Some of my piccies on display at the new studio.
Hello, dear reader! Some exciting news for me. Earlier in the year, my Beloved saw an advert for a studio space in a local sculpture studio. I contacted the studio and decided to join them. Situated in a peaceful location in the Oxfordshire countryside, the studio offers a space (ok, it’s a small space, I’ll admit) in a thriving, friendly and vibrant studio with other artists and makers. I haven’t been using it for very long yet, but already I’m feeling the benefit of getting out of the house on my painting days and spending some focussed time with like-minded artists. It’s also quite convenient not having to pack all my painting gear away at the end of a session - I haven’t been told off for making a mess even once (yet).
It would be a stretch to say that being in the presence of other artists has instantly improved my painting. What it has done, is changed the way I see myself and my art practice. I know I have a good way to go on my art journey, but I feel like I’m starting to take myself more seriously. We recently had an open studio in connection with the Oxfordshire Artweeks programme (link opens in new tab) and I was honoured to be able to display a few of my paintings for the viewing pleasure of the Great British Public. I sold a couple of paintings and some cards, but much more importantly, I received some lovely feedback from people who came to see what was going on at the studio. I’m already looking forward to the next exhibition.
