Claude Monet: Genius of the Gardens 

That was a very nice critique of Monet’s work. I’m very fond of Impressionism, and it was fascinating to hear how Monet’s paintings changed, as his sight was hindered by cataracts. Impressionism is like freezing an image in one’s memory, and placing it on canvas. Everything, is a little fuzzy, but the colors and feelings remain.

Nice touch adding Debussy music as he was known as the impressionist of composers.

One of the few painters who you could literally spend hours looking at one painting and marvel at its composition and beauty. Arguably the greatest artist, certainly of the Impressionists.

You know you’re baroque when you’re out of Monet

My Mother, a painter/artist herself, loved him. My childhood was spent with large art books with works of the masters sprawled on the floor beneath the canvas work in progress of my Mother. Turpentine scented memories will follow me today. Thanks, Simon.

Well, the saying goes that Monet makes the world goes round.

Even on a good, large screen, the paintings look flat compared to the real thing. The depth and detail in some of Monet's work is breathtaking. If you can stand back from his water lilies, the water starts to move, you can feel a light breeze, it comes to life ... truly amazing. Try to see his work in an uncrowded gallery and take the time to stare into each piece, it is well worth the time.

Thank you for shedding light on the women in Monet's life who made his prolific work possible! So often their labor is forgotten and overlooked. It reminds me of your Van Gogh video, how his sister-in-law Johanna Bonger preserved and showed his paintings to the world after his death.

"I would not image Mr. Monet blushing." "He painted landscapes."

The comments seem to suggest more artist please , and I concur . Also the pleasant music in the background (Chef's kiss)

2:40 - Chapter 1 - Oscar & his parents 4:15 - Chapter 2 - Fear & loathing in north algiers 6:40 - Chapter 3 - Camille, Queen of the canvas 8:45 - Chapter 4 - The many wives of Claude Monet 10:20 - Chapter 5 - Genius at work 12:15 - Chapter 6 - Tools of the trade 13:00 - Chapter 7 - The eye of the bainholder 15:25 - Chapter 8 - Giverny days, Giverny nights 18:10 - Chapter 9 - Wings of a blue angel

I am drawn to van Gogh's "Wheatfield with Crows." I have no one favorite of Monet's paintings. Each one is a magical place where it only takes a step and you have entered the frame.

I have two Monet prints in my living room. One is a painting of his garden, and the other is a vase of sunflowers (no, not by Van Gogh; Monet also painted sunflowers.)

Simon should be an art critic. His descriptions are a breath of fresh air.

I always love Monet. I saw a Monet art exhibition while in San Francisco. Monet’s work, the early years, took my breath away. I could have spent the night there laying on the floor in front ‘Regatta at Argenteuil’ just looking at it all night. I would have dreamily laid in one of the sail boats feeling the gentle motion of the water, hearing the birds in the trees close on shore, while admiring the soft clouds scattered across the blue sky. I would have been in the painting, content, not needing to move off the floor in spite of stiffness setting in. Of course being in Monet’s boat I wouldn’t have even felt it.

Last December, the Denver Art Museum hosted a massive exhibition on the nature works of Monet, I loved it and gained more of an interest in the impressionist art movement, including music.

The fact this is free blows my mind thank you! Really feel like I know these artist now

Mr.Monet is definitely my favorite artist . so happy about this video.

I love Monet’s paintings and really enjoyed learning more about his life!

one of my favoritw artists ever, like most timeless art it was way ahead of its time

Impressionism is so powerful, that it makes you appreciate it's style, but other art styles also. You can appreciate more what the art is and what the artist is conveying.

Omg I literally asked for this video like 2 weeks ago! I really wanted to know more about him thank you!

Dropped what I was doing as soon as I saw you did Monet. I absolutely love impressionism, thank you

I have been a follower of your channel for quite a while now and this video is by far my favorite yet! Thank you for this and all your videos.

You should do a video on Bobby Fischer, so much to talk about and a very interesting man.

It's sad people didn't appreciate how great he was until after his death.

I absolutely loved the music used in this video, thanks Simon!

I never really appreciated his work before but seeing them on screen just made me gasp. They are gorgeous.

I 'm so glad you decided to make a video about Monet I just finished reading a historical novel about him, he led a very interesting life.

Love your videos Simon! It’s hard keeping up with all the awesome content you put out.

First of impression is best of all time. Love his work since I found out in highschool.

More of those artists, my daughter loves art and needs to find a person to maybe follow.

your narration gets funnier as time goes by. loving it.

I remember back in the 4th grade we had a presentation at school where a guy came in and talked to the class dressed as Monet.

I dont really have much knowledge nor interest in art (mostly because I dont get it), however this was an amazing display of what I can imagine being one of the bigger names in the profession. Big kudos to the writers/researchers and obviously Simon for the presentation, you got me wanting to to learn more about artists and the art itself.

fast speaking about peoples lives works sometimes - thoughtful heartfelt analysis is key in this inastance

There's many living artists who will never see the light of recognition. Also composers, architects, and other creative endevours. We're all here. So Monet was able to live as he chose amid all the controversy of the art world.

“Monet” bright inspiring emotion 💜

One of my fave painters. Thank you!

YAY!!! I love artists bio's :) thank you!!!

I loved the video! Nice to put a life to the beautiful art. :) As usual, I'm here to request a Biographic on Ip Man, the martial arts mentor to the late, great Bruce Lee. I think such an incredible man deserves the Biographic touch! Thank you in advance! -A Loyal Subscriber

It's funny because as beautiful as they are, they really are quite simple. Maybe that's what makes them so amazing?

My favourite artist. I always get lost in his paintings. The garden paintings are a different universe entirely.

Renoir and Monet are my favorite impressionist artists. Vermeer might be my favorite overall with Bob Ross thrown for good measure. 🎨

great stuff. best of yours ive seen yet

Well as gardens..thank you for the tea and veggies and spices.

The Impressionists and post impressionists always livened up an art history class when I was at school. Not just by their paintings but by their biographies as well. Looking forward to seeing something on crazy Paul Gaughin on this channel. As well as mad Vincent Van Gough ór randy Toulouse Lautrec.

Well we know Simon loves art! Such passion in your sentences when you speak!

When it comes to Bios of artists, author Malt Schlitzmann always delivers! Fascinating lesson on how simple technology advances (portable easel) can fuel a new movement. And great find about police surveillance on Monet!

Nice. Great analysis of what was revolutionary about Monet's art at its time.

I feel like Matt Urban is always overlooked and forgotten, a story on him would be amazing

Impressionism, the punk rock of painting. 🤘

A print of Monet's Water Lillys has hung in my house for some twenty years. I find it very soothing.

Please, please please do more art history videos. That was utterly riveting.

"Count de Money!" "That's Monet!"

The pirate ARRRR's are spot on, please keep them coming

Yeah, artists are different people. Great video.

Thank you for acknowledging the dedication and sacrifice the women around him made, you almost never hear about things like that.

Excellent! Thanks!

Love his work thx for sharing

Amazing video, good job

I'm sorry @Biographics I have to pause the video at only 2:45. Debussy is filling my brain and I must listen to Arabesque right fast. I'll brb!

Superb video. I agree with many in the comments too, more artists would be most welcome.

What an amazing artist he was! I always knew about how famous he was, but never got to see his major works. I'd like to see an episode on Edouard Manet. I also love btw the including Clair De Lune for background music!

"Monet is money." 😂😂

The background music for this video is awesome.

A Disturbed reference in a video about Monet is so very 2020. More surrealism than impressionism though! 😉

This is definitely my favorite episode

I adore the way you speak :)

My very favorite artist

This channel is so underrated

Excellent video from my favourite RU-vid channel. The Van Gogh one was excellent too. How about doing videos on M C Escher and Edward Hopper?

Business Blaze is spilling over. I'm loving it😂

I find the videos to be highly informative and I would love to see more videos centering women! Seeing as there are amazing stories to be told about them as well

Awesome video

Could you consider doing one on Gwen John? Brilliant artist when female artists weren't common especially not during her lifetime. She dedicated the majority of her life to it, did my thesis on her and she's an incredible woman.

Why we talk about Claude Monet is still a mystery to me. I never could figure out what was so great about his work and still feel that way after watching this video.

Good video 👍

You know who id like to see a biographic on? Simon Whistler.

love his clouds.

Monet and Renoir are my favorite painters

One of my favorites. Next to Bob Ross. Ross is always #1.

Nice story! I recommend you do Captain James Cook for the next video, or the next, next video!

Well done

He was a great PAINTER. I like how he used PAINT to make PAINTINGS.

Weeping williows have very deep meaning . they're a very powerful tree . they're also beautiful 1 of my most favorite trees along with cherry blossom trees

Please more videos about the Cult Leaders!

Do Laerdal Tunnel, Norway and the Faroe Islands: Inside the undersea tunnel network that looks stunning.

Please do a video on Mary Cassatt, thanks.

I took the elective of history of art between the ages of 13 and 17, I even did a university acess exam on the subject, my disertation for that exam "Monet and Van Gogh, the development of a unique style" I aced it since they were my favourite painters

yes

Ah, my favorite painter :)

Some Biographics ideas for the next one: 1. Subhas Chandra Bose, Indian Revolutionary 2. Issei Segawa, Japanese Cannibal 3. Alberto Fujimori, President of Peru 4. Zia ul Haq, President of Pakistan 5. Pele, Brazilian Footballer 6. Arlen Siu, Nicaraguan Matyr 7. Nina Simone, American Soul Singer.

On how labor intensive art was at the time, stretching canvas, grinding and mixing paint, here I am in 2020, drawing on my cellphone.

More artist biographies plz :3

Imho ,Monet,and Van Gogh ,,are the 2 greatest artist ever. My personal favorites ❤🎨🖼

This video is beautiful

His paintings at the Orangerie in Paris are quite impressive

"Wash your filthy hands!" Love it

Thank you