Why I Don't Paint Real Places Anymore.

[@ME-fo7si]

I started painting recently in my sixties and this is how I look at the wash or first colors I put on the canvas, it looks like magical places that I’ve never seen before. I had no idea what it was called. Thank you

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Awesome to hear that you've started painting! I hope that you continue to enjoy it as much as I do. 😀 I'm totally with you, watching that first wash dry and settle in a unique way every time is just properly magical! Thanks so much for your comment. 🙂

[@zenmaster2564]

Same here. Started painting, sketching, just about anything in my sixties. Lockdown was extremely depressing with going through so many things all at once. I think art was the only thing that kept me sane. When someone says he/she is having fun with painting or sketching I have a different reaction. Art is keeping me alive and sane. I wonder if anyone understands my state of mind.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey Zenmaster. I hear you. I'm sorry that you had such a difficult time through lockdown and I'm glad that art helped you to keep things moving. I don't think that you're alone in your experience; I suspect that we'll still be coming to understand the societal-wide mental health impacts of the last couple of years for quite some time. I'm happy that art has a role in your life that's positive at the moment and I appreciate you sharing your experience. Wishing you the very best. 🙏

[@ME-fo7si]

@@zenmaster2564 yes it truly did keep me alive. Will be seeing my family on Wednesday for the first time in nearly 2 yrs. we all live in different countries and all have had different rules. My emotional barometer is off the roof right now.

[@mukeshpandis7225]

Hey hi..u gave me infinity hope...i started at 30 and doubting myslef whether i can make t better or not...but ur comment gives me hope..

[@cheezypaintings28]

I like the idea of not painting what you see, that way you create something new that does not exist yet!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Absolutely! I've nothing against realism as a genre or as skillset and I've a lot of respect and admiration for artists who put the other hours to recreate things as they are. Personally, I find fun in taking existing elements to weave something completely new. Thank you 😁

[@sissisue2078]

You spoke to my soul, to my very core. My art and I went through a hard, painful, relieved and freeing process to end up, well...here. To paint as I follow my flow. 💜 It still takes me practice to maintain my trust in my flow but I am getting there. I am grateful I found you and your video in this very moment. 💜 To everyone out there: enjoy the time discovering your flow with curiosity and love, its an amazing process. 💜

[@TimSchofieldArt]

It's awesome to hear that you're enjoying painting, Sissi! Practice is important but it's all part of the journey and the play. Thank you for your comment sharing your experience. 🙂 Hope to hear from you again. ✌️

[@hinda7298]

I never knew this had a name. And the name is so fitting, as well. Flow state. I've always loved the first washes but something in me has always made me discard them, thinking that they're not real finished pieces. You've just opened a new portal for me. Thank you so much. I love the editing and the whole aura of both this video and you.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much. 🙂 I'm glad that you like the video! I really likethe freedom that's in first washes; I almost never return for a second watercolour wash.

[@Waaaaaaha396]

Your cozy style and words got you a new sub! This channel is a hidden gem

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much, Goobers 😁 I'm glad you like the videos and appreciate you joining along!! Hoping that you have a great day.

[@Ganna4]

loved this video! even though you don't paint any particular location, your style transports the viewer to a moment in time that may or may not exist. It's sharing your visions and inspiring others to use their imagination.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much, Ganna. You got it 100% 😀 I'm glad that you like the video; really appreciate your support!

[@AmbiCahira]

The youtube algorithm has started to get spookily accurate. I recently bought my first watercolor tube paints and this morning I took the time to open them all, swatch a few and the tubes that overflowed a bit ended up in the palette and with those 10 chance colors I made up a scene just to not waste paint and to get a feel for them. When I did art as a kid it was always out of my imagination and still I wish to be able to make fantasy art in whatever way my journey takes me as a beginner at art as an adult. I hear a lot advice to draw what you see and it's solid advice but I also feel reassured that this art you just shared is a possibility for my journey too. To kind of just get lost in creativity and see where it takes you. Thanks for sharing this, it was beautiful in more ways than 1. I feel inspired. 💜

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Awesome to hear that you're giving painting a try Ambi! I hope that it brings you as much joy as it does me. I'm glad that you enjoyed the video, thank you. 🙂

[@Slynczeto]

I was looking something on youtube , being quite nervous, having negative emotions and I viewed your video, just by accident and it made me feel calm and peacefull. Thanks for that instant unexpected relief. BTW your works are amazing :)

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey Slynczeto. 🙂 I'm happy to hear that the video helped you to feel some relief! Thank you for letting me know; it means a lot! 🙏

[@pimgamerz]

same man, subbed!

[@gavin.d.m]

I've just come back to art, after a 28 year break since finishing school. Choose acrilic paints to experiment with. Your water colour style looks fascinating.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey Gavin, awesome to hear that you're back to art! I enjoy acrylics a lot, although it's been a couple of years since I last picked them up. 😄

[@paunoonoo-art]

Hi Tim, I have just discovered your channel and I’m totally blown away. It’s not just your beautiful artworks that you create but also the video is a piece of artwork. I’m very excited to watch all your other videos. Thank you for sharing🥰

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much, Paunoonoo! 🙂 Really appreciate that, I hope that you enjoy the other videos as well! Have a great day. 😁

[@dianafallon1012]

I stopped painting about 2 months ago after painting everyday for the last 3 years. I want to paint intuitively but I could not get inspired until now. Thank you 💕😊

[@gameyybuilds]

I really appreciated this video. I came to a similar conclusion (revelation?) with my art recently, letting the flow state take over and letting the project itself determine what the end result will be. It sounds crazy if you haven't experienced it yourself, but it definitely feels like "discovering" what the piece wants to be, rather than shaping it to your will. Not sure why YT recommended this, but glad it did, and now you've earned a new subscriber.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you. 🙂 I'm totally with you, it often feels like I'm 'discovering' a painting as I go. I tend to describe my process as trying to find the painting in the mess. 😄 I'm really happy that the video resonated with you and I appreciate your support, thank you.

[@tinycuisine6544]

Beautiful message, beautifully produced.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you, I'm glad that you like it. 🙂

[@blu_3zalleyne117]

I love the setup and motion of your videos, they really help me to access my own flow state, thanks for your time and energy!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much, I'm glad that you like them! 😄

[@petercordingley927]

I've been looking to take up painting and needed inspiration, this looks like great fun and presented so well. You have another subscriber!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hi Peter 🙂 Awesome to hear that you're taking up painting, it's a great practice. I'm glad that you enjoy the videos, thank you for letting me know. 😁

[@Cordelia-again]

I think your paintings are beautiful and evocative, they don't need to be placed for me to see what I want to see.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you, Cordelia. 🙂 Openness is usually what I aim for, letting people see what they want in them with just a little guidance is really rewarding balance to strike for me. I'm glad it works for you. Have a great day!

[@sarahincolor]

This is a really beautiful video, both visually and sentimentally. Thanks for sharing it with us.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

I'm so glad that you like it, Sarah. Thank you for letting me know - it means a lot! 😁

[@bearlybear4030]

This video just hits me, the feeling and the deep explanation of your process and the feeling others feel in this state.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much, I'm glad that the video has some value to you. 😄 Thank you for letting me know, it means a lot!

[@marzenal]

Oh, great. I have the same motivation and feeling. Thank you.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey Marzena. Thank you, I'm glad to hear it! 😄👌

[@Handotr]

Beautiful and thoughtful narration. Very nicely edited video.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

I appreciate it Dan, thank you! Glad that you enjoyed the video 😁

[@natashafranko5038]

Your painting is very beautiful , you are very inspiring .I love the colours too.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you Natasha, I appreciate that! 😄

[@Nadyaboggo]

Oh, so happy to stumble across your video, it feels like home 🥰💖

[@TimSchofieldArt]

I'm so glad, thank you for the lovely comment. 🙂

[@barbaratibbets8643]

Hi Tim. I’ve been painting this way since 2020 but not taken it to the next level as you have done. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

That's awesome, Barbara! Thank you as well. 🙂

[@mojophe1617]

Tim, I loved your video and your processes. Your work is very meditative and seems to flow from deep within. I really enjoyed it, thank you for sharing.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hi Mojo, I'm really happy that you enjoy the video. Thank you for letting me know; it means a lot. 🙂

[@DivyaJoan]

Discovered your channel today... there's something quite calming about your video and voice... I've recently started working with watercolor after years of shying away from the medium... The flow state... :) beautiful

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey DJ! Thanks for your comment, I'm glad that you find the videos calming. 🙂 I had a similar experience with watercolours. I painted with oils and acrylics almost exclusively for over a decade before giving them a try, but I was totally hooked very quickly, even though it took some time to work out what I wanted to do with them. I hope that you enjoy working with them as much as I did. Happy painting. 🎨

[@jaenmartens5697]

Thank you for this. So important about the focus and flow. It’s almost a mindful mindlessness. 👍

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Absolutely, Jaen! A mindful mindlessness is a great way of putting it (or pointing to it). I appreciate your comment and perspective, thank you. 🙂

[@jupitersemkyi]

I am so happy that youtube recommended your video. Such a beautiful mood and calming way of story telling.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey Jupiter! Thank you, I really appreciate it and I'm glad that you enjoy the video. 🙂

[@DAYBROK3]

YES, getting lost in the process, YES!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

That's what it's all about 🥳

[@tonksbond]

Those colors. They match exactly the ones of this one place I've been visiting in my dreams since I was a kid. I've tried painting it for years now only to find it depicted here, created by you. Thank you.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Wow, that's so cool to hear, Antonella. Thank you for sharing it with me!

[@David-no2ed]

Amazing work man. Great camerawork and quality!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks, David! Really appreciate it 😁

[@riamonis4316]

imagine being this talented , now that painting is surely a masterpiece .

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you Ria, that's really kind. 🙂 I'm glad that you like the painting.

[@mjpete27]

Lovely artworks! I have been painting with watercolors since I was 10 years old. My Gran got me started and I have never stopped, I did take a 15 years break from paint on paper into digital painting. I had to go digital to keep working in the graphic design field ! I am now over 60 and I paint whatever I wish and I do paint places from my mind that might not actually exist in the "real" world! I also paint my dog who is in this real world and is a wonderful part of it! I wish you continued success and joy in painting. Thank you for sharing your paintings with us.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hi Michael, thank you for your comment. 🙂 I've tried digital painting a few times and it's a field I really enjoy for the appreciation of others' work but not one that I was ever able to get into a groove with myself; maybe one day! Awesome to hear that you've enjoying being back to watercolours; happy painting! 🥳

[@baghdadkhatoonnikkhah2296]

You have a beautiful soul. Keep it.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you. 🙂🙏

[@Xris_tsou]

youtube recommended me your page and wow man you are trully inspiring , you are changing the game.Fun, freedom of movement , and different uses of the items that you have makes you a unique style painter , thank you for this i hope the best!

[@haniebanakar2996]

I enjoyed watching the video and your creative paintings🙏🏼🌿

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you, Hanie. 🙂

[@sabrinac1571]

OMG Tim ! Your work is so Amazing and beautiful! This colors and vibes are so good ... I lived on a boat for 4years, I find tour pictures really perfect 💞 And... you look so cute to...😊 I think I juste fell in love with you and you your art 💘 I send you best wishes and biggest kisses from France 😉

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hi Sabrina, thanks for your really kind comment. 🙂 I've often thought about living on a boat, it looks like a cool way of life! I'm happy that you like the art and the videos, thank you! 😁

[@billjohns1306]

This is a great theme to explore. I am described as a "surrealist" by most but I'm not sure if I agree. To put it as plainly as possible, I really enjoy the search for a resonance...I don't know what I'm looking for, but I'm internally certain when I find it. It only lasts for a moment though. My work is then the process of trying to reanimate it for as long as possible, bring it back to life within myself so I can draw it out onto the canvas, into the real world, take it from a hazy feeling to a solid form. Over the years I've been able to do this for increasingly long periods, I'm able to hold that "flow" and come back to it almost daily. That process is what I am really engaged in, that's the enjoyable part... the paintings are just a by product of that. Cool video, thanks for sharing! And nice work btw!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience, Bill! It sounds pretty similar to my perspective and it's also what I'd describe as the fun part of the art for me also. I'm glad you find the video and the topic interesting! 😁 Have a great day. 👍

[@rodrigomafra1645]

beautiful work you are as kind and gentle as your work

[@TimSchofieldArt]

I really appreciate that, Rodrigo. Thank you 🙂

[@AnaMaria-oj1fw]

This made me cry, it that state of flow that i also look for as an artist... As if you are just there in the perfect moment watching it take shape before your eyes, letting it happen

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Happy tears I hope! 😄

[@martadomwkratke134]

This is a great film workshop! Shots, lights, editing and painting of course - bravo!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much, Marta! I really appreciate the encouragement and I'm glad that you like the video. 🙂

[@juliejulie8379]

I just found your channel tonight. Watching the painting evolve was so satisfying. I love the whole video, it made me feel relaxed and happy. ❤

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey Julie! 🙂 I'm really pleased you find the video relaxing, it was definitely one of my goals going into it! Thank you for your kind words and for sharing with me. I hope you have a great day!

[@walterreansalley3410]

The artist proves to be such an amazing character in this story of life. Amazing tools. Amazing techniques. And you articulate your points so well. Love the depth of connectivity between your art and your dreams. That sense of objects being within one's grasp, and, yet, ever so elusive; I've experienced such. And I love it when the artist paints a scene that is so appealing, it makes the spectator longs to be there, and witness the whole experience. You really emerge yourself into your work. Congratulations on your beautiful works Sir. Thank you for taking the time to share with us. Keep them coming. And I wish you the best in all your endeavors. 💓🎨😊

[@TimSchofieldArt]

What a wonderful comment, thanks so much for your kind words. I'm so happy that you like the paintings and the video; I find so much joy in the process and it's uplifting that others do as well. 🙂 Wishing you the very best! 😁🙏

[@walterreansalley3410]

@@TimSchofieldArt 👍👍👍🙏😊

[@judithwilliams3835]

Thank you for this calm, informative film. I shall look out for your channel.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you, Judith. 🙂

[@KathyBrooksArt]

This was so enjoyable, interesting and meditation even. I want to make my own frames, and have a new mitre box. Subscribed, many thanks.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey Kathy! That's awesome to hear, I hope that the frames go great. Glad you enjoyed the video, thank you. 🙂

[@VioletGlitterworks]

The gorgeous dark frames that you’ve created for these paintings just really amplify the beauty of them! They almost feel like adding a vignette or final touch that adds dimension to draw the eye towards the painting! Clever work for certain!!👏🏻 Lovely calming video as well, thanks for sharing! 😉

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks, Victoria. 🙂 Really appreciate it! I'm used to seeing them behind glass so it's a big change but one that I'm really excited about. I'm glad you like the paintings and the video, thanks for your kind words. 😁

[@tia3521]

I love this approach to painting landscapes and I like to add a fantasy element to my landscapes/ dreamscapes...places where our subconscious can play.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey Tia! Great to hear that you enjoy a similar approach. I know what you mean, it's not quite the same but I sometimes enjoy encorporating at least borderline 'other-wordly' looking features. Rays of light up into the sky, things like that; it's an inspiration I picked up from Roger Dean's art. Someone else in the comments here managed to pick up on it and nail the specific artist as well which blew my mind a bit. 😄 I hope that your painting goes great, I really appreciate your comment. 🙂

[@tia3521]

@@TimSchofieldArt Thankyou for your encouraging reply, I have to check out the artist you mentioned. Art is an extension of ourselves and I appreciate listening to how others describe their journey. 🙏

[@sheriberrie]

Thank you so so much for sharing this and your beautiful art! I’ve been feeling this for a while and you’ve put to words exactly what I wanted to say!!! I feel that surly it’s important to practice places for technical ability such as painting many portraits, but surely that’s just for theoretical practice. I truly believe in my heart that the power of art is when the artist is able to express an idea that is fresh, new and the most beautiful thing is that there is no need to completely invent as one can make a new landscape by distorting for instance the sea, the sky, putting currents here instead of there, an object here, a new one there, etc birthing something completely new 💙💙💙

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey S.J.P thanks for your comment! I'm glad to hear that the video resonated with you. I definitely agree that a firm grasp of the fundamentals is important. I've described intuitive painting as a bit like jazz music before. You might bend the rules sometimes but you still need to learn the instrument before you can play much of it. 😄

[@KarunaGutowski]

Thanks for showing how you made your frames, something I have been thinking about - how to frame my work without spending a fortune at the framers. Now I have the idea of how to move forward. Loved watching your process and listening to you talk about it!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

No worries, Karuna, I'm glad to hear it gave you some ideas. I'm planning on talking more about the process and a few different approaches in the future. 😄 Have fun with it!

[@chozinyeswe]

I just come across your channel and I was mesmerized by the art and the beautifully made video. Such an inspiration for me..☺

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey Cho Zin! Thanks so much, I'm glad that you like the art and the video. 🙏 Really appreciate you letting me know! The video was a lot of fun to make and I'm glad it's connected with you and others. 😁

[@YuyiLeal]

So calming and beautiful! Merci beaucoup mon ami! ...Subscribed!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Merci! 😄✌️ I really appreciate it, Yuyi, very happy that you like the video and find it calming. Thank you.

[@Wisdomofautumn]

Such a peaceful exposè on your painting style. I’ve likes and subscribed!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much 😁🙏

[@oldaccount90909]

I'm new to this channel. The part where you talk about your dreams and how the paintings describe something just out of grasp, is very similar to how I feel about my art and art I want to make and I guess I've never heard anyone else describe it so similarly or put it into words. I feel like my art and imagery I work with leans toward memories I've had as a child but changed or constructed over time. And everytime I sit down to paint, I'm chasing something that's not fully visible to me and I'm always trying to express that feeling. Idk. Anyways your work is beautiful. New sub.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey Professor Cas, thanks for subscribing, I appreciate the support. That's really interesting, I don't think I've heard of someone else describing it either; it definitely sounds like the same sort of thing. 😄 I wonder if yours also feel someone unfinished to you at the end? Happy painting.

[@lynnosepchuk1475]

Congratulations, Tim, on finding your gorgeous niche painting which you so eloquently justified with your dream analogy!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you, Lynn, what a nice comment. 😄 I'm glad that you like the paintings!

[@elizabethgardener486]

Really enjoying watching you paint, and listening to your calm take on life and how we express ourselves.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you, Elizabeth 🙂 appreciate your kind words and I'm glad you enjoy the videos!

[@ainhoasalaberri]

You are so inspiring... I felt so much peace watching the video, specially when you were creating the wooden frame

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hi Ainhoa, thank you. The frames are really rewarding to make. I'm glad that you find the videos peaceful. 🙂

[@howlingwind1937]

Thank you for sharing your thought processes and beautiful paintings, they would look lovely in a floating frame. Cheers from Tasmania!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Awesome to hear from you from Tasmania! Thank you, I appreciate it. The frames have moved from being an idea to a finished thing quite quickly so still getting used to the process myself but having a lot of fun with it.

[@howlingwind1937]

@@TimSchofieldArt thank you for a reply, that's good you're having fun making the frames and creating art, it's fun for the soul! Cheers from Tasmania!

[@dinkydog56]

I love the way you filmed this. It draws me in, and it has a nice flow to it.

[@SM-Artist]

Lovely painting Looks like freedom how you painting I love it freedom painting Thank you for sharing Love it second one It is awesome job 😊😍👍

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you, Suk. 😄 I find painting very freeing; I'm glad that it comes across to you and pleased that you enjoy the video.

[@ninakledal9056]

Loved your video, your words and your art 🤗❤️

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much, Nina. 🙂

[@ninakledal9056]

@@TimSchofieldArt Namaste

[@Tore1972Wisdom]

Interesting style and nice colors.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you Tore. 🙂 I appreciate it. 👍

[@orangeyouhappy2558]

Thank you for sharing your artwork and opinions. I'm a first time viewer and was captured. I am looking forward to watching more from you.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks for watching and welcome aboard! I'm glad that you enjoyed the video. 🙂 Really appreciate your support.

[@livrosser4212]

I really love art and your stile of creating landscapes is amazing. It such a cool way of using water colour. Now I got isperation to create, to try out painting with water colour and getting into the flow. Thank you for shairing your art with us😊

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you so much, Livia! 😀 For many years I thought I didn't like watercolours. It turned out that I just hadn't found a way of using them that I enjoyed yet. I'm glad that you like them too and I appreciate your lovely comment. 🙂

[@Loefoll]

Thank you for making this. I was really inspired by how the pace of the video illustrate the main point, as I see it, of your monologue, in such a beautiful way. Almost as a way of highlighting it and saying that it is OK to go with the this intuition, this feeling, this state; I find myself longing for it. I also really enjoyed watching your process, especially the frame making as I want to experiment more with that myself. I really appreciate your content! You have a new follower.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

That's awesome to hear, Frida, thank you. I'm glad that you like the pace of the video; it's a little slower than most, I think. I really appreciate your support! I hope that your frame making goes great. 🙂✌️

[@lightloveandawake3114]

💗😊💕thank you for sharing💕😊💗

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you!! I'm glad you enjoyed. 😁

[@karinae.schofield5605]

Wow! New subscriber, click. I absolutely love what you had to say about flow. Not sure I would have understood it until I experienced it however. I began "art"again in my life as a way of healing from some recent trauma... Flow has become my quiet space, where I want to be, a safe place where I can be myself and share of myself on canvas or on paper and express myself with no shame. Thank you for sharing!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hi Karina! Thanks so much for sharing this with me; I'm really happy to hear that art and flow states are helpful in your own life as well. 😄 I appreciate your support; glad that you liked the video!

[@simaabedini5908]

Love your blues 🌎👏👏👏

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you! 💙

[@Kelly41366]

I came across your videos tonight and I just love your beautiful art. The watercolors and your color choices are magical. I love hearing you talk throughout the video. Very soothing and so relaxing. Didn't know to keep watching or just close my eyes and hear your story. You have a new fan here in PA.. I paint a little myself just been doing some acrylic pouring but I would love to try watercolors.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much, Kelly. 🙂 I'm glad that you like the video, you should definitely give watercolours a try! They were a challenge for me for some time but they bring me a lot of joy now. I appreciate your support. 😄

[@lavinias-l2455]

Wow l love this. It describes perfectly my feeling of creative moments when l am painting. Beautiful work process TS. Thank you.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks Lavinia, that's awesome to hear. 😄 I appreciate it; happy painting!

[@jadedenthusiasms]

First, I must say the what i saw just in this first video of yours that I've seen...just....wow! The colors and wild movement...just love it so much!! I only began teaching myself drawing then painting in my early-mid 40's as a need to deal with some things inside and not with meds. But I quickly fell in love with watercolor because as much as I try hard to keep control of many things in life, mostly myself, watercolor took that option away, but it was so beautiful I didn't care. I could just blob on some water and add a tiny bit of color and just watching it move was so mesmerizing that all the other junk in my head disappeared for a bit. As I learned more and got older, almost 50 no, and a small bit better (I'm not good at it my any stretch, so please don't think I'm saying that) but it was then that I tried to be more precise and have lost my joy a bit. So I need to get back to just the pure enjoyment of watching the paint move in the water...not worrying if it looks like this or that.....you're very right. Thank you for the reminder...now I just have to make myself do it ;) But your work is breathtaking! I just subscribed and can't wait to go through older videos and also to see what comes next!!! Thank you!!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you so much for such an uplifting comment. I fell in love with watercolours in a similar way - there's an element of control that they take away from me which means if I'm to get on board with the process, I just have to go with it and let them do their thing; it's something that I want to talk in more detail about in the future. One of the magical things about a watercolour painting is how it always manages to look different to how you expect once it's dried. I sometimes feel like it paints itself and I'm just along for the ride. 😀 I hope that you enjoy painting again and find the excitement and the fun in the process. I appreciate your support; lots more to come. 🙂 Have a great weekend.

[@jadedenthusiasms]

@@TimSchofieldArt i feel the same...its one thing as I feel it done but wet, then boom, a different vibe completely once dry! Sometimes its fun, Sometimes a bit frustrating....but always interesting for sure! And I can't wait until I have both arms working and can really get back into it....I miss it somewhere deep inside that I hadn't even realized this completely :) once I heal, I'll be back at it. One day I want to get some of those hake brushes, but it will be a good while to save. I'll seen others, but not as good of reviews and these don't seem available on Amazon anymore..maybe later ;) Is that mdf you paint on? If use foam core which is nice because it light, but can bend sometime, which isn't good :) but does the water affect the wood? I love your set up by the window...mine is just my dinning table, but I've very thankful for that :) I also like that you sign in black ink with a dip pen! So many said I had to sing in the same medium, which I found difficult. I look forward so seeing what comes next!!!!!!!! :

[@jatontherun]

I have been painting on and off for about 4 years and strive to do my best. I do get frustrated when I cannot get the image right. I enjoyed this video immensely as it gives a better perspective for me. Thank you for this view of your talent!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank for for your kind comment; I'm really pleased that the video offers an alternative perspective for you which is helpful. ,😄

[@anca5480]

Wow, very impressive! Never seen something so beautiful and also different before!

[@labaccident2010]

This is…a lot like how I’ve done landscapes. Just…focus and a feeling. Usually paired with music or a movie in the background. My favorite one was done with my friends binge watching the witcher while i painted. The painting at the beginning reminded me of painting the trees in that one, or rather, of the feeling I had when painting them.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Really cool to hear that the approach feels familiar to you. I sometimes play with music, usually piano or ambient. Your painting sessions sound like a lot of fun. 😄

[@labaccident2010]

@@TimSchofieldArt They usually happen at three in the morning when I’m sleep deprived, so even more fun! My painting sessions are pretty fun, honestly, even if I don’t have a proper space for everything.

[@theartisthands]

Your artworks is very beautiful.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much 🙂

[@LanaGoesArt]

Beautiful painting. I loved to see the process and some of the lovely details you've shown. The frames look amazing and fit your art so well. Good choice with those. :)

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you so much Lana! Designing and creating the frames has been a lot of work with a very deadline which caught me by surprise, so it's been a whirlwind! I'm happy with how they're coming out and I appreciate your kind words. 🙂

[@LanaGoesArt]

@@TimSchofieldArt that is wonderful. Your frames are part of the artwork itself that way.

[@elkeschonberger8956]

3:29 Lieber Tim! Ich finde deine Kunst sehr inspirierend. Ich selber male in Aquarell. Ich werde versuchen auch deinen Weg der Kunstschaffung umzusetzen. Mehr zu malen, was man wirklich fühlt, nicht nur abzubilden. Danke für deine wunderbaren Einblicke in deine Kunst.

[@wildcraftaustralia2986]

I just love your work Tim! Such emotive paintings

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey Amber! Thanks so much 😁

[@betoeterovick]

wonderfull work. I loved the way you respect the sense of the things time.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you, Beto. I appreciate that. 🙂

[@bentoubab]

Just fell in love with your work and your video 😍😍 thanks so much for sharing 🙏

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks, Toubab! That's really kind, I enjoy making these videos so it's great to hear that people like them. 😁

[@michelletracey4700]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much, Michelle! 😁

[@ArtByEmilyHare]

Ooh this is so lovely

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much, Emily! 🙂

[@lunarfaery_]

I am proud of you😊 such a beautiful video, well done

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it! 🙂

[@moehassan880]

This is wonderful art Thank you for sharing this

[@TimSchofieldArt]

I'm really happy to hear that you like the art, Moe; I appreciate your comment. Hope you have a great day. 🙂

[@sprucehouse9]

I was really happy to stumble across your channel the other day. I like your work and your ruminations on art and process. Keep them coming!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you, I really appreciate the encouragement, Linda. 🙂 Definitely more to come!

[@pinklady412]

So beautyful you are à great artist ❤️

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you so much 😀

[@durere]

Those are some beautiful colors my guy

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey thanks so much! I find the blues really captivating. 🔵

[@durere]

@@TimSchofieldArt 💙🫐

[@anthonykoeslag]

I love your videos, so relaxing! keep making them and being awesome

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much, Anthony :)

[@anca5480]

I love your artwork and I love the way you use your hake brush! 💜

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you, Anca! I really appreciate it. Glad that you like the paintings. 🙂 Hake brushes are awesome!

[@Thefineartofdistraction]

WOW WOW WOW this is sooooooo cool, I’ve never seen this style before, I’m so very impressed 😃 I’m so glad you channel popped up on my feed because I really like what I see. I’ve just subscribed to your channel & I look forward to watching more of your AMAZING videos 😃 thank you for sharing 🙏🏻

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks so much! 🙂 I'm happy that you like the videos and the art and I appreciate your support. Lots more to come. 😁

[@elgallito8228]

Awsome ,your work is so beautiful and have misterious insde the paper 💖

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thanks for the awesome feedback, Daniel! I really appreciate it. 😁

[@StephenGrew]

Yep this is it!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Appreciate it, Stephen! 🙂

[@cheryls_creative7048]

This video came up in my feed, I’m so glad it did. Your art is beautiful, and so is your camera work. I’ve only ever been in “the flow” a few times, it’s something I can’t put my finger on. Thanks for sharing!

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey Cheryl! I'm so happy that you found the videos and enjoy them! I think that being in flow is something that probably can't really be described with words, but when you know, you know! 😄 Thanks so much for your comment. 👍

[@angelicartsandcrafts8258]

WOW INTERESTING MY FRIEND BLESS

[@TimSchofieldArt]

I'm glad that you like! 🙂

[@emiliosaldana5670]

I love the freedom that flow gives when I paint GREETINGS FROM MEXICO

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Great to hear from you from Mexico, Emilio!! 🇲🇽 Painting is very freeing, I completely agree; I'm glad that you find joy in it is as well!

[@krism5825]

i'd like to see more about your frames. it was so cool to see that one finished piece in the one you were making. but also seeing how you actually built it was so cool too. (everything you were speaking about was fantastic, as is the art, but you probably already know that so i'm not going on about it.)

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hey Kris, thanks so much I appreciate it! It's very much the same to me, I've painted since I was young and I've never had a painting process that I enjoy as much as the one I have now.

[@DavidandPaula]

New subscriber. Thank you for this, found it very inspiring.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you! 🙂

[@YourArtJournal]

incredibly valuable content.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

I'm pleased that you find value in the video, thank you. 🙂✌️

[@YourArtJournal]

@Tim Schofield Art You're Welcome! 😉✌️

[@puspaswarna657]

Amazingly beautiful painting, you make it like so easy but the result is amazing 👍❤️

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you, Puspa, that means a lot.🙂

[@EllieMandyArt]

Omg! Hehe! I talked about this in my latest video too! The flow state! 🥹 your work is beautiful! 💕

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Haha what a coincidence! It's an evergreen topic, eh. 😁 Thanks so much, I'm really happy you like the art as well. 🙏

[@EllieMandyArt]

@@TimSchofieldArt Indeed it is! 😅☺️ Keep up the great work! I subscribed! 💕

[@lynnallen4379]

This is the first of your videos that I have seen, and I definitely want to see more. I love your approach and your art, and want to do more with watercolors because of this video. Thank you. I'll be back.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Thank you, Lynn! I'm glad that you found the channel and like the approach. I find it fun and creatively satisfying so it's great to hear that you see enjoyment in it as well. I appreciate your support! 😄

[@wh0tube]

I just can’t stop being impressed by how you’ve managed to keep your table cloth in pristine condition, given you paint, sand, stain, glue, and god knows what else on it! 😁👍 great artwork by the way 👏

[@TimSchofieldArt]

Hahah to be honest I'm a bit surprised about that myself! Thank you 🙂

[@mosart7025]

@@TimSchofieldArt You should put some papers/cardboard down. Some of my best "art" is on my protective surfaces! Just a gorgeous mélange of marks, mediums and mayhem.

[@TimSchofieldArt]

@@mosart7025 Great idea! Love it 😁