As mixed media artists we collect things.
We see the potential in the unwanted and cast off.
I need to remind myself to “use what I have” every once in a while. Have you ever surprised yourself by making a delicious soup, when there was “no food” in the kitchen.
When I glance around my studio I see:
- I have plenty of time
- I have many tables and plenty of space
- Stencils, paper, prints and stamping tools
- Printers, computers
- Window to the street
- Dad for company
Surely there is no need to shop for more stuff.
One challenge that I love to give myself is to use what I already have. So I think I will take some time and sort through my space and stuff to find a focus for my next project.
What do you think? Could you find your next art project by examining what you already have?
Try it!