evicted from my art studio

[@thelightswitchflickers3161]

So sorry to hear this buddy 😔 but everything happens for a reason and bigger and better things are ahead for you I'm sure mate 😊

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Thank you - that's very encouraging to hear. Thanks for being in my corner!

[@paulapost8004]

I am hoping the universe brings you a large and window-filled studio! Also one with a great place to make tea.

[@BenmoTheArtist]

the tea making facilities will be a top criteria Paula!

[@irenedavo3768]

Saw you on Holly the Cafe Boat

[@joekirkpatrick2833]

I wish you well Benmo, I hope your next studio has lots of windows and great lighting for you my friend. God bless.

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Windows!!! Now we're talking!

[@FrL659]

I am so sorry . I hope what is coming ahead won’t impact your health. I suffer from chronic fatigue too. Hoping the best for you.

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Thanks so much for your thoughtful message. Yes, I've begun quietly packing up a bit every day so I'm not rushing when the end of the month comes. Hope you're doing well.

[@anitajones7804]

This is such a blow for you and the other little businesses. Even though it's a hovel not a garret (de rigueur for a starving artist),it's still a valuable appreciated space.i hope you find something soon. Don't get too despondent, keep well, good luck in your search.

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Hi Anita, thanks so much for your message. Yes, I'm optimistic that this might be a blessing in disguise. Also, I wanted to note that this is my 20th video and I think you've commented on nearly every one so far - thank you so much for watching and your input. I really look forward to seeing your take! Have a lovely bank holiday, Benmo

[@COSMICAMISSION]

Same thing just happened to me. Looking for new studio space now around Manchester. Is a little sad but much like yourself feel very grateful for 3 peaceful and productive years in this space. Hope we can both find somewhere new to continue creating!

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Me too. It's a home from home isn't it!

[@bonisbitsandbobs9075]

You come across as a really nice genuine person. Try to keep doing what you love. I pray you will find something soon.

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Thank you so much! Yes, I've had some really good conversations since last week so should have some good news soon!

[@noiJadisCailleach]

I wish all the best on finding a new and better place! All part of the roller coaster ride!!

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Life's rich tapestry!

[@cherilynne1946]

I’m so sorry you’re experiencing such a challenging, disappointing time. How I wish there were grants available for artists in your area who need a hand.

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Me too!!!

[@booousername]

Best of luck man! I hope it all goes well and you manage to find a good new place!

[@BenmoTheArtist]

I appreciate it!

[@elisabethseeger5837]

O Gosh! Im so sorry that happened to you!!! I lost mine last year and am painting outside or on my dining room table for now- i hope you find a great new space

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Thanks Elisabeth. Yes, it does pose an interesting question about whether a studio is a necessity or a luxury. You too :)

[@mary1494]

I'm sorry for your present loss. You have created an audience and have become known.. you are a kind person.. I believe, this will turn into a blessing for you.. my thoughts and prayers are with you. 🙏🤗

[@FloatingOurBoat]

Sorry to hear this mate. Hopefully something better will spring from this.

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Thanks so much.

[@VisionsofChina]

Sorry to hear that - positive vibes from China - I enjoy your videos and told my sister in the UK about them as she has just picked up oils. (I use acrylics). Hope you find somewhere soon - I use our backroom out of necessity.

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Lovely to get your vibes from China! I have never painted in acrylics - another adventure awaits!

[@nicholewade8233]

Wow! Life is just full of (unwanted) surprises! :( I hope things work out going forward. Maybe its a push for something new and better.

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Yes, that's my hope too. Sometimes good things can come disguised as bad things!

[@nicholewade8233]

@@BenmoTheArtist I fully agree!!!! I've learned that is just the best way to look at hard things. I can't wait to see what happens! Take care while packing and moving everything. That is no small task.

[@rustart]

Really sorry to hear this. Your overall assessment of what its given you and what may follow seem healthy. Sending you good wishes and looking fwd to what comes next. No matter what, your the time in this place helped make you what you are now, and a new place may really lay the groundwork for the next phase of art/life.

[@bookscorpion]

I'm sorry you have to go through this! I hope an affordable new space comes along for you quickly. It may be an idea to reach out to local media, this is a loss of a community space that will affect many people, and perhaps an offer or some other form of help could come out of it. Keeping my fingers crossed for you, Benmo!

[@redwing3969]

Oh! sorry to hear you've lost this space 😒. Hope you find a new studio/workshop soon... possibly an even better one🤗💜💫

[@BenmoTheArtist]

I hope so too! Thank you :)

[@JJsketchbook]

My dad was an artist specializing in graphic design back in the pre digital analogue days when everything was made on large boards and graphic sheet film. He built up a collective of artists and my earliest memories (70s) are of helping him to move ‘office! Which he did multiple times. We lived in central London where he stayed in premises until the increasing rates forced him out. I remember him working in a basement which constantly flooded, an attic space only accessible by a steep curved staircase, a top floor with round windows overlooking Paddington Train station, a condemned room in Bedford Square, a space split across 3 floors with a tiny room on each, and he eventually said ‘fuck if’ and bought a large space in Kentish Town on the top floor of a building with no lift and windows that wouldnt open, and a high crime rate, all he could afford. He and his team were constantly relocating whilst trying to manage jobs that he’d secured but it taught me that (1) its who you know not what you know (6 degrees of separation and all that), (2) resourcefulness brings challenges but massive rewards (3) anything’s possible to a willing heart. Looking back I realise he moved 6 times in 10 years. Despite your physical challenges You sound incredibly inventive, resourceful and clear thinking. This may sound niave but is land expensive where you live? long term could you build your own studio?

[@JJsketchbook]

Also, you could apply to The Arts Council for ‘open funds’.

[@pbdelmoral]

Good luck! I wish you the best!

[@belatedjuvenilia5573]

Very sorry to hear this, Benmo. Best of luck for resolving this soon. As crass as this might seem, would you consider enable the tipping function youtube seems to offer on this video to collect at least some funds to cover the move? Maybe that is not available from the UK.

[@BenmoTheArtist]

I don't think that's crass at all - in fact, it's nice to hear it -I feel quite awkward about all that stuff. I have made a patreon recently, but it feels a bit uncomfortable plugging it! Have a lovely weekend

[@StefanMarjoram]

Really sorry to hear this. well done for managing to be so positive about it. Really hoping something good turns up.

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Thanks Stefan. Have a lovely weekend.

[@drawingmomentum]

Wishing u all the best new adventures in a big clean dry space with windows!

[@BenmoTheArtist]

thank you so much - that would be nice :)

[@triggerfish999]

Oh…gawd. Bummer. Hope you can find somewhere else…

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Thanks Triggerfish

[@dollimelaine]

I see this was posted 5 months ago. I am also an artist with fatigue syndrome of some sort.... tricky.... but truly the mold in the studio is the last thing you should have been around.... now I will look to see where you are now! all the best*

Hope you find a new space, best of luck!

[@BenmoTheArtist]

thank you!

[@JimReid-cb8lx]

A temporary setback and a story for the future. Pity, it was a damn good place and setup so well. Probably a 12 month project now to concentrate on. Your own plot with your own studio is the way to avoid this happening again. You're young and got lots to look forward to. Plan for the future as best you can and always remain positive. 👍

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Thanks Jim

[@pauljakeman]

Sorry that’s happened man, that really is a scummy move by the owner to do that. I hope things work out better for you

[@mesasavage]

Get em out by friday! You don't get paid till the last ones well on his way. Get em out by friday! Its important that we keep to schedule, there must be no delay.

[@KateAshworth]

I saw you on one of vic's videos (Holly the cafe boat) and seeing as they're looking for somewhere to live and possibly buy, you could put your money together and buy something rural, to live on and have a studio 🤗

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Haha, that is very funny. Yes, Vic and I have had many chats about the perfect retreat in the hills with space for both a studio and a lovely cafe. Dreams for the future!

[@KateAshworth]

@@BenmoTheArtist lovely to hear 😁 hopefully not too far in the distant future! 🤪

[@darryldownieartist]

Bummer, sorry to hear about this, but remember, every cloud has a silver lining (unless it's a new moon). It might end up being a case of a U-store-it and a lot of plein-air for a while, or you could find something soon, who knows? But it served its purpose of getting you well again, now maybe the universe is telling you to move to the next stage in your life?

[@mariehamm]

Hello Benmo! Sorry to hear about the news. I hope you can find another studio at Clarence Mill or Adelphi Mill. Or at the electric picture house artists co-operative ( Spindle Mill) in Congleton. Keep well, dear artist!

[@BenmoTheArtist]

Thanks so much Marie. I will keep you posted.

[@junemaguire5053]

Actually, mould is not good for you at all especially as you suffer from fatigue, so may be the universe is sending you elsewhere. Those spores get into everything. So a prayer for you that you find another wonderful spot that will be healthy for you.

[@robertpewsey8931]

They're running out of hotels for illegal immigrants. Your studio now, who's knows what in the future.

[@anitajones7804]

Hi Ben, Was doing some research and came across this organisation, I had never heard of them and they may or may not be helpful but probably worth a look. nfasp national federation of artists studio providers.