I always feel the need to clear up my art table before starting a really new project. Might, of course, have to do with the fact that I like switching up media. If I stay in the same media it is fine to just make a bit of space but when I'm switching - then I find it utterly uninspiring to have a cluttered desk.

I hope R is getting better in a hurry so that the two of you can make art together again.