Wow, brought me to tears. I could never have such patience.

Hallo Mr. David A Smith you and your art are amazing and incredible!!! Thank you for that

Ya know I bet he could earn a living doing that!! Amazing work David!

A true master of art, so many skills, just a joy to watch! Priceless!

Such a pleasure to watch a master craftsman at work. Absolutely Stunning.

I just watched this for the first time, simply incredible. Thank you Dave not only for this but the gift of your craft to the world. The most inspiring thing I have watched in a very long time.

Stunning! This deserves far more views!

wow...left pretty speechless to be honest....just amazing.

I am stunned, astonished and emotionally overwhelmed by your skills. A true, in every sense of the words MASTER CRAFTSMAN. Thank you for your enthusiasm and inspiration you pass on to any viewer of this documentry or spectator to your work and teachings.

It's not often I feel humbled by watching KZfaq but this is an exception. The process and mastery of these timeless techniques are like seeing through a window into the past. Thank you, David, for sharing your magnificent work.

This film is just beautiful. Love this style films of master makers at their art with the incredible cinematography, sounds and music. The art of this style sign making has always enthralled me. Wish I had taken up this beautiful craftsmanship.

We pulled up to the TV to enjoy with popcorn and some licorice and enjoy we did......felt like we took the trip to your studio and New York City with you. Kudo's to you and Danny for all the compliments and well earned praise.

Why this doesn’t have a million views? True Art, no modern garbage!

A dream come true ! Wonderfull and inspiring work and talents together. Thank you !

Those closing credits are outstanding.

I’ve just been sent here by Dom. What a beautiful half hour watching sublime perfection. Thank you for sharing your journey with this truly magnificent work!

Came here via Dom Chinea ... your skill and talent has me speechless!

The much-awaited premier! I will be riveted to the screen.

Crikey Dave!! Following the making of this piece was the sole reason I kept my Instagram account, and seeing all your hard work brought together in this video is amazing. It's truly the best piece of reverse glass art ever made 🙌

Wow, absolutely incredible. I got shivers watching

Impressed would be a huge understatement. Breathtaking is closer. Simply "wow" still falls short. To think this was once common is astonishing and honestly this process and artistry makes watercolour painting seem easy....

Why am i crying?! So glad this was turned into a film for the world to see. Absolutely breathtaking. Thank you for sharing your art and inspiring us all

That moment of realisation when you see a whole window suspended above a bright cutting wheel and if you get one bit wrong , it's back to square one, just breathtaking. Mind officially blown.

Hello Dave, I was led to this video by watching Doms visit to your workshop. There are no words that can express the emotion I felt seeing this incredible work of art being created. The hours of blood, sweat and tears that went into this stunning piece, knowing that just one slip could undo everything, are almost beyond my comprehension. To witness this level of skill and passion is humbling. You sir are a true artisan and master of your craft and I sincerely thank you for sharing it with us.

That is the most amazing piece of artwork and craftsmanship I have ever seen or heard about!

I had the honor of seeing this piece as a work in progress. Truly an amazing work of art by a gifted artist!

Truly amazing craftsmanship David the video also enthralling I must say.

Holy cow! I have no words.

Thanks for showing this work 👍🏻👏

Congratulations Dave on what truly is "the" masterpiece.

Another master piece, video, music, art...🔥🔥🔥🔥💰💰💰💰

WHAT A BRILLIANT FILM! Dave your skill and dedication is some very special. Thank you for taking so much trouble along with the film production team.

Incredible!

Wow. Your video with Dom Chinea brought me here and I am so glad it did. While I did not like the style of the video and I found the finished piece over fussy, I am amazed by you as an artist and by the skills you have mastered. I was never aware of the work that went into that glass you see in some Victorian pubs and what skill and expertise are required. Thank you for opening my eyes to it, you are clearly a master artist and craftsman.

Until I saw Dom Chinea’s channel I had no idea about the masterful work needed to create such beautiful artwork. David, this video had me absolutely lost for words. There are not enough superlatives available to describe such wonderful work. Your creation is breathtaking and inspiration. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on the background and demonstrating some of the process you undertook to achieve this outstanding work of art. Stan.

Every time I watch this it takes my breath away. My vocabulary is aching to find words powerful enough to adequately praise your work.

I know that I am going to come back and watch this, time and time again. I also know that I will see something different, each and every time that I watch it.... David A Smith is an Expert Craftsman who deserves all of the accolades!

Noble indeed.

All I can say is thank you for sharing with us an insight into your world, its truly a great experience in the turbulent times we are living, and gives us a pause for reflection.

A masterpiece. Absolutely inspiring to see artistry at this level

Watched this at Plymouth uni and don't mind admitting I was quite choked up by the level of skill on show here. Amazing work and great story telling. Well done everyone involved. Supurb.

Wow, just amazing

Muchas gracias David Smith. Que arte prodigioso. Saludos desde México

Brilliant craftsmanship. Watching the portraits and New York scenes come together was quite something. Thank you for sharing the journey

Wow just wow amazing

my guuuneess that's more than human, scratching the divinal thing

I was a Neon sign Maker in Seattle for almost 20 years, I have made/refurbished some iconic signs in the Seattle Landscape. Pike's Place Market, The Rainier R, Pink Elephant Car Wash"s and most signs at Mariners/Seahawks stadium to name a few. David Smith is my absolute favorite artist in the industry. I now own a small florist business in Spokane Wa. and my dream is to one day be able to afford a sign by him. I can't wait to watch this video.

Absolutely gorgeous

Absolutely mind blowing, what a privilege to watch, thank you

I'm a fine art illustrator working primarily in pen & ink for over 50 years now, and it is so wonderful to see these tried and true methods still being employed today. Your skill, craftsmanship, and talent are unmatched. Thank you for filming this and sharing it with us. ❤

Such passion and dedication. I have followed this project from the start and was excited to see it completed. This film is amazing and to see the credits....to see SCOTT MARTIN'S name mentioned who was a good friend of mine brought a tear to my eye. I would stop in his shop and ask him to help me with the reverse glad gilding. He kept on trying to tell me I didn't need his help, I was fine on my own. I finally signed up for one of his work shops, taking the last spot available. Sadly though, it didn't happen before his passing. He actually once told me to just give you (David) a call and that you's chat with me. I replied "no way could I ever just randomly call a guy like that". Who knows, maybe one day I'll jump on a plane and make it to one of your workshops David. I just adore your work and bring your name and work up often when talking with fellow sign painters and artists.

Extraordinarily emotional. Thanks, Dave, you are a legend in your own lifetime.

A truly stunning piece of art. I'm in awe at the craftmanship and passion you've put in to this piece. You've inspired me to not just pick up my brushes and pencils again, but shown me that I shouldn't rush my art, which I tend to do. You deserve the award you received! It was lovely to meet you and your family yesterday, the most inquisitive, genuine family I met all day :)

Stunning work 👍

Stunning and a little emotional. Exceptional work, the film maker told a great story on your behalf!

David, this is totally amazing. You can see that I used an element from Born and Raised to create the initial for my profile image.

So incredibly special! I'm so grateful you documented the whole process and shared it with us. A true masterpiece and master craftsman. Phenomenal work, thank you David!

Brilliant film Dave, such craftsmanship, and patience. What a legacy you leave.

Gentslman, I’m lacking the vocabulary appropriate for what I just saw with this piece and showing. Emotional…. I wish I would have met you many years ago. I hope I get to see you next year in your new shop. With Profound Respect and Gratitude…Thank You!

Absolutely brilliant mate, as always ..... still say you've got a better face for radio though. 😆😉😁

"Huge fan" is inadequate. I can't imagine being able to that for a living. They are all masterpieces that will be in a museum somewhere. Having said that, did you just make the first documentary filmed entirely in slow motion?

Congratulations David. Greetings and love from Türkiye...

So looking forward to seeing this

Like many around the globe I am in awe of the special craftsman that you are David. Absolutely beautiful artwork.

Absolutely brilliant dave bloody legend

Hola saludos desde México me gusta mucho este tipo de trabajo y la verdad me gustaría conocer más de este trabajo para poder realizar un trabajo que tengo en proyecto para mí abuelito muchas felicidades y admiro su trabajo es una excelente obra de arte

Well done David A. Smith you nailed it as you would say. Devoted 5 years to make a masterpiece that is one of a kind. You should be very proud of what you have done. When I ever get back to New York that will be on my list to see this artwork in person. Thanks to all who made this possible for David A. Smith.

You Sir Dave are a true artisan watching this video was extremely emotional so much talent and attention to deal was astounding. Well Done your Aussie Sheila Jen

So so so good! Amazingly filmed also

Beautiful Dave and thank you for doing this appreciate it

Just got a chance to watch the film. What a wonderful thing you e made with your life. So special that you share it with us and I’m so thankful to be a part of it. It made me cry to be perfectly honest. I’m super thankful for your friendship and all that I’ve learned from you Dave. Thank you so much for everything and for being such a kind person.

A breathtaking 29 minutes of pure craftsmanship,amazing documentary well done Dave and all the other people involved!

Your design is amazing and only topped by your attention to detail. Watching you wield that large panel in front of those grinding wheels -- well, it would scare the crap out of me worried I'd ruin all the other work I had already completed. Patience beyond all measure, nerves of steel.

BRAVO!!!!!

I had the privilege of seeing this work of art in the flesh just before it was shipped to new york and to this day I will never forget the sheer joy of seeing something so incredibly beautiful. Even now after watching this film I’m instantly transported back to that moment of seeing it again for the first time and that feeling of wonder and how lucky I felt being able to be so close to something so beautiful. Being able to bring together timeless crafts with modern techniques is a craft in its own right and one Dave has made his own. I’ve been lucky enough to see Dave’s work evolve over the years from seeing a friends bedroom wall change from magnolia wood chip to a floor to ceiling copy of meatloaf’s ‘Bat out of hell’ album cover when Dave was 15 years old to crafting signs for pubs and hotels to this one of a kind masterpiece with a nod to the craftsmen that have come before him. He’s always looking for inspiration from the past to create something beautiful for the future, I can’t wait to see what he’s going to come up with next? He’s also got a great collection of guitars and still can’t play a note! 🎸 😁 Well done Davey boy 👏🏼

wow..........

What a legend! I’m honored just to know him, you Sir, changed my life.

Dave you honor my hometown and grace it with your Artwork. Brooklyn NY has a long and proud history of glass workers and Artist, now mostly gone. Cheers, a few of us are still around. Wishing you continued good health & continued success !

Simply Amazing - So disappointed that I missed the official launch. A wonderful, inspiring, and somewhat emotional film beautifully captured by Danny that just gives you goosebumps, coupled with Dave’s narration -his voice captures us like a David Attenborough of the Glass art kingdom. This will be on TV one day. For the last 25 plus years, It has been a pleasure to have known this absolute genius and wonderful human being better known as Dave Smith. His incredible artistic skill, his attention to detail, his continuous push to break boundaries, and most of all his passion and love for this unique craft that is on a level of its own- worldwide ! This piece has set a standard that I doubt will be bettered for a long time (if ever) and probably only those who have actually tried any of the dozens of individual processes used to create this masterpiece, will truly understand and appreciate how there was over 4000 hours spent creating it. What makes Dave an even more unique and kind person, is his commitment and desire to share his knowledge to as many others as possible- from his personal courses (which I have experienced) to his continuous online sharing of knowledge. Dave you for taking us on this wonderful journey of the Ludlow and Blunt project- it will go down in history. Congratulations my friend. You are Legend man 🙌

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Beautiful work Dave! You are an inspiration to the trade and have left your mark in countless ways!

This is incredibly inspiring, David. Thank you for sharing the 'particulars' of this timeless craft.

Congratulations from Brazil!

Ohhh can’t wait to see this!

A life's work in there Dave. Congratulations on your masterpiece!

Amazing Dave, congratulations!

Pure brilliance. Amazing work, beautifully put together in this video. A joy to watch.

Fantastic film, enjoyed every moment, so pleased to have seen it while still in your studio. All the very best Chris Naylor

I was so looking forward to this. So we’ll put together. In love with your work sir.

I have no words to describe what I've just witnessed. All these different techniques, executed to perfection. What a stunning beauty! Thank you for sharing this. Thanks!

The film works really well as a finished piece. Not only does it look beautiful, but it documents the process very well. It gives viewers an idea of how much work went into the piece. And on that note, I want to say that I really appreciate what an achievement it is . Not only the staggering amount of work, but the focus, and attention to detail. That's a truly Herculean task . Adding to that, you made the most of your artistic talents/natural ability. Basically I'm saying Well Done, and I think that you have achieved something very special. Thinking of the creative people I've met in my life working in different areas and media, that mirror is definitely a masterpiece and it puts you up there with the best of the best! Keep On Truckin ✌️

Incredible work by Dave... He is such a nice decent bloke! I thoroughly enjoyed being on one of his courses... I learnt so much and made great friends! 😎

Wow. And touching tributes at the end. Timeless indeed

Truly amazing work!

What a wonderful piece of art !! I hope to see one of your masterpiece in realty someday, may I ask you what kind of acid you use to emboss " the small coins "?

I cannot wait to see this!!!

loving all Daves work , with the Born and Raised album produced for John Mayer &, Kings of Leon album Cover among loads of other amazing work hes created, im sure this will be an amazing Video

Absolutely stunning piece and beautiful movie. The soundtrack is also amazing any ideas of who did the music ?

Mestre

I’m amazed by your work and the beautiful things you make! Do you have tips voor artists who also want to start in the sign painting business? It would by a honor to make this kind of art