Space for Art

Photo: DIY Del Ray

Our porch is lit by a strand of twinkle lights. The single strand frames the front door and sets the scene for the activity inside. Inside we have another single strand draped around an empty frame on the wall and one piled on the logs in the fireplace. What is it about these lights that subtly suggest warmth, celebration, and community? Maybe its their tie to holiday decor, maybe its their candle-like glow, but I like to think that its the way each tiny light needs the whole strand in order to light our space. Too cheesy? Maybe.

Atmosphere and space have a powerful influence on the activity happening there. In creating an atmosphere that inspires conversation and creation, I've noticed that the subtle things in a space make a big difference in communicating what is expected of its inhabitants. For our happenings, empty space is a must, a blank canvas on which the artists can create.

Happenings are meant to be collaborative studio time... sharing and being active, inspiring each other to leave with an arsenal to draw upon when alone. Sure, your best work may happen while you are alone but, whether it is choreography or painting, pottery or poetry, strumming or stir-frying, a supportive community is a must.

We've had a great couple Happenings...  Wrapping a room with canvas, collaging, felting sticks, musicians painting, salsa dancing, and discussing the difference between a purpose and a motivation behind artwork... Thanks for coming out everyone!

Do you have an idea for The Empty House Studio? ...installation art? lessons? experiments? projects?... If you want a space, you've got it. But time is ticking away. Soon this space will be gone. 

Sincerely, 

Your team at TEHS