Hi guys this episode does have some poor sound and music issues the episodes do improve and in part 3 onwards I manage to sort out the sound issues. The music had copyright issues so I had edit these in You Tube which wasn't easy or great. Please persevere and you will see an improvement...Thanks James

Welcome to KZfaq. Don't let the "experts" in the peanut gallery get you down.

Never mind about Baumgartner - do it your way!

Wonderful seeing another art restoration channel. There are many ways of achieving the same goals and seeing the perspectives of multiple people is always helpful

Love this series 🤩

I really appreciate seeing the attention you paid to the stretcher. Thanks for that!

This is awesome! Can't wait for the next episode!

Thanks for sharing! Glad to have found a new art restoration channel! Love it!

Really enjoying your process of restoration so far. I'm glad you document what is on the back of the original canvas and seeing you use reversible materials in your conservation, of course. Each painting is different and requires different treatments. Each conservator has different techniques and it's refreshing to watch yours. I look forward to seeing Ms Harriet's conclusion and you breathing life back into her. Ignore those "I know it all", "I watch Baumgartner" comments. As I say, streaming fine art conservators is a rare breed on social media. 😄

I loved watching you work, thanks for sharing with us. I'm always interested in watching art restoration videos, it's a very neat job and I'm sure you have a lot of training and learning to be where you're now. The skills to do this job are amazing, it requires a finesse and keen eye that is impressive for me to witness 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽❤️

Thanks for sharing your work, im looking forward to see the next episode

Thank you for your calm, quiet method as you work and not blathering on and on and on as some do. Really appreciate that and LOVE your work. Subscribed and really looking forward to your future projects.

Thanks for sharing your work! Its really interesting to see a new perspective in this field, with new techniques and ways of doing restoration; the ways you compensate for not having the super fancy expensive tools is genius!

So interesting to watch a different approach to restoration. The stretcher maintenance makes so much sense.

I'm looking forward to the next episode ❤ keep it up! 👍

Brilliant work Jim!! So relaxing to watch you execute things so skilfully 🙌 can’t wait for easel time 🎉 Keep up the sterling work!

I've never seen a painting restored and this is quite fascinating! Requires so many more skill sets then I had initially expected.

Nice work!

This is really fun to watch

Excited to see more! :) A couple tips for video making: In the first episode when you were showing the back and gliding the camera over over it, try to go slower. The fast camera movement makes it blurry and doesnt really allow viewers to see what is on the screen. Also, motion sickness. 😄 As for the sound, try to level all your audio. The intro gave me a scare because I wasnt expecting it to be so loud in the first episode haha. And the backround music as well, the viewer will have to constantly be ready to change the volume, lowering it during the music and then turning it up during the talking bits to hear what you are saying. (As someone who loves to watch these kind of videos when going to sleep i love a stable audio level hahaha 😆) But dont fret it if its not perfect right away, we will still watch haha. Video editing is its own beast. Very excited for the next part and cleaning, hope you keep making these videos! 🌻🩶

Awesome!

The way you narrate is lovely. Keep up the good work.

People do not hate this new channel every professional much more restorations have different way to tackle problems

Amazing

Lovely portrait.

I subscribed today and look forward to many more restorations.

Okay now we’re cooking on gas. This is Louvre quality work. I feel like I’m upstairs making bags and you’re downstairs living the Da Vinci Code life! Awesome stuff Mr Bloomfield! ❤

This is great. Keep it up.

New favourite channel, thanks!

So looking forward to this! And to tracking your channel’s success 😊. Those of us who arrived early will be able to say…I remember when…

This isn't a field I usually think about a lot, but you've managed to make it fascinating and balance educative commentary with showing how it's done!! I'll admit that slightly more commentary would be nice, but I love your videos :D keep it on, it's wonderful to see!

I watch Baumgartner and I like your videos.. keep up the wonderful work.

It’s wonderful to see another art restoration channel! It seems like some people don’t get that there are more than one way to do things and that every piece of art is unique and presents with different problems thus requiring different solutions. All of the people complaining about you covering up the writing on the back should realize you took that under consideration but chose what was right for this painting with more than one obviously big tears in it. What good is having the writing show on the back where no one will see it if it leaves the painting vulnerable to further damage in the future? Please don’t let KZfaq “experts” bring you down. In time people will judge you by the quality of your work and not based on what some other person might have done differently.

I'm concerned about concealing the information on the back. I agree that lining the canvas provided strength, but history and provenance are so important.

i can't get over the covering of all the original markings in the back from the artist.

People watch Baumgartner and think they know it all. 🤦‍♀️ I'm glad to see another quality and professional approach. I imgine restoration work must be as difficult as painting an original, even more so because your job requires more careful handling and can get tedious. Whereas painting can be liberating and an artist can make mistakes no one will ever know about. As an artist, I try to consider in advance what I can do to preserve my work and what I can do to minimize the need for conservation in the future. I love that science has provided both of us with conservation and archival quality materials and products to work with.

I'm so excited to find more art restoration videos! I see framing in the background. Do you also restore frames? Why did you chose to fully line the painting? Was it more efficient than doing bridging or some other technique? Do you ever build frames from scratch? (I guess that's how all frames are made at some point but I don't really know anything about framing.) Please keep making videos!

Hello. New to your channel. Also an art restoration video junkie. The process is fascinating. Will you be showing more of your canvas iron in future videos. Not familiar with that tool. It is interesting to see your different approach to this process. Thank you for posting.

I've watched too many furniture restoration videos, watching that wax go onto wood that has NOT been sanded clean is really hard :)

I really enjoyed this. I think some more explanation or why your doing stuff and what materials you are using would be nice. For example, why did you size the linen for the backing instead of just gluing it on. The more you explain to me, the more involved and invested I feel.

Love these restoration vids. On a personal note I would be tidier with the loose canvas on the rear. Thanks for showing.

I think it's a big problem that you covered up the dates and signatures on the back. They are important things to the painting. I remember Baumgartner did small windows on the back so that you can see the signature

It’s fascinating to see another restoration process. There is another channel I have been following him for years. The processing is so different!! I wonder if its because its a different country??😮😊

I never thought about how, of course, the back lining of a canvas should be stretched like a canvas too!

Me: Please don't use staples please don't use staples Also me: Yay! This was great thank you! Btw, I'm only half way through and don't know yet if cleaning is in this video but I wanted to say: Those of that consume this content with a voracious appetite have a favorite part: Cleaning. So remember that and don't ever skip it like I've seen some people do! We love it hee.

Aww, the music covered up the speaker… I love hearing what he has to say.

It's cool to see different restoration techniques. Subscribed and looking forward to more videos :) If possible, I would recommend a higher resolution - at least 1080p. Great beard btw

Loving the series. Amazing job. Just out of curiosity, what is the ‘size’ mixture you applied?

I like your content, I'm your 371st subscriber! Can't wait to see the kind of work that comes out of your studio. One tip, the background music is a wee bit loud. Both on the intro and during the process. I do like the selection though, it carries a curious vibe to it.

Absolutely wonderful content! Would you mind explaining the “why” for more steps? For example sizing (sp?) the linen - what’s that for? So curious!

Excited to find another restoration channel! Its cool to see different techniques that different conservators use. I will admit though that I was very surprised to see all of the writing, signatures etc covered up! even though I knows its reversible it still seems very aggressive and odd that even though there will be photos presumably that still leaves it in a state that I am just forced to "believe" that they are there rather than be able to see with my own eyes. I would have thought some patches and a strip lining maybe, but this clearly must fall within standard practice which is one of the reasons I like seeing how different people do it. good luck with the channel!

I’m a big fan of Baumgartner Restoration here on KZfaq, but he is slow on uploads, so you are now added to my repertoire.

Who knew.. Id be into art restorer men in aprons with nice voices.

Interesting seeing your processes. Why do you wax the stretcher? Won’t the wax get on the painting? I’m obviously not the expert that you are, just wondering. Great work, glad to discover your channel!

Five minutes in, I think you said something but the music covered it. Was it important? I admit I prefer no music, partlicularly because it seems difficult to control how loud it is compared to the speaking parts. Don't worry though, most of the content creators I watch have the same volume trouble with the music in their videos as well. It seems to be part of the video editing learning process. Great videos, keep it up!

I restore antique oil paintings myself. I teach myself to do it. I'm not a professional restorer, but so far all restorations that I did gone very well. If I buy a painting and don't feel capable of restoring it myself, I let my professional restorer lady do it, witch is a diploma antik restorer. But, that has to be said - because there are probably many professional restorers who know their trade, but have no idea about art and antiques - The complete relining of the back of an antique oil painting, even if it is not written, is a serious depreciation in 99,5 percent of the cases. The backside of an antique picture is - always - the visiting card of a painting and a testament to its age. Even when a collector can't see it from the front, when a picture is hanging on the wall, that increases its value. Relining is even more worse if the artist has written or signed the painting on the back. Complete relining of an antique painting is absolutely unnecessary and a devaluation and destruction of the history of a painting in 99,5 percent of cases. And it doesn't matter if the restorer has millions of follewer at youtube or somewhere else, or is in the buisness for decades. Also at the picture, shown in the video, exactly this what I have written is the same case. I'm sorry, I'm not a hater or troublemaker, but I am familiar with antiques for almost 20 years but that's how it is. But the restauration process itself is well done, that also needs to be said, to be fair.

Loving these videos! If I could give some minor constructive feedback, there were a few times your voice was difficult to understand over the music. Looking forward to more!

Loving this, i'm a big fan of Baumgartner so i'm really glad i found this channel. I can see you're based in AWOL studios, i've been to some classes there for the creative art courses. Do you ever do open days or exhibit any of your resorations? i would love to see some of the work in person especially since you're only up the road.

#857 subscriber. Really enjoyed this and remember many people on the internet are weirdos 😊😂

I’m curious why you put sizing on backing canvas? As a lay person I would assume the adhesive would make it stiff enough

So relaxing watching this. What about the attribution on the back? Covered forever?

Why do you stretch and size the lining before attaching it to the unstretched painting? What does it do, and what problem does it prevent? You mentioned the use of iron, or an iron while the painting was on the hot table. What did you do with the iron? is it a regular clothes iron?

Hello :) I have questions! what is seize? why add seize and then an adhesive? Is the adhesive synthetic or like an animal glue? What about the inscription on the back? was a picture taken so it can be seen later without unlining the whole thing? Is the white stuff in the cracks from the starch used for the facing?

Thanks for explaining about how you documented all the information on the back of the painting by answering another viewer’s concerns. I was wondering about that as well.

Did you take pictures of the information on back of the canvas? You could do a nice photo showing what was covered up

Does applying the new lining like this permanently cover the notes on the back?

Great work and super video! Could I ask why you use the two sides of the hammer for tacking? I would have thought it would be more difficult to start with the narrow side and finish with the wider round side of the head. Sorry if it seems like a silly question but I just wondered...

Oh my word! KZfaq found you for me and for a change they got it spot on. Goodness only knows why I like to watch these videos but I do. The fact you only speak when you have something interesting to say makes it so much more enjoyable. I don't know how videos are edited, the music, too loud for me, I had to keep taking my ear plugs out haha. I'm up to date with all your videos now. Looking forward to seeing this young lady back to glory and many more to come. Thank you xxx

At 13:05 you pointed out some scratches or maybe dents on the corner of the stretcher. What were you showing us about them?

How come one piece of the facing came loose on the hot table but other facing stayed stuck? Is it a difference in how much starch was used to adhere it, or maybe the small size of that piece? Does it matter that it came off earlier than planned?

Nice

Hi, As you can tell by the comments, the KZfaq algorithm has recommended your videos to many viewers, like myself, who have subscribed to Baumgartner and watched him over many years. You may also consider that the majority of your audience likely will have some experience in the processes, tools and materials that Baumgartner uses. Considering this, if I may suggest? Discussing the techniques you are using in more depth and possibly, why you did not use other techniques, likely will be very helpful in building your viewer base. Please don't be discouraged with those that will question your expertise because they have viewed some KZfaq videos! Good luck!

Note to the editor, the audio levels still need some work. music and banging is much louder then the talking.

Great job 👍🏼 but my only concern here it’s the signature on the back have been covered. 😔

the writing on the back of the painting was a historical document that added value to the painting? was there no way to save it or reline with something transparent?

Why did you choose to cover up the markings on the back? This seems like it may hide the provenance of the painting. Would have strip lining been a better choice for re-stretching? Then use bridges for the tears?

Won't the lining cover up the notes on the back?

Given the provenance markings on the back of the canvas, I was a bit surprised that a full lining was applied to this, though. I should have thought it would have been desirable to leave those visible if possible.

What is sizing? I gather that it’s for tightening the canvas, but what is it made of and how does it work? Thanks! 💕🐝💕 ps Through the powers of editing .. so funny!

I wanted to ask, Is it possible to flip the 4 wooden pieces , so that the old nail holes are inside and the inside that hasn't had nails in it, could be used? Or is that not the proper way to restore? Also the original writing on the back of the canvas, date, etc, what happens to that?

She looks happier already

What happened to the inscription on the back?

Do you keep a record of the provenance on the back?

having come here because of the other art restoration channel(we all know of whom im talking about) i never really had anything to compare him to, is very interesting seeing how you both do things. i thought all restorers would have access to all the toys and space needed to restore art but it seems im wrong as your doing fine work. i did see another vid of a art restorer where he finished his work by using a spray can of varnish on his restoration!, needless to say i did not sub to his channel but have most certainly subbed to yours. this is not serious question but more of a joke/ballbusting one. but do you ever suffer a slight twinge of envy seeing the space and toys the other youtube guy has to work with!? anyway, thanks for your time, and looking forward to seeing much more from you

Love it! But two things: 1. Would be great to know why it's being backed. I'm assuming it's to stabilise the torn canvas. 2. Mute or quieten music when your speaking please 🙏

No way!!! Absolutely no way!!!!!!

Delicious...

Shouldn't you keep the inscription on the back visible?

I listen to Baumgarten as I fall asleep, except for the videos that have music.

When you placed the new canvas on the back you also covered the providence of this piece. Surprised you did that. Signatures, notes from the artist.

What about all the info that was on back of the original canvas?

I almost died when you hid all those beautiful provenance information behind the Belgian linen.

Woah! How come you start hammering tacks with that skinny side of the hammer before flipping it over to the more usual peen side? I'm very curious. I've never seen someone use the back of a hammer like that.

I’m wondering about all the writing on the back of the painting. It’s now covered by the lining. Isn’t that a bit counter intuitive to conservation. I know the painting needs the lining but wasn’t there a way to showcase the writing? I hoping you at least photographed everything very clearly. I’m not a conservator so I’m just curious.

did someone catch wat was the writing on the back?

Nice channel, good potential, sounds and music might not seem that important but they are. The cuts are very abrupt, I'd advise looking into this while the channel is brand new

This might be a silly question but you covered all the information about the painting. Doesn't this affect its value and take away its attractiveness to potential buyers.Dont you also take away its heritage.

I'm sad you covered the signature. :(

I'm sorry I'm really perplexed as to your Restoration method. As I previously explained I have followed Baumgartner Restoration for a number of years. Why have you not repaired the tears. If you have a cut you stitch it. I'm sorry to comment that I really don't understand your methods. I will follow you until the end of this Restoration as I am curious and look forward to seeing the result of your work to make this painting beautiful again.

Not a fan of covering up all the information on the back of the painting especially considering it was all original from the artist. Not an art restorer but I love my history and covering up the history of a painting is odd to me. He has a different process than Baumgartner, it is interesting to see different styles of art restoration.