Thursday, September 18, 2014

Inside Dyche Designs Studio: Studio Blog Hop

Many of you are used to seeing my artwork in its finished form but today I wanted to share a peek into what goes on behind the scenes.

 
I'm pretty heavy handed with the brushes and tools I use to create my art and I love to get messy . . .
 
 
You know I'm all about the texture so here's a glimpse at what's on my table right now.
 

Work in progress . . . . .


My office table . . . . .


Storage and mailing supplies . . . . .

 
I love to have artwork up on the walls in my studio..  A few pieces are my own . . . . .
 
 
. . . . . but a lot of it is work by other artists whose work I love and admire and objects I've found myself drawn to.
 
  

I hope you've enjoyed your visit.  Won't you join me in stopping by Seth Apter's blog The Altered Page where you can explore the unedited version of many other artists studios.
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49 comments:

  1. UnknownSeptember 18, 2014 at 9:30 AM

    goodness, your cat looks just like my Maggie except yours is thinner. Love your studio!

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    1. Kathryn DycheSeptember 18, 2014 at 10:14 AM

      Had to laugh at the cat reference, he's got quite the pouch on him. Thanks for the studio love.

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  2. Annie CoeSeptember 18, 2014 at 9:49 AM

    What a wonderful studio you have! xoxo

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  3. brudbergSeptember 18, 2014 at 12:27 PM

    Great insight into your studio.. and how great to have a cat there :-) Hope there's no problem with fur in the paint

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    1. Kathryn DycheSeptember 18, 2014 at 1:55 PM

      Bjorn, we have two cats and two dogs. Sometimes the dogs will visit and lay under the tables but for the most part they get bored and take themselves off. One of our cats likes to curl up in a chair and the other (as you can see) prefers the window seat. the window seat is his spot so no fur in the paint. :) Thankfully he's happy to hang out there while I paint so no fur problems. :)

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  4. Jo MurraySeptember 18, 2014 at 3:13 PM

    That's (almost) neat. I'm loving the stuff on your walls....yummo.

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  5. CERULEANSeptember 18, 2014 at 4:14 PM

    That's really a wonderful overview. Love the close-ups of your textures

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  6. LeslieSeptember 18, 2014 at 5:16 PM

    What a beautiful space! I love your work and all those yummy pieces on your walls! Love the color of the walls too.

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  7. GailSeptember 18, 2014 at 7:52 PM

    What a beautiful creative place to visit and to work in. I need to find that Energy Medicine Kit.

    Your works are stunning.

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  8. Lisa AhnSeptember 18, 2014 at 9:00 PM

    I love this peak into your studio! Fabulous. :)

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    1. Kathryn DycheSeptember 19, 2014 at 7:49 AM

      Thanks Lisa . . . this blog hop was a reminder that its not all about the finished product but the journey that gets you there.

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  9. Dog-MaSeptember 18, 2014 at 9:08 PM

    Great studio and I love your work. I am a texture person too. Thank you for sharing!

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  10. FelicitySeptember 18, 2014 at 10:58 PM

    what a gorgeous space!! And how lovely to find your work :)
    Thanks for commenting on my blog!

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  11. cHim-printsSeptember 18, 2014 at 11:08 PM

    You left a comment for me, but apparently my fingertips are chubby. Sigh. I hit delete instead of publish. Thanks for stopping by. I loved the look into your space! You are so beautifully messy!!

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  12. Bleubeard and ElizabethSeptember 18, 2014 at 11:37 PM

    First, I want to say how incredibly gifted you are. I love your work, in all its stages. I can tell you are a real artist, because you are able to work on more than one project at a time. I saw a few of the same art books that I have, too. And touring your studio was like visiting an art museum. I'm super impressed and can tell you are quite well organized.

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    1. Kathryn DycheSeptember 19, 2014 at 7:46 AM

      What a lovely comment, thank you. My space is usually a lot messier but I recently finished a number of items and had a clear up before starting again. :)

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  13. Tracey FKSeptember 19, 2014 at 12:32 AM

    what a wonderful tour of an inspiring work space... your work is really lovely as well... love that i have found your blog through the blog hop

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  14. Robyn Hood BlackSeptember 19, 2014 at 10:27 AM

    Really breathtaking - your work and your studio! Loved the glimpses of Vitamin Water and the kitty - two influences which fuel my own creative work all the time. ;0) Your photographs are exquisite. So glad to have discovered your blog through this project!

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    1. Kathryn DycheSeptember 19, 2014 at 8:18 PM

      Thank you . . . I've been trying to ease off the soda :) Our furry friends are great to have around. Thanks for the visit.

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  15. AnonymousSeptember 19, 2014 at 11:53 AM

    Wow, fabulous work and a most lovely studio. Cute dogs too. xox

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    1. Kathryn DycheSeptember 19, 2014 at 8:16 PM

      Thank you, got to love our furry friends although the dogs tend to get bored in there and only occasionally hang out by sleeping under the tables.

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  16. bgottsabSeptember 19, 2014 at 11:58 AM

    There is something so personal and moving about seeing the space in which an artist creates. Love the textures of your new pieces - I really like the abstract natures of these backgrounds - very, very appealing. Thank you for sharing.

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    1. Kathryn DycheSeptember 19, 2014 at 8:15 PM

      Thanks Brenda, I really appreciate it. It's usually even more chaotic than this but I recently finished a number of pieces and had a tidy up before initiating a new mess.

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  17. humbirdSeptember 19, 2014 at 12:17 PM

    I love it! Thank you for inviting to take a pick in your studio... Love your books - all tools you need: energy, creativity,success, and cat guarding the peace in there...Nice :)xx

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  18. Maude LynnSeptember 19, 2014 at 12:53 PM

    What a beautiful space!

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  19. RayleeSeptember 20, 2014 at 1:09 AM

    very impressed! great photos, love the colour & the texture, & the animals.

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    1. Kathryn DycheSeptember 20, 2014 at 10:46 AM

      Thanks, art, texture and animals . . . life doesn't get much better than that.

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  20. KamanaSeptember 20, 2014 at 2:40 AM

    can i feel a little (okay, maybe a lot) envious? i have always wanted a space like that. one day, when i have time to actually do things like that, i guess.... thank you for this peek into your life and your creativity

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    1. Kathryn DycheSeptember 20, 2014 at 10:46 AM

      I feel so lucky that I was able to use one of our bedrooms as my studio. It's also nice to be able to shut a door on it too. :)

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  21. GalleryJuanaSeptember 20, 2014 at 1:16 PM

    What fun to have a walk-around in your studio! All those splendid wips, supplies and hanging art are inspiring. Love your cats and dogs too:)

    Something I feel is missing in mine is one more shelving unit. I like how you have a low one with pull-out boxes.

    Those journal covers are amazing!

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    1. Kathryn DycheSeptember 22, 2014 at 9:42 AM

      Thanks, that shelving unit is from Ikea and has been great for storage. I've had it both horizontal and vertical in different spaces so it's pretty versatile. :)

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  22. Sharmon DavidsonSeptember 20, 2014 at 1:23 PM

    Really nice studio space you have there! I love seeing the work in progress, as well as your books and sleeping kitty...

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  23. Marjie KemperSeptember 20, 2014 at 4:58 PM

    A gorgeous space and beautiful work... glad to find you through Seth's links.

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    1. Kathryn DycheSeptember 22, 2014 at 9:40 AM

      I've been loving the blog hop and discover amazing work.

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  24. UnknownSeptember 21, 2014 at 12:28 AM

    I am in awe of your work so amazing xx

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  25. LaneySeptember 21, 2014 at 7:54 AM

    Thanks for sharing your space. Very interesting art work and I love seeing your furry friends, too!

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  26. ScarletSeptember 21, 2014 at 11:12 AM

    I am envious of your space, crafts and creativity ~ Thanks for letting us peek into your studio ~

    And your header is stunning ~

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    1. Kathryn DycheSeptember 22, 2014 at 9:37 AM

      Thank you, I do feel extremely lucky to have a room all to myself. :)

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  27. GretzSeptember 22, 2014 at 4:26 PM

    WOW amazing! Thanks for visiting :-)

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  28. ShellsSeptember 23, 2014 at 4:25 AM

    Great space and awesome artwork!

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  29. kate blueSeptember 23, 2014 at 12:34 PM

    Awesome x 1000

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  30. Ann IsikSeptember 24, 2014 at 5:43 PM

    A somewhat surreal studio space! Love your cat, monkey, disembodied hands. :)

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  31. AnonymousSeptember 25, 2014 at 7:57 AM

    Your work is so RICH.. in texture, color and substance! Loved taking a look around! Have a creative week! :)

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