studio inspiration
Many things define who you are: your family, your experiences, your opinions, and your passions, to name a few. But what about the place you spend the majority of your time? I don’t mean your bed, I mean your workspace. Whether you’re in a creative studio or confined to a cubicle, it’s important to consider your workspace an extension of yourself. Over at faucethead creative we’ve done just that.
Grace Glueck, writer for the NY Times, said it well, “The studio, a room to which the artist consigns himself for life, is naturally important, not only as workplace, but as a source of inspiration. And it usually manages, one way or another, to turn up in his product.” I couldn’t agree more. Imagine working in a place where you’ve covered the walls with retro wallpaper and bold colored paintings. You don’t think you’d start to see those traits carried over into your work? Or maybe you spend your time in a spa-like space accompanied by a steady flow of calming music, you’ll see that influencing over into your work, I guarantee it.
So what if you wandered into our studio? What can you expect? At fc headquarters you’ll find something for all the senses. At first when you enter, you’ll hear the rumble of the 1950’s Coke machine. Then you’ll smell the fresh river air. You’ll see the tall factory ceiling and the mix of old and new objects. You’ll feel the carpet under your feet and the refurbished wood beams on the walls. And, maybe if you’re lucky, you’ll taste a cold beer. It’s an interesting combination of things, but it makes faucethead tick. You can find these same elements carried over into our work. The mix of vintage and modern, the juxtaposition of clean lines and organic shapes, the combinations of bright colors and their more subtle complimentary hues, you’ll find them in the studio and you’ll find them in our portfolio.
I remember the first time I came to 335 N. River Street. I was nervous as all get out for my interview and clutched my portfolio with white knuckles. But once I entered the space that all went away. I calmly presented my work and took in the surroundings, realizing that this was a place I wanted to be. That seems like ages ago, but every day as I enter the studio I’m filled with that same calm feeling and most importantly, I am inspired. Since that first glance at the faucethead studio my work has grown in many unique ways and I couldn’t be more thankful. I can see the influences of the space coming across in my designs and look forward to all that lies ahead.
Because this space means so much to us, I thought you might enjoy a sneak peek into our home away from home. You’re more than welcome to stop by and see the inspiration for yourself, but like our web site says, be sure to let us know ahead of time so we can prepare some snacks.
By: Elissa Braun
I am fortunate enough to live in the same town as the Faucethead Studio, and look forward to my meetings there with Chris and Elissa (and of course – Floyd). There is always some cool new “find” waiting to greet me (like that awesome Coke machine). Everyone should be lucky enough to have a work environment like that – just think how much more productive we all would be.
Thanks Tom! We love having you. And for all you readers out there Tom knows a thing or two about style… check out his amazing store, Anastazia in Geneva, IL or online at http://www.anastaziaonline.com
It IS really important to consider your workspace an extension of yourself. I’ve had the opportunity to concept in really unique places and the dreaded “white wall” room. It really makes a difference. Also, a window is a must!
My first visit to the Faucethead studio was that of a kid in a candy store. Everywhere I looked there was some type of old lighting fixture or vintage machinery that I fought tooth and nail not to pick up and take home with me. That coke machine would be my first choice though, contents and all….