Art Studio Tour 🎨 How I Set Up and Organized my Small, Cozy, Minimalist Home Studio on a Budget

I am so excited to welcome you into my home and show you how I set up my full acrylic and oil painting art practice in less than 100 square feet! In this cozy, minimalist, boho space, I'm able to paint, draw, film, teach, and run my business. I absolutely LOVE working in this little room that takes its cues from both Scandinavian hygge and IKEA's clean lines, and I'm so excited to begin filming at home once again. This video will also show you that you don't need a huge budget to get set up at home...with a little creativity and resourcefulness, you'll find everything you need secondhand, or even from discard bins at Home Depot. The most important thing is to just feel good in your space, and remember; when in doubt, insert a plant! 🌱

I hope this video inspires you to keep making your life beautiful ✨

Let's connect! 🎨

FURNITURE SOURCES🪑:

IKEA desk setup: Sandshult brackets, Bergshult shelves, Ekbacken countertop in ash finish, Alex drawer units.
Dresser: $30 on Facebook Marketplace, painted Advance Black (pearl sheen) by Benjamin Moore
Art Cart: Raskog by IKEA

ART SUPPLIES🎨:

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My favourite art supplies and paints:
I started with this kit when I was first starting with oils, and while I do prefer the smaller limited palette with the same colours as my acrylics (with quinacridone red instead of alizarine crimson), this is a great kit that offers you the opportunity to test out some oil colours. If you do decide to continue with your oil practice, consider stocking up on larger sizes of better quality of core colours.

BOOKS FEATURED📚:

This tutorial was filmed on my iPhone XR using the Filmic Pro app, and the voiceover was provided using a Blue Snowball microphone and Logic Pro. Editing completed using Final Cut Pro.

[MarianneVanderDussen]

Don't forget to use the code, and happy painting!

[AndyConlin]

"When in doubt, insert a plant." I like that approach!

[annaruthboyce]

Thank you for taking the time to show us your art studio! It is inspiring, and your videos are beautifully filmed.

[ariannegeofroy]

Thank you so much. This is perfect and exactly the inspiration I needed to transform my small studio too.

[LynnK]

Thank you very much for this video. Your scenery looking outbof your window, is breathtaking. I am a self taught artist. Still in the beginning stages. Been at it, and going strong for three years now. I'm homebound, and wheelchair bound. Because I have to have assistance when I go somewhere. Long story. But I have been dreaming of my art space. I have a three tear tray like yours. I keep my drawing supplies in. It is absolutely perfect. I love that it is on wheels, just like me lol! I am trying to make my space more grounded, it is hard, I also have my young grandchildren here, so I can't freely leave out my supplies. I found your space and I love it. The most inspiring part, was at the end, when you said, even in your bed, you can create beautiful things. That is what I need to hear. Because that is where I am daily. Thank you so much. I teared up.

[ellenm]

What a beautiful, relaxing & helpful studio tour! I'm so glad to find you &would love to see how you utilize the acrylic painting mediums☺ thank you!

[Margaret-]

What a beautiful space! I couldn’t keep my eyes off of that incredible pink floral painting. My goodness, it is stunning!

[juliebittinger]

Thank you!!! This is THE BEST studio video I've seen. I wish I'd seen it before I started working on mine! My biggest problem is that this same size room is also where my bedroom, TV and computer are! But I love your simplicity -- and I think we're re of same personality - in that I'd be better with the extra supplies hidden.
I've purchased way too much paint!

[elaineweber]

Beautiful and thoughtful, and your voice is so calming. Please show us your easel setup in the space and the lighting for the easel. Lighting is quite challenging. What did you do with all the rest of your stuff? I have at least 5x the quantity of supplies collected over time.

[quinetteadaobiartsofanapos]

I love the way you layered everything out . Thank you for explaining your journey from owning a studio outside to working at your home studio. I am considering a home studio too might be a small work space but I am sure It Will serve for the moment . Thank you for this awesome share . God bless you richly Amen

[hannahquinteroart]

I love the way you have everything organized plus your studio looks so cozy!

[artgirl]

I live in a tiny home and we are converting our walk-in closet to a 10 x 12 art studio for me. I got some good ideas from your video thanks for sharing.

[tony_sheppard]

woah! I was looking for ideas for organizing my art supplies while organizing my room, and came across this video! not only was it really helpful/inspiring, but I couldnt help but be in awe of your artwork! their amazing! what a cozy set up! definitely subscribing!

[gillinacook]

Thank you for showing your lovely art space. 😀 I can’t wait for mine. I’m going to have my garage converted into my art studio. It’s looks into my back garden. But I’m still saving the money for it. I think this whole year of more saving is needed.

[JeanettsFarm]

I might suggest additional floor or clamp on lamps with color corrected bulbs in them. It will give you additional lighting for when it is cloudy or evening.

[aida]

Hello Marianne and thank you for sharing!! I absolutely LOVE videos like this, the aesthetics, the music, the sereneness, the calmness!! And I've SO been wanting to start practicing acrylic and also, watercolor painting and this is perfect!! And your voice is so calming, thank you Marianne and I SO agree, I love minimalism!! My Hubby and I hope to do this one day!!❤🤗🙏🏼

[pochetambre]

Oh its so organize! A pleasure to watch, just like you, you look like sleepy beauty, same grace!

[pxxrry__]

The best thing of the week is discovering your channel❤️❤️

[Belinderjohanness]

My love for arts and studio space 🥺💯thank for taking tour time and for status beautiful space with us🧡💯beautiful presentation ❤

[crisalidathomassie]

Wow! Absolutely awesome video! Thanks so much for the tour and the guide to minimize your materials. This video has filled me with such great ideas and full of inspiration. I congratulate you and I wish you the best in your career. Your studio has turned out your private place where you can unfold wonders. It is gorgeous! I’m in the process of remodeling my basement and have space to paint. For now I’m using a bedroom and I have set up a small area to paint. Over the years I have bought plenty material. No need to buy more. Cheers! You are a wonderful artist. Blessings, take care and be safe. New subscriber. Greetings from Champaign, Illinois.