I feel like sometimes I just need to hear from David Bull.
@optics8019
6 жыл бұрын
yeah, cuz sometimes drinking yourself to death just doesnt cut it
@ljjlander1
6 жыл бұрын
@@ProperlyParanoid how?
@rachelbaker3511
5 жыл бұрын
Uplifting tale of snowy something! Love it. The fabric, the beautiful color, the great populist literature of Japan in Meiji Japan.
@LandsLife
4 жыл бұрын
Literally clicked this just for that exact reason
@jevansiom1
4 жыл бұрын
Literally everyday I go to work
@Waknoodle
6 жыл бұрын
These videos could be 4 hours long and I would watch every second
@Stevofaves
2 жыл бұрын
man i wish
@donsimons9810
2 жыл бұрын
These are well produced. Why wouldn't you? Your time is very valuable? lol
@derekkozel
6 жыл бұрын
"I was kind of getting afraid about this getting a bit too long but the recent feedback from viewers on that point has been pretty strong so whatever, lets go for it" Yes, yes! Go for it! Always go for it. ;)
@Drakub
6 жыл бұрын
This David's Choice series is the best thing on the internet.
@jfrere617
3 жыл бұрын
Coming 2 years after to say: Won't be long before the whole series goes to Netflix or something like that lol... Even David himself must have some idea like this between hands xD
@donsimons9810
2 жыл бұрын
I think this guy should be declared a national treasure in at least 3 countries
@frmacleod
6 жыл бұрын
The clouds parted as the rain died down, revealing a ray of sunshine and glimpse of heaven - another episode of David’s Choice.
@trahnettilhcs
6 жыл бұрын
frmacleod a fellow Prasanth follower, today is indeed a good day
@frmacleod
6 жыл бұрын
trahnettilhcs I can’t go a day without a Prasanth video. The dude mellows me out.
@tigonridge
6 жыл бұрын
Very nice haiku. :)
@tmimify
6 жыл бұрын
So those were basically pulp novels of Japan at the time.
@4468
6 жыл бұрын
Another hugely interesting video, I always love the presentation that Dave gives; such a calm and knowledgeable voice.
@SwitchAndLever
6 жыл бұрын
Yay! I was just thinking yesterday that it was a long time since there was a new video. Love your stories and learning about the intricacies both about the old Japanese printing industry, and history. Thanks for these videos!
@Dgc2003
6 жыл бұрын
If you didn't already know he does a daily ~hour long stream (www.twitch.tv/japaneseprintmaking). Dave talks a lot about experiences, history, methods, etc.
@sh0gun___
6 жыл бұрын
I had no idea he did this stream, thank you so much
@BayernLean
6 жыл бұрын
I enjoy the twitch, but I also enjoy the KZitem videos.
@zach123101
6 жыл бұрын
It's almost like an early comic/manga
@WheelEstate
6 жыл бұрын
Yes! ASMR fix received.
@arcaneportal8981
6 жыл бұрын
As a professional tattoo artist and graphic designer, this traditional artistry will be of use to me for sure , thank you very much for sharing !!!
@tanyaegorova3149
4 жыл бұрын
You should try offering someone to fill in the sleeve(s, matching, maybe?) with characters inspired by these books! That would be so unique and almost mosaic-like, I think.
@RobertMilesAI
6 жыл бұрын
That would be a fun AI project, and certainly doable with current technology. The challenge would be putting together a large enough corpus of human translated work to train the system on. You might find you run out of extant volumes before you've got enough training data to get good performance
@coloradodafronteira
6 жыл бұрын
Robert Miles Wow I watch all your videos and this is the last channel I'd expect to see you interacting
@XcaptainXobliviousX
6 жыл бұрын
This might be a good deal easier than all that really. The language itself hasn't substantially changed so much as the letters themselves have. they threw out all the chaff and Hentaigana back in 1900, so It's basically just a job of recognizing the old cursive scripts and transcoding it to modern kana. I'm no expert on computers or AI but surely character recognition is way easier than actual translation?
@JohnAmoss
6 жыл бұрын
I've got a couple of such books. In fact, I think that Dave gave me one when we were working together in '02- and the most impressive thing in my mind is the minute text carving (in reverse, no less!). There was no [DELETE] button for mistakes...
@CodeProvider
6 жыл бұрын
I was wondering about the text.. looked like people just wrote it over and over again. Carving makes more sense but that's insane
@JohnAmoss
6 жыл бұрын
Oh, it's all carved to look like brush script. I can't imagine the time invested.
@ThomasHeather
6 жыл бұрын
to watch someone who is so clearly a master in his field speak about his chosen subject is so calming and enlightening
@heartmountains
6 жыл бұрын
I was really hankering for a new video from you this week and voila, here you are. Thanks for making another video in this great series.
@SuperNoobdude
6 жыл бұрын
NOTIFICATION SQUAD WHERE YOU AT
@sphereedits5724
6 жыл бұрын
here
@bigpinkstudios
6 жыл бұрын
I just barely found this video. Stupid notification bell didn't get me.
@Squalestang92
4 жыл бұрын
The reason I can't get enough of these videos is his pure passion for what he talks about
@LCVII
3 жыл бұрын
Man, each and every episode of this series is an astonishing lesson and a priceless transcultural trip! Thank you so much for that Mr. Bull!
@SockenbartderI
6 жыл бұрын
David allways gives me those beloved Bob Ross vibes
@PixelBytesPixelArtist
4 жыл бұрын
“artificial intelligence” would be able to read the original prints if trained, infacr it could be done right now but i doubt there’s much demand for the american and chinese tech companies (most of which are dealing with “artificial intelligence”) to read these old japanese manuscripts, so it hasn’t been done yet, to my knowledge atleast
@YoutubeStandardLicense
4 жыл бұрын
Artificial intelligence engineer here. It's not trivial but its doable. You would have to build a large training set of japanese characters mostly hand written and then scan these in image form then map each character using the CNN and its training set. Then you could translate them Honestly the hardest part would actually be scanning or acquiring the images of the prints themselves or getting 100,000s of Japanese characters written in script
@bobstephens5599
6 жыл бұрын
22m long David's Choice. Don't mind if I do.
@geberlan
6 жыл бұрын
Your calm voice and the intriguing subject can be passed as an ASMR :D I'm so glad that I've found this channel.
@digitalArtform
6 жыл бұрын
I’m continually amazed by how “well written” your extemporaneous speech sounds in all your videos.
@seseragistudio
6 жыл бұрын
I don't want to disappoint you, but do have to mention that I use a teleprompter on some of these - the ones where I have a specific number of things that I want to cover. The 'ramble' videos (like the Remembering a Carver) are done 'free', but the video you have commented on was done with the prompting ...
@LisaGutsin
6 жыл бұрын
Yey!!! I missed this! Your videos are always so soothing and make me so content.
@GreyWolfLeaderTW
5 жыл бұрын
I think we just discovered how manga came about. If the Japanese were illustrating novels with large graphics on every page way back in the Edo era, they effectively invented the graphic novel in the 17th century.
@DawnLangstroth
6 жыл бұрын
AI Overlords- rofl 🤣 Love the enthusiasm that you have for your work, Mr. Bull... 🙏🏻😊💕
@omfgacceptmyname
6 жыл бұрын
the carving and printing videos are a joy to watch (the 3hour cut of girl in the water comes to mind), but your storytelling and the history in ukiyo-e could keep me captivated for hours and hours. i hope to have the money to support your patreon one day; i know i will never regret the investment.
@idesofmars
6 жыл бұрын
isnt the amount you donate your choice?
@lukeheritage4883
6 жыл бұрын
Hey David! I never was even interested in these topics before I discovered your videos, but I absolutely love watching every one of your videos. Thanks for putting so much work into them, and I hope you continue for a long time!
@johnkilbride3436
6 жыл бұрын
I simply love these videos. People sharing their enthusiasm and knowledge about a given is one of my favorite things on KZitem! I highly recommend that anyone that visits Japan checks out David's shop and participates in one of his print parties! It was one of the highlights of my trip!
@toth.42
2 ай бұрын
@21:42 - Well, we're probably there.
@leedoucette
6 жыл бұрын
The beginning of comic books...
@RichMitch
6 жыл бұрын
Ordered the great wave this morning! Can't wait! 💃💃💃
@wimhoskens6242
6 жыл бұрын
Me too! A new video to watch in the meantime.
@RichMitch
6 жыл бұрын
Wim Hoskens 💃💃💃
@naui_diver9290
5 жыл бұрын
Your voice is very calming to me Mr. Bull
@jamescash8051
2 жыл бұрын
I don't always watch Japanese wood block printing videos, but when I do I watch Dave Bull..
@aria8928
5 жыл бұрын
Meanwhile it took the west how many hundreds of years to get to dime novels and pulp fiction.
@andreaegea72
6 жыл бұрын
Good night Dave :)
@stlrnk
6 жыл бұрын
This is one of the most interesting videos I've seen in a while. Thank you Dave!
@bobcatethan8919
6 жыл бұрын
Yaaay you're back
@b_aleman
10 ай бұрын
Watching Dave take scissors to that book made me shutter. If anyone knows what they are doing, its Dave. But still... "DONT SNEEZE, DAVE!!"
@MrScotchpie
Жыл бұрын
These scraps used as wrapping paper went on to inspire the French impressionist movement and later the art deco graphic art. Mucha was very influenced by ukiyo-e
@arthurtheartist9126
4 жыл бұрын
11:55 @ Jojo’s bizarre adventures
@scottpascoe562
Жыл бұрын
At about the 8 min mark I see on the page a description of something as a " rape ". I could swear that in the video for Making a Kuchi-e that for the longest time I hear you say " Its makes a nice demonstration of the rape duplication process ". And I did! I always wondered about the use of that word and context of it in Japanese printing.
@michaelmcdowall4152
4 жыл бұрын
Even though they're looked down on, are there any characters or stories from that era of pulp novels that have had a lasting impact on Japanese culture? The way Dave describes these books remind me of the oft derided pulp magazines of early- to mid-20th century America, which still gave us timeless characters like Conan the Barbarian, Zorro, Buck Rogers, etc.
@printface4935
2 жыл бұрын
Regarding the details added by the copyists; as a graphic designer, I've often thought the white-on-red star pattern that fills space in many of my Kunichika prints must be a kind of stock pattern. I'm guessing there were sheets prepared with various patterns, and they glued these to the block to fill up the image.
@johnfire100
3 жыл бұрын
most germans today cannot read the old fraktur schrift, the gothic script from before ww1. i spent a fair amount of time studying it just so i could read books from the 1800s. much like your novels. alot of my art books are written like that, also a really cool book on perspective from the early 1700s
@hushvirginia
6 жыл бұрын
I haven’t been so excited about a new KZitem video as I was when I saw this one pop up. Glad to have you back Dave!
@MiguelEnriqueCVeluz
2 жыл бұрын
As someone who used to buy old kokeshi dolls, I agree that people probably find interest in the paper packaging too. I find all sorts of fascinating information just from the newspapers and reused magazines, and often times, the images are just as interesting, if not more.
@VenusHeadTrap2
4 жыл бұрын
I think viewers love your ramblings because they are like bedtime stories :) and fascinating to boot
@yaronimus1
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. That was fascinating. Great video!
@vxrdrummer
2 жыл бұрын
I read Transformers Manga translated to English. It was so weird getting used to reading backwards, and then it was really weird getting used to reading forward again after I had read nothing but Manga for a while!
@zanettaczika
3 жыл бұрын
People are here for art ... Some are here cause they want to learn something, others are here cause they love Japanese culture etc. I'm here for David...
@vincentm.7462
6 жыл бұрын
I have a Shiba Inu too!
@danielgregg2530
Жыл бұрын
They way they laid out the text is so, er, whimsical (no wonder they lost the war . . . )
@erniethenyctabby2915
3 жыл бұрын
who else is watching 20:52 and like thinking "david, give those wrapping paper to me!" lol
@LLUN-i5u
2 жыл бұрын
15:31, a brief interruption and then seamlessly back to the lesson.
@jaquoiagriswa
21 күн бұрын
little did he know his AI prediction would come true
@DrMillerfan
3 жыл бұрын
David, do you have Scottish heritage? Just getting a hint in your accent.
@teripower8597
3 жыл бұрын
Maybe his daughter did some of Hokusai details.
@ashhempsall9803
Жыл бұрын
truly lovely! 🐈⬛ thank you Mokuhankan
@isaiahcruz3431
6 жыл бұрын
I love your videos sir, nice to see you upload again :)
@owengrady
2 жыл бұрын
so essentially designers were just concept artists? interesting
@sleepfriend9229
6 жыл бұрын
How do you nominate a person as a UNESCO world heritage site? Absolutely ADORE your ability to convey art history in a gentle but focused manner. even though the work may be considered "sub-par" the work its an incredible insight as to how the medium has managed to survive and of the culture in general. thank you for your work!
@malandrolabs
25 күн бұрын
So this was the sign to invest in AI back then!
@deeplyseated7427
5 жыл бұрын
Ever thought about going into therapy? The art is good too.
@afluffywhitekitty8589
6 жыл бұрын
Your channel is so COMFY.
@Zades145
5 жыл бұрын
i wish i could give this video two thumbs up
@jofox8066
5 жыл бұрын
Those little books remind me of an early form of comics. They were printed on mass, heavily illustrated and not treated as any kind of high brow art. Thank-you for another excellent video.
@GlassesnMouthplates
5 жыл бұрын
Basically people back then treated "second hand" Ukiyo-e like how we treat newspapers and magazines nowadays. Except Ukiyo-e are like 100x more complicated to make copies of hence they are so valuable in our era.
@999MichaelMyers999
4 жыл бұрын
ASMR Professional!!
@OwenPrescott
6 жыл бұрын
I think a cool video idea could be about different types of paper / wood used in traditional Japanese art. I assume you've got a bunch of materials in your studio. I'm an artist and draw in this sort of style, I want to create more traditional looking work.
@1Ma9iN8tive
4 жыл бұрын
Superb explanation of how Japanese ukiyo-e comes to be noticed, appreciated and eventually impactful in European western culture, society and ultimately in European art.
@micheledeidda2565
4 жыл бұрын
David's choice was a brave and unique one. My choice was similar though what brought me far from my homeland and family was a strong wind in my heart that propelled me into an unknown land. And after all isn't it love in both cases?
@RebelliousLens
6 жыл бұрын
Fantastic overview. Tangentially, the prints we purchased back on the 1st of April will be framed and hanged soon. They arrived in California perfectly. We are excited to come visit you again, hopefully soon, and until then will be living vicariously as always through your videos.
@linasotnikova1752
3 жыл бұрын
Вот бы русские субтитры.. (
@dragonsouleater1119
3 жыл бұрын
dave, i love you, man; but the thumbnail for this video makes you look a bit crazy LUL
@seseragistudio
3 жыл бұрын
@DragonSoulEater11 Maybe it's just accurate ... :-)
@TashaH21
3 жыл бұрын
He is just... so cool i love him
@markreed1859
3 жыл бұрын
Once again, absolutely great video David ! I luv your passion and enthusiasm.
@MrRemorseless
6 жыл бұрын
Superb presentation Dave. What is the drawing at 7:35? It's very beautiful, makes me imagine a baroque version of the flat medieval art of the West.
@oliversolimeno1904
4 жыл бұрын
I listen to his voice to relax but I can't stop thinking about how hard it would be to cut those and line up the paper perfectly every time.
@henriqueoliveiramonteiroda1134
3 жыл бұрын
What is the name of these books in Japanese? Best regards from Brazil David !
@seseragistudio
3 жыл бұрын
草双紙 en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kusazōshi
@chriss8107
6 жыл бұрын
I was reading about the making of this video on Facebook. I am happy and excited about every new video, learning, experience new things, but I won't push you "We want new videos now!" Take all the time you need.
@4ngu54110tt
6 жыл бұрын
This is incredible! The original pulp fiction! I'm excited about this. It would be awesome to keep the pictures yet translate the stories across multiple languages. Of course this may not be possible using woodblock printing exclusively but digital printing via Photoshop with woodblock printed of covers may be profitable. Imagine being able to read these stories now...how would they be different from today's serials or Manga stories. Please explore this possibility David...If you cannot do this today it may be a possibility for later. Losing this form of Japanese cultural heratige should not be allowed to happen. Thank you.
@richardwilliamsiv3778
Жыл бұрын
We’re here for you David-San. The printing is just a happy bonus
@CodeProvider
6 жыл бұрын
AMAZING VIDEO THANK YOU
@bumblebeeman2103
3 жыл бұрын
the system of matching symbols for the reading portion of the books looks kinda chaotic at first but it's actually really good for getting the reader to really delve deep into the prints themselves. It's like they're guiding us around all the possible details to look at, really cool!
@TheChach
6 жыл бұрын
YEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEES
@GerikDT
6 жыл бұрын
Wonderful video. Those books really do look like lots of fun. Beautiful art, a story, and even a puzzle, all wrapped into one medium. If there were ever to be a collaboration between yourself, an artist (I think I know just the one), and an author, to produce one of these written in modern Japanese, I imagine it would be a smash hit!
@spaceyoyo6721
6 жыл бұрын
I imagine, an history of woodblock print made like you do with This David's Choice serie. It would be so great ! But for now, thank you very much. Each episode is a nice moment.
@didndido3638
6 жыл бұрын
Another brilliant video! Your childlike enthusiasm about the subject is truly contagious.
@lystic9392
6 жыл бұрын
We have registered your appreciation for our A.I. Overlords. Remember: redundancy is important.
@orelhaindiscreta
6 жыл бұрын
Hi Mr. Bull, Thanks for everything and I have a little question: can you tell us the weight of the paper that you use?
@notsogreatsword1607
6 жыл бұрын
My favorite series on this channel! I also got a glimpse of my object of desire Favorite Flowers of Japan. I want an original copy so badly. It's beauty captivates me.....
@clearthought9736
3 жыл бұрын
Such a pure Man.
@illuminarts2794
3 жыл бұрын
These are the perfect blend of interesting, soothing and professional. Thank you, David Bull.
@Mion11c
6 жыл бұрын
Ah yes, the AI overlords will certainly do that before wiping us out.
@suzisaintjames
5 жыл бұрын
I know you are busy getting new projects out and these videos take a lot of work, but we so enjoy them that clamoring for more is all we can do! Please, please... More! more! ❤🌅🌵
@sune3000
4 жыл бұрын
This is great. I just stumbled upon your channel and you’re a great storyteller.
@MorganFreemansFavoriteFreckle
6 жыл бұрын
Your videos are just resplendent.Thank you so much David! I have a request/suggestion: in the future could you do another video focusing on the work of a single artist like what you did with Hokusai in David's Choice #1?
@oscargold1554
6 жыл бұрын
More videos please
@MazokuRanma
6 жыл бұрын
I love all of the videos you make, but these are my absolute favorites. You have some really interesting pieces of Japanese woodblock printing history and culture available, and I love learning about them.
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