Having an art studio like yours is a dream for every artist. Without any doubt this is the most compleate and well organised place for art I have ever seen on internet. It is obvious that only a proffesional passionate and harworking artist can do this. Everithing is completely customized for your specific activity so that you can get the maximum creativeness and stimulation. Congratulation for all what you have done and especially how cost effective you created all the stuff there!
I agree George, I shopped everywhere looking for a really good easel for my canvas' and finally bought one (not cheap) that in all honesty it turned out to be a piece of junk. I love Andrews "Cleat Wall" concept. Very easy to build and it allows for the latitude to anchor all kinds of mood lights, photo references, pens and pencils etc. anywhere at will and to change them up as needed. Great stuff Andrew!
I am 74 yrs old, and decided to try painting for stress relief in these challenging times. You are my “go to “ YT er, congratulations on your new studio. Love your fur babies.
I recently sold my first painting and attempted my first portrait painting, and was shocked with the outcome. Never would have continued with it without channels like yours. Thanks for the inspiration.
Andrew, I discovered your videos over the winter and have watched most of them. They made me realise I never really knew where to start, not unusual as I am self taught. My own 'studio' is a 6ft x 6ft shed with a roof light I set-in myself (like you I like making stuff) plus adapted ceiling lights with daylight bulbs. It's fairly limited with a home made full size easel, home made drawer rack, side work surface and foam insulation. Yes, all on the cheap. I'm looking forward to the warmer weather to get back to a landscape and a portrait I have been planning. If only my painting skills were as full as my enthusiasm I'd be... well, average. Just putting that out there for people like me who will never be an accomplished artist but get pleasure (and some pain) from trying. Looking forward to more of your videos.
Organization is key in setting up any work space, I love space and have a Graceland building, we sheet rocked and plumbed, and wired. It's very nice to have.
I really enjoyed this video Andrew ... you're such an intense artist, yet today you have me (& probably many others) grinning from ear to ear with your with and humor. I learn so much from your channel as well as your podcasts. Keep 'em coming!
Andrew, just listened to an interview with you which was so enjoyable - a thought struck me about you being asked how can you paint when all the world is in a mess like it is? - but it's exactly because the world has so many challenges that we must paint - that's why artists and creative people are born - to move the world forward by sharing visions of a better world. Every tiny thing we think, say or do ripples out and touches everyone's lives on levels we can't imagine. The worth of that to this world is invaluable and we may never fully grasp just how much of an effect and influence we are having, even by just being here - seeing everyone, interacting, moving through this world with the eyes and purpose of a creative artist. We create because of an irrepressible love of beauty and that love of beauty cannot fail to change the world. Thank you for all you do and for inspiring me not to go missing from my own life, to turn up, to be prepared and to determine to be more present and fearlessly, fully engaged in my own path and find my own unique voice and vision. From my heart to yours - thank you brother, your Presence in this world is priceless.
Now this. THIS is a studio tour! Thank you for talking about the ups and downs and showing the process of putting together a functional studio, rather than just showing us pretty plants on a shelf.
Andrew I love your studio you gave some very good pointers on it to. I have been painting for almost 60 years and had to downsize my studio over the last 10 years due to health and location, from a large room in my home with a fully stocked work shop to watercolors on my kitchen table and oils in a corner of my living room in a one bedroom apartment. I'm looking forward to your video on small studios hope I can learn from It. Your paintings and videos are fantastic.
This was fun to watch, a beam of light in the darkness. You are a renaissance man! Future trip to NZ S. Island Lawrence on my bucket list :-) Very much looking forward to the release of Epic Landscapes! Thank you for sharing this!
You are a gift for lots of people, I can't understand how you accomplish so many things in a normal life with 24 hour days, but you do with excellence in every detail. I hope you keep bringing us so much joy as now to your growing community. Video informative and funny
What a beautiful studio! And so well organized, which I can learn a lesson from. I love your gallery, showcasing your work and your friend's sculptures. If I ever get to New Zealand, I will definitely stop by.
When I get into a rut ! Its always great to watch your inspiration and energy level . I am in the marine business full time , its very hard to paint as much as I would like . When my ship comes in I keep saying I will then be a full time artist! The gallery gets upset when I do not have something new to put in...…… Thanks for all you do. Al
I've been building my own studio for a few years and seeing how your studio is comfortable, spacious, beautiful and handy just set my standards high! I'm so glad you spoke about how you made certain things and didn't just buy them ready online. Thanks for putting so much hard work and passion into your art and content and thank you for sharing it with us. It's truly inspiring and I can't wait to get a chance to visit your gallery one day!
Andrew I absolutely loved this. Thank you so much! The tour, interspersed with tips and tricks was so entertaining and educational. I love that you use antiques to store supplies - something I too love to do... I hunted down all kinds of old wooden card catalogs, drawers and even a watchmaker's cabinet to store my art and craft supplies. I also love that you have carried on your mother's talent and treasure her portfolio! My dad taught me to draw and oil paint when I was young - now I am retired and getting the paints back out and treasure the silliest of things; I have his old Bob Ross / William Alexander palette knife and am thrilled to put it to use again! Your space is a dream come true - amazing and organised and full of character. Thank you so much for having me in your Studio. I wish one day I could travel there to see it in person, but since that's probably not going to happen, this is the next-best thing!
Oh wow, I thought your studio looked amazing from the brief glimpses you have given us before, but this is out of this world. Thank you so much for the share and for the more personal insights. Looking forward to the new Epic Landscape tutorial. I know it will be another smashing success.
What a great video.....agree 1 million percent with your "Creative Minds" theory. I have worked as an interior decorator for 20 years and found it the perfect venue to exercise my creative mind while away from the easel or sketchbook. My clients quickly realize I can convey my vision much more quickly through a rough sketch..and that color and paint selections are my most fav aspect of the design. Envisioning a finished space in my mind's eye is another perk from my art background. Loving returning to the easel and making it my new priority. Keep these videos coming! Your enthusiasm is contagious!
After watching this I realized that you are much more than a pretty face with a painting talent! You are a flipping genius! I know that you get help from your better half too. I see that influence. I see now how determination becomes success! It may be too late for me but I'm watching closely from Kentucky!
Deborah, believe me, it is NEVER too late. I am 73, embarked on my 3rd career since High School. As long as you have the desire to create you will be on your own journey. Good luck. Keep going forward!
Andrew has many Kentucky followers. I am 71 . Had put this part of life on hold for many years. Just now getting to what was always my passion. Having to relearn some techniques. Thankful to Andrew for sharing his ideals and his gifts. Never to old...just the right time.
I’ve been a sign painter for over 50yrs and have hung over 100 signs with the French clerestory, when you showed us your wall easel with French cletes fireworks went off in my head and can’t wait to get started. I’m in south Florida so I’m also going to do a couple outside as well. Thank you! Duane Hatfield
Its a dream studio and gallery space. You are an amazing artist Andrew. I have been following you for many years and get inspired with every video that you post. Your videos are very detailed and easy to follow . Keep up the good work.
I LOVE this video! Your studio is an artist's dream. I know you've worked hard to make it what it is so congratulations! Sharing it with us was wonderful. One of my favorite artist/instructors used to be Helen Van Wyk. It was a dream of mine that I may get to visit her studio one day. Well, that didn't happen but before she passed away she released a book called Welcome To My Studio that had big, lovely pictures. It was the next best thing to being there in person. As excited as I was about pictures, you can imagine how much I enjoyed your video. We're all wishing you even more & more success! And thank you for all you share with us!☺
OK. This is my first time on your channel and I'm already blown away by your art and your place. You - and Slew - have raised the bar of the artistic game for me. OMG THIS IS IT. THIS IS THE STUDIO THAT I ALWAYS DREAMED OF. I'm not kidding. When I think about working with art full time (and I am not even close to your paint level yet - I'm actually far far far away from it) that's how I imagine my workplace. OMG. I love it. I want to be just like you when I grow up. Well done!
Now that’s a true “State of the Art” place, awesome. ;) I’d love to see your shot on a small, corner of the room, studio too, that’s more like my reality. Congrats Andrew!
I ‘ve been following you for a while now and i get so inspired seeing everything you share and your journey as a true artist. I ve learned a lot from you and seeing your studio makes me so excited that one day i have to visit your place . Every video you make provides a lot of knowledge and shows that how much experience this requires to reach that point in life where you have achieved a lot in life.
Appreciate your studio tour. I'm moving into a new home soon and I am looking for ideas for a large basement to try to figure out what the heck I'm going to do for my creative space. Sometimes I wonder if it would make it easier if I had less space to work with. You have some wonderful ideas and I just love your art. Thank you again for sharing with us!
What you had to say at the end about relating to your artist mentality/acceptance has changed my game! Thank you. I am that hands on, get the tools out kinda chick and it was just superb relating to how your head space works! Loved it! Thanks for sharing that!
So great, watching for a long time your e olution has inspired my heart to never stop doi g my art, not even close to your talent, but keeps me happy and moving forward. Thanks for cool tour and gadget 2000 so kool...loved it all; Oh the Gallery is perfect!!!!!!! xxxxx🎨😎
This made my day. I love seeing studio space that works! Thank you for the email and heads up for viewing. Looking forward to more videos and more remarkable work. Peace to all and good health.
I have the dining room to paint..to sew,and recibe visit ,no money for studio...I glad you have that big studio,materials ,ideas ..I wish for you the best..
What a fantastic play room! really awesome space. Even love the inclusion of a ‘chill out’ space in the centre, there’s nothing like sitting on a couch mulling over what next steps to take on a piece or just too admire your own hard work. The reveal of the “Paint-view 2000” with the flute rendition of Jurassic Park had me in stitches 😂
Love it. You think like I do when planning something to make/build. My carpenter husband can build anything "if" he has a "real" plan with measurements, etc. Me, I create something needed like you! LOL. It's in our heads I think, like a painting before we ever really start. I agree, we apply the creativeness to everything. I teach piano, carving, painting- and a good teacher has to be creative in explaining. If the student doesn't understand something, you must say it in another way, repeating the same thing won't get anywhere. It may take several "another ways". I also love to cook/bake and even got to go to the Pillsbury Bake-Off years ago and won several national recipe contests with my own creations. Artists must create, no matter what or how! Thanks again Andrew. Wonderful video.
When you first showed us this new studio space a good while back, I got excited for you, and thought we would get to see how you set things up and etc. Since then it has felt like something was missing. thank you for making me feel whole again. I live in Japan and paint in a tiny space, but I can dream big.
I've just started following you and have really enjoyed your videos. Love your studio. When you have a great place to go to and paint in I bet it makes going home hard as you don't want to leave or stop creating. I was able to open a small art school two years ago but like most here in the states ( I live in Connecticut USA) had to close due to Covid. I'm now back in my studio and find I have a hard time going home at a reasonable hour as I've made "my space", My space. I've organized and put things in their proper place so I know right where they are. Thanks for all the knowledge you share. Jacqui
And I paint in a tiny 4ft by 6ft space in a tiny glass porch covering the way to our back door.... my old attic studio remains but is two floors up at the top of a twisty, narrow staircase...I’m too old to make regular trips up there now.......It’s good to see your dream of a studio though.
Looking forward to the small studio video and more of your painting videos. You are a great teacher and a happy note in this difficult time. Thank you for all of it.
Hi Andrew, thank you so much for giving us a tour around your studio. All I can say is WOW!! love it all. I live in the North Island and look forward one day to visit your fabulous studio. My studio is in the corner of the conservatory, but consider myself very lucky to have that. Love your videos. I have purchased several. Look forward to future videos. Many thanks for sharing your knowledge.
I love that you're still using your old music in your videos 😊 Old time fan and you're a true inspiration to me and many others, thank you for everything you've done
For air quality, have you thought of getting a couple of really good portable HEPA Air Purifiers to place around your studio space especially near where you paint and mix your paints. They run off regular outlet-power and more affordable than rigging a system for the entire building.
Your videos are great, Andrew! I like your long videos, too! Thanks for sharing on RUclips. I recently had my 9th grade art students watch your "Drawing a Seascape with Crashing Waves" video because I knew that you would capture their attention (you are slightly younger and cooler than I am).... and they picked up SO many great tips about drawing in graphite!! We are working on our own landscape projects now, and I keep reminding them of what they learned from your video. Best wishes in all of your creative endeavors!
Hi Andrew, just watched your studio tour. Fabulous space. I have a cabin at the bottom of the garden which I love and am lucky to have but your space is amazing.. love your work you’re an inspiration.
Absolutely love your videos Andrew, especially how you solve practical studio problems. You're an inspiration and I look forward to visiting your Gallery next time I'm in NZ
As an artist, I sometimes hit a painters block, and need inspiration. Your presence and ideas as well as instruction fills that block and inspires me to stay in my little studio. I have so many ideas and subject matter as I am a retired Rancher in Florida spending a lot of time in the cattle and citrus business and seeing the old Florida disappear with development, I have a strong desire to get that history on canvas; the cow camps; roundups; Kerr dogs used to bunch cattle and personalities of "day riders" who assist us on the big roundups. Many of the things you have suggested I do. Hard problems to solve are put aside such as a painting of manatee's and for two years I would pass by that work when I solved the problem. I have a cabinet, old library cardholder, that I keep tubes of paint and brushes and electrical for quick use. Thank you for the effort and time you use to inspire artist everywhere. Larry Hudson - Florida Cowboy Artist.
Wow......awesome studio! Even more impressive is your organizational ability! You have a very logical mind and, of course, creative as well. Great to see someone else who straddles both worlds. Thanks for the video. Take care, Wray
I am in awe of your work space. Hope to visit NZ now that we have the the trans Tasman bubble flights going, first one left Australia this morning. My husband wants to go skiing in Queenstown so will be definitely be putting Lawrence onto my bucket list.
Wow! I mean wow!!!!! It's like playland for artists! Woooooow! Something to aim for! And I see your family was very artistic. Thanks for that! Super inspiring!
What a work space...and the gallery next door. Before I retired I had a similar set up, but on a smaller scale. Just a pleasure to work in something like that. Makes you excited to go to work. And having the gallery attached makes it so much easier to sell work ( apart from all the interruptions) I paint less these days, in a smaller space. You brought back a lot of memories. I wish I had $10 for every time I cut myself on glass sheets ! Happy days !
Your studio is wonderful; I have a fairly nice one also. What I don’t have is your talent and amazing ability. I think I need to get into something like an old fashioned phone booth and be infused with extra talent! I’m basically a watercolor with colored pencil artist, but I’d give anything to paint as well as you. Best wishes and stay well from Connecticut in the US! Jane 😉
Hello Andrew! Thank you for inviting us to share your moments of painting and your precious advice and results of your product and technical tests as well as opening up your world of painting in New Zealand, which we visit from time to time as well as Australia or live part of our Family. Congratulations your professionalism and your immense talent. See you soon ! Patrick from New Caledonia.
Dear Andrew, this was a wonderful video. I learnt a lot. Two things are my takeaway - 1) keep things organized. and 2) things will automatically be clean. The lighting is also an important aspect. I usually try to do as much as possible before the daylight starts getting mellow (around 3 is in Kolkata, India).
Andrew, thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to show us your spaces and pass along your knowledge. I just moved into my first official studio outside of home and this helped me see how I can improve it!
What an Exellent organized studio you have now. I have been watching you start from the very beginning of what you wanted to create / have. Now you are a successful artist. if I were still young, I could have learned the creativiy of paintings from you. God bless you Andrew.
MAKE IT TIGHTER... tighten down the bolts a little more on your wall fixture will give a smooth controllable operation of it... more stability with out it slipping out of place. Or also add SPRING LOADED adjusters to the bolts and washers for more control and stability.
Really enjoyed this video. It must be a dream come true after many years of hard work. It is beautiful and I am so happy for you and I can see you love it. Although this video is awesome I am looking forward to your video for smaller studios for folks like myself. I use half of our guest bedroom for my studio, and although I am quite neat and organized, I am sure you have some great ideas for improvement. Thank you for all that you share. You are an inspiration and after watching your videos, when stuck, I get inspired to try new things and not be afaid.
Andrew, fantastic tour. I have been in advertising and graphic design for 40, years just retired. My new passons, oil painting, model making and large metal sculpture (welding)I have an outside shop for the welding and share an office studio with my wife. At the end your tour you mentioned a video for small space studios (very interested) Also the creativity thoughts at the end.......the way I have always lived my life. I live design and art 24/7.
SIR andrew Im your biggest fan here in Philippines. I always watched your painting sessions. And it teach me a lot for making my own paintings.your such an inspiration to all beginners like me..:)
Thank you Andrew, what an interesting tour of your enviable facility. Well done. I live in a retirement Community and our home space does not allow me the luxury of a 'studio'. Nevertheless, that does not stop me from painting ,a pastime I love . I paint outside on the deck, we do have " to the floor" clear blinds though to lower 'n keep it cool breeze free :) 'n wind up or halfway in warmer days. I am 83 yo and will continue to paint as long as I can see and hold a brush. I thank you for your beautiful art and watching your videos inspires me to keep creating and enjoying my efforts to produce the best results I can . You are a wonderful role model to all aspiring artists, young 'n old. I wish you Health 'n Happiness in your life.
Very informative, especially your wall easel which is easy to adapt to smaller spaces. This goes for some of your other ideas. Not everyone has the space but can make the available space work more effectively. Thanks for a great video as always. Jaci from Durban South Africa.
My parents and I almost Emigrated to New Zealand in 1970s. Wellington. They even had jobs and a house there. They changed their minds at the last moment. I’d have been a different person if it had come about I think. I worked with a lad from Wellington. He’d emigrated to England. He returned to Wellington often to see his parents. Beautiful islands, but I’ve only seen them on TV.
Wow Andrew, what an amazing studio and workshop plus gallery space. Thank you for the tour iof your Wonderful facility its just awesome and goes to show what can be achieved with a highly creative mind. You sir rock, you are an extremely talented guy not only in terms of being an artist ,but also so many other practical ways too, as you have demonstrated in this video. You are a real inspiriation mate which I have told you so many times before. I just love to follow your fantastic tutorials and podcasts as there is so much detailed information on offer. What I really like about you Andrew, is your humility, honesty and positivity in conjunction with your incredible energy that i believe underpins your creativity and style. So cool. Thank you.
Omg i did the same thing when my mom got a new fridge. I salvaged the removable shelves from the fridge and now i have 3 pallets! You are the only other person i have come across that also does that!!
Love your video about the Studio Tour you are so creative you amaze me not only you are a great artist you are so creative I will apply some of your ideas to the studio space I have at home, I enjoy your videos, your paintings I thank you so much for sharing
You have probably received tons of compliments on that awesome studio space of yours, but still once again fantastic studio mate!!! And having watched your older videos I also know that you have worked in a single room home studio too. you mentioned that the only space that mattered was the 2 feet between you and your easel! I mean you are just soo driven man!! Can't wait for that next video about a home studio... that's something that i could really use. Cheers! Never stop making videos!!!
Hi Andrew thanks for your tour of your studio It looked so organised and you have given me a lot of inspiration and ideas as I have a large space with all brick walls. I love your wall easel and your palette mixing area. You are truly an inspiration and I find myself binge watching your videos please let us know as soon as you can ship videos and the Covid lock down has been relaxed. Your videos are so informative and genuine Thanks
I am following you for a year now, thank you for detailed videos, I am self-taught artist from India your videos are helpful to deal with artistic problems regarding realistic art
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Having an art studio like yours is a dream for every artist. Without any doubt this is the most compleate and well organised place for art I have ever seen on internet. It is obvious that only a proffesional passionate and harworking artist can do this. Everithing is completely customized for your specific activity so that you can get the maximum creativeness and stimulation. Congratulation for all what you have done and especially how cost effective you created all the stuff there!
Cheers George! yes, always on a budget!
I agree George, I shopped everywhere looking for a really good easel for my canvas' and finally bought one (not cheap) that in all honesty it turned out to be a piece of junk. I love Andrews "Cleat Wall" concept. Very easy to build and it allows for the latitude to anchor all kinds of mood lights, photo references, pens and pencils etc. anywhere at will and to change them up as needed. Great stuff Andrew!
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@@ltblue1223 give examples pls
Artists don't dream George, they create! And that's the power of being an artist 👩🎨
I am 74 yrs old, and decided to try painting for stress relief in these challenging times. You are my “go to “ YT er, congratulations on your new studio.
Love your fur babies.
Hey Andrew that’s not a studio, that’s an artist paradise, I am really impressed how everything in there does have a very interesting story.
I recently sold my first painting and attempted my first portrait painting, and was shocked with the outcome. Never would have continued with it without channels like yours. Thanks for the inspiration.
I lost it at the flute music, that was hilarious. Keep making awesome videos Andrew, all your work is amazing
Andrew, I discovered your videos over the winter and have watched most of them. They made me realise I never really knew where to start, not unusual as I am self taught. My own 'studio' is a 6ft x 6ft shed with a roof light I set-in myself (like you I like making stuff) plus adapted ceiling lights with daylight bulbs. It's fairly limited with a home made full size easel, home made drawer rack, side work surface and foam insulation. Yes, all on the cheap. I'm looking forward to the warmer weather to get back to a landscape and a portrait I have been planning. If only my painting skills were as full as my enthusiasm I'd be... well, average. Just putting that out there for people like me who will never be an accomplished artist but get pleasure (and some pain) from trying. Looking forward to more of your videos.
Amazing!! Great talking to you!
Organization is key in setting up any work space, I love space and have a Graceland building, we sheet rocked and plumbed, and wired. It's very nice to have.
I really enjoyed this video Andrew ... you're such an intense artist, yet today you have me (& probably many others) grinning from ear to ear with your with and humor. I learn so much from your channel as well as your podcasts. Keep 'em coming!
You are a very good teacher/demonstrator. You express your ideas and instruction very clearly.
Andrew, just listened to an interview with you which was so enjoyable - a thought struck me about you being asked how can you paint when all the world is in a mess like it is? - but it's exactly because the world has so many challenges that we must paint - that's why artists and creative people are born - to move the world forward by sharing visions of a better world. Every tiny thing we think, say or do ripples out and touches everyone's lives on levels we can't imagine. The worth of that to this world is invaluable and we may never fully grasp just how much of an effect and influence we are having, even by just being here - seeing everyone, interacting, moving through this world with the eyes and purpose of a creative artist. We create because of an irrepressible love of beauty and that love of beauty cannot fail to change the world.
Thank you for all you do and for inspiring me not to go missing from my own life, to turn up, to be prepared and to determine to be more present and fearlessly, fully engaged in my own path and find my own unique voice and vision.
From my heart to yours - thank you brother, your Presence in this world is priceless.
Absolutely agree!
you have always inspired us as young artist. please continue to do your very best
Ok thanks much for response
Holy smokes! This is a studio on steroids! My painting area is the size of a small closet. LOL!
You have no occasion to see my space :)
Mine too.
Taylor Van Buskirk I saw a tv program on Chagall’s life last night.. he stayed and worked underneath stairs for awhile! 🌹
@@karin4182, that's about the size of my studio. LOL!
i paint on my bed
Now this. THIS is a studio tour! Thank you for talking about the ups and downs and showing the process of putting together a functional studio, rather than just showing us pretty plants on a shelf.
You’re living the dream of many. Congrats on the fruits of your hard work! Looking forward to the new tutorials. Cheers!
Andrew I love your studio you gave some very good pointers on it to. I have been painting for almost 60 years and had to downsize my studio over the last 10 years due to health and location, from a large room in my home with a fully stocked work shop to watercolors on my kitchen table and oils in a corner of my living room in a one bedroom apartment. I'm looking forward to your video on small studios hope I can learn from It. Your paintings and videos are fantastic.
This was fun to watch, a beam of light in the darkness. You are a renaissance man! Future trip to NZ S. Island Lawrence on my bucket list :-) Very much looking forward to the release of Epic Landscapes! Thank you for sharing this!
You are a gift for lots of people, I can't understand how you accomplish so many things in a normal life with 24 hour days, but you do with excellence in every detail. I hope you keep bringing us so much joy as now to your growing community. Video informative and funny
that camera rig is a dream.. i might have to build my own paint view 2000!
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Slew! Been watching you for over a year your the man! Love your work!
What a beautiful studio! And so well organized, which I can learn a lesson from. I love your gallery, showcasing your work and your friend's sculptures. If I ever get to New Zealand, I will definitely stop by.
When I get into a rut ! Its always great to watch your inspiration and energy level . I am in the marine business full time , its very hard to paint as much as I would like . When my ship comes in I keep saying I will then be a full time artist! The gallery gets upset when I do not have something new to put in...…… Thanks for all you do. Al
I've been building my own studio for a few years and seeing how your studio is comfortable, spacious, beautiful and handy just set my standards high! I'm so glad you spoke about how you made certain things and didn't just buy them ready online. Thanks for putting so much hard work and passion into your art and content and thank you for sharing it with us. It's truly inspiring and I can't wait to get a chance to visit your gallery one day!
I also love the perfectly balanced mix of professionalism and comedy! Truly made me laugh a few times
Andrew I absolutely loved this. Thank you so much! The tour, interspersed with tips and tricks was so entertaining and educational. I love that you use antiques to store supplies - something I too love to do... I hunted down all kinds of old wooden card catalogs, drawers and even a watchmaker's cabinet to store my art and craft supplies. I also love that you have carried on your mother's talent and treasure her portfolio! My dad taught me to draw and oil paint when I was young - now I am retired and getting the paints back out and treasure the silliest of things; I have his old Bob Ross / William Alexander palette knife and am thrilled to put it to use again! Your space is a dream come true - amazing and organised and full of character. Thank you so much for having me in your Studio. I wish one day I could travel there to see it in person, but since that's probably not going to happen, this is the next-best thing!
It could happen one day! Thanks so much for the kind comment. I really appreciate it!
push points in the walls and hang canvas to paint on.. a shelf for your pallet underneath.. it's one artist successful he traveled around a lot
Oh wow, I thought your studio looked amazing from the brief glimpses you have given us before, but this is out of this world. Thank you so much for the share and for the more personal insights. Looking forward to the new Epic Landscape tutorial. I know it will be another smashing success.
Agree.. organization... organization helps the creative mind to create. Thanks for the tour. You inspire the world.
Your studio looks bigger than my house dude!
What a great video.....agree 1 million percent with your "Creative Minds" theory. I have worked as an interior decorator for 20 years and found it the perfect venue to exercise my creative mind while away from the easel or sketchbook. My clients quickly realize I can convey my vision much more quickly through a rough sketch..and that color and paint selections are my most fav aspect of the design. Envisioning a finished space in my mind's eye is another perk from my art background. Loving returning to the easel and making it my new priority. Keep these videos coming! Your enthusiasm is contagious!
Cheers Cris! More on the way!
After watching this I realized that you are much more than a pretty face with a painting talent! You are a flipping genius! I know that you get help from your better half too. I see that influence. I see now how determination becomes success! It may be too late for me but I'm watching closely from Kentucky!
Deborah, believe me, it is NEVER too late. I am 73, embarked on my 3rd career since High School. As long as you have the desire to create you will be on your own journey. Good luck. Keep going forward!
Hey Deborah! I want to echo what George has said here, It's never too late!!!
KY viewer too. I love his channel, this was a fun one seeing him in the hardware store and doing neat things 😊
I know how she feels tho...keep moving forward
Andrew has many Kentucky followers. I am 71 . Had put this part of life on hold for many years. Just now getting to what was always my passion. Having to relearn some techniques. Thankful to Andrew for sharing his ideals and his gifts. Never to old...just the right time.
I’ve been a sign painter for over 50yrs and have hung over 100 signs with the French clerestory, when you showed us your wall easel with French cletes fireworks went off in my head and can’t wait to get started. I’m in south Florida so I’m also going to do a couple outside as well. Thank you!
Duane Hatfield
Awesome! Simply loved the arrangement of the studio that you have. Eagerly waiting for the next one on the smallest studio.👍
Its a dream studio and gallery space. You are an amazing artist Andrew. I have been following you for many years and get inspired with every video that you post. Your videos are very detailed and easy to follow . Keep up the good work.
I LOVE this video! Your studio is an artist's dream. I know you've worked hard to make it what it is so congratulations! Sharing it with us was wonderful. One of my favorite artist/instructors used to be Helen Van Wyk. It was a dream of mine that I may get to visit her studio one day. Well, that didn't happen but before she passed away she released a book called Welcome To My Studio that had big, lovely pictures. It was the next best thing to being there in person. As excited as I was about pictures, you can imagine how much I enjoyed your video. We're all wishing you even more & more success! And thank you for all you share with us!☺
OK. This is my first time on your channel and I'm already blown away by your art and your place. You - and Slew - have raised the bar of the artistic game for me. OMG THIS IS IT. THIS IS THE STUDIO THAT I ALWAYS DREAMED OF. I'm not kidding. When I think about working with art full time (and I am not even close to your paint level yet - I'm actually far far far away from it) that's how I imagine my workplace. OMG. I love it. I want to be just like you when I grow up. Well done!
Now that’s a true “State of the Art” place, awesome. ;)
I’d love to see your shot on a small, corner of the room, studio too, that’s more like my reality.
Congrats Andrew!
Me too
I ‘ve been following you for a while now and i get so inspired seeing everything you share and your journey as a true artist. I ve learned a lot from you and seeing your studio makes me so excited that one day i have to visit your place . Every video you make provides a lot of knowledge and shows that how much experience this requires to reach that point in life where you have achieved a lot in life.
Love the way you don’t mention the huge comfy sofa
Sofa's pretty much speak for themselves though right?
Appreciate your studio tour. I'm moving into a new home soon and I am looking for ideas for a large basement to try to figure out what the heck I'm going to do for my creative space. Sometimes I wonder if it would make it easier if I had less space to work with. You have some wonderful ideas and I just love your art. Thank you again for sharing with us!
Looking forward to your next one on a teeny weeny studio, which is unfortunately my reality. Thank you for all your vids!
What you had to say at the end about relating to your artist mentality/acceptance has changed my game! Thank you. I am that hands on, get the tools out kinda chick and it was just superb relating to how your head space works! Loved it! Thanks for sharing that!
So great, watching for a long time your e olution has inspired my heart to never stop doi g my art, not even close to your talent, but keeps me happy and moving forward. Thanks for cool tour and gadget 2000 so kool...loved it all; Oh the Gallery is perfect!!!!!!!
xxxxx🎨😎
Thanks Donna! More videos on the way!
Fun watching your studio, looking forward to see your video about the tiny studio arrangement because I work in a really small place
This made my day. I love seeing studio space that works! Thank you for the email and heads up for viewing. Looking forward to more videos and more remarkable work. Peace to all and good health.
I have the dining room to paint..to sew,and recibe visit ,no money for studio...I glad you have that big studio,materials ,ideas ..I wish for you the best..
What a fantastic play room! really awesome space. Even love the inclusion of a ‘chill out’ space in the centre, there’s nothing like sitting on a couch mulling over what next steps to take on a piece or just too admire your own hard work.
The reveal of the “Paint-view 2000” with the flute rendition of Jurassic Park had me in stitches 😂
Cheers Damien! You're the first one to mention the JP reference... being a fan of good ol meme's I couldn't resist! LOL 😂
I’m absolutely in love with (and envious) of your studio space.
Oh boi! Lonnnnggg time coming!!
Love it. You think like I do when planning something to make/build. My carpenter husband can build anything "if" he has a "real" plan with measurements, etc. Me, I create something needed like you! LOL. It's in our heads I think, like a painting before we ever really start. I agree, we apply the creativeness to everything. I teach piano, carving, painting- and a good teacher has to be creative in explaining. If the student doesn't understand something, you must say it in another way, repeating the same thing won't get anywhere. It may take several "another ways". I also love to cook/bake and even got to go to the Pillsbury Bake-Off years ago and won several national recipe contests with my own creations. Artists must create, no matter what or how! Thanks again Andrew. Wonderful video.
As mentioned in my email, you are a true ambassador for Art. Great stuff! Not jealous at all 😍
Thanks Mike!
you deserve it, you work hard stay grounded and humble...you have and still inspire many including me and I thank you
When you first showed us this new studio space a good while back, I got excited for you, and thought we would get to see how you set things up and etc. Since then it has felt like something was missing. thank you for making me feel whole again. I live in Japan and paint in a tiny space, but I can dream big.
Keep the dream going. Never let the flame die. Passion and creating and it's calling is the original spark in living.
I've just started following you and have really enjoyed your videos. Love your studio. When you have a great place to go to and paint in I bet it makes going home hard as you don't want to leave or stop creating. I was able to open a small art school two years ago but like most here in the states ( I live in Connecticut USA) had to close due to Covid. I'm now back in my studio and find I have a hard time going home at a reasonable hour as I've made "my space", My space. I've organized and put things in their proper place so I know right where they are. Thanks for all the knowledge you share. Jacqui
And I paint in a tiny 4ft by 6ft space in a tiny glass porch covering the way to our back door.... my old attic studio remains but is two floors up at the top of a twisty, narrow staircase...I’m too old to make regular trips up there now.......It’s good to see your dream of a studio though.
Looking forward to the small studio video and more of your painting videos. You are a great teacher and a happy note in this difficult time. Thank you for all of it.
Hi Andrew, thank you so much for giving us a tour around your studio. All I can say is WOW!! love it all. I live in the North Island and look forward one day to visit your fabulous studio. My studio is in the corner of the conservatory, but consider myself very lucky to have that. Love your videos. I have purchased several. Look forward to future videos. Many thanks for sharing your knowledge.
I love that you're still using your old music in your videos 😊 Old time fan and you're a true inspiration to me and many others, thank you for everything you've done
For air quality, have you thought of getting a couple of really good portable HEPA Air Purifiers to place around your studio space especially near where you paint and mix your paints. They run off regular outlet-power and more affordable than rigging a system for the entire building.
Your videos are great, Andrew! I like your long videos, too! Thanks for sharing on RUclips. I recently had my 9th grade art students watch your "Drawing a Seascape with Crashing Waves" video because I knew that you would capture their attention (you are slightly younger and cooler than I am).... and they picked up SO many great tips about drawing in graphite!! We are working on our own landscape projects now, and I keep reminding them of what they learned from your video. Best wishes in all of your creative endeavors!
Hi Andrew, just watched your studio tour. Fabulous space. I have a cabin at the bottom of the garden which I love and am lucky to have but your space is amazing.. love your work you’re an inspiration.
That space is ridiculous! 👑👑👑👑
Absolutely love your videos Andrew, especially how you solve practical studio problems. You're an inspiration and I look forward to visiting your Gallery next time I'm in NZ
As an artist, I sometimes hit a painters block, and need inspiration. Your presence and ideas as well as instruction fills that block and inspires me to stay in my little studio. I have so many ideas and subject matter as I am a retired Rancher in Florida spending a lot of time in the cattle and citrus business and seeing the old Florida disappear with development, I have a strong desire to get that history on canvas; the cow camps; roundups; Kerr dogs used to bunch cattle and personalities of "day riders" who assist us on the big roundups. Many of the things you have suggested I do. Hard problems to solve are put aside such as a painting of manatee's and for two years I would pass by that work when I solved the problem. I have a cabinet, old library cardholder, that I keep tubes of paint and brushes and electrical for quick use.
Thank you for the effort and time you use to inspire artist everywhere.
Larry Hudson - Florida Cowboy Artist.
Wow......awesome studio! Even more impressive is your organizational ability! You have a very logical mind and, of course, creative as well. Great to see someone else who straddles both worlds. Thanks for the video. Take care, Wray
I am in awe of your work space. Hope to visit NZ now that we have the the trans Tasman bubble flights going, first one left Australia this morning. My husband wants to go skiing in Queenstown so will be definitely be putting Lawrence onto my bucket list.
This is so cool! I loved the fact that you still have your mom's portfolio. That's so special.
Wow! I mean wow!!!!! It's like playland for artists! Woooooow! Something to aim for! And I see your family was very artistic. Thanks for that! Super inspiring!
You are a shining example of what an artist and every artist should be! thanks for letting me into the studio tour
What a work space...and the gallery next door. Before I retired I had a similar set up, but on a smaller scale. Just a pleasure to work in something like that. Makes you excited to go to work. And having the gallery attached makes it so much easier to sell work ( apart from all the interruptions) I paint less these days, in a smaller space. You brought back a lot of memories. I wish I had $10 for every time I cut myself on glass sheets ! Happy days !
Your studio is wonderful; I have a fairly nice one also. What I don’t have is your talent and amazing ability. I think I need to get into something like an old fashioned phone booth and be infused with extra talent! I’m basically a watercolor with colored pencil artist, but I’d give anything to paint as well as you. Best wishes and stay well from Connecticut in the US! Jane 😉
Hello Andrew!
Thank you for inviting us to share your moments of painting and your precious advice and results of your product and technical tests as well as opening up your world of painting in New Zealand, which we visit from time to time as well as Australia or live part of our Family.
Congratulations your professionalism and your immense talent.
See you soon ! Patrick from New Caledonia.
Dear Andrew, this was a wonderful video. I learnt a lot. Two things are my takeaway - 1) keep things organized. and 2) things will automatically be clean. The lighting is also an important aspect. I usually try to do as much as possible before the daylight starts getting mellow (around 3 is in Kolkata, India).
Andrew, thank you SO MUCH for taking the time to show us your spaces and pass along your knowledge. I just moved into my first official studio outside of home and this helped me see how I can improve it!
What a very cool studio. As an amateur watercolor artist and occasional acrylics...I am hoping to learn from your oil tutorials.
What an Exellent organized studio you have now. I have been watching you start from the very beginning of what you wanted to create / have. Now you are a successful artist. if I were still young, I could have learned the creativiy of paintings from you. God bless you Andrew.
wow your studio is really amazing and beautiful.
i really like your studio
i wish i could have one like you.
love it 😀😀😀😀
What a dream studio and gallery space! I love that cleat wall.
So wonderfully generous with your studio space & inventions ... encourages & excites me into moving forward ... thank you Andrew!
You are just excellent . No word can describe your passion for what you do .
MAKE IT TIGHTER... tighten down the bolts a little more on your wall fixture will give a smooth controllable operation of it... more stability with out it slipping out of place. Or also add SPRING LOADED adjusters to the bolts and washers for more control and stability.
Andrew,
Not only is your artwork badass but you've done a killer job putting the videos together too. Thanks for all of it. I'll keep coming back!
Love how you work, what you produce and also your keen mind and teaching ability. Is there a way to talk about how you organize your PAINT.
I just love seeing your awesome studio and shop! Beautiful and organized!
Always a pleasure to listen to your videos. Clear, precise, and fun.
Your gallery and studio are beautiful.
Really enjoyed this video. It must be a dream come true after many years of hard work. It is beautiful and I am so happy for you and I can see you love it. Although this video is awesome I am looking forward to your video for smaller studios for folks like myself. I use half of our guest bedroom for my studio, and although I am quite neat and organized, I am sure you have some great ideas for improvement. Thank you for all that you share. You are an inspiration and after watching your videos, when stuck, I get inspired to try new things and not be afaid.
Andrew, fantastic tour. I have been in advertising and graphic design for 40, years just retired. My new passons, oil painting, model making and large metal sculpture (welding)I have an outside shop for the welding and share an office studio with my wife. At the end your tour you mentioned a video for small space studios (very interested) Also the creativity thoughts at the end.......the way I have always lived my life. I live design and art 24/7.
SIR andrew Im your biggest fan here in Philippines. I always watched your painting sessions. And it teach me a lot for making my own paintings.your such an inspiration to all beginners like me..:)
Thank you Andrew, what an interesting tour of your enviable facility. Well done. I live in a retirement Community and our home space does not allow me the luxury of a 'studio'. Nevertheless, that does not stop me from painting ,a pastime I love . I paint outside on the deck, we do have " to the floor" clear blinds though to lower 'n keep it cool breeze free :) 'n wind up or halfway in warmer days. I am 83 yo and will continue to paint as long as I can see and hold a brush. I thank you for your beautiful art and watching your videos inspires me to keep creating and enjoying my efforts to produce the best results I can . You are a wonderful role model to all aspiring artists, young 'n old. I wish you Health 'n Happiness in your life.
Very informative, especially your wall easel which is easy to adapt to smaller spaces. This goes for some of your other ideas. Not everyone has the space but can make the available space work more effectively. Thanks for a great video as always. Jaci from Durban South Africa.
My parents and I almost Emigrated to New Zealand in 1970s. Wellington. They even had jobs and a house there. They changed their minds at the last moment. I’d have been a different person if it had come about I think. I worked with a lad from Wellington. He’d emigrated to England. He returned to Wellington often to see his parents. Beautiful islands, but I’ve only seen them on TV.
Wow Andrew, what an amazing studio and workshop plus gallery space. Thank you for the tour iof your Wonderful facility its just awesome and goes to show what can be achieved with a highly creative mind. You sir rock, you are an extremely talented guy not only in terms of being an artist ,but also so many other practical ways too, as you have demonstrated in this video. You are a real inspiriation mate which I have told you so many times before. I just love to follow your fantastic tutorials and podcasts as there is so much detailed information on offer. What I really like about you Andrew, is your humility, honesty and positivity in conjunction with your incredible energy that i believe underpins your creativity and style. So cool. Thank you.
Omg i did the same thing when my mom got a new fridge. I salvaged the removable shelves from the fridge and now i have 3 pallets! You are the only other person i have come across that also does that!!
Love your video about the Studio Tour you are so creative you amaze me not only you are a great artist you are so creative I will apply some of your ideas to the studio space I have at home, I enjoy your videos, your paintings I thank you so much for sharing
You have probably received tons of compliments on that awesome studio space of yours, but still once again fantastic studio mate!!! And having watched your older videos I also know that you have worked in a single room home studio too. you mentioned that the only space that mattered was the 2 feet between you and your easel! I mean you are just soo driven man!! Can't wait for that next video about a home studio... that's something that i could really use. Cheers! Never stop making videos!!!
Hi Andrew thanks for your tour of your studio It looked so organised and you have given me a lot of inspiration and ideas as I have a large space with all brick walls. I love your wall easel and your palette mixing area. You are truly an inspiration and I find myself binge watching your videos please let us know as soon as you can ship videos and the Covid lock down has been relaxed. Your videos are so informative and genuine Thanks
You constantly amaze me! You are one hard working man. Thank you for being so generous with your time and talent!
I am following you for a year now, thank you for detailed videos, I am self-taught artist from India your videos are helpful to deal with artistic problems regarding realistic art
Love your studio i wanna move into it..just seeing your work space make me want to be more creative...thank you for sharing
Awesome video! Every time I hear your voice makes me get up and get in front of my easel. Thank you for all your help and inspiration
my oh my ... You are in paradise, your personal paradise!!! wish one day I have a place like yours! stay healthy and full of energy! Cheers