Best Art Music

I had an interesting conversation today with another artist: what is the best music to listen to while doing art? Every artist will have a different answer, BUT- it's interesting to know that every artist I know listens to music while working. It makes sense, it creates the mood, it creates the atmosphere.

My usual set up: music, incense, red wine, solitude. I don't like having people around me when I'm doing artwork. I like my space and my privacy. The last thing I want is someone looking over my shoulder and making a judgement while a piece is in progress. There's nothing more distracting than another human being while you are trying to do artwork... seriously.

Okay- best music? I'll give you my choices. Your best music choices will be very different. While drawing and painting I am usually listening to Techno or Trance cds. Many times I do listen to specific artists. Those are The Smiths, Kate Bush, Madonna and The Pixies. Those are the cds that recreate that art school atmosphere for me. I remember those cds playing while painting all night. Those were the cds playing while I cleaned my brushes while watching the sunrise.

I'm sure everyone has their own favorites. I know Micheal Fratangelo listens to the Beatles and Dylan. Chris Panza listens to classic tracks. What are you listening to?

Have a great night.