My Studio A small world unto itself
My studio is in my home.
It’s not large, but it suits my needs well… and it’s a rather odd dimension – 8’ wide by 20’ long (2.5 x 6 meters).
When I bought my house, the room was listed as a bedroom, and the previous owner was using it as a den.
To me, it made no sense for either use.
But I could see right away that it would make a perfect home studio, since it allowed a reasonably long distance view from an easel placed at one end – and I like to step back and look at work in progress from as far away as possible.
At the time, I had a full studio in one of the local artists’ buildings – a converted 19th century mill.
I maintained both studios for about a year, but found myself using my outside studio less and less, so finally I moved everything into my home studio.
Working at home is not for everybody, but I have come to love it.
The space has something of the flavor of an old Chamber of Curiosities.
There are shelves and closets filled with my collection of props – probably in excess of a thousand items – and that collection has spilled out onto nearly every flat surface.
It has a little bit of a chaotic feel to it, but that actually leads to most of my inspiration.
The origin of my paintings is the experience of seeing some object in a new light – having a moment of strong visual connection and recognizing something beautiful about it that maybe I hadn’t seen before.
In this studio I can look in almost any direction and see things that are wonderful to me, so I am frequently having that experience throughout the day… and many paintings are born that way.
Patreon A deeper look into my studio
If you’ve enjoyed being part of my artistic journey so far, I’d love to invite you to explore it more deeply through my Patreon page. For those who may not know, Patreon is a platform where creators like myself can connect more closely with supporters and offer exclusive content.
As a patron, you’ll get a closer look into my creative process, early access to new works, and insights into the techniques and inspiration that shape my paintings. It’s a space for us to dive deeper into conversations about art, exchange ideas, and build a vibrant community of fellow art enthusiasts who share this passion.
By joining me on Patreon, you’re not just supporting my work—you’re becoming part of an ongoing creative journey we can experience together. I’d love for you to visit my Patreon page, learn more, and consider becoming a part of this next chapter.
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