Friday, July 15, 2011

The Possibilities of Emptiness


What do you see in this image? Maybe you see the empty room, and wonder what will go there. Maybe you see the red wall. Maybe you see the tree beyond the window, the world outside. To me, this room is not empty, it's full of possibilities. Welcome to my studio. The Kat Eye Studio. Like a blank canvas, what will exist here is what I will create.

Kat Eye Studio has become real in more ways than one with my move home. First I have this room, what should be a "formal living room" is my physical studio, where my creative space will be. It has the best light in the house with the only south facing window, and it's a nice big space. I've also officially created Kat Eye Studio, LLC as a registered business to offer my classes and whatever else I get inspired to do. I'm so excited to make the "studio" I've been dreaming of real in multiple ways!

This room is going to morph and change over time. During my assignment in Italy I've carefully thought through how I want to use this space for my creative endeavors, and now I get to execute the plan. The final incarnation is going to take a while to get to. I already plan to repaint the wall, and know what furniture I want to go here. The room is currently full of random bits and pieces as we get settled into our house, as you might expect.

But a studio is not much use if you don't use it, and this week I took steps to move it beyond just a computer and storage room into a truly creative space. I painted! With a borrowed easel, a purchased drop cloth, the painting supplies I brought from Italy in my suitcase and a table and lamp in storage I've cobbled together the start of my painting space. I can't tell you how great it felt to turn on the new Matt Nathanson CD (love his music!) and get messy with paint.

Here's a pic of what I've got in progress. The blue canvas is the one I started this week (I was in a blue mood) and the other two were started in Italy before the move. I'm just adding layers right now, and am interested to see where these go. I don't have any intention with painting right now, other than to find joy in the process. Happy Paint Party Friday! I'm back!!


Today I thought I would leave you with what I have going on "in the Studio" (I've been dying to say that for some time now, can you tell?):

  • Reflections in Glass is the current Exploring with a Camera theme and I'm loving the images being shared! I find reflections complex and interesting and worth seeking out.
  • Are you signed up for Superhero Summer Camp? If not, consider if it's time to do something good for yourself. We have almost 400 participants - yay! If you're signed up already, let me know what you think of it so far.
  • We have a wonderful group of people joining my July-August Find Your Eye series of classes. I'm so excited! Registration is open for the next week, and class starts August 24.
  • The Liberate Your Art postcard swap is bringing new mail to my mailbox every day. It's quite amazing to see! If you missed my post Monday, head over to see a bit of the art that's been arriving at my house. In the next two weeks that art will be liberated all over the world. So much fun!
Have a wonderful Friday and a fabulous weekend all!

36 comments:

  1. I see that wonderful window - let that light shine!

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  2. It looks like a wonderful big space where you will be creating your art -- I'm so excited for you!

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  3. Hi Kat! I signed up for the postcard swap. You emailed me an ok. I never saw my blog listed among the others. My father has been in & out of the hosptial. I am mailing my postcards today. Sorry for the delay. I really had fun doing this. Thanks for doing the postcard swap. I am sending extras for just for you.

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  4. Oh Kat I am so jealous - what a wonderful creative space you have there. It's very exciting and you have some fabulous plans.

    I need to catch up on a few of your posts and see what else you've been up to - aside from moving and creating some really bold art!

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  5. Let the games begin...nice space just waiting to come alive....Fabulous blue piece too....

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  6. Kat, I am soooo excited for you! The possibilities are indeed endless for your studio! Julie

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  7. I love the beautiful floors in the space and the large window. Selling real estate, I'm sort of keyed in to see "the space" with or without furnishings. For me a room is all about the light that flows in, and the window looks like it should offer plenty. Can't wait to see your personal touches.

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  8. That is an amazing space, and yes, when I look at it I see a lot of possibilities too :)

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  9. How wonderful, Kat! That room looks gorgeous and I can't wait to see the progress there! :-) Wonderful paintings, too! Have a wonderful weekend!

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  10. That is a gorgeous, huge window with a beautiful view. I'm sure you will fill this space and use it well. :)

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  11. now that is inspiring I need a better space . Love your blue painting too..show more!
    KAT Griffin

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  12. What a wonderful space, so yummy! And your blue painting looks so fun.

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  13. Congratulations on your LLC...and best of luck in your new space...and happiness!

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  14. Your paintings are beautiful, Kat, I especially love the blue one. Congratulations on your own business!! Quite a step, isn't it? But one into the right direction I assume. Lovely space you have for a studio, enjoy it!

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  15. wow, i can't tell you how jealous i am of that studio. i can picture you there doing all your creative things. go girl!

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  16. Love your paintings. Congrats on getting your studio. We are neighbors of sorts as I live South of Portland and in this world that is close.

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  17. What a GRAND space to allow your creativity to soar! Your paintings this week are gorgeous! HAPPY PPF!

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  18. Gorgeous space- that window is incredible!
    And I love your blue painting- great movement!
    Happy PPF (a day late;))
    Stephanie

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  19. What a perfect place for the Studio. The first thing I noticed was the light. It's a lovely sized room too. You're going to be very creative there :-)

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  20. Kat it's massive, you lucky thing! Can't wait to see how it all comes together in there. Love the new paintings and the ad hoc set up too. :) x

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  21. A great room Kat!!!! Should be much creativity going on there, and you've already begun... good work.

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  22. I'm excited for you but mostly jealous... what a wonderful spot and such a great NEW start.

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  23. Oh the possibilities!!

    Your studio is off to a great start and I am loving your blue piece!

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  24. I'm so excited for you! How wonderful! I can see so many possibilities in that space!!

    Congrats and enjoy!

    Happy PPF!

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  25. As a photographer I see many possibilities when I look at this photo.
    Great shot and a very good reflection

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  26. What a great space! So happy for you, Kat! You're really making the most out of your inspiration, and inspiring all of us along the way!

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  27. Wonderful space, I can't wait to see what you do with it.
    Welcome home :)
    xo

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  28. Great space and wish I could get a studio like that! ;)

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  29. Oh Kat - I am sooo excited for you and all of the amazing possibilities for your fabulous space! Yay!!! I can't wait to hear more about your studio and the wonderful work that comes out of it!

    Enjoy!!!

    xo
    Kristin

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  30. I'm so pleased how things are moving forward for you, with all these new possibilities, and I really look forward to reading about it. Love that window!

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  31. Wow 30 comments, that is a lot of happy day news! I add my happiness for your new studio. It will be absolutely wonderful. I finally have a large studio HIGH rather than in lower part of house. Love it...can see the tops of trees, birds, etc. I envision yours looking like a Tuscan fresco on the walls....mine I painted PINK! YUP PINK! The painters thought I was crazy.

    Have fun filling your space with all the things you dearly love. YOur paintings are super cool...you did well in your FB class. Looking forward to classes next week? better check my calendar...and enjoying your Reflections camera work out. Thank you for the opportunities.

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  32. What a perfect project to kick off your arrival home!

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  33. You are so lucky to get to design your studio space from the bare walls. You must be giddy with all the possibilities.

    Love that blue painting.

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  34. This space is gorgeous - so many possibilites I can't wait to see what you choose! And btw I love how the paintings are coming out - the current blue one is rockin :) xx

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  35. Wow I never thought of turning the formal living room into a studio!!!! I too have always dreamed of having one and maybe its been here all along ( if I can talk Jeff into it of course) LOL!

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  36. PERFECT Space! YOU are so lucky ... can't wait to see the end results! Love the natural light, the strength of the tree ... LOVE the 3 pieces already born here! Enjoy and congrats!

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