Are you considering taking the leap from your home studio to a professional art studio? Perhaps you’ve been inspired by other artist studios or have searched for art studios available to see what is being offered in your area. In the end, as an artist having the right space to delve into your art can make a huge difference to your creative process. So to make it easier for you, we’ve listed 6 different things to keep in mind when looking for an art studio.
1. Layout Determine what kind of space you need. Consider how to best use your space, and which mediums, and materials you will be working with before picking out a desk, workbench, or any other furnishings, as sometimes you will have to get creative to best maximize close quarters. Create an inventory list, detail how much space you think it will take up, how you plan to organize materials, and how much workspace you will need to work with your desired medium. This will help prepare you for your leap to a studio, even if you are not planning to move immediately into a new space. Considering each of these factors will help you to best select a space that will suit your unique artistic needs.
2. Storage Depending on your style of art, having enough storage space can be very important. Old canvases or art pieces that have been abandoned can quickly clutter up your space and in turn your creative mind. Having a designated storage space where you can put things out of the way and free up a lot of space allows you to spend more time focusing on the creative process. Plus, this will also allow you to keep supplies for different mediums separate. For example, you can have different storage for all the craft store supplies such as watercolours, acrylics, oils, and others.
3. Good Lighting There’s nothing worse than bad lighting when trying to create art. Your workspace must be well-lit. Consider finding a space with the right kind of natural light or how you can introduce artificial light to supplement it. It is always a good idea to see the space in person first to get a better idea of how the lighting affects you.
4. Ventilation Depending on what medium you work in and the materials you’re using, it is important to consider good ventilation. Chemicals from acrylics, oils, and other art supplies can quickly stink up your space. That’s why having a designated room near a window or near ventilation can not just be of great benefit to your health but also to the feel of the space.
5. Noise Levels If it’s a shared space or in a space with neighbors, then noise levels have to be considered. You want to ensure that there are no surrounding noises that could impact your concentration, nor that if you like loud music in your studio you’re not distributing others.
6. Wall colours having the right colors on your wall can make the difference between being inspired and comfortable or not. You’d want to create art in a space that stimulates your creative energies. Ideally, the space should have a vibe that is not too overwhelming or distracting, you may be pulling long hours there before a deadline, make sure your studio is conducive to an
environment that allows you to focus for long periods. Find a color you love in a tone that feeds your creative workflow.
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