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I still remember my first real studio, it was in the same building as my mother’s studio gallery/shop. I contributed a bit of the rent every week to have the little room above the kitchen. It was very cosy as it was an attic. The building was a historical property located in cardigan. Originally a stable for the cardigan castle, my room would of been where they stored things. It had to be painted with yellow ochre because it was made of limestone.
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This little room suited me, it was such a happy time for me to have somewhere that wasn’t my bedroom, to make and create. I came to love the studio so much more than my room, to the point that the only time I spent in my bedroom was sleeping or getting ready to head to the studio. The times that I wasn’t doing any of these things I was working to pay for my studio with my little jobs.
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Because of those jobs I rarely had a full day in the studio, that’s why I’m so happy to have a studio space in my second year of uni. I’m trying to make the most of the time that I have as a student and focus on my main goal which is to develop my artistic talents and skills, without worrying about other commitments. Plus having my studio in the old college is so inspiring for me!
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I would of never dreamt that my studio would be in this stunning Gothic building! It’s charming character inspires my work and its sea view calms my mind from the midst of my chaotic thoughts. I have been very lucky to have such a big space! I will miss this building very much so when we get kick out in June. I am also happy it will finally get the attention and love it’s been waiting so long for! I hope my third studio will be as charming as the last two.
Dottie-may Aston 