The year is 2055, Julian built a timemachine to have a fistfight with a conservator in the 1900's.

julian: "unfortunately, we're keeping the strainer" me, someone who isn't a conservator: "boo! the client needs to make better choices."

I never thought I'd be frustrated by a person i don't know choosing to not use a stretcher for a painting. You're building an army of novice conservators lol

I'm calling it right now. When this little series ends, Julian's last words of the video will be...."the Lady.....of the Manor."

Julian is like the Bob Ross of conservation. Soft spoken, able to make everything look easy and love every minute of his videos.

“They say a little knowledge is a dangerous thing, but it's not one half so bad as a lot of ignorance.” ― Terry Pratchett

You know when you see the "part 1" it's going to be a banger

“And when I clean it off… well.. it will be cleaned off.” - Julian, 2022 (20:55)

Your passive aggression on shoddy attempts at conservation, Julian, are legendary.😁

The removal of surface grime and the old varnish is just so satisfying, I'll never get tired of it!

I wonder at the prospect, in 100 years time, of a conservator analyzing inferior conservator materials and techniques we use today. I like that Julian kindly reminds us that past painters and conservators worked with the materials they had, taking exceptions only to impatient and shoddy application techniques.

When I saw her eyes at the beginning - I felt they were sad and tired eyes. However, as you did your work, I could see a change in her eyes and expression. Oh, I am so looking forward to seeing the finished conservation!!

I completely understand the satisfaction of peeling off the lining canvas in long strips. About 10 years ago I help restore a historic barn - Round Barn in Arcadia OK. Our first task was to remove the paint. The side of the barn, where the paint had not been baked into the wood siding came off in 4+ foot strips. We were all competing to see who could strip off the longest piece. One of my coworkers stripped off a piece that was nearly 6 feet long.

"You can lead a horse to water...but you can't stop him from being an ass." That's what I heard when you explained they wouldn't let you add a stretcher. I'm glad you saved her; she was someones daughter, wife, mother, maybe grandmother. And she looks like a very nice lady too.

this video was somewhat different. More details and explanations, I really liked. When I think it can't get any better you surprise me, what a great work, conservating and videomaking

this man has got me through many mental breakdowns. his voice is just so calming and his whole mentality of "it will take time and it will take work but there's no way around it so i will get through it"

Those close up shots of removing the filling medium - absolutely fantastic

I just can't imagine not listening to a professional like Julian if I were to send a painting to be restored. Wanting to keep the strainer, something you won't be seeing and isn't original just seems so weird.

I know that the old varnish flattens and yellows the paints but every time he cleans a face I’m shocked at how vibrant the original colours looked

“The hot table is hot so I’m gonna use a piece of felt” Julian: processed to put other hand on said hot table

Having merely an appreciation for art but no knowledge whatsoever on art conservation or the numerous considerations and processes that it involves, your channel has given me a wonderful new point of view every time I visit an art museum. I visited the Portland Museum of Art yesterday and found myself noticing all kinds of details in the frames, varnishes and paint layers that I just wouldn't have considered before subscribing to this channel. I want to thank you for your incredible content on behalf of all us amateur art appreciators out there for whom you've shed light on a largely overlooked facet of the art world, and in doing so spreading awareness of the critical significance, complexity, and invisible artistry that goes into conserving these beautiful pieces for people like myself to enjoy in museums and galleries the world over for centuries to come. Thank you Julian, your videos are truly golden tacks in a sea of rusty staples!

I was literally going to say “ This woman looked so happy to be cleaned”. The grime hid so much from us!

I just thought "hmm, haven't heard from Julian for quite some time..", went to check his channel and low and behold an update from just 2 minutes ago!

Cannot wait for Part Two! I do have to say that whenever Julien opens up a tool drawer, I feel the need to reorganize my kitchen “junk drawer”. Anyone else?

"It's a testament to the fish gelatin and washi kozo" No dude. Those are just tools. It's a testament to your skill and dedication to your craft. Another fantastic video!

As a creative myself I understand how frustrating it can be when you suggest something (because you're trained and experienced) but the client decides to go in another direction and you have to let go of how it should be and settle with what they want.

It's great to see significant amounts of original paint under the overpaint! Every speck of the original paint is glorious... I so wish I had your education and job, can't think of a better, more relaxing place to work, than in your studio!

Yay a new vid. I miss you when you're gone. ;)

Mister Baumgartner with a stern face: "This is a "Belgium Linen and NO staples!" kind of studio, Sir. You should know that."

I've never thought I would ever be looking at some old paintings for half an hour straight. And here I am )))

When I see am old, yellowed, faded portrait I always think you can see how the people are forgotten. The knowledge of them fades as the colors do. That's why I love what you do so much. You revive them, you bring them back ❤️😊

“Human beings can always be relied upon to exert, with vigor, their God-given right to be stupid. ” ― Dean Koontz

Julian's face when he removes the old lining is priceless

i need someone to love me the way baumgartner loves mulberry paper

removing the old fill in material is like taking up carpet and finding wood floors beneath!

I was in the hospital overnight feeling feverish and uncomfortable, I can't sleep, yet as long as I have Baumgartner, I am at peace 😌

This was a roller coaster wow.. First of all, I didn’t expect myself to feel so strongly about a client not choosing a stretcher, let alone the anger I felt when the previous “conservator” did such a crap job, damn. Julian, you’re raising an army over here lol

He sounds calm and collected but you can tell he’s hella pissed with the last conservator! Love the passion and attention to details. Long time watcher, and now a subscriber!

I tell you what, if Magellan had a documentary series on the actual old handmade methods for making washi kozo, fish gelatin, rabbit skin glue, old school varnishes and any of the other products Julian encounters, I'd subscribe and watch it repeatedly. I've now reached a point where I also want to understand the origin end of the process: how they made these things, how they came up with these things as solutions, and why they chose them instead of something else. I mean, who ever thought outside the box to use a fish product in art conservation?

That scalpel glide is up there with gliding scissors through wrapping paper

I would volunteer to sit and clean paintings! It so fits my need to hyper focus on something super tedious and time consuming!!! I can not be the only one!!

I love the olde varnish removal and totally agree that it reveals what the artist would want you to see. "Patina" is great for a piece of metal but dirt is dirt.

Julian: "there are signs of veeery bad conservation" Me: "oh boy, this is gonna be sweet" 😁

I really feel like I've been with this channel the whole time because when I watch his older videos he is very new-commer friendly but now he's just like "and varnish- you get it" like 21:05 I absolutely love it

"we say goodbye to our countess. we'll see her again later" i love the way julian talks about the people in portraits. It's a lovely reminder that these were real people

This piece is a who's-who of damaged paintings, I can't wait to see this one finished

Her eyes ,pearls and lace are amazing. You are so talented and patient to be able to restore this. Can't wait for part two.

These videos have really been helping with my struggles against anxiety and depression. Thank you!

My heart skipped a beat as the cleaning started to reveal lace on the bonnet and dress. So satisfying and enjoyable.

This is like watching YOU during Joes monologues but for art restoration

Julian: ‘this old canvas is so weak, it’ll peel right off in one fell swoop!’ Old Canvas: “Am I a joke to you?”

This woman will be so happy when you finish restoring her. I love the delicate details.

This is one of the most fascinating KZfaq channels ever created 🏆

I LOVE how you do your intros, you really make it feel like an adventure we're about to embark on, the weight and meaning you give to the video's title.

Those eyes...once cleaned...so lovely. So sweet! She looks happy and grateful!

As soon as he said that there was lots of overpaint I started getting excited for Julian's polite form of trash talk!

i put this video on as background because of the quiet and soothing voice tones. But almost every time, i end up watching raptly as he scraps his scalpel and swirl his swabs.... it is satisfying to watch the painstaking, step by step process. The patience, dedication, and respect is fantastic.

Every time I see one of Julian’s videos I can’t help but wonder…how did Dana Barrett, a cellist, get a job conserving paintings in Ghostbusters 2? 🤣

This painting is incredibly fragile - puts a cinderblock on top :D

There is something extremely satisfying in seeing so many layers put on the original paint removed, and simplifying it to one single layer of filling and retouching. Although vibrant paint at the end may seem as the most rewarding part of the job, for me, it's knowing that the painting is simplified once again to its fundamental parts, and nothing else.

This is a particularly fascinating video, Mr B.,....and I thought, on first seeing the state of this painting, oh, it's SHATTERED, what can he do? But watching your work, I'm seeing what is actually there, what happened to this portrait through past shoddy work....and that. this lovely lady still lives underneath the wreck that was made of her likeness. You're bringing her back, and it's joyous to watch! Cannot wait to see the finish, Mr B! This is so exciting; it's one of the true joys of my life to watch your work. Thank you!

nice golden hour light at 5:25. so calm and contemplative looking. aesthetic af. needs to be looping over baumgartner lofi rado 😂

I can’t wait to see how this painting gets restored!

Julian's videos are always soothing and very educational and I rewatch them so often ☺️ Thanks for another amazing video!!

I've have hab a VERY shitty day until now. Thank you Julien. Perfect timing. 😊

You dont conserve the history of the painting, you conserve the vision of the artist 😌❤

Julian: I need a big brush to work my gelled water Seller: How big do you need it to be? Julian: Yes!

I never get tired of watching your conservation work, Julian. Keep them coming!

The depth in the irises is so soft but profound. She looks like she was a kind woman, beloved by many :)

Love this painting✨ Can’t wait to see her restored ♥️ I am so aggravated at the ppl who have touched this beautiful lady before 😡 I also don’t understand owners tht can afford to take their paintings to a conservator, but not take their advice…. I have a small painting that I’ve loved for over 25 yrs! If I were able to see a conservator, I would WANT them to tell me the proper way to save it for another 150 years! Can’t wait until we see this lovely lady again, as the artist intended. Ty Julian🌟

I know I don't have the patience, or expertise, to accomplish something like this, but I am hugely impressed by your to detail, superb craftsmanship, and most of all your sense of wonder and joy when you bring one of these historic snapshots back from the brink. Bravo!

Here at the beginning I am excited to see such a challenge taken on by (in my estimation) one of the best conservators I have seen work. This is going to be interesting.. Bravo.. once again working your hard won magic.. I can hardly wait for the second part.

Wow! I think this might of been the first painting that cleaning it and removing the varnish, dirt, and grim; made the sitter look several years younger. You're work is incredible!

was having a bad night. this new video from you is right on time 🥺 i can have the rest of this night in peace

I’m dont see how a restoration will be possible, but you always amaze me.

Wow I don't know why, but this restauration was extremely interesting and satisfying to watch. Perhaps because there was just a little bit more difference, and the amazing reveal of the varnish, overpaint and fill in medium. Can't wait for part two!

I LOVE the adjusted intro/channel tag!!!!! Beautiful! It includes the best ofwhat you had before, but doesn't hurt my misophonia afflicted ears. Perfect

I love a new Baumgartner video, but always feel a little sad when it's a two-parter. :) A week of anticipation!

I like the new intro without the scritching noises

I love the meticulous way in which you work, it is a joy to behold. 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

Could you make a separate video on how you test for the different types of glues and paints showing us how you can find out if it's rabbit skin glue or if a pain is fugitive? Edit If the paint is fugitive. Thanks for pointing that out Yessan.

It would have been so great to see the progress of the cleaning, first barnish, surface grime, second barnish, over paint… under UV light!

It's amazing seeing how when Julian is cleaning the painting that the original painting has depth and layers. An example; when hes cleaning her eyes, he reveals a beautiful deep blue eye and the dirty side looks flat like there is no life to the eye. Truly a professional conservator.

At the first view of the paint condition, I knew the washikozo would be making an appearance. She's looking much better even half-done. Can't wait to see the final result.

I cannot get enough of your work and narration Julian, this is just fantastic. Looking forward to part 2.

Always a shock to see how much a painting changes with your skill, keep up the good work you are doing a great job.

Damn the prep work on this painting is serious! At least the lining came out satisfactory 🥰 cannot wait to see her in her finished glory~!!! 💖💖💖

I always love seeing the expression on the face of the person in the paintings during the progress, in this one its like she knows your helping and shes patiently waiting while also trying not to laugh at the absurdity of whats happened to her painting.

I love the work you do! I wouldn’t trust anyone else to take care of any painting.

Hyped to watch this once I get home from work!

Every time you do the eye reveal its amazing. It never gets old seeing what lays beneath. It's like they come alive.

An Apprentice ? I am 60 years young I have been working on oil paintings from the age of 21 years old, I am so glad that there are people doing this to save all the masterpieces . It is so important to keep them for all the Future generation's to see and learn , I thank you for shearing this video

I’m crying about my finals. Time for some julian therapy I guess 😛

I was just scrolling on your channel, missing your videos and hey! New video!

All the detail comes out once it’s cleaned and you can really start to appreciate the skill of the old masters.

Not even a minute into the video and Julian is throwing well deserved shade!!! 😂

I love these videos, eye opening on what people come up with to help restore these masterpieces. Just for reference the British Union Jack is actually the Union Flag, it's only called Jack when flying on a ship. Keep up the good work

Yayyy, I won't be suffering with insomnia this night 💕 this kind of relaxing video really helps me navigate through my anxiety and calm down for a little bit, thanks Julian

I thought this would be a lot similar to the previous cleanings but it was kind of like a Matryoshka doll. It's sad that the client didn't listen and was so adamant on keeping that strainer. The original canvas looks really good so why not to keep it that way, especially since all that chalk markings from the strainer could easily be saved. Can't wait for the part two. The countess already looks so much happier without all the grime and old varnish. Just imagine how she will look after the restoration is finished. I feel so excited to see it!

I love that I've been watching so long I get a kick out of guessing what steps you are going to take and keeping track of how many I can get right! Thanks for teaching us along the way!