Katsuya Terada - Life Drawing

Katsuya Terada - Life Drawing

We followed illustrator legend Katsuya Terada, as he discovered Iki island for the first time. Over a four-day period, he explored the island and created an artwork, inspired by some of the elements he gathered in this new environment.

During this session, he told us more about his philosophy and approach.

Special thanks to Chihei Hatakeyama for letting us use his track Nangoku (10:54-14:38 - ©White Paddy Mountain).

[awsomesmasher]

I think there's something special to be said about a channel that constantly continues to put out quality content with each new video and still find ways to make them all unique. Of course having many different people with different views and ways of life helps but even just the way the videos are shot gives the videos some style and life to them. I'm not sure if that makes sense but that's just how I feel. Keep up the great work and huge thanks to everyone who works their hardest on making these videos; they seriously brighten my entire day. And if it can be considered I would very much love to see a big project like a huge hour long documentary or something in that vein. Regardless, much love to every single one of you at Archipel/toco toco. Thanks for everything!

[SvetlanaOrenge]

It's amazing how honest he is. Truly inspiring.
Thanks for this video.

[Tobazhniazhi]

I wish and hope he knows the impact and influence of him sharing his artistic journey to aspiring artists around the world. Stumbling upon this video has, in a way, rescued me from totally abandoning my true passion which is art, drawing, painting, etc. It is ironic that drawing is one of the quickest expressions of transcribing one's thoughts into the paper, and yet it takes years to master this craft, not only in the technical aspect but also in terms of concept. He probably doesn't regard himself as a role model but I find so much inspiration and motivation from his words, philosophy, and artistry. I wish him the best and thank you very much for sharing this incredible video. It is just what I needed.

[retired]

This is a stunning piece of film. I'm so glad there's content like this.

[Mintzoid]

Spectacular dragon design perfect execution of the rounded tip zebra paper mckee black marker and the way he switches to the chisel tip for different parts of the drawing shows extreme thoughtfulness. Such careful attention to detail can be called nothing less but masterful. His drawing is a story worth remembering, his graceful line is like a dance shared to make the world a better place.

[ulyHu]

This is absolutely breathtaking. The amount of skill he has to create an freehand art piece is just beyond.❤❤❤

[Wladislav]

Fascinating to watch people with artistic inclinations or talents who have developed their skills to this level.

[megtwo]

"am i better than yesterday?" i feel like its a question i ask myself everyday, ,
such an inspiration to me and also cant get over his breathtaking works, , , hopefully ill be as good an artist as him someday

[getsuga]

I still can't believe how much you guys improve which each video you make, and making one with Katsuya Terada is a dream come true.

Thank you for this and hope to see more in the future!

[aexons]

This guy is really a guide for us who draw, his way of thinking is so inspiring...thank you terada to show us the path of creation.

[jargarte]

me re- watching this after 6 years for the 10000 time, just the best of the best

[greedmarks]

Katsuya Terada is great inspiration - a man who simply want to experience new things in life rather than sitting in one room, not going out and just sit in front of computer. I admire this type of mindset.
As a bonus I can tell that it's really important to remember what he said here " Although I am bored, the will to create something better than the previous one is a motivation " <-- this should really be kept in mind by artists during 'art-block' stage. This type of motivation is the strongest.

Thank you for sharing this video, wish to see more in the future ! :)

[kenheard]

I love how he interacts with his subject matter. No decisive hesitation, I heard him the say the word flow, which mean he feels what he sees and responds. He puts down deep soulful marks and when you step back and view his work bingo powerful. There is an America artist who’s style is different but draws with the same fluid hand using line.Walter Anderson the reclusive Mississippi Gulf coast artist read his story also. Powerful artist.

[e.stgo.]

I'll put in practice his philosophy, just love it. 👍👍👍👍💖

[doublehalf]

I love terra-san's work so much! The setting and the lovely way this was filmed really enhanced that very special feeling his work conveys. So beautiful!

[durval_mono_no_aware]

The melancholy, weight and sadness in his words made me cry. I admire his will but I can feel so much heavy emotions inside him 💔

[ChritsianBucic]

Superb art work and philosophical approach on his illustration.

[aldyshinwa]

Katsuya terada, Kim jung gi, Karl kopinski...those trio are my favourite artist

[misterimpossible_ai]

I can never stop watching whenever I see this video. Great insight into art, Thank you so much for this.

[sasan]

Such a personal look into terada's mind as an artist. Thank you for this video