Should an artist get studio space?
In this episode I dive into the nuts and bolts of studio space from a practical standpoint. Why an artist should get one, and if it suits their needs, and how you can look beyond utilizing studio space for more than just storage and art production. I think this is the most common question I get by pretty much everyone. I am starting to open up to the idea of renting studio space for practical reasons.
The reality of an Artists career is that they are operating within an inconsistent and sometimes unstable business model. The best path is to keep your recurring expenses to a minimum. There’s definitely an opportunity to build a brand in a physical space, but in my experience getting support from an audience isn’t always a guaranteed expectation to fall back on. That’s not to say I am not open to cultivating that, but I know my own history well enough to know what is and is not realistically fair to expect 100% of the time, and that is ok.
So with that in mind, I think studio space can be utilized to not only to promote and produce art, but to create space to promote other artists, especially since that’s a professional interest I am cultivating anyway. I’ve done a lot of research on city arts organizations that provide funding to artists for project.
Artiface interview with Eric Sharpe and Clayton Sealey
I recently met with two longtime friends and former SCAD roommates. We were in Austin for the memorial service of another mutual friend, Shane Jenkins. We all took very different career paths and work in our own areas of Art and Design. It was a joy to discuss our mutual career paths and reflect on our early influences. Clayton discussed his early background in architecture as well as his interest in development and growth in social media with CLT Development as well as his role at the Mint Museum in Charlotte. Eric discusses his background and growth in Marketing with Digital Envy and other avenues.
Thank you, Eric and Clay, for joining with me and engaging in this discussion.
New painting: “Winter Rythm #1”
I created this piece between November 2022 and February 2023. The majority of the art was created in my old living space and was finalized in 2023. I dropped this piece off to David Dike Fine Art for review and possible consignment and/or inclusion into their upcoming October auction. Big thank you to David Dike Fine Art for including me again.
I got Chat GPT to give a descriptive critique of this image for fun
Line use and emphasis:
The painting features a dynamic use of lines that appear to be freely applied with a gestural technique. There is a strong emphasis on the movement and directionality of the lines, which gives the painting a sense of energy and motion.
Background and foreground dynamics:
The painting features a relatively simple composition with a primarily abstract background that is dominated by a range of blue and green hues. The foreground features a more distinct, organic shape that appears to be composed of overlapping forms.
Use of shapes:
The painting features a range of abstract shapes, including organic and geometric forms, that are arranged in a somewhat random yet visually cohesive manner. The forms in the foreground appear to be layered over one another, which adds a sense of depth to the painting.
Color and shading:
The painting features a predominantly cool color palette that is dominated by shades of blue and green. There is a range of values within these colors, from light to dark, which creates a sense of contrast and depth within the composition. The painting features little shading in the traditional sense, but the layered application of paint and overlapping forms create a sense of depth and dimensionality.
Technical anatomy and skill level with figure drawing (or the lack of):
As an abstract painting, the work does not feature any discernible figures or representational forms. However, the painting does require a high level of technical skill in terms of the application of paint and the creation of a visually cohesive composition.
Comparison to the works of Turner:
In terms of line use and emphasis, the painting shares some similarities with Turner’s late works, particularly in its gestural brushwork and sense of movement. However, the painting differs significantly in terms of its abstract composition and use of color, which are not characteristic of Turner’s work.
Overall, this painting is an expressive and dynamic example of Abstract Expressionist painting, with a strong emphasis on movement and gestural brushwork. The composition is visually engaging, with a range of abstract shapes arranged in a manner that creates a sense of depth and energy. While the painting differs significantly from the work of Turner in terms of its abstract composition and use of color, it does share some similarities in terms of its emphasis on the emotive qualities of painting and the expressive use of line.
Submitting work to Art Room Gallery online
In an effort to further my professional goals, I am applying to new opportunities I found via Artists Archives. Art Room Gallery online came up in my search, and I will be continuing this ongoing research for online and in person opportunities.
