I yelled that it was about to drip but I must not have been loud enough. I'm still learning to communicate through space and time.

If met with a statement like "you should have used more blue" a useful approach is to challenge that: "Oh? why do you think that?" That moves it from their ideas vs your ideas into the realm of discussion. Once a discussion is established you are in a better place to test their statements and you are also more open to hearing feedback as it can be backed with their reasons and weighed against your own. :)

Peter, do you ever feel like a mad scientist, chemist, or alchemist when filling your ink pens with an eye dropper?

"Anyone working a job out there?" If you care to know, I'm a utility pipeline locator. I spray the lines all over the road indicating the location of different utilities. Been doing it 5 years. Its a pretty cool gig especially if you like painting lines. Love your videos Peter!

Peter is getting so close to a whole million subscribers, and i couldn't be happier for him. About dang time!

I've never felt such intense suspense as when that filled and open pen bottom was balanced precariously on end 😬😲

peter, you are my happy place. when i am dealing with any anxiety, or feeling a bit down, i watch your videos and am swept up in your quirky enthusiasm until all my woes melt away. thank you for existing, sir. i wish you all the good stuff in the world! [got to the end of the video-edit] and, no, you should definitely not just have to sit back and take it. people are entitled to their opinions, but no one is obligated to listen to them, lol.

The amount of blue is highly subjective (ask Picasso) you speak up for what you believe. This maybe the wisdom your prof is trying to impart, stay true to you!!

My favorite part of all of your videos is the beginning when you say "Hello everyone, my name is Peter...". I hope you never stop saying it.

I would ask your professor if they like that you defend your work, or they would rather you just reflect on other's opinions. Could be a good gage of how you're perceived.

I think a good response to most critiques would be, "Why do you think that?" Because then it would help you determine whether they have a valid technical reason, or whether it is just personal taste. I believe you have every right to defend your work. But self reflection is always a good thing too. Only you know. 👍🙂

I wonder if your peers struggle to produce a critique? If it’s expected and required..maybe that pressure causes a little panic and they pull things out of the air..which isn’t making sense to you. ? I think I would feel like a deer in the headlights if I HAD to critique your creations. Without thinking too much about it I suggest you listen and thank them and leave it be. Ultimately doesn’t the critique say more about the giver than the receiver? Maybe is it less of a need to defend as it is to have the last word? I’m just asking. You do seem to have a heightened need to feel understood. So you launch into your rationale..but then quickly realize there is no need to express your preferences. (I do this too!) I could be all full of bologna. I love your creations and videos. You are teaching all of us. Thank you!

We gotta get Peter to 1milliom subs!

Remember "Beauty is in the eye of the beholder" ... one mans "Too much Blue" is another mans "Perfect amount of Blue" , as long as your not getting upset and defensive over the critiques than just take others opinions as a way to understand more of the world :) you don't have to agree but understanding is powerful :)

in my experience after two degrees, if it's a prof giving the critique it's good to push back in the form of a question so that you can learn more from them "why is it not enough blue? There's blue here and here..." If on the other hand it's another student and they aren't obviously someone with enviable knowledge and skill then they're probably just making stuff up to get through the class or they're trying hard but they don't know much and you take it all with a grain of salt. Especially since you have a lot of artistic experience and are older and wiser than your average college kid, it's not your first rodeo and your intuition as an artist is finally honed... to me school is about learning as much as i can so even when I disagreed with a prof's assessment I always tried to get to the bottom of why they thought that way.. if it was a peer? i didn't care too much. Maybe thats arrogance but I think it's fine. I don't know why they have peers review each others work when their critiques are most likely not based on anything substantial.

Hello Peter, how about doing another drawing your feelings video? It really feels so relaxing. Salutes from Spain 🤘🏻🤘🏻

Hey Peter, in regards to your critiques issue, the simple answer is yes, just stand there and take it. Many schools actually don't allow the student whose work is being critiqued to say anything (which is wack honestly). But overall, critiques are there to give you perspective outside your own. They aren't meant to punch down or belittle the art or the artist, they're there so that you can gain insight from peers and potential consumers. If you feel a critique is unnecessary or that what that person is saying is just wrong, then don't listen to them. I've had plenty of professors make a suggestion to a student that, when implemented, made the piece worse. So don't take what other people say as gospel, it's just their opinion that you can choose to incorporate or not. I don't think defending yourself is wrong, per se, but it devalues the experience of hearing out your peers, and giving their thoughts a fair chance. Just because you believe a piece to have just the right amount of blue (as you said) it may look better if you used it elsewhere strategically. It also may look unbalanced. (This is also the wonderful power of digital art, where we can see just what something would look like slightly differently) Oh boy I know that was long, but hopefully it helps. TL;DR, critique isn't an attack, it's an open discussion about different views and opinions. Its best when you absorb what others say, and make your own (now better informed) choices from there.

Go on Peter! So close to one million subscribers, and still you keep being close and kind to your followers. Thank you for sharing your art and your interest in fountain pens for other people to see and learn. I wish you great success.

That black ink is probably the most satisfying thing I’ve watched in a long time.

I imagine this pen being handy for tattoo artists practicing script! It being thicker it matches the feeling of a large grip, I may give it a try and see!

Working as a 3D artist on some cars. More technical than artistic but I get a similar feeling as when I draw. Really clears my mind and its just chill. Helps that im working from home and dont have to care about deadlines that much.

1. To speed the saturation of the feed and nib after eyedropping or installing a cartridge, I like to stick the nib in the ink bottle for 10-20 seconds. It helps quite a bit. 2. The Moonman Q1 is a close copy of the discontinued Tombow 828, aka the Tombow Egg. Some say the fat design is easier to use for those with arthritis. 3. Critiques are why I didn't stick around for another degree in college. I developed quite the phobia.

Hey, I was just pondering on when your next upload might be. Happy times!

Everyone see's art through their own personal growth, personal experiences, and personal taste/tactile. I have always defended my work but learned to not let it show too much in the moment, but rather take everything into consideration as an act in front of everyone. Every now and again someone will suggest something that will be beneficial but until then, i would just nod, and defend your art in a small manor, not to show a complete blocking of constructive criticism. There is always room for improvement but how handle the criticism will determine weather or not you are growing as an artist and individual. That is just experience and suggestion to you but you do you. Thanks for sharing, you are very talented.

sometimes it's just so relaxing to listen to you, your voice is special. your drawings are always an experience. thanks.

I just love your rants, they always make me reflect on myself and you are also an amazing artist. I love it here.

This is such a beautiful drawing. One of my favorites you’ve done! Love your channel!

So glad I came across this channel. Was kinda obsessed with procedural art when I was a kid and this stuff is just ridiculously good. If I get back into drawing it will be thanks to you Peter :D

I love using eyedropper pens - I have found that just dipping the nib in the ink is enough to get things started if the ink isn't making it all the way through the feed as fast as you want it to in a pen that has been cleaned and dried all the way (or a new pen)

Your art makes me happy

Thank you so much for posting these videos Peter! You are incredibly artistic and great to listen to. You've inspired me to start my own channel on youtube. Keep up the good work and thank you.

The first drawing with the blue ink is so incredible. Really love it. 🎨👍

This art style is so intriguing

I’m so happy to see this pen!! Great job Peter

I just cant get over how amazing and clean all of your pieces are

Thanks for giving me peace in these sad times.

#1 thing I learned in school (not art, but engineering) was that my classmates' "constructive criticism" was usually not useful. It typically came from a teacher with not enough time to correct every student's work, so they asked students to peer-review. It's incredibly useful for people in a profession that actually care to help each other, but when you're freshmen or sophomore college students, the peer-reviews usually just look for flaws so they can get their own grade and get out. Good peer-review and criticism comes with a discussion and sound reasoning from both sides of the discussion.

You are such a beautiful person, Peter. The world needs more people like you.

Your art mesmerizes me in concert with your narrative. I must have this pen.

So far you are the only reviewer showing that awesome cap trick with checking out the nib. Thanks!

Thank you for the smiles!❤ Also, I really love the blue. It looked almost black in a couple of places that you laid down the ink thickly. Which is a nice range from the light blue of other areas. 👍🏻

That lense at the end of the cap is awesome! Beautiful set.

Your style of artwork kicks ass! It's very cool and unique!

wow! your drawings have gotten better. i really enjoyed watching both pieces come together. great work!!!

I just found your channel randomly, and I want to say how cool those two pieces are that you doodled. Such cool intricate designs.

Wow. These colors float my boat

Thank you for this review. I love my Q1. Seeing the top of the cap as a loupe was a fun AHA moment.

You got a calming voice bro. I got frustrated with fountain pens after having trouble getting them going then I switched to dip pens, your video helped me like them again. I only accept critique if it adds something new to my approach to all art, not just one piece. I think gathering different ways of thinking of things keeps things interesting, it's a great motivator and reflects in your work, evidently as it does in yours.

I love how Peter just goes on about car manufacturing while simultaneously doodling one of the best drawings I’ve ever seen

you made me want to get the pen as my first moonman reservoir type pen. thank you dude, i love the wackiness of this thing and i cant wait to get it in the mail!

I wish I could do what he does on paper! Thank you for your videos Peter. Super calming and very entertaining.

This pen is the exact proportions of a cartoon character's pen

I didn't realize I had lost your channel but im back and loving the art

That loupe cap is genius

Wow it’s been awhile since I’ve visited. You’ve grown your channel so much in recent years and I’m glad to see you again. Keep it up man!

Your art is a expression of you and they are just speaking on what they would do. Everyone see art in different ways but dont let what someone else thinks get you in a funk about your work. I love your work and dont stop doing what you do. There are alot of people who wish they could do what you can like me. I cant draw a stick figure. You are awesome dont let anybody tell you different.

I didn’t even know he uploaded and now I’m happy 😁

The loope! Such a great feature!

I decided to pick up this little pen because of this video 😁 and I'm loving the heck out of it! Amazing review and illustrations, Peter ! You're an inspiration! Thank you for the lore behind this little chonky pen, too 🙏! Keep up the great work

I really like your style of art. I too think black is one of the best colors for pens

love the blue ink, and the 2nd nib was so nice! The stipling in the drawing was very fine!

Marvelous art.

With my university the lecturers would say their criticisms about the project and if you are able to defend and justify what you've done they are more willing to understand your mindset and will be less likely to act on the criticism. Almost like defending yourself in court. They told us that we need to believe in our process more than anything else because that's what makes a good designer, not someone who follows someone elses rules but rather someone re-inventing the rules or living by their own.

My therapist told me I knew a lot about pens. I directed him to PeterDraws

This is exactly what I want to watch when relaxing ty Peter.

I just found you and love your videos. Also, You have a great voice that could narrate books. Thank you for sharing 🙋🏻‍♀️

Peter, you somehow remind of someone and no one at the same time. Never stop drawing man, you're always an inspiration to your peers.

Gah! Tsutsuji and Kon Peki are two of my favorite Iroshizuku inks! 💖 I'm used to you using black, but I'm glad to see you selected gorgeous colors, too!

First ever video from this channel I've watched, it's very relaxing

There is no reason not to defend your choices as long as you are willing to accept that you could be wrong. If someone can't back up their criticism then it is not valid so a healthy debate on disagreements is always a good thing.

Peter, peer criticism only works to a point. And I would say to minor point. It’s why I find many review sites to be at fault. After all, so much of art, music, writing, cooking, etc., is subjective and reflects both the skill and opinions of the person(s) creating it. I was at a Mexican restaurant and thought the food was great. Later, I went to give them a review on Yelp and a bunch of people gave them bad reviews saying the food wasn’t spicy enough. So, different strokes (pen strokes) for different folks. Personally, I’d like to see more of the other type of artwork you do, beyond your sketches. I’m very curious to see what you’ve been having to defend.

A whole master piece by 19:45. Thank you for a wonderful video.

Hey. Just a homeschooling mom who finished up second grade with her daughter yesterday (hallelujah!). Taking a week or so break before starting up third grade. I wish I was traveling or looking at waves, though. I'll gladly settle for watching you put ink on a page, however, as it's just as calming and intriguing as any body of water or vacation I could take. Keep up the awesome work.

"Hey-yy you copied me...it's got wheels", 😂😂😂

you are a superstar Peter, I remember you videos from the beginning, respect

Loved these drawings

hey peter, love the videos. currently watching while building a 3d printer for Architecture class. good luck with interior design, i know how tough studios can get

As for jobs, I work in film and tv as a makeup artist, carpenter, and grip, plus filling in on other departments as needed. I need to take a break from carpentery work though, as I seem to have developed a skin allergy to sawdust. Most likely the formaldehyde used in plywood. Good thing I didn't become a mortician!

A bit of trivia in case you're interested Peter! About the ink names, 'konpeki' means 'azure'. 'kosumosu' is just the way they pronounce 'cosmos' (I'm assuming the type of flower because of the pink colour, not as in space). And 'tsutsuji' means 'azalea'. So the names are quite poetic too!

Use both inks to make a 3d drawing and maybe get some 3d red and blue glasses

19:40 looks like an underwater city, I love it!

Συγχαρητήρια πολλά Πήτερ !!!μου αρέσουν πολύ όλα αυτά που δημιουργείς .Να εισαι καλά με υγεία ❤️

Listening to you talk about pen drama was so oddly relaxing (:

I want to start out by saying great video as always, I'm looking forward to seeing the full sketchbook! For what you were saying about criticism, I think I'm the same way in crits, I am usually pretty confident that there are errors and mistakes in my work, but I find that a lot of the criticisms I get are preference based or just plain wrong, so I find myself defending my work more than I would like too, only because I don't think half the criticisms I get are even remotely close to why I don't like the way things I made turn out. The problem is then I get really into my head about whether or not my dismissal of certain criticisms is just some subconscious defense mechanism and if my work is even worse than I thought, and from then on it's just an downwards spiral of mistrusting my own eyes and all positive feedback I have ever received. The moral of the story being I don't think you're alone in that concern.

When it comes to art I think it is perfectly okay to disagree with criticism that you feel differently about. Art is such and opinionated thing that is meant to make people feel something so you are bound that have people that feel differently about it, some people will like it, some people won’t. At the end of the day, what is really important is if you like it and if you feel you did that piece justice. If you say it has enough blue then it has enough blue

Stunning pictures as always Peter. You have such a unique style I get lost watching you drawing for hours some days. But hell yeah you can defend your work in class, you are the creator of it, there are always things we can improve on but if you like it than that's how it's suppose to be. How can someone else know what image you have in your head and wish to portray

I like how you draw and your style. Keep up the videos they’re great.

I loved the blue drawing. They're all amazing tho as always

That blue is really beautiful

The point of critiques are to learn what others are seeing in your work, have an open discussion and learn how to talk about your work. As a professor I want to see my students actively listening, taking notes, and responding with thoughtful statements, rebuttals, and questions. Each professor conducts critiques in our own way, if you are growing as an artist then you are doing what you need to do in class.

That room looks nice, and beautiful pens.

The pens and inks look great.

I have the moonman wancai mini in my pocket at all times. I've been carrying it for over a year and it's so nice. It's super tiny for a fountain pen. It's really nice

I have this Moonman Q1 in every colour except for clear! The nib can be exchanged with Bock nibs - threads match up exactly, and Parallel nibs can friction fit inside too

I really like the blue. 😊

This was fascinating to watch. Thanks

Love your drawings.

I love how you draw, is there a video where you explain your drawing process or inspiration? I often run out of ideas but these drawings seem to be their own idea entirely

For us who have arthritis and also a architecture student thick pens are god sent

Loved this one!