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I was recently asked to share my process when creating an oil painting with Southwest Art Magazine. The article is My Process/My Portfolio. Several images were submitted for review ~ paints, brushes, studio set up, and the progression of a painting.

The Lensbaby Fisheye Lens makes the studio seem much larger that it really is. I could spend all day in here and quite often I do. A huge bonus is the fireplace, which is so wonderful on chilly mornings. And, yes, I did tidy up the space for this shoot. The numbers correspond below:

1. The Easel ~ a pretty floor mat to catch drips and a comfy mat to stand on.

2. Wall Shelf ~ to store extra frames.

3. Still Life Set-up Area ~ with the BEST light I could find. A "direct plus" bulb from Method Light.

4. Glass Palette ~ made from an old tempered glass shelf and spray painted neutral gray on the underside.

5. Cabinet of Props ~ pottery, copper, porcelain, bottles, and more.

6. Framed Works ~ a few of my favorites,  with some props on the mantle.

7. Shelves ~ for drying/curing paintings. They are tucked into plate racks. A bit of prop "overflow" on the bottom shelf.

8. Work Station ~ for all those things that do not require a paintbrush in hand.

9. My Shadow ~ from the wonderful large window behind me.

10. Hubby's Corner ~ we share the "office" space but he only gets this one little corner.

This is the painting created for the article. You can see it in all of the stages here: Southwest Art Magazine Karen Burns

Thanks for stopping by. All the best of the season to you and yours.

~K