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Tuesday, January 9, 2018

creative space conditions - ben sang

I used to not think I required much in terms of a studio space. I'm good at improvising and using what's immediately available. I think that being in new spaces and atmospheres is good as a stimulant, so I should always make an effort to get into new situations of creation. However, I have found that certain conditions improve my productivity in major ways. I believe that over time these requirements or preferences will evolve, but that I should definitely try to develop these kind of spaces to work in whenever available.

conditions:

-complete control of audio, visual, and personnel variables.
     -I like to have different things happening in the studio most of the time that I'm working. These include mainly music, podcasts, soundcloud mixes, or movies, and sometimes people. So speakers, a computer, wifi access, and a projector are awesome. I usually work best when alone though. Having complete control of these variables helps a lot.

-ability to close myself off from the external world without unwanted interruptions.
     -locks and personal keys are ideal. I can have who I want visit when I'm open to it and don't have to worry about weird vibes in the studio.

-big space
     -I like to move around a lot and not feel cramped. This also allows me to make a greater variety of pieces

-well-stocked with lots of different things
     -having a versatile storage of different tools, materials, and spaces really helps me in exploring different avenues and combinations of making.

-freedom of space interaction
     -I need to be able to draw on walls and break stuff.

-all hours access

-separate from sleeping place
     -having a bedroom/studio is depressing af

-adderol
     -I've found this helps me with productivity more than anything else.

-whiteboard
     -Sketchbooks or notes are good but whiteboards help in a different way for me.

-outside access
     -I need to feel very separated but be able to get out

-decoration
     -I need to have all my favorite things around me

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