She Shed Updates

​I have decided to revamp my home studio once again. It’s always a work in progress. Your home and work areas evolve as you do. You remove what isn’t working and add what is functioning.

I have recently been focusing exclusively on my sketchbooks, and it has been a wonderful experience for me. If you read my blog post from two weeks ago, you will understand why I prefer working in sketchbooks. I typically use gouache paints in my sketchbooks because they dry much faster than acrylics.

My husband brought home some boards for me to paint on, and I was so excited because it made me realize how much I miss painting on wood and canvas with my acrylics. I decided to make a bold move by rearranging my studio to create space for painting on both board and canvas.

I had a large easel, but I rarely used it. When I did, I found it difficult to create anything worthwhile with it; it mostly served as a place for my canvas to dry. While watching a YouTube video, I saw someone who had a designated wall space where she could nail boards or hang canvases to work on. I realized that’s exactly what I needed! So, I went into my studio and examined the area to see where I could replicate that setup. There was only one suitable spot, but it would require significant rearranging, decluttering, and reorganizing.

I am in the early stages of doing just that. I have added a few photos, but if you want to watch the video, please visit my YouTube channel at www.YouTube.com/@doreendilger.

I will return to provide you with an update. My goal is to have my studio up and running by next week. I know it's an ambitious target, but as long as I don't hurt my back, I am confident that I can achieve it! Wish me luck!

The photo above shows you the only wall space that I can hang up a board or canvas on the wall.