I am Nicole, a Canadian artist Im developing my skills in illustration and realism. I enjoy sharing my work here with anyone who will watch. I’ve always learnt so much by watching others make their art so I hope others learn from me! Here you will find me exploring new mediums, discussing ideas i think about and in general art topics that are on my mind.
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You're so good at painting ☺- Rozay
Thank you so much!! 😁
Are they comparable to himi gouache? Your paintings turned out so good!!
I have never used himi, this was the first gouache set I’ve ever used. From comments on my other gouache videos it seems artist loft wanted to do a copy cat of how himi looked but I can’t say the quality is better or worse. From my understanding himi is also geared towards being affordable for students which means it’s likely less pigmented and has more binders. My guess is that they are comparable. And thank you!
I've been wanting to make myself a palette for a long time and found this to be a very helpful video, @JNDS.Creates. One thing you may have learned already is that you can get depth attachments for your rolling pin. Most of the ones I've seen are a silicone band that you just put on the end of the rolling pin to lift it up at a uniform height from the surface you're rolling. They're available in the kitchen department at many stores or online. They're used for rolling out cookies or pie crusts at a uniform thickness and would work equally well for polymer clay. I'm off to check out your other videos now!
Hey thanks for the recommendation! I’ll have to go look for them they sound super useful and I’m glad the video was helpful. I hope you enjoy my other stuff :)
Comparing yourself to others would definitely hurt your self-esteem if not done in proper way but I think a lot of artists struggle with that especially because of social media nowadays. I think the best art advice I ever heard was "Just do it." So just make the comic book, just go to the artist alley, just give it a try and once you have then you can learn from the experience and would naturally find things you would want to improve without even having to compare to others. Also, I really love how you painted the sky and the clouds, when you went in again with the blues everything just popped! Not sure if "counting successes" ever crossed my mind to be honest. I'm really just here to have a fun time with my art. 😅 As you mentioned, I think if you completed work for clients or have finished big projects, those things can certainly be used as reminders that you're capable and could help rid the self-doubt. Your painting turned out really good! I like all the details in the rocks and the steps too. - Rozay
comparison is the thief of joy! but ya i see so many people online comparing themselves to others and I'm guilty of it too it really is hard when you think you should be somewhere your not. after i made this video i went to make my website, i can confirm that "just do it" is the best thing to do. the process has been a stressful but rewarding ride but not near as "terrifying" as i had hyped it up to be. and thanks so much for the complements, i really like how this one turned out! it really did pop! thanks again - Nicole
@@JNDS.Creates Very happy that you made the leap to make the website! Great job on not letting self-doubt hold you down. 😄- Rozay
What a sweet little painting. Next video you do a speed paint I would love a voice over to hear about your thought process about what your doing.
Thanks so much! I do have some videos where I do that.
@@JNDS.Creates will look forward to it
Can we use uv resin as glaze?
I personally haven’t done that but I see lots of other people glazing their polymer clay creations with UV resin
here is a part 2 update where i talk about the qualities of gouache. kzread.info/dash/bejne/m6Ke27OqhsXZotI.html
I hope this video complements the pt.1 I posted a little while back. Here is the link for anyone interested. kzread.info/dash/bejne/dWqDyqqNppTFn8o.html
Beautiful! Do you bake it in the oven like the kitchen oven?
Yup! A lot of people will use a toaster oven too.
I purchased a set of these and i'm looking forward to trying them. I have recently started to learn with water colouring. Though in school I did like acrylics.
Have fun playing with them! I learnt in watercolour and I find gouache perfect to use watercolour techniques with but it really has that diversity to it where the thicker you go the more it acts like oil or acrylic. It’s Just really enjoyable.
Instead of making it look just the the himi set, they had a chance to do it better (the packaging), and they chose to give us nothing! 😂 thanks for the video. It was very informative ❤
I’m sure they wanted to cut into the himi hype with the copy. I’ll admit I got it cause of the resemblance (but also cause it’s a cheap introduction to the medium) I’m glad you enjoyed the video!
I LOVE gouache as in its own, but i also think watercolour and gouache are a match made in heaven. btw, for this piece are you using fabriano studio paper? i dont like that paper much for watercolour, but what do you think for gouache?
I’m not actually sure the name of this paper, it is fabriano and it’s student grade and is supposed to be something like 20% cotton (I got it bulk from Jackson’s and I can’t remember the details). I’ve used 100+ sheets of it for watercolour (and your right it has a lot of draw backs but I couldn’t say no to the price) for the gouache I don’t mind it, I feel like the gouache is very forgiving on this paper compared to watercolour. The texture of this paper leaves something to be desired in any medium lol.
@@JNDS.Creates yeah it's that one, and I also got the 75 sheets pack! I think I'll use for gouache but also for dry media such as oil/chalk pastels and pencils!
@cazumbandoartmaddy1728 that’s a good idea!
Love the video! Now, as someone who has a HIMI equivalent of this jelly gouache, I can say that unsealing the wrappers are terrible in any brand, it's not exclusive to artists loft. This brand, unfortunately, has a worse quality than HIMI, because HIMI, despite being student quality, was made as quick tool for chinese students for their entrance exam (?) paintings in art academies. I just finished watching the video (i posted the first paragraph as i was watching the video, haha) and I am glad that you like the paint, despite the limitations of the brand!
Oh my, so that’s a good heads up for anyone looking to get any brand of jelly gouache! Cause that that was torture opening them. And I love the background information of why Himi Came about! I’ve painted about 5 more paintings with this gouache and ya it’s for sure student grade, I’ve been letting my kids use it lots. I’ve found that it works well as dried gouache on a palette used more like watercolour AND paper makes a massive difference, I tried mixed media, pulp watercolour and cotton, of course the cotton made this paint way easier to use. I think my final thoughts are that this paint should be used by highschoolers whose parents don’t want to break the bank but still give them something that is usable. I may make a third video with closing thoughts of this brand. And Thanks so much for your comment!
In the beginning i warm my clay up with a hairdryer, after that its easy paesy to work it 😉
Oh this is a sweet tip!! I’ll have to try this next one I make. Thanks!
Goblins unite!!!
we will prevail!!!
I find the Artist Loft brand pretty questionable in general. Even looking at this video the quality seems again subpar versus the Himi set.
its for sure student grade. its a great cheap option for anyone with kids who blow through materials fast. ive made a few paintings so far with it, on good cotton paper and it does well enough. ill be upgrading with fewer colours and higher quality paint once this set is empty. Cancel Reply
I totally think most great projects start out as a total dumpster 🔥. 😜 I love watching other’s design process, it becomes mesmerizing. I find myself zoning out magnetically attached to the screen. Thanks so much I needed that break. 💜
Awe thanks so much! I’m glad I could help with that. :) best wishes!
Thank you!
Great video! Greetings from Uruguay
Thanks so much!
Running the PC through a CLAY ONLY manual pasta machine is an option but you may get black marks all over the clay, happened to me with 2 pasta machines. Rolling it out like you did is probably the best way. I really like your idea!
Thanks so much! I read your other comment too, let me know how the experiment goes.
I love that you made your own palette. So great to have everything organized exactly as you want it. I am hoping I can find that clay and give it a try. You have a new subscriber on that great tip . Thank you !
im glad ive inspired you! and yes its awesome to have a set up exactly how you want it to be. have fun and thanks for the subscribe!
i just found you and subscribed,i want to try the art whale gouache it had lids for them ,it is 59.00 on amazon if they go on sale i may try it,to me matte acrylics are so much a better value,thank you
thanks for the subscribe! i got these on sale at a Micheals (craft store in Canada) they seem to be like the Himi Jelly Gouache wich runs about 37$ cad on amazon. so far i like them for how they re wet. i used to use acrylic paint but never got into it because i wrecked my brushes due to neglect lol. if i didnt have such a problem washing brushes i would do oil or acrylic.
You're silly. Enjoyed your video.
this is probably my favorite comment so far, im often worried i have the personality of a stick on camera haha. thank you!
I love your take on everything! I’m so happy I stumbled upon your videos!!! ❤ ETA: I’m totally going to do that scribble/draw/paint game with kid, I think it will be so much fun for both of us!! Thanks again!!😊
I’m so glad you like my videos! And the scribble game is so fun with kiddos.
"I thought I had a plan....." This is what makes the Sculpey such an excellent choice for this.
if i had a dollar for every time ive uttered that sentence lol. it really is great to work with.
Congratulations! It is so functional. That is the best pallet I’ve ever seen. You inspire me. But again, I’d rather buy one from you.
you have made me really happy with your complements! i hope to sell soon one day and i hope to keep on inspiring
That is so impressive. I love your ingenuity. I’d like to buy one.
i would love to sell them one day! im so happy to know there is an interest
I love slow art. I am a slow, deliberate artist that takes time with every step of the process. I was brought up with the notion that if you're going to do something, you might as well do it right - it can sound harsh, but it has taught me to not be afraid to do what I REALLY want since I don't have that "oh well, good enough" mentality because of learning to be considerate of what I do. Nope, does not affect the creative process, I promise, you will still be creative af. I also like watching this with other artists... like one more complex painting broken down into 2 to 3 videos would be so awesome to watch from people but it's also not for me to tell others how to do things. I really enjoy how unique your art is!
im glad this resonates! the slow art and making things you can be proud of after really do go hand in hand.
Oooh! 💡 this might be a way to make a mixing side to DIY travel palettes(like Altoid tins). Did you slso bake the glaze?
the glaze does not require baking, its just paint it on and let it dry.
Wow! Thank you!
It never occurred to me to make my own palette with Scupley - - ceramic made ones can be so expensive. This is genius. Thank you. :)
🤯 had no idea this was possible !
With my original I just went with it because there was no way I was ever buying one I needed, I did it out of necessity and I’m so happy I just went for it! Also it’s a fun change from painting haha
Bery cool!
@@JNDS.Creates"Crop Rotation" as per Joni Mitchell ; )
Its really lovely, thank you!
Thanks!
what a great idea, sort of looks like porcelain. i didn't realize that sculpy glaze was water resistant!
Yes! And it holds up very well, the only downside to using this is that it stains, but a magic eraser cleans it off awesome.
@@JNDS.Creates really good to know - i dont mind staining either, i think it adds character!
@@JNDS.Createsi would recommend resealing it after using magic erasers if youre doing it a lot bc it acts like reaalllyyy fine sandpaper
@@cupkaity1098 absolutely! i erase them roughly every six months or so. if i notice any spots getting bad i will in fact reseal.
@@JNDS.Creates I have some (Sculpy sealer) and am going to do a glaze/no glaze experiment. PC after baked is plastic so by default waterproof but I want to test it out. Staining doesn’t bother me and the magic eraser idea is 👍🏻👍🏻.
Hi I’ve got a question that can I do this with airdry clay or not? Also your palette looks amazing🎉🎉
Thanks! As for your question, I’m not sure , I’ve never made out of air dry clay before. From my understanding air dry clay can absorb moisture, so if you did try you would have to glaze it with something waterproof.
very cool
Thanks!
I'm not entirely sure if the sculpey glaze is water proof, since it says it can be washed with water and soap on the packaging. I think what you did is fine, just I would have sealed it with thin coats of epoxy resin instead.
The glaze on my original has lasted 3 years, I use a Mr clean magic eraser to clean every so often and it’s held up well. The biggest issue is staining. After three years it did wear in some areas, a solid clean and multi coat reglaze would be enough to restore it. I currently don’t own epoxy resin but would love to work with it one day.
I’ve heard the sealer can deteriorate if exposed to water long term, I’m going to craft a glazed one and a non glazed to see what is better. Polymer clay is by nature waterproof as is (after baking) so it should be fine by itself.
The dog portrait is exquisite, capturing a truly lively and affectionate gaze that only dogs can express. 🥰
He was a dream to paint too! The reference photo was well taken and he was just such a happy boy.
Hello kind and wonderful person, thank you for sharing this beautiful video that I thoroughly enjoyed watching. You inspire with your ideas and talent. Thanks for the positive vibes. The watercolor cats are absolutely charming, and I couldn't resist these adorable creatures. Your art speaks volumes! 🎨😺
Thanks so much! I really appreciate it :) I hope I can continue to provide those good vibes :D
@@JNDS.Creates Your positive energy is contagious, and I'm sure you'll keep spreading those good vibes.
How big do you need for the palette?
I made it to match my preferences. I like large wells and lots of mixing space. I had to do a lot of trial and error on this specific one to make it fit not only my paints, but my desk.
@@JNDS.CreatesThank you
0:23 blob is the best and most natural.
That little one gave me an unreasonable amount of joy 😆
Nice showcase, hope you grow.
Thanks so much! It’s very appreciated :)
Acetone and rub on air bubble lumps removes them 👌 love this idea I made some before and coated with resin which looked awesome but paints stick to it so I have to clean the palette with acetone. I’m looking for a better ideas why I’m here 😁😍
These ones stain pretty quick, every so often I take the magic eraser to them and cleans them up ok. I’m pleased with how the paint interacts on its surface. And ya those dang bubbles, I can never see them before the bake process and they always show up, in the end some of them can be useful to keep paint segregated lol.
Finding a coating that dosent stain is the holy grail of palette making. I would live to make my own palettes, but staining really bothers me. Good luck!
❤ Hi there! I am a watercolour artist in Winnipeg. Your palette is amazing! I have looked everywhere for just the “right” palette and like you, I don’t want it too big or too heavy like the heavy ceramic studio palettes. This seems like a great solution! I LOVE your little dividers that still let you use the centre of the mixing area. Can I ask if the sculpy glaze is lasting well? Does the paint spread on it like ceramic or bubble up like on plastic palettes? Does it stain with staining colours? I had considered using a resin coat but it is just like plastic and the paints won’t spread out. Thank you for the video - it was very helpful.
Hello fellow prairie Canadian! I find the paint does sit where you put it fairly well, I can move it around and it will stay put to some degree. The glaze works well in three layers but be mindful of some hard drying paints can pull up the polymer itself (I found this happened with French ultramarine from Daniel smith - note that there was a defect in my polymer palette in that well where it lifted) my oldest palette is old and very stained, the main culprit for staining is my pthalo blue and my perylene green. I do have a couple other palette videos, one taking a look at my original palette as a sort of review, you can see better in that video how they age. I’m happy to help any way I can! Best wishes.
I saw this on your reddit ,, and I was looking for this all day in youtube ,,😩😩😩 found it ,, I am hella happy
Oh my goodness! Well, welcome after your long journey 😆
Love it!
Thank you!
Thank you for this time lapse. I’ve been trying to figure out how to paint a chocolate lab and this has given me a new idea to try out. Thank you!
Your welcome! I’m glad it helped, Just curious what was the idea it gave you?
@@JNDS.Creates understanding singing and lifting. Thank you for asking!!
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This is so great the art and the message thanks🎉
Your welcome, I hope it helps!
This is great i live your style i live your attitude as well . I was looking for ideas oof my own for a paint pallet and ive watched two of yours i loved the skull one. Im like you i needed my own space to make art and so i turned my garden shed into my art studio. Still trying to figure out heating though.
A garden shed art studio sounds like a nice quiet place! Lovely :)