I have written about the challenge of time an artist faces. I believe space is up near the top of the list of challenges for many artists. Spaces shares the top three with time and money. (I’ll get to money later.)
Space does depend on the type of artist for sure. But don’t think just because a writer only needs a piece of paper and a pencil space is not an issue. And an oil painter can tell you the challenges of trying to paint at home. Paint gets everywhere no matter how careful one is. No matter your medium there is some level of space challenge.
I have been one to always wish for a space that was reserved exclusively for my creative process. A few square feet on planet earth reserved for the creative works of Daryle and only for the creative works of Daryle. Thus far it is something I have not been able to make happen. In a perfect world I would have a room with a door that locked. A place I could go and know it is 100% mine. But right now it is not to be. So I do what many have to do, and that is make do.
I try hard not to let lack of my own space be an excuse for not creating. It may not be ideal and it may be more work but I use what space and what resources I can. I have a hunch I will spend my lifetime seeking the perfect creative zone but never find it. I also have a hunch that struggle adds to my creative work.
What about you? Do you struggle to find the perfect creative space?
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