By Derek Cannon at HOBBYJR.ORG

To reach your full potential as a performing artist, you need more than raw talent. You also need to practice your skills on a near-daily basis. If you don’t have adequate practice space in your home, consider utilizing a spare room and turning it into a multi-purpose performing arts space. You don’t have to be an interior designer to create the perfect studio — just reference these resources and you’ll be ready to start the renovations!

Benefits of a Performing Arts Studio

Having access to your personal performing arts studio at all times will jumpstart your progress — and future home buyers just might love it, too!

●      Dancing at home provides a great workout and an opportunity for creative expression.

●      Aspiring musicians should aim to practice for at least 30 minutes per day, and having a studio will give you privacy.

●      Another perk of having a multi-purpose studio: Having unique features like a studio in your home can increase your property’s appraisal value!

Renovating the Space

First things first: It’s time to totally renovate your spare room. From the floor to the walls, these resources will help you get started on several renovation projects.

●      Research different hardwood flooring that would be suitable for a home dance studio.

●      Soundproof your studio to make sure the rest of the house is quiet while you practice.

●      Consider installing a central air conditioning system to keep your studio comfortable.

Equipment for Your Multi-Purpose Room

Before you begin practicing in your studio, follow these tips to choose the right equipment. Or, create DIY tools from materials you may already have at home!

●      Musical instruments and recording equipment can be pricey, so ensure that you’re investing in high-quality, durable gear.

●      You can save money by designing your own DIY ballet barre.

●      Set up a designated area for a laptop if you plan to sign up for online vocal lessons.

Keep Your Studio Clean and Tidy

It can be tough to organize equipment for so many different hobbies. Here’s how to store your gear and keep your studio looking clean and tidy.

●      Follow these recipes to create cleaning solutions with ingredients in your pantry.

●      Make sure no one using your studio catches COVID-19 — take note of these important deep cleaning tips to keep everything germ-free.

●      Don’t forget to put a little extra care into maintaining your musical instruments.

 When you have access to your own multi-purpose performing arts studio in your home, you’ll be able to practice your hobbies outside of lessons and devote more time and energy to your passions. Plus, you can even use your studio for other activities, like working out. Overall, designing an at-home performing arts studio will open up the door to creative pursuits. 

Photo via Unsplash

For More of Derek’s content please visit HOBBYJR.ORG