I write this sitting not in a kitchen sink, but in a studio. My studio. For a few weeks at least. It’s all very exciting, and it comes about because I have taken my own advice and shown my work, as Austin Kleon tells us to do. (OK, I’ll share the advice honours with him - it’s a great little book.) Once you do that, you make yourself findable, he says. In a nutshell, if you’re not findable, then it’s much harder for people to see what you are doing, and for good things to happen as a result.
Wonderful. Can’t wait to hear about where this studio foray takes you. And ever so grateful to Phoebe Brocket for encouraging you to get ‘out there’ again. Love the Sunday morning Substack writing.
Brilliant! Having a creative space reminds me of Wolff’s observation that one does need a room if one’s own… however, she neglected the importance of it being separate from one’s domestic responsibilities ….. enjoy!!!
How magical- Please do share what you hide in those delicious smockets (I‘ve decided this is what a pocket created by smocking should be called). I was transported reading this- thank you!
What a wonderful opportunity, and so nice to be able to close the door on a creative mess, too. Although your workspace looks very orderly in these photos - I suppose that’s an advantage of working on one large piece of material rather than patchworking :)
I love love love your studio. I've been reading your blog since Yarnstorm, when I was a newly minted graduate on my gap year, and it inspired all kinds of creative side projects that I've stuck with (the gap year was to do things like knitting and writing and reading that I wasn't sure if I'd have as much time to do when I started working properly). It's so lovely to be reading and having you as a quiet inspiration again.
The studio is lovely and your sculptural pieces are ... just that. In this setting they truly come into their own.
On a side note, I love the plain white smocks worn by the atelier staff and the contrast they create with the elaborate couture gowns being produced there. Yves St Laurent was often photographed that way. There was a sense of modesty, self-effacement that was moving (even if a bit of mise en scène).
What good advice! And the smocking is stunning - I've always loved the texture of smocked fabric, the pleats are unbelievably satisfying. A lovely read.
Wonderful. Can’t wait to hear about where this studio foray takes you. And ever so grateful to Phoebe Brocket for encouraging you to get ‘out there’ again. Love the Sunday morning Substack writing.
Brilliant! Having a creative space reminds me of Wolff’s observation that one does need a room if one’s own… however, she neglected the importance of it being separate from one’s domestic responsibilities ….. enjoy!!!
Thanks. A really satisfying post. I love your enjoyment!
I love the smocking in big squares, even though it’s the back. Lovely to have your atelier!
How magical- Please do share what you hide in those delicious smockets (I‘ve decided this is what a pocket created by smocking should be called). I was transported reading this- thank you!
What a wonderful opportunity, and so nice to be able to close the door on a creative mess, too. Although your workspace looks very orderly in these photos - I suppose that’s an advantage of working on one large piece of material rather than patchworking :)
I love love love your studio. I've been reading your blog since Yarnstorm, when I was a newly minted graduate on my gap year, and it inspired all kinds of creative side projects that I've stuck with (the gap year was to do things like knitting and writing and reading that I wasn't sure if I'd have as much time to do when I started working properly). It's so lovely to be reading and having you as a quiet inspiration again.
What an interesting idea. And experience. Have fun with it!
(And I love the rug/floor covering in your final photo)
The studio is lovely and your sculptural pieces are ... just that. In this setting they truly come into their own.
On a side note, I love the plain white smocks worn by the atelier staff and the contrast they create with the elaborate couture gowns being produced there. Yves St Laurent was often photographed that way. There was a sense of modesty, self-effacement that was moving (even if a bit of mise en scène).
Bravo Jane on getting an atelier! I just love that rug under your feet!
What good advice! And the smocking is stunning - I've always loved the texture of smocked fabric, the pleats are unbelievably satisfying. A lovely read.
Have a beautiful atelier-tide!