Jon Gnagy Draws a Clown

Jon Gnagy was a self-taught artist most remembered for being America's original television art instructor, hosting You Are an Artist, which began on the NBC network and included analysis of paintings from the Museum of Modern Art, and his later syndicated Learn to Draw series.

[@grumpyoldmanxo]

I remember my brother and I both watching and drawing together with Jon, many, many years ago.

[@alanolson6913]

One year for Christmas my folks bought both my brother and I a Learn To Draw with John Gnagy kit. We were thrilled.
This may sound silly but to this day, around 60 years later, I still use some of the techniques he taught. I still can’t draw worth a hoot but I have fun.

[@frozenbits48]

Same thing here, I think it was 1957 or 58. My parents soon realized I had no art skills whatever.

[@alanolson6913]

@@frozenbits48 It didn’t do me any favors that I’m hard of hearing. I sign but no one in my family does since I can speak. I had entertained thoughts of either auto design or something transportation related but, as I’ve said, drawing is/was not my strong point!

[@roncaruso931]

Just like Bob Ross, John Gnagy had a relaxing way about him and his presentation. TV was so much better back then.

[@jons.6216]

Great video! I'd never heard of him so I looked it up! His last name is actually "Gnagy"!😁

[@BELCAN57]

I remember watching John Gnagy on tv. I even had his "Learn to Draw" kit. I didn't learn to draw. No talent. 😁

[@sjsutton]

Yea, clowns are evil.

[@gearheadgregwi]

Guy looks like he eats fish tacos and drinks IPA