Artists at work: workspaces and processes

How do artists develop spaces and methods for making their most authentic work as part of a daily artistic practice?

Artists develop spaces that compliment and fit with their space and schedule. Something that works well for them. Some artists work at the crack of dawn, while others work in between preparing dinner for the family, and helping to put their children to bed. There are studios that overlook the ocean, and studios that view out into a busy city. Depending on the space, an artist can rearrange a studio to make it personal and affective for them to work in. For some people this means everything needs to be organized, while for others it means they need a room full of clutter. For example, when we choose what space we liked most in class, some people rushed over to an enclosed corner, while I wanted to be in the middle of the room looking out a window. Based on different preferences, it’s important that an artist adjust their studios in a way where they can find a productive and comfortable working environment.