It’s time
for another behind-the-scenes look at an Etsy Dallas studio. This time we have a special Q&A with Liz Wiley as well as a look at her workspace.
What
mediums do you work with?
I make
paintings on canvas using oil and acrylic. I used to work only with oils,
then I started experimenting with acrylic paints for my “1 painting a day
series” paintings, because I needed them to dry fast. Now that’s about all
I use unless a customer requests I use oil paints.
How is your
workspace set up now?
My studio
is located in a large commercial space. The front wall is ceiling to floor
windows. I love all the light. Sometimes I don’t even turn on the
lights.
I have a 4' x 10' steel table in the middle of my room that I had made to work on. There is a shelf for baskets with tools and a rod to hang rolled canvas. In the corner I have a shelving system to hold all my paints. I keep brushes and tools on the top.
I have a small office space in the back. There is a desk for my computer, book case and three idea boards. Plants everywhere. I don’t usually have the best luck with plants, but they are doing OK so far.
I have a 4' x 10' steel table in the middle of my room that I had made to work on. There is a shelf for baskets with tools and a rod to hang rolled canvas. In the corner I have a shelving system to hold all my paints. I keep brushes and tools on the top.
I have a small office space in the back. There is a desk for my computer, book case and three idea boards. Plants everywhere. I don’t usually have the best luck with plants, but they are doing OK so far.
How is it
different from when you started?
I started
working in the garage at our house. It was hot, cramped and not very
inspiring. The biggest difference is the amount of work that I am able to
accomplish in my studio v. the garage (where there were too many distractions).
I am also able to create larger paintings. It’s so inspiring to have a
dedicated space to work.
What is
your favorite thing about your workspace?
I just love
having my own space to work. I love that I can leave my works in progress out
and not worry about it being in the way or getting touched by my little kids.
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