Painting and teaching studio ideas needed!
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Marion
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I have a 15'x32' studio above my garage where I want to do my painting, refinishing, light upholstery, and teach "how to's" I am STUCK with how to make this spot productive AND aesthetically beautiful ~any suggestions are appreciated!
White walls and plenty of light, great flooring, trying to pull this together|
8 answers
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I suggest full spectrum lighting if possible which you can accomplish by mixing up the light bulbs you use. I have also used a mirror in my home studio - it can reflect light when needed and is great for finding the "off" thing that one can't put their finger on (seeing it reverse reveals things the mind doesn't see) and lastly it's useful for self portraits if that's something you may be doing. A fan to move the air, especially if solvents are being used, will likely be appreciated. Pale yellow is a great color background for displaying finished works. It looks like a great space! I'm envious! Enjoy.
Maria Levandowski
on Jan 21, 2015
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I love those windows. I would wallpaper the window wall to accent them. Or use an accent paint color on it. A couple of porch & patio area rugs would be a practical addition. They are washable and would protect those beautiful floors.
Berniece Knotts
on Jan 21, 2015
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use chalk board paint in different colors and white board paint that way when you need to sketch out an idea you have a place where it can be seen and referred to easily
Joy Cantrell
on Jan 21, 2015
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You need some more outlets? You could add texture to the walls instead of color, your accent wall could have wainscoting, pallet wood, reclaimed wood of any kind, stripes of off-white, you could add built-ins around the window for people to sit and enjoy the view or to visit with you while you work. You could add curtain rods at the ceiling all the way across the end wall to frame the lovely window. There is much you can do to add pops of color or visual texture in order to add interest without causing any issues with color reflection. Someone on another post recommended painting the thin edge of the door with a pop of color for fun. I think that would look good too.
Carol Oswald
on Jan 21, 2015
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Since you will be teaching you will need sitting spaces, working spaces and an area to just hang out -- try to look at the space as a couple of different departments and things will naturally end up where they belong once you get started. Make sure you consider ventilation...
Tina C
on Jan 21, 2015
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One wall mirrored like a ballet studio. Gray or navy chalkboard wall
SJazz
on Jan 21, 2015
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Need several large sturdy tables for different projects.dont forget some music!great ballroom!i am so jealous!!!!Love one big chalkboard wall! a small sofa would be great,maybe a wine bar setup for breaks
Funnygirl
on Jan 21, 2015
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Excellent air circulation and vents. I fainted and fell down in a poorly vented oil painting class. A law suit will ruin everything. Inspiration is a good thing. An out of the box idea for students is logical. How about a 3-D object hanging from the ceiling with scenery painted onto it. A painted light shade, driftwood or lightweight feather-rock would be cool. Live plants growing out of a painting would also be very interesting. Good luck !
Artist In The Garden
on Jan 22, 2015
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