Feels sad when he said "you do this, you feel like an artist". You are an artist. You deserve recognition for keeping history alive.

@angela_somanythings5670

2 жыл бұрын

Àt 5:48 he said If you are not an artist, you will not be able to do this job (when speaking of training apprentices).. so therefore do not feel sad for that reason, as he knows he is an artist, however it is sad that he is one of the last masters of this exact craft.. maybe it will last, or be revived.

@loanyescoto

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely

@marthasimons7940

2 жыл бұрын

SAIED'S work is beautiful and timeless.

@korbendallas71

2 жыл бұрын

Beautiful work. Who knows In a thousand years archeologists might be digging up his work ☺️

@sv650nyc7

2 жыл бұрын

The correct word is "artisan".

Doesn't even care about money. Just wants to keep the craft his father taught him alive. Absolute respect.

@hasseo1

2 жыл бұрын

@@goFyourself69 Could I get a source on that?

@khajiithadwares2263

2 жыл бұрын

@@hasseo1 Even if it was true, you have to realize that because of his competition, he can't afford big wages. Industrially made tiles cost 5 times less (install included)

@saraashraf

2 жыл бұрын

@@goFyourself69 you cant even spell greedy right, stop tainting his name with random bullshit :)

@orkhepaj

2 жыл бұрын

@@khajiithadwares2263 i respect industrialists, they make you the same product for cheaper

@orkhepaj

2 жыл бұрын

0 respect , outdated crap for smug people

It’s a shame he doesn’t have a website, he deserves it more than most brands

@kp-legacy-5477

Жыл бұрын

He wouldn't be able to keep up with the amount of hipsters that would buy off him

@drefhill

Жыл бұрын

@@kp-legacy-5477 he just could charge more get better local and more employees.

@kp-legacy-5477

Жыл бұрын

@@drefhill do you even understand the enormous task that is? Ahaha I highly doubt he has the energy for that at his age

@WardNightstone

Жыл бұрын

100%

@Dr__Feelgood

Жыл бұрын

@@kp-legacy-5477 The point was he didn't have to do it all himself. With more demand, he'd have to hire more people, younger ones who are internet-savvy, etc. Then the business grows.

Man…. I want to go to Egypt just to buy some tiles from him. What a wonderful and creative man. His soul is full of color and I hope his tradition lives on.

@betr5236

Жыл бұрын

Just don't come. You can reach him in any way, but just don't come.

@wren_.

Жыл бұрын

even if they can’t, this video is important for documenting it.

@GabrieLight

Жыл бұрын

@@betr5236 واضح من باقي تعليقاتك إنك تعبان، روح اتعالج مش ناقصه عاهات.

@betr5236

Жыл бұрын

@@GabrieLight تعلقيقك أكبر دليل إن أحسن لكل واحد إنوا مايجيش

@GabrieLight

Жыл бұрын

@@betr5236 دخلت قناتك مكنتش اعرف انك احتياجات خاصه، قال اللايك بخمسه جنيه هههههه، روح يابني اتعالج قلتلك، وحلوه إنوا دي ههههه متعلم عربي عند صنايعي سباكه هه ربنا يشفيك يابني.

The fact he is teaching his art for free to everyone is eager to learn is wonderful

@idklol4708

2 жыл бұрын

Ikr

@user-xp7cm6fz8j

2 жыл бұрын

Как чудесно! Хоть от Вас услышал, а то перевода нет🕵️

@Viktor007

2 жыл бұрын

He probably employs them afterwards and makes few bucks off them.

@marinesprietofranchi

2 жыл бұрын

@@Viktor007 what an horrible comment about someone who wants to keep alive a traditional and artistic way to make tiles. Not everybody wants to take advantage of others. You know a person for its words... Maybe you are the one changing mirrors for gold.

@Viktor007

2 жыл бұрын

@@marinesprietofranchi I did not necessarily mean it in a bad way, the video itself says that he has two employees.

It's like interviewing Leonardo and not showing us his Mona Lisa.

@Jojo-ue7bc

2 жыл бұрын

Why would Leonardo Di Caprio show us Monalisa

@weird-ish762

2 жыл бұрын

@@Jojo-ue7bc its just an example, like a metaphor

@rahulchh0492

2 жыл бұрын

@@Jojo-ue7bc exactly, why would leanardo show Mozart's painting right.

@yash124

2 жыл бұрын

@@Jojo-ue7bc you're right he's busy protecting nature and Making movies why would he show mona lisa

@siddheshsingabhatti4025

2 жыл бұрын

@@Jojo-ue7bc I think he meant Leonardo Da Vinci😂😂

There's a semblance of humility, honestly and pride in his craft that can't be captured in massive manufacturing. He genuinely wants to teach people and share something he loves with others. I really hope he starts his own youtube channel and keeps the craft alive through bringing awareness. I would watch someone make tiles for hours.. i dont even need an explanation. I wish we could bring craftmanship and artistry back to the things we take for granted and mass produce.

@jackstrubbe7608

Жыл бұрын

There are several tile artists on the west coast working with similar methods. It is being resurrected. We are using mineral stains and thinset which are effectively the same materials. I've been experimenting with sheet acrylic division molds in place of the metal forms he is using, but occasionally do sweat-solder copper forms.

In my family I was always told few of our close relatives left Greece, went to Egypt as migrants and thrived in tile making. I have no contact with them but after watching this documentary I can only appreciate them even more. Tile making is art, art is beautiful. Keep the tradition alive! Love to all the Egyptian people from a Greek neighbour🇪🇬🇬🇷

@SciK.

Жыл бұрын

As in native Greeks?

@MarlonBitoy

Жыл бұрын

@@SciK. actually he’s referring to Ligma Greeks.

@fersargaming282

Жыл бұрын

Love and Peace from EGY

@GabrieLight

Жыл бұрын

Amazing, greetings from Alexandria🌹

@wewenang5167

9 ай бұрын

lots of Egyptian have Greek DNA actually, because since the time of Ptolemy and Roman times most of the local administrators were Greek origin brought in by Alexander and his general, people who didn't convert to Islam in the 6 centuries were mostly Greek Egyptian and they are still there now about 10 million of them but now days they were called Coptic Christians. Go took some DNA test on Egyptian especially in Alexandria...you will be surprised how many of them have Greek DNA even thought most of them consider themselves as Arab Egyptian now.

Everyone in the comments talking about money is missing the point. This humble man just wants his passion to live on after his death.

@darckto7247

2 жыл бұрын

but he is missing money

@jamostudios7596

2 жыл бұрын

@@darckto7247 ok and ?

@swamp6825

2 жыл бұрын

@@darckto7247 but hes happy

@robineast6446

2 жыл бұрын

I wonder if we all get different comments showing because I don’t see one comment concerning money.

@Erick_Cuevas

2 жыл бұрын

@@darckto7247 The difference between a layman vs a craftsman IS passion. True craftspeople learn an art form not for monetary gain but for the thrill and satisfaction as a result of the art form. And that's after intense, frustrating, and often times soul crushing hours of work, resulting in thousands of lesser/ok quality pieces over the mere handful of truly satisfying and stunning works. Those few stellar pieces make the effort all worthwhile. He'll never worry about money, because he's not in it for the money. Money is just a bonus! True art isn't made just to be sold... It's made to inspire, entertain, invoke joy and wonder, and... Most of all... To enrich one's life.

I feel you didn't show us enough of the final product. Just a few seconds. I wanted to see how it also looks like installed.

@PredatorPeyami

2 жыл бұрын

Shit news channel channels, what you expect , let wait for one youtuber to do it properly

@spritemon98

2 жыл бұрын

Me too

@Saipan2297

2 жыл бұрын

6:21 for a split second Edit: yes, my peanut brain just understood what installed means, dont replying

@samuraiboi2735

2 жыл бұрын

@@Saipan2297 also another one in 3:31 and on 4:53

@Haazitation

2 жыл бұрын

Spit on them brothers

I don't care what people say, this is an extremely talented artist who keeps a tradition for hundreds of years and wants to continue the tradition. I hope we don't lose this piece of history and keep the artistic tradition.

@Supersquigi

Жыл бұрын

Who is saying otherwise dude, Jesus calm down, you aren't having a controversial opinion "man" LMFAO 🤷

@Imverybadatyoutube

Жыл бұрын

@@Supersquigi It was to emphasize a point not an opinion.

@jimmyryan5880

Жыл бұрын

Who are you arguing with? Everyone agrees

@Imverybadatyoutube

Жыл бұрын

@@jimmyryan5880 proceed to my previous reply.

@suchabadkitty1293

Жыл бұрын

​@@Supersquigi You seem to be the one who needs to "calm down".😆

each of his tiles has soul. something you'll never see from something made in a factory

@PapaKiloProductions

Жыл бұрын

Complete dross

@emissarygw2264

Жыл бұрын

True, but also a horrendously inefficient way to build homes. Automation may be soulless, but it really elevates our standard of living.

@gootwert412

Жыл бұрын

@@emissarygw2264 I'd be chomping at the walls

@giovannebeistline2575

Жыл бұрын

Has much soul has factory ones

I love that there's an Egyptian hipster who wants to learn his craft too.

@WhatsGoing0nHere

2 жыл бұрын

That's what 60% of teens in Egypt look like lmao not even joking. Beautiful place.

@ouwesdebouwes3224

2 жыл бұрын

Eghiptian

@catmeowmeow1662

2 жыл бұрын

@@ouwesdebouwes3224 I like your birds

@ouwesdebouwes3224

2 жыл бұрын

@@catmeowmeow1662 thanks!

@heywaitMarlee

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry but that young man was gorgeous. Even just from the side.

Saied: "When you do it, you feel like an artist." You ARE an artist my friend.

@_Everyone__

2 жыл бұрын

paint by numbers, is art?

@dontaskmewhy8702

2 жыл бұрын

@@_Everyone__ yes, history of art

@sejanus855

2 жыл бұрын

@@_Everyone__ Well yes, it is

@paulodigioia

2 жыл бұрын

@@_Everyone__yep

@nightcrawler2126

2 жыл бұрын

@Mar sab Baron yep

"When you do it, you feel like you're an artist." No sir, you ARE an artist. A master at your craft and all respect and prosperity to you and your team.

As Egyptian myself, I have to affirm what he said about that craft. Unfortunately it’s almost died out, what makes this artist a living legend.

"sometimes I feel like an artist". You don't feel like an artist you're an artist my friend.

@pangshwufen1668

2 жыл бұрын

That is a great quote

@csdadam

2 жыл бұрын

artists won’t tell u they’re artists tbh

@ctjthecubingchannel4145

2 жыл бұрын

@@csdadam alwaysssss

@Angie-vf8qp

2 жыл бұрын

Stolen comment

@barrycuda6866

2 жыл бұрын

Bro did you rlly just copy this comment lol

Much respect for a guy who not only does a trade, but teaches it

@radcow

2 жыл бұрын

I'm glad he's doing it however it is kind pointless in the fact machine can do it far more cheaply and to be fair it's not most skillful of trades

@GreenGoody

2 жыл бұрын

That was the best part for me. He is teaching the skill.

@macelius

2 жыл бұрын

And for free. Only true teachers teach for free.

@LioBioBoom

2 жыл бұрын

@@macelius Right, because teachers live on sunlight and water, as we all know.

@durianjaykin3576

2 жыл бұрын

@@LioBioBoom he's probably looking to hire more workers. And well, they need to be trained

Every family has that one person who will break the family financial struggle I hope you become the one ☺️

@madiezancanellatl9205

Жыл бұрын

@Dr Robert you're right, it's obvious a lot of people remain poor due to ignorance

@christianajoe8563

Жыл бұрын

I'm looking for something to venture into on a short term basis, I have about $6k sitting in my savings, what do you think I should be buying?

@thomasdooley3702

Жыл бұрын

@@christianajoe8563 I'm enjoying working under a platform that brings good return in my life and I've been making my weekly returns without stress all in cry-pto currency

@thomasdooley3702

Жыл бұрын

@@christianajoe8563 Learn and trade under a guide i do same and I hardly make losses in the market

@haydencraig7149

Жыл бұрын

Obviously trading in bitcoin is very volatile and risky to trade that's the reason most traders trade with a company

Successful people don't become that way overnight. What most people see at a glance- wealth, a great career, purpose-is the result of hard work and hustle over time. I pray that anyone who reads this will be successful in life..

@sunshunesunshine1547

Жыл бұрын

Same here it's four months now I started trading with her, and it's been a good experience

@sunshunesunshine1547

Жыл бұрын

Serenay mathieu is a woman of integrity, with $6,000 she makes profit of $34,000 And I can even say she is the sincere broker I know

@maryammikail3687

Жыл бұрын

I truly agree with you on that,

@maryammikail3687

Жыл бұрын

I must say crypto is the future and with the way Bitcoin is climbing so high it's really advisable for people to invest now.,

@aliciabennett9216

Жыл бұрын

I've got interest in investing but I'm afraid of doing it on my own to avoid losses,

Giving free training because he believes in the art... he is a treasure to his country. Glad to see he is teaching the youth, and continuing to do it even when the ceramic and marble tile industry took over. You just don't see this kind of artistry and mastery in production anymore, it's all about efficiency which is understandable. But I feel the heart of design gets lost in mass production...it's a shame

@m.b.82

2 жыл бұрын

Or,, he doesnt pay his apprentices lol

@m.b.82

2 жыл бұрын

@beginning of the end nah. As a trademan myself, i know for a fact you need to pay your apprentices lol

@instantinople3796

2 жыл бұрын

You again

@EmbeddedWithin

2 жыл бұрын

@@instantinople3796 hi

@ShadowebEB

2 жыл бұрын

It's maybe artistic, but very old fashion, now you have much cheaper, stronger and way nicer looking material that are made without harming the lungs of the employees like this one does. So yes it's sad seeing an old industry die, but progress has to be made. If you're interested, go buy his tiles and keep his business alive!

We need these kind of art again in our buildings. I'm tired of plain bland blocks of walls just to look modern. It feels emotionless.

@midorifox

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah, well said.

@brokenlegs8431

2 жыл бұрын

Mass scale production is a necessity in the modern world, a single modern building could take several times as long to produce if it's filled with bunches of hand crafted fixtures. The tiles are cool though

@midorifox

2 жыл бұрын

@@brokenlegs8431 this doesn't mean that individual labour should disappear. if anything, it should be promoted.

@danatedawg1018

2 жыл бұрын

Give it another decade or so they’ll probably be redoing those designs by machine.

@LoraIee

2 жыл бұрын

Best comment.

I’d take the tiles made from the sweat, tears, and love of a man who adores each one of the pieces he has created, over something machine made that lacks the care the man has put into his own work. I understand why the industrial revolution happened, but it’s sad what it has done to beautiful crafts made by people who adored what they did since childhood. This is why I stand behind small business. This is the beauty you get when you pay a bit more made from someone who enjoyed making it for you vs. machine made in most likely a sweat factory across the sea. Please support our small business owners❤️

@damien678

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately a lot of small businesses still try to automate things. I have nothing but love and utter respect for truly keeping a craft alive. I wish I could only buy hand-made things from the creators themselves for the rest of my life. I hate how wasteful we've all become and how little care we're taught to treat items nowadays.

@EdTheCreeper

Жыл бұрын

A lot of the economic drive pushing this tradition of craftsmanship to the brink of extinction is less to do with automation and the industrial revolution and more the fault of big government creating an environment where corporations can pay to implement legislation that stifles competition. The industrial revolution definitely contributes to that by enabling big business to operate at a larger scale/volume with lower overhead, but on a level playing field, that reduced cost to scale up should and would benefit small businesses like this to an even greater degree than these industrial behemoths we have now that are rigging the game.

Thank you for putting him in the spotlight , there are many craftsmans like him throughout Egypt but people does not notice hopefully this make them shine more ♥️

@kurade1096

Жыл бұрын

terrible grammar

@moelbossaty9563

Жыл бұрын

@@kurade1096 Well it's my 2nd latin language and my overall 3rd language

@anti_fascist

Жыл бұрын

@@kurade1096 yeah because english is the only language in the world and everyone’s just supposed to be terrific at it 🙄 what he said was completely comprehensible, take your head out of your a**

@MM-jf1me

10 ай бұрын

​@@moelbossaty9563 I enjoyed your comment and was hoping to see more positivity from people responding to you -- I'm sorry that wasn't the case. I also hope that the spotlight this channels puts on artisans helps people appreciate the craftsmen and traditional skilled workers in their own communities as well as overseas.

Wish I had known about him when I was in Egypt, I would’ve purchased some tiles. I wish he had a website and international shipping. This is the kind of business people want to support.

@osamamahmoud2493

Жыл бұрын

I am from Egypt and i don't know where is his location 🥲

@missyt873

Жыл бұрын

Agree ❤️❤️❤️

@tabithahiggins5075

Жыл бұрын

I imagine the shipping would be extremely cost-prohibitive. I wonder if he'd take on foreign apprentices, or do a youtube channel. I would love to see the craft spreading around the world, it seems well suited to an enthusiastic hobbiest.

@martinluizaga

Жыл бұрын

People want to support lots of things with their mouths, but money in their pockets speaks louder. Most of the times this type of work is not cost effective in the face of modernization. I’m really happy this channel gave voice to his very unique craft. I hope his legacy will continue to live on. He is truly an artist.

@mynamesjudge

Жыл бұрын

@@martinluizaga There is a niche market for everything. Most people wouldn't spend $1200+ on a bear carved with a chainsaw, yet I've made my living for the past 20 years doing just that.

"Saied does not have a website. He sells his tiles locally in Cairo." Um, we need someone to jump in and take care of this.

@Poodleinacan

2 жыл бұрын

He probably doesn't own a computer or cellphone.

@SimplyAdia

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure packing and shipping would be a logistical nightmare for him.

@ninjafruitchilled

2 жыл бұрын

His production capacity is not very high. I think it would be extremely hard for him to supply a global market.

@SimplyAdia

2 жыл бұрын

@@ninjafruitchilled this! He'd have to get a factory to mass produce to meet demand and I'm sure once that happens, quality goes downhill. He has his clients. I can't even imagine what overseas shipping would be like for something heavy like this.

@whi2gan

2 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣👏👉🌍

As an artist since 4 years of age, and now am 24, this man inspires me to pick up art again, but with more love and devotion.

the tiles are so beautiful. i get it why only middle to upper classmen are most of his clients, and others who run places with such aesthetic mindset and likes. if i had the resources and need to, i would also get my hands on these wonderful masterpiece, and also aspire to learn this process of art. so much respect for keeping one's tradition and is actually making a living through smthng he rlly truly loves. ✨

He's smart, he's willing to teach anyone who wants to learn instead of hanging all his hopes on one or two sons who may not even want to continue the family business. Being generous with knowledge is how you keep traditional arts and skills alive.

@karimghzaiel8488

2 жыл бұрын

That's the spirit 🤟

@st4r444

2 жыл бұрын

He stole dat shit from our black egyptiam ancestors. We wuz kangz

@user-ts2ny8jg9d

2 жыл бұрын

@@st4r444 ??

@oggabooga1171

2 жыл бұрын

@@st4r444 huh

@UberVike

2 жыл бұрын

Anyone who would spend their time learning this isn't very bright. Other tile types have already hurt his business and this is a very slow way to work. Better to learn a more valuable skill.

I hope his business is flourishing!!! Craftsman like him are gems, mass production just become items. However when it’s made from a craftsman who produces them slowly, it’s priceless

@Zachkiam

2 жыл бұрын

Looks like the oil you'd want to eat in Super Mario Sunshine. I know I did.

@EpicUnicat

2 жыл бұрын

Mass produced usually puts out lesser quality products too, people making mass production items don't usually have passion for the craft, it's just a job.

@sherinemmanuel6729

2 жыл бұрын

Keep doing what you are doing and keep it alive

@davisvolksons8671

2 жыл бұрын

Just out of curiosity, have you ever supported such artisans? Or do you just 'support' them with positive comments on youtube? There is a difference, you know

@CountingStars333

2 жыл бұрын

14andthisisdeep

People like this are the backbone of culture. Living in an industrialized society is obviously a privilege, but too often we ignore the damage that industrialization has done to craft work traditions like this which are sometimes centuries old. Art is the most major defining feature of a culture, and craftsmanship is art. I'm so glad he's keeping this work alive and I hope other people follow in his footsteps.

This is one more reason I'd go to Egypt, I would love to apprentice with him

I think we need to mention how gorgeous those tiles look?!?!? Imagine putting a gloss over them and installing them in your house, how absolutely stunning that would look. The color is so good, it looks so pure and you can physically see the effort and caring that went into each and every one. Each one looks like a mini artwork, mad respect to this man

@xDomglmao

2 жыл бұрын

coffee table!

@AKFF320

2 жыл бұрын

Looks like shit!

@emma_de_dilemma

2 жыл бұрын

@@AKFF320 Why do you feel the need to say something like this? I mean, sure, everyone's entitled to their own opinions, but keep it to yourself if you're going to be shitty. His work is beautiful and it takes some genuine artistry to do what he does. Show some respect.

@doonoreo2759

2 жыл бұрын

That's wht I was thinking having his tiles on a house I would pay so much for them idc

@D3VIOUS24

2 жыл бұрын

@@AKFF320 get help

This man needs a website to keep his craft alive, these are beautiful

@abasisc5391

2 жыл бұрын

he should share it on skillshare

@dazem8

2 жыл бұрын

sad thing is a lot of these old school artists and don't pursue an ecommerce route bc they either dont know how or don't see the value. they could reach people all over the world if they did.

@Brissieskater1

2 жыл бұрын

@@dazem8 I do agree with your comment, however this man is 'old school' and has probably never looked sideways at a computer - he belongs to an era when you went to work and despite the craft dying out, he has a place in his heart to keep going, regardless.

@bibiayube677

2 жыл бұрын

Agree totally this man is a dying breed, teal value is what you can produce

@bibiayube677

2 жыл бұрын

@@dazem8 true i know designers her in Toronto who would love to buy things like this

This man stands as a testament as to why happiness and self fulfillment should always be preferable to exuberant personal wealth.

@ashplattsii1fan92

Жыл бұрын

😂 sure

God bless him for keeping a tradition flourishing for another generation.

These tiles were in my grandmother’s house built in 1921. So beautiful and very durable lasting many decades. Thank you for still making them.

@amlinprinson5000

2 жыл бұрын

Wow

@The-Mandolorian

2 жыл бұрын

I dont think it was him that made that batch of tiles. Might have been his dad though!

@natashabegley1346

2 жыл бұрын

@@The-Mandolorian You think 😆

@The-Mandolorian

2 жыл бұрын

@@natashabegley1346 definitely, its the only logical explanation 😝

@blestemat4426

2 жыл бұрын

That's amazing!

I hope a lot of people see this, and they buy his products so he can stay in business.

@idrisnova9617

2 жыл бұрын

I would buy from him but I don't live in egypt

@craigthebrute8339

2 жыл бұрын

If you don’t sell online you don’t exist

@idrisnova9617

2 жыл бұрын

@@craigthebrute8339 very true, we now live in a digital world

@idrisnova9617

2 жыл бұрын

@@craigthebrute8339 wer becoming cyborgs it's scary

@BeReady726

2 жыл бұрын

@@craigthebrute8339 not always true

This man is under paid,he's a craftsman,and that should be appreciated for his art,and it definitely is art,he should also be respected for his work ethic.

I honestly think that if he was big on social media he could meet a bigger audience, there is so many people in this world that love this kind of work/art, people even like framed tile art there is endless possibilities he could take his work if he had the know how.

This person is an eager teacher with a lot of patience. That's something to respect.

@cirrusphere

2 жыл бұрын

🤯🤙

@benjaminmaeseele6859

2 жыл бұрын

Patient is the key to a success of creativity.

@TheSpendog

2 жыл бұрын

@@benjaminmaeseele6859 patience and understanding

@Hellfire.Jahannam.

2 жыл бұрын

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

@st4r444

2 жыл бұрын

He stole dat shit from our black egyptiam ancestors. We wuz kangz

“I Adore colors.” “People used to say I could taste colors, and it’s true.” These are the statements of an artist.

@wolffang489

2 жыл бұрын

Or someone with an impressive digestive tract.

@Pratyush2124

2 жыл бұрын

@@wolffang489 bruh 😂😂😂😂

@alwayswatching5545

2 жыл бұрын

Synaesthesia be like

@smurfinguyt1789

2 жыл бұрын

I love colors, so I ate pastels

@5soda

2 жыл бұрын

@@smurfinguyt1789 hmmm they are good ngl

Felt good. Ancient art should be preserved n passed to next generation

Respect to all the traditional artisans out there

When the man said 'when you do it, you feel like an artist' not knowing he's literally an 'history artist', I was in awe

@lavender188

2 жыл бұрын

Right?! Incredibly humble.

@explorerextraordinaire5472

2 жыл бұрын

he melted my heart with that beautiful Soul

@moriscoley5328

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you, this man's art comes from his heart and every piece shows it, a true craftsman of tile.

@Hunart

2 жыл бұрын

I'm ur 1k liker

@ronaldo_slayer21

2 жыл бұрын

People think that art is something we put on a wall but art can be for stepping on and still be beautiful in it's own right.

"You feel like you're an artist" Sir, you ARE an artist.

@gailbrezinka9766

Жыл бұрын

Absolutely,a true Artist

@wilfredv1930

Жыл бұрын

exactly

Beautiful. The world needs craftsmen.

200 years ago these tools would have been freaking cool!! Ancient architecture specially of Egypt was way ahead of time.

I’m so happy he trains apprentices. Such artistry would be heartbreaking to lose.

@Zzzrrrretttgthvt

2 жыл бұрын

There is no shortage of it in China.

@sews5742

2 жыл бұрын

what he really needs to train is a computer AI with the help of engineers from the field, then his artform could be safely stored for a long time

@roblamb8327

2 жыл бұрын

He offers training but, if this vid is accurate and his is the last remaining business doing this, after all these years why has he only 2 employees? Lack of demand for the product (after all, it's not mass-produced plastic or 3D-printed)? Too expensive? Underpaid staff? Or.… why?

@tessl8984

2 жыл бұрын

@@roblamb8327 while he's taking 20 min per tile,while admirable,a machine somewhere is making 100's of them with the same design and thousands of time cheaper so yeh ,at this point the only reason you'd buy from him is prestige/cultural interest

@roblamb8327

2 жыл бұрын

@@tessl8984 true enough for new orders, in bulk. But that's unsuitable for patching-up old, existing layouts in historic buildings that may have slightly different patterns or tonal shades? Or prototyping new designs and palettes? Unless you retain the original skills you're on a hiding to nothing. And, as you say, people will pay for oneupmanship.

Me , an Egyptian who understands Arabic perfectly: *reads subtitles*

@Andy-vu8qd

2 жыл бұрын

Same iam so used to subtitles it just feels weird to understand him without subtitle

@Youssef-qo5bm

2 жыл бұрын

@@Andy-vu8qd same it really does

@Flame-zn7jp

2 жыл бұрын

Was in the exact situation, kinda felt like the subtitles didn't do what he was saying justice tho so I just looked away.

@fantastic6295

2 жыл бұрын

Lol

@bigcheese6159

2 жыл бұрын

Haha

These are the people we need to strive to people. Enjoying something so simple and not letting it die. Showing care for the small things.

I am always happy when good craftsmanship is shown and preserved. Here we will learn from all cultures from each other in the future. You only notice how expensive handicrafts are, which are often dismissed as cheap labour and people who get dirty, as in Germany, when you need a craftsman and there is no one left.

GIVE THIS MAN A WEBSITE!!! WE ALL NEED TO ORDER!!! WE NEED TO SPREAD THIS ALL OVER THE WORLD!!!

@teodor4ik183

2 жыл бұрын

No, cuz he will raise it to faktory quantity and lost its soul

@rememberpalestine-uyghurs-2918

2 жыл бұрын

@@teodor4ik183 Im happy that at least someone understands this

@edwardbrown3721

2 жыл бұрын

There are small shops like his all over the world already, you have too look for them

@JOlivier2011

2 жыл бұрын

Shipping tile is $$$$

@dianayz4644

2 жыл бұрын

He needs more costumers, but also, more aprrentice

I don't get how he feels like an artist. He IS an artist. His work is fantastically beautiful and skillful. Absolutely amazing to see the process.

@shadowsketch926

Жыл бұрын

might be a translation error, to me it seems "feels like an artist" is indicative of being one in his mind

@Your.wet..panties

Жыл бұрын

No the translation is correct

@TheTetrapod

Жыл бұрын

I imagine he considers himself a craftsman. The distinction is arguable.

@NEWz206

Жыл бұрын

I am from Egypt,we have a ridiculous amount of discrimination going on inside the society.The term Artist is only reserved for university educated middle and upper class anybody else is just an Artisan who has no right to claim any relation to Art.That's why he said:"I feel like an artist",in order to avoid any ridicule.

@humayoonrashdi249

Жыл бұрын

Eastern culture has humility. You have to say you are not an artist.

It takes a lot of time to make it piece by piece by hand, and it takes a lot of time to cover a whole house. I really admire this brother.

Will last forever thanks to his generosity and videos like these

Keeping History alive deserves Respect! 👏

@wikiarpyted1224

2 жыл бұрын

First comment

@lyricshelper2042

2 жыл бұрын

@@wikiarpyted1224 I think, you mean reply

@wikiarpyted1224

2 жыл бұрын

@@lyricshelper2042 ye

@niggy.

2 жыл бұрын

STFU

@jedirobfilms3265

2 жыл бұрын

Nice to see you here, HS! Been watching your vids since 2018 on my other account. You’re the one who inspired me to start collecting as well!

Wish I had a way to order tiles from him specifically. I don't have "fly to eygpt" money but I enjoy purposely buying from small businesses. They usually dont get the recognition for their products and most the time they are better. Those tiles are beautiful.

@heywaitMarlee

2 жыл бұрын

Right?! His work is beautiful. That orange, white and grey tile was lovely.

@warbot2544

2 жыл бұрын

Yes Some mnc's will pick up their methods and start making millions But these guys struggle to meet daily needs Life is a test

@goshnodo

2 жыл бұрын

It's concrete mix and dye, make some yourself...keep it alive if you will.

@orkhepaj

2 жыл бұрын

:O nope

@amshyllsekhmet6631

2 жыл бұрын

@@goshnodo that would defeat the point. How would he get my "support" for his business if I make my own. It wouldn't be the same, but this would be something nice to do on a small scale with the husband and kids.

I have so much respect for him - I hope his craft continues on for a long time.

These tiles are very sought-after in Europe. Happy to hear about small businesses that keep the tradition alive.

A true craftsman dedicated to his artistic craft. It is good to see the young man who hopefully will continue this special creation of these unique tiles.

@frankd9408

2 жыл бұрын

This young man been working with cement for 35 years now. he's definitely needs a chest x-ray! Big time!!

@jerk5739

2 жыл бұрын

@@frankd9408 sorry about my cluelessness, but what do you mean?

@eliza317

2 жыл бұрын

I’m guessing he means he has respiratory issues from working with cement

@rickiesmith413

2 жыл бұрын

Great craftsman but he’s not a young man anymore.

@crypticcorvid

2 жыл бұрын

@@jerk5739 I was assuming that they meant that the tile maker guy had a big heart from keeping the tradition alive.

I love this series. It's really nice that Business Insider is covering stories like this. These dying traditions and crafts need more recognition.

@mex5355

2 жыл бұрын

Yes

@davidwestin6345

2 жыл бұрын

They're dying for a reason

@afifhamdani2968

2 жыл бұрын

@@davidwestin6345 they're dying because of the industrialized and machinery products, which lower the value of these kind of craft.

@thefool1086

2 жыл бұрын

@@afifhamdani2968 It doesn't lower the value of those crafts, it just make it cheaper

@reacher8042

2 жыл бұрын

@@thefool1086 thus lowering their value.

Simply beautiful. Such business should be supported and highly valued.

Truly a lost art. Thanks for the podcast.God bless him for carrying on the tradition and teaching others. Philadelphia USA

I love that he is doing free internships for others wanting to learn this craft.

@lucyshah9450

2 жыл бұрын

How to reach out for these internships?

@Kruton3

2 жыл бұрын

I wouldn’t say this is a craft, looks like sub par work.

@elkapitan75

2 жыл бұрын

It's a smart move on his part. More people producing these ceramics means making it more visible in the market and increasing demand.

@charliebrown3404

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, I see that teaching this craft is his legacy to the tile business & to Cairo, as a national treasure...just as they do in other countries.

@tomassoejakto1833

2 жыл бұрын

And have been doing so for FORTY YEARS. Thats amazing

I love when a person takes major pride in their business. We need to support small businesses more.

@sunilzala3909

2 жыл бұрын

BLM protests did help a lot for small businesses in amreeka I hope.

@nixtunes1

2 жыл бұрын

@@sunilzala3909 hey guys, I found the Russian operative

These are really beautiful tiles! Unlike marble, cement is readily available. Unlike ceramic, which has to be fired, this seems to have less steps, and is more sturdy. People can have beautiful homes where their floors can stand the test of time. I never even knew this was possible!

Awesome! Glad that he is teaching the younger generation to keep the tradition going!

He should give lessons to tourists and charge. Create a website.

@misst.e.a.187

2 жыл бұрын

He probably doesn't have the time.

@Spiderhog2099

2 жыл бұрын

@@misst.e.a.187 Neither does he have the equipment, I don't think he has a PC.

@thejourney3345

2 жыл бұрын

Lmao he doesn’t hold those white man intentions

@connorp3618

2 жыл бұрын

@@thejourney3345 dude, where does the racisim come from

@magicyoume1180

2 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Idea

His art is so satisfying... If he opens a KZread channel he might get a million subs

@stefania5882

2 жыл бұрын

For real. ASMR!

@Gerbera726

2 жыл бұрын

@@stefania5882 an ASMR channel would be really good. I love handiwork channels.

@antoniobrown2695

2 жыл бұрын

@fairy wishes who cares

@MomDoer-qc7iw

2 жыл бұрын

@fairy wishes euro better stay mad

@mfkngod2535

2 жыл бұрын

@fairy wishes well it'll be for ASMR and that man's passion...so, Let's not bring countries among this which it was originated from.

He is very talented and very hardworking as I think And keeping this 200yr old tradition is actually admirable 😀 live long

How wonderful! Absolutely stunning. Initially when I saw the dots of Blue, green and white I thought he was making bouncy balls. Tiles are so much better! With todays style he must be very busy.

He needs a website so he can sell them to us ! I’d buy a few meaning a dozen or so not kg . So beautiful! So pleased he’s keeping this art alive !

@reallunacy

2 жыл бұрын

Listen to how many he makes in a day. There's no point putting them online as he couldn't fulfill the demand.

@monkeymonk666

2 жыл бұрын

@@reallunacy He could probably manage it by slow, careful, expansion. He would need someone who knows online marketing and supply/logistics, but it's certainly possible. More demand means he could sell more product, charge more per unit, or both. Making more money he could offer higher wages, attract more employees. Raise production rates. Rinse, repeat. Tile empire. lol

@tristanlau1213

2 жыл бұрын

@@reallunacy One good thing about e-commerce is that the owner can stop taking orders with one click.

@reallunacy

2 жыл бұрын

@@tristanlau1213 he's already selling out though. How much should he spend on a website to keep his sales the same? Should he then raise the prices so he doesn't lose money because he made the website? Will his current clients suffer because he had to raise prices to sell to people online?

@Robin-ty2wz

2 жыл бұрын

@@monkeymonk666 I want you to read what you said back to yourself. Maybe watch the video again.

I hope their government will support Saied by including his shop as a tourist attraction or by helping him organize more formal classes (aside from the free apprenticeships) to keep the craft alive.

@knowledgeislight9713

2 жыл бұрын

He doesn't need government help. Let's help him by designing our bathrooms with custome made tiles from saied and he will be all right. I don't understand why people always tend to look to governments for such simple things as taking care of your own livelihood. If they feed you they can and probably will starve you one day.

@debbiefox6846

2 жыл бұрын

With trade embargoes we all wouldn't be able to purchase his lovely tiles. But, if a cruise line took people there on the regular he would get more of the business he justly deserves.

@Heisenberg-gp1kt

2 жыл бұрын

Youch guys I can tell you right now the government of Egypt won’t do that at all

@kriselleamlagphotography9628

2 жыл бұрын

@@knowledgeislight9713 Well I do hope you get to go there and buy from him soon, that would be awesome 😎 For some of us who can't go there, might as well just hope all the help he can get. Here in the Philippines, if a business get's endorsed by a city's local tourism department, the business have more exposure to local and foreign tourists which results to more sales. Some small businesses specially start ups with high quality products can't afford advertising and any help from the community either by word of mouth or endorsements are greatly appreciated. ✨

@sonascorner8345

2 жыл бұрын

@@knowledgeislight9713 yes very true

Absolute respect for that man for keeping his traditions alive 🙏 🙌

Absolute gorgeous pieces. Growing up in Miami. I've been able to see beautiful tile work in the older historic house in Miami. This master craftsman has gained my respect in just this short video and his craftsmanship should definitelybe preserved by future generations

This is brilliant, too many cultures are dying and his initiative to train more people will keep the technique alive

@PanoStressed

2 жыл бұрын

the technique died because is harmful and can be done more efficiently now days...

@njsgjb3101

2 жыл бұрын

You can never achieve that

@kader_8738

2 жыл бұрын

It's true. My culture is known for building wooden ship and now it's forgotten because of high cost and no demand. Right now there's only one known ship builder left

@Ajay-mj8nb

Жыл бұрын

@@kwhodostuff5504 stupid, he is telling fact...

@thisismyname9510

Жыл бұрын

@@kwhodostuff5504 I agree

Affluent art preservationists should sponsor this man, so he doesn’t have to “stick to cheaper designs” anymore ✊

@bobzealand5692

2 жыл бұрын

He is the only person as far as we know that really understands what goes into it he knows the recipe and none else as far as I understand he’s so good they might kidnap him hope he is safe!

@bashkillszombies

2 жыл бұрын

There is no such thing. Rich artsy types are merely looking for a way to sink their taxable income. It's all a scam. I put myself through law school by LARPing as an artist. I was selling things I made in 5 minutes flat for a grand a pop up to six or seven - which is still just 'wall hanger' prices. 'Artists' are just approved tax dodging methods, or approved ways of 'donating' to political ideologies off the books.

@evm6177

2 жыл бұрын

🍷 Agreed.. True artists like him deserves to showcase better more artistic works. Why he focus on too many regular designs you see in every coffee shop or dingy roadside restaurant? But also respect he is ready to share his art form with younger generation.👍👍

@anastasiarose2192

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with the other replies to your comment, but it isn't about the money and clearly Saeid doesn't value the monetary aspect as much as you may think. Yes, he needs to make enough to survive, but his value clearly lies in the art of the craft and ensuring it stays alive which is why he offers apprenticeships for free - something he could probably make a lot of money from pretty easily

@noahnoah2747

2 жыл бұрын

@@bashkillszombies wow. I'm super impressed

So much is being lost to technology and expedience. There is something that only a craftsman like Saied can produce. I really hope more people continue to embrace these beautiful artisanal products and keep these traditions alive.

I hope this man will be recognized of the world. The craftsmanship, the age, and the wisdom he has in this endeavor is quite excellent not to mention is rareness due to his presence who only practices this art in the contemporary. We salute you sir! You are no different from the greates artists the world has seen e.g., Michaelangelo and Da Vinci❤🧡💛💚💙💜🤎🖤🤍💯

Those tiles looks tasty and this guy deserves an award for being a genuine artist

@gamesgames2389

2 жыл бұрын

I wanna have those tiles their colors look soooo pretyy

@1javixD

2 жыл бұрын

He’s an artisan!

@deafmusician2

2 жыл бұрын

Tasty???

@adamgor0035

2 жыл бұрын

@@deafmusician2 they look like delicious candy

@nhatnghiduong6196

2 жыл бұрын

I thought it was toothpaste 😂

These small "imperfection" points make these handcrafted tiles even more beautiful and unique.

@imeatingboiledeggrightnow7644

2 жыл бұрын

yup

@Trasseurxd

2 жыл бұрын

No. I am an engineer and as I can say industrial production is just better. It's cheaper and better quality. And there is also much handwork and passion included.

@yigitozen

2 жыл бұрын

I am afraid I disagree. Due all respect to his work, he is far from any levels of handicraft. he is slapdash

@biouhjguvgu4826

2 жыл бұрын

@@Trasseurxd bs, have you seen the width of them?

@PanoStressed

2 жыл бұрын

@@Trasseurxd probably the only sane comment in this section. I would also like to make you notice how INCREDIBLY HAZARDOUS this hand made process, with fine cement, is to the human respiratory system.

Thank you for your sacrifice. One day I hope to purchase from you. Pure art.

God bless this man and his beautiful, historic craft

As an Egyptian, I am proud of people like this man who keep our ancient traditions alive. Tile making goes back to Pharaonic times, not just to the 18th century. And he has such talent - the tiles are so beautiful!

@gerarddip

2 жыл бұрын

I think it’s kinda weird that they didn’t mention that if it’s true.

@kennarajora6532

2 жыл бұрын

@@gerarddip tiling dates back to the ancient Egyptians, cement tiling dates to the 1800s.

@rushyscoper1651

2 жыл бұрын

@@kennarajora6532 yea cement is new thing but tiling is older just adepted to cement

@earthynomad7160

2 жыл бұрын

I pray for the Egyptians liberty against army corrupted regime

@enriquepena3538

2 жыл бұрын

Umm I think it was the Greeks

This should be more valuable than supreme bricks.

@fallingsuncreations9270

2 жыл бұрын

It actually is supposed to be but dumbasses buy something cuz it has a brand to it.

@grumpythelittlemermaid9680

2 жыл бұрын

@@fallingsuncreations9270 Yea true

@boorave

2 жыл бұрын

Yes

@RENO_K

2 жыл бұрын

Market it to the 1% as rare and ultra exclusive, with high long waiting lists And the high income will buy them. But middle income people will do anything to buy them. Send the middle income people 30% of the quality with 30% of the price But another at 40% quality At 50% the price.

@johnmcafee2751

2 жыл бұрын

supreme ... bricks ?

This is amazing my heart is with you. I hope you get the recognition you deserve!

So much respect for this man! He deserves a lot more recognition

He's a lone artist with admirers from all over the world now. He's amazing to watch and I'd buy his tiles any day OVER Lowe's 🙄 proudly. They're gorgeous 😍

@debbiefox6846

2 жыл бұрын

I would too. They are beautiful!

@kris-ok8fl

2 жыл бұрын

@@debbiefox6846 I would buy you, you are beatiful

@guardianoftheduat

2 жыл бұрын

@@kris-ok8fl that's not creepy

@bushramateen1799

2 жыл бұрын

@@kris-ok8fl Holy shit, first of all that's creepy as heck. Second of all you haven't seen him or her 🤣

@LeviSpauld07

2 жыл бұрын

@@kris-ok8fl that’s a bit sussy wussy

Would be so cool to have his tile fancy pants imagine “yea I had this tile imported from the only Egyptian man in the world that hand makes freehanded cement tile”

@janafawzy2003

2 жыл бұрын

ngl I wish I could just buy one tile. Idk where I'll put it but I want a tile :)

@agachess

2 жыл бұрын

That's a very good point actually

@thechinmaypatil8861

2 жыл бұрын

In india it still available and made in various parts of the country.

@cycoholic

2 жыл бұрын

Doesn't have to be used on a wall or floor. Maybe it could be used as a protection for your kitchen counter from hot pots, either inserted or freely sitting on the counter. You could even build a wooden tray to hold several together.

@aoiahiru670

2 жыл бұрын

@@cycoholic the word you're looking for is "trivet"

I love the smooth, soft look of his cement tiles. They are GORGEOUS and he is a fantastic artist! I hope he helps keep the tradition alive. If I traveled I would go learn from him and buy his tiles.

Oh, my gosh, Mr. Sayids work is SO beautiful! Thank you so much for sharing this! Im going to share this video with my family! What an inspirational story about craftsmanship, family, tradition...about heart! This guys got heart, man. Truly appreciated. Much respect. God bless! 💖🙏🏼🤗

You know a true artist when he or she doesnt care about what others think about their art. I admire this man

@constancaazeredo5845

2 жыл бұрын

So a person with low self esteem/confidence wont be an artist unless he changes his personality

@Maria-qs2bn

2 жыл бұрын

@@constancaazeredo5845 dude chill out this is just reaction about him, im not implying anything...and no i dont think about that...and Im sorry if you were triggered about my comment. This is completely my reaction to the man’s work, im not implying anything and if you see that way then sorry

@Maria-qs2bn

2 жыл бұрын

@DeSPoTNemanjaS it was just my view on him and on his art...im not trying to implying anything...

@tiara9624

2 жыл бұрын

but constructive criticism helps you improve though

@Celestial_Wing

2 жыл бұрын

Wrong, a true artist makes something beautiful and inspirational.

If only he had a website, I’d definitely buy these tiles to modify my bathroom floor! These are absolutely beautiful!!

@ronaldo_slayer21

2 жыл бұрын

I just wish someone in the world could help him, if I could I would pay this man extra for this art

@worldcitizeng6507

2 жыл бұрын

There will be import fees and documentation at the customs

@ronaldo_slayer21

2 жыл бұрын

@@worldcitizeng6507 bet

@TaufanLaksana

2 жыл бұрын

@@bibliotheek357 i think it feels like you're stepping on smooth surface concrete, maybe 🤷‍♂️

@lookdawg187

2 жыл бұрын

@@bibliotheek357 it's a cement tile, so yes. Imagine if cement tiles didn't handle moisture well, first rain storm and Egyptians would've had a big problem haha

He is indeed an artist. Soft-soken and humble about it too. Keeping up with the tradition. Very good.

This is beautiful, both in the soft way he speaks Arabic, and the attention to detail he has with his art. You can feel the love for his trade and culture. By offering free apprenticeship, you can tell his goal is for this knowledge to outlive him. What a wonderful human being.

Beautiful. This type of tiles is also popular in Spain, it is called "losa hidráulica", and now I understand why!!!! The best part of these tiles is that you can polish them each time they loose their shine, as the pattern goes through the tile, it is not just printed on the surface.

@parutheehandloom823

2 жыл бұрын

The same handmade tile making happens in India too,known as the Athangudi tiles in the state of Tamilnadu

@g.p.3844

2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU! Based on this comment I searched and found beautiful tiles for our home. THANK YOU

@evasanchez2094

2 жыл бұрын

@@g.p.3844 That's great, thank you for sharing that with me! :-)

@silviac221

2 жыл бұрын

We have the same kind in Argentina, here they are called "mosaicos calcáreos". They were common until about 100 years ago, but now they are making them again because they are in fashion. I live in the old part of my city and, when people remodel their old houses, these original tiles are discarded because they are already damaged. I have started a collection with the ones I've found, and I even have one with the pattern you see on 2:39. I have tiles of this kind all around my house!

@parutheehandloom823

2 жыл бұрын

@@silviac221 That's beautiful

Just by looking at his hands you can tell hes the best at what he does.

@eduardogavazza3942

2 жыл бұрын

hes the only one left. ofc

@arsh_07

2 жыл бұрын

@The Great And Powerful Noob dayum boi, you must be the one who please every customer.

@email4664

2 жыл бұрын

@The Great And Powerful Noob Even your mom

@farihafairuz9539

2 жыл бұрын

Yay i gave the thousandth like 😁❤️

@my_garden.secrets

2 жыл бұрын

Definitely..❤💚

This warmed my heart today

Beautiful, He's truly an artist and has a God given gift.