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The trail that changed how I think about studio organization

Published 10 months ago • 1 min read

Sarah Z Short

Notes from the Driftway

While walking in the woods, on a nicely groomed trail, I started thinking about what a difference that trail made. Instead of wading through grass and clambering over fallen trees, I was moving quickly and letting my mind wander.

And it wandered to art studio organization—because I realized your studio should be like that groomed trail. Instead of wading through clutter and clambering over supply piles, you should be able to move quickly and let your creativity flow. There's nothing worse than finally having time in the studio, only to discover that there's no clear space to work or that you can't find the paints and papers you want.

I went home from that walk and began creating a guide, The Organized Studio, based on my love and commitment to organization. Every studio visitor asks the same question: 'How do you keep it so organized?' Artists constantly message me asking for my systems. So I finally decided to share everything.

Whether you work at your kitchen table or have a dedicated studio, these systems will help you spend less time organizing and more time creating

And now, I'm sharing my best tips and techniques to help you organize your space.

Or start with the free Problem Areas Assessment—it takes 5 minutes and reveals exactly where to focus your organizing efforts first. Then, if you want the complete system, grab the full guide.

Let me know what you think!

Until next time,

Sarah

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Sarah Z Short

I'm an abstract artist using vintage paper and letterpress printing for contemporary collage art. I teach online and in-person collage workshops.

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