomlem7321]

​@that_thing_I_do he is HR 😅 soooo I mean he joked ab9ut her losing her job. That makes them even I'd think

[@robinsmith4047]

Both of you spent a ton of energy being unkind and aggressive with each other. Not cool

[@JeanLoupRSmith]

Give Kit some Dumbledore-style last minute points, her wit and humour steals the day, sorry Julian. :)

[@ThinWhiteAxe]

28:45 As a framer I must protest. This is my whole job and I do enjoy it.

[@bencaton1514]

I used to work at a high-end art framer and really enjoyed it; I tried to find another framing job when I moved countries but never did, and now I’m a translator. I’d probably still be a framer if I’d stayed in the UK!

[@nilsp9426]

Isn't there much more to it than to fix the painting in the frame? Like all the repair work on the frame, maybe even help picking a frame, etc. etc.?

[@ThinWhiteAxe]

@@nilsp9426 Well, yes. I was being hyperbolic.

[@francesw.6774]

I've installed purchased paintings into frames many times, and I love doing the offset fasteners and seeing the painting in its final mount, so I was thinking the same thing.

[@ThinWhiteAxe]

@@francesw.6774 Good for you! I help so many customers whose eyes glaze over when I explain how to mount a canvas in a frame with offset clips (we sell them and it's easy enough to do yourself). It's more business for me so I suppose it's all good, but I really appreciate DIY spirit in people 😅

[@hippopotamusbosch]

Kit was using Squarespace to discreetly update her résumé.

[@BaumgartnerRestoration]

Haha!

[@1RealRoyalPain]

Awesome! When is she leaving?

[@orlamc5051]

​@@1RealRoyalPain Ew you're weird

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

I just had to turn away from a bunch of videos that are being shown to me by the algorithm and I don't have the mental fortitude for it right now so I was very happy to see this in my notifications. You have created a spot of calm and peace and kindness in the world.

[@j3tus15]

This format is really fun! I would love to see more of Kit, it makes the video more lighthearted and it's really interesting to see different approaches to the process of conservation

[@sweetbailey1177]

Agreed! Seeing different techniques side-by-side in the same video was so interesting.

[@Pizzpott]

Kit has immense talent in restoration, Julian is a superlative teacher.

[@asliyase]

Everty story about Julian’s father adds up 😂 I also have a complicated but loving relationship with my late father ❤️

[@X22GJP]

What I liked most about these episodes is not the restorations, but the playful banter between you both. It can be a tedious world and so to see you both genuinely having fun together while doing serious work is great as it’s not always a side that we see 😊

[@scottantonucci]

It's no exaggeration to say this channel has added to the quality of my life immeasurably. The immediate blood pressure drop is one thing, but the way these videos have affected every aspect of my life, down to the expert level care I take in opening an envelope or removing an address label from a magazine is nothing short of astonishing. 🙏

[@laurenglass4514]

Loved the owners appearing and discussing the works

[@shanettequao9043]

The customer is the true victor, but I really enjoyed this mini series, learning about different methods and different approaches to conservation was quite cool 🎉

[@ThomasGoeson]

I already knew Kit was clearly a skilled conservator. But it was so great to actually see it in action! Especially Kit, but you both should be enormously proud!

[@mrbugenhagen3364]

That ironing shirts story was a fantastic life lesson. But I do wonder if the editor is biased with the points 😀

[@jesstheyogacat]

Unquestionably- Julian rigged the competition. That was gross

[@donneverae3050]

You say you and Kit are just technicians, not artists, but it reminds me of what they say about editors. "The editor clears away the smoke to let the flame of the idea shine through." That's what you and Kit do for these paintings.

[@cryptid4131]

the only Olympics I care about this year

[@kristalburns3490]

It was fun to see what Kit has learned and to see her show off her gained knowledge. Bravo!

[@mmmjd-usa]

The winners are quite a few. First, the owners. Who now have a beautiful pair of paintings to enjoy. Second, us viewers. Who were treated to such wonderful restoration. Third, Kit. Who not merely held her own but actually surpassed you by delivering a much more detailed work in a truly masterful way. Julian, you've been toppled.

[@Vaso2209]

Julian is a winner too. He has earned his reputation as a conservationist and he is doing a great job teaching Kit. The fact that she mentions "little Julian" is the greatest accomplishment for any teacher/mentor.

[@opalpersonal]

kit should've gotten a point for that flawless sponsorship segue.

[@liudmiladelcastillo5581]

Love the relationship between Julian and Kit, joking around with no hard feelings 🤩 love you guys 😍

[@I_am_Lauren]

Kit was asking soime great questions and walking us through the process. Thanks Kit!

[@harkinsclark1417]

I haven't seen such dodgy point scoring since Eddie the Eagle 😂

[@maddieadams75]

Nice restoration Kit, you are the winner when your work is finished and it’s looks like only one person restored both paintings. Jonathan is the winner for being an excellent instructor, that Kit has become a excellent conservationist 🧡🧡🧡

[@ericarodrigues9522]

I'll confess i was rooting for Kit... Loved the video, i was missing Kiiittt!! Love for u both from Brazil!! 🇧🇷❤

[@IuriSantos]

Great videos, the only downside for me is that I dislike it when bosses joke about people losing their jobs.

[@bermego7]

He did it so many times in one way or another. Even in the comments he said it was the benefit of having his name on the door... It made me feel recoil a bit

[@MateusAntonioBittencourt]

Kit style of retouching is similar to how I restore old photos on Photoshop. I don't focus on a single area at a time, like Julian. I go all over it it a small thing at a time, doing multiple passes. Cool seeing that.

[@yaaaaarn]

i like the way kit finds all areas a color is needed before moving on to the next. it may be chaotic, but it shows her great attention to detail

[@juliemcleod1119]

I clicked so fast when i saw this come on my radar. Now for 37 minutes of Relaxing begins...

[@ColleenMarble]

Kit gets bonus points for the teasing. Therefore, she wins! :-)

[@Corndog4382]

Interesting how his experience isn’t necessarily giving “better” results, but rather the same results using far more efficient and time saving techniques. When doing this for a living/business, that efficiency is super important.

[@jordanbradford7729]

I appreciate Kit’s sass. She’s keeping you humble!

[@georgegarcia2455]

I love the back and forth banter during this competition! Great Job!

[@stacyalcorn9184]

Great to see Kits growth as your student....remember her 1st video, she has come far!

[@TheMeganExperience]

That was such a treat - to see the owners and hear the story behind the paintings ☺️

[@BelleMichele99]

i’m so glad Kit is letting her natural color grow out ❤ looks much healthier

[@SimonMurrayPhuket]

I have been watching your channel now for over two years (I think). Every time I see a new painting come in to be restored, it amazes me in the complete change that you bring to the artwork and how you manage to save the "unsaveable" and bring back the original painting back to life to be enjoyed for many more years - its also about the only time that I sit and listen to classical music and I love it every time. Thank you for your time, your expertise and for sharing this restoration journey with us!

[@emeraldqueen1994]

The winners I see are : 1) the paintings themselves 2) the original artist(s) who painted these beauties 3) the clients 4) the viewers & 5) both you and Kit, because you both learned from the experience of helping these paintings to thrive

[@mikepetersen2927]

Lovely work! Julian, you must be so proud of Kit's growth and capability! Thank you for providing the space and comfort for her to flourish. I wonder if we'll get more Tiny Julian in the future. 🙂

[@henrivanbemmel]

It is so nice to see the owners. I do hope you can include the owners as much as practicable.

[@Emily160798]

Super sick rn cause of some bacterial infection in my digestive system. Thanks for helping me to get through the hard time 😢

[@claire.morgan]

Kit is the queen of roasting Julian and I am here for it. Good thing Julian is such a good sport!

[@mastermavrick]

Great pair of videos, 1/3 competition, 1/3 showing how similar yet different techniques can be used on a artwork, 1/3 seeing has the student learned.

[@francesw.6774]

I prefer figural paintings over landscapes, and landscapes over still life's, but I have to say that these companion paintings, post-restoration, are really stunning. Those apples look like what was probably commonly available before the development of modern hybrids and the use of spraying for pests and diseases - a bit of a historical record. While you always hear about restoration in regard to the painting and the client, I always think about the long-ago artist, and how pleased they would be, if they could know, that their painting was valued and respected and maintained in fine displayable condition long into the future. I've been lucky to have the experience that these clients are having in this video, and I can confirm what a wonderful feeling it is to see a painting you own that has been brought back to its full glory, released from years of being obscured and damaged by time and mishandling.

[@donnaspear8311]

Kit gets 100 points for being so smart to learn with such a brilliant art conservator.

[@trevorsneath4665]

Watching Kit retouch was a delight. Very impressive colour skills and it must be a relief to have someone else in the studio who can do a professional job like this.

[@glazdarklee1683]

So cute! I love the way Kit feels comfortable enough to tease like that. But mostly I like the way this all shows that there is more than one approach to success. Again, that Kit feels comfortable making her own choices tells me all that I need to know.

[@lynnedelacy2841]

Those green grapes are so realistic with natural misshapes and colours you could just pick one and eat it

[@damealeta3541]

Nice to see actual customers' reaction to the restoration. Great job by both of you.

[@86fifty]

7:07 - Kit again being the voice of the Millienials in the audience XD

[@patriciacooney5705]

That was an entertaining way to do what you already do, together and separate. Your techniques might differ but the end results are excellent of course. Kit is funny and obviously loving the work. Well done.

[@tljones_books]

Kit: “Ooh sounds like table....” 😂

[@Madnessnunky]

It would be cool if you put the songs used during the conservation on screen or in the description. I really enjoyed the music in this retouching and have no idea what it is.😅

[@excession3076]

Chopin, Nocturne Op 9 I agree, the music should included in the description of the video (and all the other videos on YT). Many times you hear a piece, either recognise it or want to listen again, and often don't know where to start to find it. Sometimes feel there's a bit of elitism involved, "well of course everybody knows this piece".

[@audiomxr]

Such a great, creative way to educate on different techniques. The banter between the two of you was wonderful.

[@pmemontage]

So, so, so cool this double restauration. And these customers, very brave to stepping into the complete story. I realy have enjoyed this project

[@oliviaannejohnson9689]

Julian is the best conservator in my book he is skilled at his craft 150 points to him :)

[@CarlaMWard-]

Love it when you have the owners of the piece review and comment on the restored work, happens far to little so a joy for when they agree to be filmed at the final reveal. Personally I think Kit was equal to you mate

[@Benabik]

Always great to see both the response of the clients and your witty reparte with Kit. Jerk store, classic. 😀

[@fugithegreat]

Those still lifes are gorgeous! Nice work, Kitt and Julian!

[@yevangelion]

23:40 really excited for the painting in the back

[@louiseharper7850]

Julian, be proud of your hair, you have one of the best heads of hair I've seen!

[@_Michiel_]

The real winners are the paintings. They came out amazing! Loved the friendly banter between the two of you. Great work, Kit and Julian!

[@TheKeystoneChannel]

I love the dynamics between you two and Kits cheeky comments hehe. This was fabulous teamwork and lovely to see the different approaches . Always appreciate the reaction of the clients too

[@franca1215]

I really liked these 2 parts. Just seeing how the different ways to do things and to see kit learn things and also learn things myself

[@awalden]

I love seeing owner-reactions when the final result is revealed. What a special moment!

[@timparsons3565]

It never fails to blow my freaking mind when Julian starts touching up the paintings and the blemishes literally vanish into thin air. The way he's able to mix the perfect color nearly every time, especially when the colors are complex and subtle and changing all at once... truly astonishing.

[@jmsmom67]

I know! I look away for a second and have no clue what he just painted!

[@redwitch12]

It boggles me when I can see a flaw, and he apparently just pokes the brush at it a few times with a couple of subtle color shifts and it DISAPPEARS. :D

[@nuancedmusings-ronneefullerton]

Thanks for showing us different approaches, some very new to us! I think you presented this in a fun and entertaining way. The end results were beautiful and show you can be different but on the same page as far as care, preservation, efficiency, collegiality, quality and client care. Loved seeing the reveal and discussion with the clients at the end of this episode. I enjoyed this episode!

[@jennyscott1740]

This was a great series, you two seem to have a great working relationship.

[@oneshotme]

It's always cool to see the owners first look at the paintings you restore!!!! I very much enjoyed your video and I gave it a Thumbs Up

[@ijlayugan4149]

I know it's not serious (and totally rigged) but this was really fun to watch. The results are BEAUTIFUL. You two did amazing! Love this dynamic

[@Izawwlgood]

You guys are hilarious together, and it's a great dynamic to watch. Love the back and forth sass, it really underlines the different approaches both in terms of personal preference and in terms of the explanations as you talk it over. I love seeing the thought processes!

[@djparn007]

Thank you, Julian and Kitt! 👍👍

[@michaelsheffield6852]

I think we can all agree. No cutting on surfaces of any kind!

[@sydneyevans2637]

Only surfaces meant to be cut on.

[@JoBarnes-x2n]

I love still life fruit, you are both incredibly talented individuals ❤

[@loravura4782]

as a longtime viewer, i loved this one! it's a nice way to present the info in a new way and show how multiple approaches can work together and the pros and cons of each

[@zoinomiko]

They are STUNNING. Congrats to you both, and thank you for the fun format!

[@CMch22]

I’m enjoying seeing more of the friendship within the mentorship in your interactions.

[@caittails]

I’m ride or die for Kit, but cutting directly on the tables is STRESSING me out. 😅 Like girl, that’s so wild, that’s a TABLE.

[@DucktorwhoArt]

I really enjoyed these two episodes, the friendly rivalry and light hearted banter made me smile. It was really fun to see how two different approaches ended in equally beautiful restorations. Amazing work from the both of you, i think you both deserve gold medals 🎉

[@stagehandbueno1725]

I’ve been watching your videos for a few years now and have seen what I think is every one of them. I enjoy learning about your work and I have grown a bigger understanding of it. Thank you for sharing your work

[@blaupunkt1221]

I love the dynamic between you two!

[@watercolornewbies]

More videos with Kit please! I really enjoyed the interaction between you.

[@lindabreckler777]

The retouching is my favorite part of the video. It allows a small window into the painter’s original intent and you do it so beautifully.

[@djkitkat2045]

Oh gosh, the years of art school board mounting is flooding back to me!!

[@xWinterMoon]

Oh wow! Didn't expect to see the owners to be present. This was amazing!

[@renerpho]

Always great to see the owners react!

[@gregpenismith1248]

Not every day you see a ghoul just hanging out.

[@thepagan5432]

Julian -10 points for having his canvas not 100% stuck down on the first attempt. Competition aside I think you both done extremely well, and Julian as the 'Master' should win. However, Kit as the grasshopper, performed brilliantly. Well done both of you 👍 ps Can we see more of Kit's dog please.

[@NickGreyden]

Hearing stories about Julian's dad and then the banter and shade he throws Kit's way.... he came by that humor honest lol. The Dad vibe is real.

[@brethil2255]

I noticed that Kit is very talented with retouching. Often with Julian I can see, if I am really concentrating, where he retouched. With KitI can't see it anymore, all points to Kit. 😊

[@eliotmccann2589]

Big J has remarked in one of the earlier videos that Kit has a great colour sense. He sounded almost envious, in fact.

[@brethil2255]

@@eliotmccann2589 I can imagine that he is envious, a younger student that did not reached (yet) her full talent and she is already kicking his ass with retouching.

[@PamelaVidler]

Those paintings are absolutely beautiful. The competition was fun. I love when you have the owners on and show how pleased they are with your work. These last two videos were really fun to watch. Thank you for sharing your world.