When you watch Painting with John, a sequel of sorts to the early '90s cult favorite Fishing With John, it's tempting to label its rambling whimsy as artsy-fartsy self-indulgence. But the show has a soul-searching quality and self-lacerating humor that strive to keep that indulgence in check. The series, which airs on HBO, is Lurie's meditation on the creative process and his own singular memories. He also uses the time to teach viewers how to paint, despite being an amateur at it himself.

The seven-episode first season of the show takes place at Lurie's house on an unnamed Caribbean island. It opens with serene drone footage of the island's natural landscape. Then, the camera focuses on Lurie, who sits at his desk and paints watercolors as he recounts stories from his life. He talks about his time doing coke in a closet and swinging a machete buck naked, and discusses the importance of creativity in society.

But the most fascinating aspect of the show is how it reveals his private life. Throughout the episode, Lurie discusses his relationships with friends like Nesrin Wolf and Ann Mary Gludd James. He also contemplates the complex songs of tree frogs and the meaning behind his nonsensical "Adabadeewa" phrase, which he repeats over and over.

In the end, it's clear that Lurie lives a unique and special life. It's no wonder that he decided to share it with the world. But where is painting with john filmed?