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Sarah Ritchie
Jan 111 min read
Brand lesson from Morris & James
A great example of how Morris & James Pottery uses their core product to convey their brand information.
Sarah Ritchie
Dec 20, 20242 min read
Reflecting on gratitude
Gratitude isn’t just a feeling, it’s a powerful tool for growth. Discover the unexpected blessings of 2024.
Sarah Ritchie
Dec 11, 20241 min read
Tamatzui Gallery Second Life® exhibition
Check out my fibre artworks on display in the virtual world!
Sarah Ritchie
Dec 9, 20241 min read
I’m a face-painting survivor!
My face-painting job at our Christmas BBQ is now complete. I had to laugh at the challenges thrown my way!
Sarah Ritchie
Dec 8, 20241 min read
Market apron magic – perfect for crafting and selling
This weekend’s sewing challenge was a market apron – perfect for craft fairs or DIY projects.
Sarah Ritchie
Dec 5, 20242 min read
Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: Look how far you’ve come
Artpreneur Monthly Challenge for December: Reflect on your 2024 achievements to fuel confidence and ambition for 2025.
Sarah Ritchie
Nov 28, 20242 min read
The red dot
Discover the significance of the red dot in the art world – a symbol of success, connection, and celebration for artists and their sold work
Sarah Ritchie
Nov 25, 20241 min read
Bushman’s Friend – Pīwakawaka II takes flight
‘Bushman’s Friend – Pīwakawaka II’ – my latest fibre painting takes flight.
Sarah Ritchie
Nov 20, 20241 min read
Fantastic ‘Re-directed art’ fundraising initiative for hospice
Re-directed art – how to take abandoned pictures and turn them into an amazing fundraising initiative.
Sarah Ritchie
Nov 18, 20241 min read
Cloud-gazing for the creative mind
Discover the power of cloud-gazing to spark creativity and find peace. Simple moments can recharge your creative mind.
Sarah Ritchie
Nov 17, 20242 min read
Sticking to it: How a star chart helped me stay creative
Boost creativity and track progress with a star chart! Discover how this tool can motivate you to achieve your goals and stay consistent.
Sarah Ritchie
Nov 7, 20241 min read
The Big Idea talks about Art of Us
Our recently-launched Art of Us artist community is featured in today’s ‘Lowdown’ on The Big Idea website.
Sarah Ritchie
Nov 7, 20242 min read
Trust the process
Trust the process: discover how working through 'boring' and 'ugly' stages in art leads to beauty, and how this mindset can inspire your jou
Sarah Ritchie
Nov 5, 20242 min read
Artpreneur Monthly Challenge: How is your past influencing your present?
Challenge your creative process: Reflect on how past influences shape your art and mindset. Unlock growth by confronting limiting beliefs.
Sarah Ritchie
Nov 4, 20242 min read
Finding clues to your purpose in your childhood dreams
I’ve been setting up “art studios” since I was a child. In that lies a strong clue to finding your purpose!
Sarah Ritchie
Oct 31, 20242 min read
Art of Us, a dream realised
Excited to announce the launch of Art of Us, a New Zealand artist community supporting and championing each other – Strong. Together.
Sarah Ritchie
Oct 29, 20242 min read
“It’s like…” (Pushing the boundaries in art)
Discover how pushing the boundaries of fibre art transforms craft into art in my latest blog post.
Sarah Ritchie
Oct 28, 20241 min read
‘Glory’ – new needle-felted fibre painting
‘Glory’ – new needle-felted fibre painting by Sarah Ritchie
Sarah Ritchie
Oct 26, 20241 min read
What on earth is an ‘Art Battle’?!
I attended my first Art Battle in Auckland – impressed by the 20-minute live painting format. Congrats to winner Oliver Ridgen!
Sarah Ritchie
Oct 25, 20241 min read
Creative Fibre 2025 Diary
Thanks to Creative Fibre Magazine, I was given my first magazine cover. Now it’s the first time of having a piece of my art in a diary!
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