Building The Perfect Art Studio And How Much I Paid For It

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Published 2023-04-09
Rebuilding my art studio from start to finish, how I did it, and how much it costed me.
Here is the list of what I bought for the renovation (affiliate links):
Paint was Behr (black bamboo)
Track for lighting: amzn.to/3KKUrDd
Track lights: amzn.to/40V5M9x
Power supply for lights: amzn.to/414J5zk
Corner shelves: amzn.to/3o2A77h
Podium: amzn.to/3ZUw1LN
Glass palettes: shrsl.com/40llx
Paint & brush organizer: amzn.to/3mlXTea
Sound panels: amzn.to/43jKOm3
Diffuser fabric: amzn.to/3Uuej0D
Tape used to mount them: amzn.to/3MM9Wwj
Table: amzn.to/3GudoHS
Storage cart: amzn.to/3MCd5yi
Air purifier: amzn.to/43ujeTo
Wall mounted easel:    • DIY Artist Easel Vertical Wall Mounte...  

Full tutorials and my reference photos: www.patreon.com/chuckblackart
(or my YouTube memberships)
My website: www.wildlifeandart.com/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/wildlifeandart
Instagram: www.instagram.com/chuckblackart/
tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@chuckblackart

Timestamps:
0:00 Gutting out my current studio
01:44 Paint color for walls
02:42 Color for the trim & why
03:00 Installing the new lighting
03:31 Building the desk
04:20 Installing the shelves
05:01 Building the new easel
05:54 Adding sound panels
06:11 My new palette
06:51 Curtains
07:09 Installing the easel
07:45 Paint & brush organizer
08:19 New rug
08:47 Diffuser fabric for lights
10:07 Painting rack
10:26 New table & workspace
11:11 Cart for supplies
11:20 Trying out the new studio
12:11 Total cost of renovation

All Comments (21)
  • Loved how it all turned out! Congratulations on your studio, it’s every artist’s dream 🙌🏼
  • I needed to soundproof my massage therapy studio so I contacted a company in Erie, PA to purchase their wall foam. But the sales person gave me a money saving tip that I've used for 20 years. He said to look at the opening around your door when it's closed; if you see light, then sound can come in also. Place weatherstripping and a door sweep and you're good to go. Really deadens the sound.
  • GLENN IN LOUISIANA, AGAIN CHUCK: I literally cried when I saw this wonderful video of you long deserved studio. Weird seeing you rip out the things i watched you install over the years. From day one, you have been my teacher. I went from learning what a Princeton Dagger could do, to how to use Golden Open, to painting complex landscapes, all with two teachers: My mom when I was a kid, and you since I was 65. I’m 77 now, my last painting sold for 3K. I don’t make that regularly but it happened. I love painting and acrylics is what I staid with due to air quality in my stuffy studio. You have motivated me to renovate but I have to go slow, getting old. IT IS TRUE THAT YOU ALONE MOVED ME FROM AN INVALID UNABLE TO DO MUCH INTO A FULL FUNCTIONING PAINTER. I will have a website in this year and will show you. I praise you for such dedicated work, such craftsmanship and skill in building. I love the easel, the palette desk, and the long table. I see you working solitarily as always, my monk friend, my mentor, my friend, if I may call you a friend! God bless you! I have much more to say but enough for now. YOU ARE THE BEST ARTIST ON THE INTERNET IN TERMS OF MORALE AND MORAL INTEGRITY, INDEPENDENCE, AND BEING TRUE TO YOURSELF. For music, try this great self-styled entrepreneur in Europe, Reinhardt Buhr. Put some of his YouTUBE MUISC ON AND FLOAT AS YOU WORK. MAN O MAN AM I PROUD OF YOU!!!!! YOU PRINTS HAND ON MY WALLS. - GLENN 0:01
  • Yes, today everything is in its right place...... We'll see in the future...
    That's how I started, today I don't know where the door to exit is...
    Good luck
  • @beachlife2968
    I know when i make positive changes to my room it makes me feel better and inspires me to be in there more.
  • @pativy641
    I love your new studio. Everything has its perfect place. I can only imagine all the beautiful masterpieces the world can enjoy that will come out of your new studio. Thank you for sharing with us.
  • I’m loving how everything is coming together and how you’re able to work on many things at a time!!!
  • @daltonidaho
    What a fantastic setting to spend time in! The paint colour, wood accents, and lighting all look so good together. Enjoy!
  • @jose.x
    Congratulations on your new studio !!! Thank you Chuck for showing us your work, take care and have a great day
  • @NikkiA.Art.
    Hello Chuck. You went to great lengths to make your room cater to your needs and you did an amazing job. Clean, tidy, and structured. I hope it helps you to enjoy it more. I transformed my 2nd bedroom into a bedroom/study. I still have some shelving to put on the walls. So I know how important it is to feel content and inspired. It's amazing how changing your environment changes you. Great job. ❤
  • @decaturdon
    Fantastic job on the remodel! Congrats on the new workspace. Hope it serves you well for years to come.
  • @ntoko234
    I wish my studio was a nice.
    I'll definitely borrow some design elements 😅
  • Much better. Looks calming as well. the colours, light and layout.
  • @mikes01girl
    Chuck, I love what you did with your room. I’ve been thinking about redoing my art space and you’ve given me a lot of really great ideas. I especially liked your fix for the glare on your paintings from the lighting. I also really liked how you made yourself your own box for your paintings to dry. I have a hard time with that. Thank you for all the great ideas and showing me that it’s actually financially feasible for me to be able to do that.❤
  • FANTASTIC! As a fellow painter, I know how you feel. This was a very meaningful move. All the best!
  • @badrdesign1
    This is one of the best art studios I've seen, thank you for sharing the process with us ❤
  • @dezs-diary
    The podium as a palette is genius! Portable & adjustable, plus there’s room to store brushes and paint. Definitely going on my art wishlist. Thanks for sharing!
  • @KayInMaine
    Wow! What a transformation! Good job, Chuck, and well-deserved.
  • @lilydawson6343
    You have very beautifully transformed the space,it really reflects you. Space like this make you never leave it or you never know when time flies ,it really makes your thoughts and imagination come to life on the canvas .I really enjoyed watching this video .❤❤