David's Choice - Episode #8

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5 жыл бұрын

The next in our 'David's Choice' series, where Tokyo-based woodblock printmaker David Bull introduces some of his favourite prints. This episode shows and discusses prints related to the theme of Hakkei - or ‘8 Views’, centering on the iconic ‘Omi Hakkei’ (Eight Views of Omi) by Hiroshige.
Update: we now have a supplementary video to this one, showing more closeups of the Harunobu designs:
• David's Choice - Epis...
Some reference links related to this video:
Original Chinese 8 Views:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eight_V...
Some of Hiroshige’s many Omi Hakkei series:
www.hiroshige.org.uk/hiroshige...
Information on Harunobu’s Zashiki Kakkei (contains erotic imagery):
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Zashiki...
An interesting page with more examples and information on the concept:
www.behance.net/gallery/48071...
The Mokuhankan website is:
mokuhankan.com
Our Patreon page is:
/ mokuhankan
Our Twitch channel is:
/ japaneseprintmaking
Thank you for watching!

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@totallycarbon2106 5 жыл бұрын

I didn't expect meme review with Dave, but I'm glad we got it.

@patrickginart1780 5 жыл бұрын

A pleasant surprise for sure lol

@SearchingForNostalgia 5 жыл бұрын

"A meme to remember"

@ifeii6638 4 жыл бұрын

I cannot like because it is. 269 likes

@mikemackrell4157 3 жыл бұрын

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@Radditz770 5 жыл бұрын

The eight views of cats. You are gold, David Bull.

@user-hy6cp6xp9f 5 жыл бұрын

Memes today: Is this loss? Memes in 18th century Japan: Is this hakkei?

@JackWiizard 5 жыл бұрын

FINALLY. Today is a good day!

@patavinity1262 5 жыл бұрын

I adore these videos. Please never stop teaching me about Japanese prints.

@bfrazer8696 5 жыл бұрын

May 2018: Stumbled upon David's "Remembering a Carver" video, not knowing what the hell woodblock printmaking even was. May 2019: The hype of seeing a new video from David is unreal, ready to relax and learn more about Japanese prints, which are so strangely captivating

@patrickginart1780 5 жыл бұрын

That's exactly what happened with me too lol

@visions_of_drewth 5 жыл бұрын

Yeeeeeeup.

@ljjlander1 4 жыл бұрын

"it's not garbage" remake was my first

@CalamariSauce 4 жыл бұрын

I just discovered this channel through the remembering a carver tonight.... I am now hyped up to go back and watch the rest.

@fukcg00gle95 4 жыл бұрын

Just found David yesterday. What an awesome gift he's sharing with us! 👍

@Theepicfrenchguy 5 жыл бұрын

We might not share the same craft but your passion and love truly are inspiring.

@bigbyrd7755 5 жыл бұрын

Rainy morning, new David Bull video, 8 views of me shirking off my morning plans under the comforter.

@MrXon 5 жыл бұрын

Everytime David releases a video, its an EVENT! Like Game of Thrones or the Avengers!

@bernardshakey1867 5 жыл бұрын

These videos are some of the best on youtube. Thank you so so much for all of the videos David, and thank you for my new appreciation of Japanese prints!

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@NestorCustodio 5 жыл бұрын

I can't speak for everyone, but I don't watch these videos *just* for the beautiful wood block prints; they're just the icing on the cake! I come for the wonderful art history lessons, insights into Japanese culture and folklore, and the occasional personal stories about chance meetings or notable artisans. You share all of these with a true love of the art form, a reverence for the craft, a deep respect for those who have mastered it, and a genuine gratitude for those who are willing to listen. That's why I'm here and that's why we love your videos.

@NBJ97 5 жыл бұрын

Hardly noticed half an hour passing. Enchanting as always, Dave!

@-dystopic- 5 жыл бұрын

The attention to detail in those last prints is mind blowing! The fine details & portrayal of the different textures is just unbelievable. Thank you for including the close up shots, it really helped to appreciate just how beautiful those prints actually are.

@beniaminr9587 4 жыл бұрын

Dear David, whenever you're in doubt if these videos are too long or too lecture-like, know that there's hardly anything better to watch after a long day of work than some beautiful woodblock prints and hearing the story behind them. Greetings from Germany!

@ArtemisNightlock 5 жыл бұрын

I personally greatly enjoy every episode of the series and particulary like that the videos are longer (and much much more informative) than your normal youtube video. It is meeting someone who is really passionate about what he does and loves to share the passion. So you stay, listening closely, and allow yourself to get enchanted by the wonderful prints and the stories behind them. The time just flies by.

@keithvirgin5280 3 жыл бұрын

In 2019 I went to David’s shop and bought his print of the sparrow and peony’s. (He carved the reproduction block and someone else printed it) I did not realize at the time it was part of a set, and the white flowers represented snowy mountains. I’m so glad I know this now! Makes it even more special.

@geerteree6336 5 жыл бұрын

I have enormous love and respect for the art of woodblock printing... But these videos when you talk abou them is the best.

@novafawks 5 жыл бұрын

Yes!! Every time you release a video I get so happy, you really help my depression. Thank you so much for doing what you do and please never stop! One day I hope to visit Japan and go to your shop(and, I really want to try out woodblock carving/printing myself at some point)

@TheGiantfox 5 жыл бұрын

Nova Fawks stay strong

@jonathantorres7416 5 жыл бұрын

I 2 hope to visit his shops one day and throw my money at him 😂💵💯

@JamesBrown-jp9kp 5 жыл бұрын

I absolutely love the rain effect on some of these prints. The different techniques they used to portray rain. The themes of every day life are really interesting as it shows that modern day 'street photography' albeit, without a camera, in them days is still prevailent! I always learn something new about Japanese print making when I watch these videos. Yet before, I never even knew these things existed. Considering they aren't classed as what is known as 'high' art makes them all the more appealing. As it is every bit as valuable. And probably even more skilled than some historical paintings we have come to know and enjoy.

@SarcasticSyringe 5 жыл бұрын

I’ve never really thought about Japanese prints before your videos but I stumbled across your channel last year and I started watching your videos as background noise to fall asleep but then I actually started watching your videos and hearing you talk about Japanese prints and print making has genuinely made me interested in the craft and interested in you and all the people working for your humble shop. Keep doing what you love man and share it with the world cause that many more people will love it with you.

@steinlaubenpieper7882 3 жыл бұрын

the see through gaps of the sails are lovely, you can see the enviorment behind yet they are so view taking, almost like rain can be

@ethiopianjokeshurt 5 жыл бұрын

Hey David! I am happy to know that humans like you exist. Beautiful stuff.

@Mrblobbybobby 5 жыл бұрын

12:53 the way they captured the snow covered trees here is truly incredible... using the paper itself in the artwork, instead of just as a base to hold other mediums, is one of the reasons I love woodblock prints so much! Amazing video as always, and never worry about them being too long there's no such thing when you are talking David :)

@ellengeyer5000 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making sense of the “Eight Views” theme. I finally understand the connection to the more obscure references.

@vanessathenavigator 5 жыл бұрын

David: I've talked and rambled too much! Me: NO TALK MORE I WANT MORE *watches video again* See you at the print party next week, Mokuhankan staff!

@pinstripe7839 5 жыл бұрын

We love the prints, but we come for your voice.

@n990 Жыл бұрын

As a landscape photographer who draws so much from Hudson River School I’m absolutely blown away by the emotion I get from this presentation. Thank you. Between 2002 - 2007 my life brought me to Kagoshima City in Kyushu. You have connected me to what drives the vision of landscape. I wasn’t even aware.

@hombretropical3028 5 жыл бұрын

Oh come on Dave. You ought to know by now that there's literally no way one of your videos could be too long ☺️

@genekwagmyrsingh9433 5 жыл бұрын

11:39 The lecture is just as important! Fitting these things into context helps me appreciate them more on their own!

@hugboat808 4 жыл бұрын

David, I’m a new subscriber and I just want to let you know that I’m loving your channel. It’s always been my dream to move to Japan, learn Japanese and immerse myself in the culture.

@whatdaro 5 жыл бұрын

Your videos are so full of so much information I can not stop watching them. Thank you so much for sharing your wealth of knowledge not only about woodblock printing but also history and tradition.

@asmrasmr5943 5 жыл бұрын

This context is invaluable, thank you David. The sound of the kettle mimicking rain is very pleasing.

@SimonClark 5 жыл бұрын

Have you considered making an "8 views of Nintendo" or similar, as a continuation of the ukiyo-e heroes sets? I'd definitely be interested in buying a set

@trevoromernick1396 5 жыл бұрын

Today is a fantastic day! Right before I go to sleep! Love your work David!

@colonelben679 3 жыл бұрын

you can see that he is very passionate as there is no cut when he talks ! I love this !

@martatomasich9048 5 жыл бұрын

I never thought i would get this intrigued but after binge watching almost everything on the channel i can say that i defenetly fell in love with this art. Thank you for sharing and educating in a digital era we often forget about the beauty and extraordinary craftsmanship that came before us.

@WheelEstate 5 жыл бұрын

Finally! Wonderful ASMR from Papa Bull. I can't wait to fall asleep to this.

@Papa_Izzy 5 жыл бұрын

We need to get the community on this. He is the next Relaxing ASMR.

@JJ-zg1hh 4 жыл бұрын

Marvellous print at 8:23. I'd love to have that one on my wall. I think I could look at that all day long!

@Artractive_ Жыл бұрын

I really miss your David’s choice videos! I hope you can bring us some more of these wonderful presentations again soon! The art and the history are so beautiful

@narwhalzipan3785 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for introducing me to these theme and motifs. I always learn something by your videos, and my appreciation for this art form only grows.

@Omnihil777 5 жыл бұрын

David, you are my personal Bob Ross, you are such a calming personality, I really had a sh*t day, one David Bull video & a few woodblock prints later, I'm totally chilled again. Thank you!

@shoulders-of-giants 5 жыл бұрын

Wow, I'm blown away. So beautifully presented ❤️

@bmar4353 5 жыл бұрын

Modern day Bob Ross! Awesome video

@jordangroff8978 5 жыл бұрын

I might be more excited for this vid than Game of Thrones tonight...

@drewdubs9636 5 жыл бұрын

An absolutely wonderful video! More of these are always welcome David!

@dontmindme8709 5 жыл бұрын

It's such a pleasure to watch these videos! I get a newfound amazement and appreciation for this craft every time.

@DJYUMMYNUTZ 4 жыл бұрын

I can watch these videos all day. I was listening for asmr, but now im really interested in his work.

@RevoltOfAges 5 жыл бұрын

This was a fantastic David’s Choice, thank you so much for making this! I’ve gotten so much enjoyment out of watching this series of videos, they’re always so informative and so pleasant to watch. I’m not exaggerating when I say that I can’t wait until the next one

@mangs856 5 жыл бұрын

Yes! Love these! Also, I definitely noticed that you remembered to add it to the playlist this time. Good on ya, team!

@TimD.Morand 5 жыл бұрын

Fascinating video, Dave. I especially enjoyed the last segment with the poems and the prints. More like this, please.

@ArxosFX 5 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad your channel got recommended to me today. Your work is absolutely wonderful!

@kevinbill9574 5 жыл бұрын

The last 5 minutes is pure ASMR. You have the perfect voice for it, and I hope you do more of it, as well as the excellent, educational information about the process, themes and personalities of Japanese print making

@ToddReuterOutdoors 4 жыл бұрын

“Everybody is here to see beautiful prints.” I’m just here to listen to your incredibly relaxing voice, and veg out, man.

@GordonjSmith1 5 жыл бұрын

I learn something wonderful every time I watch one of your vlogs. In Karate I have learnt that the idea of being a 'Master' is an illusion, everyone is aspiring to to be 'more masterful', and everyone learns from those more knowledgable. In your case I am enjoying your lessons sensei, and appreciate that you are also still learning. I have bought a new house in northern Europe, and the architecture and long standing planting are very evocative of mountain woodland regions of Japan. I shall be searching your collection for something to grace our walls that reflects both our house and its surroundings, but also to grace our understanding of such a wonderful art form. I am an indebted student sensei.

@futuristica1710 4 жыл бұрын

Synaesthetic and sublime! What a treat! Thank you, David!

@hombretropical3028 5 жыл бұрын

There's not much else that gets me as excited as seeing a new video from you! Also, I love that these videos just keep getting longer

@ukarage 5 жыл бұрын

Yay ! These videos are so great, thank you David !

@dinkaboutit4228 5 жыл бұрын

I was sooo proud of knowing that that's the Chinese character for 8. Mahjong FTW! And don't worry Mr. Bull, this was a fascinating subject for a video, and I would have been happy if it was twice as long. Now I'm wracking my brain trying to think of something non-religious that's even remotely comparable in "western" culture. So widely known, so tightly defined, yet open to and welcoming of interpretation- for a solid 8 centuries!

@kdbrown777 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic video, David. I love your contemplative style. I enjoyed the lecture, and how you ended the video with poetry while displaying the prints.

@MushaGundamMKIII 5 жыл бұрын

I need more videos like this. Teaching me more about this wonderful, under appreciated art form (at least here in the west) while also serving as excellent ASMR material.

@stormsinafrica2189 5 жыл бұрын

This man would be an asset to any University in Japan. The breadth and depth of his research, as well as the sound conclusions he arrives at are subliminal.

@Cafeston 5 жыл бұрын

The Yellow Umbrellas (15:15) is incredibly modern, almost graphic-design like. The Parlor scenes (15:34, 16:33, 19:55 etc.) are my favorites. The patterns on the fabric are amazing. The little clues to figure out how the views relate to the theme (the little towel, the boiling water) are smart. I like how they stretched the idea. Playing with constraints to keep it fun. It was super inspiring. Good to have you back.

@Madlocust1985 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks David ! This was a very entertaining video, never realized there was such a story behind a print series title.

@amityteamracing 5 жыл бұрын

Such a great episode! Thank you so much for everything you share Dave

@RichMitch 5 жыл бұрын

I remember hearing a story about the chinese Huizong emperor. He tells craftsmen that he wants a ruware with a glaze the same colour as post-rain rain clouds over a forest clearing, a view which he saw in a dream. The Huizong (temple name) emperor influenced East Asian art permanently, i reckon he'd have come up or been the inspiration for a few of the 8 topics

@M21cat 5 жыл бұрын

I love these videos, seriously so insightful and interesting. I feel sorry for anyone who can't appreciate how beautiful these prints are.

@lradmclovin9 5 жыл бұрын

What a great video! The meme theme was very fun and I just loved the poetry over the prints at the end. Very tranquil indeed.

@MC-dt6zq 5 жыл бұрын

Best relaxing and informative KZfaq series

@squattingheads 5 жыл бұрын

„every tourist paints a damn pic of that tree in the rain and thinks himself so imaginative“ „So annoying, let’s make a meme out of it“

@sittingduck4771 3 жыл бұрын

I really like these Japanese prints! They are classic and modern pictures at the same time.

@genekwagmyrsingh9433 5 жыл бұрын

NHK should *REALLY* hire you to do this weekly. It would instantly be my favorite TV show.

@TaraGraphic93 5 жыл бұрын

Ive Just received the 'At the Hotspring' Print last Wednesday! Beautiful! Thank you for sending me and thank you so much for making lovely videos! Appreciate it:)

@Trygvar13 3 жыл бұрын

Your videos are never too long. I would even say they are too short. :)

@MikePulcinellaVideo 5 жыл бұрын

One of the best videos yet! I will rewatch this many times.

@AnthonyMonaghan 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks David...I am a big fan of Japanese printmaking, yet know very little about it. I really enjoy your David's choice Episodes. Keep doing what you are doing, thanks from New Zealand.

@Gdsm9 5 жыл бұрын

Hi David! I do enjoy seeing prints on your channel, but as someone who has studied history and art history, I really enjoy your 'lectures,' too. You have a real knack for it. I've developed a real interest in wood block prints and I blame you lol.

@movementinok 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent Mother’s Day gift, Dave!

@gowdajayadeep 3 жыл бұрын

True master in print making . Touching your feet.

@JH_x3 5 жыл бұрын

I love all of your videos Dave. I hope to visit the shop one day when I come back to Japan! Amazing stuff.

@grougrouhh1727 5 жыл бұрын

Those final close up views are beautiful ~

@thijsvisser9414 5 жыл бұрын

Fantastic as always david, thank you!!

@SnoozerIIVMMXIV 5 жыл бұрын

Love you David! 🖤❤️ The eight views at the 8th video. Classy

@WhamBamBoozler 5 жыл бұрын

Another amazingly done video! The parlor set was so fun and I'm sure was a welcome change back in the day. Can't wait to see these prints in person!! Although Neko Hakke seems like a missed opportunity now...

@donmaximus6021 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video 👍 thank you Mr Bull 👌

@suspectbill75 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic video! Personally I wish the journey was a bit longer. Keep up the passion!

@goldandcryptonewsandupdate8199 3 жыл бұрын

It’s hard to hear you doubt if these videos are worth it, yes they worth it and on so many levels as well, keep it up

@josephboyne9327 5 жыл бұрын

This is one of your best videos yet. Well done!

@scottweber8807 5 жыл бұрын

Another great video! I think the key to deciphering the difference between "clearing weather" and " evening glow" is the color band at the top of the prints. In the set of prints at the end of the video every scene that depicts a late afternoon or a night scene, as specified by the accompanying poem, has a black or dark band of color at the top of the print. The " clearing weather " print has an orange band of color at the top. The poem that goes with this print does not specify a time of day for this print so it could be that Hiroshige was using the orange color to differentiate this print from otherwise specifically evening/night scenes.

@jonathantorres7416 5 жыл бұрын

DAVIDS BACK !!! My birthday gift came early 😊✅

@genekwagmyrsingh9433 5 жыл бұрын

9:03 These snow images are some of my favorite prints of all time.

@wolfgangmages8913 17 күн бұрын

I love your videos!!! So well done with great information!!❤

@boomanly 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for another video! Always fascinating

@jentzi23 5 жыл бұрын

I have never clicked on a youtube-video as fast as I did now. I really enjoy learning about this.

@jorgecardoso5863 5 жыл бұрын

OooOooh boy, my body needed this. Love you Dave!

@vividlabskp 5 жыл бұрын

Dave, I enjoyed your story immensely! Also seeing the closeups of the Adachi prints. Such amazing perfection! And please let's get started on the eight views of cats :-)