When a RUclips video has a mistake that isn't corrected and they are at the level of having sponsors, it's intentional to prompt comment. (The main one is mispronouncing things.) On top of that, there is also a group of people who feel compelled to educate about this, increasing engagement even further.
@@tinydancer7426 Some of them would probably apply less makeup if they used an airbrush gun. I'm always amazed by how much product those girls on Instagram waste, plastering their face with the stuff. Don't get me wrong; they are talented, and I love the creative, artistic looks, but I don't really get the caked on, plastered look. Whatever though; it's their face. 🤷♀️
Julian The Restorer, The Painter, The Carpenter, The Artisan, The Teacher, and the most important is Julian The Human. Bless you Julian. I was waiting for Part 4. A lot of my Iraqi friends watching you despite the language barrier, they really enjoy your skills and your voice. Greetings from Baghdad/ Iraq.
I think it would be really cool to see what a normal/average week looks like for you and Kit. Usually your videos focus on one project at a time to completion but it's clear you must work on other projects while waiting for it to dry or cool. It would be neat to be a fly on the wall and see how you time manage multiple projects at once.
When the three Mary figures popped into view, I was stunned. Who knew dirt, grime and varnish could mask so much detail. This has been one of my favorite restorations...truly remarkable. Thank you for sharing this with us.
This video should have been picked up by the National Geo channel as documentary! Beautifully narrated, filmed and edited! In your efforts to do the best possible restorations you have become a true ARTIST!
His whole series has been fantastic, I have been watching since his fourth or fifth upload and I have watched him grow as a presenter and learned so much about art and art history.
Nat Geo would be profiting off of his work, where as uploading it to his RUclips ensures he is getting every profit he deserves from his impressive work
Good work sticking to it. I don't think I'm out on a limb here when I say that nobody else wood have done a better job sprucing up this painting than the two of yew. I can completely understand why this channel is so poplar.
I don’t know about y’all, but the gel solvent is my FAVORITE!! I love how it picks up the goo and the schschschsch of the brush agitating- impeccable!!!!
the chicken comparison made me think I'd subscribe to a cooking show made by you as long as you narrate it the same way: "its easier to put more chicken in the oven as you can always remove some after is done"
"Using wet brines can soak past the skin and oversaturate the meat, but if I use a dry rub, I can let it marinate as long as I want without risk of it soaking too deep."
I just saw a channel where a young guy made deep fakes of faces and voices to make parody of Nile Red and Mark Robler. He could make a Julian meets Adam Ragusia, where "Good Eats" pops in to criticize, then Julia Child comes in to argue with _him_ , and then as it turns into an homage to Jerry Springer, the Swedish Chef Muppet comes on to finish the dish in some wacky way.
What a treasure! Who ever owns this painting and sent it to you has done the world a service. It was a bunch of kindling. Now it's a glowing jewel that can take pride of place in any museum in the world. Thank you!
I love how you have probably found a job that allows you to embrace your perfectionist nature. Others may also enjoy being perfectionists, but their jobs may not allow for it.
I can't believe how dirty the painting was. The colors that popped out and the figures that had been so covered you couldn't see them at all were amazing. I loved this restoration. Not just the cleaning of it, but the way you fixed all the problems that this painting had, was absolutely phenomenal. What an absolutely amazing restorationist you are. Thankyou for sharing all you did with us.
After watching the cleaning of this painting, it occurred to me that the story that it is trying to tell has probably not been seen for perhaps a couple of hundred years! Which also led me to the conclusion that calling you simply a conservator is inadequate. You work is much more than that. You are in part a story teller, historian, magician, scientist, explorer, craftsman, and perhaps most importantly, a time traveler, reaching back into the past to bring the beauty and the story of art into the present day, allowing a world that the artist could never have imagined, to enjoy their work! A noble profession indeed! Well done!
I have to imagine the the original artists would appreciate all your conservation efforts to allow future generations to view their work as they intended.
While you were cleaning, you swabbed and a figure appeared on the middle left side. It took my breath away to see it appear and as you continued when the city fortress appeared, I started to cry. Seeing this art restored (as well as your other works) has been so rewarding. I love your attention to detail. I’ve been a fan since “Scraping, a slow decent into madness”. So glad to see Kit and her enthusiasm!❤
Just gonna say, After watching parts 1,2 &3 I really was looking forward to a bunch of your painting. It felt a little short for how long we waited for it. I think I speak for us all when I say there's nothing boring about watching you mix reds and browns or touching up areas in the background or flags. Everything post isolation layer I could watch on loop!
This has to be one of the best jobs you've ever done, and that's saying something. I'm overwhelmed at what you managed to do with this ancient piece of beautiful art. A combination of artistry, skill, and engineering. Damn. Wouldn't it be cool to be around a couple hundred years or so from now when this painting gets a cleaning or something... and the conservators go to examine it and say "oh yeah, this is a Baumgartner restoration... you can just tell. He's all over this thing. Exquisite work. Makes our job a hell of a lot easier. Bless that guy."
I'll admit I didn't really appreciate Kit when she first joined us. It felt like she was butting into our little party. However, I found myself _missing_ her while watching today's video. Who'd 'ave thunk it. Well, I guess she's a member of our gang now...and I'm glad.
When you clean old varnish, that is always the most exciting (maybe I should say moving) moment. So much is recovered from under the weigth of times, so much beauty! It lifts my spirits like nothing else in these dark times. Your retouching is always really, really great. But when the original painting starts to show through...!! Thank you!!
BTW: when a cheap frame is worth 300$... then what would this painting be worth? And your outstanding work? I'm flabbergasted and really humble about what you do. Can only thank you once again for bringing such valuable works back to life - and share it with us.
I hope the people that wanted it conserved are very happy with the results. Its a fantastic painting and cleaning it really made it come to life again!
I wanted to see a bit more of the retouching process, especially for such a large project! It was fun coming along for the ride regardless. Great work :)
Growling when stressed is important for brain health. We do it to calm our hindbrain and it helps to refocus in the prefrontal cortex. It teaches us to change our outlook and remain calm. Kids especially should be allowed to growl to calm themselves. It stems back to womb sounds and the vibrations of the chest! Love hearing it first thing out the gate. 😊
This was a phenomenal restoration series and I've thoroughly enjoyed watching every minute of it. I'm actually rather sad that it's come to an end, but I look forward to future restorations. Julian, you are a true maestro in your chosen field and I am continuously impressed with your attention to detail, your work ethic and your innovation. Thank you for sharing your work and talents with us. Also, kudos to Kit and her contribution as well.
After weeks of waiting for the cleaning process I am totally disappointed to see it cleaned from a distance! I always look forward to seeing the detail of the artworks during this process, where during earlier procedures we only see snippets of the detail. Add to that, my eyesight is "aged" which means that the only opportunity to see the fine detail of the paintings is during the cleaning process, at least in the manner that you have cleaned and filmed the vast majority of your videos. Please remember those of us who are older, yet wish to visualize the art, not only in it's entirety, but also it's fine detail! Thank you, Julian, for the education you have provided us. I so look forward to each video that you have made. I have watched each and every video you have made, some of them several times!! I have to get my Julian "fix" every week!! 😂
This one brought me to tears. When you said 1540 as the camera panned open to the restored image, I just lost it. So beautiful and extremely interesting to watch you work. Thank you for all you do.
Thanks to Julians work and this channel I had a really insightful conversation with someone who is involved in restoring Rembrandts "Nightwatch" last week. It's so cool to see a restauration process up close and talk to people that are willing to answer all kinds of questions. And thanks to the things I picked up watching these videos I was able to ask questions on varnish, paintloss and the canvas
I wish I was this patient. I love your videos because they remind me to slow down and take my time. Amazing work. I am always impressed with your abilities.
This was a fantastic series to watch. The painting itself, without a doubt, is breathtaking. Then you put in all of the conservation/restoration work and it truly comes to life before your eyes. I am never bored while watching you work. Everything about it fascinates me. Thank you for sharing another stunning piece of history/art.
I love the dude throwing a hard dab on the right. Also, I do have a very deep admiration and respect for your "do it right or don't do it at all" approach. I think it's something that a lot of people want to do with their work, but for one reason or another, they simply can't. As a professional woodworker, I often find myself wanting to do things as close to perfect as I can, but then the boss tells me to hurry up, and it's good enough.
The entire episode series was climatic to me. I waited for the final episode with excitement and I'm not even an artist. I'm creative, but find myself looking forward to each one of your videos. I told my husband your voice is so soothing; I can get a good night's sleep after each episode. Thanks, Julian.
It looks so easy. But requires deep and in-depth knowledge of chemistry, mechanical pressure influence, craftsmanship and, not least, artistic abilities. Baumgartner possesses all these abilities. He is a true master of his craft and absolutely wonderful to watch!
It is amazing to see the details of the painting emerge from under the grime and varnish! The colors are brilliant, and your retouching work is really flawless. But before that, you made thin, fragile slats of wood into a unified piece. I enjoy watching you (and Kit) restore damaged, old artwork into truly enjoyable masterpieces! Thank you for sharing your wonderful restoration work with us!
after years of videos, detailed explanations, techniques applied, tools used, stuccos, colors and so on, I am certain that if I send Julian 4 pieces of wood found on the street in 4 different cities during 4 years of travel, I will find that put together by he and restored hide a Leonardo da Vinci! Nothing is created, nothing is destroyed, everything is transformed. and Julian is capable of transforming everything into a work of art. bravo Maestro! best, Alessandro
Snapping or clapping is a way of keeping track of where a mistake is so you can sync or edit it later. It shows up really well in audio processing programs.
Hey Julian. Just a quick tip from a woodworker. Glueing wood endgrain-to-endgrain gives a very poor bond. Endgrain soaks up a lot of the glue and leaves very little for the actual bond. To fix that, apply the glue and wait a couple minutes until the wood soaks it up. Then apply the glue again and join the pieces. This way you will get a much stronger bond. Anyway, great video as always ;)
I probably have stated this before yet THIS is now my favorite project of yours that I have seen. 4 parts and I never lost interest... yet it is when you were cleaning the painting and you uncovered to me what looked like a castle in the background that I went totally WOW. I never had expected any of that incredible detail in this work. Thank you for your devotion to this painting AND to your CLIENT that has invested in the restoration.
A few days ago I stumbled on a video on instagram of a conservator at Versailles who was cleaning a paining in a grid!!! Thanks to Julian, I've learned one or two things, and I felt outraged at the video. LOL. Thankyou Julian, not only for the very enjoyable and entertaining videos, but also for widening our general knowledge
Julian, I first thing I notice during the four parts, is directed at the cleaning process. After applying the selected cleaning formula, you don't find it necessary to neutralize it's effect with a mild mineral spirit or something comparable. (Building the Clampinator is for another comment. Totally impressive and totally jaw dropping)
I really appreciate all that you do. I have a lot of love for art. But I simply do not have that gift. By watching you restore art. It gives me that sensation of being somehow involved with its restoration. I know this is a lot of hard work for you. And takes time away from those who are precious to you. But you truly are giving a lot back to the masses.
Julian & Kit, you have both truly out done yourselves. Just outstanding work. Thank you both (& the owner, of course), for taking us on this journey of knowledge and appreciation. 👍🏾🇬🇧💙
Anyone, anywhere any time can bring beauty into the world - to appreciate it & to create it. So, kudos to the owners of this masterpiece for using their dollars to pay Julian to bring some beauty to life again. What a nice thing to do. How many people will be blown away by this creation in the next 500 years, all because of your thoughtfulness and generosity . And Julian, if you do not do large muscle exercise or yoga, get crackin' amigo. It will lengthen your career over time.
Julian, your methodical approach and artistry truly shines through with your conservation work. Kit feeling more comfortable with each on going project is a joy to witness and to be applauded! I have recently retired from restoration work at 60 here. I see so much of your thinking and concerns with the client's paintings are just like my own. From high end furniture, paintings, gilt frames, sculptures and more ... the methodical avenue is the only way of course. I look forward viewing more of your work! All the best! David 🖖
I don't think I've ever anticipated you finishing a project like I have this one. Probably because I'm a medievalist and an artisan at that. After all that I don't like the frame with it. I also used to do framing. It was probably my second favorite job because it was so interesting to see the finished product knowing I had a hand in it. Plus helping people decide what mats and frames to use for their pictures.
Hello Julian ... growing up on a museum as a child (danish sculptist and painter Rudolph Tegner) art has always interested me and i do paint myself.. i find your word facinating .. keep up the fantastic work. hugs from Denmark
Happy almost Hanukkah! Any time the Clampinator comes out you know it's going to be a good journey. Amazing as always, both you and Kit. This chef loves you and your analogies, if any others don't, they're lying.
Thank you so much for taking the time out to bring us along while you do your work. There is not one other conservator on RUclips that I can find that I enjoy watching as much, not to mention has the quality of work you put into each art piece as well as the videos you present to us! Your videos and work is impeccable.
I love that Julian takes his time and skills to make every structural change look symmetrical and minimal, it absolutely makes you forget that there is a new piece of wood there. It soothes my OCD heart, and it really looks amazing.
Julian and Kit, I am absolutely gob-smacked by what you were able to accomplish with this project. The visual difference in the painting after being restored was astounding! Thank you for all you do.
I loved this series so much. It was truly informative and engaging as always to see the meticulous way you work out problems and come up with solutions. It's also enjoyable to see your interaction with Kit and how easily you work together. This is a beautiful painting and the transformation was just phenomenal. 👍🏾❤️
Please, please, please Julian, allot more time to retouching! It's my favorite part and you've slowly cut it down over the years to where it's over in the blink of an eye!
You are a master. This was one of the most satisfying jobs to date. I couldn't wait for the next parts after watching the first one. Really, really fine work.
What a wonderful series! The work is beautiful and the addition of Kit to the team really adds another layer for the viewer as i feel as though i'm learning with her!
I am in total AWE!! I was waiting in anticipation for all of the parts to this restoration. During the cleaning of the painting, I was amazed that you uncovered small trees!! Can't wait for your next project!! Thank you Julian... from Skokie.
Having worked as a framer for years, seeing the process of building/ rebuilding this frame hurt. So much extra work. But if it holds, it holds, and that's what's important. That rabbit though, was brilliant, as was the decision to paint it to match. The whole thing really does look great
It never fails to amaze me that there are so many details hidden underneath all that gunk. I can only sit here in awe of how talented these artists were and how time has robbed so many of the beauty that is the artists work.
Watched all 4. Tremendous work! Your forethought into the project was impressive. As i watched it being clamped together, I found myself fretting over whether it was going to snap in a different location. 😳 God bless the Clampinator!!❤
It's always funny when Julian misses the bloopers and they stay in there.
Hrmph
26:38 ... the Addams Family! I agree :)
He purposely leaves them in
When a RUclips video has a mistake that isn't corrected and they are at the level of having sponsors, it's intentional to prompt comment. (The main one is mispronouncing things.) On top of that, there is also a group of people who feel compelled to educate about this, increasing engagement even further.
@@ferichorct750 youre interpreting way too much into it, its just a blooper ffs
I just realized why Julian always looks so well put-together. The aerated varnish keeps his clothes CRISP!
That's certainly one way to starch clothes ^^'
One could almost say that he himself is conserved by now. 😆
😂😂😂
Well, my mom did used to remark about how some women looked like they applied their makeup with a spray gun and a layer of vanish.
@@tinydancer7426 Some of them would probably apply less makeup if they used an airbrush gun. I'm always amazed by how much product those girls on Instagram waste, plastering their face with the stuff. Don't get me wrong; they are talented, and I love the creative, artistic looks, but I don't really get the caked on, plastered look. Whatever though; it's their face. 🤷♀️
Julian The Restorer, The Painter, The Carpenter, The Artisan, The Teacher, and the most important is Julian The Human. Bless you Julian. I was waiting for Part 4. A lot of my Iraqi friends watching you despite the language barrier, they really enjoy your skills and your voice. Greetings from Baghdad/ Iraq.
I don’t know man, with all of these skills he might be more like a god.
What a nice comment. ! 😊 I was expecting part 4 too, blessings and greetings back to you from Miami 💜✨
@@CausingChaos. Agree brother
@@liudmiladelcastillo5581 Thank you brother, Julian is an example of passion mixed with ethics.🤝
Sending love to Iraq from Norway brother
I think it would be really cool to see what a normal/average week looks like for you and Kit. Usually your videos focus on one project at a time to completion but it's clear you must work on other projects while waiting for it to dry or cool. It would be neat to be a fly on the wall and see how you time manage multiple projects at once.
Yes! I’ve always wondered how this works, with all the different processes and waiting times, and seeing all the other projects in the background.
Second this!!
Third!
Yes please!!…fourth!
5ifth!
Watching you clean an old painting NEVER gets old. I am always amazed at what lies beneath all the varnish and grime. This painting was no exception.
That red made me swoon
Yes! It's one of my favorite parts - especially when we get a time lapse to soothing music. Pure stress relief. 🥰
When the three Mary figures popped into view, I was stunned. Who knew dirt, grime and varnish could mask so much detail. This has been one of my favorite restorations...truly remarkable. Thank you for sharing this with us.
This video should have been picked up by the National Geo channel as documentary! Beautifully narrated, filmed and edited! In your efforts to do the best possible restorations you have become a true ARTIST!
His whole series has been fantastic, I have been watching since his fourth or fifth upload and I have watched him grow as a presenter and learned so much about art and art history.
Agreed, this production is next level!
National Geographics channel would repeat same footage over and over again and create artificial "cliffhangers" before the ads.
@@trizvanov AHHAAHAHHA NOT WRONG, they natter on about the same theories for hours
Nat Geo would be profiting off of his work, where as uploading it to his RUclips ensures he is getting every profit he deserves from his impressive work
I like how you don’t over edit your small mess ups in narration. It makes you human and relatable.
He does remove a ton of outtakes, just sometimes misses a few, and then ends up spleading the glue
Exactly
@@daylen577 i almost spat out my water! you’re too clever 😭😭
I like to consider myself being a part of the conversation process when Julian talks in “we”-form and just nod along
Good work sticking to it. I don't think I'm out on a limb here when I say that nobody else wood have done a better job sprucing up this painting than the two of yew. I can completely understand why this channel is so poplar.
I don’t know about y’all, but the gel solvent is my FAVORITE!! I love how it picks up the goo and the schschschsch of the brush agitating- impeccable!!!!
Gel solvent crew represent!
It takes nerves of steel to cut that groove for the inlay in a 575 yr old painting. Well done Julian. Well done!
the chicken comparison made me think I'd subscribe to a cooking show made by you as long as you narrate it the same way: "its easier to put more chicken in the oven as you can always remove some after is done"
"Using wet brines can soak past the skin and oversaturate the meat, but if I use a dry rub, I can let it marinate as long as I want without risk of it soaking too deep."
To make pudding we are creating a gelled solvent today.
Imagine the “Scraping” video but with burnt toast…
I just saw a channel where a young guy made deep fakes of faces and voices to make parody of Nile Red and Mark Robler. He could make a Julian meets Adam Ragusia, where "Good Eats" pops in to criticize, then Julia Child comes in to argue with _him_ , and then as it turns into an homage to Jerry Springer, the Swedish Chef Muppet comes on to finish the dish in some wacky way.
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Cleaning is my favorite part. It really brings the painting to life!
What a treasure! Who ever owns this painting and sent it to you has done the world a service. It was a bunch of kindling. Now it's a glowing jewel that can take pride of place in any museum in the world. Thank you!
I love how you have probably found a job that allows you to embrace your perfectionist nature. Others may also enjoy being perfectionists, but their jobs may not allow for it.
I can't believe how dirty the painting was. The colors that popped out and the figures that had been so covered you couldn't see them at all were amazing. I loved this restoration. Not just the cleaning of it, but the way you fixed all the problems that this painting had, was absolutely phenomenal. What an absolutely amazing restorationist you are. Thankyou for sharing all you did with us.
I suffer from mental illness...this page calms me...I love art...and your patience is what I hope to one day to achive...as well as the calm...
Amazing how much detail the cleaning revealed. The whole painting makes so much more sense now. The imagery tells more of a story.
20:38 the retouching as a whole is fascinating to me! It’s just 💨 those problems never existed ! They just disappear 🫥
I darn near dislocated my jaw when that white peeked through that yellowy brown varnish!! Such an impressive amount of work on this one!
After watching the cleaning of this painting, it occurred to me that the story that it is trying to tell has probably not been seen for perhaps a couple of hundred years! Which also led me to the conclusion that calling you simply a conservator is inadequate. You work is much more than that. You are in part a story teller, historian, magician, scientist, explorer, craftsman, and perhaps most importantly, a time traveler, reaching back into the past to bring the beauty and the story of art into the present day, allowing a world that the artist could never have imagined, to enjoy their work! A noble profession indeed! Well done!
I have to imagine the the original artists would appreciate all your conservation efforts to allow future generations to view their work as they intended.
Honestly one thing I love about this channel is how professionally everything is filmed and edited. Just very satisfying to watch ya know?
While you were cleaning, you swabbed and a figure appeared on the middle left side. It took my breath away to see it appear and as you continued when the city fortress appeared, I started to cry. Seeing this art restored (as well as your other works) has been so rewarding. I love your attention to detail. I’ve been a fan since “Scraping, a slow decent into madness”. So glad to see Kit and her enthusiasm!❤
Holy Sistine Chapel, was this ever dirty!!! What a difference just cleaning it made!!!
❤️❤️❤️👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Just gonna say, After watching parts 1,2 &3 I really was looking forward to a bunch of your painting. It felt a little short for how long we waited for it. I think I speak for us all when I say there's nothing boring about watching you mix reds and browns or touching up areas in the background or flags. Everything post isolation layer I could watch on loop!
This has to be one of the best jobs you've ever done, and that's saying something. I'm overwhelmed at what you managed to do with this ancient piece of beautiful art. A combination of artistry, skill, and engineering. Damn.
Wouldn't it be cool to be around a couple hundred years or so from now when this painting gets a cleaning or something... and the conservators go to examine it and say "oh yeah, this is a Baumgartner restoration... you can just tell. He's all over this thing. Exquisite work. Makes our job a hell of a lot easier. Bless that guy."
I'll admit I didn't really appreciate Kit when she first joined us. It felt like she was butting into our little party. However, I found myself _missing_ her while watching today's video. Who'd 'ave thunk it. Well, I guess she's a member of our gang now...and I'm glad.
I was also dubious, but I feel like Kit is all of us 😂 she asks all the questions we wish we could
She is smart and attentive and reactive. Julian chose well ! After all, you need to be the luckiest to be able to learn from the best
When you clean old varnish, that is always the most exciting (maybe I should say moving) moment. So much is recovered from under the weigth of times, so much beauty! It lifts my spirits like nothing else in these dark times.
Your retouching is always really, really great. But when the original painting starts to show through...!! Thank you!!
BTW: when a cheap frame is worth 300$... then what would this painting be worth? And your outstanding work? I'm flabbergasted and really humble about what you do. Can only thank you once again for bringing such valuable works back to life - and share it with us.
I hope the people that wanted it conserved are very happy with the results. Its a fantastic painting and cleaning it really made it come to life again!
Yes but the frame is tacky and takes away from the beauty of the painting!
@@vincentmancini6279 Can you refer back to my statement where i mentioned the frame please?
Wow! This is mind-blowing. Julian is a true Renaissance man. A Master Restorer. No doubt, Kit is learning from the best.
I wanted to see a bit more of the retouching process, especially for such a large project!
It was fun coming along for the ride regardless. Great work :)
Growling when stressed is important for brain health. We do it to calm our hindbrain and it helps to refocus in the prefrontal cortex. It teaches us to change our outlook and remain calm. Kids especially should be allowed to growl to calm themselves. It stems back to womb sounds and the vibrations of the chest! Love hearing it first thing out the gate. 😊
This was a phenomenal restoration series and I've thoroughly enjoyed watching every minute of it. I'm actually rather sad that it's come to an end, but I look forward to future restorations. Julian, you are a true maestro in your chosen field and I am continuously impressed with your attention to detail, your work ethic and your innovation. Thank you for sharing your work and talents with us. Also, kudos to Kit and her contribution as well.
After weeks of waiting for the cleaning process I am totally disappointed to see it cleaned from a distance! I always look forward to seeing the detail of the artworks during this process, where during earlier procedures we only see snippets of the detail. Add to that, my eyesight is "aged" which means that the only opportunity to see the fine detail of the paintings is during the cleaning process, at least in the manner that you have cleaned and filmed the vast majority of your videos. Please remember those of us who are older, yet wish to visualize the art, not only in it's entirety, but also it's fine detail!
Thank you, Julian, for the education you have provided us. I so look forward to each video that you have made. I have watched each and every video you have made, some of them several times!! I have to get my Julian "fix" every week!! 😂
This one brought me to tears. When you said 1540 as the camera panned open to the restored image, I just lost it. So beautiful and extremely interesting to watch you work. Thank you for all you do.
Every time a video doesn't have Kit in it, I realize how much I like Kit and what she brings to the videos.
Thanks to Julians work and this channel I had a really insightful conversation with someone who is involved in restoring Rembrandts "Nightwatch" last week. It's so cool to see a restauration process up close and talk to people that are willing to answer all kinds of questions. And thanks to the things I picked up watching these videos I was able to ask questions on varnish, paintloss and the canvas
I wish I was this patient. I love your videos because they remind me to slow down and take my time. Amazing work. I am always impressed with your abilities.
When he gets to the cleaning ,all the characters come out of the darkness! Beautiful!
I mean, Julian probably used ALL of the tools available at his shop for this work. Amazing job!!!
This was a fantastic series to watch. The painting itself, without a doubt, is breathtaking. Then you put in all of the conservation/restoration work and it truly comes to life before your eyes. I am never bored while watching you work. Everything about it fascinates me. Thank you for sharing another stunning piece of history/art.
I love the dude throwing a hard dab on the right.
Also, I do have a very deep admiration and respect for your "do it right or don't do it at all" approach. I think it's something that a lot of people want to do with their work, but for one reason or another, they simply can't. As a professional woodworker, I often find myself wanting to do things as close to perfect as I can, but then the boss tells me to hurry up, and it's good enough.
The entire episode series was climatic to me. I waited for the final episode with excitement and I'm not even an artist. I'm creative, but find myself looking forward to each one of your videos. I told my husband your voice is so soothing; I can get a good night's sleep after each episode. Thanks, Julian.
It looks so easy. But requires deep and in-depth knowledge of chemistry, mechanical pressure influence, craftsmanship and, not least, artistic abilities. Baumgartner possesses all these abilities. He is a true master of his craft and absolutely wonderful to watch!
It is amazing to see the details of the painting emerge from under the grime and varnish! The colors are brilliant, and your retouching work is really flawless.
But before that, you made thin, fragile slats of wood into a unified piece. I enjoy watching you (and Kit) restore damaged, old artwork into truly enjoyable masterpieces! Thank you for sharing your wonderful restoration work with us!
after years of videos, detailed explanations, techniques applied, tools used, stuccos, colors and so on, I am certain that if I send Julian 4 pieces of wood found on the street in 4 different cities during 4 years of travel, I will find that put together by he and restored hide a Leonardo da Vinci! Nothing is created, nothing is destroyed, everything is transformed. and Julian is capable of transforming everything into a work of art. bravo Maestro! best, Alessandro
It’s really fun to hear your voiceover mistakes. The snapping I could tell you had just about had it 😂
Snapping or clapping is a way of keeping track of where a mistake is so you can sync or edit it later. It shows up really well in audio processing programs.
HAHAAH same! Made me crack up!
Hey Julian. Just a quick tip from a woodworker. Glueing wood endgrain-to-endgrain gives a very poor bond. Endgrain soaks up a lot of the glue and leaves very little for the actual bond. To fix that, apply the glue and wait a couple minutes until the wood soaks it up. Then apply the glue again and join the pieces. This way you will get a much stronger bond.
Anyway, great video as always ;)
I probably have stated this before yet THIS is now my favorite project of yours that I have seen.
4 parts and I never lost interest...
yet it is when you were cleaning the painting and you uncovered to me what looked like a castle in the background that I went totally WOW. I never had expected any of that incredible detail in this work.
Thank you for your devotion to this painting
AND to your CLIENT that has invested in the restoration.
A few days ago I stumbled on a video on instagram of a conservator at Versailles who was cleaning a paining in a grid!!! Thanks to Julian, I've learned one or two things, and I felt outraged at the video. LOL. Thankyou Julian, not only for the very enjoyable and entertaining videos, but also for widening our general knowledge
Seeing real professionals do their work and seeing the results is so satisfying. Brilliant work.
Julian, I first thing I notice during the four parts, is directed at the cleaning process. After applying the selected cleaning formula, you don't find it necessary to neutralize it's effect with a mild mineral spirit or something comparable. (Building the Clampinator is for another comment. Totally impressive and totally jaw dropping)
I really appreciate all that you do. I have a lot of love for art. But I simply do not have that gift. By watching you restore art. It gives me that sensation of being somehow involved with its restoration.
I know this is a lot of hard work for you. And takes time away from those who are precious to you. But you truly are giving a lot back to the masses.
Your videos help me put my baby to sleep. Such a soothing voice.
Julian & Kit, you have both truly out done yourselves. Just outstanding work. Thank you both (& the owner, of course), for taking us on this journey of knowledge and appreciation. 👍🏾🇬🇧💙
Anyone, anywhere any time can bring beauty into the world - to appreciate it & to create it. So, kudos to the owners of this masterpiece for using their dollars to pay Julian to bring some beauty to life again. What a nice thing to do.
How many people will be blown away by this creation in the next 500 years, all because of your thoughtfulness and
generosity .
And Julian, if you do not do large muscle exercise or yoga, get crackin' amigo. It will lengthen your career over time.
I was floored by the blue sky as it was revealed. Amazing work, as always.
Julian, your methodical approach and artistry truly shines through with your conservation work. Kit feeling more comfortable with each on going project is a joy to witness and to be applauded! I have recently retired from restoration work at 60 here. I see so much of your thinking and concerns with the client's paintings are just like my own. From high end furniture, paintings, gilt frames, sculptures and more ... the methodical avenue is the only way of course. I look forward viewing more of your work! All the best! David 🖖
Hurray another part. Always nice to watch a true professional at work.
Seeing something go from a void to not being able to discern the outline of said void is amazing.
I don't think I've ever anticipated you finishing a project like I have this one. Probably because I'm a medievalist and an artisan at that. After all that I don't like the frame with it. I also used to do framing. It was probably my second favorite job because it was so interesting to see the finished product knowing I had a hand in it. Plus helping people decide what mats and frames to use for their pictures.
Watching the cleaning on this was one of my favourites. Seeing the details come out and the entire painting "open up" was amazing.
Hello Julian ... growing up on a museum as a child (danish sculptist and painter Rudolph Tegner) art has always interested me and i do paint myself.. i find your word facinating .. keep up the fantastic work. hugs from Denmark
Watching your painting disappear while you're doing it is always incredible.
Happy almost Hanukkah! Any time the Clampinator comes out you know it's going to be a good journey. Amazing as always, both you and Kit. This chef loves you and your analogies, if any others don't, they're lying.
This restoration is one of my favourites, always impressed with the results, but wow 😍 what lay beneath was amazing to see.
Thank you so much for taking the time out to bring us along while you do your work. There is not one other conservator on RUclips that I can find that I enjoy watching as much, not to mention has the quality of work you put into each art piece as well as the videos you present to us! Your videos and work is impeccable.
your videos have all the elements of a thriller…when there's a continuation it gets much better…bravooo!!!!
I love that Julian takes his time and skills to make every structural change look symmetrical and minimal, it absolutely makes you forget that there is a new piece of wood there. It soothes my OCD heart, and it really looks amazing.
It comes alive! I think it was worth it. Smart, clever, talented, detailed Julian!
As always, you are amazing and your work is beautiful. Kit is blessed to have you as her teacher!
Julian and Kit, I am absolutely gob-smacked by what you were able to accomplish with this project. The visual difference in the painting after being restored was astounding! Thank you for all you do.
I loved this series so much. It was truly informative and engaging as always to see the meticulous way you work out problems and come up with solutions. It's also enjoyable to see your interaction with Kit and how easily you work together. This is a beautiful painting and the transformation was just phenomenal. 👍🏾❤️
I kind of feel as though there should be an ovation in after an awestruck hush, in a great music hall. I love these mulit-part restorations.
What other projects Kit is working on while you're working on this one ? Would be interesting to see.
Please, please, please Julian, allot more time to retouching! It's my favorite part and you've slowly cut it down over the years to where it's over in the blink of an eye!
Your videos are so hypnotic and relaxing.
You've made an absolutely mind blowing job as always
What an incredible job. So beautiful. Well done, to both you and Kit.
You are a master. This was one of the most satisfying jobs to date. I couldn't wait for the next parts after watching the first one. Really, really fine work.
7:53 ...... how you exposed / released the trees here is just ....WOW
I'm so happy the next part is here! Thank you for such great videos, I love this series
Three weeks and no Julian. We know you deserve a vacation, we miss your videos! Happy New Year!
This turned out so beautiful! Been watching you for ages now, but still every time I'm surprised how beautiful the paintings turn out!
What a wonderful series! The work is beautiful and the addition of Kit to the team really adds another layer for the viewer as i feel as though i'm learning with her!
Gorgeous! This turned out so well, I honestly can’t believe how perfect it is.
I am in total AWE!! I was waiting in anticipation for all of the parts to this restoration. During the cleaning of the painting, I was amazed that you uncovered small trees!! Can't wait for your next project!! Thank you Julian... from Skokie.
I've been looking forwards to this next part. Thank you.
Having worked as a framer for years, seeing the process of building/ rebuilding this frame hurt. So much extra work. But if it holds, it holds, and that's what's important.
That rabbit though, was brilliant, as was the decision to paint it to match. The whole thing really does look great
This is a great one. Thanks for sharing this work with us!
It never fails to amaze me that there are so many details hidden underneath all that gunk. I can only sit here in awe of how talented these artists were and how time has robbed so many of the beauty that is the artists work.
Happy to see another episode !
According to all the youtube chefs i've been following, your chicken analogy is spot on.
I've realized that cleaning a painting is just removing the Breaking Bad Mexican filter from it.
Amazing transformation, take care and be safe and have a blessed week amen
Well done Julian!! Exceptional mini-series 🙂
the amount of work that goes into this stuff just so i can sit in my bed and snooze is insane
This was a massive painting if it took 6 hours to clean it! But it looked beautiful when we see the true range of colour
Watched all 4. Tremendous work! Your forethought into the project was impressive. As i watched it being clamped together, I found myself fretting over whether it was going to snap in a different location. 😳 God bless the Clampinator!!❤