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Wednesday, November 3, 2010

The places I work: part two

Crazily enough, sometimes I like to work at home. Yesterday I worked at my dining room table.





I like being surrounded by the paintings that I've made for the house.


The one on the right is based on a Persian textile detail.
Something about spreading out on the table makes me feel relaxed and homey.
This is a picture I painted that is in the living room, but I can see it from the dining room when I work there.

Tuesday, November 2, 2010

The places I work.

I like variety. I work best when I feel permitted to work wherever I want. I could be at my desk, at a library, a coffee shop, or even the sofa with my computer on my lap. This week, I'm going to showcase a few places I like to work.

Yesterday, I went to the Hillsboro Public Library.  I particularly like this location because it is in a beautiful building with great staff. It overlooks a complex of ponds and walking paths and has abundant natural light. I also used to work for this library system, and several of the librarians still know me. They are always interested and encouraging of my new career.

The view from the window.

 I like being places where I am inspired by other people working. Also, it's encouraging to see all these books that have been published. They tell me that even though writing is hard, it is worth it.

I usually take off all my jewelery when I write. I'm not sure why.
More groovy places coming up!