Street Painting in Indiana
Painting a watercolor sketch on a street corner in Huntington, Indiana with James Gurney, including achieving an accurate pencil drawing, establishing big tones of the watercolor wash, and finishing with linework with a fountain pen.
Gurney is the author and illustrator of "Dinotopia" and "Color and Light."
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Pinterest: / gurneyjourney
GurneyJourney Blog: gurneyjourney.blogspot.com/
JamesGurney Website: jamesgurney.com/
Facebook group "Sketch Easel Builders":
VIDEO TUTORIALS (Download or Stream):
“Watercolor in the Wild” gurneyjourney.gumroad.com/l/W...
“Gouache in the Wild” gurneyjourney.gumroad.com/l/g...
“Casein in the Wild” gurneyjourney.gumroad.com/l/c...
DVDs (Signed, free shipping)
jamesgurney.com/collections/v...
BOOKS:
“Color and Light: A Guide for Realist Painters” (Signed): jamesgurney.com/products/colo...
“Imaginative Realism How to Paint What Doesn't Exist”: jamesgurney.com/products/imag...
"Dinotopia: A Land Apart from Time" (signed): jamesgurney.com/products/dino...
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I don’t paint, I have zero intention of taking up painting but I absolutely love watching these videos in the middle of the night when I can’t sleep. Sometimes you just have to sit back and admire talent.
@martintnguyen0916
5 жыл бұрын
Jason Bird HAHAHAH couldnt agree and relate more, i once tried to learn how to draw but it didnt go well so now i just watch other people master the art
@cristina3985
5 жыл бұрын
You didn’t need to expose me like that
@WuweiTranslations
5 жыл бұрын
What he said! Thanks for your wonderful channel/artwork. Cheers from Berlin!
@slaznum1
5 жыл бұрын
This is a recurring theme in KZread comments, people having trouble sleeping. A hazard of modern life.
@jasonbird3489
5 жыл бұрын
slaznum1 I guess people have always had trouble sleeping. We just have so much more to do now. I couldn’t imagine having trouble sleeping two hundred years ago. Eating porridge in the dark by candle light! 😂
your painting looks better than the actual street
@roseeze166
4 жыл бұрын
Yeah! I think that's one of the things I love about his paintings
@Macam2macam
4 жыл бұрын
yes, i have to say this too.
@DeVon675
4 жыл бұрын
I know. If it was me I'll never pick up such a "boring" looking street and he automatically makes it look 100 times more interesting
@lucilliastreusvogel
4 жыл бұрын
That's why I love paintings.
@someguy4194
4 жыл бұрын
That's the magic of art
This man is my new bob ross. I freaking love these videos.
@glowup1104
5 жыл бұрын
Pls don't compare a legend to a professional 😔😔😔
@waskozoids
5 жыл бұрын
Bob Ross didn't painted pollutive America.Peak demand, when more pollutive power stations are activated, could be cut by 4 per cent
@aarontimm
5 жыл бұрын
@@glowup1104 shut the fuck UP
@vitorklock2118
5 жыл бұрын
@@glowup1104 He is only a legend because he is dead.
@glowup1104
5 жыл бұрын
@@vitorklock2118 So if you die you can be a legend too? I don't think so...
not only was the video great, but the ending machine with the credits was out of this world
@JamesGurney
8 жыл бұрын
+bakr haltam Thanks! That's homemade out of wood, brass, epoxy and sculpting compound. The buttons operate by crank-driven cam action.
@lemonmunch5082
4 жыл бұрын
@@JamesGurney what is one of them called?
I love these videos so much. I want to plein air with James Gurney!
@user-zz7gd2tf1f
7 жыл бұрын
Wow, even you are here.
@fredgowers2902
6 жыл бұрын
Sinix Design o
@JojobaNutOil
6 жыл бұрын
i want to plein air with both of you guys. >//< (or just like creepily watch yall shh)
@not_myosotis813
5 жыл бұрын
get off your butt and get plein airing smh sinix
@LoveBystroem
3 жыл бұрын
Saaame, I made a rig like his to do it on my own. I fell in love with his setup even though I know the equipment wont make me better, but it might make it a little extra fun. It did
I like how your brush strokes look uncertain in the beginning. But, when the work is done, it's masterly to behold. I really admire your work.
i'm a japanese, your painting makes me lovely. Your painting is amazing!!
@rythem2032
4 жыл бұрын
@stan sorensen lol
@ras4884
4 жыл бұрын
A wholesome stuff we got here. Sure, you are lovely
@kishascape
2 жыл бұрын
Nice. I love the oldschool traditional japanese waterpaintings.
lol 😂 “It’s always something.” How true! Every plein air painting has a story beyond the painting. That, makes the experience and expression endearing.
During my elementary days i really like to draw almost everything but i lost that skill during highschool until now im 32 yrs old and after I've watched this video i am so interested to draw and paint again. And can i learn so much from you sir thanks a lot.
@kishascape
2 жыл бұрын
So 3 years on, did you ever learn again?
“It’s always something” after the sirens lmao this dude is amazing
This is like Bobb Ross but on location. I love watching your vids :)
Who could dislike this? It is humble and amazing work!
@grinstylez
4 жыл бұрын
Mad Architect whenever I see videos like these “disliked” it only reminds me; That the world truly has haters. You’re correct it is humbling and a amazing. I just don’t understand people that can’t see that for what it is. 🤷🏽♂️ I’m pretty sure the hate comes from within tho. They don’t know any better. ✌🏽 Grin Stylez Bronx, New York - 10459 Fort Apache District
Watching you paint is such a treat.
@ColoredMud
7 жыл бұрын
Kyle T Webster Indeed it is
I am now positive that you are the Bob Ross of watercolor. You hit all the criteria- 1. You’ve got a satisfying voice 2. You videos aren’t abrasive 3. Talent, you’ve got lots of that. 4. Nice antidotes that keep you entertained. 5. Probably the most important, your authentic. Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful art.
That's my hometown! What a coincidence. What brought you there?
@bananacreamoli6667
5 жыл бұрын
Amy Guerra what town
@amylynn0626
5 жыл бұрын
I Finesse Huntington
@soronorjspro3516
4 жыл бұрын
9:06 I think you can read where. But what do I know?
Oh man i really like painting but i suck.. your paintings are amazing!
@rileyspence4627
5 жыл бұрын
Keep doing it. You'll improve big time!
@soronorjspro3516
4 жыл бұрын
Just follow his steps in the video, Pretty carefully.
@yamichan9249
3 жыл бұрын
He's been painting for decades, of course he's good. Everyone sucks in the beginning, just keep practicing :>.
@blessOTMA
2 жыл бұрын
@@yamichan9249 Truth!
It’s so therapeutic to watch this guy paint.
Just my kind of thing. Full of atmosphere and detail but when you examine the detail it's not there it's in your head. Brilliant
Beautiful work, I also love the dry brush technique on the wall (:
Your paintings made me more relaxed and calm to watch you paint.
this is really good! Since I want to start using watercolors your tips are very helpful ( plus I can learn english a bit c:)
@risingiguana5408
2 жыл бұрын
Hey lol its weird to see someone i watch here 4 years ago with 10 likes in their comment
@MarlineAnimates
2 жыл бұрын
@@risingiguana5408 I don’t even remember making this comment haha
Super cool relaxed and simple that is how you make it look. One of the most no nonsense video tutorials in the whole web
8:57 That transition blew my mind. In a small way, but I am truly shocked by the accuracy.
@wentelteefje76
4 жыл бұрын
I went over it frame by frame, and it IS amazing! ( , for back frame and . for forward frame).
very nice rendering, just enough detail and nice fade- a- way on the right. great subject, reminds me of my youth in the 1950's in waterbury , same buildings. old cigar store, woolworths, etc.
oh wow, that went from being super loose to a beautiful finished piece by the end so quickly!! The lines with the fountain pen really made a huge difference, especially next to the dark shadows on the brightly-lit building, it looks so three-dimensional while keeping that impressionist look to it. I enjoy watching what you choose to emphasize or leave out in a painting. I'm so excited to have found this channel, I could watch these all day
The idea captured in the first 60seconds is vital. Frame the idea and execute it. Always inspiring to watch you paint.
water colors give a very nice texture and shape , so nice and heart touching
I love the way you paint. I am learning from you. I don't paint in what you are doing but I can still learn.
Loved the fire truck plot twist.
You are really turning the mundane into something magical through your painting.
James ! Your art is Wonderfull and full of life. Thank you so much, merci beaucoup from France. Vivien
I love this guy. I dont even paint but his paintings are so serene.
James..your style is amaziing..I really enjoy watching you paint...its soothing to my soul...and satisfying to my eyes...thank you for posting
All of your videos are great, but this one was particularly interesting to me because you showed some of how you constructed the building. Your paintings always look far better than the real thing!
From Parkview in Johannesburg to Parkview in Indiana.... thanks for another great demo!
unbelievable !!! amazing watercolor technique!!!
Just beautiful.
You are the only artist on youtube that knows how to paint correctly and academically in watercolour. You're amazing !
Your schetch book are like a photo album. I bet they bring back some fun memories. I love how they are a snap shot in time. Thanks for sharing and narrating not just playing music.
Out standing art work James Gurney
Great little video James, really enjoyed watching it and thank you for taking the time and effort to share these with us - very much appreciated.
I'm a long time disciple of James' work and website. I'm laying in the hosp. watching these.
@JamesGurney
7 жыл бұрын
Best wishes for a speedy recovery so you can get back out there and paint.
Loving art!!!
Wonderful. Magical!
Magnificent!
Thank you for sharing. Fun to watch and learn!
i love how you capture each site.. and the colors..
Hi, James, I love your works. Thanks for sharing. Your works are inspiring. God bless you.
your a life saver thank you so much for your work
James, your work is always excellent!
I do admire your work. Thank you for sharing with the world the amazing world of watercolors.
I have been in love with Pentalic Sketchbooks for so long.
That's really fantastic. Thank you very much for allowing watching you paint. A real artist makes the difficult job looking so easy.
Always fabulous videos and paintings! Thank you!
Wow! The detailing is excellent!
Stumbled upon your videos today and I'm so glad I did! Absolutely love your techniques and teaching!
Thanks James! Great to watch!!
My favorite part of the paintings is the shadows and reflected light. Thank you for posting!
you are amazing. love your work. thanks for sharing with us.
James I have watched you paint for almost 7 years now and you are an inspiration. I was an advertising storyboard artist using mostly coloured markers but your loose style and treatment of shadows and hues and tones is a real help. Detailing later is a key lesson for me and a lot of fun.
beautiful. I love it
You always seem to see more in a subject than most people would, that’s the true artists eye. You’re a great watercolorist!
Thank you for sharing your paintings. I really love the way you paint, and the content you choose to speak about while painting. No fluff and its easy to learn.
Fantastic!
Your work is relly amazing, I love your drawings and paintings
Thank you for this video! I learned so much, and I'm beyond excited to watch these videos from one of my childhood favorite artists!
So well documented and informative! Thank you for sharing.
Your videos are so inspiring for those of us that enjoy painting! The dry brush and the inclusion of the brown ink are great techniques!
Awesome result.
it's so beautiful painting.
Amazing work Mr. GURNEY
I love the drawing light and contrast- thank you for sharing, you do such beautiful work! I was so excited to find this video this morning, just when I thought I had watched them all!
PERFECT! Using the mixed media techniques for this type of field sketching is refreshing. The key to this all is your drawing. Proportions,scale and what to leave in and what to take out.
Wow crazy good!
Really enjoy it. God bless you sir.
Beautiful work!
Amazing talent
How lovely!!! Thanks for sharing - Great talent!
thank you for demystifying some Gurney magic!
Thanks, James, for such great information and sharing what you know unselfishly. Very inspiring!
I've been watching your chann, You've taught me so much,thank you for sharing this with me and I do appreciate it..
Well done! Love the mixture of those techniques!
wow this looks awesome
I don’t know who could possibly give a thumbs down.. I bet u people are the ones who do not even know what art is.. this is brilliant work..
Loved it!
Loved this James! You are an amazing fountain of inspiration!
Beautiful work my man your books changed my life I appreciate your works alot especially for a young artist trying to make a name for himself.
you make this look so easy!!!! enjoying your work and learning as I go
That was brilliant.
Man, that is staggeringly beautiful work.
Beautiful. Thanks for sharing.
So nice!
What an opportunity it would be to flip through your sketchbooks to admire and study your artwork. It would kind of be like walking through a museum.
Amazing work, really beautiful
Great picture. Thanks for sharing all the detail of how you approach this, especially how to do the initial sketch and work out the perspective lines. Very useful indeed - I feel inspired!
I love this art work. I have been trying to get into watercolors now. I am not a a fan of realism on watercolor because I feel it takes away the beauty of it. I like line and wash style, but I feel it can look like a cartoon. But this! This way you paint is awesome. I think I will apply it myself. Congratulations, you are extremely talented! Thank you for sharing.
I love your artwork. Thak you!
Beautiful
Beautiful work
It's simple, but awesome. Like it