Alex Ross Talks Painting & Comics pt. 1

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  • Опубликовано: 27 сен 2024
  • Alex Ross discusses photo references, sketching, his creative process and thoughts on being a comic book creator.
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  • @mr.nobody9697
    @mr.nobody9697 5 лет назад +321

    His work has a 1950s look with a modern feel. He is truly unique. Sublime.

    • @murthadao
      @murthadao 4 года назад +4

      VERY VERY SUBLIME. WONDERFUL!

    • @mistermood4164
      @mistermood4164 2 года назад +1

      that's a great way to put his work is has a modern art-deco aesthetic

  • @BobSmith-sl9sm
    @BobSmith-sl9sm 6 лет назад +44

    For some reason I always thought Alex Ross was old when he appeared on the scene in the 90's. His art seemed so mature and classical compared to his contemporaries of the time. He's actually still fairly young.

  • @babygerald4645
    @babygerald4645 6 лет назад +198

    You are one of my heroes, Mr. Ross. I've bought comics I don't usually read because your work was on the covers. Thanks so much for sharing your work and process.

  • @jnever9768
    @jnever9768 5 лет назад +265

    Love that his “imperfect” sketches are better than 90% of comic art these days

    • @Jiboby
      @Jiboby 4 года назад +22

      I wouldn’t even call that a sketch. I would call it a masterpiece.

    • @kanerobertson7930
      @kanerobertson7930 4 года назад +21

      This is something people don't talk about enough. so many comics right now have really lifeless artwork in them. it's like they just looked at a disney storyboard and threw it in procreate. couple of days later, you have a new issue of venom.

    • @badbot3029
      @badbot3029 4 года назад +10

      different artists have different styles

    • @コズミックまこ
      @コズミックまこ 4 года назад +10

      badbot style is one thing but quality is the problem with comic art these days. They always seem rushed.

    • @badbot3029
      @badbot3029 4 года назад +4

      @@コズミックまこ maybe because publishers are forcing their hands

  • @ezzong
    @ezzong 5 лет назад +87

    Watching Alex paint so calmly reminds me of his late uncle, Bob.

    • @jemagu6
      @jemagu6 5 лет назад +3

      No way.... is he really related to Bob Ross? I never knew.

    • @ezzong
      @ezzong 5 лет назад +7

      @@jemagu6 just kidding, but maybe somewhere down the line idk

    • @jemagu6
      @jemagu6 5 лет назад +3

      @@ezzong Lol... that would be awesome if they were related

    • @trickybread2007
      @trickybread2007 4 года назад +5

      I wouldn’t be surprised if they were related

    • @revolutionday1
      @revolutionday1 4 года назад

      Way to go, jackass.....

  • @MrKevin486
    @MrKevin486 5 лет назад +30

    Kingdom Come is still one of my all time favorite comics. The artwork is just awesome.

  • @VZAAGE
    @VZAAGE 6 лет назад +287

    Love the video, Alex. Can we get one that focuses on just you drawing and painting?

    • @MeasAgun
      @MeasAgun 6 лет назад +1

      +1, but anything from you is welcome anyway!!! :)

    • @jerometenorio7221
      @jerometenorio7221 6 лет назад +2

      So did you get one? I heard it is so hard to get Alex Ross on anything.

    • @PaKePo
      @PaKePo 5 лет назад

      Like an ASMR video. Videos of people painting relax me a lot

    • @patatitopo7631
      @patatitopo7631 5 лет назад

      I wish so much

    • @bradyjohn7799
      @bradyjohn7799 3 года назад

      I realize I'm quite randomly asking but does anyone know a good place to stream newly released tv shows online ?

  • @EnzoDraws
    @EnzoDraws 6 лет назад +74

    As an amateur artist who spends weeks stressing over tiny things about thumbnails and is very insecure about the composition phase of a work, this is very enlightening and helpful. Reminds me that I'm not delivering this to my grumpy perfectionist clone, I'm delivering this to regular people who apparently like what I paint.
    Also RUclips WHAT ARE YOU DOING? HOW COME ONLY NOW I FIND OUT ALEX FREAKING ROSS HAS A CHANNEL? I SHOULD'VE WATCHED THESE VIDEOS AGES AGO, SERIOUSLY STOP RECOMMENDING ME JIMMY KIMMEL VIDEOS. Thank you.

  • @TheObsessedGardener
    @TheObsessedGardener 5 лет назад +5

    I agree with so many. You're a legend. Please keep doing everything you do and SHARING. I love seeing this content from brilliant talent and hard workers.
    I can't wait to dig more into your previous videos.

  • @nc1901
    @nc1901 5 лет назад +2

    I used to draw a lot when I was younger. In highschool. After that though i stopped. Felt discouraged. But now im beginning to get that inspiration lately. Watching this is kind of giving me that little push. Thanks for sharing your work Alex.

  • @steelbat54
    @steelbat54 5 лет назад +10

    Sir, you are a phenomenal talent.. I’m glad I’m part of a hobby that I can appreciate your work on a regular basis..

  • @realmaximouse
    @realmaximouse 5 лет назад +10

    I always felt like I was cheating using reference but now I know a legend like you does it I feel better 😊

  • @RNSEntertainmentChannel
    @RNSEntertainmentChannel 6 лет назад +494

    An Alex Ross video longer than 1 minute is like Christmas come early lol

    • @ashtonchane6126
      @ashtonchane6126 6 лет назад +4

      RNS Entertainment amen

    • @mindseye451
      @mindseye451 6 лет назад +3

      RNS Entertainment I know how feel man!

    • @masterpizza4871
      @masterpizza4871 6 лет назад +3

      So true RNS Entertainment. I was in awe watching the video and kept thinking "please make a full length Alex Ross documentary, please please please".

    • @cuntohaire
      @cuntohaire 6 лет назад +1

      This is the first video I've watched in a while because it's longer. And chock-full of insight!
      This is what I want from now on!

    • @Gilla12341
      @Gilla12341 6 лет назад

      yes, thank you for creating longer videos!

  • @cartooncaleb24
    @cartooncaleb24 6 лет назад +3

    Alex Ross, you are without a doubt one of the greatest artists (not just for comic books) of our time.

    • @strangeconstruct7751
      @strangeconstruct7751 5 лет назад

      Not really. At best he's above average skillwise. On Critical discourse on art, that i don't know. I've never seen works from him on other platform. But definitely a good comic illustrator.

  • @sXeblues
    @sXeblues 6 лет назад +30

    Love getting a longer video, delving that much further into the thoughts and talents of this phenomenal artist!

  • @henryramirez5582
    @henryramirez5582 6 лет назад +6

    This man was bless and i met him in person very humble .
    Nice guy

  • @vampazilla2622
    @vampazilla2622 6 лет назад +1

    Wow. I am impressed with his ideologies on comic book creations. I love his candid approach. And Alex, your art is OUTSTANDING as always!

  • @Nugtroen
    @Nugtroen 4 года назад +3

    No Wacom or digital fancy hi-tech gadgets... wow he is absolutely a true analog traditional comic painter...what a legend

  • @Cyne116
    @Cyne116 5 лет назад +7

    He has a channel on RUclips?!! How did I not know this until now!

  • @rafindeed
    @rafindeed 5 лет назад +13

    Alex ross, please, do a master class.

  • @flip1sba
    @flip1sba 5 лет назад +33

    Every artist uses photo reference especially if their work is realistic or semi-realistic. Every artist.

  • @LatinMessiah
    @LatinMessiah 4 года назад +1

    I could listen to this man talk about his creative thought process and professional experiences all day long.

  • @igorschmidlapp6987
    @igorschmidlapp6987 5 лет назад +1

    Alex Ross' work has amazed me from first sight. I only wish that I could afford to own some of it (but, I can't afford DaVinci, either).
    Such talent has a corresponding value. I'm glad that Alex is here to be able to reap the rewards of his mastery of his medium.
    I would love to see formal public gallery/art museum exhibitions of Alex Ross...

  • @JLSComics
    @JLSComics 6 лет назад +1

    This is fantastic! I’m looking forward to many more videos in this series. Alex Ross is the best there is in the game!

  • @TimBengsch
    @TimBengsch 6 лет назад +26

    I Love your Comic Kingdom Come and Batman War on Crime

  • @ryanchalmers5296
    @ryanchalmers5296 6 лет назад +11

    Loving the longer videos!

  • @Sketchartbymarc1
    @Sketchartbymarc1 4 года назад +1

    To the point: Absolutely beautiful work! Cool insights. And a really interesting perspective on the process!

  • @robertricobaldi7781
    @robertricobaldi7781 6 лет назад

    Very inspirational and insightful , thank you for sharing. I'm an airbrush artist and I can't tell you how many times I've been ask to airbrush your work onto a shirt or wall mural. I love your rendition of Superman! Thank you, Ross.

  • @smoovoperata3242
    @smoovoperata3242 5 лет назад +1

    Always loved this guy's style. Incredible work 👍

  • @DavidBaldo
    @DavidBaldo 5 лет назад +1

    Your discipline, inspire us to try extract the best in art, in life !

  • @vanexmellejor3288
    @vanexmellejor3288 3 года назад

    when i was a kid, i had this special ability too.. and develop as a teenager. experiencing skitching, painting also various contest in our province.. but when i go to collage i left them off.. focusing for the future. as a seafarer.. but now, after 20 years of living, i regret it... Thank you Legend artist alex ross for reminding me these Ultimate of your's... Godbless

  • @biorythmicshifter
    @biorythmicshifter Год назад

    Top shelf work, just absolutely impressive on so many levels…

  • @garyparedes9063
    @garyparedes9063 5 лет назад +1

    Este hombre es único,su trabajo tiene un toque único sin comparación,es un crack y la inspiración de muchos artistas, es maravilloso ver cómo es que hace la magia,es magnífico 👏👏

  • @cameronreid4630
    @cameronreid4630 5 лет назад

    Alex Ross is the god of art no doubt, I remember seeing your paintings first in the second spider-man movie and being amazed even as a kid.

  • @miyagi_draws
    @miyagi_draws 6 лет назад +1

    How do you not have more subs? You're a legend. Thanks for the vids!

  • @mathmccoyadams5386
    @mathmccoyadams5386 5 лет назад +1

    Alex, you are amazing!

  • @razatiger22
    @razatiger22 4 года назад +1

    This guy made the most badass covers for comics ever.

  • @elpadrino1128
    @elpadrino1128 6 лет назад +4

    Hi Alex! New subscriber here Huge fan! pleaaase keep uploading long informative videos like this

  • @NERD_MULTIVERSE
    @NERD_MULTIVERSE 6 лет назад +5

    Alex ross you created a Perfect suit of Superman in Kingdom cone

  • @theminotaur8015
    @theminotaur8015 4 года назад

    Im a DC guy by far. But, 1 thing DC and Marvel fans can agree on, is Ross is a beast!!!!!

  • @jonathangoode546
    @jonathangoode546 6 лет назад

    Mr Ross . the Justice league action figures are amazing . they look so realistically​ great .I LOVE YOU YOUR ARTWORK.

  • @LORDBYRONII
    @LORDBYRONII 5 лет назад +1

    Genius is hard to describe...stop asking “how”...

  • @cuachogaidh
    @cuachogaidh 6 лет назад +70

    So do you just hang out with a bunch of bodybuilders?

    • @jacobstaten2366
      @jacobstaten2366 5 лет назад +3

      Theoretically you could just post an ad for athletes from your local colleges to pose for like 10-50 minutes of taking pictures if you have everything set up early.

    • @seraby7151
      @seraby7151 5 лет назад +4

      He uses his toy collection for references as well

    • @Jiboby
      @Jiboby 4 года назад

      I am your 69th like

  • @dinekevinke2268
    @dinekevinke2268 6 лет назад +1

    I'm digging it! its really inpirational!

  • @cbf1plus868
    @cbf1plus868 2 года назад

    This man made my childhood of comic hero books.

  • @CC021186
    @CC021186 6 лет назад +1

    Yes! Longer videos, please!

  • @davidfenn522
    @davidfenn522 6 лет назад +1

    You sir are a genius .. Love your work

  • @dbateman26
    @dbateman26 6 лет назад +3

    Your best RUclips video yet

  • @kirbzillagk
    @kirbzillagk 6 лет назад +1

    What paints does he uses, water colours, acrylic etc?

  • @kevinrice6245
    @kevinrice6245 6 лет назад

    Awesome insights into how a master works! More like this please!

  • @kr6productions
    @kr6productions 2 года назад

    I never knew he did art for Marvel as well, I definitely need to read those works too.

  • @jeeperscreatures
    @jeeperscreatures 5 лет назад

    Alex Ross...you`re a friggin legend !!

  • @andreluipde
    @andreluipde 8 месяцев назад

    Passei a pintar em papel depois de ver os trabalhos desse grande artista. É claro que os meus não chegam nem aos pés. Mas fez com que eu desse mais vida aos meu desenhos. Obrigado, Alex Ross

  • @josefrootgum
    @josefrootgum 6 лет назад

    Alex Ross is a living legend.

  • @emperorswagruuf
    @emperorswagruuf 6 лет назад

    Wow I didn't know Alex has his own channel, glad I found it.

  • @upnyourface7119
    @upnyourface7119 4 года назад

    I love your Gatchaman Art!!!

  • @swizard0922
    @swizard0922 6 лет назад +1

    Thanks for the video Alex!!! One day when I earn a little more income I will be sure to purchase one of your original drawings. Keep up the great work!!

  • @niallshetty3918
    @niallshetty3918 6 лет назад +39

    finally get long ones

  • @sebastianaoliveira390
    @sebastianaoliveira390 5 лет назад +1

    Where is part 2 I'm still waiting for more vídeo about Alex's process of Paint

  • @jhernandez1045
    @jhernandez1045 5 лет назад +8

    The Captain America in the middle looks like toxic avenger which is even much cooler if it was

  • @ashwinkumar3069
    @ashwinkumar3069 4 года назад

    Alex ross really nice and good work and u r really unique one. I love u r paintings really

  • @raziyakhanum3626
    @raziyakhanum3626 3 года назад +1

    I want Alex Ross teach us his technique and skills!!!

  • @XrosM
    @XrosM 4 года назад

    This is actually great advice for any artist.

  • @supermadmac
    @supermadmac 5 лет назад

    Nice!!! Excellent video!!!

  • @loosigh1647
    @loosigh1647 3 года назад +1

    Honestly this guy is so good I am not sure if he is an inspiration or a detriment to my psyche.
    I am going to learn gouche now though.

  • @elliottobelliotnwaobi4779
    @elliottobelliotnwaobi4779 2 года назад

    "Its jumpin out at me!"😂😂

  • @jaime667
    @jaime667 6 лет назад +1

    And I was just at that part of Andrew Loomi´s book "Creative Illustration" (which I know is one of your influences btw) Saludos desde Chile.

  • @scott4708
    @scott4708 5 лет назад +2

    I love how his paintings have a Norman Rockwell feel to them but with superheroes instead of thanksgiving meals and doctors offices..

  • @CommieApe
    @CommieApe 4 года назад

    Kingdom Come and the Amazing Spider Man covers are incredibly beautiful. I have a print of the fantastic four wedding that Alex made too thats dope.

  • @blastradius9136
    @blastradius9136 2 года назад +1

    Alex Ross is the Unreal Engine 5 of traditional art.

  • @matsudaeiji
    @matsudaeiji 4 года назад

    Alex is the best!

  • @alandrivas7771
    @alandrivas7771 6 лет назад

    Alex Ross!! Es el Davinci de los comics!! Mi ilustrador favorito!

  • @Bather12
    @Bather12 6 лет назад

    Any chance of a studio tour? I'd love to see more of Alex's collections!

  • @samzheng5803
    @samzheng5803 5 лет назад +1

    i like his aesthetic. reminds me of 60s.

  • @Palmieres
    @Palmieres 6 лет назад

    Long time fan here, 20 plus years, and I just want to say that if you ever decide to stop painting (please don't) you could make a living with your voice. Your wife must love that about you. I'm a lady, I know what I'm talking about.

  • @juanmanuelrodriguez5492
    @juanmanuelrodriguez5492 5 лет назад

    That painting of Space Ghost is amazing ..

  • @donchermo
    @donchermo 6 лет назад +1

    Finally a long video!!!!

  • @marcustmachado
    @marcustmachado 4 года назад

    Great stuff as always. Can you show us your action figures Collection?

  • @cameronhill9267
    @cameronhill9267 5 лет назад +2

    "The Devil Boppin Head" on the desk tho..😅

  • @rogersilva5779
    @rogersilva5779 5 лет назад

    Alex Ross sou um grande fã do seu trabalho sempre me inspira bastante muito obrigado

  • @LatifJerome
    @LatifJerome 6 лет назад +4

    That voice just come along perfectly with your art 😂

    • @nerychristian
      @nerychristian 6 лет назад

      Jerome Latif Sounds like Kevin Conroy.

  • @barryscott9590
    @barryscott9590 6 лет назад

    Hey Mr. Ross I don't know if you answer the comments but if our do: What's your favourite currently running story from either DC or Marvel and your favourite from an indie company? Also, what do you think of Geoff John's work on Doomsday Clock and what do you miss most about the Pre-flashpoint era?
    Btw. Your work is fenomenal and I regard you as the Da Vinci of the modern era. Thank you for all you bring into this world.

  • @0newingedcrow
    @0newingedcrow 2 года назад

    This is amazing work. Something that I struggle with when I make my own comics is how to handle the pencils after inking. I prefer to erase them all before moving on to coloring, but does this method with Gouache prevent you from needing to erase the pencils and simultaneously bypass the inking stage?

  • @StarWarsAndMoreArt
    @StarWarsAndMoreArt 3 года назад

    When did comics begin using digital art and how do I know which comics used digital art so I don’t buy them?

  • @UrinationNation
    @UrinationNation 6 лет назад +5

    Awesome to hear a more extended thought on the subjects. Thank you.

  • @franciscooliveira8839
    @franciscooliveira8839 6 лет назад

    Amazing work.

  • @dothetruffleshuffle6233
    @dothetruffleshuffle6233 5 лет назад +2

    His artwork is totally lifelike and draws heroes the way they would look in real life.

  • @robertruiz6259
    @robertruiz6259 4 года назад

    gracias artistaaa!!

  • @carlosgabin5215
    @carlosgabin5215 3 года назад

    Is this just all watercolor are there oils in there too? With the brush other than airbrush in big areas

  • @Markmaro
    @Markmaro 5 лет назад

    Omg I a huge fan of Alex Ross best artist reL tAlk mAkes his stuff beautiful!!!!!! Omg

  • @juliocoiffier4866
    @juliocoiffier4866 4 года назад

    Me impacta como eres un gran artista

  • @andrewchadwick7320
    @andrewchadwick7320 5 лет назад +1

    Is he using watercolor???

  • @kingshan2483
    @kingshan2483 5 лет назад

    I love your Drawings Sir

  • @StepperBox
    @StepperBox 5 лет назад +1

    Shout out to one of my favorite things Ross did was the Darth Vader Vs Superman Pic with Sups hand holding the blade of the lightsaber no problem.

  • @ezzeppelin1
    @ezzeppelin1 6 лет назад +1

    Amazing!

  • @DICASDOMAU
    @DICASDOMAU 6 лет назад

    Por favor, venha pro Brasil! (Please, come to Brazil!)

  • @dgontar
    @dgontar 6 лет назад

    His art is worth studying but when I first saw it I could clearly see he is using his face as a model, both formally and informally. The consequence of that is that all of his faces look the same and like him. I admit though I have had the same problem with my art but I am working to overcome it.

  • @nightdrivinglights4997
    @nightdrivinglights4997 5 лет назад

    modern day fine art

  • @crimsonred2009
    @crimsonred2009 Год назад

    What brand of Gauche do you use?

  • @Gumba213
    @Gumba213 6 лет назад

    Wow, really nice work