Hello, Mr. Gurney. I'm a fresh graduate dentist in Palembang, Indonesia. I've been following your social media and has subscribed to your RUclips channel for quite some time now. (Probably more than 4 to 5 years?). I remembered Dinotopia as a home movie of sorts that was run on a local TV station on weekends. Sadly, I didn't get to watch it fully because of a few things that I completely forgot. Anyway, I'm so passionate about art and somewhat of a hobbyist. On seeing you online (especially knowing you created Dinotopia literally from scratch), watching you here on RUclips while searching anything that I can find about gouache really changed how the way I see painting, the thought-process, the process itself, and the 'dare' and how to relax myself to be able to break things down into simpler details and not to worry so much. I've been drawing since I was a kid, autodidactly, grabbing on to any and every tutorials and how-to books, on and offline that I can get my hands on yet only these past few years watching you on RUclips and following you (and other artists alike) on Instagram has given me the sense of 'dare' in drawing and painting. You've completely changed my perspective on drawing and painting and have given me a new paradigm in art itself. Not only that. It changes how I see things in general, and has helped me throughout my education as a dentist and in taking my Master's degree. Basically, all we do in everyday life, I find it easier for me to do things if I 'sketch' it first, 'block in shapes' on the things that I want to achieve, 'consider the values', and last, 'slowly work on the details'. And do so in a relaxed state of mind. I don't know whether you can find time to read this comment, but, I thank you for sharing us all these videos and art and above all, the fun in making them.
Hello Abdillah Azhar, you expressed so many interesting thoughts. Thank you. I never thought that my painting procedure could be applied to other things in life. That's a tribute to you as much as it is to me. As far as being daring, I think painting is the most low-risk thing a person could do, so there's no fear. The worst thing that could happen is that you wreck a good painting. I suppose the risks are higher in dentistry -- or in rock climbing.
James Gurney Thank you, sir. Dentistry is a lot riskier than painting. But it isn't merely clinical. It also applies art, and having the knowledge of how to paint is a great advantage. In general, people in Indonesia (as far as I know) tend to feel intimidated with the act of drawing when asked to do so. Let alone painting. Even someone like me, who has the curiosity in art still have the same feelings. Here, people are afraid to make mistakes. But how can we learn if not from mistakes? The similarities I see in dentistry and painting are learn the steps/procedure and practice not only your skills, but also your sense and intuition. When those have been mastered, in an uncertain situation, we can take calculated risks and "cover them up in opaque" like you always say. (We also use the word 'opaque' in dentistry and medicine in general to describe a dense structure --- which is white, in radiology. So, if the image has good radiopacity, the tooth filling is usually good. Haha...) Thanks again, Mr. Gurney. And keep up the great work! ^^
I love the way your paintings look, especially the colors. You take scenes most people would probably think boring or uninteresting, tweak the colors and turn them into a captivating painting with a few strokes. I could stare at them all day XD
This is fantastic! So helpful, the explaination you give to the process you use and diretion you’re aiming for in the end product. Such a pleasing picture to look at! I like so much the backlighting and lens flair effect you demo in other videos too. ALso your use of mixed media appeals a lot in the look of what you’re trying to create. Don’t know if you can answer this, but do you remember anything about the pastel colors used at the end of this video? Color name/ or even brand - I have something close in the blue but not the same= a middle tone. Thanks, for all the work you do! Tami
I’m so glad I found your channel 😍 your work is absolutely phenomenal and your explanation is easy to follow 💗 I’m new to gauche and I hope someday I will be anywhere near as good as you 💗
Hi James Gurney my name's Louise Whittle I'm an animator & artist who wants to do more traditional art as I've mastered digital already & I feel you are someone I can really look up to for this. I hope to be more noticable for my work someday because I've done lots of animations & artwork & would love to create a series & films for my characters I made up that I'm planning to show the world someday. I think if I ever get a chance to meet you it would be a time I'd never forget as you inspire me with your Dinotopia stuff & tutorials on how to become a better artist. Thank you for your time & all the best for you!
Hi, Mr. Gurney! I'm a college student taking some oil painting classes as electives. (watercolor scares me a bit!) Your videos on gouache have convinced me I might just give it a go! Gouache's ability to be chunky and opaque like oils but also thinned out like watercolor makes me think it could be a good medium to get myself used to watercolors. You've certainly inspired me as a beginner artist and many more, I'm sure! Thank you! Your technique and expertise speak for themselves. I do have a question regarding technique: I am unfamiliar with casein paint and was wondering why you use that to seal the paper surface as opposed to acrylic?
I use casein because once it's dry, it won't pick up if you put a wash over it. You could also use Acryla Gouache (Holbein), which is a matte, opaque version of gouache with an acrylic binder. Or you could tint some gesso with acrylic, as long as it's not too shiny.
Hello Mr Gurney. Very nice channel. you get so much useful information across in such small videos. That in itself is an art. But I did have one odd question for you. You seem to use Watercolor, Gouache and Casein interchangeably. Is there any reason why you choose one of the other for particular paintings?
Thank you for this video. Once you put the chalk down, do you have to cover or seal that to guard it from smudging more, or did you rub it in enough to take care of that?
I’m sorry to ask because I’m sure you’re asked a lot but what is that small water color pallet you are using? Is it Rembrandt set of 12? Or just a set you put together.
Wasn't secret. I was in a medical office waiting area, and every surgeon and every assistant came over to take a look. They said no one had ever painted there before. They were all super nice and some of them did art as a hobby.
Hello, Mr. Gurney. I'm a fresh graduate dentist in Palembang, Indonesia. I've been following your social media and has subscribed to your RUclips channel for quite some time now. (Probably more than 4 to 5 years?). I remembered Dinotopia as a home movie of sorts that was run on a local TV station on weekends. Sadly, I didn't get to watch it fully because of a few things that I completely forgot.
Anyway, I'm so passionate about art and somewhat of a hobbyist. On seeing you online (especially knowing you created Dinotopia literally from scratch), watching you here on RUclips while searching anything that I can find about gouache really changed how the way I see painting, the thought-process, the process itself, and the 'dare' and how to relax myself to be able to break things down into simpler details and not to worry so much.
I've been drawing since I was a kid, autodidactly, grabbing on to any and every tutorials and how-to books, on and offline that I can get my hands on yet only these past few years watching you on RUclips and following you (and other artists alike) on Instagram has given me the sense of 'dare' in drawing and painting. You've completely changed my perspective on drawing and painting and have given me a new paradigm in art itself. Not only that. It changes how I see things in general, and has helped me throughout my education as a dentist and in taking my Master's degree. Basically, all we do in everyday life, I find it easier for me to do things if I 'sketch' it first, 'block in shapes' on the things that I want to achieve, 'consider the values', and last, 'slowly work on the details'. And do so in a relaxed state of mind.
I don't know whether you can find time to read this comment, but, I thank you for sharing us all these videos and art and above all, the fun in making them.
Hello Abdillah Azhar, you expressed so many interesting thoughts. Thank you. I never thought that my painting procedure could be applied to other things in life. That's a tribute to you as much as it is to me. As far as being daring, I think painting is the most low-risk thing a person could do, so there's no fear. The worst thing that could happen is that you wreck a good painting. I suppose the risks are higher in dentistry -- or in rock climbing.
James Gurney Thank you, sir. Dentistry is a lot riskier than painting. But it isn't merely clinical. It also applies art, and having the knowledge of how to paint is a great advantage. In general, people in Indonesia (as far as I know) tend to feel intimidated with the act of drawing when asked to do so. Let alone painting. Even someone like me, who has the curiosity in art still have the same feelings. Here, people are afraid to make mistakes. But how can we learn if not from mistakes? The similarities I see in dentistry and painting are learn the steps/procedure and practice not only your skills, but also your sense and intuition. When those have been mastered, in an uncertain situation, we can take calculated risks and "cover them up in opaque" like you always say. (We also use the word 'opaque' in dentistry and medicine in general to describe a dense structure --- which is white, in radiology. So, if the image has good radiopacity, the tooth filling is usually good. Haha...)
Thanks again, Mr. Gurney. And keep up the great work! ^^
I love the way your paintings look, especially the colors. You take scenes most people would probably think boring or uninteresting, tweak the colors and turn them into a captivating painting with a few strokes. I could stare at them all day XD
Awesome Gurney, I love how you use the view of the house from the waiting room to paint.
Awesome video and explanation of your process. This is pure gold James, Thank you!
This is fantastic! So helpful, the explaination you give to the process you use and diretion you’re aiming for in the end product. Such a pleasing picture to look at! I like so much the backlighting and lens flair effect you demo in other videos too. ALso your use of mixed media appeals a lot in the look of what you’re trying to create.
Don’t know if you can answer this, but do you remember anything about the pastel colors used at the end of this video? Color name/ or even brand - I have something close in the blue but not the same= a middle tone. Thanks, for all the work you do! Tami
Just truly amazing.M.r Gumey James i'm leaning a lot from watch and listing .keep up the wound full work.
Your videos are always a pleasure!!
I’m so glad I found your channel 😍 your work is absolutely phenomenal and your explanation is easy to follow 💗 I’m new to gauche and I hope someday I will be anywhere near as good as you 💗
Im surprised you don't have 2 million subscribers
Jus paintin in the waitin room. LOL,. I love it!
I love this
Amazing work, but part of me got a bit sad to see the house on the fartesth left get covered by the white casein in the end.
Dennis Holmgren me too 😂
Beautiful work as always!
Awesome!!!
You're the coolest youtuber
Hi James Gurney my name's Louise Whittle I'm an animator & artist who wants to do more traditional art as I've mastered digital already & I feel you are someone I can really look up to for this. I hope to be more noticable for my work someday because I've done lots of animations & artwork & would love to create a series & films for my characters I made up that I'm planning to show the world someday. I think if I ever get a chance to meet you it would be a time I'd never forget as you inspire me with your Dinotopia stuff & tutorials on how to become a better artist. Thank you for your time & all the best for you!
Coolest dude I know of.
Super beautiful, thanks for sharing 💙
I enjoy learning from you as your attention to detail is phenomenal but your hand is loose. Very inspiring.
Hi James, please post more tutorial videos on painting with watercolor and gouache, from basic to advance... hope am not asking too much :)
You live in that world that I see on the Hallmark Channel every Christmas:)
Hi, Mr. Gurney!
I'm a college student taking some oil painting classes as electives. (watercolor scares me a bit!) Your videos on gouache have convinced me I might just give it a go! Gouache's ability to be chunky and opaque like oils but also thinned out like watercolor makes me think it could be a good medium to get myself used to watercolors. You've certainly inspired me as a beginner artist and many more, I'm sure! Thank you! Your technique and expertise speak for themselves.
I do have a question regarding technique: I am unfamiliar with casein paint and was wondering why you use that to seal the paper surface as opposed to acrylic?
I use casein because once it's dry, it won't pick up if you put a wash over it. You could also use Acryla Gouache (Holbein), which is a matte, opaque version of gouache with an acrylic binder. Or you could tint some gesso with acrylic, as long as it's not too shiny.
Hello Mr Gurney. Very nice channel. you get so much useful information across in such small videos. That in itself is an art. But I did have one odd question for you. You seem to use Watercolor, Gouache and Casein interchangeably. Is there any reason why you choose one of the other for particular paintings?
Thank you for this video. Once you put the chalk down, do you have to cover or seal that to guard it from smudging more, or did you rub it in enough to take care of that?
super nice
I’m sorry to ask because I’m sure you’re asked a lot but what is that small water color pallet you are using? Is it Rembrandt set of 12? Or just a set you put together.
I put it together out of a few other sets and a few colors I squeezed out of tubes. I'm always changing my palette around.
Painting was nice but how u did kept all secret...
Wasn't secret. I was in a medical office waiting area, and every surgeon and every assistant came over to take a look. They said no one had ever painted there before. They were all super nice and some of them did art as a hobby.