My studio space. Lots of "stuff." I have often wondered about artists spaces and how they look. When I was a kid I wanted to be a cartoonist. I found out that cartoonists worked at drafting tables. I bought a drafting table and have had one for many years now. Once I read an article by an artist who suggested that if one is to be a professional they should only buy professional art materials. I have always abided by that suggestion. I know it is probably not wise to put the cart before the horse, but I had no role models except those I found in books so I probably moved in the right direction rather slowly. When I was a little older I began a correspondence with Trina Schart Hyman the Caldecott Medal winner. She helped me with guidance when it came to schooling. She was a big help.