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THE ARTIST'S STUDIO
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items welcome to my studio! i am an interdisciplinary artist and filmmaker, working primarily in land, performance, ceramics, mixed media and installation. everything from clay to textiles, painting to archiving/documenting that lives in my home studio, bu...
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TOOLS & MATERIALS
STAYING ORGANIZED
BOOKS
TOOLS & MATERIALS
this is the easel i most rely on in my studio. purchased about 5 years ago and still going strong. easy to assemble, sturdy and a functional addition to any art studio. love it.
Blick Studio Medium-Duty H-Frame Easel | BLICK Art Materials
i always keep about a million of these in my studio because they come in handy for just about any and EVERYTHING.
Homespun 100% Recycled Cotton Canvas Drop Cloth 12x4 Ft
the best brush cleaner especially if you work with textured or heavy acrylics. remember to always protect your drains when cleaning your tools/brushes!
Silicoil Brush Cleaning Tank | BLICK Art Materials
a must for watercolor painting on the go, my favorite when traveling. highly recommend.
Arches Watercolor Travel Journal - Hot Press, 15 Sheets
i'm usually used to working with soft pastels, but these “nu” pastels are super fun to work with. they don't easily break, but shade as softly as you need to. love them.
Prismacolor Premier Nupastels, 36 Firm Sticks
one of the absolute best gifts that i ever received as a child and they have lasted me all the way into adulthood! a worthy investment and i can't stress it enough.
Prismacolor Premier Soft Core Colored Pencils, 150 Count
best for working with thicker paints and clay. this set always comes in handy and is multi functional in any studio setting.
CONDA 5pc Red Wood Handle Palette Knives
a huge help for making smaller and detailed ceramics. big bang for your buck.
US Art Supply 7" Sculpting Wheel - Heavy Duty
these are for both sculpting and experimental purposes. reliable product.
Soft 304 Stainless Steel Mesh 8 Pack 8.3x11.8"
easy casting materials. use them for just about everything, safe for use on the body as well. big bang for the buck. they go far.
6 Pack White Plaster Cloth Gauze Rolls 4x15ft
ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS and will never turn back. it has really come in handy and is a huge upgrade from a messy glue gun.
Surebonder GP-100F Mini Hot Glue Pen
compatible with the listed glue pen.
Surebonder DT-100 Mini Hot Glue Sticks 100pc
my ride or die since 2021. bought this thing and never looked back. great for drilling, piercing, carving, sanding and so on.
HARDELL Mini Cordless Rotary Tool Kit, 69 Accs
perfect for textile and lace cutting/trimming.
SINGER Fabric Scissors with Comfort Grip
this makes such a huge difference when photographing smaller artworks/objects. creates a uniform image so editing is minimal. big bang for the buck!
12x12 Light Box Photography Tent Kit, 120 LEDs, CRI>95
necessary when dealing with prints, drawings, etc. i usually grab a pack of these anytime i'm at the art store. they always come in handy!
Soft White Cotton Gloves | BLICK Art Materials
the perfect tulle for arts, crafts and fashion. this roll goes far. big bang for your buck!
Tulle Rolls 6” by 100 Yards (300 feet) (White)
always great to have when working with messy materials. also use them for wrapping works. multifunctional purpose.
6 Pack 12x9 ft Clear Plastic Drop Cloth
weirdly one of my favorite types of papers to work on/with. gives that retro newspaper feel to sketches and drawings, etc. on the thinner side, but i have even printed on this and its held up beautifully. vintage look.
Canson XL Newsprint Paper Foldover Pad 9x12 100 Sheets
perfect for charcoal and pastel drawings.
Strathmore 300 Charcoal Paper Pad 9x12 32ct
STAYING ORGANIZED
this makes for a perfect ceramics station. the wood top is perfect for working with clay and the hooks come in handy. good amount of shelving, this was a perfect add to my studio.
Amazon Basics Kitchen Storage Baker's Rack 24x59x18
not really sure how i existed before having one of these. so useful!!!!
Art Drying Rack Wall Storage, 12 Shelves, Black
perfect for organizing paintings or framed work. wheels are a huge help too.
Art Storage & Drying Rack with Caster Wheels
BOOKS
a lifesaver. can't stress it enough!
Art/Work: Everything to Know & Do for Art Career
truly insightful and an affirming reminder to pursue your dreams and who you truly are.
The Artist's Way
this has truly saved me in times where the artist as business model felt like defeat. art theory and contemporary philosophy. this will do your artistic/studio practice good.
Mobile Autonomy: Exercises in Artists' Self-Organization
best new addition to my library. useful, insightful, helpful. this read will help you expand. HIGHLY recommend.
The Artist's Roadmap: Career Strategies
my life changed when i came up on this book. full of everything you need to know.
Art-Write: The Writing Guide for Visual Artists
this title is full of exhibition related ephemera. an absolute fave of mine. so much design inspiration in here.
Please Come To The Show
this is a staple in any artist or art lover’s library. delving into the politics of art, love and passion. can’t recommend this one enough.
Art on My Mind: Visual Politics by bell hooks
love this book and not just because one of my mentors is featured in it. huge inspiration and insight towards my own studio practice.
Inside the Studio: Talks With New York Artists
one of my absolute favorite series.
New York Studio Conversations: 17 Women on Art
this was a gift that i will always appreciate and pass on to others. i am always going back to it.
Werner's Nomenclature of Colours: Zoology & Arts
a must read by everyone's favorite art critic. do like jerry saltz says and get to work!
How to Be an Artist, Jerry Saltz
while some of his points can certainly be challenged, i did enjoy the perspective of this read. i recommend to all artists.
Real Artists Don't Starve: Timeless Creative Strategies
an insightful guide for any artist. opens the mind to navigating ventures and opportunities.
Good Art Does Not Sell Itself: Artist's Guide