Artists’ houses are unique and special places. They are the place where new concepts and styles are born. Visiting an artist’s house is like a pilgrimage to the temple of art. This book will help you understand the inner workings of an artist’s studio. Joe Fig, a sculptor and painter, tells you about the everyday chores and activities he performs in his studio. He also shares his insights on his experiences as an artist.
Artists’ homes
The National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Artists’ Homes and Studios program is a network of about 30 historic artist’s studios throughout the country. Its mission is to preserve these historic structures for future generations. These homes offer a unique view of the creative process, and are great places to tour.
The homes and studios are a rich source of inspiration. Some of these historic sites are home to renowned artists. The collection includes the home of the sculptor Frederick Chesterwood, who created the Lincoln Memorial. Another famous home is that of American Cubist/Abstract artist George Lovett Morris, whose home and studio are located in Lenox, Massachusetts.
A visit to an artist’s home or studio can inspire new ideas or reaffirm your reasons for living here. By visiting historic studios and homes, you will find many reasons to love the Berkshires. You’ll find yourself inspired by the work of talented artists who shaped our culture.
Donald Judd’s home in SoHo is another historic artist’s home and studio. This building was used by the artist between 1928 and 1994. The house is one of the founding sites in the National Trust for Historic Preservation’s Historic Artists’ Homes and Studios program. Judd’s paintings and installations are preserved here, and the building is open to the public.
Pollock-Krasner House
The Pollock-Krasner House in East Hampton was home to the famous American artist, Jackson Pollock. The artist moved to this 1.56-acre property in November 1945. It is situated along Accobonac Creek. In the house, Pollock painted more than 300 paintings.
The house is now a museum that highlights the history of abstract art. The museum has a collection of works by Pollock, as well as works by other artists. The house’s interior is beautifully maintained, and you can see the original paintings. You can also see Krasner’s phonograph collection, library, and many of her personal possessions. You can even see an original Pollock painting and prints of his work.
The Pollock-Krasner House is a museum that features the works of Jackson Pollock and Lee Krasner. The museum is located nearby the Pollock-Krasner Friedhof, which is surrounded by other works by the artists.
The Pollock-Krasner House is open year-round. The museum houses the studio and home of the artist couple. Guests can tour the house, which is located on a small plot of land on Accobonac Creek. There are also two exhibitions on display at the center.
The Pollock-Krasner House was built in 1879. The house was a typical 19th century farmhouse and was originally a fisherman’s home. It houses a private library and a gallery with rotating exhibitions. The house also features Krasner’s painting, Gaea.
The Pollock-Krasner House & Studio features a self-guided tour of the studio. During this tour, visitors must remove their shoes from the studio floor. If they choose, the museum will provide slippers. They can also view Pollock’s materials in a glass case.
Olana
The Olana Artists House and Studio is a state historic site and museum located in Greenport, New York. The house was home to landscape painter Frederic Edwin Church, one of the most important figures of the Hudson River School. Visitors can view the artist’s original paintings and learn about his artistic process.
Church began his career as a landscape painter but added architectural design to his practice in the late 1860s. His early work gained him fame, especially his depiction of Niagara Falls. He was also known for his panoramic view of the Andes in Ecuador. Church experimented with optical effects in his painting, and critics admired his vision. He later shifted his practice into a three-dimensional format, which was much more immersive. The results of these experiments are reflected in Olana, which is a multi-media installation combining architecture, interior design, and landscape design.
The interior decoration of the Olana Artists House and Studio reflects the eclectic Victorian style of the period. It has a central courtyard and multiple balconies, porches, and a tall bell tower. The interior and exterior are decorated with exuberant art. Both the interior and exterior were designed by Frederic Edwin Church, who later became known as the creator of the Hudson River School.
Olana is open year-round. The house is open from March 30 to May 3, but you need a ticket to visit the studio. Be sure to purchase your tickets early because tours can sell out quickly. The house and studio tour costs $9 for adults and $8 for seniors or students. Children under 12 are free. Olana is located about 2.5 hours from Brooklyn via the Taconic State Parkway.
Church
This two-bedroom house is connected to a 400 square-foot studio. The former church is now used by Ayumi Horie Pottery, which holds annual craft sales and studio sales. The pottery shop owner is selling the property to move closer to her family. The studio is complete with a kiln room, an office, and a half bath. There is plenty of room for studio activities and other activities.
Church’s style of painting is influenced by the writings of the German naturalist Alexander von Humboldt, whose work speaks of the unity of the world. This inspired Church to travel to South America, where he created his most famous painting, “The Heart of the Andes,” ten feet by five feet. It caused a sensation when it was first shown.
Trewyn Studios
The Trewyn Studios in St Ives, Cornwall were a refuge for Barbara Hepworth from 1949 until her death in 1975. She used the studio as a school, a dance hall, an auction room, and a ballet school. In the years after her death, the building was used as a concert hall and auction house. The artist was also known for her work in the open air. One of her most famous works is the Single Form, which is now on display outside the United Nations Secretariat Building.
The garden at Trewyn was designed by Barbara Hepworth and has a Mediterranean feel. She also began working in bronze during the 1960s, which allowed her to produce larger and more durable works. In 1961, Hepworth purchased the Palais de Danse studio across the road from Trewyn, and this is where many of her larger plasters were created. In the 1980s, the studio became a museum, and it now contains the largest survey of Hepworth’s work.
In 1949, Barbara Hepworth founded the Trewyn Studios, and worked there until her death in 1975. Her work is represented here, including most of her bronzes. She also created the garden, which is the centerpiece of the Trewyn studio. Currently, the building is undergoing renovation, and will reopen on 26 March 2018.
