Have you ever wondered what type of extravagant working conditions I create art in? I'm going to come clean (well, that might be the wrong figure of speech) and show you just how much of a mess my studio truly is, the vast majority of the time. I don't think I'm going to be interviewed for one of those "artist studio" publications anytime soon, do you? And just to prove how consistent of a slob I really am, the first three photos were taken almost exactly a year ago and the ones with me in them, taken today. Yep . . .not a whole lotta difference, though if you look closely there are a few different materials and tools.
So why the self-portrait pics? Because I want to truly take ownership of my creative chaos and perhaps bond with you other cluttered types (oh I know you are plentiful--I see how you work during photo shoots that we have together at my "day job"). So there you have it; a little glimpse of my little world. I hope you're having a good weekend!
At least you can walk around the tables... my piles aren't so confined! I see an open spot by your elbow - you must get working on it.
I love the shots with you in them. You present such a tidy appearance to the world, it is good to know you are human too.
Posted by: Beverly Gilbert | April 25, 2009 at 02:02 PM
lol...I see my studio when I look at your pics
Posted by: gingerkitty | April 25, 2009 at 02:13 PM
Things can get cluttered very quickly when you're being creative! It looks like there's lots of that kind of energy going on... and I love the pictures with you. You have the best smile!
Posted by: carla | April 25, 2009 at 02:15 PM
that was so humble of you I am inspired to match you, chaos for chaos... Will do so as soon as I get back from Art & Soul.
Posted by: Jill Berry | April 25, 2009 at 04:24 PM
I want to come and play in your space. It screams creative inspiration.
Posted by: Lu | April 25, 2009 at 06:57 PM
I love your creative chaos...I have a very similar situation on the 3rd floor of my home which I lovingly refer to as "the tower". Speaking of photo shots...YIKES!
Biting my nails in Atlanta,
June
Posted by: June | April 26, 2009 at 12:37 AM
Look at this life in motion! There is no stagnant energy here, that's for dang sure! :) I love the pictures of you. Especially that last one! Beautiful!! I miss my long hair. I'm working on getting it back. It's been gone too long now. :)
Posted by: Stephanie Lee | April 26, 2009 at 09:12 AM
Oh how I wish to come play in there. I dream of a studio like that!
Posted by: Katey | April 26, 2009 at 11:43 AM
Looks like my work space!!! Great minds work alike huh?LOL
Posted by: Tammy Kushnir | April 26, 2009 at 01:01 PM
Love it! And you look adorable :-)
Posted by: Mary Beth | April 26, 2009 at 07:35 PM
great shots! I adore your studio it is a peek at your playful self... I would have thought you would have been a little more organized for some reason... you have seen me work so I sure your would not be surprised to see that my space is much like yours.
I love how your plexy has grown so much, the layers of paint and textures have given your pieces so much soul and depth.
Posted by: ruth rae | April 27, 2009 at 07:05 AM
These are awesome shots! Shows the beautiful grit that true creativity can and should be! Thanks for sharing!
Posted by: A. Lawrence Haskins | April 28, 2009 at 09:34 AM
Your hair has gotten so long! I cut mine shoulder length a few months ago, and hate that it needs to be cut every couple months to look decent. So I've decided to let it grow out again-so much easier!
Posted by: corey moortgat | April 29, 2009 at 05:32 AM
Comparatively speaking, (compared to my craft room, that is), it's uncluttered... I have a picture up with a quote, both by A.A. Milne, that says, "The great thing about being disorganized is that you're always making amazing discoveries." And I remind myself of that every day ;)
nastassja
Posted by: nstssj | April 30, 2009 at 12:53 PM
Oh my, Nastassja, I LOVE that. I will have to adopt that quote too, especially since I love A.A. Milne.
Posted by: Tonia Jenny | April 30, 2009 at 01:59 PM
Thank you for the permission of untidiness!!!
I thought is was only me
j
Posted by: jacqueline | May 04, 2009 at 08:39 AM
Oh how I LOVE these pictures!!!!!!!!
Posted by: Alisa Burke | May 12, 2009 at 09:56 AM
it's good to see that others are just as "messy" as me! (and we don't all look like the rooms in the mags!)
Posted by: donna | May 15, 2009 at 03:48 PM
Thanks for being brave enough to show your REAL studio, not all neat and tidy. Mine is just like yours, maybe a bit worse, :-) But the energy is everywhere, right? Found you on ALH site, love your work.
Posted by: Gina Lighton | May 23, 2009 at 11:38 AM
Thank you I always think I'm the only one. Consider yourself bonded.
Posted by: Anne | July 01, 2009 at 07:19 PM
Oh, I so understand, I will never be in one of those "where women work" magazines unless they do one on chaos and mess! Heehee
Posted by: Lesley | September 12, 2009 at 05:35 PM