Top 5 tips for creating an inspiring workspace (mini studio tour)

Welcome to this mini studio tour, where I'll share my top 5 tips for creating an inspiring and functional creative workspace. I hope that you find it useful or interesting - at the very least you'll be able to have a good peek inside my studio!
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[@awatercolourist]

“And by library I mean anything from two books upwards .” That is a very specific definition of library.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Well, I guess one book does not maketh a library.

[@awatercolourist]

@@NatashaNewtonArt 😂😂. Indeed!

[@wendyvancamp1738]

Your studio space reflects you as an artist. I can see how your lovely art flows from this organized and peaceful retreat.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much, Wendy! I feel very fortunate to have a lovely space to work in.

[@E4Alabbasy]

I actually love the look of a messy studio, but I must say there is a veeeery fine line between what is a gun mess or just a clutter of chaos 😂

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

True!

[@ocean4763]

The “unedited” version of your messy desk is still so beautiful and inspiring 😍 Can’t wait to see more of your space!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thanks so much!

[@4streegrrrl601]

"Larger British Moths" oh my, I love a good specialty naturalist/taxonomy guide! Thank you, Natasha, for giving me another nudge to getting my work office/art space into better shape for creativity. I have things like all the books, organizing bits, art work of others and my own, and a mascot! I just need better lighting and more "cozy", with a better set up of all the things that are important, and donate/put away the uninspiring clutter that has crept in. A work in progress! :)

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I have to declutter regularly (I either sell things or give them away) and it does feel good to edit things down a bit. Makes it a little easier to keep it all organised!

[@c.f.callier]

I totally agree that you can never have too much storage for the supplies you have.

[@roxannemaguire9844]

Natasha, you've created such a warm, inviting studio space for yourself that's just beautiful!!! It must be impossible to resist going in to work every day! I love your inclusion of books for reference and inspiration! Candles burning create a sense of peace and mascots to keep you company ♥️ And so well organized! Sending you lots of love from Costa Rica 🌄😘😘😘

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you, Roxanne! I feel very lucky to have a little space of my own. :) Lots of love to you too!

[@susanwildt6535]

You never cease to inspire. Your studio is so organized and inviting. ❤

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thanks Susan!

[@jcline147]

In watching this …at the end of the video is that beautiful turquoise dome that goes on that little tower that you can see from your studio. Have you ever thought about including that in some of your artwork scenes ? I just love seeing it ..and it must be so inspiring to be able to look at that every day.❤️

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I don't think I'll paint it but I do love looking at it! It's a beautiful view.

[@polgara28]

Ohhhhh all of the great books and art! How inspiring. Thank you for giving us a peek into your world. Happy creating! 🙂

[@maryemma7368]

Beautiful studio. I also love books and I noticed I have quite a few the same as yours 😊

[@user-dp5tw8kv7t]

I would love to know the artists behind the postcards (especially the colorful ones at the end) and the amazing armadillo mascot! It's so cute. You have a lovely studio! Thanks for all the tips.

[@tinka6468]

Thank you for sharing your space with us, it seems like a cozy yet effective studio 💕

[@donnap2814]

Can’t wait to see some of your Lino work!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thanks!

[@JacquelineJax]

This was a lovely studio tour video. I enjoyed watching and thought you did a great job on it.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you!

[@michellewutzke2935]

That was a lovely video Natasha! Really enjoyed that. Of course being a librarian I was fascinated by your bookshelves! ❤️ You are a delight to watch and I love your work. Thank you for allowing a peek into your studio. It is beautiful as are you. Take care. 😊

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you, Michelle!

[@rinavogels4262]

What a very usefull tour and tips! Thank you so much ❤

[@Hexe.Mueller]

Refreshing, lovely, peaceful, organised, and so beautiful and cosy❤ wish i had a little space, too for my practice. Thank you for sharing your safe space.

[@tlembro]

Oh i wish i could sit down there…my place is a mess! You have put a fire in me to clean it up!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Excellent!

[@azzuparis]

This video was very relaxing! Your studio is very cozy and I love your books collection 😊

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

So glad you enjoyed it! Thank you.

[@SewArtyAnna]

My office is also where I create. It’s tricky combing them both but I’m already trying to combine the two by adding to my art book collection after seeing your tours and book posts. Grayson Perry, Eric Revilious, Kahinde Wiley and Winston Churchill are all sat next to each other 😂Imagine that dinner party combo!

[@hugbloom2664]

Thanks for sharing, Natasha! Helpful to see how you store things. May I ask where did you get the wooden wide drawers for large sheets of paper? Or were they custom built? Maybe this will be in the next studio tour video.

[@ChantelleArts]

your studio space looks so lovely and comforting ☺

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you!

[@angelaschredl9245]

You've never seen my "unedited version of a messy desk" 😂😂😂 Loved to see your art and working space. I hold on to my dream of having an art studio one day 🎨😍

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

You'll do it, Angela!

[@ms.rocketscience4924]

Your studio is beautiful and so well organized. IKEA has so many good storage options that are affordable. I have two of the white carts as well, but I bought them at the Container Store with lids for the top shelf and there are a myriad of small bins and cups that coordinate with them. I also love to have books around me. People who don’t love books are like aliens to me🤔 Having small artful objects reminds me that there are beautiful and unique things in the world and creates a haven. I love the crisp white walls and natural wood in your studio - and of course that view! Sigh. Thanks for sharing😘

[@AnoojaDebnath]

A dream studio! I’ve followed you for AGES on instagram and then the KZbin algos suggest me this! I’m now keen to turn a small corner of my flat into a little studio - so much inspiration in this video! Also. Who is the artist behind the artwork in 2:56 of the trees? It’s wonderful. ❤

[@melaniecarroll9719]

Such a lovely space - thank you for sharing - makes me want to see what I can do in my own space.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you! I'm so glad you found it inspiring. :)

[@poppyllulu]

This video was so timely for me! Just spent a couple of days trying to declutter my studio and organise all my supplies and was looking for inspiration! Your space is is so calming and beautiful, Natasha. I also have candles, lots of secondhand reference books but way too much clutter! Looking forward to the extended version. Thank you for sharing!

[@PaulaScardamalia]

Love the tips. And yes, books and bookshelves. Lots of them.

[@jessicastrideart]

This was lovely to see how cosy your studio is and how you store your materials.x

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thanks Jessica! x

[@sharonsunshine2532]

Enjoyed 👍

[@jeanbCA]

Thanks for sharing your space, Natasha 💚 Myself, I’m suspicious of any workspace that looks too perfect and untouched - your “mess” is much prettier than mine (ha ha), also a beautiful reflection of your process underway and your personality as an artist and a person of wit and depth. What a lovely space where you can make wonderful art!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much!

[@louisebourne5779]

Hi Natasha wow 😮such a beautiful studio; Thankyou you for sharing such a wonderful cosy studio. I love all your storage solutions. 🥰💗

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

So glad you enjoyed it, Louise! xxx

[@jrsinsf]

Such a lovely work space. Thanks for sharing!

[@Lorsmont]

Lovely studio, thanks for sharing!!

[@js3184]

I’ve loved you studio for a few years now, but I’m still hoping you’ll do a home tour (with permission of your family of course)

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you!

[@Travellingalice]

Such a inviting and beautiful space thank you for sharing it . Very inspiring

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much!

[@brendahettinger2933]

Great suggestions as I look to create my own space. I look forward to your next studio tour.

[@wideeyedtree]

Such a lovely workspace!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you! 😊

[@barblallier9413]

What a lovely space you've created! Thanks for the valuable tips, I'm redoing mine now and with use the Cozy tip the most!! ❤😊

[@caseystorm4999]

Thankyou for this relaxing studio tour. Just what I needed more than youll ever know. Arnold the Armadillo did steal the show for me. Loved the books and your ember scent candle. Stay happy Natasha.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you, and I hope you're ok. x

[@smallofferings]

As others have said, your studio so clearly reflects you as an artist 😊 mine is so different 😂

[@francineh.7825]

I was just looking out into my backyard at the shed I have that I've been wanting for 2 years now to turn into a small studio. Then I saw your video! Must be a sign! Your studio is absolutely beautiful ❤

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

It's definitely a sign - make it happen! ♡

[@deeannafreshwaters3282]

Natasha, you have a lovely studio. Thank you for taking time out of your busy day to share it with us. I also have and love the IKEA carts. Blessings and thanks from Oregon USA.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much, Deeanna!

[@anapaulaotero-illustration875]

Beautiful studio Natasha!!! ❤

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much!

[@stephanie.kilgast]

Always enjoy seeing your lovely studio!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thanks so much, Stephanie!

[@brigitteitg]

That’s a beautiful studio! 🤩 I only have a corner of my kitchen to work in and it’s always difficult to get a quiet moment. I recently reorganised my space to have everything at hand, (including a jar of water always ready for my watercolour paintings 😅) which helped a lot!

[@deborahmeyers551]

The camera 📷 work and aesthetics of your artstudio are beautiful thanks for sharing the joy of your work space Natasha ❤

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much, Deborah!

[@christinefisher5716]

How very lovely, Natasha! Thanks for sharing!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much!

[@kriksis]

I really loved seeing glimpses of your art studio, it feels so cozy. :))

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Glad you enjoyed it, Kriksis!

[@Amber29]

Thanks for the beautiful content, Natasha!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

You're so welcome! I'm glad you enjoyed it, Amber. :)

[@awatercolourist]

This is a calming and cosy vidy. Thanks 😊.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank YOU for watching!

[@mirita]

Yeah! I love all this, the tips and your cozy and charming studio, Natasha. Greetings from a cloudy city of Buenos Aires today. ♡

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Hello from Surrey, England! ♡

[@FilipaValentim]

Natasha this is such a great video!!!! LOVE your art studio, your elegant and soothing video style 😍 Thank you! This was brilliant

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much!

[@user-bk8qn9rh5k]

What a beautiful studio space you have created! ❤ Thank you for sharing your tips, it helps us who are still in the early stages of trying to figure out an art area. Love your videos Natasha! ❤️

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you so much! ♡

[@maibritton2882]

Consider purchasing storage from the UK based co. SUKIE. They sell vintage office storage and ephemera.

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I'll check them out!

[@trudyhoneycutt452]

What a great and inspiring space, Natasha!!! I could work there!! :) Thank you for sharing with us!! Love all your vintage boxes, too!!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you! I love those vintage storage boxes so much.

[@leighrogers1383]

A beautiful studio....and your studio mascots are sooooooo cute 😊

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you, Leigh!

[@notesinthemargin]

Beautiful video Natasha! ❤Excellent tips for making a creative workspace, and I especially liked the dive into your bookshelves! I always love a studio tour (even when it’s one I’ve helped to decorate!😁) I look forward to the upcoming big studio tour! 👩🏻‍🎨🎨📚🔍❤️😘 xxx

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you. ❤️ We need a tour of your study! 📚❤️😘 xxx

[@gbear768]

Also, I see by your fabulous book collection that we share a love of ghosts!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

You have eagle eyes! (I'm very interested in the paranormal).

[@staceg2003]

Lovely! You've created such a wonderful space. My own workspace is my dining room table, but I am getting ready to convert an extra bedroom to a studio space. Your space is certainly an inspiration!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

That's great news! I hope that you'll find your new space really inspiring once it's ready. :) My 'studio' used to be the kitchen table!

[@tracyvis2101]

What a lovely space! I have room mascots as well! Mine are an owl I picked up in Vermont (US) and a hippo that once was my little sister’s. 💕

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Aw, they sound lovely!

[@artmix700]

Such a beautiful and serene studio space😍 Love all your books, i love to be surrounded by books too. I've recently bought several storage solutions to put into my little studio space........hoping it will eventually be as cosy and inspiring as yours looks🤞🏼 Thank you for sharing🙏🏼

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

I'm sure it will! :)

[@TracieWho]

Beautiful space! You've inspired me to look for ways to "cozy up" my space! While I don't have room for a book case, I do have walls for a couple of book shelves. It won't hold all my books, but I can at least have my very favorite at hand. Thanks so much for sharing your space!

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Making a workspace cosy is so important!

[@nattyw495]

Enjoyed video i really like your color combinations...mysterious colors. With your creations and your studio is mighty lovely...🎨👩‍🎨✍💛

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you, I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

[@Barbara-fy8cs]

Wow there is so much warmth and beauty in your studio. I can't imagine having that many brushes. Do you use only some of them; are they separated dependent on your medium. YOU inspire me...🙏

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Thank you, Barbara! I often buy new ones when they're on a good offer, so I have several new brushes just waiting to be used at some point. I use lots of different mediums and tend to have different brushes for them. :)

[@MsMoniqueWilson]

So lovely and cozy. I need a mascot :)

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Everyone needs a mascot! x

[@sarah_hedges_creates]

What a beautiful space! I love the studio mascots as well! We are obsessed with jellycats, my daughter could set up her own shop 😆. I am currently on the hunt for some desktop drawer to help with my storage space. Very inspiring and cosy video. X

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Jellycats are so cute and quirky! I love all the little fruit and veg ones...and the patisserie ones...and the toadstools...and the trees...shall I go on? ;) x

[@sarah_hedges_creates]

@@NatashaNewtonArt oh my gosh I completely agree, you would love her collection. I have a little boiled egg one with a blush face and a Brie my husband got me 😆. I could spend a fortune on them. x

[@annam.myburgh9515]

Love Arnold the Armadillo ❤

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Me too. ;)

[@petithimbeere9814]

Lovely video as always ❤, do you know the name of the artist who did the paper cut art? Also i recommend you to watch the video from Michael Halbert "lino cut print of a landscape including the st. Luis Skyline | printmaking" for your tipe of art style and the videos of Laura Bowell on linoleum

[@racamiii]

May i ask: the beautyfull tin-candle Looks Like the perfect sent for me, where did you geht it or wich Brand is it? Your Studio Looks so cosy thank you for sharing a bit of your little Paradies with us ❤️

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

The brand is St Eval and they're based in Cornwall, UK. :)

[@SuzetteMariel]

I love your channel. I saw all your books and was intrigued by the one called “I’m totally wild for you. (Valentines edition ) Where can I find this book? 📕

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

That's a Valentine's card from my fiancé! It does look very convincingly like a book. :)

[@lr7821]

What is the spelling of the artist who made the bunny painting please? 😌 I love the style and would like to look them up

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Cathy Cullis. :)

[@fuzzydragons]

i have a big library lol book sin the main room and books all over the rest of the house lol😆 can we really call ourselves an artist if we dont have one of those 3 tiers trolleys? lol😝

[@NatashaNewtonArt]

Literally every artist I know has one of those three tier trolleys!

[@fuzzydragons]

they do come in pretty handy 😀