My Studio space

How important is the studio space to an artist?  sometimes it can be detrimental to an artist to be locked within their studio for too long a time.  An artist needs inspiration and feedback to get the best results.  That's why I've decided to spend some time out of the studio with my sketchbook and camera to get some new ideas going.

I've spent the best part of four weeks in the studio producing 'Regimental' a kaleidoscopic painting based on Staffordshire, with images from canal boats, shire horses, etc... Now its time to get outside.

Here are some of the architectural features I have taken around the Chapel ash area of Wolverhampton for the arts festival we are holding in September.  These images are a start to collating information about the area.  It really is astounding the things you find when you start looking properly.

                                                      Detail of Cornice by Clarendon pub

              
                                                    Detail of Cornice by Dulux paint shop

I have looking at the history of the Chapel ash area and have already found that it used to be known for a healing spa and the home of an Olympic gold medalist.