The middle of the week is here. It's Wednesday!
The birds are singing, the Japanese Lily is in bloom, a magnificent vibrant orange, perhaps I'll post a picture in a later blog.
Posts about the studio have included tools, materials, new and old finds, and the occasional piece I am working on. What really goes on in the studio? In truth a lot of this...
Yes, it truly is pandemonium around here sometimes. Racing to class, trying to get orders out the door in a timely fashion, thinking of entertaining, interesting and informative things for the blog, the list does go on.
However, besides creating something beautiful, the one pleasure I do get is music. Music is not only a wonderful motivator, it can also serve to set the mood in the studio (energetic) and sometimes even plays a part in the design process. Inspiration comes from my surroundings, and to keep my self in tune with what I am doing, the rhythm of the music helps.
What does a Metalsmith listen to? Metal, of course. I won't subject the reader to that, although some that read the blog will be appalled at that statement, so instead we'll go with something friendly and appropriate for everybody.
Currently on the CD Player is:
Then we change things up with
From B to Y, we have a unique and eclectic mix of music that changes on the player at random.
Other music that shuffles throughout the day:
Concrete Blonde
Gov't Mule
The Black Keys
Slayer
Testament
Clutch
Clutch
Foo Fighters
Them Crooked Vultures
James Murphy
Destruction
Just to name a few. Of course those bands aren't for everybody, but I do appreciate a good driving force tune while I am working. Sitting at the workbench for most of the day requires something to keep the mind occupied as well as the hands. Some tasks are repetitious and a beat in the background can help make those mundane repeats go much faster.
Thank you for stopping by and perhaps having a listen or check out some of the other music listed.
No comments:
Post a Comment