Inside My DREAM ART STUDIO || Paints, Palettes, Plein Air Easels & Inspiring Treasures

[@shirjoin]

You win! Your studio is perfect and I will never again complain about the amount of art supplies I have collected and treasured over the years. Each item either has a future use or a memory worth keeping. Great video.

[@LeslieStroz]

I think it's totally fine to keep the supplies you love. :)

[@Angie-pl3uw]

Thank you for letting us into such an important space in your life. I feel honored! Leslie, yo have a place for everything, and everything in its place. The wonder of it all is that you remember where everything is! I have a ton of duplicates, because I forget where or if I have them. I am intrigued by your chair. I don’t know where or how to sit as I end up with back and neck pain. A mini video on how you deal with that would be greatly appreciated. Thanks again for this great opportunity to glimpse into how an artist organizes an important aspect of life!

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks so much! I constantly tidy drawers or cupboards if they get too messy, so that helps with remembering where everything is. Being in there everyday helps too. I have definitely had times in my life where I couldn't find things and bought them again. The chair is so wonderful; it keeps the stress off your spine, which is helpful. I highly recommend it!

[@lynneellis2647]

Wow. So much, but superbly organized. I don't have a studio, so I have little pockets of supplies all over the house.

[@Chris-wn6sc]

Wow, completely mesmerized by your studio and all the lovely supplies! Also; no offense meant but this video put me at ease on worrying about becoming an art supply hoarder 😂 I'm not even at 10% on what you own. The victorian writing desk is sooo pretty by the way! Thank you for the tour!

[@LeslieStroz]

I think organised maximalism is a good thing (as long as it doesn't get out of control!). I like being surrounded by things I love; it's like working in the centre of a big hug. Yes, I LOVE my Victorian writing desk... I wish it could tell me its stories. :)

[@jenniferdesrochers955]

​@LeslieStroz I'm jealous of your organizational skills. Your studio is like an amazing jigsaw puzzle where everything fits together so well. 😊

[@lyndakowalke8858]

What an amazing, perfectly organised studio you have! Its beautiful! So much Natural light, the view out of the windows is a dream! You have such an incredable amount of supplies for everything in various directions of Arts and crafts. And Everything exactly where you would need them! Your studio has so much charakter and it looks loved and a happy relaxed place to work in! You are very lucky indeed!

[@mil_enrama]

this video reminded me of my love for painting. i used to paint and sketch all day every day, but i havent been able to put much time into artwork since i left highschool 8 years ago. sometimes i worry that i've lost it forever, but seeing your studio assured me that the embers are still burning. thanks and greetings from Texas

[@LeslieStroz]

I'm happy to have rekindled your love of painting. Don't stress about losing your passion; life takes us on meandering paths, and I'm certain you will return to it when the time is right for you. :)

[@Janartable]

Thank you for sharing! I love how it is organized, but still total eye candy. I love the mixture of woods and white furniture, the many different baskets and tins. It’s a *real* studio. Not an “instagram studio” as I call them….the ones that are a wash of white drawers and and Hobby Lobby decor items. Ick. I love an art studio that shows the many whims in an artist’s direction, or journey. You have beautiful collections and I can imagine it just fills you up to be in your studio. A great jumping start for creating!! Loved the whole video!! :)

[@LeslieStroz]

Thank you so much! For a long time I was a little chagrined that my studio with its pink walls, white carpet and cast off furniture didn't fit the general aesthetic, but I've come to love it so much. I didn't realise until filming how many "retro" items I have in there (a bit like me!). :)

[@Gypsisoul1111]

Your studio is so cozy adorable! I love that you have old drawers that have been everywhere with you!

[@LeslieStroz]

Those drawers are great because they hold SO MUCH! They are a challenge to move though, haha.

[@FaithAnnNB]

I got my BSc(CS) degree in the 90s and EVERY prof would bring in a stack of those cards to tell us how good we had it since technology had improved so much by the time we started 😂 (always got the story about dropping the stack of cards and how that made life miserable). Enjoyed the tour of your art studio and seeing all of the other things you’ve done over the years. I have a very small craft room that holds my history of hobbies from stitching/needlework supplies, crochet, jewelry making, scrapbooking/card making, cookie/cake decorating and various bits and bobs from previous crafts that I cannot get rid of; I love the thought the supplies are there and waiting for when the urge strikes. My painting / drawing supplies actually reside in an enclosed book shelf in my home office and in a rolling desk upstairs. When I retire, my first goal is to redo my tiny craft room and make it more usable (rather than simply storage).

[@loveandlife4222]

Oh, I love this!! We are about the same age and your studio reminds me so much of me and what I have and store. I’ve never painted with oils or acrylics but almost everything else you showed I’ve used and have. You have a lot larger collection of things because I’ve only been painting for about 6 years but my collection is still quite large and growing! I love the mishmash of furniture and all of the antiques and treasures that you keep. Thank you so much for sharing with us!! I love it! ❣️

[@LeslieStroz]

I'm not such a fan of acrylics; oils, watercolour and all drawing media are my main passions. I'd rather have art supplies than anything in the world (except maybe books). :)

[@erinluijkx6788]

ha! i was today years old when I learned who your husband is! I love your work, your voice as you narrate, and especially your tiny art. Thank you for the tour of your studio. Love it!

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks so much!

[@lover101cg]

For years i've had trouble finding mixed media art studio organization ideas that i could use as inspiration, yet NONE have come close to have this much variety of art supplies and tools. You basically have spot on to what i have in my space from painting to jewelry making, knitting, stamps, etc. THANK YOU this was a god send to me.

[@goat8477]

If the squeaking of the wooden drawers get on your nerves, a little candle wax or WD40 does wonders. I take out the drawer and just rub a piece of white candle over the wood that sits on the sliders - problem solved for the next 25 years :-) I am amazed how organized you are with all the supplies! Awesome! I use empty cigar boxes to store a myriad of little stuff (smoke shops give them away for one or two dollars). Stacked on top of each other in the book shelf they look adorable :-) And one of the bigger ones even serves well as a makeshift pochade box. I love to see organized workshops and art studios. It calms down my OCD and I also think it's a spiritual thing to see where creativity lives... 🙂 (The victorian travel 'office-box'!! OMG!!) Love it!

[@annagray4208]

Thank you so much for allowing us to also enjoy your beautiful studio. It was fantastic. When friends come into mine, it's fun to see how much they enjoy the atmosphere a studio can evoke.

[@LeslieStroz]

Thank you! It’s a bit haphazard with repurposed, discarded furniture but it does what I need it to and for that I love it. 😊

[@MaxineBotts]

Oh good grief! I don’t have quite as much art supplies, but have a little bit of what you have! Never know when you’ll need stuff! You’re my kinda gal! Thanks for the peek into your studio!

[@MaxineBotts]

PS….and still collecting!

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks for stopping by! :)

[@loricrawford8426]

I loved seeing your studio and also that someone else has a much in theirs as I have in mine.

[@LeslieStroz]

Heehee :)

[@zenlife1200]

What a lovely art space you have. The view from your window is the icing on a very nice cake.

[@LeslieStroz]

The view is my soul food!

[@MBDronePhoto]

Love the antique box. My mother was an interior decorator and accumulated a couple dozen tea caddies, lap desks, etc... Have some she gave me as a child. She still has many in her home. You have a life story that is well lived. Thank you for the tour.

[@karenm6076]

thank you Leslie for inviting us in to your beautiful space

[@kathymoffat761]

What a fantastic studio, so well kitted out. I would dearly love a bit more space and a larger work area. Thank you Leslie for letting us see your private space for creativity.

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@whatifitnt]

Thank you, Leslie. So Inspiring. Sometimes I think I should hang all of my art supplies, used or not, up on my walls so I can see them all. Each has a memory or a hope of 'Someday' I love all the colors around me. I'm really prone to 'out of sight, out of mind', but too much 'in sight' can be overwhelming, too. Your studio looks like a nice balance of both. And I got a few great ideas for adjusting my own space(s). Sending lots of Joy and Kindness to you.

[@LeslieStroz]

I know what you mean. When me studio gets too cluttered it can be overwhelming, but it's definitely nice to see some of those treasured items. :)

[@lynetteclauser3551]

I find it fascinating how each artist organizes their studios. Learned a couple of things. There are few artists that work only in one medium. We all seem to have been creative from a young age regardless of the medium) and we are all hoarders (we see artistic potential in everything). You have a lively bright studio and your right that view is everything.

[@lifeisgood9889]

I’ve been following you for about a year now and I just realized you learned weaving! Weaving is my primary form of art, but thanks to you, I’m getting into watercolors as well. It’s been really good to get out of my comfort zone and do something completely unrelated to fibers. This studio tour makes me feel a lot better about having art supplies for lots of different mediums. Thank you for showing us your studio!

[@notclagnew]

Wow, so helpful.Thank you for showing us through in so much detail. I am still learning what works for me and I am still in state of disorganisation partly due to wanting to paint not spend too much time organising. I got some good ideas too - I was looking for little storage containers and hadn't thought to use my small cream jars! Also, a little bit jealous of your collection of pochade boxes!

[@LeslieStroz]

Cosmetic jars are the best for storage, and so are little jars and such from charity and thrift shops. I have been building my pochade collection for years... I'll have to give a proper tour of them sometime! I definitely have favourites! :)

[@terrychancellor4593]

Oh my, we have so much in common😊 My Dad also worked on computers the size of a room. He would often bring home the ends of the grid paper used at work and I would use it to create my bead designs for my beading loom!! I'm also envious of your Victorian writing desk, I have wanted one (with a secret compartment) since I was a kid. So glad to see that I have nothing to worry about when I feel I have too many art supplies, you have me beat, LOL!!! You have a wonderful studio. I'm just beginning to formally set up my own at home and looking forward to having a space dedicated to creativity!!! Thank you for sharing!!

[@LeslieStroz]

Have fun setting up your new studio! I find it’s an ongoing process as you add and get rid of things. We had the perforated paper too- every Christmas they would print out a large Christmas banner that we spent weeks colouring. 😊

[@ajaenes5005]

I'm amazed. I love your studio Leslie. You have Your stuff so nicely and well organized. I would like to stay overnight in the Poppy's bed and have a chat with your art tools. 😊

[@LeslieStroz]

She might share the bed, as long as you steer clear of her bisquits! ;)

[@buymywings]

I love people’s spaces that tell their stories. Yours sincerely does. Thank you for letting us visit. 😊

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks for stopping by! :)

[@MerriWinter]

I feel so comforted by your space. If you’re a maker the temptation to experiment with numerous and very different media is inevitable. I’ve got a studio so much like this one that I’ve often felt guilty about the variety and volume of supplies. Currently I’m trying desperately to use up my sewing supplies to make my printmaking area more efficient. I concentrate on my clay and printmaking art these days and am increasingly forming a career out of them. However my experience with so many other media have informed the art I make now. Thanks for the tour.

[@JoAnneSmith-di8ok]

I really enjoyed your tour. Thank you so much. You inspire me. I have had a beautiful day. I painted this afternoon. I live in Pennsylvania. Have a good week.

[@LeslieStroz]

I hope you have a lovely, creative summer! :)

[@wendywoo7805]

Such a beautiful studio, thank you for letting us have a peek inside. My ‘studio’ is still a corner of my lounge but one day I aspire to have a dedicated space.

[@LeslieStroz]

I worked out of my lounge for years... I still do many evenings. Any space to create is a good space. :)

[@deborahtrusson5170]

I just happened on your youtube... I am so grateful... I, like you, have a diversity of mediums and techniques. I also LOVE order, and a place for everything, and everything in its place... in a perfect world 😂 that is.... For me, a cluttered space equals a cluttered mind... I find it hard to be creative... My original solution: To have the majority of my art supplies stored in boxes within shelving units. Clutterd order, so to speak. I now realise there is still too much visual clutter... your solution is brilliant.. seeing your space has resparked ideas and repurposing solutions... I am excited to get started. I am embarking on a whole new adventure... and revamping and cleaning my studio space is a fabulous place to start. 🎉

[@janscott9151]

Thank you so much for showing us your studio. It's very well organised. I remember the computer cards - the worse thing was to have typed out your stack , forget to number them and then drop them on the floor. So much time to get them back in order. Memories of my life at University in Lancaster.

[@LeslieStroz]

It's amazing how far computer technology has come in such a relatively short time. My father would bring home huge "Christmassy" banners every year, printed on the paper that had the perforated dots between each page. We would spend weeks colouring it! Good memories. :)

[@hhgp90]

This is so gorgeous! I will be rewinding over this as I go through my space, I thoroughly enjoyed watching and listening. Thank you for sharing :)

[@Erik_Conso]

your art studio looks so nice, it's litteraly my dream space, a confort zone where you can just let go from reality and relax, i love it so much

[@LeslieStroz]

Awww thank you! :)

[@gracebernardus1376]

Thank you for the tour. Organised hoarding. Inspiring. I have the same things, but not so much as you have. I like making little stamps and prints. And writing. I don’t know if your husband was from Dire straights, but I still have their first album. The second half of the tour I will watch later this day. Looking forward to it. 🙏🏽

[@LeslieStroz]

Organised hoarding should be my new video title! 😅

[@juliadixon-smith5416]

Thank you for sharing your wonderful studio with such creative storage ideas looks so neat and tidy. I have collected a lot of art supplies over the years, since I was an art student in the late 60’s early 70’s and I am still collecting ! Not nearly as organised as yours. I can see how nice it would be if I get storage organised much better by following your example.

[@LeslieStroz]

It's such a nice feeling to have an organised art space. :) When we lived in the US I always had a closet, so it was challenging here to fit it all in without one. I recommend looking around for furniture you're not using, or on FB Marketplace to find the perfect storage solutions. IKEA is always nice too for storage solutions. :)

[@debsmith7050]

Your studio is delightful! TY for sharing.

[@PolynHoare]

Thank you so much Leslie to give me a motivation to show your arts room and how to manage and organize all you arts things and books and everything . It help a lot. God bless

[@shmuelhirsh]

Oh darling, your art space is lovely but you have nutt'n on me. How my studio turned into an art store, I have no idea but I have brushes, pens and tons of LETRA-SET from my graphics days and basically an ART equipment museum! haha! ~

[@zdzislawaprzyborska5653]

Yes, I'd love to see a video about your wathercolour palets!

[@LeslieStroz]

Soon! :)

[@pippas5808]

I love all the different vintage tins and jars that you use - it makes the space so much more interesting and homey!

[@kelsey5032]

Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful space with us 🥰 always enjoy your videos very much

[@LeslieStroz]

My pleasure :)

[@robgriesdoorn6611]

Grea to see Leslie, it inspire me to do just like you did.....take care and untill the next video. 😊👍

[@libellula3313]

As a retired artist/teacher myself, i can fully understand when you say you have "pared" things down! 😂😂 My space is so similar but nowhere near as organised as yours, but i bet we both know where everything is! Great tour, i had no idea you designed so many David Knopfler sleeves, but i understand the family liaison! I moved in similar folk music circles in the early 70's after art college. Thanks. Jo in France 🇫🇷

[@lindahipple4817]

Hi Leslie, thankyou for the studio tour, but it was much more than that, it was a glimpse into your life that you warmly shared. I love your work space and its' very cozy with a beautiful view. Blessings.

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks so much, Linda! I definitely think half of the charm is the view. It brings me joy every time I enter the room. :)

[@reedebrown6006]

Wow! An amazing work space and you have some how managed to fit so much in there. Thank you for sharing with us. 💜

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks for watching! :)

[@brianrogersart]

Thanks for the tour! I always get new ideas when I watch these kind of videos. Something I found amusing; you have an item that is made here in the little town I live in here in the states. When I saw the sticker on it I was like, wait, what? 😂 Stay safe and well!

[@rutbrea8796]

Your studio is amazing 👏! You are very organized, like me. I can't have a messy house! You are a very sweet lady, too. Thanks for sharing.❤😊

[@annedionian7973]

I loved the tour!!! Thank you so much ❤

[@Cheseafaith]

So excited!

[@LeslieStroz]

I hope it didn’t disappoint! 😊

[@KatieCannonDesigns]

Oh wow I love your space. It makes me feel better that I'm not the only one with lots of different types of supplies and lots of supplies in general. I have also taught art for years and have accumulated a lot of different types of mediums. You gave me some great ideas for how to organize my space a little better.

[@LeslieStroz]

I'm happy to have helped! Yes, it's hard to let go of the little art collections from our pasts, especially when they were expensive! I love knowing that I still have access to the art forms of my past because I do occasionally pop in and use them. Best of luck reorganising! It's a great time of year for it. :)

[@ChantelleArts]

This is so stunning, what a gorgeous studio Leslie ☺☺

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks, Chantelle! :)

[@sheilasinghal2922]

This was fantastic! Thanks for your generosity in sharing your space. I have way too much stuff, but watching this makes me feel that it can be manageable if I get more organized. Thanks for the inspiration! 😊

[@maam9840]

Your view is stunning! I don’t think I’d ever leave that spot. You are me, except organized. 😊

[@rutujadevaru]

Wow love it❤ This is so real, thank you for sharing and inspiring.

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks for visiting! :)

[@LisabettaMedaglia]

I always enjoy watching/viewing other artists' work spaces, because it's nice to see what kind of organization things they have, how they store things, and so on. The 2nd floor to our house divided in half: 2/3rds of it is the master bedroom suite, and the other 1/3 is again, split in half, length-wise: one side of the room is my husband's library, and the other side is my "art room". It's...extremely cluttered right now, due to depression and now, having been diagnosed with inattentive ADHD, and I had no drive to want to clean/tidy up until very recently, so, I'm working on improving those things. The walls to our upstairs has slanted walls half-way up the wall, so I'm very limited in what I can get for shelves and storage units - they have to be shorter than 32" (+/-). I've got two old computer desks up there - one of them has been painted white with some purple accents, and eventually, that's going to be the colour theme to my art room. The other computer desk is L-shaped, and will be painted the same way, once I get to that corner of the room, and currently, that particular desk is going to be dedicated to any of my fibre art stuff (knitting, crocheting, tablet weaving). My main art desk, which is technically a computer desk too, but more aimed towards for kids) is big enough for me to work at and do art at (painting, drawing. illustrating, bullet journaling, etc.) and it fits perfectly into a little nook that I have up there, where there's a window overlooking Lake Champlain (although, you can't really see it unless you're standing and peering over!) The desk that's currently painted white and purple, will be primarily my scribal desk. I study and re-create medieval illuminations, so I've got what I call a "scribal desk" that houses some of my paints and gilding tools. I also have a retro-looking toaster oven on there, for when I make my polymer clay things. I dabble in all sorts of things, and slowly, but surely, things are coming more together. The biggest obstacles right now is finding storage things that can fit against the walls, or can fit under desks and not get too much in the way of things (or at least, not stub my toe on when I sit at my desks), and just getting things cleaned and tidied up, and putting things into their new home/place in my art room. Even with it currently looking decent, it still looks a little cluttered and I have some drawers piled higher than I would've liked, but it's the best I can do for now 😅

[@LeslieStroz]

I'm sorry to hear you're struggling with ADHD and getting organised-- I've been there! One thing that always helps me if I'm feeling too overwhelmed is to set little tasks. One box a day. We don't have to tackle an entire project in one day. The little efforts soon add up. I find that Facebook Marketplace has lots of good furniture, and there's always IKEA too (great for unique spaces!). I hope you're soon back to working on your medieval illuminations and gazing across at the lake in your cosy space. :)

[@dru864]

Wauw! I love your studio❤ Thank you for this great video.

[@LeslieStroz]

You're welcome! :)

[@daradubinet]

ty so much leslie. i loved seeing how you organize. how special your space is. how lovely of you to share ❤

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks, Dara! :) Your videos have inspired me for years.

[@ritazwicker3426]

This was so much fun! I love love artist supplies….I. Also have a ton. Thanks for sharing!

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks for visiting! :)

[@DanielDoesLifeVlog]

I love your organization. You are amazing. I love your artwork. ❤. I am anew fan. My first video I’ve seen. ❤

[@Harkart59]

The most interesting studio tour ever. Thank you🙂

[@LeslieStroz]

Awww. Thanks! :)

[@barcalonga]

Snap on the Vet's Kitchen - I have puppy treats in my studio, too! I wold love to hear about that beautiful writing slope you have💕

[@dezzydezi]

Thanks for giving us a tour it’s lovely 🥰

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks for visiting! :)

[@teresak1177]

Thank you for sharing your studio! So inspiring. Leslie, I had to cry when you showed the computer programmer’s punch cards from your Dad. My first degree out of high school was computer programming, so when you said, you know, you know….I knew! I have been out of HS 40 years and I have done so much more than I ever dreamed….including becoming an artist ❤❤❤ my favorite hobby. Looking forward to seeing more videos!! 💕 from Indy

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks for your reply, Indy. Those cards are one of my most treasured possessions. It's funny the things that bring us joy. :)

[@TjVoelkerArt]

I loved seeing all of your supplies. I so wish I'd have started learning art when I was younger! I'm 67 and I've been doing art off and on since 52. Just recently started taking it more seriously and I love it so much. I don't know how to do much. I started with graphite, then colored pencil and now I'm in to pastel pencil, with an occasional soft pastel. I want to learn cold wax too. So little time. Anyway, thank you so much for this comprehensive tour!

[@elizmaduvenage5258]

What an organised Studio! And all that supplies. It feels if I am in an Art shop. Wow

[@charmaineferguson1242]

Perfect yes perfect is the best way to describe your studio

[@charmcrumrine8750]

What a great way to meet you. I have seen few of your videos and like your work very much. I paint in oils but my new love is gouache. I paint plein air and in my little studio too. And I don't know how you remember where everything is in your cute space. Thank you for your work and the time you spend making these videos.

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks so much! Watercolour and gouache have definitely become favourite mediums for me too. I think I remember where everything is mostly because I'm in there every day and I reorganise a lot! :)

[@mandyolevnik4879]

Hi Leslie. Loved your video and tour. Always nice to see your smile. Your studio makes sense and similar to how I've organized mine. I still have my oil squeeze jar from class at SUNY! I really enjoyed your oil painting classes. Hope to see lots more of your art with the warmer months approaching. Cheers, Mandy 🌞

[@LeslieStroz]

Hi Mandy! Yes, I'm sure you recognised those squeeze jars, haha. I hope you're enjoying the warmer weather! Always lovely to hear from you.

[@sheriemcmanaman2113]

Punch cards for the gigantic computers! I took a class in college where we wrote programs and then punched the cards. We had to turn in the cards and the computer center ran them overnight. That takes me back! I also used to spin and weave and knit and crochet a lot. Thanks for the tour, I’m happy to see I am not alone in having “just the right amount” of art supplies. Haha

[@kathryndohring5481]

This was a lovely video. Thanks so much for making it! Love your channel.

[@MartinBaldock]

So organised, neat and tidy!

[@marianclennon]

Thank you so much. I'm starting to figure out how to store stuff. You helped me to understand all of the stuff that I have really does have a purpose. I'm learning how to prioritize my storage.

[@QuerkieGal]

LOVE your art studio Leslie -thank you for sharing with us. I've been wanting a dedicated room for all of my crafting but they are stashed throughout my house. I do have a small little nook downstairs that I use and could better organize and I will use your video as an inspiration. Thank you for all of your amazing videos and for teaching the community about art and painting.

[@dianestrickland2685]

You are helping me settle in more to my studio. I also have bits and bobs from my whole life with me in this space. Including my Chatty Cathy, my dad's metal kit box from the Navy, my mother's button box, and a lovely watercolour I found at the dump.

[@donnadoble-brown338]

This was so fun! I want to come and visit your studio and play! Boy, that VIEW is spectacular. . . Thanks for sharing your wonderful art area with us💚🙏🏻💗

[@mythokki]

OMG, the IBM punch cards, my first job in 1967. Our art hoards are similar, though mine more scattered, painting in the bay window, printmaking in the basement. What I would give to have it all in one place. For me, substitute spinning and dyeing for weaving, add fountain pens and ink to the writing boxes. My BFA is in photography, so also add vintage cameras and film processing for alternative photo processes to the mix. BTW, it is your fault I just went down the tiny palette rabbit hole. Currently, I am mostly watercolour painting. Too bad collecting art materials is just as enjoyable as painting! 😂

[@LeslieStroz]

Goodness, you sound like you love as many art forms as I do. I took a weaving class in grad school and was hooked. I think if my HS had been a bit "more" I'd have discovered 3-D arts like weaving and ceramics sooner and chosen a different degree. Then again, the tiny painting and watercolours are so much more achievable and I love the intimacy and immediateness of them. I hope you're loving your tiny palettes! New video tomorrow tempting you with more, haha. :)

[@margaretmatthews5681]

Thank you for a great tour of your studio. I go on workshops all ‘need’ different supplies and I seem to have stuff everywhere in my art room. So great to get some ideas of how to store things as well as not feeling bad about how much stuff I have. Just found your channel Lesley and really enjoying it. Greetings from Margaret in Shropshire ❤

[@Purpleladybirdart]

A lovely, well organised studio - makes me want to sort out my studio drawers! 🙏

[@LeslieStroz]

It’s so much fun to do that! 😊

[@glg6069]

I love how your studio is situated. You make great use of the space. I recognize most of your supplies-you made me feel better about my supplies because I think all artists have a little bit of horder in each of y try them 😊❤. I seem to collect a lot of brushes and paper pads. I guess it’s what we’re all drawn to. I should send you some of my brushes. My brother does ceramics in his spare time and I have some of his beautiful face vases and I put my brushes in them. I have so many and I don’t use them all but when I see a sale, I’ll pick up brushes. Haha!

[@HomairaEkra]

WOW!! What a nice and sweet studio!! It's literally my dream to have such a nice art studio 🎨❤️ really Love it☺️

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks so much! I hope you have your dream studio someday soon. :)

[@rachellewidmann3621]

Loved coming along on a tour of your studio! What brilliant, cozy and hygge energy it seems to emit. 💕 Thank you for sharing!

[@gloria7415]

I love that you lovingly call it a hoarders drawer❤😂 It makes my heart happy to see all these treasures that have stayed with you because they mean something.

[@LeslieStroz]

I’m so glad! 😊

[@TomClarkSouthLondon]

Charming and cozy 🤗👍❤️🙏🏽

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks! It always feels like a warm hug to me. 😊

[@TomClarkSouthLondon]

@@LeslieStroz That’s the vibe I got!👍

[@TheMessyDeskxyz]

I love your studio and how organised it is! There’s a place for everything and it’s organised by media… Not messy at all IMO. It’s beautiful!

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks so much! I’ve tried to weed out the things I really don’t use anymore (and probably never will).

[@lynnbuchanan8449]

Thank you for sharing your art studio with us. I love your first “not terrible” bowl circa 1997. It’s not older than me though….I’m vintage 1968! ✌🏻

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks! I like it too. I’m a 60s baby too. 😊

[@lynnbuchanan8449]

@@LeslieStroz the sixties changed the world. For the better in some cases…not so much in others.

[@-MEL16-A.O.C]

Leslie truly thank you for that video. It's a incredible studio full of adorable things and amazing items for an arstist. I use to light palo santo too and it's warming my cristals too...I've loved everything it's perfect 😊🥰😁😉👍🙏🏼 Bises 😘

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks so much! I think we have a lot in common. :)

[@-MEL16-A.O.C]

@@LeslieStroz Oh thank you it sounds to me as a compliment 😊😉 Have a nice week-end, bises !

[@sdc9572]

Wow! Your studio is just like a store. I cleaned out my art room yesterday and I don't have half of the things you have. I now know where all my art supplies are. Feels so good when it's organized. Your studio is great!

[@kailaskhajine3677]

I love your ink drawing videos. I had also copied the same ink drawing in my drawing book.😊 My most favourite thing is your watercolor palette videos

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@louisebourne5779]

Beautiful art studio. What a stunning beautiful view you have from your large window, love love it. 🥰

[@LeslieStroz]

I've spent hours gaining inspiration from that view. :)

[@jennharts1]

What a beautiful space!! I would never leave this room. I just found you so I'm looking forward to looking at some of your videos.

[@melaniehellum1281]

Love the studio. Like the guided snooping so fun. You do very good organizing . I call stuff inventory not hoarding. My family was giving me guff on what I keep. So I did modify on some things. I like styro meat trays for pallets with acrylic so I just toss it after use. Saves so much fiddling and washing . And small flat tins. It you have a work shop studio or any place we create their is going to be stuff. I find that people that are minamelists just borrow other people's stuff. Or they don't do anything other than pride themselves on negative space.

[@martinaanagnostou7422]

This video was so fun! I was happy to learn the you spent some time in Greece. You look so much like your mother Leslie. That Victorian travel desk divine ! We have a similar one in our family… I should claim it 😃

[@LeslieStroz]

You DEFINITELY need to claim it!! And yes, Greece holds such a special place in my heart. My first degree was in Classic (Ancient Greek art and archaeology). Someday I would love to go back!! 😊

[@martinaanagnostou7422]

@@LeslieStroz wonderful we may coincide one day that would be lovely!

[@VerrikaEva]

Beautiful place you have🤗❤️Be proud of your self🤗❤️

[@LeslieStroz]

You too! :)

[@PatriciaVoinescuArt]

Wow! It's like Aladdin's cave, full of treasures! My favourite is the Victorian travel desk ❤

[@sincerelyme-777]

Beautiful and inspiring space! Thanks for sharing. A dedicated Art space is very intimate. Yours is soulful and filled with creative hope.

[@LeslieStroz]

How lovely of you to say. Thank you. :)

[@Saahrish]

Love your studio! Thank you for sharing your studio with us. It’s so beautifully organised.

[@LeslieStroz]

My pleasure! :)

[@fantasy3786]

Wow a tour i have been quite busy lately so this is perfect for relaxing to❤ Do u mind sharing some of the songs you have written?? I am sure all of us would love to hear them ❤

[@LeslieStroz]

I might at some point. If I can find one I don’t hate! I’m very much an amateur songwriter. 😅

[@jumanas4012]

amazingly so organized , made me realize i need to declutter my studio lol

[@LeslieStroz]

I'm happy to inspire a Spring Artroom clean! :)

[@marlaatml]

What a nice tour. Thank you. ❤

[@BilbosOreo]

Hi there! I absolutely loved your studio tour and the sweet way you invited all of us in and through each section! It helps me to see how others organize their spaces and to hear why they do what they do…it gives me ideas and motivation for my own space! Your video was well done and so informative! Thank you for taking all the time and effort to bring us all into your studio.

[@LeslieStroz]

Thanks so much for your kind comment. I love watching studio and room tours too; I'm glad mine helped provide some motivation! :)