Just met Jonas two days ago and purchased one of his "Love" paintings. He spent over an hour of his time walking us around his studio and spreading his good cheer. A warm wonderful man, this video says it all!
...[continued]...Their seeming chaos vibrates with endless nuances! They are primal, sensate, emotive - complete as is, and release us from experiencing art through limitative dogmatic academics. Viewing art such as this makes the world fall away and brings us smack dab into the timelessness of "NOW".
Many of the negative comments here totally show a disregard for what art is He paints to make himself happy and express his feelings for others. For haters and artistic know-it-all critics, Jonas is an talented "traditional" painter who can paint landscapes and portraits like no one's business. He choses to paint abstracts because they capture his real emotion. Paint an abstract like Jonas and post it. I bet It's no where near as easy as you'd seem to think. Go ahead, I dare you. Carry on...
Jonas Gerard Is A One Of A Kind Genius! His Art Possesses A Spirit Of Joy And Happiness. His Zest For Life, His Love For Art, His Kindness And Gentle Spirit, His Love For People Inspire Me! BRAVO JONAS!
It's not a question of getting impressed, it's the feeling of sharing great love for life, art and.. good music! To get inspired whoever You are. Everyone can at least fel the positive energy and i find that remarkable!
I have never heard of this artist before, and I've only recently gotten into painting myself, but I LOVE the colors he uses. It seems like he really lets go of himself and for someone just to let their instincts take over and come up with something as harmonious as this is quite amazing. I love it! It seems like he his painting his own little world that he's bopping around in. I really really like it. I wish I lived there...
However it is arrived at, the visual stimulation and vibrant colour of Jonas Gerard's painting is stunning. I love it and would happily hang it on my wall to look at it over and over again.
There are some very rude, incorrect and nasty comments here. People who wrote them do not appreciate or understand abstract or surrealistic art. Jonas Gerard is my artist mentor and I want to learn to paint more freely and happily like him. One needs to know about composition, shape, colour, and design to paint abstract . It is not just throwing paint around. Check out Jonas's website - he has beautiful paintings that he sells regularly.
If you have at least an ounce of imagination you'll see the worlds he creates on the canvas. Its not just a bunch of blobs of paint. The harmony and balance of colors...beautiful.
For the ones who are theorizing about this work: That paint represents the music on the background, the combination of the magenta exploting with the greens tinted with yellow shots. It look just beautifull, this is not a matter of the theory of color and if you should follow the scribbles or not!This is not a coloring book were you fill the blank spaces & not get out of the line!is about the results and the inspiration they come from, in this case, from salsa music!Well done Gerard my respects!
you probably dont care but does anyone know of a method to log back into an Instagram account..? I stupidly forgot the account password. I would love any tricks you can offer me!
@Daxton Harrison thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site on google and I'm in the hacking process now. Seems to take a while so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
A couple of years ago I wrote a little ditty: "Colours are living entities - as much as the wind, or flowers, or you and me, Like fragrances, like music, colours can pierce the heart, expose the soul and uplift the spirit, Such is the magical power of colour." --Lynne Gerard The art of Jonas Gerard (which I only discovered today) is living proof of "the magical power of colour". What a beautiful, moving video to watch on a cold Winter's day!
I love your use or colors! You are definitely an out of the box kind of artist and that inspires me to keep painting what drives me. So keep creating out of who you are because it's fueling who I am.
bravo, Excellent Artiste, j'ai aimé les couleurs la libertés des touches la matière... . vraiment je suis heureux de voir la mélange entre la musique et la peinture . merci beaucoup .
fantastico colega!!! beth sales! artista plastica brasileira que mora em noruega! adorei lindas cores, e muinto boa dinamica de trabalho e boa musica, eu tambem pinto so com musica! gratulera!
Estoy completamente impresionada, el proceso de esta pintura me facino. Me encanta como gozas de la musica, es como vailar con la pintura diria yo. El resultado fue fabuloso....Buen trabajo. Sharon Courtney
When I first saw the video I thought here is a guy that is going to scrawl over the canvas and call it art. But further viewing took me from pessimistic to in awe in about 3 minutes flat. He makes it look so easy, I wish I could blend color as well as he does.
Really great idea to have live painting at a show. I know a friend of mine did that and had literally 100s come to the show to see him paint. I like the style of Jonas, very fast paced and bold in colors. Thanks for sharing!
The most inspiring person of art i have seen. And i allways thought it was about Perfection and like Drawings of things. But i see this. IT LOOKS DAMN FUN! and it turns out to be a painting i'd want in my living room. Well im only 13 so how am i ment to have a living room LOL.
He uses Golden Acrylic paint? Soft body or Hard body paint. He doesn't seem to apply gesso to the entire piece, just in certain spots. I love his art. Mesmerizing, what a way to start a day off.
Abstract painting is NOT easy as some of you seem to think. Jonas is a fabulous artist. You need to have an understanding of colour, shape, design - not just a matter of slapping paint on. Love your work, Jonas !!
@drowningcreek Agreed. When I first starting doing abstract art I actually found it more difficult than when I was doing portraits. It's hard to let go of all the feelings stopping you from 'going outside the circle' regarding painting. I thought it would be simple but it's taken me a long time to find my artistic skill with abstract.
@ArtbyNubia AMEN!! by the way, I have visited your website and love your work!! I love the intuitive creativity of children, and it is the rare artist who can truly create like a child. I have decided recently that the next time someone says to me (in relation to my paintings) "my child could do that" my reply will be "thank you, thank you, thank you!!"
WOW I am an Artist and I paint figurative, I want freedom and more expression, I have been inspired (despite what my art tutors told me years ago) to just let go and get rid of all of that inner emotions onto the canvas,Love it, this man is good.
Je trouve cela superbe merveilleux j'aime la façon dont vous vous laisser emporter par vos gestes cette désinvolture entre parenthèse c'est fantastique je n'ai pas de mots que de l'admiration signe Kolico
"Of all the arts, abstract painting is the most difficult. It demands that you know how to draw well, that you have a heightened sensitivity for composition and for colours, and that you be a true poet. This last is essential." -- Wassily Kandinsky.
It is interesting reading the comments. Abstract art is not for everyone, but has it's own structure. Just look at abstract in nature - like oil spills in puddles. Jonas Gerard's art is exceptionally balanced, free, and textural. Some will not see that.
in my opinion it doesn't matter how much skill is involved in the making of paintings its the energy put into them and the thought that goes into them. I appreciate skill but on the same note if its visually appealing, what ever the subject may be it can be just as good as a painting that has lots of talent behind it. As for the video I'm loving both the paintings and now I'm going to look for more.. adios
Seriously guys.. don't bother commenting if you are just going to leave a negative remark. This guy is much more brilliant and creative than most of you anyway..
Me parece una gran batalla entre colores y las intensiones ausentes del creador dando manotazos con las brochas sacudidas por esfuerzos de querer algo inesperado producto de una furtiva casualidad con demasiada carga de color. Es mi opinión gracias.
Just met Jonas two days ago and purchased one of his "Love" paintings.
He spent over an hour of his time walking us around his studio and spreading his good cheer. A warm wonderful man, this video says it all!
...[continued]...Their seeming chaos vibrates with endless nuances! They are primal, sensate, emotive - complete as is, and release us from experiencing art through limitative dogmatic academics. Viewing art such as this makes the world fall away and brings us smack dab into the timelessness of "NOW".
I love his vibrancy, energy and colours. He dances on the canvas. I wouldn't hurt my art to let go a bit. Thank you for sharing.
Many of the negative comments here totally show a disregard for what art is He paints to make himself happy and express his feelings for others. For haters and artistic know-it-all critics, Jonas is an talented "traditional" painter who can paint landscapes and portraits like no one's business. He choses to paint abstracts because they capture his real emotion. Paint an abstract like Jonas and post it. I bet It's no where near as easy as you'd seem to think. Go ahead, I dare you.
Carry on...
Hermozas tus pinturas. Que Belleza.
Beautiful paintings. Eres un Profesor excellente.....Sharon Court
Jonas Gerard Is A One Of A Kind Genius! His Art Possesses A Spirit Of Joy And Happiness. His Zest For Life, His Love For Art, His Kindness And Gentle Spirit, His Love For People Inspire Me! BRAVO JONAS!
It's not a question of getting impressed, it's the feeling of sharing great love for life, art and.. good music! To get inspired whoever You are. Everyone can at least fel the positive energy and i find that remarkable!
,real maestro of compozition , colour and ritam.,fine work and superb art
A great example of an artist with the perfect combination of total freedom and absolute control. Wonderful, vibrant work.
I have never heard of this artist before, and I've only recently gotten into painting myself, but I LOVE the colors he uses. It seems like he really lets go of himself and for someone just to let their instincts take over and come up with something as harmonious as this is quite amazing. I love it!
It seems like he his painting his own little world that he's bopping around in. I really really like it. I wish I lived there...
Beautiful expression of creativity! I love the vibrant, exciting color and freedom his paintings show!
love it!!!! It skews my senses; like sliding down a killer water slide filled with the juices from opel fruits. Love your work and like your groove.
J'adore vraiment avec quel plaisir cet artiste incroyale travaille.
Great artist this Jonas Gerard.
However it is arrived at, the visual stimulation and vibrant colour of Jonas Gerard's painting is stunning. I love it and would happily hang it on my wall to look at it over and over again.
Great video Jonas! You are as much fun watching as seeing the final painting!
Absolutely beautiful paintings and very entertaining too 💖
Beautiful! I love the movement, vivid color, the energy. I hope to see more.
I am so happy to see your fantastic painting. .I wish to see you are painting live in your gallery ..
thank you
Pure expression, intuitive and from the inner most of ones soul. Jonas paints without fear. Without judgment. A good man and an AWESOME artist.
that is the preettiest art work i have seen in a while
awesome! you are the rock'n MAN of paint! thanks
YAAAAAAY!!! Someone else who dances while he paints! He's painting Music! Bravo! Bravo!
Thats cool! great work and you had fun from start to finish, and i had as much fun watching you! Thanks for sharing!
Your insane. The paintings are like awesome. I like your use of color and techinique.
Love y work. Thanks
Beautiful. Very soulful, fun, and full of life
This is one of the most enjoyable painting videos I have ever watched! Love his work and his process!
There are some very rude, incorrect and nasty comments here. People who wrote them do not appreciate or understand abstract or surrealistic art. Jonas Gerard is my artist mentor and I want to learn to paint more freely and happily like him. One needs to know about composition, shape, colour, and design to paint abstract . It is not just throwing paint around. Check out Jonas's website - he has beautiful paintings that he sells regularly.
He mentored me too. If you know, you know. We do.
Absolutely incredible! Absolutely beautiful!
These paintings are so Beautiful. I am very sad right now and watching him paint is balm to my soul. The colors are magnificent. *sigh*
I love it!!!
Music!
Paint!
Art!
Connection!
Colors!
BIG CANVAS MY FAVE!!
AHHHH HEAVEN!!
Beautiful work with a very free style of painting.
If you have at least an ounce of imagination you'll see the worlds he creates on the canvas. Its not just a bunch of blobs of paint. The harmony and balance of colors...beautiful.
For the ones who are theorizing about this work: That paint represents the music on the background, the combination of the magenta exploting with the greens tinted with yellow shots. It look just beautifull, this is not a matter of the theory of color and if you should follow the scribbles or not!This is not a coloring book were you fill the blank spaces & not get out of the line!is about the results and the inspiration they come from, in this case, from salsa music!Well done Gerard my respects!
I love your paintings. They make me happy. There is so much thought, feeling, and emotion going on at the same time.
you probably dont care but does anyone know of a method to log back into an Instagram account..?
I stupidly forgot the account password. I would love any tricks you can offer me!
@Corbin Grant Instablaster ;)
@Daxton Harrison thanks so much for your reply. I got to the site on google and I'm in the hacking process now.
Seems to take a while so I will reply here later when my account password hopefully is recovered.
@Daxton Harrison It worked and I finally got access to my account again. I'm so happy:D
Thank you so much you saved my ass !
@Corbin Grant You are welcome xD
Wow! Everything about the paintings are amazing!
So exciting to see and spontaneous artist at work. I love it.
This is really great. Well thought in use of colour.
he makes is look so effortless. amazing
thumbs up for the artist and also for the Greek singer and the bouzouki !!!!
This man is an excellent artist, he is someone that has passion and pure talent.
A couple of years ago I wrote a little ditty:
"Colours are living entities - as much as the wind, or flowers, or you and me,
Like fragrances, like music, colours can pierce the heart, expose the soul and uplift the spirit,
Such is the magical power of colour."
--Lynne Gerard
The art of Jonas Gerard (which I only discovered today) is living proof of "the magical power of colour". What a beautiful, moving video to watch on a cold Winter's day!
Very poetic and well-said.
I love your use or colors! You are definitely an out of the box kind of artist and that inspires me to keep painting what drives me. So keep creating out of who you are because it's fueling who I am.
I love it - it's beautiful - very inspiring, thanks for uploading!
bravo, Excellent Artiste, j'ai aimé les couleurs la libertés des touches la matière... . vraiment je suis heureux de voir la mélange entre la musique et la peinture . merci beaucoup .
I LOVE THIS PAINTINGS SO MUCH!!! W O W
You just inspired me to start painting again. Thank you
i love his passion in the work. he dances around.. lol. I LOVE IT!
Beautiful compositions!!
ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL!!! If anyone thinks this is soooo easy try it one day!!! Just inspirational to me!!! DEB
Very nice....the music fit so well :)
his flow is amazing, i love his style... carefree, fun, and effective
Absolument impresionat et fabuleux ! Merci de ce beau partage!
Well I will be subscribing. The technique was excellent and I enjoyed and learnt a lot from this Video.
Well done Jonas.
Thank you!
fantastico colega!!! beth sales! artista plastica brasileira que mora em noruega! adorei lindas cores, e muinto boa dinamica de trabalho e boa musica, eu tambem pinto so com musica! gratulera!
i suoi quadri sono fantastici e la sua tecnica è indiscutibilmente straordinaria!
I've met Jonas and have seen his work in person...outstanding!!
LOVE THIS!!! So inspiring and free!!!!!
Estoy completamente impresionada, el proceso de esta pintura me facino. Me encanta como gozas de la musica, es como vailar con la pintura diria yo. El resultado fue fabuloso....Buen trabajo. Sharon Courtney
When I first saw the video I thought here is a guy that is going to scrawl over the canvas and call it art. But further viewing took me from pessimistic to in awe in about 3 minutes flat. He makes it look so easy, I wish I could blend color as well as he does.
love the way you paint...
Really great idea to have live painting at a show. I know a friend of mine did that and had literally 100s come to the show to see him paint. I like the style of Jonas, very fast paced and bold in colors. Thanks for sharing!
The most inspiring person of art i have seen. And i allways thought it was about Perfection and like Drawings of things. But i see this. IT LOOKS DAMN FUN! and it turns out to be a painting i'd want in my living room. Well im only 13 so how am i ment to have a living room LOL.
He uses Golden Acrylic paint? Soft body or Hard body paint. He doesn't seem to apply gesso to the entire piece, just in certain spots. I love his art. Mesmerizing, what a way to start a day off.
Hab ich gerade zufällig entdeckt...und bin sehr begeistert !!
Gibt es noch neuere Videos?
Danke ❣
This is fantastic
How have I missed these so far
Abstract painting is NOT easy as some of you seem to think. Jonas is a fabulous artist. You need to have an understanding of colour, shape, design - not just a matter of slapping paint on. Love your work, Jonas !!
very beautiful art!!! Compliments!!!
no es solamente tirar manchas de color...es la armonia el equilibrio y la emocion en un lienzo....! bello!!!
awesome! you are the rock'n! MAN of paint!
Amazing! Love the way he makes the colors move with each other :)
so beautiful...so full of emotion
Cool, I have five art pieces to do for my Grade 12 Visual Arts. CAN'T WAIT! I love painting :)
@drowningcreek
Agreed. When I first starting doing abstract art I actually found it more difficult than when I was doing portraits. It's hard to let go of all the feelings stopping you from 'going outside the circle' regarding painting. I thought it would be simple but it's taken me a long time to find my artistic skill with abstract.
Sooooo goood! :O your a true inspiration!
Q maravilla, pintura sentida y suelta y muchísima fuerza❤❤❤
Wow! Your PHENOMENAL!
his paintings are so beautiful...
Still at it you did all the shows in south fl. Hope you are doing well.
whoa! amazing techniques!! i want to be on that level someday!
I LOVE THIS!!!!!, THE JOY OF ABSTRACT ART BEING RELEASED
@ArtbyNubia AMEN!! by the way, I have visited your website and love your work!! I love the intuitive creativity of children, and it is the rare artist who can truly create like a child. I have decided recently that the next time someone says to me (in relation to my paintings) "my child could do that" my reply will be "thank you, thank you, thank you!!"
WOW I am an Artist and I paint figurative, I want freedom and more expression, I have been inspired (despite what my art tutors told me years ago) to just let go and get rid of all of that inner emotions onto the canvas,Love it, this man is good.
Je trouve cela superbe merveilleux j'aime la façon dont vous vous laisser emporter par vos gestes cette désinvolture entre parenthèse c'est fantastique je n'ai pas de mots que de l'admiration signe Kolico
"Of all the arts, abstract painting is the most difficult. It demands that you know how to draw well, that you have a heightened sensitivity for composition and for colours, and that you be a true poet. This last is essential." -- Wassily Kandinsky.
I have to disagree with Kandinsky here. I paint abstract but have zero experience or aptitude for drawing.
sublime.....bellissimoooooooooo
Très beau j'adore bravo bravo
i love the painting and check out how he's dancing the whole time.. that's so awesome.
Fantastic !
very nice....great artist
It is interesting reading the comments. Abstract art is not for everyone, but has it's own structure. Just look at abstract in nature - like oil spills in puddles. Jonas Gerard's art is exceptionally balanced, free, and textural. Some will not see that.
Great Maestro!!!
i love his work its quite beautiful
in my opinion it doesn't matter how much skill is involved in the making of paintings its the energy put into them and the thought that goes into them. I appreciate skill but on the same note if its visually appealing, what ever the subject may be it can be just as good as a painting that has lots of talent behind it. As for the video I'm loving both the paintings and now I'm going to look for more.. adios
This is art!!!!!!!!
Seriously guys.. don't bother commenting if you are just going to leave a negative remark. This guy is much more brilliant and creative than most of you anyway..
I'm not the most skilled person to judge, but i think that is a style that you can love or hate completely...no half way!
هكذا أرادها مع الموسيقى ...هكذا مع الفن ما جرى...هكذا الفن وما حوى ...
هكذا الجمال بعد ماآرتوى ...هكذا أخيرا
لنا بدى ...
Me parece una gran batalla entre colores y las intensiones ausentes del creador dando manotazos con las brochas sacudidas por esfuerzos de querer algo inesperado producto de una furtiva casualidad con demasiada carga de color. Es mi opinión gracias.
its like a explosion of sound!!