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<\/figure>\nHow long have you been working in this field?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n Three months.<\/p>\n Describe an average day in your studio.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n I start working as soon as I arrive at the gallery space where I rent a studio, but I take a break. I prefer to do one thing at a time. My routine is to work for 25 to 30 minutes, then take a five to six minute break to stretch, read, or eat. Sometimes I listen to podcasts about gay\/queer or artistic content.<\/p>\n How does this space impact your work?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n I’m usually the only one in the gallery space, especially when I’m there late at night. I have quiet time to focus on what I’m doing, and my studio space is small but sized for me to do work ranging from 36 x 36 feet to 4o x 40 feet.<\/p>\n How do you interact with the environment outside of the studio?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n I go to shows and socialize with artists who are part of the LGBTQ+ community, and I recently assisted a friend in a drag show. I went to the Chicago Art Department and to galleries in the Pilsen neighborhood where I spent two years with artists and people in the food industry, two of whom were SAIC students. Some of the people I know are street artists and musicians who do experimental work and punk shows.<\/p>\n What do you like about your studio?<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n It’s cozy and sometimes I hear the background noise of people working or attending fun events.<\/p>\n What do you wish was different?<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n I’m happy with my space, especially since the rent is affordable for me. So, I can’t complain too much. I’m grateful for this space.<\/p>\n