In this video segment, Graeme Stevenson introduces viewers to Joseph Zbukvic, a master watercolor artist. They discuss Joseph's artistic journey and philosophy. Joseph demonstrates his watercolor painting process, creating a rainy Melbourne street scene with intricate details and vibrant colors. He emphasizes the importance of trust and confidence in watercolor painting. The segment also highlights Joseph's choice of materials, brushes, and techniques. The video showcases Joseph's mastery of the medium, providing valuable insights for aspiring artists.
1. The speaker is Graeme Stevenson, who invites viewers on a journey of creativity and learning through the series "Colour In Your Life."
2. The series celebrates the artistic talent in every family and encourages viewers to join the journey.
3. The speaker is at the Canson factory in Melbourne to celebrate the 120-year anniversary of Schmincke water colours.
4. The day's activities include a visit with the world’s leading water colour Artist, Joseph Zbukvic.
5. The team from "Colour In Your Life" went to the factory to see their range and learn how a master artist uses Archers water colour paper and Schmincke paints.
6. The speaker mentions a competition where viewers can win thousands of dollars of Schmincke paints.
7. The episode features a visit with Joseph Zbukvic, a talented master watercolour artist.
8. Zbukvic shares his personal studio and his collections from around the world.
9. He mentions that he has a philosophy of painting, stating that he just paints and everything else comes after.
10. Zbukvic shares his journey in art, from his early interest in cars to discovering watercolour and becoming an artist.
11. He talks about his simple philosophy on painting, saying he just paints and everything else comes after.
12. Zbukvic explains that he has never been to a class or a teacher, and that he learned everything himself.
13. The speaker mentions that viewers can see Zbukvic at work, creating a painting on location in a rainy Melbourne street scene.
14. Zbukvic explains his approach to starting a painting, stating that he usually paints outdoors and that the major work is done in the studio.
15. He mentions using Schmincke paints, which he describes as a good quality product with amazing intensity.
16. Zbukvic shares his technique for creating a wet road effect in his paintings, explaining that it's important to pre-wet the paper to give pigment room to run.
17. He talks about the importance of trusting your watercolour and yourself in painting, stating that lack of confidence can ruin a painting.
18. The episode concludes with a thank you to Canson, Schmincke, and Arches for the opportunity to film Zbukvic's studio.
19. The series encourages viewers to "put some colour in your life."