Tibetan Artist is a Master of the Ancient Technique of Cloisonne With His Vivid Buddha Paintings
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2 жыл бұрынTsultrim Norbu is a Tibetan artist who has been creating colorful thangka paintings of Buddha and Buddhist deities for over 20 years. Unlike other artists, he specializes in using the Cloisonné technique, creating works out of gold wires and pigment ink made from Tibetan stones, giving each piece a vivid and stately look.
0:20 - 20 years of painting thangkas
0:41 - What are thangkas?
1:10 - The Cloisonné technique
1:39 - How it works
3:02 - Starting young
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Producer: Lyn Yang
Videographer: Wu Congwen
Editor: Joel Roche
Mastering: Victor Peña
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@MsOscara 2 жыл бұрын
I can't imagine growing up without access to paper. Drawing in dirt and on stones shows how strong his desire to create was as a youngster. Not sure why this video showed up in my feed, but I'm sure glad it did.
@guyfawkes8384 2 жыл бұрын
I was thinking the same, now the algorithm for my KZfaq ads is going to be all wonky.
@Shofotolavski 2 жыл бұрын
When young children learn minority art creation, they are boring and unhappy at the beginning and don't like it A friend of mine sponsored a Uyghur teenager to study with a carver master in Beijing, but he gave up after a year of study, he felt very boring Later, he got a job in a Uyghur restaurant, and he hoped to make money immediately, It is a pity
@stope420 2 жыл бұрын
My dad, when he was going to high school in the late ‘70s, didn’t have much money and couldn’t afford paper for class. He would take the thrown away paper from a dumpster and just write on the back. Adapt and overcome.
@krevex831 2 жыл бұрын
Same here, that guy has lot of talent!
@latitudeselongitudes1932 2 жыл бұрын
I love thangka paintings, especially on cotton and silk canvas, the older ones with faded, aged colors. You can find several in museums, private collections and specialty stores in Kathmandu. This particular technique is beautiful. I love Asian art in general, paintings, sculptures in stone, wood, metals and butter, sand mandalas, music, architecture of temples and monasteries
@lly_09 2 жыл бұрын
1:47 you can see by the smile that he loves what's he doing and that he's a master of his work
@stankolodin5586 2 жыл бұрын
Tibet is currently occupied by Chinese Liberation Army, what are the chances this is a propaganda piece?
@acmebrainsurgery 2 жыл бұрын
@@stankolodin5586 How about %100?😢😢😢💔
@masterbaiter327 2 жыл бұрын
Wow, wow, wow. Isn’t that a little too much of an analysis for just a simple smile to camera crew? It doesn’t mean much and definitely not how skilled somebody is :> Artwise, amazing “enamel” style artworks!
@urAnusFighter1 2 жыл бұрын
@@masterbaiter327 no because he was forced to do this by the government.
@oo1234561000 2 жыл бұрын
@@stankolodin5586 alright but how about u just enjoy a little vid about the art style and the artist instead of making it political
@getlifted1212 2 жыл бұрын
This is by far one of my favorite Goldthread videos, I was just looking for different art to put in my office workspace since working from home. Absolutely stunning pieces and the craftmanship and patience is astounding.
@Asia.Persuasia 2 жыл бұрын
Lol, he just said those are an important religious and cultural art for them. Using it in your office because it's "trendy" is tone-deaf and ignorant.
@gabrieldartemius9940 2 жыл бұрын
@@Asia.Persuasia What are you even talking about. They just said they found it while looking for art for their workspace, not that they want this art in particular there. You're reading comprehension is a bit broken xDDDDDDD Besides, if they want art like that, it'd be easy to find something similar without religious significance, they just have to look for cloisonné art.
@marysue9661 2 жыл бұрын
@@Asia.Persuasia The way I understood it (grew up with a buddhist mom), it would still be good for anyone to have it in their home, as it brings good spirit/energy, as long as you honour it.
@march9177 2 жыл бұрын
@@Asia.Persuasia Maybe he/she is Buddhist. You are calling them tone deaf and ignorant without even knowing their ethnic and religious background.
@desertmulehunter 2 жыл бұрын
@@marysue9661 as long as it's the right spirit. Everything Budda is not good.
@liddlealice431 2 жыл бұрын
I have never heard about this technique in my life and I am absolutely amazed! The amount of patience and love it takes to make such a painting, the colors are STUNNING. Thank you for brining attention to these kind of art techniques!
@Goldthread 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@ProfessorDesiree 2 жыл бұрын
It was really popular among the northern tribes of medieval Europe (like the early Vikings). I used to teach about it in Humanities, so when this popped up in my feed I was super interested and, like you, glad I watched.
@esecallum 2 жыл бұрын
I thought only whites could be artistic and build buildings
@John-dd8kh 2 жыл бұрын
@@esecallum Was that sarcasm?
@nina793 2 жыл бұрын
@@esecallum they build with tools from china, we owe to their great yellow emperor his contribution to mankind. From farming to education, from observing the heavens to military tactics
@lissyyy5500 2 жыл бұрын
I love how much he enjoy doing his work, he has such a heart warming smile
@1ACL 2 жыл бұрын
I like how he's traditional, but decided to incorporate a new technique. Most traditional thanka painters would not be so bold. Its all about honoring Buddha and making the Buddha shine even brighter! Kudos!
@victoriabarclay3556 2 жыл бұрын
I have never seen cloisonné tangkas! And they are unbaked- did not know you could do that with cloisonné pigments. They are beautiful! Making tangkas seems like a spiritual work of its own
@Swnsasy 2 жыл бұрын
These are _BEYOND_ beautiful. The talent, tenacity and patients to create such amazing pieces is priceless..
@WoozyCool 2 жыл бұрын
02:57 From afar, it looks as if, it is painted with ordinary colors/pigments. Compare that to, 03:58 This close-up shot, you can see what he means, when he says that, these mineral powders glimmer life-like. It is extremely beautiful and unlike any other paint pigments you'd have ever seen. I hope the camera man/crew, gets more angles like the latter. These godly arts deserve more recognition.
@darlouthia5153 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful. There is much to be said about how creating art can be meditative.
@Mr.Meowgical 2 жыл бұрын
If it puts you in the flow, that's the way to go.
@lironmtnranch4765 2 жыл бұрын
As a young teen in the 80s I took a Cloisonne class at the community center one summer. It was a lot of fun and I especially liked the candy/gem look of bigger chunks of glass when they melted. This guy is really amazing!
@Jessica-kk1cz 2 жыл бұрын
I’m so glad there are people like him who have so much more patience than me, so they can make beautiful things like this.
@jamesconway4446 2 жыл бұрын
I've just learned about this technique makes me feel ignorant and blessed at same time! Amazing! Master at work! True artist!
@abcdfg4281 2 жыл бұрын
His Mandarin is so clear and nice to listen to, usually the different Chinese communities shown sound more unique but harder to understand.
@alocal1334 2 жыл бұрын
This is a real treat to be able to watch this magnificent artist. THANK YOU!
@markalfonso2210 2 жыл бұрын
Passion with heart is marvelous. My mind is blown on those intricate curves.
@amymbeauty8765 2 жыл бұрын
"I've already spent a year on it, but it won't be finished for another 5 or 6 months". My lord, now That is patience and dedication! I can only imagine how much they go for with that kind of time input!
@stephanieruggles7783 2 жыл бұрын
Imhave a thangka painting myself. It was given to me by a friend who visited a thangka painter and buddhist in his country. I gave the thangka painting a very special place. On the side of its back there is even a written blessing.
@jas_bataille 2 жыл бұрын
Imagine growing up not having access to paper and then change a thousand years old tradition by making it several orders of magnitude more complex just so you could feel like your versions truly are the best... What a legend.
@nina793 2 жыл бұрын
Wow ,my parents were so impressed when they toured this kind of factory when they were in China so many years ago, but there no you tube yet, so I've only seen this today 😊😊 thanks for sharing, your videos are amazing, subbed!
@enough1494 2 жыл бұрын
I fell in love with his spirit and soul……..spirit flows thru his fingers and eyes…..
@outoforder8791 2 жыл бұрын
Woah... Not only the art is beautiful, but also the artist himself.
@nara_saya 2 жыл бұрын
I can’t take my eyes off art works to read the subtitles, stunning
@taidelek9994 Жыл бұрын
May the Dreams and Aspiration of Tibetans come True ✨️
@kathyleo1638 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful, informative and inspiring. Your team went so far to Yushu, Qinghai to interview Norbu. So we can learn about the exotic and mysterious world of Cloisonne Thangkas. That's wonderful. The photography is excellent. Kudos to lighting and cameraman.
@Goldthread 2 жыл бұрын
Thanks a lot that means a lot to the team :)
@kathyleo1638 2 жыл бұрын
@@Goldthread I have shared this video with friends and family, and they think Norbu is world class! I myself like very the filmography 👍👍
@sicmesicme2360 2 жыл бұрын
Just one word: Lovely!! Long live the monks, their wisdom and skills 🙏
@lizzymoore54 2 жыл бұрын
EXTREMELY FOCUSED, yet almost in a trance. Such extreme dedication to each and every detail and it shows! Beautiful, simply beautiful. ☺️
@hxhdfjifzirstc894 2 жыл бұрын
A trance? No, LMAO. Clearly, you smoked too much incense.
@y-mefarm4249 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely stunning! And a true artist loves what they do and this guys smiles says it all. Sure would love an update on his finished piece.
@13c11a 2 жыл бұрын
Extraordinarily beautiful. I'm sure all the Buddhas take delight in your offerings.
@goodlookinouthomie1757 2 жыл бұрын
I'm not inspired by many videos these days, cynical old devil that I have become. But this one hit the spot. As an artist myself I have so many questions about the process, the materials, the subject.... what I wouldn't give to sit down with this man one day and ask them all!
@AnthonyGriz 2 жыл бұрын
Clearly very blessed to both have learnt the skills and be able to create that beautiful work!
@conscience-commenter 2 жыл бұрын
It takes a special PATIENT, SKILLED & DISCIPLINED ARTIST to start and finish something of such delicate intricacy and skill . Much respect to you .
@-Bloomingtales 2 жыл бұрын
AMAZING 😍 I love that he takes pride in carrying on their legacy. Some children want to do the opposite but I’m so glad he’s continuing to make this art. It’s stunning.
@xirogs 2 жыл бұрын
Making thangka is still very large over there since every home has a shrine.
@snubnosedmonke 2 жыл бұрын
this is the first time i’ve actually heard about this paining technique! It’s amazing and so impressive but like all art, this seems like very hard work, this man really is a master of his craft
@ShaneTallon88 2 жыл бұрын
Oh my God I love watching artistic creative people like this so much!!!!!
@carlycharlesworth1497 2 жыл бұрын
Wonderful work, such masterful skill, such concentration, and to work on representations of one's diety is an honour for the artist. Their concentration was so focussed and the quality of their work is so good. I would love to go and learn from such a master. Also, when he was walking along outside, he looked so peaceful and so happy, it was wonderful to see.
@TeaBurn 2 жыл бұрын
Incredible. These look insanely expensive with how intricately detailed and large these are.
@anaadiart5434 11 ай бұрын
Master Norbu 🙏 I hv No words for the beautiful art.
@tsultrimnorbu.thangka 8 ай бұрын
Thank you 🙏🏻
@cookbook800 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely amazing and breathtaking!
@vickiemeisinger9632 2 жыл бұрын
I have always Admired Cloissone artwork, & Now, I have been able to see it done!!!!! Thank you so much for this video and the presentation. It was lovelyexquisite♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️❣️❣️❣️
@43painter 2 жыл бұрын
I always thought Cloissonné was done [ indeed] with copper / gold metal wires and than filled with Enamel powder of different colours and when its ready it went into the oven to bake ! But this non baked variation is also very beautiful, ideed !!
@johannageisel5390 2 жыл бұрын
Yes, I also thought it would be baked.
@extended_e 2 жыл бұрын
At the end he said that painting wasn't ready yet, and need about 6 months more, so maybe it will be backed at end. Or he is just using self curing binder (chemical reaction and/or solvent evaporation). But backing is bit risky too as things can look different after backing. And backing can fail sometimes.
@43painter 2 жыл бұрын
@@extended_e Thank you for your extra info. I don't think he'll bake it, because the metal wires were glued in stead of solded.
@extended_e 2 жыл бұрын
@@43painter yeah, all wires should move when glue fails in high temperature, expected if it is something exotic. When it cools glass enamel would hold everything really well. Also if wires have no tension, then they wouldn't move during baking, only external forces would move them (enamel boiling, pressure from too much enamel on one side, titling in oven, etc). But you are most likely right about no baking.
@43painter 2 жыл бұрын
@@extended_e Thank you for your explanation. You seem to know a lot about it. Are you a goldsmith or jewelry maker yourself? Or have you also used this technique in an unconventional way? I myself am a draftsman and painter, so I don't know much about this.
@happiness4vr 2 жыл бұрын
Magnificent and Beautiful and Creative. Thank you kindly for sharing this with your viewers.
@lucilletorres5989 2 жыл бұрын
WOW! His work is STUNNING! I marvel at all he does.
@Davy.J.Y 2 жыл бұрын
This guy is a truly amazing artist. His artworks are beautiful and wonderful ..
@MariaAlvarez-sm8bv Жыл бұрын
What a splendid artist and technique. Excellent video, congrats!
@shannonolivas9524 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful bright colors, very interesting technique.
@madArt1981 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome work. The hours of work are insurmountable incalculable. A lot of love sweat & tears go into art like that
@eide97 2 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful and delicate form of art°!!!! Love it!
@annsmith4739 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing,beautiful what a great gift you have never stop ✋
@preethibhardwaj8400 2 жыл бұрын
Stunningly beautiful!👏👏👏
@nikriggs9830 2 жыл бұрын
As soon as I saw what you were doing I subscribed this is amazing love all the detailed work.
@marcocatxx 2 жыл бұрын
利害. 好喜愛這類藝術作品. 也想跟他們一起制作..
@hiraethart 2 жыл бұрын
wow. such a beautiful result! I didnt know of this technique, love it!
@jctai100 2 жыл бұрын
Those paintings look amazing!
@adriennefraschetta5391 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing work!!!! Thank you for sharing your talent!!
@MDeLorien 2 жыл бұрын
Wow. Absolutely mind blowing 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
@Zen0NoMind1 2 жыл бұрын
Fabulous works of art!💗
@seviregis7441 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely incredible work with such intricate detail.
@t4rtee819 2 жыл бұрын
i am so glad that this vid popped up in my recs it is stunning to see this artwork and flawless wire bending
@Goldthread 2 жыл бұрын
Glad you like it!
@anitacigarette 2 жыл бұрын
That is talent that goes beyond words!
@coccinelle-zt5uo 2 жыл бұрын
ABSOLUMENT MAGNIFIQUE !!! Merci pour cette vidéo !
@justagirlsd3000 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful! Lost arts are so fascinating.
@angelad.8944 2 жыл бұрын
Wow......almost speechless.
@ReINaJasmin85 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing! Such gift!
@sunniesh9915 2 жыл бұрын
im mesmerize, such a tedious process yet the finish is marvelous
@carolyn6689 2 жыл бұрын
Wow ! So beautiful and detailed ,I can imagine they take a very long time.❤️👍🏻
@dominikseljan3043 2 жыл бұрын
This is so awesome omg
@minervagaraynieves7220 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful
@yyg4632 2 жыл бұрын
this is just shockingly beautiful
@rumpelpumpel7687 2 жыл бұрын
just wow - absolutly amazing.
@monadamus42 2 жыл бұрын
Really great video! The gold wire idea is so cool! Thank you
@matheusbelezia6678 2 жыл бұрын
é tão bom ver um artista de verdade trabalhando
@christianmartinez3600 2 жыл бұрын
Very cool! I hope he lives a long life and his descendants carry it on
@deborahpetith8710 2 жыл бұрын
Stunning absolutely Stunning.
@Swilton100 2 жыл бұрын
Completely Stunning Beautiful - Glorious.
@dero4378 2 жыл бұрын
Haven't seen this kind of art before. I really like it!
@dreoneful 2 жыл бұрын
This is more than art
@wolflinggon5664 2 жыл бұрын
Wow… such beautiful art
@beccasbestlight2604 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful art form, so very intricate and the colours are exquisite. Well done :)
@theangrypainter826 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing workmanship!
@YoursTrulyMew 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful work
@sailorman1735 2 жыл бұрын
Tibet is an amazing country, with amazing people.
@fabioaraujo8379 2 жыл бұрын
always learning... this is exquisite!
@mistapostman24 2 жыл бұрын
The definition of tedious but yet beautiful and amazing!!!
@bentleygt3716 2 жыл бұрын
wow. gorgeous work.
@cristinacherodia4734 2 жыл бұрын
Magnífico, que belo artista. Tocou meu coração
@latitudeselongitudes1932 2 жыл бұрын
eu amo pinturas thangka,principalmente em telas de algodão e seda,aquelas mais antigas com cores desbotadas, envelhecidas. Você pode encontrar várias em museus,coleções particulares e lojas especializadas em Kathmandu. Essa técnica em particular é belíssima. Amo arte asiática em geral,as pinturas,esculturas em pedra,madeira,metais e manteiga,mandalas de areia,música,arquitetura de templos e mosteiros
@mellow5123 2 жыл бұрын
He's so happy.
@genreofstubby 2 жыл бұрын
WOW!!!!!! those are beautiful!!!
@HaveaGreatDayEveryone 2 жыл бұрын
That’s amazing!
@hellionstao4573 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely beautiful, wish I could afford a piece!!
@suzylu333 2 жыл бұрын
wow this is amazing!!!
@AllDayBikes 2 жыл бұрын
That is beautiful artwork man
@christophernichols1379 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely exquisite. You should have students too numerous to count. The world is a mors beautiful place because of you. Thank you for sharing your magnificent skills.
@rebeccavalicoff1581 2 жыл бұрын
Fabulous!
@bojanalukic8515 2 жыл бұрын
Beautiful, congrats!
@moyashisoba 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing and unique art from an amazing artist.
@liliabenjamin2213 2 жыл бұрын
This is so beautiful. I'm amazed
@walter4919 2 жыл бұрын
MARVELLOUS WORK!!!!!!
@fuchsfarben 2 жыл бұрын
what a beautiful technique :)
@MightyMonk360 2 жыл бұрын
Stumbled on this video what a gem 💎
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