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 ✨
My peony painting course, "Painting Flowers in Acrylic" - Use code KZbin25 to take $25 off! courses.mariannevanderdussen....
Let's connect! 🎨
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Link to my free 36 page Introduction to Acrylic Painting eBook: tinyurl.com/42ye4srx
My website: www.MarianneVanderDussen.com
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FURNITURE SOURCES🪑:
IKEA desk setup: Sandshult brackets, Bergshult shelves, Ekbacken countertop in ash finish, Alex drawer units.
Desk setup inspired by @TiffanyLeighDesign 's condo office: www.tiffanyleighdesign.com/bl...
Dresser: $30 on Facebook Marketplace, painted Advance Black (pearl sheen) by Benjamin Moore
Art Cart: Raskog by IKEA
ART SUPPLIES🎨:
Link to my full Amazon shop for art supplies and materials: www.amazon.ca/shop/artbymaria...
Please note: as an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases
My favourite art supplies and paints:
- Acrylic: Liquitex Professionals heavy body, in Alizarin Crimson, Cadmium Yellow Light, Ultramarine Blue, Burnt Umber, and Titanium White (my standard limited palette): geni.us/QjJX1O (Amazon)
- Oil: Winsor & Newton Artist Grade Paint: geni.us/UWqZAU (Amazon)
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.
- Coloured Pencils: Polychromos by Faber and Castell: geni.us/07HBsA (Amazon)
BOOKS FEATURED📚:
Painting in Acrylics by Lorena Kloosterboer: geni.us/hFdBfDw (Amazon)
The Complete Artist's Way by Julia Cameron: geni.us/R4Ylr (Amazon)
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]

FULL FLOWER PAINTING COURSE NOW AVAILABLE!!! I am so happy to share that my first course, "Painting Flowers in Acrylic," is now available. Use code KZbin25 to take $25 off! The course is available here: courses.mariannevanderdussen.com/offers/sTGLNjHa/checkout Don't forget to use the code, and happy painting!

[@AndyConlin]

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

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I’m so glad you like it!!! Where I fall down is remembering to water them 😬

[@annaruthboyce]

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

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I am so so happy you enjoyed the studio and the video!!! That makes my heart so happy!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@Margaret-1661]

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

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much!!! It’s the dahlia tutorial if you’re interested in giving it a shot yourself!!!

[@ariannegeofroy1860]

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

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

You are so welcome! I love my little room, it really is my cozy spot. I don't even find it that small anymore!

[@LynnK92]

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.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Leelynn, this story is so incredibly powerful and I hope you never give up on your art practice. You are meant to create beautiful things. I am sending you lots of positive thoughts and encouragement as you begin your creative journey!!!

[@ellenm7806]

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!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Yay!!! I’m so happy you liked it and that you found me too!! I’ll definitely do an acrylic mediums video in the future.

[@juliebittinger46]

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!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much for your incredibly kind comment, I’m so happy that you found the simplicity to be rewarding. For what it’s worth, I’m about to do a minor redesign because my shelves are falling out from the wall, so it’s never too late to do another makeover!

[@Brainwave_bops]

I loved you studio and the final thoughts

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much!!!

[@bilalpazarl2007]

Çok tertipli ve zevk sahibisiniz. Bravo.... 👌

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you!

[@hannahquinteroart]

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

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you!! I love it in here, I'd move in if I could!

[@quinetteadaobiartsofanapos9756]

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

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much Quinette!!!

[@artgirl6784]

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.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Good luck with your renovation!!!

[@artgirl6784]

@@MarianneVanderDussen thank you 😊

[@kristinebrousseau8626]

Great organization.looks japandi like 🕉

[@aida087]

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!!❤🤗🙏🏼

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Aida you have absolutely made my day!!! I hope you do start with your acrylic painting and watercolour practice, and getting rid of stuff is authentically the best feeling ever. Thank you for this lovely, lovely comment.

[@anupamahazell3143]

Beautiful video. Thank you. God bless!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much, Anupama!

[@pochetambre5676]

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

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I will happily take that compliment, thank you!!!

[@deborahamy1225]

Hello, I just happened upon your video and would love for you to break down the “retarders, gesso, thinners etc, etc. I don’t understand all the differences and “what is best for what.” Love you talent and thank you for sharing your gift with us!😊

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Absolutely!!! I'm going to add it to my list for 2024 videos. Thank you so much for taking the time to write, I appreciate it immensely!

[@leenomar4367]

thank you for your really helpful and positive video but can you talk about and show us your productivity planner ! what inside and how an we use it usefully 😍🥰

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I would love to talk about that planner!!! I’ll make a KZbin short 🙂 I’ll also do it as a story on my Instagram if you follow me there!

[@tony_sheppard165]

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!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Oh wow thank you so much!!! I’m so happy it was helpful for you, and grateful for the subscribe! I’ll be posting a new video very soon :)

[@gillinacook1477]

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.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

That’s so exciting! Redesigning and repurposing spaces is so much fun, but you’re right, it can get expensive, especially if you have to insulate your garage. I wish I could share photos of what my studio looked like before I redesigned it in 2020…I was using a desk I got for $40 on Kijiji, thrifted shelves, a thrifted lamp, no curtains, and a rickety chair. Maybe I’ll post the photo to my community…

[@Alicia-rd2bj]

I VERY like your vídeo ❤❤❤❤ hello MARIANA MARAVILLOUS YOUR MAKEOVER STUDIO

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much!

[@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.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Hi Jeanett! Thanks for your comment! I’m going to do a separate video on my lighting setup, I have waveform bulbs in my overhead light but also two softboxes with waveform bulbs that I use for filming/working on cloudy days or evenings. They are 95CRI with a temperature of 5000K. I also have additional colour corrected bulbs that I can sub in and out of existing light fixtures so I can choose between cozy 2700K lighting for evening editing work or 5000K for working.

[@roannadavis]

IKEA cart! Genius! I do hand printing e.g. monotype, linocut printing etc. I'm planning to use a Melltorp table from IKEA that I have (those things are indestructible because they have a really strong underframe and a melamine coated top, so even though the table is white it is amazingly wipeable! It's like magic!). I'm going to buy another couple of those and put them next to each other to make one, long sturdy work bench along 2 walls in an L Shape. I'm going to add heavy duty castors with brakes (there are some good ones on Amazon) as this lets me rearrange the space. It also means I have a bigger table if I have guests over for a meal (folding chairs are stored in the utility room). A moveable cart in place of the shelves I was planning is ideal, much cheaper and all visible as you are looking down on it. Brilliant idea! 💡

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I love that idea!!!! Being able to rearrange the space is absolutely fantastic, way to problem solve! I absolutely love ikea pieces that are indestructible, it’s much easier to work in a space that’s not precious. Happy creating and constructing!!!

[@amandac8836]

You have such a good voice for storytelling, I’m sorry if that sounds weird to say! I think it’s your tone and the way it sounds like you’re narrating a movie? Anyway it’s nice. 😊

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Oh my gosh, thank you so much! I’ve actually been getting nudged to give voice overs a shot, so I will be upgrading my audio set up shortly and giving it a whirl! I wanted to improve my audio anyways, as I will be launching a podcast around the same time as my first ever acrylic painting course. Comments like this are so validating! Thank you!

[@pxxrry2__2]

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

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

This comment is the best thing about MY week!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@hoosierhunny5001]

❤❤❤❤

[@lyssavaught4958]

Thank you for sharing your work space with us! It is so lovely ❤ I would love it if in a future video you could explain what different mediums are used for in acrylics. As a self taught artist, this something I've always found quite intimidating!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I’m so happy you enjoyed it, Lyssa! I will absolutely put into my calendar to create a video about mediums!

[@elaineweber2025]

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.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Hi Elaine! I’m so happy you liked it and I will definitely do another video on my workspace and lighting. In terms of the rest of the stuff, I don’t really have anything else! What you see is what I have. The only thing not in my studio is some other canvases that are being stored in my basement. I’m not sure if you’ve heard of the Pareto Principle, but it’s essentially that 20% of your materials yield 80% of your results. Mine is probably more like 10-15% to 90-85%. I could run my entire art practice with probably 8-10 tubes of paint total per medium, and keep everything (brushes included) in a shoe box. Even that huge dahlia painting was created using five small tubes and one tub of acrylic paint…and I still have a bunch left over. A little goes a long way. For me personally, clutter impedes creativity, and adding more would not benefit my art practice. If anything, it may slow me down, because I’d feel guilty for not using something, or have a hard time finding what I actually need, when in reality all I need is in the proverbial shoe box. I barely ever use my coloured pencils or many of the colours in my dresser. I donate unused art supplies to local schools.

[@elaineweber2025]

@@MarianneVanderDussen Thank you Marianne for your quick and detailed reply. I consider myself a mixed media artist and am always collecting things to include in my art. Presently I am collecting rusty items! I find I like a lot of stimulus in things on my shelves and walls trigger my brain. But, currently I am feeling like I have too much around me since my paint space is surrounded by all kinds of stuff that naturally reside in the garage. I also have an area in my graphic design studio home office that I have devoted to collage.

[@sylhayes8152]

And now I’m organised! Hurrah! I collect too many plastic pots and containers...so satisfying to throw them away.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Yay! I love purging!

[@jericoleman2364]

This is why I follow you, thank you

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much for watching!!!

[@Belinderjohanness]

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

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I’m so happy that you enjoyed it!!! Thank you for taking the time to write me a comment!

[@raphaelzrihen9607]

Thanks for all you dome and sharing. very useful tips for all artists in a limited space. Good work.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much!!! I'm happy you enjoyed it and found it useful!!!

[@JudysInkPad]

thank you so much for sharing your space with us. It was really helpful to see how you have organized your room. I could sip a cup of coffee and watch the snowfall from that room forever I think! I'm in Atlanta so we don't see snow often.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Atlanta sounds awfully wonderful right about now! We get a lot of snow up in North Bay. It is beautiful to watch, but I won’t be sad to see it go.

[@jennrowsell7868]

Thank you. Inspirational 🌺

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you Jenn! I'm so happy you enjoyed it!

[@Choedron]

I do not get, why you use turpentine. The fumes are toxic. You can avoid using turpentine, if you use cheap sunflower oil to rinse your brushes. Wipe them with a bit of paper towel and continue painting. Then you can finish by washing them with a brush soap. Afterwards let the paint settle at the bottom of the sunflower oil container. The oil will get almost clean. When used for a fair bit of time, you can let the paint settle and then pour the oil into another container. Then wipe out the settled paint and wash the container. Then you can pour the oil back into the container and use again. When it is getting old, and starts to smell, you can simply pour it down the drain without the paint. Use a small amount of linseed oil as thinner, if you are used to using turpentine for this purpose. Hence no more toxic fumes.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Hi there, so I don't use turpentine. What you may have seen is turpenoid natural, which is odourless, made from citrus essences and other natural sources, and doesn't have the same fumes. This video is also now two years old, and I have since begun using Murphy's Oil Soap to clean my oil brushes, which is an outstanding substitute. But thanks for your recommendations!

[@abigailhumes4608]

Thank you for the tour. Mine is quite different, but some things same. I also am privileged to have a dedicated room in which to create. I so enjoy your videos, your calming voice, and your detailed tutorials. Thank you.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much, Abigail!!!

[@AnnelyKarronArt]

I agree with you, your work space needs to be inspirational and easy to work in. I enjoyed your video!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much, Annely!

[@crisalidathomassie1811]

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.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Ooh yaaayyy!!! Setting up a new space is the best. You’re absolutely right…we usually have all we need, even though buying new materials is always a temptation. Thank you so much for subscribing, I hope you get to spend many happy hours creating in your new studio space!

[@crisalidathomassie1811]

@@MarianneVanderDussen thanks Marianne! I was very inspired by the change you made. It takes time to adjust and get it done but still a joy going through the process. Take care and best wishes.

[@76BedfordStreet]

This is gorgeous. Thank you for taking the time to show your space.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much for your kind words and comment! Receiving feedback like this makes my day 🥰

[@judymotley9319]

Loved this video, your art, and your wonderful organized studio. This is so inspiring and motivational to help me pair down my multi medium paints and supplies. Love the calm atmosphere. Thank you so much.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I'm so glad you enjoyed this, Judy!!! Thank you so much for the lovely comment 🥰

[@Blondk100]

I love your studio in a small space

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you!!!

[@chloechau_aerial]

Your video is amazingly calming and peaceful!! I am preparing for my exam and suddenly found this video, your voices and the background music just soothed my anxiety, the video is also made of high quality and valuable information. Love your channel and hope you could produce more videos :)!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Chloe this is such an amazing comment to read!!! I’m so happy you enjoyed it, and that it helped you as you prepare for your exam. I am hoping to release a new video within the week! If you liked this one, you’ll love the next one, it’s about reconnecting with yourself by heading into nature with a sketchbook 🥰

[@newcreations1929]

This is helpful for me. I have many craft items to organize. Paint brushes, mediums, paints, clays, clay tools, papers. Water color paper, craft paper, pencils, pens, Beads, stamping tools, stencils. Omg yessss! I need this thank you!!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Yay! Have so much fun, Yvonne! Organizing is so satisfying!!!

[@PolynHoare]

Wonderful organized all arts colors and art bushes. Lovely cozy arts studio

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much! It’s definitely my little sanctuary 🖤

[@DreamingCatStudio]

Absolutely perfect! Thank you for the tour!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

You are so welcome!!!

[@user-yj7im5rz3n]

I’m just setting up my home studio!! Thanks for all your helpful tips!!😊

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Yay!!! Have so much fun!!!

[@roxannhanrahan7639]

Very inspirational.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much, Roxann!

[@JRFartstudio]

Really amazing 👏 ❤❤❤❤❤

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thanks a lot! 🥰

[@bel.cascabel]

10:52 OMG YES PLEAAASEEEE!!!! I'm so confused about all those different mediums, it would be really helpful i you could explain it in a video ♥

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

On it!!! Promise 🥰

[@typicalgamergirl]

i love watching these videos, i always forget the people with small spaces have WHOLE BASEMENTS to store all the stuff that doesn't fit, meanwhile i'm over here in my apartment lolol like....ok, maybe it won't work for me but i still love to see it.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I painted out of a small apartment for years and learned to minimize my setup, which I liked 🙂 I used to have my entire practice fit into two shoe boxes plus the canvas I was using on a collapsible travel easel that I’d take down and fold into my closet when I wasn’t using. I actually added a Billy/Oxberg unit to my space recently and it added tons of vertical height space with a nice narrow profile, I really like it! Now I can keep more books in the space.

[@desireeyoung2814]

Such a lovely, serene space you’ve created! ❤️❤️❤️

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much!!!

[@boyandbelugee]

Lovely and cozy Studio!❤

[@fine_artist123]

Now we have to refurnish Artists Place Studios!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Have fun!!!

[@user-zi8qi9ip2g]

Very nice studio setup. Thank you for sharing.😊

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I’m so happy you enjoyed it!

[@AquaBabe101]

This was beautiful and I love how simple you’ve set up your studio. You should consider doing voice-over work, you have a great voice and tone.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Oh my gosh, thank you so much! I’ve actually gotten that comment a few times now, so it’s some thing that I’m going to explore in 2024! Plus I’ll be creating a ton of content for KZbin once I’m finished working on the acrylic painting course that I’m releasing next month 🥰

[@joanBreen]

excellent video

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you Joan!!!

[@letthesunshine8170]

All of your paintings are wonderful ma'am, so inspiring, stay blessed😊❤️

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much!!! That’s so kind 🥰🥰🥰

[@Ace-cv8um]

Thank you! this was a wonderful video! I am struggling with how to organize and make it pretty! but this helped so much!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I am so happy you enjoyed it!!!!

[@jtpaar1732]

Hi Marianne! Very lovely set-up you have there and I appreciate you sharing it with us. I also appreciate the modesty with which you present your studio as I've seen plenty with all the latest gadgets, but little substance in the way of actual art. Your artwork is amazing! Anyway...I'm happy to sub your channel and I know there will be lots to learn from you. As for acrylic mediums, I'd be happy to learn whatever you have to teach in that regard - particularly the glazing medium or any others you may use to make blending acrylic paints a little easier. Thank you for sharing your skills!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I appreciate that you appreciate the simplicity! I’m terrible with gadgetry (I swear it’s going to take me a year to learn how to use my new SLR), but I’ve had my little art cart and palette for nearly six years now and I imagine they’ll be with me until the end. They just work really well! I’ll definitely be doing a video on acrylic mediums and blending.

[@lindabambrough3128]

Hi ..your space is gorgeous! we dont get snow where I live in Australia and that looked awesome ..thank you for the tour.x

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I'm definitely excited for winter to be over soon but I think I'll have to post a few more wintry videos next year, it's been so neat reading comments from around the world from places that don't have snow! I'm so happy you enjoyed the space and thank you for your comment!

[@shalinibisht]

Beautiful setup

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you, Shalini!

[@marie-luiesemorgenstern9556]

Hey Marianne, actually I was just searching for some aesthetic to watch and thought, through being an artist myself, to watch other peoples artspace may be interesting. I thought your video wasn’t just interesting, but very inspiring and touching to me. I have a very small space and want to create a nicely spca on a very small budget in my bedroom. So it’s not so easy to set up everything pretty and nice to me, but I felt very encouraged by your words and your set up. So thanks a lot and I wish you all the best for you further projects and personal goals.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Hi Marie-Luiese, this is honestly such a great comment!!! I’m so happy you found it inspiring and are ready to get creating in your own special setup. I wish you great joy in creating your work 🙂

[@wendytitterton5004]

I wish my studio was as neat and organised as yours, but I have other hobbies as well as painting - making jewellery and bookbinding, so even though I organise equipment, there just isn't sufficient space!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I totally get it!!! Since making this video I’ve added more filmmaking equipment to my setup and I am tripping over wires constantly! So for what it’s worth, my space probably looks an awful lot like yours now 🙌

[@leslindelgado6124]

Wow. That’s a sanctuary. 🪴💕 Thanks for the inspiration.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I'm so happy you enjoyed the video and that it inspired you!!!

[@BayWeli]

Beautiful art and beautiful studio. Thank you for sharing your story 😍💞💞💞

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much, Bay!!!!

[@sorayablanco]

Thx and congrats for that lovely studio space!!!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much, Soraya! I appreciate you leaving a comment 🥰

[@lynnetteyoung6007]

This is just what I needed to inspire me. THANK YOU.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Oh I’m so glad!!! You’re welcome!!!

[@rfk1498]

Would very much like to see how you use Gesso and what product you use at the end of the painting and how you use it.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Hi Kris! If you watch my Foggy Fence tutorial at 0:45 I go over gesso and at 17:52 I go over varnish. I hope this helps! kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYOweolvoZKjntE

[@sylhayes8152]

This is lovely and very organised. I’m inspired.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I’m so glad you liked it!!!

[@juliebittinger46]

I'm so glad I discovered you!!! I noticed you also mentioned a mentor! Has me thinking...

[@stephanielathif3023]

Very realistic art studio tour ❤️❤️❤️loved it

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I’m so happy you liked it, Stephanie! I also appreciate your use of the word realistic…that was my hope!

[@chillwithmolly4761]

Bonjourn... Very nyc video Di. you maintain each and everything very properly Yup always keep it up Di. Lovely one.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I’m so happy you enjoyed it!

[@tslilbearshoppe9870]

It's lovely!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much!!!

[@katig.4094]

Beautiful studio! Your art looks beautiful, this is the first time I watched one of your videos. I dream one day to be able to paint water colour or any media

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much, Kati! I hope you take the leap and start your watercolour journey!

[@maggie2244]

This was super helpful, thank you!!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I'm so glad! Thank you for commenting!!!

[@Victoria_Novak]

Thank you for sharing! Amazing studio!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I’m so happy you enjoyed the tour!!! 🥰🥰🥰

[@elise030996]

Really love yr studio it is so beautiful…thanks for sharing ❤️❤️

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much, Elise!!

[@bassieleb3103]

I'm New and love it here, subscribed. .. Your work is amaxing and talking about this video, your space is lovely, you organising so beautiful. Makes me want to keep pausing and checking my bedroom because I store my art supplies and frequently I am adoring as I pause...

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Yay I'm so happy you found me! I'm grateful that you found it so enjoyable and can't wait to make more videos like this!

[@orion_v4726]

Love love love your art studio! Your setup is very inspiring and I just love how the look and atmosphere your art studio gives! May I ask where you get your desk lamp?

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Wayfair! It’s called the Alena 22” desk lamp!

[@nnilarts]

This video was so relaxing to watch. I have no space in my room for a desk, but i will ask my mom if i can have a small studio in the living room or outside in our balcony. I hope it's okay that i take inspiration from this. As there's 2 hours left of 2022 here in Denmark, may you have a blessed 2023. You've gained a subscriber. I loved this video. Happy new year Marianne 💐

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Nila I loved this comment so much!!! I am so excited that you’re going to use this to create your own creative space. I hope you have a wonderful 2023!!! Thank you so much for subscribing!!!

[@francineh.7825]

Beautiful space!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much, Francine!

[@belindahugheslifestyle]

What a lovely home studio! My favorite features are the reclaimed dresser and wood for taboret, and candles and plants. Well done, Marianne!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thanks so much Belinda! 😊 I recently added a betta fish named Picasso to the mix, I wish I'd done it before the video, he's quite the handsome boy.

[@belindahugheslifestyle]

@@MarianneVanderDussen Excellent choice! I look forward to seeing him in your videos.

[@artbyjeanxxi]

I love how relaxing your video is! I wish i had a studio like yours.. I'm the one who paints in the kitchen an in the corner of my garage. 😅

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I feel you…I was on the floor for years!!!

[@rosered3919]

Have I seen your paintings about 15 or 20 years ago in a Kennilworth gallery in Australia ? If so, I never forgot the beautiful flower paintings I saw in person xox

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Unfortunately not me! I’ve only been painting the past 8 years and exclusively in Canada.

[@creativeshagunart5315]

Wowwwwwww this is a bliss Love it Your studio

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much!!! I have tinkered with the layout a LOT over the years but I'm very happy with its current setup!

[@Sketchartbymarc1]

Very interesting approach and aesthetic. Thx for sharing!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thanks so much for your comment and for coming by!

[@chloechau_aerial]

It is also so inspiring and encourages us to pursue the simple happiness in our life ^^

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I love simplicity 🥰🥰🥰

[@mirelaz]

Wonderful!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much!!!!

[@2006bgorgeous]

Thank you for your clear tour

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

You’re so welcome, Carolina!

[@vickiaranas8060]

Thanks for sharing...very inspiring🥰

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

You are so welcome, Vicki! Thank you for commenting!

[@astridtermaat3854]

What a beautiful studio! Thanks for sharing. BTW you have a very Dutch name ☺️

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

I'm third generation! My grandfather emigrated from the Netherlands to Canada following WWII. Unfortunately I don't speak it, but I absolutely loved visiting!

[@astridtermaat3854]

@@MarianneVanderDussen that explains it, yes after WWII almost 3 million Dutch people emigrated.. most of them to Canada and Australia

[@elizabethabaya4435]

Gorgeous art studio!

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much Elizabeth!!!

[@HANAAEWAS2023]

🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰I like this work looks wonderful space ❤

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much!!!

[@tattoorobertjackson]

Beautiful video. 🌹

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much!!!

[@tattoorobertjackson]

Your welcome. Keep up the gr8 work!

[@rachelthomas7001]

CRAWLSPACE!!!! I have TWO LARGE crawlspaces!!! Of COURSE!!! THANK YOU!!!!

[@franswey2]

You may want to look up this old dresser. I found it priced at $2,100.

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Oh, well whoever has it now is super lucky then! I traded it out for an IKEA cabinet that is so much more functional, I absolutely love it.

[@silviameneses11]

I Love this. Congratulations ❤️

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much, Silvia!

[@srgentle]

beautiful

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you!!!

[@user-wi3ng1kq2z]

Thank You so much for such a very helpful inspiring video. I am a new subscriber to your channel. Sincerely Kassandra Powers

[@MarianneVanderDussen]

Thank you so much for subscribing, Kassandra!