Today I'm sharing how I created a creative space and how that inspires my creativity!
As a kid I used to use the dining table at home to create my art on - however it was so frustrating having to pack everything away at meal times! I longed for my own creative space. Later on after I had my own children I found myself in same frustrating situation where I was confined to creating my art on the family meal table and having to pack all away. Then I read the "Artist's Way" by Julia Cameron and I learnt to attach more importance to my creativity and in particular a space for it. So I cleared a couple of shelves of old dusty ornaments and books that had been read and that's where my art materials lived which could be transported to the table very quickly and creativity could begin. I cleared a cupboard for more art materials - soon I had created a space for my art to grow and evolve. Some meals were eaten on knees in front of the TV - after negotiation - it was a small inconvenience to pay for having some space for creative self expression - after all my partner had his photography studio in the attic!
Now as a single parent, I must admit it is easier to claim some space all to myself - yippeee!! ;)
My lovely rented home has a big kitchen diner. I have claimed the diner as my art studio. The kids eat on the island in the kitchen. Myself and any family who visit have to eat our meals in amongst my paints and brushes - a great new dining experience!
A couple of other books which have inspired me with regards to clearing space and creating new space in the home are "Creating Sacred Space with Feng Shui" by Karen Kingston and "Peaceful Spaces" by Alice Whately.
Make space for your creativity today and see what gifts the Universe brings you in return!
Blessings Claire x
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